10 Ways to Teach Your Kids About Conservation in India
Across India, families are learning that conservation doesn’t always begin with a jungle safari. It can start at home—in gardens, schools, and neighbourhoods. Here are 10 fun, child-friendly activities that protect wildlife and nurture eco-conscious kids. Source link
KS Sheeja Builds Organic Farm in Kerala With Bees, Bananas & 200+ Crops After Son’s Accident
The interviews and reporting for this story were conducted in May 2025. In August 2014, a traumatic event changed KS Sheeja’s life forever. Her son, a budding mechanical engineer, suffered a grave motorcycle accident in Coimbatore that nearly cost him his leg. This moment of crisis pushed Kerala-based Sheeja and her family to temporarily relocate […]
Kaziranga Never Had a Woman Leader in 118 Years. Now Its Rhinos Are Seeing a New Kind of Protection
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The Stone House in Jaipur Designed by Malik Architecture Stays 7 Degrees Cooler in Summer
A moodboard of pastels is how you could describe this Jaipur residence; its salmon pink sandstone facade perfectly complements the brilliant blue of the Jaipur morning sky. But as architect Kamal Malik points out, a pretty aesthetic isn’t the material’s only asset. It is also a sustainable rebuttal to modern building techniques and the toll […]
Is it feasible to blend isobutanol and diesel? | Explained
Image used for representation | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto The story so far: On September 11, Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) was exploring the possibility of blending isobutanol with diesel. Isobutanol is an alcoholic compound with inflammable properties and is used as a solvent in several industries, […]
Why is India on the U.S. blacklist on fentanyl? | Explained
The story so far: In the latest version of the Major’s List sent to the U.S. Congress, President Donald Trump listed 23 countries as being significant sources and/or sites of transit of illicit drugs — especially fentanyl — that he said threaten the U.S and its people. The list of countries includes India, Pakistan, China, […]
While good, ICMR impact scale may deter research in public interest
There is more to research impact than citations. | Photo Credit: Adam Bezer/Unsplash The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) recently proposed the Impact of Research and Innovation Scale (IRIS), a scale with which to measure the impactfulness of the effects of biomedical, public health, and allied research projects funded by the organisation. ICMR is […]
Himachal Pradesh Implements Mobile Phone Ban for Students and Teachers During School Hours, ETEducation
It said that in case of any emergency the landline phone in the school would be available for use. Shimla: The Education Department in Himachal Pradesh has imposed a ban to use mobile phones by students and teachers during school hours, an order issued here on Friday said. The move aims to ensure distraction-free academic […]
How to Grow Exotic Leafy Veggies With Hydroponics
What if you could harvest crisp lettuce, vibrant kale, and peppery arugula right inside your home — without soil? Hydroponics, a method that uses nutrient-rich water instead of soil, makes this possible. It allows faster growth, higher yields, and fresher flavours. Whether you live in a flat or have a small terrace, you can turn […]
How To Set Up a Mushroom Farm at Home?
The interviews and reporting for this story were conducted in November 2024. Mushroom farming is rapidly gaining popularity in India, both as a profitable business and a rewarding hobby. With their rich nutritional profile and culinary versatility, mushrooms have become a staple in many households. But did you know that growing mushrooms doesn’t require acres of […]