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Selenium nanoparticles may act like antibacterial agents

Scientists find that they can be more effective than antibiotics owing to their unique structure and properties

Curdling of milk: Explained

When the solution turns acidic, protein molecules react and form lumps. This simple process is the secret to making cheese

Number of tobacco users continues to decrease globally: WHO

However, several countries are still not adequately implementing policies to help tobacco users to quit, the WHO said

In defence of veganism: Here are some replies to common objections against it

The torture and suffering of animals constitute a moral emergency; but few acknowledge that the suffering of innocent, helpless creatures is a …

The chlorine bomb

An used chlor-alkali plant is slipped through lax Indian laws on the import of hazardous technology

Waste of effort

The Central Pollution Control Board plays foul in inventorising NCR's hazardous waste generation

Forest-risk goods

Export-oriented commercial agriculture is the single largest driver of tropical deforestation, argues a new book

Rwanda to phase out live animal export; boost trade in processed meat

In 2015, the total value of meat exports stood at US$9.3 million as against $7.7 million in 2014

The Panipat tragedy: what went wrong?

A routine valve repair on a gas pipeline suddenly turned out to be a nightmare of death because basic precautions were ignored

Papermaking at your doorstep

Although papermaking has traditionally been located in urban settings, technological innovations brought about by an NGO brings a new trade to …

One small step..

Industry gets a new friend, philosopher and evaluator -- the Centre for Science and Environment's Green Rating Project, which will be the …

Shades of green

Fabric printinggoes high-tech with the help of a computercontrolled nvironmentfriendly technique

Not a child's toy

Are they safe or are they toxic? The debate continues as the US tries to oppose Europe's efforts to ban toys containing PVC

The green fences

Nobody knows what is green. Labels merely help companies to cash in on the guilt inherent in a consumer society

The confused consumer

An unaware and confused Indian consumer is groping in the dark, hoping to clutch at any green stalk of hope

Macdosa, future food

To save the world it may be necessary to create a culture where the humble samosa replaces the mighty burger

Boost for bamboo

BAMBOO BOARDS & BEYOND· exhibition of bamboo furniture by The National Institute of Design·Ahmedabad·India Habitat Centre&…

Vanishing trees

Should children drink beer?

A campaign against dairy products has been launched by an overzealous NGO

How green is “green”?

Consumers can determine that by demanding eco-friendly products

Cheap mutations for farmers

Moneymakers

Third World wood finds niche in global market

Fishy goings-on