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Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Big Focus On Agriculture And Food Security
The Budget highlights numerous initiatives focused on sustainable farming practices, increasing agricultural productivity, and improving financial support for farmers.
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Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
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New Dual-Reactor Tech Turns CO2 Into Protein for Food and Sustainability
A team of engineers in China has developed an innovative dual-reactor system that converts carbon dioxide into a high-protein product suitable for human and animal consumption. The two-stage process uses microbial electrosynthesis to turn CO2 into acetate, which is then used by bacteria to produce single-cell protein. This system promises a more su...
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Missi Roti Listed In '100 Worst Rated Foods In The World', Indian Foodies React
While garlic naan often secures a spot among the best global bread varieties, Missi roti was ranked among some of the worst dishes in the world, according to TasteAtlas.
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Internet-Connected Devices Can Now Have a Label that Rates Their Security
The Cyber Trust Mark, a stylised shield logo with microchip-style detailing, is meant to give American consumers a quick and easy way to evaluate the security of a given smart product, much like US Department of Agriculture labels on food or Energy Star ratings on appliances.
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India Inc Seeks Cut In Personal Income Tax Rates At Pre-Budget Meet
Industry bodies also raised the issue of dumping of excess stock by China globally, including in India, and challenges posed to food security and inflation due to the "climate emergency", during the fifth pre-Budget consultation meeting.
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Opinion | Why An Unstable Middle East Is A Risk For India
Any volatility in Middle East will directly impact energy security, food security, economic engagement, maritime connectivity, and the welfare of 10 million Indian expatriates.
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Sebi Bans 5 Companies From Stock Markets Over Alleged Financial Mismanagement
Sebi on Thursday restrained five entities, including Mishtann Foods and its promoter and CMD Hiteshkumar Gaurishankar Patel, from the securities markets till further orders for alleged financial mismanagement, fraudulent transactions.
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Climate Change Causes Decline in Rice Quality Across East Asia, New Study Suggests
A recent study highlights a decline in rice quality across East Asia due to climate change. Using 35 years of data, researchers found that rising nighttime temperatures significantly reduce the head rice rate (HRR), especially in Japan and China. The study also identifies solar radiation, precipitation changes, and vapor pressure as contributing fa...
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Golgappa , Coffee Samples Found Substandard In Himachal
After samples of 'rotes' sold at Hamirpur's temple trust shop failed, samples of 'golgappa' water and coffee have been found to be substandard while those of mustard oil have failed the test in Himachal Pradesh's Una district.
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India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
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Viral: Identical Twins Switch Passports Before Airport Security Check, Internet Not Impressed
The twins shared that they were always curious to find out if anyone could tell they had switched passports.
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World Food Day 2024: Shocking Facts About Global Hunger And How We Can Help Reduce It
World Food Day 2024 serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address global hunger and promote sustainable food systems.
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300 Kg Adulterated Tea Powder Mixed With Coconut Shell Powder Seized By Food Safety Officials In Hyderabad
The Hyderabad Food Safety Task Force discovered large quantities of adulterants used by Konark Tea, a popular wholesale tea brand.
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Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Big Focus On Agriculture And Food Security
The Budget highlights numerous initiatives focused on sustainable farming practices, increasing agricultural productivity, and improving financial support for farmers.
-
Ocean Warming Rate Quadruples Over Four Decades, Accelerating Climate Change
New research highlights a troubling acceleration in ocean warming, with the rate of temperature rise quadrupling since the 1980s. According to a study in Environmental Research Letters, ocean surface temperatures now rise at 0.27°C per decade, up from 0.06°C. This rapid warming, driven by greenhouse gases like CO2 and methane, is worsening Earth'...
-
New Dual-Reactor Tech Turns CO2 Into Protein for Food and Sustainability
A team of engineers in China has developed an innovative dual-reactor system that converts carbon dioxide into a high-protein product suitable for human and animal consumption. The two-stage process uses microbial electrosynthesis to turn CO2 into acetate, which is then used by bacteria to produce single-cell protein. This system promises a more su...
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Missi Roti Listed In '100 Worst Rated Foods In The World', Indian Foodies React
While garlic naan often secures a spot among the best global bread varieties, Missi roti was ranked among some of the worst dishes in the world, according to TasteAtlas.
-
Internet-Connected Devices Can Now Have a Label that Rates Their Security
The Cyber Trust Mark, a stylised shield logo with microchip-style detailing, is meant to give American consumers a quick and easy way to evaluate the security of a given smart product, much like US Department of Agriculture labels on food or Energy Star ratings on appliances.
-
India Inc Seeks Cut In Personal Income Tax Rates At Pre-Budget Meet
Industry bodies also raised the issue of dumping of excess stock by China globally, including in India, and challenges posed to food security and inflation due to the "climate emergency", during the fifth pre-Budget consultation meeting.
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Opinion | Why An Unstable Middle East Is A Risk For India
Any volatility in Middle East will directly impact energy security, food security, economic engagement, maritime connectivity, and the welfare of 10 million Indian expatriates.
-
Sebi Bans 5 Companies From Stock Markets Over Alleged Financial Mismanagement
Sebi on Thursday restrained five entities, including Mishtann Foods and its promoter and CMD Hiteshkumar Gaurishankar Patel, from the securities markets till further orders for alleged financial mismanagement, fraudulent transactions.
-
Climate Change Causes Decline in Rice Quality Across East Asia, New Study Suggests
A recent study highlights a decline in rice quality across East Asia due to climate change. Using 35 years of data, researchers found that rising nighttime temperatures significantly reduce the head rice rate (HRR), especially in Japan and China. The study also identifies solar radiation, precipitation changes, and vapor pressure as contributing fa...
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Golgappa , Coffee Samples Found Substandard In Himachal
After samples of 'rotes' sold at Hamirpur's temple trust shop failed, samples of 'golgappa' water and coffee have been found to be substandard while those of mustard oil have failed the test in Himachal Pradesh's Una district.
-
India’s Summer Maximum Temperature to See a Rise of 1.5 Degree Celsius by 2043, Claims New Climate Data
A new report highlights the growing climate crisis in India, predicting rising temperatures, increased extreme weather events, and food security threats. By 2057, maximum temperatures may rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius, with variations across regions. Changes in rainfall patterns could impact agriculture and rural livelihoods, particularly in the nort...
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Global Freshwater Levels Decline Since 2014, NASA-German Satellites Reveal
Data from NASA and German satellites reveal Earth's freshwater levels declined significantly after May 2014, with storage remaining persistently low. Research attributes this to global warming, major droughts, and human activity such as irrigation. The trend raises concerns over water stress, food security, and long-term environmental stability.
-
Viral: Identical Twins Switch Passports Before Airport Security Check, Internet Not Impressed
The twins shared that they were always curious to find out if anyone could tell they had switched passports.
-
World Food Day 2024: Shocking Facts About Global Hunger And How We Can Help Reduce It
World Food Day 2024 serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address global hunger and promote sustainable food systems.
-
300 Kg Adulterated Tea Powder Mixed With Coconut Shell Powder Seized By Food Safety Officials In Hyderabad
The Hyderabad Food Safety Task Force discovered large quantities of adulterants used by Konark Tea, a popular wholesale tea brand.
