AMC Engineering College, Bannerghatta Road recently conducted a seminar on “Indo-U.S. Hazardous Materials Management” organized in association with the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board. Justice Subhash Adi, a retired judge of the High Court and President of the National Green Judiciary, said “Environmental protection is one of the basic duties of citizens in our constitution … Read more
AIADMK’s former coordinator O. Panneerselvam distributing essential items to flood-hit people on Thursday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement AIADMK’s former coordinator O. Panneerselvam and PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss distributed essential items to people affected by cyclone Michaung-induced flood in Chennai and neighbouring districts. After distributing relief materials in Villivakkam and R.K. Nagar constituencies and interacting … Read more
The State government is not required to make a microscopic examination of the materials submitted by the investigating officer for granting approval for a probe against a public servant under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, said the High Court of Karnataka. “It is also clear from the wording of Section 17A of … Read more
R&D Magazine and a panel of experts have chosen NASA’s Glenn Research Center’s GRX-810: A 3D Printable Alloy Designed for Extreme Environments as one of the 100 most technologically significant new products of the past year to receive the prestigious 2023 R&D 100 Award. NASA Alloy GRX–810, an oxide dispersion strengthened (ODS) alloy, can endure … Read more
Houses made of sand and brick become homes when people enjoy living in them. Our living spaces have, over time, evolved to best suit the environment, and modern homes are increasingly adapting to changing environmental and climatic conditions. While designing homes, we often focus on aspects such as wood work, room layout, colour scheme and … Read more
Shikhara project in Thiruvananthapuram by Vinu Daniel’s Wallmakers. | Photo Credit: special arrangement Architects and laypersons are increasingly incorporating waste and recycled materials as part of their designs, not piecemeal but in a more holistic manner. When Bill Sullivan first came to Auroville in 1974, there was hardly any plastic to be seen. Sullivan loved … Read more
Indians are the second-most sleep-deprived people in the world, with an average nightly sleep of seven hours and one minute, according to a 2019 study conducted by the U.S.-based firm Fitbit across 18 countries. They rank after the Japanese, who report an average sleep duration of six hours and 47 minutes. The importance of sleep … Read more
NASA has demonstrated a breakthrough in 3D printable high-temperature materials that could lead to stronger, more durable parts for airplanes and spacecraft. Source link
Electric vehicles by various manufacturers on display in Thiruvananthapuram. File | Photo Credit: Mahinsha S Manufacturing of electric vehicles (EVs) in India will increase its dependence on China for raw materials, mineral processing, and battery production, according to a report of by economic think tank GTRI. The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) also said that … Read more
The desire for a luxurious home, where one can unwind and rejuvenate, is irresistible. But luxury does not necessarily mean massive chandeliers and larger-than-life wall décor. A minimalist home can be uber-luxe too. Rahul Mistri, Founder and Principal Designer at Open Atelier, Mumbai, says the key to a stunning design is experimentation and exploration. Today’s … Read more