LIFESTYLE
Study finds 90% of paper straws harmful, not more eco-friendly than plastic
Have you replaced your plastic drinking straws with paper? Beware, paper straws may not be eco-friendly and contain long-lasting and potentially toxic chemicals, warned...
New global biodiversity fund launched in Vancouver
Environmental leaders of 185 countries have agreed at the Global Environment Facility's seventh assembly to launch an innovative new fund for biodiversity that will...
G20 health ministers to participate in first global summit on traditional medicine in Gandhinagar
The WHO and India are convening the first global summit on traditional medicine in Gandhinagar next week with the participation of G20 Health...
I dedicate this life to helping, says Dalai Lama on 88th birthday
“From my side, I dedicate this very life that I have now to helping limitless sentient beings to the best of my ability,” remarked...
Italy’s worst employee is a teacher who avoided work for 20 yrs using sick leave
Italy has named its worst employee -- a teacher who avoided going to work for 20 years using the sick leave option, as well...
Aussie parliamentary panel recommends ban on gambling ads
An Australian parliamentary committee on Wednesday recommended a ban on gambling advertising in the country within three years.
The standing committee on social policy and...
Ahmedabad police commend Muslim man for act of brotherhood during Rath Yatra
In a heartwarming display of humanity, Salim Abdul Sheikh, a resident of Shahpur, received accolades from the city police for his act of...
Assam to build first underwater tunnel between Gohpur and Numaligarh
Assam will get its first underwater tunnel between Gohpur and Numaligarh at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma...