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Death Valley shrub survives extreme heat with some unique tricks

A Death Valley shrub rearranges its cells to survive extreme heat, offering insights for creating crops resilient to rising global temperatures.

In a first, 21 mines with underground coal gasification potential up for grabs

Coal minister G. Kishan Reddy said the environment ministry has now exempted pilot underground coal gasification projects from environmental clearance, ensuring faster implementation

Karnataka cabinet gives in-principle nod to set up nuclear power plant

Karnataka cabinet also approved the formation of five new corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority.

From zero to record high stocks, how India turned around coal supplies to its power sector

Power plants are well equipped with coal for the monsoon months, according to ministry officials.

Centre looking to cut turnaround time to set up nuclear power plants by five years

The government is also planning to set up one nuclear power plant in every state that does not fall under the Seismic Zone 5 and may consider the 'fleet mode' in order to ramp up capacity addition.

Carl Zeiss' plant near Bengaluru airport to be ready in 9 months

Zeiss India has said the facility in Devanahalli is the company's fifth and largest plant in India

How to grow a money plant: Here's a guide to indoor and outdoor planting, tips to take care

Planting tips: Money plants are beginner-friendly and thrive with minimal care, making them a rewarding addition to any home. They grow well indoors and outdoors, being hardy and adaptable. Here’s how to plant and care for your money plant properly.

Fire breaks out at Tata Electronics manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu's Hosur

Sources said fire is believed to have started in the mobile phone accessories painting unit of the company located in Uddanapalli, near Nagamangalam at around 5:30am. The fire also disrupted the production of Apple's iPhone components.

How to repot a plant: A step-by-step guide for healthy growth

Repotting a plant helps ensure its growth and health. These simple steps of choosing the right time, using the right potting mix, watering thoroughly, and placing your plant in a suitable location will help maximise your plants’ chances of survival after repotting.

Want to improve your daily diet? Go for these plant-based protein options

In recent years, the popularity of plant-based diet has soared, with many people choosing to incorporate more plant-based protein into their meals. It’s not just a trend, but rooted in science-backed health benefits. Plant protein is simply a meaningful food source of protein which is from plants. It doesn’t mean giving up meat entirely. It simply involves diversifying your protein sources to include more plant-based options. Here are compelling reasons why plant-based protein could be best for your overall well-being. Watch to know more-

Tesla Wants to Double the Size of Its European Assembly Plant

Since it began production in Grünheide 16 months ago, Tesla has disrupted the German automobile landscape. Over the first half of this year, for the first time, it eclipsed Volkswagen in electric vehicle sales.

NTPC hits 52-week high as Barh plant completes trial

In the first quarter of FY24, the production from NTPC's captive coal mines nearly doubled to 8.48 million metric tonnes (MMT).

Ukraine nuclear boss says he sees signs Russia may leave occupied plant

Such a move would be a major battlefield change in the partially-occupied southeastern Zaporizhzhia region where the front line has hardly shifted for months. Repeated shelling around the plant has spurred fears of a nuclear catastrophe.

Watch: Houseplant controls machete with robotic arm in terrifying experiment

For his strange experiment, David Bowen installed a houseplant on a wall and gave it a robotic arm with a machete.

In Pics | Kew Gardens announces new giant waterlily species

Experts at London's Kew Gardens on July 4 revealed they have discovered the first new giant waterlily species since the mid-19th century -- after it was initially mistaken for another. Specimens of the new species had lain undiscovered at the botanical garden for 177 years and in the National Herbarium of Bolivia for 34 years.