This Japanese bag dissolves in water within minutes — Here’s how scientists made it!
Science | Updated: Feb 16, 2026
Japan has introduced shopping bags made from potato starch that dissolve completely in water, leaving no microplastics. These bags mimic plastic's durability but decompose into harmless compounds, offering a promising solution to reduce plastic pollution.
Stocks to Watch Today: HCL Tech, Tata Elxsi, 360 ONE WAM, PNC Infratech, Aurobindo Pharma, BEML, Pine Labs, Sunteck Realty in focus on 22 April
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Stocks in Focus, April 22: HCL Technologies, Tata Elxsi, Cyient DLM, 360 ONE WAM, Persistent Systems, Sunteck Realty, PNC Infratech, Aurobindo Pharma, BEML, Hindustan Zinc
Avis Budget shares touch record high as short squeeze hammers bearish bets
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Avis hits record high amid short squeeze, heavy shorting
- Pentwater and SRS hold over 71% of Avis shares, limiting float
- Short sellers lost $4.09B this month as stock surged
Meta to start capturing employee mouse movements, keystrokes for AI training data
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Meta to track US employees' computer activity for AI training
- New tool logs mouse, clicks, keystrokes, and screen snapshots
- Data used only to train AI models, not for performance reviews
What to know about psychedelic therapies cited by Trump
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Trump speeds reviews, boosts funding for psychedelic research
- Psilocybin and MDMA show promise for depression and PTSD
- Some drugs may cause anxiety, psychosis, and heart problems
Iran's Araghchi calls US blockade of Hormuz an 'act of war' as talks remain in limbo
World | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Iran calls US port blockade an "act of war" and ceasefire breach
- Tehran warns it can resist pressure and defend its interests
- Iran blasts US ship seizures as piracy, state terrorism
When Asha Bhosle spoke about her love for cooking, said, "Gana aur khana dono acha chaiye, Agar Aurat ghar mein khana acha na banaye toh...."
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Asha Bhosle shared her love for cooking in a resurfaced video
- She believed home-cooked food brings families together
- Music and food were central to Asha Bhosle's life philosophy
Anne Hathaway says “Inshallah” during The Devil Wears Prada 2 promotion; Netizens react
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Anne Hathaway used the Arabic phrase Inshallah in an interview
- Her use of Inshallah sparked mixed reactions on social media
- The Devil Wears Prada 2 releases in theaters on May 1
Iran's Khamenei issues fresh threats ahead of ceasefire end: 'Ready to bring enemy to its knees'
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Iran threatens US and Israeli forces with navy and drone attacks
- Tensions rise as US enforces naval blockade on Iranian shipping
- Peace talks stalled; Iran yet to respond to US negotiation terms
Citadel Season 2 Trailer OUT: Priyanka Chopra embarks on new mission to save humanity; set for May 6 release
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Citadel Season 2 premieres May 6 on Prime Video
- Priyanka Chopra, Richard Madden, and Stanley Tucci return
- New mission sees agents recruit a team to stop a global threat
Virat Kohli’s ex-girlfriend Izabelle Leite reacts to his ‘taste in women’ post amid German influencer row
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Virat Kohli sparked buzz after liking LizLaz's social media post
- Ex-girlfriend Izabelle Leite reacted to viral collage post
- Kohli and Anushka Sharma married in 2017, have two children
Hegseth drops annual flu shot requirement for US military
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US military ends annual flu shot mandate for all personnel
- Service members can choose flu shots but are not required
- CDC still recommends flu vaccine to prevent severe illness
Pentagon seeks $75 billion for drones in record budget ask
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Pentagon seeks $75B for drones, with $54.6B for DAWG office
- DAWG's funding jump draws scrutiny amid $1.5T defense budget
- Navy requests $65.8B for shipbuilding, highest since 1962
HDFC Life reappoints Vibha Padalkar as MD & CEO; IRDAI nod pending over 15-year cap clarity
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HDFC Life reappoints Vibha Padalkar as MD and CEO for five years
- Her new term starts September 12, 2026, pending approvals
- IRDAI clarified the 15-year CEO cap applies only to CEO tenure
The US has a chance to rival China in rush for longer-lasting batteries
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US and Europe see opportunity in long-duration energy storage
- China leads in battery scale; US develops diverse technologies
- Long-duration storage is vital for reliable renewable energy
Texas oil pipes are running all-out to supply war-driven overseas demand
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Permian Basin pipeline flows hit record highs amid export demand
- Pipelines to Corpus Christi run at 102% of capacity
- US crude stockpiles fall as exports reach new highs
Trump encourages companies not to seek tariff refunds
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump warns he'll remember firms not seeking tariff refunds
- Supreme Court struck down Trump's broad use of tariffs
- Refund requests could total over $160 billion for importers
Trump urges judge not to let Jamie Dimon ‘escape’ JPMorgan lawsuit
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Trump alleges JPMorgan CEO Dimon blacklisted him after Jan. 6
- JPMorgan seeks to move Trump's lawsuit from Florida to New York
- Judge to decide if case stays in Florida or moves to New York
HCLTech conducts ‘ACE’ audits on its POSH channels amid TCS Nashik row
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HCLTech audits POSH processes independently after TCS row
- Q4 net profit rises 4% to Rs 4,488 crore, missing estimates
- FY27 growth guidance cut to 1-4% YoY in constant currency
Vance’s Pakistan trip on hold as Iran stays non-committal ahead of ceasefire deadline: Report
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- US VP Vance's Pakistan trip delayed as Iran stalls on talks
- Ceasefire between US and Iran set to expire Wednesday evening
- Talks may resume quickly if both sides show readiness
When Akshay Kumar revealed son Aarav buys second-hand clothes, does his own laundry and utensils; said, “He doesn’t believe in wastage"
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Akshay Kumar praises son Aarav's simple, self-reliant lifestyle
- Aarav does his own chores, shops second-hand, avoids excess
- Akshay shares a friendly bond with Aarav, values discipline
Attacks on Ukraine draft officers soar as war fatigue deepens
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Attacks on Ukrainian draft officers rise amid mobilization tensions
- Over 100 assaults on recruiters reported in 2024, some fatal
- Draft dodging and backlash hinder Ukraine’s conscription drive
Trade Setup for April 22: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell with Iran talks in focus as ceasefire deadline nears
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Sustainable move beyond 24,800 is required to regain strong momentum in Nifty 50
- Immediate crucial support seen at 24,400
- Fall below 24,400 could open door for 24,200–24,000 levels
Vijay Varma spotted with Aaliya Qureshi in Bandra, fuels dating rumours
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Vijay Varma and Aaliya Qureshi spotted together in Mumbai
- Their outing sparks new romance rumours
- Vijay recently starred in Prime Video’s Matka King series
US stocks extend drop on report JD Vance’s trip to Pakistan on hold
World | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Oil rebound drags stocks lower amid Middle East tensions
- Brent crude nears $99 as energy disruption fears grow
- US retail sales jump despite rising gasoline prices
Nagabandham song Sura Sura goes viral, crosses 5 million views
Entertainment | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Sura Sura song from Nagabandham crosses 5 million views online
- Nagabandham explores ancient Vishnu temples and sacred rituals
- The film releases in cinemas worldwide on July 3, 2026
How gold loans really work and what lenders don’t highlight
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Gold loans give fast cash with little paperwork, low checks
- Hidden fees and varying repayment options can raise total costs
- Missed payments risk losing gold with emotional value
Poorest candidates highlight stark wealth gap in Tamil Nadu polls 2026
India | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Some candidates in TN polls declare assets as low as ₹1,000
- Wealthiest candidates report assets over ₹600 crore
- TN poll disclosures expose sharp wealth divide among contenders
Oil prices climb 5% after Trump says he does not want to extend Iran ceasefire
Business | Updated: Apr 22, 2026
- Oil up 3% after Trump signals Iran ceasefire’s end
- US seized Iran-linked tanker as Strait of Hormuz traffic slowed
- Russia to stop Druzhba oil exports to Germany from May 1
Citius Transnet Investment Trust IPO sees over 20x subscription on day 3; listing likely scheduled next week
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Citius Transnet Investment Trust IPO sees 20.43 times subscription in three days
- Institutional investors portion subscribed 23.21 times, non-institutional investors 17.09 times
- IPO unit allotment will be finalised by April 24, trading in Citius Transnet units to commence on April 29