Ground-floor structures are prime targets for termite infestation. Learn the key reasons—soil contact, moisture, and biology—and discover three professional, long-term solutions to protect your home effectively.
Delhi govt to continue 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy even after GRAP-IV lifts. Minister Sirsa announces crackdown on faulty PUC centres & Rs 100 crore for water bodies. Read more.
Central University of Jharkhand professor Pratibha Warwade patents a low-cost soil moisture monitoring device. This innovation promises efficient irrigation, water conservation, and higher yields for Indian farmers. #SmartAgriculture #Jharkhand
Your lush garden might be a haven for snakes. Discover which moisture-loving plants create ideal conditions for snakes and learn practical tips to make your garden safer without removing all greenery.
Haryana Pollution Board fines violators Rs 2.8 crore in Gurgaon & Nuh for flouting dust, genset, and industrial norms. Major construction projects shut. Read the full report.
MPCB officials visited a Baner construction site to evaluate dust & noise control measures as per NGT's Dec 8 directive. Monitoring stations installed for 24-hour assessment.
Thane Municipal Corporation announces a scientific initiative including shelters, sterilisation drives, and awareness campaigns to manage the city's stray dogs. Learn about the new measures.
Delhi CM announces strict enforcement of 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule to combat air pollution. Learn how this move aims to curb vehicle emissions and improve air quality in the capital.
Karnataka appoints 1,000 pharmacy students to support drug control efforts. Learn about the initiative's impact on public health and student careers.
Ghaziabad's third animal birth control centre, built for Rs 2 crore, launches in Vijay Nagar, boosting daily sterilisation capacity to 120 dogs. Learn how this tackles the city's stray population challenge.
Parel residents report SRA site violating pollution norms with late-night work and no dust control. MPCB and BMC respond. Read the full story.
Karnataka government commits to addressing the outdated Rent Control Act, promising action following a heated Assembly debate. Tenants and landlords await concrete steps.
Andhra Pradesh paddy farmers battle high moisture levels post-cyclones, leading to slow procurement and distress sales. Learn about the crisis impacting harvests and prices.
National Pollution Control Day, observed on Dec 2, marks the Bhopal Gas Tragedy & highlights pollution's deadly health impact, causing 8.1 million deaths in 2021. Learn risks and solutions.
Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's top state in controlling HIV, recording an 88.72% decline in AIDS deaths and major reduction in new infections. Discover how they achieved this success story.
Ganjam district launches paddy procurement from Dec 23 with 36.53 quintal target. 1.56 lakh farmers registered for the process across 476 mandis. Learn key details.
Odisha detects 2,462 HIV-positive cases from April to October through extensive testing. Ganjam reports highest numbers as officials cite unprotected sex among youth as primary cause. Learn about state's response.
Delhi's air quality shows slight improvement, moving from 'very poor' to 'poor' category with AQI at 269. However, thick smog continues to blanket ITO and other areas. Political criticism mounts over pollution crisis.
MCG awards 2-year contract to Jabalpur NGO for stray dog sterilisation at Rs 700 per dog. RWAs and veterinarians question feasibility, citing costs up to Rs 5,000 per procedure locally.
Discover 6 crucial signs of mouse infestation in your Indian home. Learn to spot droppings, nests, and sounds before it's too late. Protect your family today!
Tamil Nadu faces procurement crisis as record 47.99 lakh tonnes paddy harvest clashes with monsoon rains. CM Stalin urges Centre to relax moisture norms as farmers suffer losses.
HVAC specialists warn against covering outdoor AC units in winter. Trapped moisture causes rust and mould, while attracting pests. Learn proper winter care tips instead.
Discover why India needs compassionate stray dog management strategies that balance human safety with animal welfare. Learn about sustainable solutions.
PCMC launches immediate inspections and potential closure of 30 non-compliant RMC plants following MPCB pollution violations. Clean air initiative targets dust and emission control systems.
Discover 7 powerful natural scents like lavender and garlic that effectively repel cockroaches. Learn chemical-free pest control methods and prevention tips for a healthier home.
Exclusive investigation uncovers KPCIL's waste-to-energy facility operated without crucial PCB approval for months, raising serious environmental compliance questions in Bengaluru.
Himachal Pradesh drug control authorities raid Baddi pharmaceutical facility after Rajasthan complaints reveal distribution of sub-standard medicines across seven districts, raising serious public health concerns.
Discover powerful, chemical-free solutions to protect your plants from destructive pests using simple household ingredients and proven organic methods.
IIT Kanpur director reveals low moisture content in clouds prevented successful artificial rain in Delhi despite cloud seeding efforts. Scientific analysis explains the technical challenges.
Delhi government postpones cloud seeding trial for artificial rain as moisture conditions remain insufficient. The ambitious project aims to combat air pollution through weather modification technology.