Cabinet approves Rs 1,766-cr clean Plant Programme to boost horticulture exports
The government approved a Rs 1,766 crore clean Plant Programme aimed at improving the quality of planting material for horticultural crops. This initiative, overseen by the Union Agriculture Ministry, will address virus infections affecting crop productivity and quality. Nine institutions and 75 nurseries will implement the programme, aiming to enhance exports and farmers' income. Key Points
Economic TimesHow to protect yourself from monsoon-related diseases
With a few preventive measures and cautious steps, you can protect yourself from monsoon-related diseases. By practicing personal hygiene, consuming safe food and water, protecting against mosquitoes, maintaining clean surroundings, and boosting your immunity, you can enjoy the monsoon season while keeping diseases at bay. Remember to stay vigilant and prioritize your health and well-being during monsoon. Key Points
Economic TimesArnold Schwarzenegger says the best exercise of all time is the clean and press
The clean and press is an Olympic lift that works a large range of muscles. "It covers everything," the bodybuilding icon said. Key Points
InsiderIndian lifters bag two bronze on day 1 of World Youth Championships
Jyoshna won silver in the snatch section but was sixth in the clean and jerk category in the seven-lifter field. Dhanush, on the other hand, heaved a total weight of 200kg (88kg+112kg) to finish third behind Filipinos Prince K. Delos Santos and Eron Borres in the men's 49kg event. The 16-year-old won a silver medal in the snatch category. Key Points
Economic TimesHow to clean gas stove burners at home to keep it like new
Gas stove burners are often overlooked during cleaning, leading to issues like uneven flame distribution and increased LPG consumption. Regularly cleaning the burners is crucial to save time and money. Here are some simple and effective tips: boil onion, use vinegar, mix baking soda with lemon juice, boil water with salt, rub lemon on the burner, and use dishwashing liquid. Key Points
Economic TimesThings you're cleaning incorrectly, and what you should be doing
From your toilet to your dishware, there are a number of household things that people often clean incorrectly. Here are some tips to fix that. Key Points
InsiderTry these simple tips to teach your kids to keep the kitchen clean
Whether you are cooking with your kids around, or teaching them how to cook, it might not end well for your kitchen. But as all problems have a solution, as does this. Key Points
The Indian ExpressIn a Nagaland district, locals strive to keep clean Election movement going
As the dry state goes to polls on February 27, locals from Chetheba and nearby villages are manning checkposts round-the-clock. Women there say that liquor during the polls “causes violence in our homes”. Key Points
The Indian ExpressArnold Schwarzenegger suggests 2 full-body exercises for a quick workout
Former Mr. Olympic Arnold Schwarzenegger said you can make time to exercise with a 15 minute workout using deadlifts or clean and press moves. Key Points
InsiderNumber theory: Green energy investment surpasses that of fossil fuel, 5 points
The world is expected to invest $1.74 trillion (2022 prices) in clean energy in 2023, 1.7 times the money which will go in fossil fuel investments. | Latest News India Key Points
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Mumbai’s deep clean drive has left some dusty corners. Girgaon is one story, Govandi another
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde kicked off the Diwali-style deep clean of Mumbai in December and has now extended it to the rest of the state. But critics are calling it a washout. Key Points
ThePrintYou be the judge: should my boyfriend save his post-gym shower for when he gets home?
He thinks showering at the gym is fine. She thinks it must be taken at home to keep the germs at bay. Whose argument doesn't wash? Key Points
the GuardianBest ethnic footwear for women: Top 10 stylish and traditional picks for any occasion on Myntra
Ethnic footwear for women combines style with tradition, offering the perfect balance for any occasion. Discover the best traditional footwear. | Fashion Trends Key Points
Hindustan TimesCNG prices hiked by Re 1 in Delhi-NCR from today. Check new rates
In Delhi, the price of CNG has been revised from Rs 74.59 per kg to Rs 75.59 per kg. In Noida, the revised rate is Rs 81.20 per kg, and Greater Noida is 80.20 per kg. Key Points
India TodayTwo more rounds of talks likely for IPEF to conclude: Sources
While the legal scrubbing of the Supply Chain Agreement - which was finalised in May - is on, discussions are moving fast on the clean economy and fair economy pillars, said people aware of the matter. The fourth round of IPEF negotiations took place from July 9-15 in South Korea. India is yet to take a call on joining the trade pillar of the IPEF. Key Points
Economic Times
Minimalist office spaces: How to create a clean and efficient workspace
A minimalist office space is clean, efficient, and clutter-free. It allows you to focus on your work without distractions and promotes productivity. Interior decor and design experts share some tips on how to create a clean and efficient workspace Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndia invites investors from IPEF nations to invest in $1 trillion clean economy opportunity
The 14-countries of the IPEF Thursday announced plans to provide $33 million in initial grant funding for the IPEF Catalytic Capital Fund for climate infrastructure projects. The fund is proposed under the Pillar III clean Economy Agreement of the framework. Key Points
Economic TimesAmazon clearance sale: Remove smoke and make cooking fun with top 8 chimneys, grab up to 57% off
Explore top kitchen chimneys to pick the best one for your kitchen. Grab huge discounts on chimneys during Amazon's clearance sale. Key Points
mintWhy we should get serious about mining critical minerals for clean energy
The mining of rare earth elements is highly competitive due to limited global reserves and growing demand from clean energy technologies and electronics. This competition exacerbates geopolitical tensions. Environmental concerns and complexities of extraction pose additional challenges to ensuring sustainable access to these resources. Key Points
Economic TimesBSEB Matric Exams 2024: Exams on optional subjects tomorrow
The BSEC said in a notice that the exam was conducted in Patna in a clean manner at 70 centres across Patna. It also shared details on expelled students. Key Points
Hindustan Times
Ready for another round of re-rating? 4 mid & smallcap cement stocks with upside potential of up to 30%
For the last nine years on the priority list of the government has been building physical infrastructure like roads, highways, ports and airports. Binding all the infrastructure projects, whether big or small are two commodities, cement and steel. In the cement sector, small and mid sized companies have been able to take advantage of this focus and increased spending by the government and have been able to both clean up their balance sheet and in some cases, they have gone ahead and increased their capacities which would be getting commissioned soon. With continued focus on infrastructure, will these companies be able to see another round of re-rating? Key Points
Economic TimesKarnataka students forced to clean toilets, do gardening at principal's house
Students of a government school in Karnataka's Kalaburagi were allegedly made to clean toilets of the school and even do gardening work at their principal's residence. A complaint has been filed with the police in the matter. Key Points
India TodayCar cleaner cosplays as Spider-Man, beggar as Captain Jack Sparrow. Watch
Videos of people dressed as Spider-Man and Captain Jack Sparrow have left people amused. Since being shared, the clips have gone viral. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesIndia's ReNew signs pact with Asian Development Bank for $5.3 billion
BENGALURU (Reuters) -India's ReNew Energy Global said on Monday it signed a pact worth more than $5.3 billion with Asian Development Bank to collaborate on projects related to tackling climate change. Key Points
ThePrintIndia, US, 12 other IPEF members conclude talks on clean, fair economy agreements
San Francisco, Nov 16 (PTI) After signing the supply chain resilience pact, India, the US, and 12 other members of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) have announced the conclusion of negotiations on fair and clean economy agreements. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal was here for the IPEF ministerial meeting. According to a […] Key Points
ThePrint
AQI: Policymakers need to put their money where their cough and sneeze is
Perhaps the new word to measure clean air could be 'AQIvalence'. As in, 'Chopraji, Gurgaon has better AQIvalence, no?' The bigger-is-better boys are best soothed by numbers that appear greater, even if what we are really after is something smaller like less dust in the air. Essentially, fast-tracking slow cyclists. Key Points
The Economic TimesDuke Energy to build end-to-end green hydrogen system in Florida
Electric utility Duke Energy (DUK.N) said on Friday it would build a project to create clean energy using an end-to-end system to produce, store and combust 100% green hydrogen, in Florida. Key Points
ReutersIndia moots biofuel alliance among 14 members of IPEF
India has proposed collaboration on biofuels within the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) to ensure energy security and affordability. The country is also seeking technology transfer among the group's 14 members to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. These issues are expected to be discussed in the negotiations of Pillar 3 of IPEF, which focuses on a clean economy. The IPEF, launched by the US and other Indo-Pacific countries, aims to address trade, supply chains, clean economy, and fair economy issues. Key Points
Economic TimesCanada agrees up to C$15 bln in incentives for Stellantis-LGES battery plant
Canada is willing to dole out up to C$15 billion ($11.3 billion) in production incentives for a Stellantis-LG Energy Solution (LGES) (STLAM.MI), electric vehicle battery plant, trumping a record deal with Volkswagen as Ottawa competes with Washington to woo major clean-tech projects. Key Points
ReutersIEA bets on India to end green funding deadlock
I see India as the leader of global south now. It is very clear. I am very hopeful that India will be able to break the deadlock of the finance in clean energy investment, the IEA chief told ET. Key Points
Economic Times
June 8, 1983, Forty Years Ago: NC In Kashmir
The ruling National Conference has made a clean sweep in Kashmir Valley by winning 22 of the 24 seats. In all, it has bagged 25 of the 43 seats in the state. In Jammu, where Congress (I) won 20 seats, National Conference has got three. Key Points
The Indian ExpressRelated-party deals: Auditor of Adani Ports flags concerns
India Business News: As a result, it has issued a "qualified opinion" on the FY23 results. A qualified opinion means an audit report is not clean. In other words, an audit Key Points
Times Of IndiaGovt sets up Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit
The establishment of the C-PACE will help to reduce the stress on the Registry along with keeping the registry clean besides availability of more meaningful data to the stakeholders. The C-PACE will also benefit the stakeholders by providing hassle-free filing, timely and process-bound striking off their company's names from the register, the corporate affairs ministry said in a release. Key Points
Economic TimesIndian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi wins silver at Asian Championships
Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi lifted 80kg and 83kg in her first two snatch attempts with relative ease but her 85kg try was deemed a no lift. She covered up her underwhelming snatch performance by lifting the second highest weight in clean and jerk to take home the silver in the section. Key Points
Economic TimesUS subsidies make UK financial reform urgent, business warns
U.S. clean technology subsidies are sucking capital from Europe, making it more urgent to improve London as a global financial centre, business bosses told UK lawmakers on Wednesday. Key Points
Reuters
10 Inspirational Quotes by Steve Jobs on Innovation and Creativity
Steven Paul Jobs was an American business tycoon, industrial designer, media proprietor, and investor. He was the co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Apple. Key Points
Times of IndiaIs it safe to use pre-owned sex toys?
Sex toys like dildos and vibrators could harbor bacteria and viruses, even if cleaned. Here's how to shop for second-hand devices and clean them properly. Key Points
InsiderGovt to launch 7-day drive to renovate 75,000 toilets
The official further stated that the department runs various campaigns on a regular basis to keep urban areas in the state clean. Public participation is also being ensured in these campaigns, as it is essential for sustainable cleanliness. Key Points
The Indian ExpressManhole vs Machine: Can manhole-cleaning robots eradicate manual scavenging?
Bandicoot, a robotic machine with “limbs”, HD vision cameras and gas sensors, can enter manholes and clean sewage. It is the flagship product of Genrobotics. In February, following the deployment of Bandicoots in the temple town of Guruvayur, the robotic machine is now being used in three cities in Kerala that have a sewerage system managed by the government. Key Points
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