Do You Love Seafood? Study Warns Against 'Forever Chemicals'
Studies have shown their exposure raises the risk of cancer, foetal abnormalities, high cholesterol, and thyroid, liver, and reproductive disorders.
Apr 13, 2024, 16:32 PM IST
Paper Drinking Straws May Contain Harmful Chemicals: Study
The study comes as a growing number of countries, including India, the UK and Belgium, have banned sale of single-use plastic products, including drinking straws, and plant-based versions have become popular alternatives.
Aug 25, 2023, 20:32 PM IST
Using hair straightening chemicals? STOP right now, otherwise...
Several chemicals that have been found in straighteners (such as parabens, bisphenol A, metals, and formaldehyde) could be contributing to the increased uterine cancer risk observed.
Oct 20, 2022, 12:34 PM IST
YearEnder 2021: From real estate to IT, here’s looking at top performing sectors in India
Metal, Real Estate, Power, IT, and Chemicals sector were among the top performers in 2021.
Dec 26, 2021, 15:29 PM IST
Centre imposes antidumping duty on 5 Chinese goods for 5 years
India has imposed anti-dumping duties on five Chinese products for five years to guard local manufacturers.
Dec 26, 2021, 14:20 PM IST
How toys are doing more harm than good to our children
Toys are among a child's first possessions. But do you know that the chemicals used in the manufacturing of these toys can adversely affect your child’s health? According to a new study, these contaminated toys can prove dangerous to children with serious health implications.
Dec 22, 2018, 11:46 AM IST
Chemicals linked to brain disorders in children
Numerous, common chemicals can interfere with normal thyroid hormone actions, which are essential for normal brain development in foetuses and young children, they say.
Mar 26, 2018, 17:57 PM IST
This is how plants, animals communicate in northeast
Since time immemorial, chemical signals that mediate interactions in nature have been studied and used by humans for many purposes.
Chemicals in yoga mats may disrupt your fertility
If you are planning to undergo fertility treatment, avoiding products like yoga mats may help, as those with flame retardant chemicals can disrupt in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), a study has claimed.
Aug 26, 2017, 18:55 PM IST
Dangerous chemicals detected in macaroni and cheese powder
A new study found high concentrations of potentially dangerous chemicals known as phthalates in the macaroni and cheese powder.
Jul 17, 2017, 11:08 AM IST
Chemicals found in detergents, shampoos can cause birth defects: Study
The study found that the chemicals, known as quaternary ammonium compounds or “quats”, can lead to birth defects of the brain, spine or spinal cord.
Jun 17, 2017, 23:50 PM IST
New technique can trace hazardous chemicals spread through fast-food wrappers in body
Researchers have come up with a new technique through which hazardous chemicals from fast-food wrappers in the body can be traced.
Mar 30, 2017, 22:55 PM IST
Chennai oil spill: Doctors warn of serious health issues, including cancer, for clean-up crew
In its report on the health impact of oil spill, the fact-finding team said that it found a number of workers and residents complaining of various health issues.
Feb 22, 2017, 10:08 AM IST
In a first, scientists discover banned toxic chemicals in deepest reaches of ocean
As per a new study, this is the first time that scientists have uncovered the evidence that man-made pollutants have now reached the farthest corners of our Earth.
Feb 14, 2017, 14:14 PM IST
Common chemicals may reduce vitamin D levels
Exposure to certain common chemicals called endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in several consumer products, including plastic bottles, may reduce levels of vitamin D in the bloodstream, says a study.
Sep 22, 2016, 00:20 AM IST
Bayer sets $66 billion deal for Monsanto after lengthy pursuit
German chemicals giant Bayer announced Wednesday a $66 billion deal to buy controversial US seeds and pesticides firm Monsanto, triggering immediate criticism from farmers and environmentalists.
Sep 15, 2016, 02:58 AM IST
Dr Subhash Chandra Show: Is an MBA degree worth your time?
Dr Subhash Chandra has once again come with a new show to guide the nation and youth to live a meaningful life, life with a purpose.
DNA: How water mixed with poisonous chemicals is making its way to kitchen Part II
How water mixed with poisonous chemicals and Industrial waste is making its way to Kitchen. Watch complete news story of DNA for getting detailed updates!
Sep 04, 2016, 00:19 AM IST
DNA: How water mixed with poisonous chemicals is making its way to kitchen
How water mixed with poisonous chemicals and Industrial waste is making its way to Kitchen. Watch complete news story of DNA for getting detailed updates!
Sep 04, 2016, 00:17 AM IST
DNA: How rivers are impregnated with poisonous chemicals and industrial waste
Analysis of rivers and water mixed with poisonous chemicals and industrial waste around Delhi. Watch complete news story of DNA for getting detailed updates!
Aug 31, 2016, 00:10 AM IST
