How to reduce harmful effects of pesticides in day-to-day life
Several studies have linked pesticide exposure to negative health effects, such as respiratory problems, reproductive issues, endocrine system disruption, neurological damage and increased risk of certain cancers.
Sep 28, 2022, 23:02 PM IST
Explained: What makes Aluminium Phosphide important for food preservation
Aluminium Phosphide is not meant for human consumption, but used to protect certain substances from rodents and insects.
Dec 14, 2021, 22:43 PM IST
Telangana readies plans to tackle locust attack; fire engines, jetting machines, pesticides sent to state's border
Telangana is taking all the precautions to tackle entry of swarms of locust. Fire engines, jetting machines and pesticides were being sent to the entry point areas on Maharashtra-Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh borders.
May 28, 2020, 20:27 PM IST
Landmark study shows decline in bee population due to neonicotinoid pesticide
The knowledge about the magnitude of harm that the bees were being subjected to due to these particular insecticides was still vague.
Jun 30, 2017, 12:25 PM IST
WARNING: Chemicals from bug-repellant sprays can linger in homes for a year!
Warmer temperatures can lead to a flurry of unwelcome guests to our house – flies, mosquitoes, fleas, wasps, bedbugs and lice.
Jun 26, 2017, 19:06 PM IST
Common pesticide exposure may speed puberty in boys: Study
Evidence of recent exposure to the chemical appears in human urine as a metabolite, or molecule, called 3-phenoxybenzoic acid (3-PBA).
Apr 03, 2017, 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
Stressed-out birds more inviting to mosquitoes
Birds exposed to stress such as road noise, pesticides and light pollution were twice as likely to be bitten by mosquitoes that transmit the West Nile virus, finds a study.
Aug 12, 2016, 00:12 AM IST
Want a healthy brain? Avoid these things!
We need to take special care of our brain as it is one of the most delicate organs of your body.
Aug 12, 2016, 00:00 AM IST
Pesticides linked to decline of bees needed for crop diversity: Experts
Widespread use of pesticides for enhanced crop yields has led to the decline of pollinators such as honey bees which are needed for increase in yields and quality of 84 per cent of the crops grown for human consumption, experts said here on Saturday.
Jul 02, 2016, 19:39 PM IST
Appoint food safety officers within eight weeks, HC tells Delhi
A high court division bench asked the government to file an affidavit indicating what steps they have taken on appointment of food safety officers.
May 05, 2016, 20:15 PM IST
23 dead in Pakistan after eating poisoned sweets: officials
At least 23 people have died and dozens of others fell ill in central Pakistan after eating sweets which police suspect were tainted with pesticides, officials said Monday.
Apr 25, 2016, 13:50 PM IST
Agriculture Ministry to use fewer animals in testing of pesticides: PETA
The Union Agriculture Ministry has agreed to accept measures that will "significantly" reduce the number of animals used in toxicity testing of pesticides, animal rights body PETA India today said.
Jan 18, 2016, 16:01 PM IST
Food items contain over 12% unapproved pesticides, claims govt report
The government has found residues of unapproved pesticides in vegetables, fruits, milk and other food items collected from various retail and wholesale outlets across the country.
Oct 05, 2015, 10:09 AM IST
Avoid pesticide exposure to ward off diabetes risk
An analysis of 21 studies has shown that exposure to pesticides is associated with increased risk of developing diabetes by 61 percent, with different types of pesticides showing varying levels of risk.
Sep 16, 2015, 13:14 PM IST
