Why Microplastics Are Emerging As The Gut’s Newest And Most Invisible Threat

Last Updated:September 13, 2025, 13:22 IST Microplastics, fragments smaller than five millimeters, are now found in food, drinking water, and even human tissue. This puts an increased strain on the gastrointestinal tract. Microplastics may disrupt gut health and overall body systems. Plastic was once celebrated as the ultimate modern convenience. Today, it is infiltrating places…

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Trash to treasure: Scientists create plastic that captures carbon | – The Times of India

Plastic waste has long been one of the world’s biggest environmental headaches, choking oceans, polluting soil, and breaking down into harmful microplastics. At the same time, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions continue to fuel climate change, threatening ecosystems and human health. Now, scientists at the University of Copenhagen may have found a way to tackle both…

Cleaner Cities Start At Home: 5 Simple Waste Segregation Habits That Matter

Last Updated:August 02, 2025, 17:22 IST Like building wealth, sustainability thrives on small, consistent action. A single house using a three-bin system for a year can divert over half a tonne of waste from landfills. Use a three-bin system to segregate waste efficiently. (AI Generated Image) Much like a birthday reminder nudging you to send…

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