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Only 20% of India’s waste gets treated – Could these 3 stocks turn trash into opportunity?

India dumps about half its waste in landfills. With sustainability turning into big business, these three companies could be at…

September 30, 2025 05:30 IST

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India’s bulging waste line: Can cities clean up before it’s too late?

Solid waste management plans are going down the drain, quite literally, as overflowing landfills refuse to leave urban landscapes, and…

May 3, 2025 21:46 IST

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What happens when microplastics enter your blood? Know all about hidden link to heart and brain disorders

Microplastics could accumulate in blood vessels, contributing to the formation of plaques, which is a key factor in atherosclerosis—a condition…

October 9, 2024 12:51 IST

Bhupender Yadav says Centre will provide financial support to waste recycling startups

The minister was speaking after taking part in a Beach Cleanup Campaign at the Juhu beach here as part of…

September 22, 2024 12:22 IST

Barley-based bioplastic breakthrough: 100% biodegradable solution for food packaging

The biocomposite’s composition includes amylose and cellulose, compounds abundant in various plant species such as corn, potatoes, wheat, and barley.

June 21, 2024 19:58 IST

Breaking the Plastic Cycle: Innovating Towards a Circular Economy

The path towards a circular economy for plastics is not an easy one, but the consequences of inaction are dire.…

June 3, 2024 11:00 IST

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Earth Day 2024: Transforming plastic waste into environmental currency via circularity

Global plastic recycling rates, particularly in developing countries, are usually poor – as low as 15%. With a population exceeding…

April 22, 2024 13:15 IST

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What is plastic credit model and how it can help MSMEs reduce plastic waste

It is a market-based mechanism that enables businesses to offset their plastic footprints by investing in projects that prevent plastic…

March 3, 2024 10:49 IST

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World Environment Day: India Inc in race to achieve net zero target

India Inc is all set and ready to cut on its plastic use and move towards achieving India’s net zero…

June 5, 2023 19:58 IST

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Researchers find new method to control plastic pollution and it’s genius!

Queensland University research team has found that plastic pollution can be controlled with its “DNA”.

November 21, 2022 16:27 IST

The purpose of the fully automated recycling unit is to decrease the amount of plastic waste produced in India.

Plastic waste is the perfect building material, here’s why

Plastic can also be utilised as a substitute for Medium Density Fiberboards (MDFs) and roofing sheets in all commercial, residential,…

November 2, 2022 10:18 IST

Plastic ban: Great step with need for on-ground uniformity and clarity

Since enforcement is at the state and municipal level, differing interpretations of the Rules may lead to massive disruption and…

July 30, 2022 13:51 IST

“The presence also tells us about the mismanagement of waste in such pristine environment, which are the last resort for understanding the phenomenon of climate and many other ecological studies,” he added.

Single-use plastic ban: The big menace of microplastics

A ban on plastic is welcome, but the larger threat might actually be microplastic in size

July 10, 2022 03:30 IST

Plastic ban: Eco-friendly brands make hay out of wood products

Demand for sustainable alternatives rises with plastic ban

July 3, 2022 05:00 IST

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From Modi Governments’ Plastic Ban to Sustainable Substitutes-The Blue Print for a Safer and Healthier India

Though the ban maybe termed as a significant step for a healthy environment, the success of the ban will only…

July 1, 2022 17:08 IST

The company uses high grade packaging material for its frozen foods and ice creams.

India Inc takes on single-use plastic ban with alternatives

“We are not using single-use plastic. Hence, the notification will not make any difference to us,” he claimed.

July 1, 2022 06:00 IST

Centre all set to ban single-use plastic from July 1 – Key things to know

It is worth noting that the name single-use plastic refers to those plastic items that are used only once before…

June 21, 2022 12:03 IST

Scientists develop ultra-thin heteroprotein films, applications can revolutionise food packaging

Several modifications of protein films in the recent past using suitable heteroprotein complexes have been reported by different research groups.

June 16, 2022 13:02 IST

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Consumer sector sees surge in CEO transitions

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In India, the consumer sector is witnessing a major change in leadership, with 1 in 3 CEOs switching roles in the last 3 years. 57% of these leaders moved from multinational corporations to Indian firms, driven by generational changes and increasing trust in local brands. Indian companies are also offering competitive compensation, making them attractive for global talent.

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