Scientists grow a bacteria-made “living” supermaterial that could replace plastic |

Plastic pollution, biodegradable materials and sustainable manufacturing are becoming major priorities for scientists worldwide, and researchers in the United States may have found a breakthrough solution. Scientists at Rice University and the University of Houston have created a new bacteria-grown supermaterial using bacterial cellulose that is strong, flexible and environmentally friendly. Published in Nature Communications,…

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Dubare fallout: Open safari jeeps, buses to get grills, glass | Bengaluru News

Bengaluru: Open jeep safaris may soon become a thing of the past in Karnataka, as the state govt moves to tighten tourist interaction with wildlife following the tragedy at Dubare elephant camp.On Wednesday, forest minister Eshwar B Khandre directed officials to phase out modified open camper jeeps and replace them with secure buses with protective…

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India-Italy ties hit sweet spot: Deals on defence, critical minerals | India News

NEW DELHI: India and Italy upgraded their relationship to a special strategic partnership, launched a defence industrial roadmap, and signed an agreement for cooperation in critical minerals as Italian PM Giorgia Meloni hosted her counterpart Narendra Modi for talks during the first bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister to the country in 26 years….

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PM Modi receives FAO’s highest honour for key agri schemes | India News

NEW DELHI: Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) on Wednesday conferred on PM Narendra Modi the Agricola Medal, its highest honour, in recognition of his govt’s landmark schemes to enhance agricultural productivity, bolster food security and further farmers’ welfare, besides his overall commitment to public welfare. Receiving the award in Rome from the specialised UN agency…

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