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11 Nov

Scientists develop biosensor for accurate detection of environmental pollutants

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New Delhi (India Science Wire): Sodium Dodecyl Sulphate or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SDS) is widely used in soaps, toothpaste, creams and shampoos, laundry detergents in households, agricultural operations, laboratories and industries. Its subsequent disposal in waterways causes harmful effects on aquatic organisms, environmental microcosms, and associated living organisms. It also deteriorates the quality of drinking water. Until now, there were no specific biosensors developed to date for the detection of SDS with high precision. A team of researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT-R) claimed to have developed the world’s first specific reliable bacterial biosensor to detect the…

11 Nov

Ecofriendly technology to protect marine ecosystem from invasive species in ballast waters of ships

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New Delhi (India Science Wire): It is estimated that there would be a twentyfold increase in the global marine traffic by 2050 which could lead to a sharp rise of invasive aquatic species by 90% in the ballast waters of the ships around the world if not controlled. Now a few innovative eco-friendly water treatment technologies are developed by a team of Indo-US scientists. It is a non-destructive process involving the construction of well or seabed gallery intake systems for the production of ballast seawater which would be made available to the ships virtually across all the global port facilities…

11 Nov

Double your celebration this Diwali with Havmor’ s exciting offers

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Continuing its 44-year-old tradition, on Dhanteras, also observed as Havmor’s anniversary, the brand has introduced a special offer for its consumers In keeping with the festive spirit and to celebrate its 44th anniversary, Havmor, one of India’s favourite ice-cream brand is announcing an exciting offer for its patrons. Ice-cream lovers can avail one-litre family pack of Rajbhog ice-cream and three exclusive Varmora containers worth INR 299 only. This limited offer will be available in Ahmedabad, Baroda, Surat and Rajkot on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras. Commemorating this momentous occasion and a 44-year-old tradition, Mr. Anindya Dutta, MD, Havmor Ice-Creams said,…

11 Nov

LANXESS expects EBITDA for the year to be between EUR 820-880 mn

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Mumbai, Maharashtra [India]: November 11, 2020 - The German speciality chemicals major LANXESS AG says that despite the impact of the global coronavirus crisis, it remains on course. Following the third quarter, the company is confirming and continues to look at positive guidance for 2020 and expects EBITDA pre exceptionals for the full year between Euro 820 million and Euro 880 million. “We are continuing on course in the troubled waters of the coronavirus crisis and have specified our 2020 guidance. We want to deliver what we announced in spring. Given these volatile times and the many uncertainties, this is…

11 Nov

Laundry Redefined: Ariel Pods Launched In India

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Ariel, one of the leading detergent brands from the house of P&G, is driving innovation in the country. P&G India is pioneering the creation of a new segment within the Laundry category, by introducing a revolutionary of laundry product, sold in single-use tablets called PODs.In many countries around the world, Laundry PODs are already popular as the most convenient way of doing laundry. Ariel 3in1 PODs, launched in India very recently, are pre-dosed washing capsules, filled with concentrate liquid detergent. Ariel 3in1 PODs are 3-chambered PODs providing the consumers with a 3in1 HD Clean benefit – cleaning, stain removal and…

11 Nov

Latest 2020 Bridal Makeup Tips From Experts

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Delhi [India]: Bridal makeup should be special. On your wedding day, you should look like the most beautiful version of YOU. The wedding is not the time to try a very trendy look or something that is radically different from your usual style. Wedding makeup must be long-lasting, look amazing in photographs, and be timeless. Every bride should be able to cherish her bridal getup by looking at the wedding pictures some ten years from now. A trained makeup artist from a professional Makeup School can take care of all your bridal makeup requirements. To begin with, we should address the fundamental pointers:…

10 Nov

Study underlines link between COVID-19 and air pollution

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New Delhi (India Science Wire): As winters are arriving the Delhi/NCR region has started experiencing the problem of smog. From the past few years, it has been seen that the Air Quality Index drops down to dangerous levels during winters. Experts are apprehending a possible spike in coronavirus cases once winters sets in. Delhi has already started reporting a spike in COVID-19 infections. Various studies have established that there is a correlation between air pollution and increased risk of COVID-19 disease. A team of researchers from CSIR- National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) has established the linkage between mortality rates…

10 Nov

Sneha Rakesh Is An Innovative Entrepreneur Whose Venture Stands Out In The Tech Industry

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Bangalore, Karnataka [India]: The technology industry is very competitive, and numerous organizations compete against each other to stay ahead of the competition. In such a competitive world, Sneha Rakesh of Akarmaxs is breaking all barriers of the tech industry. She firmly believes that men can't multitask, and if they try to, they cannot do it as efficiently as women. Sneha believes that the future of technology is feminine, and with this belief, she is bringing in considerable changes to the industry. Sneha is the Managing Director of Akarmax Tech Pvt Ltd. and is also an innovative entrepreneur. She took the…

10 Nov

Exciting Times Ahead for the Real Estate Sector in Varaccha, Surat

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Surat, Gujarat [India] : Diwali is just round the corner. And the good news is, this Festival of Lights has brought positive vibes in the market, despite the recent slowdown due to Covid-19 pandemic. Diwali has brought back a very good V curve for the industry and has illuminated people's heart with hopes of a prosperous future. Surat, the second-largest city in Gujarat, is among the top-ranking smart cities of India. This is the right time for investors as the city is only marching ahead on the path of growth. All the major sectors of the market - textile, diamond…

09 Nov

CSIR partners with TataMD for diagnostic testing for COVID-19

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New Delhi (India Science Wire): Tata Medical and Diagnostics Ltd. (TataMD), the healthcare venture from Tata Group, has announced the commercial launch of TataMD CHECK, novel diagnostic testing forCOVID-19.TataMD CHECK will use FNCAS9 Editor-Limited Uniform Detection Assay (FELUDA), a CRISPR Cas-9 technology that was developed in India by CSIR- Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB) for Covid testing. It is the world’s first CRISPR Cas-9 based diagnostic tool to be launched globally. TataMD CHECK is a lab test and uses CRISPR-Cas9 Technology. The process of collecting patient samples, RNA extraction, and amplification, etc. remains the same but uses simple,…