Chemicals
- India
11 students of UP school hospitalised after inhaling chemical fumes
Barabanki: Eleven students were hospitalised after they inhaled chemical fumes emanating from a garbage pile, including expired medicines, set afire by ragpickers near their school here on Wednesday, police said. The incident…
- Science
NASA’s Webb reveals molecular, chemical profile of distant world’s skies
San Francisco: NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has revealed another first: a molecular and chemical profile of a distant world’s skies. Previously, Webb and other space telescopes, including NASA’s Hubble and Spitzer,…
- Food
Are ultra-processed foods harmful? Experts present their argument
Washington: A study by the American Society for Nutrition outline the case for and against using the concept of ultra-processed foods to help inform dietary guidelines beyond conventional food classification systems. The…
- Business
Exports rise 22.36 pc to USD 33.81 bn in February
New Delhi: India’s exports rose by 22.36 per cent to USD 33.81 billion in February on account of healthy growth in sectors like engineering, petroleum and chemicals, even as the trade deficit…
- Stock Market
Specialty chemical maker Vikas EcoTech’s shares up over 200% in 1 yr
New Delhi: Vikas EcoTech shares gained over 200 percent over the past one-year period evidently due to the announcement of production-linked incentives to reduce import dependency for various products. Founded in 1984,…
- Stock Market
Specialty chemicals maker Neogen’s shares double in 1 year guided by PLIs
New Delhi: Shares of Neogen Chemicals have more than doubled in the past one-year period after the Centre announced production-linked incentives (PLIs) for specialty chemical manufacturers. The 30-year-old company, founded by Haridas…
- Health
Chemicals from personal care products influence hormones during pregnancy: Study
New Jersey: According to a new study by Rutgers University, the use of certain personal care products during pregnancy may impact maternal hormone levels. The research has been published in the ‘Environmental…
- Health
Immune system harmed by preservative used in processed foods: Study
Washington: A food preservative that is used to prolong the shelf life of Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, Cheez-Its and almost 1,250 other popular processed foods might cause harm to the immune system,…
- Business
IndianOil inks pact with Dorf Ketal Chemicals
New Delhi: Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) had announced its partnership with Dorf Ketal Chemicals India Pvt Ltd, wherein IOCL’s Patented Drag Reducing Agents (DRA) technology will be utilised to manufacture the…
- Business
US-based company invests 180 Cr for producing tin stabilizers
Mumbai: US-based Galata Chemicals, a leading global producer of plastic additives, has earmarked over INR 180 Crs, as an investment towards the plant, which is spread over 64 acres for its newest Tin…
- Health
Prenatal exposure to chemicals alters infant’s brain activity
Washington: Pregnant mothers who are subjected to chemicals are at risk of delivering kids with poor cognition and behavioural problems. A new study in this regard has found that this exposure can…
- Health
Unnecessary exposure of Polyfluoroalkyl substances harmful for humans: Study
Washington: In a recent study it has been found that unnecessary exposure of harmful chemicals to humans must be avoided. It should only be used when essential in terms of health, safety…
- News
Illinois: Chemical spill sends 37 to hospital, 7 in critical condition
Washington: A leak in a trailer carrying hazardous chemicals created a massive chemical spill in Beach Park, Illinois, on Thursday, sending 37 people to the hospital, including seven in critical condition, authorities…
- Science
Fish releases chemicals to warn others about danger
Washington: A recent study claimed that fish releases certain chemicals called, ‘disturbance cues,’ into the water to warn others such as predators, about the danger. The study was published in the Journal…
- Health
Chemical exposure during pregnancy can affect childs’ lungs
London: Would be mothers who are exposed to toxic chemicals during pregnancy could increase the risk of decreased lung functioning in their babies later, finds a new study published in The Lancet…
