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India intensifies critical minerals push, aims to auction maximum blocks b
Updated : 1 year ago IST
In June 2023, India has identified at least 30 critical minerals taking into account its requirements for sectors like defence, agriculture, energy, pharmaceutical, and telecom and in line with its Atmanirbar (self-reliance) roadmap. Those critical minerals were Antimony, Beryllium, Bismut
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E- Waste Industry in India : A view from an Advisor
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], October 19: As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, the issue of electronic waste (e-waste) has emerged as a significant environmental challenge. Millions of tons of electronic devices are discarded annually, creating a mounting crisis that threatens b
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Exposure to toxic metals might lead to clogged arteries: Research
Updated : 4 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 1 (ANI): Environmental exposure to low levels of the toxic metals arsenic, cadmium and titanium appears to increase the risk of plaque build-up in arteries in the neck, heart and legs, suggests the findings of recent research.
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Study finds exposure to toxic metals may lead to clogged arteries
Updated : 4 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], December 27 (ANI): A research has found that environmental exposure to low levels of the toxic metals arsenic, cadmium and titanium appears to increase the risk of plaque buildup in arteries in the neck, heart and legs.
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Study suggests some food contamination starts in the soil
Updated : 5 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], February 3 (ANI): When most people hear 'food contamination,' they think of bacteria present on unwashed fruits or vegetables, or undercooked meat. However, there are other ways for harmful contaminants to be present in food products.
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Think before using liquor bottles for decoration, it causes harm
Updated : 6 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): We all love to preserve well-decorated liquor bottle. However, it comes with its own risk. Glass and enamelled decoration on bottles of beer, wines, and spirits contain harmful levels of the poisonous element including lead and cadmium, suggests a study.
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Amazon promises to not sell toxic school supplies
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington [USA], May 10 (ANI): After an investigation found Amazon was selling school supplies, including lunch boxes, pencil pouches, and necklaces, with illegal levels of toxic metals such as lead and cadmium, Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has ordered the e-commerce giant
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Exposure to toxic metals linked to cardiovascular diseases
Updated : 7 years, 6 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA] Aug 30(ANI): Exposure to environmental toxic metals such as arsenic, lead, copper, and mercury has become a major global health concern. The metals like arsenic, lead, copper and cadmium are linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary heart diseas
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Second-hand plastic toys could harm your kid
Updated : 8 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Jan 27 (ANI): Many second hand plastic toys could pose a health risk for your child as the plastic may not meet the most up to date international safety guidelines, a study suggests.
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Fancy drinking glasses can contain harmful levels of toxic metals
Updated : 8 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 6 (ANI): Decorated drinking glasses can contain potentially toxic levels of lead and cadmium, reports a study.
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Are you harming your toddler with baby foods?
Updated : 8 years, 4 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 28 (ANI): Here's a word of caution for new parents. You may have to avoid sprouts vegetable soup, some cereals and other ready-to-eat food products for your baby, as, according to a recent study, they may contain dangerous chemicals.
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