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

[ad_1] 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…

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US-China trade thaw? Beijing signals willingness to accept tariff level, seeks extension of truce

[ad_1] China has signalled that it is willing to accept a certain level of US tariffs while pushing for an extension of the ongoing trade truce with Washington, a move that could indicate further stabilisation in ties between the world’s two largest economies, Bloomberg reported.According to a statement issued by China’s Commerce Ministry on Wednesday,…

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IPL 2026: KKR beat MI by four wickets to stay alive as playoff race heads into final round | Cricket News

[ad_1] Kolkata Knight Riders kept their IPL 2026 playoff hopes alive with a hard-fought four-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in a rain-interrupted clash at Eden Gardens on Wednesday.After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, KKR bowlers quickly put Mumbai under pressure. MI’s batting lineup once again struggled badly, slipping to 41/4 inside the…

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CBSE says Class 12 answer sheet application portal facing technical glitches, restoration expected soon

[ad_1] CBSE acknowledges technical glitches in Class XII answer sheet application portal NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on Tuesday acknowledged technical problems affecting its online application portal for obtaining scanned copies of Class 12 answer books.In an official circular issued on May 20, 2026, the board informed stakeholders that the online…

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‘Melody to the ears’: India’s toffee exports rise 166% in 12 years to Rs 132 crore in FY26, says Piyush Goyal

[ad_1] Toffee became the talk of the town when Prime minister Narendra Modi gifted Melody toffees to Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni during his Italy. The visit has brought fresh attention to India’s toffees sector with Commerce and Industry minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday highlighting that the country’s toffee exports have climbed 166 per cent over…

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IPL 2026 | ‘Taking it one game at a time’: Ajinkya Rahane shares KKR mantra after win over Mumbai Indians | Cricket News

[ad_1] Ajinkya Rahane (AP Photo/Bikas Das) NEW DELHI: Ajinkya Rahane praised his team’s composure and experienced stars after Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Mumbai Indians by four wickets to stay alive in the IPL 2026 playoff race.Rahane was especially delighted with the efforts of veteran spinner Sunil Narine and mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy, whose disciplined bowling…

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