A South Korean government-backed study found paper straws had 6.33 times the carcinogenic impact of plastic straws. Researchers urged focus on reducing single-use waste, as biodegradable and bio-based alternatives also showed environmental drawbacks.

Bittu explained that he had placed two dustbins near the riverbank to encourage people not to litter.

Long before its association with a gruesome murder case, the drum was simply a symbol of utility and a staple in construction sites and industrial yards.

Water dispensers and separate bins for wet and dry waste have been installed as part of DDA's month-long cleanliness drive across Delhi.

Around 20 metric tonnes of plastic waste was generated in Kedarnath between April and August 2026. Of this, 18.5 tonnes, or 92.5 per cent, had been processed, while around 1.5 tonnes remained.

Instead of building a road entirely from plastic, engineers mixed recycled plastic into a conventional asphalt mixture.

Bittu Tabahi took it upon himself to clean a river clogged with plastic waste, algae and other debris.

Collection, source segregation and the integration of the informal sector into the formal recycling economy still remained major challenges.

Bengaluru civic officials fined 10 food outlets at Nexus Mall, Koramangala, for mixing wet and dry waste and using banned single-use plastic. Fines ranged from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000, with repeat violations inviting stricter action.

While the idea of plastic-based cookies might be a tough sell on Earth, it holds massive potential for long-term space missions.

Instead of using plastic, the edible cutlery is made from natural ingredients such as rice, wheat, jowar and black pepper.

If your coriander often turns limp before you can use it, this experiment might change how you store the herb at home.

Chemicals leaching from plastic waste at the Mathuradaspura dumping yard on the outskirts of Jaipur are contaminating nearby agricultural land and water sources with BPA, posing a threat to local crops, according to a study.

A recent video showed that the entire backside of Khajjiar Valley was filled with plastic bottles, food wrappers and other types of waste.

The video quickly gained attention online, with many social media users praising the calm and respectful manner in which Nautiyal addressed the issue.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has issued a draft notification proposing certain amendments to the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018, with specific reference to packaging practices for pan masala.

In a now viral post, a foreign traveller shows litter on Mahabalipuram Beach. He requests travellers to respect the Earth and pick up their trash.

The idea for the drive came from a student who runs an environmental group called 'For Better Kangleipak' back in Manipur.

The post ignited a debate regarding the failure of tourism management and the lack of environmental accountability among both authorities and visitors.

Those black plastic boxes your takeout comes in may not be as harmless as they seem. An expert breaks down how they can affect your food, especially when used for hot or acidic dishes.

Silicone lids have become a kitchen favourite for sealing leftovers, organising meal prep and replacing disposable wraps in everyday cooking routines.

A viral video reveals plastic waste inside elephant dung in Karnataka's Brahmagiri hills, raising concerns about pollution impacting wildlife habitats.

Adverse effects on health due to emissions from the world's plastics system, including greenhouse gases, air-polluting particles and toxic chemicals released from production, could more than double by 2040, compared to levels in 2016.

Plastic waste from Southeast Asian countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Myanmar, has been found on Andaman Island beaches, highlighting the extent of water pollution.