Chennai

From textiles to paper, these microbes can do useful jobs in many industries. But the best part is that this method is green, economical and totally chemical-free!

While Swaminathan was able to get relief from the consumer forum, many other complainants do not meet with the same success. Section 6 of the Indian Post Office Act of 1898 shields Indian postal authorities against legal cases.

He set up Jaycee Agro Farms, with the help of his family, to tackle the issues of chemical-based farming, and bust the myth that organic agriculture is loss-making.

In an exclusive interview, the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA) explains how this simple solution can save massive quantities of wasted water in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi and Mumbai too.

“Eat diverse, eat seasonal, but also source from fishermen engaged in sustainable fishing,” says Dr Divya Karnad who recently won the prestigious Future of Nature Award for her amazing efforts towards marine conservation.

“Even though this happened nearly 5 years ago, it is still fresh in our minds. It fuels us to keep doing what we do," says the couple who spend nearly Rs 4,500 every week to feed Chennai's homeless.

Anakaputhur is a suburb of Chennai that lies a little beyond the international airport on the banks of the Adyar. Around 15-years-ago, a group of third-generation weavers of this village decided to stray away from a tradition of almost 9 decades.

"I have customised cakes for people with breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer and kidney cancer", says the former cancer researcher.

One of the very first woman advocates of India, Lily Thomas fought to ensure convicted criminals don't find a place in our Parliament and State Legislatures.

Before you rent a property (either as an owner or as a tenant), you must look out for certain points that guarantee you a safe transaction. Since the rent rates and such other details vary in each state, here are the guidelines you can follow, as mandated by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.