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India highlights plastic phase-out resolution
Some developing nations including India and China opposed curbing primary polymer production, seeking instead to focus on plastic waste management.
Published on May 02, 2025 08:28 AM IST
Jayashree Nandi, New Delhi
No small PET water bottles from June 1 in Himachal
So come June 1, you will not get polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles (up to 500 ml) at Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) hotels or private hotels as well as all indoor official meetings, conferences, and events organised by the government departments, Boards, Corporations and other state government organisations.
Published on Apr 24, 2025 06:16 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here’s what people are doing about it
Plastic fibers are prevalent in clothing, shedding millions during laundry and polluting waterways. Solutions include washing less, using cold water, and more.
Updated on Apr 23, 2025 03:56 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Krishna Priya Pallavi
Your favourite chewing gum might be hiding tiny plastic pieces, say scientists
A study shows chewing gum could release up to 600 microplastic fragments, raising awareness of ingestion and environmental impact.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 02:05 PM IST
AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri
Cause and Effect: Importance of the humble straw in the fight against pollution
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development estimates that around 380 MT of plastic waste is produced globally each year.
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 12:02 PM IST
Tannu Jain