Meet the plastic warriors: Three Indian teenagers win Earth Prize for creating a tamarind solution to remove microplastics from water |

Meet the plastic warriors: Three Indian teenagers win Earth Prize for creating a tamarind solution to remove microplastics from water |

What started as an issue about drinking water contamination has turned three Indian teenagers into internationally recognized young innovators. Vivaan Chhawchharia, Ariana Agarwal and Avyana Mehta, 16, have been named Earth Prize Asia winners 2026 for creating ‘Plas-Stick’, a biodegradable solution that uses powdered tamarind seeds to remove microplastics from water. Inspired by visits to … Read more

Your water looks clean, but is it safe? Why you need a UV water purifier at home

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Clear water often gives people a sense of security, but that’s not always the whole story. In many homes, tap water may appear to be perfect, but it can still harbor harmful microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. These invisible contaminants can enter through aging pipes, overhead tanks or storage systems, especially in urban homes. … Read more