24-March-2024: Scientists Develop Innovative Sustainable Construction Material, Harvesting Joy, Dr. SN Jha Urges Prioritization of Ergonomic Design, Double Your Money, Brain Health

24 March 2024

• Scientists Develop Innovative Sustainable Construction Material 'Sugarcrete' Using Sugarcane Waste

  Scientists at the University of East London (UEL) have developed a unique construction material called Sugarcrete, which represents a significant achievement in sustainable construction.  Developed in collaboration with Tate & Lyle Sugars and with creative partnership from Grimshaw, Sugarcrete offers a promising solution to address the carbon footprint associated with traditional construction materials like bricks and concrete.

• Harvesting Joy: Celebrating Holi's Agricultural Essence and Farmer's Pride

  Holi, the vibrant festival of colors, holds a deep-rooted connection with agriculture. It marks the arrival of spring, echoing the whispers of seeds stirring in the earth and the promise of a fruitful harvest. Amidst our laughter, let's take a moment to honor the hands that till the land and sow the seeds of abundance. Let's remember the faces behind our food—the farmers. They rise with the sun, toil in the fields, and nurture the crops that sustain us. Their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts form the backbone of our economy and the essence of our celebrations.

• Looking for a Solution to Improve Brain Health and Cognitive Function? Try Turmeric Latte!

  Turmeric’s golden allure is unbeatable. Revered for centuries in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, this vibrant spice is evergreen and boasts of a treasure of health-promoting properties. Among its many accolades, perhaps one of the most intriguing is its potential to support brain health and cognitive function

• Dr. SN Jha Urges Prioritization of Ergonomic Design and Safety Devices in Agricultural Machinery

  The XV Annual Workshop of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Ergonomics and Safety in Agriculture organized virtually from March 20th to 21st, 2024, hosted by ICAR-Central Institute of Agriculture Engineering, Bhopal. Dr. S. N. Jha, Deputy Director General (Engg), emphasized the importance of enhancing the ergonomic design of machinery and safety devices in agricultural sectors, particularly in ensuring women-friendly tools.

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