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Multiple suffer chemical burns, one dead as tank ruptures in Washington facility

A fire official said first responders had decontaminated patients and rushed them to nearby hospitals.
Published on May 27, 2026 06:23 am IST

Garden Grove chemical incident: California lawmakers seek emergency declaration

Water is sprayed on a damaged tank at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, Calif., on Sunday, May 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)
Published on May 25, 2026 07:12 am IST

From dryness to breakage: 9 signs your hair colour is damaging your hair

Signs your hair colour is damaging your hair quality.
Published on Apr 15, 2026 05:57 pm IST

Surgeon warns ‘dishwash liquid may be the most toxic product in your kitchen’

Read more to find out what makes this everyday kitchen essential harmful!
Published on Mar 27, 2026 04:17 pm IST

Karnataka: Explosion in chemical storage tank in Mandya kills two

A storage tank containing chemicals exploded while opening the cap.
Updated on Feb 15, 2026 02:20 pm IST

'No environmental impact identified': LG Michigan Plant on chemical spill

Authorities said LG Energy Solution is cooperating fully in the matter.
Updated on Sept 07, 2025 07:17 am IST

Chemical fire in Newburgh, Indiana: Shelter-in-place order issued

Smoke was seen from the fire in Newburgh, Indiana.
Updated on Sept 07, 2025 03:39 am IST

Anesthesiologist calls receipts ‘new-age Ebola’; packed with harmful chemicals

Doctor warn frequent receipt handling may pose health threats.
Published on Aug 19, 2025 04:05 pm IST

Is your makeup slowly poisoning you? Alarming common ingredients to watch out

Cancer causing cosmetics and the ongoing research on parabens, talc and other ingredients.
Updated on Jun 03, 2025 01:33 pm IST

Perfumes are much more dangerous than you'd expect, here's why to ditch them

The hidden dangers of perfumes
Published on Jan 08, 2025 08:44 pm IST

Is your smartwatch band exposing you to harmful 'forever chemicals'? Find out

Recent research indicates that many smartwatch bands contain harmful PFHxA levels.
Updated on Dec 19, 2024 02:35 pm IST

Bomb kills Russia's top nuclear protection General Igor Kirillov

In Moscow, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, the commander of Russia's nuclear defence forces, was murdered by a bomb in an electric scooter.
Published on Dec 17, 2024 01:11 pm IST

Are you drinking toxic water? Study discovers new chemical in tap water

Most of the residents in US receive tap water and it is possible that their water is toxic.
Published on Nov 23, 2024 02:20 pm IST

EU delays on hazardous chemicals threaten health and environment, watchdog warns

European Commission's slow decisions on dangerous chemicals risk public health
Published on Oct 21, 2024 07:32 pm IST

Chemical leak led to Andhra pharmaceutical factory blast killing 17, CFO says

People outside the reactor pharma unit of pharmaceutical company Escientia where a fire broke out following an explosion, in Anakapalle, Andhra Pradesh, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. (PTI)
Published on Aug 22, 2024 04:25 pm IST

Chemical hair treatments: Types, trends and vital tips for healthy, stylish hair

Chemical hair treatments: Types, trends and vital tips for maintaining healthy, stylish locks
Published on Aug 08, 2024 08:13 pm IST

Ambala: Woman partially blinded as man throws chemical

A woman partially lost her vision after an unknown bike-borne man allegedly threw some chemical on her face, police said on Wednesday. (Representational image)
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 08:30 am IST

NASA’s PACE satellite will tackle the largest uncertainty in climate science

Climate scientists hope that NASA’s new satellite, PACE (for “Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem”), which was launched into Earth orbit on February 8th, will reduce those uncertainties around aerosols
Published on May 25, 2024 08:30 am IST

Cancer-causing chemicals detected in 99% of cars' cabin air: Study

Cancer-causing chemicals detected in 99% of cars' cabin air: Study
Published on May 08, 2024 03:48 pm IST

India spice maker Everest says products safe after health concerns

Everest's spice blends are very popular among Indians who live outside the country as well
Updated on Apr 24, 2024 01:18 pm IST

What we know about how 'forever chemicals' affect health

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals that were first developed in the 1940s to withstand intense heat and repel water and grease.
Published on Apr 17, 2024 05:02 pm IST

Common household chemicals could harm brain cell development, finds new study

The study noted that exposure to environmental chemicals can hinder neurodevelopment.
Published on Apr 02, 2024 12:49 pm IST

Exposure to household chemicals may reduce odds of getting pregnant: Study

Exposure to household chemicals may reduce odds of getting pregnant: Study
Published on Dec 21, 2023 01:14 pm IST

Watch out for these complications when opting for chemical peels skin treatment

Anti-ageing precautions: Watch out for these complications when opting for chemical peels skin treatment
Published on Nov 30, 2023 07:28 pm IST

‘Risk of nuclear weapon use’: Russian top security official warns US, allies

Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Nikolai Patrushev speaks.
Updated on Nov 08, 2023 12:54 pm IST

Say ‘goodbye’ to grey hair with natural henna or mehendi over chemical dyes

Mehendi hair dyeing tips: Say ‘goodbye’ to grey hair with natural henna over chemical dyes
Published on Aug 12, 2023 01:49 pm IST

4 dead, three injured as chemical-laden tanker explodes on Pune-Mumbai Expressway

Four people were killed and three injured when a chemical-laden tanker caught fire following an accident and exploded on Pune-Mumbai Expressway near Khandala exit on Tuesday (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 13, 2023 09:54 pm IST

Chemical exposure significantly increases the risk of Parkinson's disease: Study

Prolonged exposure to TCE, a liquid chemical persisting in the environment, could potentially elevate the risk of Parkinson's disease.
Published on May 19, 2023 06:07 pm IST