Tag: cotton
India's Cotton Crop Estimates For 2019-20 Raised To 360 Bales
The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has increased its cotton crop estimate for 2019-20 to 360 bales of 170 kg each (equivalent to 382.50 lakh running bales of 160 kg each) compared to its previous estimate of 354.50 lakh bales of 170 kg each (equivalent to 376.65 lakh running bales of 160 kg each).....
Maha Polls: Volatility In Prices Of Onion, Garlic, Cotton And Soybean Dominate Campaign Rhetoric
As the campaign for the Maharashtra Assembly elections concludes today, the skyrocketing prices of onions and garlic, coupled with a significant drop in soybean and cotton prices below the Minimum Support Price (MSP), have become central issues in the electioneering.....
This Biomimetic Tree Can Generate Electricity
It is true that money does not grow on trees but electricity might someday, as scientists have developed a prototype biomimetic tree that mimics the branches and leaves of a cottonwood tree and generates electricity when its artificial leaves sway in the wind.....
Fun Events For All Ages At Food Festival
Food festivals are a perfect way for families and friends to spend the weekend together. An ongoing food fiesta here offers a similar experience with varied and delicious cuisines accompanied with great music and entertainment. ....
Coronavirus: Cotton, Silk Best Materials For Masks
To prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the researchers, including one of Indian-origin, have revealed that a combination of cotton with natural silk or chiffon can effectively filter out aerosol particles.....
Disposable Surgical Masks Best For Making Your Speech Heard
Disposable surgical masks offer the best option in ensuring that you are being heard clearly when speaking, says a study that tested how different types of masks affect the acoustics of speech. ....
How To Prevent Vaginal Infections During Monsoon Season?
Are you among those girls who want to enjoy the rain dance but are hesitant because you are more prone to vaginal infections due to the humidity of the rains? Well the good news is, Amodita Ahuja, Obstetrician and Gynecologist, shares few tips and tricks to follow that you might not have to miss that rain dance. ....
Tamil Nadu MPs To Meet Sitharaman Over Cotton Prices Issue, Textile Industry Awaits Outcome
A delegation of Tamil Nadu parliamentarians will meet Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Wednesday over the rising cotton and yarn prices. ....
