Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the media before the Monsoon Session, emphasizing Indian youth's aspirations and national achievements like Skyroot's rocket launch. He urged the opposition to use logic in Parliament, while also taking a veiled swipe at Rahul Gandhi amid protests over issues like the NEET-UG paper leak.
Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Fudan University developed a hydrogenolysis method for polyolefins, which constitute over 60% of plastic waste, to convert them into C8-C16 hydrocarbons for aviation fuel under mild conditions, addressing environmental concerns.
Indian Railways has approved its first hydrogen fuel cell train, a 10-coach set designed and built in India. Expected to be flagged off by PM Modi on July 17, it will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana at 75 kmph.
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Airbus and MTU Aero Engines are forming a joint venture to develop hydrogen fuel cell propulsion systems for future aircraft, aiming to bring the technology from research to market by 2027. This collaboration seeks to create a European leader in next-generation aviation technologies.
Hyundai Motor Group has completed South Korea's first resource-circulating clean hydrogen production facility, HTWO Energy, in Cheongju. The facility uses biogas from sewage sludge to produce about 500 kg of hydrogen daily, with plans to expand to 2 tons by 2030.
Scientists at NTU in Singapore developed a process converting discarded shrimp shells into carbon-negative hydrogen fuel, aquaculture protein, and calcium carbonate. This lab-scale technology aims to reduce waste and offer cleaner alternatives to fossil-based energy and industrial materials, though commercial scaling faces efficiency and economic hurdles.
Scientists in Singapore have developed a process to convert shrimp shells and other organic waste into hydrogen fuel, protein for aquaculture feed, and calcium carbonate for construction. The technology, developed at Nanyang Technological University, aims to be carbon-negative by removing more CO2 than it produces, offering a dual solution for waste reduction and cleaner energy.
India will launch its first hydrogen-powered train from Jind, Haryana, on July 17, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to inaugurate the service. The train will operate commercially on the Jind–Sonipat route, running two round trips daily and emitting only water vapor.
Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri addressed concerns about ethanol-blended fuel, calling them a "misinterpretation" and stating that automobile manufacturers report no issues with E20 petrol. Meanwhile, minister Nitin Gadkari promoted hydrogen-powered mobility, highlighting his personal use of hydrogen vehicles and upcoming hydrogen trucks and buses.
La Carinzia introduce una flotta di bus a idrogeno verde, parte del progetto DeCarB e dell'ampio programma Hydrogen Valley. L'iniziativa integra produzione, distribuzione e utilizzo dell'idrogeno, puntando a posizionare la regione come hub europeo per la transizione energetica e creando nuovi posti di lavoro.
Delhi's new Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 includes provisions for hydrogen fuel-based vehicles within four years. The Delhi Transport Corporation will introduce two hydrogen-powered buses in collaboration with NTPC, aiming to reduce vehicular emissions.
India has launched a pilot plant producing 'pink hydrogen' using heat from a nuclear reactor via the copper-chlorine thermochemical cycle, offering a continuous, carbon-free alternative to grid electricity-powered electrolysis and natural gas reforming for heavy industry.
Wimbledon has introduced a new high-tech recovery suite, featuring devices like the Ammortal Chamber, to help players such as Tommy Paul and Jenson Brooksby enhance performance and extend careers, reflecting a growing trend in sports science and athlete welfare.
Cummins India is accelerating investments in battery-electric, fuel blending, and hydrogen technologies to ensure growth beyond 2030 and address intensifying Chinese competition. The company is also strengthening supply chains against geopolitical risks and eyeing opportunities in India's data center sector.
Russia's Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilyov announced plans to boost energy resource supplies and expand exports of its technologies and production solutions to BRICS countries, emphasizing cooperation for stable energy access amid geopolitical instability.
Pool expert Steve Goodale discusses the issues plaguing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, including algae blooms and peeling lining. He notes a lack of information hinders definitive diagnosis but highlights potential causes like installation issues and water chemistry.
Hindustan Zinc is partnering with Advantek Associates and Aero Eagle Automobiles to evaluate green hydrogen and alternative clean-energy solutions for its operations, aiming to pioneer its use in underground mining and reduce carbon emissions.
The Trump administration is using hydrogen peroxide and tiny bubbles to combat algae growth in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This comes after President Trump alleged vandalism, including a 250-foot gash and corrosive chemicals, though an Olympic cyclist was arrested for a misdemeanor charge related to a detached liner.
Record-high amounts of smelly sargassum seaweed are covering Florida's beaches, with researchers warning Louisiana and Texas could be next. The bloom, driven by ocean currents and nutrients, emits a rotten egg smell and can cause skin rashes and respiratory irritation.
A San Martino di Trecate (NO) è nato il nuovo impianto di idrogeno verde nella raffineria Sarpom, parte della Hydrogen Valley del Nord-Ovest. Finanziato da MASE e Regione Piemonte, servirà a decarbonizzare la raffineria e rifornire due aree di servizio in Piemonte e Lombardia.
Venerdì 19 giugno inaugura a San Martino di Trecate (Novara) un nuovo impianto di produzione di idrogeno verde. L'impianto, realizzato con fondi Pnrr, servirà a decarbonizzare i processi industriali e a rifornire due aree di servizio per il trasporto stradale.
Hyundai Motor Group will implement a clean hydrogen energy system at South Korea's Antarctic research station, reducing reliance on diesel generators. The system converts surplus solar energy into hydrogen, which is then used to produce electricity via fuel cells when solar power is limited.
El Niño has arrived, promising a wet winter in the Southwest and fewer Atlantic hurricanes. However, a potential super El Niño could significantly alter global weather patterns, with implications for disaster preparedness and climate change adaptation.
