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November 15, 2025, 05:14 PM - 4 min read
Dimethoate is a pesticide that has been used in Australia since 1956. It belongs to a class of pesticides that inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. This prevents the breakdown of a key neurotransmitter (chemical messenger) and so paralyses an insect’s nervous system, killing it.
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July 15, 2025, 02:49 PM - 6 min read
Waterways worldwide have been polluted by pesticides. Understanding the subtle effects of these chemicals on fish behaviour can help guide better policy and regulation.
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October 7, 2024, 03:27 PM - 2 min read
‘Aravana’, a sacred offering made of rice and jaggery, is an essential prasad at the temple and a significant revenue source.
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May 5, 2024, 01:50 PM - 2 min read
These recommendations, the Ministry stressed, are formulated with meticulous consideration of dietary habits and health concerns across all demographic segments.
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