The Truth About Bioplastics and Greenwashing Claims
It’s hard to ignore the global conversation around bioplastics right now. Across boardrooms and government meetings, these are pitched as the future of packaging, shopping bags, and even car parts. And there’s a good reason
The Need For A Bioplastic Policy in India
I bumped into a surprising analysis last week. India has banned many categories of single-use plastic items in 2022. But it currently imports more than 80% of its bioplastic raw material requirements. That’s a huge
Single-Use Plastic Ban in USA: 2026 Update
Nearly every American uses single-use plastics daily without a second thought. From the morning coffee run to one’s snack before heading home, disposable plastic is there close by, and soon enough it goes into the
From IT to Atoms: Ukhi Founder Shares Entrepreneurial Journey with India’s New MSME Officers
It was a distinct honor for the founder of Ukhi to be invited by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) as a Guest Speaker. He addressed the newly inducted officers of the
Bioplastics 101: What Are Bioplastics and How Are They Made?
Before I talk of bioplastics, a word on plastics. Every year we produce 450 million tons. This number was just 2 million tons, in the 1950s. Source Plastic became popular because it is cheap, convenient,
Plastic Waste Management: Latest Rules in India (2025/2026)
If you buy anything in plastic today, there’s a good chance you’ll spot a new detail—a small QR code or barcode right on the wrapper. Since July 2025, this simple mark a requirement under India’s
New Plastic Packaging Laws in USA: What You Need to Know
Every week, the average American is connected to about 18 pounds of packaging. That’s a staggering amount when you multiply it across the whole country. But the real issue is that for every 8 pieces
Plastic Waste Management: Latest Rules in USA (2025)
Plastic waste management rules in the USA are increasing and they must, because the scale of the problem is enormous. The United States already generates more plastic waste than any other country. That number is
5 Countries With the Strongest Plastic Waste Laws
Plastic pollution is no longer a distant problem. It is a crisis visible where we live and in the rivers and oceans that sustain us. It is estimated that 400 million tons of plastic are
PCTE Group of Institutes organised “Craftique 2025”, A Conclave & Handicraft Exhibition on Preserving Crafts and Promoting Sustainable Fashion
PCTE Group of Institutes Hosts “Craftique 2025”, A Conclave & Handicraft Exhibition on Preserving Crafts and Promoting Sustainable Fashion The event was enriched by eminent guest speakers. Neeraj Dhir, Co-Founder of A-Star Clothing, shared his
