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NH3 plasma-etching-derived porous N-doped carbon nanotubes with FeP nanoparticles and intrinsic carbon defects for boosting oxygen reduction in rechargeable Zn–air batteries

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00182F, Research Article
Bing Chen, Minjie Zhou, Na Zhang, Xianglin Deng, HaiHua Yang
The formation of intrinsic carbon defects and phase engineered FeP nanoparticles regulated by NH3 plasma etching significantly enhanced the oxygen reduction reaction performance of N-doped carbon nanotubes.
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Selective syntheses of homoleptic Ir(III) complexes bearing di-CF3-functionalized benzoimidazol-2-ylidenes for generation of blue phosphorescence

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, 11,2413-2426
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00454J, Research Article
Open Access
Jie Yan, Yi Pan, I-Che Peng, Wen-Yi Hung, Bingjie Hu, Guowei Ni, Shek-Man Yiu, Yun Chi, Kai Chung Lau
Di-CF3-functionalized benzo[d]imidazol-3-ium pro-chelates were employed in the selective syntheses of fac-coordinated Ir(III) carbene emitters for efficient blue electroluminescence and hyperphosphorescence.
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N-heterocyclic carbene-stabilized Cu9 clusters with combined thermally activated delayed fluorescence and phosphorescence

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, 11,2498-2507
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00160E, Research Article
Lin-Mei Zhang, Mo Xie, Hui-Zhi Wei, Shang-Fu Yuan, Dong-Sheng Li, Tao Wu
Two NHC-stabilized Cu9 clusters showcase both TADF and direct phosphorescence in thermal equilibrium. The combined harvesting mechanism arises from the simultaneous presence of a small ΔE(S1 − T1) gap and relatively strong spin–orbit coupling.
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Stable Calcium Ellagate Metal-Organic Framework as High Performance Green Memorizer Bearing High Working Temperature

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00038B, Research Article
Ting-Bo Liu, Jing-Wen Deng, Li Yi, Hai-Ying Fu, Liang-Wen Shi, Shi-Ying Lin, Yue Liu, Hao-Hong Li, Jing-Bo Liu, Jian-Zhi Liu
The development of green memorizers with distinct mechanism is significant. In this work, renewable polyphenol ellagic acid (EA) and environmentally friendly calcium were used to construct a unique 3D interpenetrated...
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Anisotropic ZSM-5 nanorod assemblies: facile synthesis, epitaxial growth, and strikingly enhanced stability in benzene alkylation

Inorg. Chem. Front., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4QI00287C, Research Article
Peng Zhu, Yiren Yu, Guoshu Gao, Yumeng Zhao, Yuting Jiao, Haiou Liu, Guodong Liu, Xiongfu Zhang, Guohui Yang
A novel bundle-like ZSM-5 nanorod assembly was facilely synthesized by adopting a CTAB-aided seed-induced strategy for highly efficient alkylation of benzene with ethanol.
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Optimism in global commodities market over Chinese measures may be short-lived, say analysts

Subdued demand, struggling property sector may exert downward pressure on metals




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India’s rice procurement drops by a half during October 1-15

Purchases for buffer stocks hit by storage and other issues in Punjab and Haryana




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Natural gas: Futures in bear grip

Traders can consider going short 




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Nickel prices likely to be under pressure on market surplus

Analysts peg its average price for 2024 at around $17,000/tonne




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Global steel output down 4.7% in September

India’s production decreased by a tad y-o-y




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SEA asks members not to increase prices of old stock of edible oil

Solvent extractors seek Centre’s help to export oilmeals




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Board to convene consumers meeting next week over falling natural rubber prices

Rubber Board officials said prices exceeded Rs₹200 on June 11 but plummeted 24 per cent to ₹187 per kg by October 21. The Board may ask consumers to proactively purchase in the domestic market




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CCI begins purchase of cotton for 2024-25 season at MSP from Telangana

The Centre has declared an MSP of Rs ₹7,121 per quintal for the medium staple and Rs ₹7,521 per quintal for the longer variety for the 2024-25 cropping season, an increase of around 7 per cent over previous year




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Manufacturing method of lab grown diamonds should be declared before export and import: CBIC

The new norms, which will help in quick processing and inspection of consignments, are to be effective from December 1




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Down the AI rabbit hole, strewn with health benefits and ethical pitfalls 

Regulatory frameworks covering AI need fine-tuning to harness its potential without halting growth 




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A pitch to walk the fine line between innovation and access

 Ahead of USTR’s Special 301 report, India campaigns for flexibilities in international trade laws




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More than just a number: A call to improve adverse event reporting

Heal the hurt: Redressal and support are critical to keep the faith in the system from breaking down




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Rubber Board urges tyre makers to continue procuring rubber in domestic market

Mutual support of all stakeholders crucial in the value chain for sustainable market, says Board’s ED




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Fertilizer subsidy payout declines in April-September

Global price drop led to 38% dip in nutrient-based fertilizer subsidy payout, impacting domestic fertilizer sales




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Big boost to rice procurement in second fortnight of October, Central purchase reaches 84 lakh tonnes

The purchases were 48 per cent lower at 20.7 lt in until October 15, whereas in the second fortnight over 63 lt rice was procured by the Centre




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India’s night temperature rise in October breaks all time record, November may be ‘above normal’

October was the warmest pan-India basis since 1901, with the mean temperature recording 1.23 degree Celsius above normal




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Mandi prices indicate higher production in soyabean, groundnut

Production of rice, maize, bajra, ragi may be around last year’s levels




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World experienced its second-warmest October last month, says European weather agency

2024 “certain” to be the warmest year on record, says Copernicus Climate Change Service 




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Urad imports from Brazil increase to 22,000 tonnes till October

Australia’s chana production in current year is estimated at about 13.3 lakh tonnes (lt) against 4.9 lt in 2023, basically for export to India




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Hyderabad to host international poultry expo from November 27

A technical seminar with the theme ‘Unlocking Poultry Potential’ will be held on November 26




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Best Agrolife gets approval for patented herbicide ‘Shot Down’ and insecticide ‘Bestman’

These products are slated for launch in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year.




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India’s September tea output a tad lower at 164.62 million kg

Output drop witnessed in North and South India




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Chana prices crash as imports from Australia begin and sowing starts

Huge imports of yellow peas also weigh on prices




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Two-day NAARM meet on sustainable agri start-ups from November 12

A-Idea is a technology business incubator promoted by the NAARM




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Gujarat launches procurement of soyabean, urad & moong from farmers

Under the Price Support Scheme (PSS), purchases will be conducted over 90 days from 3.7 lakh farmers who have registered for this scheme




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Indian crop input firms upbeat on rabi season prospects on higher reservoir levels, soil moisture

Sector witnessing good demand for commodity and speciality fertilizers




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Bomb threat: Hyderabad-Chandigarh flight being checked

A series of bomb threats have been received by various airlines on domestic and international routes. Most threats were received through social media and most of them turned out to be hoaxes




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Kadalai Mittai town of Kovilpatti in Tamil Nadu could become a pilot training hub

A consultant is to be appointed soon to redevelop the unused airstrip that belongs to Lakshmi Mills. The project could revive the FTO in Tamil Nadu




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Delhi Police registers eight FIRs over bomb threats to more than 90 flights; probe on

The affected flights include services from Akasa, Air India, IndiGo and Vistara, operating from Delhi to various domestic and international destinations, they said, adding the investigation is underway




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Vande Bharat sleeper train set ready for testing by November 15

ICF is working on hydrogen-powered trains and prototypes for freight transport to enhance e-commerce deliveries




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InterGlobe Aviation likely to slip into red on higher costs, weak rupee

Emkay Global Research estimates InterGlobe Aviation’s second quarter loss at ₹780 crore largely driven by foreign exchange loss




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InterGlobe Aviation slips into red

Posts ₹986 crore loss in Q2 on higher costs




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Kandla Port plans new container terminal and multipurpose berth with ₹27,000 crore investment

Positioned strategically between Tuna Tekra and the entry point of Kandla, the proposed site could help vessels avoid an 11-kilometer trek through the creek, providing cost advantages




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Diwali, rising disposable income lifts jet fuel consumption in October to second highest on record

Diesel and petrol consumption rise during the month




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Mangaluru International Airport records highest-ever passenger and air traffic movements in October 2024

The airport logged 1,538 air traffic movements, significantly up from 1,433 in September 2024




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Uber liable for GST as e-commerce operator, rules Karnataka AAR

This applies even when Uber only connects drivers and passengers via its app, with drivers receiving payment directly




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Armed forces move to scrap mobility contract, Uber says “ready to discuss our data-security practices”

Concerns about data security practices prompt the move




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Truck rentals ease in October after seasonal surge

Commercial tractor sales grew by 39% month-on-month, while agricultural trailer sales rose by 67%




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India could benefit from re-orientation of global supply chain away from China after Trump's victory: Report

The report highlighted the Trump’s plans include imposing a 60 per cent tariff on imports from China, as well as additional tariffs ranging from 10 per cent to 20 per cent on imports from other countries




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Kandla to become 390 MTPA capacity-port by 2030: Deendayal Port Authority chairman

Kandla port is looking to offer three oil jetties and a couple of cargo jetties to private players under the PPP mode




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Vistara to make last flight today before Air India merger, netizens pour in feelings

Vistara, a joint venture between Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, will fully merge with Air India, also owned by Tata Group




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Seaplane service between Kochi and Idukki takes off

The service is be operated by a Switzerland-based private company and SpiceJet




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Zoho building 250-bed hospital in Kattankulathur near Chennai

₹70-crore facility to use a variety of tech tools for modern healthcare provision




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Ambuja Cement to commission ₹2,350-cr greenfield plant in September quarter

Rajasthan plant to enhance clinker capacity by 3 mtpa




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Infosys beats market estimates; profit up 12%, raises guidance

It raised guidance to 19.5-20 per cent growth compared to the 16.5-17.5 per cent growth it had indicated earlier