KATHMANDU, Aug 14: A recent study has revealed that all Indian brands of salt and sugar, regardless of their size, packaging, or type, contain microplastics. The research, conducted by the environmental organization Toxics Link, tested a variety of salt and sugar samples purchased from online and local markets, including table salt, rock salt, sea salt, and different types of sugar.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that it is launching a review of the potential risks of plastic particles in drinking water.