Crucible — Ambition. Progress. People. https://crucibleapp.in/ 2026-10-29T10:36:49.298Z Crucible Independent reporting on Indian startups, founders, funding, and the technology ecosystem. NIT Rourkela scientists develop lead-free light-emitting materials for safer lighting and security applications https://crucibleapp.in/stories/nit-rourkela-scientists-develop-lead-free-light-emitting-materials-for-safer-lighting-and-security-applications 2026-10-29T10:34:34.979Z 2026-10-29T10:29:00.000Z Naveen Kumar Scientists at NIT Rourkela have developed a lead-free light-emitting material that could offer a safer, more environmentally friendly alternative for future lighting and display technologies.