Donald Trump tariffs: Container freight rates likely to remain subdued amid uncertainty; expected to correct 10–15%

Container freight rates are expected to remain subdued for the rest of FY26 as uncertainty in global trade continues, driven by US President Donald Trump’s unpredictable tariff policies, industry experts said. According to ET, exporters rushed shipments to the US ahead of the August 27 deadline for a steep 50% tariff on Indian goods, targeting…

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Slower tax refunds after ITR filing? Income Tax Department detects false exemption claims of Rs 700 crore; majority under old regime

ITR filing FY 2024-25: The tax authorities have identified many instances of false exemption claims submitted by taxpayers. (AI image) ITR filing FY 2024-25: The Income Tax Department is cracking down on false tax exemptions being claimed by people in their Income Tax Returns. Most of these exemptions, under the old income tax regime, are…

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Eating dry fruits during pregnancy can lower children’s allergy risk after birth: Research |

What an expecting mother eats during pregnancy does more than provide energy and nourishment for her body—it can leave a lasting impact on her baby’s long-term health. Nutrition has always been central to a healthy pregnancy, but new research highlights that certain food choices may play a preventive role against childhood diseases. A peer-reviewed study…

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PSB credit growth: Public lenders outpace private peers for first time since 2010; asset quality gap narrows

Public sector banks (PSBs) have registered their strongest advance growth since 2010, surpassing private lenders for the first time in over a decade. According to a Systematix Group report cited by news agency ANI, PSBs reported 12.2% year-on-year growth in advances in FY25, compared to 9.5% by private sector banks (PVBs).The report noted that PSBs…

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