Doctor warns ‘always check your dates’ before eating as he reacts to video showing mould: Here’s why | Health

Do you check your dates before eating them? While dates are a popular choice, whether as a quick snack or a sweet salad topping, they can sometimes harbour hidden mould that often goes unnoticed. Cutting them open before eating increases the chances of spotting any fungal contamination and avoiding potential health risks. Also read | […]

Net direct tax collections dip 1.39% to Rs 4.59 lakh crore despite 5% rise in gross mop-up; refunds surge 58% – Here’s why

Representative image (Picture credit: ANI) India’s net direct tax collections for the ongoing financial year 2025-26 declined by 1.39 per cent to Rs 4.59 lakh crore as of June 19, mainly due to a sharp surge in refund issuances, according to government data released on Saturday. In the same period last year, net direct tax […]

Iran-Israel war: Exporters push for urgent shift to Chabahar port as conflict threatens trade routes – Here’s what you need to know

This is an AI-generated image, used for representational purposes only. Amid the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, Indian exporters have suggested shifting cargo operations from Iran’s Bandar Abbas port to the India-managed Chabahar port, citing fears of a wider regional disruption that could severely impact trade with Afghanistan, Central Asia, and Russia.According to the news agency PTI, […]

Fear looms: Will Donald Trump name US Fed chair Powell’s successor soon? Here’s why markets are wary of ‘shadow chair’ signal

US President Donald Trump has said he will soon announce a successor to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, nearly a year before Powell’s term ends in May 2026 — a move investors warn could destabilise markets if it raises questions about Fed independence.Trump, who reappointed Powell in 2018, has repeatedly criticised the central bank for […]

This is the world’s worst city to live in 2025; here’s where Karachi and Dhaka stand in Global Liveability Index | Travel

The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) released its annual 2025 Global Liveability Index on June 16. This year, the Danish capital, Copenhagen, claimed the top spot, ending Vienna’s three-year dominance. The city achieved perfect scores of 100 for stability, education and infrastructure, moving up from second place to become the world’s most comfortable city to live […]

Siemens Energy India listing: Stock surges 5%, hits upper circuit; here’s what brokerages recommend

Siemens Energy India listing: Market experts anticipate potential gains of up to 30% in the stock value, with price targets reaching Rs 3,700. (AI image) Siemens Energy India share price: The stock of Siemens Energy India, which demerged from Siemens Ltd, reached its upper limit of Rs 2,992.45 on the BSE during early trading on […]

Is jaggery better than sugar? Health coach decodes truth: Here’s what you need to know about the ‘healthier’ alternative | Health

If you’re trying to lose weight or eat right, limiting refined white sugar is a step in the right direction: half a cup contains around 385 calories and 100 grams of sugar, as per Medical News Today. Yet, sugar is essential for many of us — whether for our morning coffee or for dessert. Thankfully, […]