India’s quick commerce sector made two-thirds of all 2024 e-retail orders, report says
INDIA-QUICK-COMMERCE-India’s quick commerce sector made two-thirds of all 2024 e-retail orders, report says
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India’s mental health insurance gap: Less than 1% of health claims pertain to mental wellbeing
India’s insurance sector struggles to provide adequate mental health coverage despite a 2018 mandate. Less than 1% of health insurance claims are for mental health, with high treatment costs and workplace stigma being major deterrents. Most plans exclude outpatient therapy…
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Trump places 25% tariff on imported autos, expecting to raise $100 billion in tax revenues
President Donald Trump announced the implementation of 25% tariffs on auto imports, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing. The tariffs are expected to raise $100 billion annually but may increase vehicle prices and restrict consumer choices. Foreign leaders criticized the move,…
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Despite geo-political uncertainties, India’s exports set to cross $800 billion
Despite global uncertainties, India’s exports are set to surge, said Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Santosh Kumar Sarangi, adding that exporters should tread the path pragmatically and wisely to navigate the current global trade contours.
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Nestle India gets tax penalty of Rs 69.45 lakh
Nestle India has been fined Rs 69.45 lakh by the Commissioner of Customs (Appeals) in Mumbai over a customs duty dispute. The company intends to challenge the decision, but the penalty is not expected to significantly affect its financials or…
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RBI should include infrastructure loans in Priority Sector Lending category: SBI Report
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) should include loans given to infrastructure projects–such as roads, ports, railways, airports, highways, and the energy sector–under priority sector lending (PSL) or exempt them from the calculation of Adjusted Net Bank Credit (ANBC) for…
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