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ITR refunds: Delays in receiving income tax refunds this year are largely tied to filing errors, system checks for high-value claims and incomplete verification by taxpayers, according to an ET report. While small refunds have been processed for most filers, many taxpayers are still waiting because their returns have been flagged for additional review, or…
Many daily habits, though frequently ignored, play a crucial role in shaping brain health, influencing everything from concentration to emotional balance. Specialists suggest that small, habitual adjustments can yield significant improvements. Small daily habits can shape how the brain works, and many of them slip under the radar. Some actions seem harmless but slowly dull…
An acne drug, clascoterone, has demonstrated remarkable results in treating male pattern baldness. In two large Phase III trials involving 1,500 men, participants using the topical solution experienced significant hair growth improvements. If approved by the FDA, clascoterone would represent the first new treatment for this common condition in three decades. Male pattern baldness, also…
Many health conditions that appear in adulthood can sometimes be traced back to infections acquired early in life. One example gaining scientific attention is the BK virus, a common childhood infection that typically causes mild, flu-like symptoms before becoming permanently dormant in the urinary tract.Research published in Science Advances by Dr Simon Baker and colleagues…
Microsoft shareholders gave the thumbs up to CEO Satya Nadella’s hefty 22% pay raise, even though Norway’s massive $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund wasn’t on board. This fund, which also questioned Elon Musk’s pay, voiced worries about how executives are compensated, their locked-in stock, and the risks tied to key individuals. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s…
BENGALURU: Builders must insure common areas or risk footing the bill for disaster repairs – that is the message from Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera).In a recent order, the authority directed the developers of an apartment complex on Kanakapura Road to furnish all insurance documents for the project within 30 days, while partly allowing…
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals has voluntarily recalled over 11,100 bottles of its Ziac (bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide) tablets due to potential cross-contamination with ezetimibe, a cholesterol-lowering drug. The FDA classified this as a Class III recall, meaning it’s not likely to cause adverse health consequences. Patients with recalled medication should contact their pharmacist and prescriber. Thousands of…
Have you ever experienced brain fog, unusual tiredness, or a tingling sensation in your hands and feet? Well, turns out you might be deficient in one key vitamin, that even you are not aware of. Dr Sudhir Kumar, a top neurologist from Hyderabad, recently took to his X handle to talk more about this deficiency,…
Insulin resistance happens when your body’s cells stop responding well to insulin, the hormone that controls blood sugar. The condition leads to elevated blood sugar levels, fatigue, abdominal weight gain and it raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Lovneet Batra, Nutritionist, reveals the common mistakes we make that increase our…
Advances in modern cancer care have introduced powerful therapies that significantly improve survival. However, these treatments can also affect the skin, scalp and nails. These effects are commonly known as treatment-related side effects or adverse reactions. Studies show that nearly two out of three people receiving cancer therapy experience noticeable skin changes, many of which…
