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The news weekly gives sustained coverage to the ideas, policies, programmes and activities that deal with the improvement of the life of people: COVID-19 pandemic: The pandemic continues to impact countries around the world, with some regions experiencing spikes in cases and others struggling with vaccine distribution. Israel-Palestine conflict: Tensions have escalated in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, with both sides exchanging rocket fire and violent clashes. Myanmar military coup: The military coup in Myanmar in February 2021 has led to ongoing protests and violence, as citizens continue to demand a return to democracy. Climate change: Climate change continues to be a major issue, with global warming and extreme weather events affecting communities worldwide. Cyberattacks: Recent cyberattacks have targeted major companies and institutions, highlighting the increasing threat of online security breaches. The G20's decisions can have a significant impact on the global economy, as its members represent around 80% of the world's GDP and two-thirds of its population.

Agartala-Gangasagar rail link to be completed by Sept

May 27, 2023

AGARTALA: The 15 km rail link connecting Agartala with Gangasagar in Brahmanbaria district Bangladesh will be completed by September, according...

PSLV C55 carrying two Singapore satellites blasts off

SRIHARIKOTA (ANDHRA PRADESH): ISRO's PSLV C55 rocket carrying two Singapore satellites lifted off from the spaceport here on April 22....

Govt wants gig workers to get social security benefits

NEW DELHI: The government is nudging platforms, such as Ola, Uber, Zomato, Swiggy and Urban Company, to provide some social...

Centre asks states to mount vigil as Covid cases rise

NEW DELHI: Amid rising cases of Covid, the Centre has asked eight states including Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra...

Substantial disinflation achieved, says RBI Bulletin

MUMBAI: Monetary policy is at work. Substantial disinflation has been achieved, but the road to be travelled stretches ahead till...

SC grants bail to eight in Godhra case

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has granted bail to eight people sentenced to life imprisonment in the 2002 Godhra train...

GST Network improved over last 5 years: EAC-PM report

NEW DELHI: A report by the Economic Advisory Council to the PM (EAC-PM) has said that performance of the GST...

Govt launches fifth round of regional air connectivity scheme

NEW DELHI: The Government has launched the fifth round of the regional air connectivity scheme to further enhance the connectivity...

India committed to furthering sustainable development: PM Modi

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on the occasion of Earth Day on April 22 that India is committed...

Mother Teresa ‘returns’ to Kolkata as Swiss-Indian film explores saint’s self doubts