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Navy Chief embarks on 4-day Mauritius trip

‘Ge-M rewrites rules of public procurement’

US increases $4,000 H-1B extension fee

Domestic equity investments cross Rs 5 lakh cr mark

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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.

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MEA summons Ukrainian Ambassador over death of Indian seafarer

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