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Maharashtra clears regulatory framework for private universities

SEBI curbs retail F&O losses by 18 pc in FY26

Govt approves to introduce polymer banknotes for field trials

Fitch affirms India’s BBB rating with stable outlook

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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.

India moving towards an AI-ready digital future

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: India is shifting from foundational digitisation toward more integrated, accessible and AI‑ready citizen services, with a...

Kavach 5.0 to Enable More Trains With Safer Operations

Rs 206 cr Kavach safety approved for Northern Railway

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: The Indian Railways has approved a Rs 206 crore investment for the provision of the Kavach...

SIP inflows hit three-month high in June

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: Mutual fund systematic investment plan (SIP) inflows touched a three-month high of Rs 31,781 crore in...

PM Modi Calls New Zealand Visit Historic After Arrival

PM Modi calls his New Zealand visit ‘historic’

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called his visit to New Zealand historic shortly after arriving in...

Sensex Ends 828 Higher as an IT and Bank Rally Lifts the Market

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI:Indian shares closed firmly higher on Friday, with the Sensex finishing up 828 points, or 1.08%, at...

India's Chip Moment: From Assembly Floor to the Frontier of Fabrication

Four Plants This Year: India’s Chip Roadmap Moves From Blueprint to Buildings

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: India expects four semiconductor plants to be ready this year, with two more in 2027, on...

‘The Last 1%’: India and the US Near an Interim Deal Before July 24

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI:With Washington's temporary 10% tariff due to lapse on July 24, India and the United States are...

Five Days to Duty-Free: The India–UK Pact — and a Social-Security Deal — Go Live Tuesday

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI:On July 15 the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement takes effect, opening duty-free access for close...

18 Outcomes and a Uranium Deal: The Melbourne Summit Widens the Partnership

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI:Before landing in New Zealand, Prime Minister Modi wrapped the third India–Australia Annual Leaders' Summit in Melbourne,...

India to Host BRICS Summit 2026 with Global South Focus

In Auckland, Modi Closes an Indo-Pacific Tour Built to Turn Pacts Into Projects