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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.

Venezuela detains four US citizens in alleged plot against Maduro

October 13, 2024

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: In an alleged assassination bid, the Venezuelan authorities have detained at least four US citizens, along...

The researchers from University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) Health Sciences aimed to research which factors in this subset of children indicated the need of a genetic test.

Motor delay, low muscle tone signs for genetic testing in kids

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Motor delay and low muscle tone are common signs of an underlying genetic diagnosis in children...

Aviation giant Boeing is laying off nearly 10 per cent of its workforce, around 17,000 jobs, as it makes structural changes to stay competitive.

Aviation giant Boeing to cut 10 pc of its workforce amid rough path ahead

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Aviation giant Boeing is laying off nearly 10 per cent of its workforce, around 17,000 jobs,...

The initiative is expected to create significant opportunities for students, providing them with the necessary skills and job placements to succeed in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Centre of Excellence in AI, robotics to come up in Maharashtra

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: The Government on October 12 announced that it will establish cutting-edge education hubs in Maharashtra, including...

India's foreign exchange (Forex) reserves stood above $700 billion for the second-consecutive week, data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) showed on October 11.

India’s foreign exchange reserves stay above $700 billion

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: India's foreign exchange (Forex) reserves stood above $700 billion for the second-consecutive week, data from the...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Thailand counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit in Vientiane on October 11 and made their first meeting counterpart memorable by handing over a special gift - a wooden table from Ladakh.

PM Modi meets Thai PM Shinawatra on sidelines of East Asia Summit

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Thailand counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on the sidelines of the East...

As Indians across the nation and the world celebrate Dussehra and Durga Puja on October 12, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended their warm wishes on the festivals that signify the victory of good over evil.

President Murmu, PM Modi extend Dussehra, Durga Puja greetings

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: As Indians across the nation and the world celebrate Dussehra and Durga Puja on October 12,...

National Stock Exchange (NSE) on October 11 announced that weekly index derivatives contracts on Bank Nifty, Nifty Midcap Select, and Nifty Financial Services will be discontinued effective from November 13, November 18 and November 19, respectively.

NSE to discontinue three weekly options contracts including Bank Nifty

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: National Stock Exchange (NSE) on October 11 announced that weekly index derivatives contracts on Bank Nifty,...

As Indian stock markets continue to outperform its global peers, the number of demat accounts increased to 175 million in the month of September, from 171 million in August, a report showed on October 11.

Demat accounts surge to 175 million in India

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: As Indian stock markets continue to outperform its global peers, the number of demat accounts increased...

Vaccines are key to preventing infection and thus reducing the use of antibiotics, supporting worldwide efforts to tackle rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR),

WHO report shows vaccines can reduce antibiotic use, fight resistance