News

India accelerates fight against TB, deaths drop 38pc

November 14, 2026

Modi heads to Manila for key ASEAN, East Asia summits

November 13, 2026

India, South Africa discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation

November 12, 2026

Srikanth beats World No. 8 Naraoka in Japan Masters

November 12, 2026

News

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.

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

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Vaccines are key to preventing infection and thus reducing the use of antibiotics, supporting worldwide efforts...

The decision to appoint Noel Tata as chairman was keeping in mind Ratan Tata’s approach of 'moving on

Noel Tata appointed Chairman of Tata Trusts

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Noel Tata was on August 11 unanimously appointed as Chairman of Tata Group's philanthropic arm Tata...

Exports of pharmaceutical and meditech sectors in India are expected to continue to grow despite global slowdown concerns, according to Arunish Chawla, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals.

India’s pharma, meditech exports rise to 4th largest in FY25

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Exports of pharmaceutical and meditech sectors in India are expected to continue to grow despite global...

Deepening further the close partnership between two countries, India and Laos signed seven agreements

PM Modi leads India’s efforts to preserve age-old civilisational connect with Laos

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Deepening further the close partnership between two countries, India and Laos signed seven agreements, including on...

Sensex, Nifty open slightly lower, Bharti Airtel and Bajaj Finance top losers

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: Indian equity indices opened lower on October 11 following weak cues from the US markets. At...

Study warns patients not to rely on AI chatbots for drug information

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered search engines and chatbots may not always provide accurate and safe information...

Venezuela hold Argentina in World Cup qualifier

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: Salomon Rondon struck a second-half equaliser as Venezuela salvaged a 1-1 home draw with Argentina in...

Oxford University Press launches trilingual Sanskrit-Hindi-English dictionary