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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.

RBI wants fintechs to strictly follow customer verification guidelines

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) wants fintech startups to strictly follow the customer verification guidelines...

Tata Power lines up Rs 20,000 crore chest for new projects in 2024-25

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: Tata Power on July 17 announced plans to invest Rs 20,000 crore during 2024-25, a large...

India’s domestic air traffic registers 6 pc growth in June

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: India’s domestic air passenger traffic rose by 6 per cent to 1.32 crore in June this...

IMF raises India’s GDP growth forecast to 7% for 2024-25

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on July 17 raised India's GDP growth forecast for 2024-25 to...

NCLT accepts BCCI insolvency plea against Byju’s, ed-tech firm to challenge decision

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on July 16 accepted the plea filed by the Board...

Bajaj Auto clocks 19.4 pc rise in Q1 net profit at Rs 1,988 cr

Blitz Bureau NEW DELHI: Bajaj Auto Ltd on July 16 announced a net profit of Rs 1,988 crore for the...

Accelerate effort to reach every child with life-saving vaccines: WHO

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: Countries must strengthen efforts at all levels to identify and immunise unvaccinated and under-vaccinated children, said...

Centre tells retailers to cut prices of pulses as wholesale prices have fallen

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: The Department of Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare told the representatives of the Retailers Association of...

Aatmanirbharta boost: Govt releases new list of 346 indigenous defence items

Blitz Bureau New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence has notified the fifth Positive Indigenisation List (PIL) consisting 346 defence items...

Indian pharma, healthcare sector saw 55 deals worth $4.1 billion