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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.

Assistive tech a ‘life-changer’

Almost one billion people with disabilities and older persons are being denied access to assistive technology, according to a UN...

SOUTH KOREA AND INDIA

June 22, 2022

Dr Markandey Rai Look forward to bolster India South Korea relationship and meet you soon,” tweeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi,...

Thomas cup triumph

India’s glorious victory in the Thomas Cup championship has enhanced the country’s prestige in world badminton. The triumph ranks with...

Report on India Covid deaths

The World Health Organization (WHO) has been found wanting in its handling of Covid-19, right from Day One. Its recent...

Khadi turnover crosses Rs 1L-cr in 2021-22

Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has achieved a height that remains a distant goal for all FMCG companies in...

Strings go mute, the legend lives

Santoor virtuoso Pandit Shivkumar Sharma, who took the stringed instrument to the global stage and successfully straddled the worlds of...

The coveted unicorn startup club

The dream of every startup is to achieve a unicorn status as soon as possible. India has become the third-largest...

GhG emissions call for global action

The earth’s climate is dynamic, promoting the evolution of various living forms and changing the structure and chemical composition of...

Ayushman Bharat: Towards a healthy nation

On April 7, the World Health Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reasserted that the government is working tirelessly to augment...

A system crying for reforms