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ethos. Here, consumers encompass not just individual end-users, but also entire nations actively participating in the complex web of global trade and consumption of goods and services. His assertion that businesses genuinely prioritise consumer well-being can mitigate the need for stringent consumer rights advocacy and offer a fresh perspective to address this lapse in the G20 India agenda.

In the volatile world of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin continues to hold its ground as the foremost digital asset, despite facing a considerable dip recently. 

Mexico is poised to make history in 2024 with its first female president as both the governing Morena party and the opposition coalition have chosen women as their candidates for the upcoming presidential election. Let's get to know these remarkable women who could potentially lead Mexico into a new era of leadership.

Generative AI (GenAI) for education, urging governmental agencies to regulate the use of the technology, including protection of data privacy and putting an age limit for users. Launched by Microsoft-backed OpenAI in November, GenAI chatbot ChatGPT has become the world's fastest-growing app to date, and its emergence has prompted the release of rivals, such as Google's Bard.

India is among the first in the world to regulate ESG rating providers and the country’s minimum requirement for funds to invest — according to their stated strategy — is “a high bar,” said Hannah Lee, JPMorgan’s head of ESG equity research for the Asia-Pacific region. “Where India stands out in terms of being trailblazing is probably its level of ambition and some of the thresholds that it has,” she said in an interview. India rolled out several measures over the past two years to regulate its market for green and other assets, most recently allowing domestic fund managers to launch plans under six types of ESG strategies.

Base, the Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) solution incubated at Coinbase, recently spotlighted its unwavering dedication to decentralization, aligning seamlessly with the Superchain vision. Born out of a collaboration with the Optimism Collective, Base utilizes the open-source OP Stack, aiming to bring a billion users and a million developers into the blockchain ecosystem. This ambitious goal is anchored in the principle of decentralization, seen as the linchpin for a global, open, onchain economy. 

KYIV, Ukraine—Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Ukraine on Wednesday in a visit aimed at signaling Washington’s support amid a slow-going counteroffensive and grumbling among some Republicans about the level of U.S. assistance for the country. Blinken is expected to announce more than $1 billion in additional aid for the country and to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the capital, a senior State Department official said.

WTO, became defunct, thus affecting developing countries adversely. One hopes that PM Narendra Modi can impress upon US President Joe Biden at the G20 summit to restore it and help the global south and multilateralism. Under India's G20 presidency, it was hoped that G20 economies would demonstrate their collective commitment to AB's restoration.

Two former developers of Tornado Cash, Roman Storm and Roman Semenov, have been indicted on charges including conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money-transmitting business. The indictment, issued by the United States Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) on August 23, has raised questions in the crypto community, particularly regarding its alignment with existing Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) guidance.

reality that Indian states must play the primary role in climate change adaptation and mitigation. Hence, there is a need for new federal institutions to rebalance governance capacity with states. The Constitution gives the Centre the lead role in key realms of climate governance, such as mines and petroleum, industry and inter-state waters.

G20 Summit this weekend are in for a foodie adventure! They're going to dig into a fancy vegetarian spread that's all about India's amazing food traditions. A senior official spilled the beans, saying they'll get to taste a mix of yummy dishes from all over India.

Joe Biden's administration likely will delay until December a decision on whether to make it easier for sustainable aviation fuel made from corn-based ethanol to qualify for subsidies under the White House's signature climate law, two sources familiar with the discussions said on Wednesday. The administration has been divided over the issue, which has prompted a fierce lobbying push from U.S. Farm Belt stakeholders that see sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as crucial for the ethanol market's growth.

India's diversity and its extraordinary successes means it is the «right country» at the «right time» to hold the G20 presidency, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Wednesday, as he hailed Narendra Modi's leadership over the last year, noting that India's presidency of the bloc came when the world is facing innumerable challenges. In an exclusive interview to PTI just days ahead of the G20 summit in Delhi on September 9-10, Sunak, the first Indian-origin prime minister of Britain, said the relationship between the UK and India will define the future of the two countries, even more than it is defining the present. «This country's scale, diversity and its extraordinary successes means India is the right country at the right time to hold the G20 Presidency.

Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins on Wednesday advocated a patient approach to policymaking while saying she needs more evidence to convince her that inflation has been tamed.

GST law to tax online gaming, casinos and racecourse at 28% rate as the state cabinet is expected to consider a draft Ordinance on Thursday. The Finance department has moved the subject to the Cabinet for consideration, senior officials confirmed. The Haryana Assembly too, last month, amended the law, taking the lead.

financial services company based in Chennai which was launched in the year 2020, to democratize finance and make it accessible to all, is all set to shift gears as they are preparing to launch their Fintech app. Finfortune is leaving no stone unturned working towards the launch of their Fincover app, a cutting-edge fintech application that is set to redefine the way you manage your finances. Packed with innovative and punchy features, the Fincover app empowers you to take control of your financial future like never before.

Raymond James Financial Services has added a new team to its financial institutions division, expanding the reach of its investment and wealth management services.

ethos exemplified perfectly by Ed-a-Mamma and its founder Alia Bhatt. With sustainability as its core proposition the brand has garnered acclaim for its meticulous attention to detail, using ethically sourced materials and eco-conscious production processes.

Texas, United States & Bengaluru, Karnataka, India – Business Wire India Capillary Technologies, a global leader in loyalty technology solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Melody Mitchem to the position of Global Head of Human Resources. Melody's appointment comes as a result of her exceptional contributions to the company since her arrival through Capillary’s acquisition of Brierley.In her short time at Capillary, Melody has demonstrated remarkable leadership and strategic prowess.

Dahi Handi participants in Maharashtra, nearly 80,000 Govindas have been covered under insurance scheme. As per a TOI report, the state government has paid insurance sum of Rs 56 lakh to ensure the safety of govindas participating in this year's Dahi Handi festival, set to be celebrated on September 7.