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reliance on the dollar. The dominance of the US dollar in international trade and finance has faced increasing challenges, leading to discussions about the future of global economic dynamics and the potential consequences for various stakeholders. This trend, known as de-dollarization, refers to the process by which countries aim to reduce their reliance on the US dollar as the dominant global currency.

iOS 17 feature lineup, Apple has scheduled their release for a later date later this year, as per the report. The report suggests that Apple's annual tradition of releasing iOS updates continues with iOS 17, and some features are slated for future releases like iOS 17.1, 17.2, or 17.3. Moreover, the report has provided an overview of these forthcoming features alongside the initial release.

Reliance Industries Ltd has said its board will meet on July 21 to consider and approve the financial results for the quarter ended June. Besides earnings, Dalal Street investors will be closely tracking any fresh announcements around Jio Financial Services. This is because RIL has fixed July 20 as the record date for the demerger of Reliance Strategic Investments, which will be renamed Jio Financial Services.

Gold prices mostly edged higher during the week, as the dollar doom started with last week’s NFP data. Friday’s labour data showed signs of slowdown in the jobs market, with non-farm payrolls falling to a two and half year low of 209K job additions. Meanwhile, US inflation print released during the week prompted further pain for the greenback.

startups to 27% in 2022 from 39% in 2021. According to the DivHERsity Benchmarking Report 2022-2023, powered by HerKey (formerly JobsForHer), women's representation at India Inc increased to 50% in 2022 from 33% in 2021. Women's representation has surged significantly at large enterprises in the country from 34% in 2020 to 52% in 2022.

Upcoming IPOs: After dream listing of ideaForge Technologies, Cyient DLM and Senco Gold IPOs ((Initial Public Offers), primary market is eagerly awaiting the arrival of two more book build issues next week — Netweb Technologies and Asarfi Hospital IPO. Both upcoming IPOs will open on Monday next week. A total of around ₹658 crore would be at stake in primary market next week as Netweb Technologies IPO size is ₹631 crore while Asarfi Hospital IPO aims to raise ₹26.94 crore from its public offer.

CEPA a historical landmark, considering that it was signed within 88 days of negotiations, but it also provided a blueprint for other ongoing trade negotiations, including with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. CEPA envisions to grow the total value of merchandise trade between both countries to $100 billion by 2027.

The sound quality of Sony earphones is nothing short of impressive. Bass response is smooth and precise, while the mids are well-defined and the highs are crisp and sparkly. All in all, Sony Bluetooth earphones offer a high-quality audio experience with excellent convenience and durability. So, if you are looking for an earphone that’s just commendable in listening, battery life, and noise-cancelling, your quest is about to end. Sony Bluetooth earphones will have all the qualities you are looking for. Find your favorite earphones by Sony in the list below.List of the best Sony Bluetooth Earphones

Amrit Kaal vision sets a roadmap for the country's growth and development. At the heart of this vision is the need to build a prosperous and inclusive economy focusing on infrastructure, innovation, and sustainability. While various sectors will play a role in achieving these goals, the express logistics industry is well-positioned to catalyse India's development in the years ahead.

Multichain, a crypto project that connects different blockchains, said it's shutting down after learning that its founder was taken away by Chinese police. In a Twitter post on Friday, Multichain provided details around the sudden disappearance of its founder and chief executive, identified only by the name Zhaojun, in late May. Multichain is a so-called crypto bridge, which allows users to swap digital tokens across the various blockchains they run on. Speculation around Zhaojun's whereabouts has been swirling since his disappearance, fueled by Multichain's announcement on July 7 that it had seen an unexpected outflow of assets of more than $120 million. After that, Zhaojun's sister transferred remaining user assets to wallets she controlled before she was taken into custody as well, Multichain said on Friday.

Arvind Kejriwal thanked the Indian Army's Engineer regiment for opening the ITO barrage after working for 20 hours without any break. Soon after Delhi CM tweeted praising Army's work, BJP's Amit Malviya criticised Kejriwal for only tweeting to take credit instead of doing any work.

(Battlegrounds Mobile India) quickly rose to prominence in India after the ban on PUBG Mobile. Despite facing its own ban, the Indian government decided to allow BGMI back into the country with certain modifications around 10 months ago.  Similar to other popular battle royale titles like Garena Free Fire, BGMI developers regularly release redeem codes that grant players access to a wide range of enticing rewards and freebies. These rewards include weapon skins, vehicle skins, emotes, outfits, in-game credits or UC (Unknown Cash), and much more.

Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is asking companies planning initial public offers (IPOs) to remove director nomination rights provided to promoters and investor shareholders from the articles of association. They have to instead seek shareholder approval for such rights after listing, said sources aware of the development. The move is aimed at strengthening corporate governance.

Syria across the Middle East. Speaking to Pentagon reporters, the official said the US will send F-16 fighter jets to the Gulf region this weekend to augment the A-10 attack aircraft that have been patrolling there for more than a week.

Pennsylvania Rep. Dan Meuser and Fox News contributor Liz Peek forecast the consequences of President Biden's student loan handouts on 'The Evening Edit.'

Associated Press, while the Fargo police referred to it as a "critical incident," they refrained from providing specific details or confirming if anyone had been injured from the shooting. Sanford Medical Center Fargo spokesperson Paul Heinert said in an email that the hospital “did receive patients stemming from today’s shooting incident in Fargo." He said updates on their conditions would come from the Fargo Police Department. Surveillance video provided by Fargo resident Allison Carlson captured the rapid sounds of gunfire lasting just seconds.

AP, a high-ranking defence official revealed on Friday that the US is bolstering its efforts to safeguard ships from potential Iranian aggression. The official further emphasized the mounting apprehension regarding the strengthening alliances between Iran, Russia, and Syria across the Middle East.

Companies such as Zomato, Swiggy and Zepto are providing monetary incentives to delivery personnel and associates. Those who brave the weather during the monsoons also get free raincoats and other rain gear. Most delivery personnel are already covered under medical and accidental insurance. Deliveries have increased in Delhi and the rest of the National Capital Region as most people avoid stepping out of their homes due to the rains, said executives at these companies. «Impact of the rains has led to a surge in orders with people resorting to a work-from-home setup in the region,» said Vikas Sharma, chief operating officer at grocery delivery platform Zepto. «We have seen the app's traffic increase by 10-15% in the last two weeks,» he said. Zepto riders in 10 cities including the NCR are neither shown the estimated time for deliveries nor are they penalised for any delay. "...we are also giving an additional incentive to delivery boys, called a 'rain fee'," Sharma said.

Amit Shah on Friday approved the advance release of Rs 180 crore as the central share of the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to flood-hit Himachal Pradesh. The release of funds will help the state government undertake relief measures for affected people during the monsoon, an official statement issued here said. The home minister approved the advance release of the second installment of the central share of the SDRF, amounting to Rs 180.40 crore for 2023-24, as an interim relief to Himachal Pradesh, it said.

Fortnite has experienced a surge in player activity in 2023, particularly with the introduction of Chapter 4 Season 3 and the Summer Escape event. The game has witnessed a significant rise in popularity since its inception in 2017, solidifying its position as one of the most popular battle royale games, rivaling competitors, such as Warzone and Apex. The game's free-to-play model and collaborations with mainstream names like Ariana Grande, Travis Scott and Marvel have contributed to its widespread appeal. Obtaining precise player count information for Fortnite is challenging as Epic Games does not regularly share such data with the community. However, it was reported in 2020 that there were over 350 million registered users, a number that increased to 400 million by 2021. While these figures include players who may have only engaged with the game briefly, they do not accurately represent the active player base. To gauge the number of active players, third-party sources like ActivePlayer provide estimates. As of the time of writing, ActivePlayer suggests an average of 239 million monthly players in the last 30 days, with a peak of 15 million players in a single day. Although these estimates are not officially confirmed by Epic Games, they offer the closest approximation available.

ALGS Split 2 Playoffs have arrived, gathering the top Apex Legends teams in London to compete for a substantial $1,000,000 prize pool. This major tournament marks an important milestone in the season and sets the stage for the upcoming ALGS Championship. Teams from all five regions will come together, vying for not only monetary rewards but also international recognition and ranking points towards the world championship. The tournament features an intense schedule, providing fans and participants with thrilling matches. Alongside the high stakes and prestigious competition, the event will showcase the skill and strategy of the participating teams. Players will engage in fierce battles, aiming to secure their place at the top of the leaderboard.