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Google Street View service launching in India took center stage on Wednesday, 27 July 2022 among all major events across the globe, and remains the highlight of this week's list of center stage events.
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Centerstage events of week 4

In a significant move, Bangladesh declares its intention to seek...

In a significant move, Bangladesh declares its intention to seek a $4.5 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to address its balance of payment and budgetary needs, alongside supporting climate change management initiatives.

Monday, 25 July, 2022

After an 11-year ban due to security concerns, India officially...

After an 11-year ban due to security concerns, India officially launches the Google Street View service in the country. This move marks a significant milestone as people can now explore and navigate Indian streets virtually through the popular mapping platform. With enhanced security measures in place, Google Street View aims to provide a valuable resource for users, offering immersive street-level views and aiding in navigation across various locations in India.

Tuesday, 26 July, 2022

The United States falls into a technical recession as its...

The United States falls into a technical recession as its economy experiences contraction for the second consecutive quarter.

Wednesday, 27 July, 2022

As the concluding leg of his Canada trip, Pope Francis...

As the concluding leg of his Canada trip, Pope Francis travels to Iqaluit in Nunavut to offer a heartfelt apology for the historical abuse and cultural oppression inflicted on Indigenous communities by Catholic residential schools.

Thursday, 28 July, 2022

In an effort to ensure compliance with registration requirements, Indonesia...

In an effort to ensure compliance with registration requirements, Indonesia implements access restrictions to eight websites, among them PayPal, Yahoo!, and Steam. These websites have failed to register with the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, prompting the government's action. Online services that have properly registered are obliged to adhere to disclosure and content removal requests as specified by the ministry.

Friday, 29 July, 2022

Prince Charles accepts a £1m payment from the family of...

Prince Charles accepts a £1m payment from the family of Osama bin Laden. The payment originates from Bakr bin Laden and his brother Shafiq, who are half-brothers of the notorious al-Qaeda founder responsible for the 9/11 attacks. Despite objections from advisers, Charles allegedly accepts the money, even dismissing objections from a household staff member. A Clarence House spokeswoman asserts that the Prince of Wales' Charitable Fund conducted rigorous due diligence before accepting the donation.

Saturday, 30 July, 2022

A post shared on Dmitry Medvedev's VK social media account,...

A post shared on Dmitry Medvedev's VK social media account, the incumbent Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of Russia and former President of Russia, sparks controversy as it labels Georgia and Kazakhstan as "artificial" entities and promotes their reintegration into Russian sovereignty. However, the post is swiftly removed, with claims that it was the work of hackers. The incident stirs discussions and prompts heightened scrutiny over the intentions behind the provocative message.

Sunday, 31 July, 2022