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QS Asia University Rankings 2026: Key Insights
QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026 QS Quacquarelli Symonds has released the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026, revealing a region that is expanding in scale, diversifying in quality, and accelerating in research and international engagement. The University of Hong Kong has risen to first place, overtaking Peking University, which now holds second place. Nanyang…
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November 2025 Supermoon: A Celestial Wonder
The Supermoon of November 2025: Nature’s Brightest Night As autumn progresses and the air becomes crisp, the night sky is ready to showcase one of its most spectacular events of the year—the Supermoon, which will reach its peak during the night of November 5-6, 2025. It is not just any full moon; it is the…
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Global Leaders Join UNESCO as Goodwill Ambassadors
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in art, awards, Brands, Countries, Culture, Education, leadership, Media, Organizations, Tourism, UNESCO, United NationsUNESCO Welcomes Four New Goodwill Ambassadors On October 28, 2025, UNESCO announced that Audrey Azoulay appointed four distinguished international personalities as new Goodwill Ambassadors, tasked with advancing UNESCO’s mission in education, culture, heritage, and innovation. Meet the Appointees Why This Matters In Azoulay’s words: “These individuals embody the diversity of talents and backgrounds that enrich…
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Historic Moment: India Secures Women’s World Cup Victory
India Triumphs: Historic Win at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Navi Mumbai, November 2, 2025 — A new chapter in Indian cricket history was written on Sunday as India lifted their maiden ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup after defeating South Africa in a thrilling final at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy. The…
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New Governance Structure at Panjab University: What You Need to Know
Centre Overhauls Panjab University Governance: Senate and Syndicate Reconstituted In a significant policy shift, the Government of India has restructured the governance framework of Panjab University in Chandigarh. This change involves modifying the composition of the Senate and Syndicate, which are the university’s two highest decision-making bodies. A notification issued by the Ministry of Education…
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Lucknow Named UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
UNESCO Designates 58 New Creative Cities — Lucknow Honoured for Gastronomy UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has announced the designation of 58 new cities as part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), expanding the network’s reach to 408 cities across 118 countries. These cities have been recognized for their strong commitment to placing culture, creativity,…
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World Cities Day 2025: Innovations for Sustainable Urban Living
World Cities Day 2025: Building People-Centred Smart Cities Every year on October 31, people around the world celebrate World Cities Day. This observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013 (Resolution A/RES/68/239). World Cities Day marks the conclusion of Urban October, a month dedicated to raising awareness about sustainable urban development and…
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Jemimah Rodrigues Stars as India Women Reach World Cup Final
India stuns Australia with record-breaking chase to reach Women’s World Cup 2025 Final! In a historic semi-final clash at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, India Women defeated Australia Women by five wickets, pulling off the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI history to secure their spot in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025…
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Ethical Commitment: Integrity Pledge by the Registrar at Panjab University
Panjab University Launches Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 with Integrity Pledge by the Registrar Chandigarh, India, October 30, 2025 — Panjab University, Chandigarh, has officially commenced Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2025 with a strong message of ethical commitment. The week-long observance began with the Registrar taking the integrity pledge and administering it to the university’s non-teaching…
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Unveiling the Revuelto: Lamborghini’s Latest Masterpiece in Shanghai
Automobili Lamborghini Celebrates Heritage and Innovation in Shanghai Shanghai, October 30, 2025 – In a dazzling celebration of its 20th anniversary in the Chinese mainland market, Automobili Lamborghini hosted an exclusive event in the vibrant city of Shanghai. This milestone event reaffirmed the brand’s unwavering commitment to 100% Italian craftsmanship, luxurious design, and state-of-the-art innovation.…
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Airtel Partners with IBM to Boost Cloud Services in India
Bharti Airtel has announced a strategic partnership with IBM to enhance Airtel Cloud services. NEW DELHI, MUMBAI, and ARMONK, NY, October 28, 2025 — Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, has entered into a strategic partnership with IBM to enhance its recently launched Airtel Cloud. This collaboration aims to combine Airtel Cloud’s…
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Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 Kicks Off in India
The Central Vigilance Commission of India has launched Vigilance Awareness Week 2025. New Delhi, India, October 27, 2025 — Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 began today with the administration of the integrity pledge to the Commission officials at Satarkata Bhawan, New Delhi. Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 will be observed from October 27 to November 2, 2025,…
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Meet Shakti Shalini: The New Face of Mythical Horror Comedy
Shakti Shalini: Maddock’s Mythical Horror Comedy Aims to Redefine the Genre Emerging from the shadows of Thamma is a unique force. Maddock Films, the studio responsible for India’s most innovative horror-comedy universe, is set to unveil Shakti Shalini — a supernatural saga that promises to blend myth, madness, and mystique in ways we have never…
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Diwali 2025: Presidential Message from the White House
The White House Diwali Photos: President Donald Trump participates in a Diwali celebration, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in the Oval Office. (Official White House Photos by Molly Riley). Presidential Message on Diwali The White House October 20, 2025 Today, I send my best wishes to every American celebrating Diwali—the “Festival of Lights.” For many Americans,…
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Beware of Unrecognized Degrees: UGC Alert
The University Grants Commission has issued a warning about a Fake University. New Delhi, India, October 25, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India has released a Public Notice concerning an institution that is offering unrecognized degrees. According to the UGC announcement, the institution is offering various degree programs that violate the rules,…
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Discover Thamma: A Diwali Horror Comedy Adventure
Thamma: Ayushmann Khurrana Battles a Vampire Curse in Maddock’s Horror-Comedy Universe A Diwali Release with a Bite Released on October 21, 2025, Thamma marks Ayushmann Khurrana’s return to genre-bending cinema. Set in a folklore-rich town haunted by vampire legends, the film blends horror, comedy, and romance in a uniquely Indian setting. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar…
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India Government Approves 328 More Electric Buses for Chandigarh
The Government of India has approved an additional 328 electric buses for Chandigarh, bringing the total to 428. Significant Progress Towards Achieving a Carbon-Free Chandigarh. Chandigarh, India, October 24, 2025 — The Government of India has approved 328 additional electric buses under the PM-e-Bus Service Scheme, marking a significant milestone in Chandigarh’s initiative to become…
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Smriti Mandhana Stars as India Beats NZ to Advance in World Cup
India storm into the Women’s World Cup semifinals after a commanding 53-run win over New Zealand Navi Mumbai, India, October 24, 2025 — In a high-stakes clash that decided the final semifinal berth, India delivered a confident all-round performance to defeat New Zealand by 53 runs and book their spot in the last four of…
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UNCTAD 16: Future of Global Trade and Sustainable Development
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UNCTAD 16: Shaping the Future of Global Trade and Development Geneva, Switzerland, October 23, 2025 — The 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16) commenced in Geneva with the theme “Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development.” The four-day conference, scheduled from October 20 to 23, brought together…
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IMF Strategies for a Changing World
Building Resilience in an Uncertain World: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva at the 2025 IMF & World Bank Annual Meetings Washington, DC, October 21, 2025 — On October 17, 2025, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva delivered her speech at the Annual Meetings Plenary. In an era increasingly characterized by unpredictable fluctuations, the leading official of…
