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Student Academy Awards: Pathway to 98th Oscars
– The Student Academy Awards Ceremony will be held for the first time in New York City. – All winning films are now eligible for the 98th Oscars. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the winners of the 52nd Student Academy Awards® competition, recognizing 14 students for…
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IBM Study: How AI is Transforming Sports Fan Experience
ARMONK, N.Y., August 28, 2025 — New global research commissioned by IBM shows that sports fans are increasingly engaging with dynamic digital content experiences, where AI, personalization, and real-time features play a central role. A study involving over 20,000 sports fans from 12 countries suggests that fans are increasingly viewing technology, particularly AI, as a…
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Meet the Contesting Candidates for India’s 2025 Vice-Presidential Polls
New Delhi, August 27, 2025 — The Secretariat of the Vice President of India has issued the following press communique: Vice President’s Secretariat PRESS COMMUNIQUE August 27, 2025 Contesting Candidates for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025. After the last date for withdrawal of candidature on August 25, 2025, the following two are the contesting candidates for…
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: President Extends Greetings
New Delhi, India, August 27, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in her message on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, has stated: “On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians, both in the country and abroad. This festival is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm.…
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e VITARA: India’s Step Towards Global Electric Vehicle Market
New Delhi, August 26, 2025 — Taking significant steps towards achieving Aatmanirbhar in green energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the green mobility initiatives in Hansalpur, Gujarat, today. During his address to the gathering, the Prime Minister highlighted that amidst the festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi, a new chapter is being added to the “Make…
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National Press Club Honors Robert Costa with Fourth Estate Award
Robert Costa of CBS News will receive the National Press Club’s Highest Honor. WASHINGTON, DC, August 24, 2025 — Robert Costa, a national correspondent for “CBS Sunday Morning” and the chief Washington analyst for CBS News, will receive the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award at a gala held in his honor in Washington, D.C.…
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President of India’s Greetings for Janmashtami 2025
New Delhi, August 16, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu conveyed her message on Janmashtami as follows: “On the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, a festival characterized by joy and enthusiasm, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both within the country and abroad. The life and teachings…
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Modi’s Independence Day Speech 2025: Path to Self-Reliance
New Delhi, India, August 15, 2025 — On the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation, delivering an inspiring message that celebrated India’s remarkable journey toward self-reliance and transformation. He reflected on the significant strides the country has made over the past decade, during which India has undergone a comprehensive process of reform,…
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Future-Ready Regulations: World Economic Forum Launches GRIP Initiative
– The initiative will unite global industry experts to create adaptive strategies for rapidly evolving sectors such as AI, healthcare, and digital finance. – This platform will test innovative solutions and provide practical tools to help governments craft forward-thinking regulations suited for a fast-changing world. Geneva, Switzerland, August 10, 2025 – The World Economic Forum…
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World Lion Day 2025: Celebrating Asiatic Lions in Gujarat
New Delhi, India, August 9, 2025 — The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in collaboration with the Forest and Environment Department of the Government of Gujarat, will celebrate World Lion Day 2025 on August 10, 2025, at Barda Wildlife Sanctuary in the Devbhumi Dwarka district of Gujarat state. The celebration will be attended…
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Join CITCO’s Grand Independence Day Celebrations in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, India, August 9, 2025 — The Chandigarh Industrial & Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) has invited all citizens and visitors to immerse themselves in the grand celebrations of India’s 79th Independence Day. Join CITCO for a vibrant Independence Week from August 8 to August 15, 2025, where the air will be infused with patriotic fervor…
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Election Commission of India Notification: Vice-Presidential Election Schedule
– Voting will take place on September 9, 2025, if needed. – The deadline for nominations is August 21, 2025. New Delhi, India, August 7, 2025 — Today, the Election Commission published a notification in the Gazette of India Extraordinary announcing the schedule for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025. (a) The deadline for submitting nominations is…
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IMF Forecast: India to Achieve 6.4% Growth Rate in Upcoming Years
The IMF projects that India will achieve a robust growth rate of 6.4% in both 2025 and 2026, driven by strong economic reforms that ensure stability. WASHINGTON, DC, August 5, 2025 — India is set to achieve a robust growth rate of 6.4 percent in the fiscal years 2025 and 2026. This impressive trajectory is…
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Election Schedule for Vice President of India 2025: What You Need to Know
New Delhi, India, August 01, 2025 — The Election Commission of India has made the following announcement: The Office of the Vice-President of India has fallen vacant in view of the Notification No. S.O. 3354(E), dated 22.07.2025, of the Ministry of Home Affairs. As per the provisions of sub-section (1) and sub-section (4) of Section…
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Lynette Howell Taylor Becomes Academy President
Lynette Howell Taylor Elected as President of the Academy The Academy’s Board of Governors has also elected the officers for the 2025-2026 term. LOS ANGELES, CA – Producer Lynette Howell Taylor has been elected as the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by the organization’s Board of Governors. The Board has…
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Tariffs, Trade, and Growth: Insights from IMF’s Latest Forecast
The IMF has released its World Economic Outlook Update for July 2025. Washington, DC, July 29, 2025 — Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, Economic Counsellor and Director of the Research Department at the IMF, made the following remarks on the July 2025 IMF World Economic Outlook Update. According to the IMF, the global economy is facing a tenuous…
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Women CEOs in Fortune Global 500: A Record 33
– Walmart has retained its position as the number one retailer for the twelfth consecutive year. – The United States continues to lead over Greater China in terms of the number of companies represented. – A record 33 women are serving as CEOs of Fortune Global 500 companies, representing 6.6% of the total. – The…
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International Tiger Day 2025: India’s Commitment to Wildlife Conservation
Happy International Tiger Day! Celebrations for Global Tiger Day 2025 are taking place today in New Delhi, India. New Delhi, India, July 29, 205 — Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, presided over the celebrations of Global Tiger Day 2025, which were held today at the National Zoological Park in New…
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Times of India Joins Content Authenticity Initiative
The Times of India (TOI) has joined the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI). San Jose, CA, July 28, 2025 — The Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) welcomes the Times of India (TOI) as its newest member. This initiative brings together a diverse and expansive community of over 4,500 influential media organizations, innovative technology companies, creative professionals, and…
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Divya Deshmukh: India’s First FIDE Women’s Chess Champion
Prime Minister Modi congratulates Divya Deshmukh on becoming the FIDE (International Chess Federation) Women’s World Chess Champion in 2025. New Delhi, India, July 28, 2025 — The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, congratulated Divya Deshmukh on becoming the FIDE (International Chess Federation) Women’s World Chess Champion 2025. “Koneru Humpy also displayed immense skill throughout the championship.…
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