Category: Cities
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Mike Balsamo Takes Office as 118th President of National Press Club
Washington, DC, February 13, 2025—According to Mike Balsamo, the 118th Club president, the National Press Club is enhancing its commitment to defending a free and independent press amidst rising physical, legal, and digital threats. Balsamo, the Associated Press’s U.S. law enforcement editor, stated on February 7 during his inaugural address that disinformation spreads like wildfire,…
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Raj Bhavan Conclave: The Universities of Punjab and Chandigarh Unite to Combat Drug Addiction on Campuses.
Chandigarh, February 9, 2024 — The Administrator of Chandigarh and Governor of Punjab, Gulab Chand Kataria, today inaugurated a conclave on Stress Management and Drug Addiction in Universities and Colleges of Punjab and Chandigarh at the Punjab Raj Bhavan. He stated, “The realization of the golden dream of VIKSIT BHARAT by 2047 rests on the…
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Chandigarh University Wins AIU North Zone Youth Festival 2025
Chandigarh University won the overall trophy at the 38th AIU Inter-University North Zone Youth Festival 2025, securing 26 awards in total. Team CU has won the Overall AIU North-Zone Trophy four times. Chandigarh University’s contingent of 49 members has qualified for the AIU National Youth Festival 2025. View the enlarged photo. CHANDIGARH, India, February 7,…
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Chandigarh: Not a UNESCO World Heritage City
New Delhi, India, February 3, 2025 — Mr. Manish Tewari, the Member of Parliament for Chandigarh, formally asked the Minister of Culture about the city’s status as a UNESCO World Heritage city. In response, the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, provided the following reply: UNESCO has not designated Chandigarh as a…
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Strategies for Combating Substance Abuse in Chandigarh Colleges
Chandigarh, India, February 2, 2025—In alignment with the visionary goals of the Honorable Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, a significant Joint Committee Meeting took place at the Postgraduate Government College for Girls located in Sector 42, Chandigarh. This meeting was convened in preparation for the much-anticipated gala event for…
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University of Southampton’s Upcoming Delhi Campus: A Boost for Higher Education in India
India’s Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, met with the University of Southampton delegation. New Delhi, India, January 31, 2025 — Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan convened a meeting today in New Delhi with a delegation from the University of Southampton and representatives from the British Council in India. The meeting included the participation of Vineet…
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Explore Chandigarh During Republic Day: Events and Discounts
Chandigarh, January 25, 2025 — The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) announced an exciting Republic Day celebration today. From January 25 to January 31, 2025, experience the festivities under the vibrant theme “Celebrate Republic Day with CITCO.” This week-long celebration offers guests a unique opportunity to engage with the spirit of the occasion…
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Chandigarh University Delivers Stunning Defeat to Panjab University
Chandigarh University clinches the MAKA Trophy 2024 for sports after delivering a resounding defeat to Panjab University and outperforming Lovely Professional University and GND University. — UPDATED — January 17, 2025 — New Delhi, India, January 4, 2025 — Chandigarh University has achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first private university in India to…
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UNESCO Can Revoke Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage Status
UNESCO can revoke the Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage status if the Chandigarh Administration makes significant unauthorized changes to its structure without obtaining UNESCO’s approval. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) can consider revoking the Chandigarh Capitol Complex’s World Heritage status if the local Chandigarh Administration makes significant unauthorized modifications affecting its…
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Discover Chandigarh: A Spectacular Musical Night
Chandigarh Tourism and CITCO (Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation) have announced a spectacular Bollywood musical night on January 3, 2025, at Hotel Mountview. Chandigarh, India, December 31, 2024 — Chandigarh Tourism and CITCO (Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation) have announced a spectacular Bollywood Musical Night on January 3, 2025, at Hotel Mountview. They…
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Countdown to 2025: Live Performances in Times Square
New Year’s Eve organizers in Times Square, New York City, have revealed the official event lineup. Rita Ora, Carrie Underwood, the Jonas Brothers, Megan Moroney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, TLC, Greeicy, De La Ghetto, and Kapo will perform live in Times Square for the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration. NEW YORK, December 30, 2024 – The Times…
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Chandigarh Administrator & Punjab Governor Hosts NAAC Workshop at Raj Bhavan
NAAC Reforms Seminar at Punjab Raj Bhavan, Chandigarh. Chandigarh, India, December 28, 2024 — The Chandigarh Administrator and Punjab Governor hosted a consequential seminar on NAAC reforms at the Punjab Raj Bhavan in Chandigarh. Vice Chancellors, Registrars, and Principals from higher educational institutions across Chandigarh and Punjab attended the workshop. The seminar focused on strategies…
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Mumbai: A UNESCO City of Film and Creativity
UNESCO Creative City of Film: Mumbai Mumbai, India, became a UNESCO Creative Cities Network member and was designated a UNESCO City of Film by the UNESCO Director-General in 2019. Being a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network enhances Mumbai’s cultural landscape in several meaningful ways: Mumbai’s membership in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network strengthens…
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Modi Unveils Three New Criminal Laws for India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the successful implementation of three new criminal laws to the nation. New Delhi, December 03, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly dedicated to the nation the successful rollout of three groundbreaking new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, during…
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Transforming Cities: United Nations University and City College of New York partner for Innovative Urban Solutions
The United Nations University has launched its first Hub in the U.S. at The City College of New York. NEW YORK, November 23, 2024 — A new hub for the United Nations University (UNU) focused on Remote Sensing and Sustainable Innovations for Resilient Urban Systems (R-SIRUS) has been established at The City College of New…
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Chandigarh University Hosts Tech Invent 2024 with 20,000 Registrations
The technology festival, “Tech Invent 2024,” has commenced at Chandigarh University. The Tech Fest promotes innovation across various fields. It features 55 events and has 20,000 registrations from 150 leading institutions across India. CHANDIGARH, India, October 19, 2024 — Chandigarh University’s annual tech fest, Tech Invent 2024, was inaugurated by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya on…
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Rabat Named UNESCO World Book Capital 2026
UNESCO names Rabat, Morocco as World Book Capital for 2026. Paris, France, October 17, 2024 — UNESCO’s Director-General, Audrey Azoulay, has designated Rabat, Morocco, as the World Book Capital for 2026, following recommendations from the World Book Capital Advisory Committee. “I am pleased to announce the designation of Rabat as the World Book Capital for…
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Chandigarh University: Revolutionizing Education in Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW, India, Sept. 21, 2024 — The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Chandigarh University’s proposal to establish a new campus in Unnao, which is part of the State Capital Region (SCR) comprising Lucknow and five adjoining districts. Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay handed the authorization letter for the University’s establishment to Director Jai Inder Singh…
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Modi Addresses Indian Community in New York
Prime Minister Modi addressed the Indian community in New York. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a large gathering of the Indian community in Long Island, New York, with over 15,000 people in attendance. New York, September 23, 2024 — The Indian community welcomed the Prime Minister with exceptional warmth and enthusiasm. In his address,…
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Chandigarh University Launches Center of Excellence for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
CHANDIGARH, India, Sept. 7, 2024: Madhyastha — Centre of Excellence on ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) was inaugurated at the Chandigarh University campus by Punjab and Haryana High Court judges Justice Deepak Gupta and Justice Vikram Aggarwal in the presence of Rajya Sabha MP, and Chandigarh University Chancellor Satnam Singh Sandhu. It marks a significant advancement…
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