Category: Cities
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Mumbai: A New Hub for International Higher Education
Mumbai Rising: Creating an International Education City Click Here to Enlarge the Invitation Mumbai is set to become a Global Education City, as Letters of Intent (LOIs) have been issued to five foreign universities: the University of York, the University of Aberdeen, the University of Western Australia, the Illinois Institute of Technology, and the Instituto…
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UGC’s Game-Changing Regulations impact Panjab University as Chandigarh Administrator endorses College Autonomy
The Chandigarh Administrator’s endorsement of the UGC’s initiative to promote college autonomy holds significant implications for Panjab University, heralding a transformative era for academic freedom and institutional empowerment of local colleges. New Delhi / Chandigarh, India, May 29, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has dispatched a fresh letter to the Vice-Chancellors of all…
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IMF Says India is 4th Largest Economy: What It Means for Chandigarh
Punjab’s Governor and Administrator of UT Chandigarh emphasized the city’s commitment to sustainable growth, skill development, and good governance during the 10th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting. Enlarge this Photo. Chandigarh, India, May 26, 2025 — Mr. Gulab Chand Kataria, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh participated in the…
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Autonomous Status for Chandigarh Colleges: Breaking Free from Panjab University
The Chandigarh Administration’s Department of Higher Education hosted a seminar titled “Making Chandigarh Colleges Autonomous” to discuss transforming colleges into autonomous institutions. Chandigarh, India, May 23, 2025 — Today, the Department of Higher Education, Chandigarh Administration, organized a “Making Chandigarh Colleges Autonomous” seminar at Punjab Raj Bhavan. The event brought together essential stakeholders from academia…
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Chandigarh Prepares for Monsoon
The Chandigarh Engineering Department held a meeting to review its preparedness for the upcoming monsoon season. Chandigarh, India, May 20, 2025 — The Engineering Department of the Chandigarh Administration convened a meeting yesterday, presided over by Ms. Prerna Puri, IAS, the Secretary of Engineering for U.T. Chandigarh. During this critical session, the team thoroughly evaluated…
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Chandigarh’s Push for Quality Standards and ISO Certifications
The Chief Secretary of Chandigarh Union Territory has directed the adoption of quality standards throughout the city. Chandigarh, India, May 16, 2025— The State Level Committee on Standardization meeting was held under the chairmanship of Mr. Rajeev Verma, Chief Secretary of UT Chandigarh. The Committee’s objective is to promote the use of Indian Standards to…
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Become a Civil Defence Volunteer with MY Bharat Today!
MY Bharat invites Youth to enroll as Civil Defence Volunteers. Chandigarh, India, May 13, 2025 — MY Bharat, an initiative led by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, vigorously mobilizes youth nationwide to join as MY Bharat Civil Defence Volunteers. This comprehensive nationwide campaign aims to empower youth to step into…
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Chandigarh Administration Issues Emergency Guidelines for Residents
The Chandigarh Administration has issued special instructions for residents of Chandigarh. Chandigarh, India, May 10, 2025 — Today, a special media briefing was conducted by Mr. Nishant Kumar Yadav, Deputy Commissioner of UT Chandigarh, alongside Ms. Kanwardeep Kaur, Senior Superintendent of Police in UT Chandigarh. This briefing aimed to update the public on the current…
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Join the Walk for a Drug-Free Chandigarh on May 3, 2025
— UPDATED — Participate in the “Walk for a Drug-Free Chandigarh” initiative, scheduled for May 3, 2025. Chandigarh, May 1, 2025 — The Chandigarh Administration has identified drug abuse as a growing concern in the city’s society, which carries significant social, economic, and health implications. Young people are particularly susceptible to drug use due to…
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Chandigarh Promotes Homeopathy for Holistic Health
The AYUSH Department of the Chandigarh Administration has launched an engaging awareness campaign to emphasize the importance of homeopathy in preventive and holistic healthcare. Chandigarh, India, April 05, 2025 — To celebrate World Homoeopathy Day, the AYUSH Department of Chandigarh Administration has launched a dynamic awareness campaign to emphasize the importance of Homoeopathy in preventive…
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Experience Navratri Thalis at CITCO Hotels in Chandigarh
CITCO Introduces Elegant “Navratri Thali” Options at Its Hotels. Chandigarh, India, April 3, 2025 — Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation Limited (CITCO) has launched an exquisite range of Thali (Plate) options at its prestigious hotels, including Hotel Mountview, Hotel Chef Lakeview, Hotel Parkview, and Hotel Shivalikview. These specially curated Thalis blend traditional flavors and…
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Join the Global Celebration of Jazz: International Jazz Day 2025
The global celebration of International Jazz Day 2025 concludes in Abu Dhabi, a UNESCO Creative City of Music. The 2025 edition of International Jazz Day will be celebrated in over 190 countries on April 30, with Abu Dhabi chosen as the Global Host City. Organized by UNESCO and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, this…
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Mike Balsamo Takes Office as 118th President of National Press Club
The National Press Club inaugurates Mike Balsamo as its 118th President. 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…
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Raj Bhavan Conclave: The Universities of Punjab and Chandigarh Unite to Combat Drug Addiction on Campuses.
Punjab Raj Bhavan organizes a conclave on stress management and drug addiction for universities and colleges in Punjab and Chandigarh. 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…
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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
Chandigarh, in India, is self-styled as “The City Beautiful” but is 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…
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Strategies for Combating Substance Abuse in Chandigarh Colleges
The Chandigarh Administrator convenes a Joint Committee Meeting on the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector-42, Chandigarh. 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…
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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 Tourism Announces Exclusive Republic Day Celebrations at Its Hotels 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…
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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…
