Category: Countries
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Top International Feature Film Contenders for Oscars 2027
The Race to Hollywood: Best International Feature Film Submissions for the 99th Academy Awards As cinematic storytelling continues to cross borders and break language barriers, film boards worldwide have submitted their official entries for the Best International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards, set for March 14, 2027. From intricate single-shot psychological thrillers to sweeping character…
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Vigilance Awareness Week 2026: Promoting Integrity in Education
Vigilance Awareness Week 2026: Fostering Integrity and Accountability in Higher Education Integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct form the bedrock of a progressive society. To reinforce these core values nationwide, India’s apex integrity institution, the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), is observing Vigilance Awareness Week from October 26 to November 1, 2026. Coinciding with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s…
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President Murmu’s Vijayadashami Message: Embrace Righteousness
President Droupadi Murmu Extends Vijayadashami Greetings, Calls for an Inclusive Society and Viksit Bharat New Delhi | October 19, 2026 President of India Droupadi Murmu has extended her heartfelt greetings to citizens across the country and Indians living abroad on the eve of Vijayadashami, highlighting the festival’s enduring message of righteousness, justice, moral conduct, and…
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IMF Projects India’s 7% Growth Amid Global Economic Strains
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IMF’s October 2026 Outlook: India’s 7% Growth Forecast Shines Amid Global Economic Uncertainty India’s resilient domestic demand, expanding services sector and favorable demographics strengthen its growth prospects, even as geopolitical tensions and higher energy prices test the global economy. BANGKOK, October 13, 2026 — At a time when geopolitical conflict, rising energy costs and uneven…
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THE World University Rankings 2027: Oxford’s Dominance Unchallenged
THE World University Rankings 2027: Oxford Still Rules, But the East Is Closing In The global university order has not been overturned — yet. But the latest Times Higher Education rankings reveal an unmistakable shift in academic power, with China and Singapore challenging a Western hierarchy that once seemed almost immovable. The world’s university hierarchy…
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IMF Insights: India’s Path from Growth to Sustainable Prosperity
India Has the Growth. Now Comes the Hard Part. IMF’s Nigel Clarke sees India powering the next wave of global growth—but the real test will be productivity, skills, technology and inclusion. India has won the growth race. The harder race is only beginning. That is the significance of International Monetary Fund Deputy Managing Director Nigel…
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BRICS 20 Years: Can India Drive Greater Global Influence?
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BRICS at 20: Can New Delhi Turn a Bigger Bloc Into a Stronger Voice? At its 18th summit in New Delhi, an expanded BRICS confronts the central question of its second decade: can a diverse coalition of emerging powers convert economic weight into political influence—and cooperation into results? BRICS has never lacked ambition. Its harder…
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Krishna Janmashtami 2026: Celebrating Divine Wisdom
Krishna Janmashtami 2026: When Divine Light Triumphs Over Darkness Krishna Janmashtami, the sacred festival commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna, will be observed in 2026 on Friday, September 4, with traditional midnight celebrations and Nishita Kaal observances extending into the early hours of September 5. More than a celebration of a divine birth, Janmashtami recalls…
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The Evolution of Raksha Bandhan: Love, Responsibility, and Environment
Raksha Bandhan at India’s Highest Offices: A Celebration of Bonds, Childhood and Responsibility New Delhi, August 28, 2026 — Raksha Bandhan, one of India’s most cherished festivals celebrating the bonds of love, care and protection, was marked in a particularly warm and memorable manner this year as President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and…
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Modi’s Vision for a Developed India by 2047
From Freedom to Viksit Bharat: PM Modi’s 80th Independence Day Vision New Delhi | August 15, 2026 On India’s 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort with a message centered on ambition, self-reliance and the collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat (Developed India)…
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New York Celebrates India Independence Day 2026
New York Proclaims August 15, 2026, as India Independence Day, Celebrating 80 Years of Freedom and a Vibrant Indian-American Community A landmark 80th-anniversary celebration brings India’s independence story, democratic ideals, and Indian-American heritage into the heart of New York. New York is set to mark India’s 80th anniversary of independence with a special statewide recognition…
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India Couture Week 2026: Tradition Meets Modern Fashion
India Couture Week 2026: Where Heritage Walked Hand in Hand with the Future From royal palaces and centuries-old craftsmanship to sculptural silhouettes and wearable couture, Hyundai India Couture Week 2026 demonstrated that Indian fashion is not simply preserving tradition—it is continuously reinventing it. For nearly two decades, Hyundai India Couture Week has served as the…
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Top Student Cities 2027: What Makes Them Stand Out?
Beyond the Rankings: What the QS Best Student Cities 2027 Reveals About the Future of Global Higher Education For generations, students searching for the perfect university asked a simple question: Which institution is the best? Today, that question has evolved into something far broader: Which city offers the best environment to study, live, work, and…
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Chandigarh School Hosts Prestigious Fulbright Teacher Delegation
Chandigarh Government School Earns Global Recognition as It Hosts Prestigious U.S. Fulbright Teacher Delegation Chandigarh | July 22, 2026 A government school in Chandigarh is making international headlines after being selected to host a delegation of American educators under one of the world’s most respected academic exchange initiatives—the Fulbright Program – Teachers for Global Classrooms.…
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Spain’s World Cup Triumph: A Lesson in Patience and Control
The Night Spain Rose Again How a patient masterpiece in New Jersey crowned a new world champion and brought Lionel Messi’s extraordinary World Cup journey to its poignant conclusion. Some football matches are decided by moments. Others are decided by ideas. The 2026 FIFA World Cup final was won by an idea that refused to…
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Clash of Titans: Argentina and Spain in World Cup Showdown
Legacy Meets the Future: Argentina and Spain Set for a World Cup Final That Could Define a Football Generation Some FIFA World Cup finals decide a champion. Others define an era. The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday promises to be one…
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Strengthening Ties: Cricket and Culture Unite India and Australia
Beyond the Boundary: India and Australia Strengthen Their Partnership Through Sport at the Melbourne Cricket Ground Few sporting venues command the reverence of the Melbourne Cricket Ground. For generations of cricket lovers, the iconic MCG has witnessed unforgettable Ashes battles, World Cup triumphs, Olympic ceremonies, and moments that have shaped sporting history. On July 10,…
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UNESCO World Heritage: India and Indonesia Unite at Prambanan
At Prambanan, India and Indonesia Celebrate a Shared Civilizational Legacy Some diplomatic moments are defined not by conference tables or signed agreements, but by the quiet power of history. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the majestic Prambanan Temple Compounds on July 8, 2026, was one such occasion—a reminder that the strongest international relationships are…
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USA Issues Special Stamp for Declaration of Independence Anniversary
A Stamp for an Enduring Promise: USPS Marks 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence On July 4, 2026, the United States celebrated far more than another Independence Day. It marked 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, the document that transformed thirteen British colonies into a nation founded on the revolutionary…
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QS World University Rankings 2027: Asia’s Rise in Global Education
QS World University Rankings 2027: The Global Higher Education Map Is Shifting East For years, the global university hierarchy has been defined by the enduring dominance of institutions in the United States and the United Kingdom. The newly released QS World University Rankings 2027 show that while those traditional powerhouses remain firmly entrenched at the…
