Category: Countries
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2024 Fortune Global 500 Revealed: Walmart Tops List Again
NEW YORK, August 5, 2024—Fortune has just released the 2024 Fortune Global 500™, the list of the world’s largest corporations ranked by revenue for the 2023 fiscal year. Walmart, the Arkansas-based retailer, has maintained its No. 1 position for the 11th consecutive year, followed by Amazon at No. 2, State Grid at No. 3, Saudi…
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Introduces Modern Criminal Justice System in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, India, August 4, 2024 — The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, launched the e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti, and e-Summon apps for the three new criminal laws in Chandigarh today. The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, and the Union Home Secretary were among the…
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United Nations University and University of Tokyo Co-host 2024 ACUNS Meeting
Tokyo/New York, August 2, 2024 — Two esteemed institutions, the United Nations University and the University of Tokyo, co-hosted the Academic Council on the United Nations System (ACUNS) Annual Meeting 2024. The 2024 ACUNS Annual Meeting provided a crucial platform for practitioners and scholars worldwide to explore the urgent theme of ‘Global Governance and Sustainable…
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46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session Concludes in New Delhi, India
New Delhi, India, July 31, 2024 — The 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone in global heritage preservation. This event, hosted for the first time in India, brought together leaders and experts from all over the world. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay, and various other…
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IOC’s Consumer-Friendly Anti-Counterfeiting Measures for Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Paris, July 30, 2024 — With support from relevant authorities and key stakeholders, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Paris 2024 Organising Committee are taking decisive action to combat intellectual property (IP) infringements, including counterfeit Olympic-branded merchandise. These efforts are crucial to protecting consumers and ensuring that revenues from official merchandise sales can continue…
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Thrilling Action at Paris 2024 Olympic Games: Opening Ceremony and Competitions
Paris, July 27, 2024 — After the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, competitions in the Olympic events in archery, football, handball, and rugby sevens have begun in Paris and across France, treating fans to thrilling action. The men’s rugby sevens tournament drew sellout crowds to the Stade de France for group-stage matches…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates 46th World Heritage Committee Session at Bharat Mandapam
New Delhi, India, July 21, 2024 — Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly inaugurated the 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The World Heritage Committee convenes annually to oversee all matters related to World Heritage sites and make critical decisions about which sites should be inscribed on the…
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Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session in New Delhi
New Delhi, India, July 20, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi will open the 46th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee at 7 PM on July 21, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Mr. Modi will address the gathering. The Session will take place from July 21 to July 31, 2024, at Bharat…
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University of Leeds Marks 25 Years of Engagement in India
The University of Leeds celebrates 25 Years of Engagement in India. NEW DELHI, India, July 18, 2024 — The University of Leeds is celebrating 25 years of engagement in India with a senior delegation visit and a series of events. A senior-level delegation recently visited India, recognizing the country’s increasing importance within the University’s internationalization…
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Deakin University Awards 100% Scholarship to 10 Indian Students
NEW DELHI, July 17, 2024 — Deakin University has awarded the Vice-Chancellor’s Meritorious 100% Scholarship to 10 Indian students after an extensive search for deserving students in India. Ten deserving students, including Vishrut Goswami, Aditi Mishra, Tamanna Kalra, Tia Kapoor, Tanvir Kaur Sohi, Tisha Vyas, Hasnain Reza Bilal, Mathanki, and Aarav Verma, have been honored…
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IMF World Economic Outlook: July 2024 Update
The IMF has released its update on the World Economic Outlook for July 2024. WASHINGTON DC, July 16, 2024 — According to the IMF, global growth is expected to match the forecast from April 2024, at 3.2 percent in 2024 and 3.3 percent in 2025. However, different momentum in economic activity at the start of…
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Chandigarh University: Nurturing Olympic Talent for Paris 2024
Eight Chandigarh University students to represent India in the Paris Olympics 2024. CHANDIGARH, India, July 15, 2024 — Chandigarh University values sports as much as academics. The university plays a crucial role in developing students’ athletic abilities and helping them succeed in national and international sports competitions. Culturing a sports-centric environment at Chandigarh University has…
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IMF Agrees to $7 Billion Loan for Pakistan’s Economic Reforms
The IMF and Pakistan have agreed on a 37-month Extended Fund Facility. The International Monetary Fund has agreed to loan Pakistan $7 billion to support its struggling economy, with Islamabad promising that this would be the last time it sought assistance from the Washington-based lender. It marks the 24th time Pakistan has received funds from…
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NASA Celebrates 55th Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon Landing
NASA to Commemorate 55th Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon Landing. WASHINGTON, July 12, 2024 — The upcoming July 20, 2024, marks the 55th anniversary of the momentous Apollo 11 moon landing. From July 15 to July 25, 2024, NASA will host in-person and virtual events to honor this historic achievement. These events will pay tribute…
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UNESCO Selects Abu Dhabi as Host City for 2025 International Jazz Day
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, has been chosen as the Global Host City for International Jazz Day 2025. PARIS, WASHINGTON, and ABU DHABI, July 12, 2024 — Abu Dhabi has been chosen as the 2025 International Jazz Day host city. This annual event, celebrated on April 30, honors the spirit of artistic freedom and the…
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Deakin University Welcomes Inaugural Students to GIFT City Campus in Gujarat, India
Deakin University proudly welcomes its inaugural batch of students to the GIFT City Campus in Gujarat, India. (GIFT City is short for Gujarat International Finance Tec-City). GANDHINAGAR, India, July 10, 2024 — Deakin University has achieved a significant milestone by welcoming its first group of students to the GIFT City Campus in Gujarat, India. Deakin…
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Project PARI: Elevating Delhi’s Aesthetic Essence for UNESCO 46th Session
Bringing Aesthetic Grandeur to Delhi for the UNESCO World Heritage Committee Meeting. In conjunction with the 46th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee Meeting in New Delhi from July 21 to 31, 2024, the Ministry of Culture, Government of India has introduced Project PARI (Public Art of India). With the support of Lalit Kala…
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India to Host 46th UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session in New Delhi
India, a country with a rich cultural and political heritage, will proudly host the New Delhi UNESCO World Heritage Committee session from July 21 to 31. The 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee will take place at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event expects over 2,500 delegates from 195 countries, including…
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Prime Minister Modi Hosts ICC T20 World Cup Winners, 2024: Exclusive Group Photograph & Hindi Interaction
Prime Minister Modi hosts ICC T20 World Cup Winners, 2024. New Delhi, July 04, 2024 — The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, hosted the ICC T20 World Cup-winning Indian Men’s Cricket Team at his residence today. Photos: PM Modi with Jasprit Bumrah / Shivam Dubey / Arshdeep Singh. Source: Prime Minister’s Office
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New US Flag Stamps: A Symbol of American History and Unity
US Postal Service Issues New US Flag Stamps. The United States Postal Service celebrates the red, white, and blue by issuing US flags and four new stamps showcasing the national US banner. The four stamps depict Old Glory flying at different times of the day. Although the shapes and colors of the clouds change, the…
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