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USPS Honors 250 Years of Military with Commemorative Stamps
The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled commemorative stamps celebrating the 250th anniversaries of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps. WASHINGTON, May 16, 2025 — The U.S. Postal Service is celebrating the release of three individual commemorative stamps that honor the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps. Each stamp pays…
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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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BrahMos Facility: Boosting India’s Defense Innovation
According to the Raksha Mantri (Defence Minister of India), Operation Sindoor is a military action symbolizing India’s political, social, and strategic willpower. New Delhi, India, May 11, 2025 — “Operation Sindoor was more than a military action; it symbolized India’s political and strategic resolve,” stated Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh during his virtual address at…
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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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IMF Spring Meetings 2025: Global Financial Stability at Stake
The International Monetary and Finance Committee (IMFC) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) met in Washington, DC. Washington, DC, April 28, 2025 — The International Monetary and Finance Committee (IMFC) of the IMF acknowledged significant uncertainty in trade and finance. However, they commended the co-operation among member countries on various agenda items during the Spring…
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UGC Regulations 2025: Impact on University Evaluations
New Delhi, India, April 25, 2025 — The National Education Policy 2020 has introduced several undergraduate and postgraduate program reforms. Among the recommendations are degree programs with varying durations, multiple entry and exit points, a blend of general education and vocational training, and the recognition of prior learning. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has notified…
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Chandigarh Gears Up for NEET-UG 2025
Chandigarh is preparing to serve as one of the centers for the National Testing Agency (NTA) in conducting the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. Deputy Commissioner Conducts Meeting to Finalize NEET-UG Preparations for May 4, 2025 Chandigarh, India, April 22, 2025 — A District-Level Coordination Committee meeting was held, chaired by Mr. Nishant Kumar Yadav,…
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Modi Hosts US Vice President: Key Talks on Trade and Cooperation
The Prime Minister of India hosted the Vice President of the United States. New Delhi, India, April 22, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the Vice President of the United States, the Honorable J.D. Vance, the Second Lady, Mrs. Usha Vance, their children, and senior members of the U.S. Administration. The Prime Minister…
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USPS Unveils Battlefields Stamps for America’s 250th Anniversary
New Stamps Honor the Battlefields of the American Revolution. CONCORD, Mass., April 20, 2025 — In collaboration with the U.S. National Park Service, the U.S. Postal Service held a ceremony at Minute Man National Historical Park to unveil its new Battlefields of the American Revolution stamps. The pane of 15 stamps commemorates the struggle for…
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UNESCO Adds Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra to Memory of the World
The Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra manuscripts have been inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. NEW DELHI, India, April 18, 2025 — UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register has added 74 new documentary heritage collections, including Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra manuscripts. According to UNESCO, entries from 72 countries and four international organizations…
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Aligning India’s AI Competency Framework with UNESCO Standards
Paris, France, April 11, 2025 — As the world’s most populous country, India, with its 1.4 billion citizens, has a unique opportunity to harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve public service delivery. Recognizing this opportunity, the government has introduced the Competency Framework for AI. Dr. Tawfik Jelassi, UNESCO’s Assistant Director-General for…
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IMF’s Kristalina Georgieva Warns on US Tariffs Impact
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has issued a statement addressing the recent announcement of tariffs by the United States. Washington, DC, April 7, 2025 — The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has released the following statement in response to the recent announcement of tariffs by…
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UNESCO and India Partner for AI Readiness Consultation
UNESCO, in collaboration with the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, will host the 3rd AI Readiness consultation in Hyderabad. New Delhi, India, April 7, 2025 — The UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia in New Delhi, together with the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Ikigai Law, which is the…
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Indian Army Commanders Conference: Focus on Security Reforms
The Army Commanders Conference has begun in New Delhi. New Delhi, India, April 2, 2025 — The Army Commanders’ Conference is taking place in New Delhi from April 1 to April 4, 2025. This conference provides a platform for senior leaders of the Indian Army to review and assess the overall security situation and discuss…
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Metrea Secures Air-to-Air Refueling Contract with Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force has awarded a contract for air-to-air refueling to Metrea. WASHINGTON, April 2, 2025 — Metrea, a leading commercial air-to-air refueling (AAR) provider, announced today that it has secured a contract with the Indian Air Force (IAF) to improve AAR training capabilities. As part of this contract, Metrea will deliver Flight Refueler…
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Timeless Connections: Coca-Cola and Its Impact in India
The True Essence of Timeless Connections: The Legacy of Coca-Cola in India. Mumbai, India, February14, 2025 — Coca-Cola India has articulated the significance of timeless connections and highlighted the brand’s enduring legacy in India as follows: “For over 138 years, Coca-Cola has been a vibrant symbol of joy and refreshment, uniting people across diverse regions…
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National Press Club Responds to AP Reporter Blockade
Washington, DC, February 14, 2025 — National Press Club President Mike Balsamo today issued the following statement after the White House blocked an Associated Press reporter from attending an executive order signing in the Oval Office: “Today’s action by the White House is a direct attack on press freedom. No administration gets to decide how…
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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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U.S.-India COMPACT: New Era of Military and Technological Cooperation
India and the USA launched a new initiative called “U.S.-India COMPACT” during the Prime Minister of India’s visit to the United States. Washington, DC, February 14, 2025 — The President of the United States of America, The Honorable Donald J. Trump hosted the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi for an Official Working Visit…
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