Category: Culture
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Celebrating 142 Years of Punjab University
Punjab University is observing its 142nd Anniversary. Lahore, Pakistan, October 14, 2024 — The University of the Punjab, also known as Punjab University, is a prestigious public research university in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. It is the country’s oldest and largest public-sector university and is celebrating its 142nd Anniversary today. Established on October 14, 1882, the…
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President Murmu and PM Modi Attend Dussehra at Red Fort
New Delhi, India, October 12, 2024 — The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) celebrations at Red Fort in Delhi on October 12, 2024. Photos: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) celebrations at Red Fort in…
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Nihon Hidankyo Wins Nobel Peace Prize 2024
THE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE 2024 ANNOUNCEMENT The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize for 2024 to the Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo. This grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, also known as Hibakusha, is receiving the Peace Prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of…
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2024 Nobel Prize in Literature Goes to Han Kang
The Swedish Academy has awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature 2024 to the South Korean author Han Kang. THE NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE 2024 Stockholm October 10, 2024 “The Nobel Prize in Literature 2024 is awarded to the South Korean author Han Kang, ‘for her intense poetic prose that confronts historical traumas and exposes the…
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University of Oxford Tops World University Rankings 2025
Times Higher Education Announces 2025 World University Rankings. London, October 9, 2024 — Times Higher Education (THE) has released its World University Rankings 2025. The University of Oxford has secured the top position, while the Massachusetts Institute of Technology holds the second position. The ranking encompasses 2,092 universities from 115 countries or regions, with at…
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NAAC AQAR Submission: What HEIs Need to Know
The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), India, has notified all higher education institutions regarding submitting their pending Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQARs). Bangalore, India, October 9, 2024 — Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) should note that the deadline for submission of pending Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQARs) has been extended to cover Data Collection Years…
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2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Breakthroughs in Protein Engineering
David Bake, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA, and Demis Hassabis and John M. Jumper of Google DeepMind, London, are awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for 2024. They cracked the code for proteins’ structures. Stockholm, October 09, 2024 — The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Chemistry…
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2024 Nobel Prize in Physics: Hopfield and Hinton’s AI Breakthroughs
John J. Hopfield of Princeton University and Geoffrey E. Hinton of the University of Toronto are awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for 2024. Stockholm, October 08, 2024 — The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Physics for 2024 to John J. Hopfield of Princeton University, NJ, USA,…
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Discover the Sixty Strikes Cricket at the University of Texas Dallas with Sachin Tendulkar joining the National Cricket League USA.
National Cricket League USA launches “Cricket for Good”: Billions can watch a purpose-driven tournament. Cricket for a Better Tomorrow: The National Cricket League USA (NCL) Unites Fans with Compassion and Impact at the University of Texas, Dallas (UT Dallas). DALLAS, Texas, October 5, 2024 — The National Cricket League (NCL) is poised to make a…
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Join the U.S. Vice Presidential Debate Viewing Party
Watch the U.S. Vice Presidential debate at the National Press Club on October 1, Tuesday. Washington, DC, September 30, 2024 — The National Press Club will host a viewing party for the debate between Democratic candidate Tim Walz and Republican candidate JD Vance on Tuesday, October 1, starting at 9 p.m. Club members and guests…
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International Cricket Meets America: Sixty Strikes Tournament at the University of Texas at Dallas
American Cricket: The NCL (National Cricket League) Sixty Strikes Tournament at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) Reaches Global Stage. DALLAS, September 24, 2024 — The National Cricket League (NCL) has achieved three significant milestones for the upcoming 2024 Sixty Strikes Tournament: approval from the International Cricket Council (ICC), the appointment of Haroon…
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Chandigarh University: Revolutionizing Education in Uttar Pradesh
Chandigarh University is establishing a world-class futuristic campus in the Lucknow State Capital Region. The UP state government has given Chandigarh University an ‘Authorization Letter’ for the first-generation AI-integrated campus. Starting in the 2025-26 academic session, it will offer 45 futuristic courses. LUCKNOW, India, Sept. 21, 2024 — The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Chandigarh…
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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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Bata Celebrates 130 Years with ‘Make Your Way’ Campaign
Bata unveils brand evolution. Celebrates 130 years with a new brand campaign: “Make Your Way.” LAUSANNE, Switzerland, September 19, 2024 — Bata, a leading footwear company, is celebrating its 130th anniversary with a new brand campaign called “Make Your Way.” This milestone celebrates Bata’s rich heritage and marks an exciting evolution to position the brand…
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Modi-Biden Meeting: Strengthening India-US Ties
Statement from the Prime Minister of India’s Office on the Prime Minister’s Meeting with the President of USA in Wilmington, Delaware. Prime Minister’s Office Prime Minister meets with President of USA in Wilmington, Delaware. SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with the President of the United States of America, H.E. Mr. Joseph…
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Prime Minister of India’s Departure Statement ahead of his Visit to the United States of America
Prime Minister Modi of India is en route to the USA, where he will attend various programs, including the Quad Summit, a community program, the Summit of the Future at the United Nations, and other bilateral meetings. Prime Minister’s Office Prime Minister’s Departure Statement ahead of his Visit to the United States of America SEPTEMBER…
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WorldSkills Lyon 2024: Celebrating Global Talent and Success
WorldSkills Lyon 2024: Talented Winners, Long-lasting Legacy LYON, France, Sept. 19, 2024 — The 47th WorldSkills Competition has officially ended after a week of intense competition. The event marked the conclusion of an exciting journey for 1,400 young professionals worldwide. Over four days, participants from nearly 70 countries and regions competed in 59 different skill…
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2024 Student Academy Awards: Winners Announced
Academy reveals the Winners of the 2024 Student Academy Awards. The International Student Film Awards ceremony will be held in London. All winning films are now eligible for the 97th Oscars. Featured Photo: Oscar nominee Nazrin Choudhury arrives on the red carpet of the 96th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on Sunday,…
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WorldSkills Lyon 2024: Global Competition Showcasing 1,400 Participants from 70+ Countries
LYON, France, Sept. 13, 2024 — The WorldSkills Lyon 2024 competition, a truly global event, began on Sept. 10 in Lyon, France, and will continue until Sept. 15. Around 1,400 participants from nearly 70 countries and regions are showcasing their skills in 59 different categories, including construction technology, fashion, personal services, engineering, and more. The…
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Rahul Gandhi Addresses Indian Democracy and Foreign Policy at National Press Club in Washington DC
Washington, D.C., September 11, 2024 — Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the “Lok Sabha,” the lower house of the Indian parliament, delivered a keynote address at the Headliners Newsmaker forum in Washington, D.C., on September 10 and engaged with the press at the distinguished National Press Club. Rahul Gandhi leads the Indian…
