Category: Governments
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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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NAAC AQAR Submission: What HEIs Need to Know
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 2016-17 to 2022-23. Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) must adhere to the specified dates and time slots allocated for their respective regions when submitting…
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Armed Forces Medical Services Welcomes Its First Woman Leader
Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin has become the first woman to take over as the Armed Forces Medical Services DG. New Delhi, India, October 1, 2024 — On October 1, 2024, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin made history by becoming the first woman officer to assume the Director General, Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) role.…
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India’s Rise: 39th in Global Innovation Index 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates India’s rise to 39th position in the WIPO’s Global Innovation Index 2024. New Delhi / Geneva, September 28, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised India for reaching the 39th position among 133 global economies in the Global Innovation Index 2024, as announced by WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization).…
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Chandigarh University: Revolutionizing Education in Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW, India, Sept. 21, 2024 — The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Chandigarh University’s proposal to establish a new campus in Unnao, which is part of the State Capital Region (SCR) comprising Lucknow and five adjoining districts. Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay handed the authorization letter for the University’s establishment to Director Jai Inder Singh…
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Prime Minister Modi Addresses UN ‘Summit of the Future’
Prime Minister Modi of India addressed the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations. New York, September 23, 2924 — Prime Minister Modi spoke at the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations in New York today. The Summit’s theme is ‘Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow,’ and many world leaders are participating.…
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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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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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INDUS-X Summit 2024: Advancing India-USA Defense Innovation
New Delhi, September 13, 2024 — The INDUS-X Summit, organized by the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) and Stanford University in the USA, was a groundbreaking event focused on bolstering a collaborative defense innovation ecosystem between India and the USA. The recently concluded third edition of the Summit, held on 9-10 September 2024, showcased a…
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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…
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YUDH ABHYAS-2024: Joint India-USA Military Exercise in Rajasthan
New Delhi, India, September 9, 2024 — The 20th edition of the India-USA Joint Military Exercise YUDH ABHYAS-2024 started today at the Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan. The exercise will take place from September 9 to 22, 2024. YUDH ABHYAS has been conducted annually since 2004, alternately in India and the…
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Indian Army and Air Force MoU with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya for Logistics Skills Enhancement
New Delhi, India, September 9, 2024 — To enhance the skills and capabilities of their personnel, the Indian Army and Indian Air Force entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya in Vadodara. The MoU was signed in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Minister of Railways Shri Ashwini…
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Exclusive Membership Event: US Presidential Debate Viewing in DC
Washington, DC, September 06, 2024 — The National Press Club will tune in to the highly anticipated presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on Tuesday, September 10, starting at 8 p.m. in the Fourth Estate Room. Attend alongside your journalism colleagues to witness the live exchange of ideas and policies. Indulge in a…
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UGC Compendium of Regulations (1957-2023): Centralized Resource for Higher Education Institutions
The Education Minister of India releases the UGC Compendium of Regulations (1957-2023). New Delhi, India, September 4, 2024 — The Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, unveiled the UGC Compendium of Regulations (1957-2023) as a unified and dependable reference for all UGC rules. The presence of the Secretary of the Department of Higher Education,…
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Supreme Court 75th Anniversary Commemorative Stamp Unveiled by PM Modi
New Delhi, India, August 31, 2024 — Today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi unveiled a commemorative postage stamp to celebrate 75 years of the Supreme Court of India. The stamp was released during the inaugural session of the District Judges Conference held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Supreme Court Chief Justice Dr. D. Y.…
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Rahul Gandhi to Speak at National Press Club Headliners Newsmaker Event in Washington, D.C.
Washington, DC, August 28, 2024 — Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi will speak at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, September 10, at 2 p.m., for the Headliners Newsmaker event. He will focus on Indian democracy, freedom of speech, and sustainable and inclusive economic growth. This Headliners event is open to Credentialed…
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NAAC Accreditation: Important Announcement for All Higher Education Institutions in India
The Ministry of Education, Government of India, has approved the recommendations of the Dr. Radhakrishnan Committee for extensive reforms in Accreditation. Following these recommendations, the NAAC Executive Committee has developed an implementation plan that comprises two phases: Binary Accreditation and Maturity-based Graded Levels. The Committee has proposed that measures be taken during the transitional period…
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India’s Defence Minister Holds Strategic Talks in Washington, D.C.
Washington, DC, August 24, 2024 — On August 23, 2024, India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with the U.S. National Security Advisor, Mr. Jake Sullivan, at the White House in Washington, D.C. They discussed the developing geopolitical situation and important regional security issues. Additionally, they talked about the ongoing defense industrial collaboration projects between India…
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