Category: Governments
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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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India’s Education Minister Oversees Atal Innovation Mission and WIPO Agreement
New Delhi, July 22, 2024 — Dharmendra Pradhan, the Education Minister of India, oversaw the signing of a Letter of Intent between the Atal Innovation Mission and the World Intellectual Property Organization. The objective is to advance India towards Viksit Bharat 2047, envisioned as an innovation-driven knowledge economy. The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is…
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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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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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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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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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UGC Notice: Updated List of Defaulting Universities 2024
New Delhi, July 2, 2024 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) India has issued a Public Notice, presenting the “Updated List” of Defaulting Universities that have not yet appointed Ombudsperson(s) as required by the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023. Source: UGC
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Amit Shah Unveils Progressive Criminal Laws for India’s Justice System
New Delhi, India, July 02, 2024 — Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation of India, Mr. Amit Shah, announced three new criminal laws at a press conference in New Delhi. These laws are designed to deliver justice to victims. The development of these laws involved extensive discussions with various stakeholders over four years. This…
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IMF Reviews US Economic Performance and Fiscal Outlook
IMF reports on the US Economy Washington, DC, June 27, 2024 — The IMF (International Monetary Fund) stated that although the US economy is performing well, the government should work on improving its fiscal position in the medium term by cutting spending and increasing revenue. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva informed reporters that the world’s…
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CBI Initiates Criminal Conspiracy Case on UGC Net 2024 Examination Integrity Compromise
New Delhi, June 23, 2024 — The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), India, has announced that it has registered a criminal case against unknown accused persons under Sections 120B (Criminal Conspiracy) and 420 (Cheating) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). CBI said that this action was prompted by a complaint from the Secretary of the…
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High-Level Committee to Reform Examination and Data Security Protocols | Ministry of Education, India
New Delhi, June 22, 2024 — The Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education has formed a High-Level Committee of Experts to ensure the transparent, smooth, and fair conduct of examinations and the declaration of results. The Committee will provide recommendations on: The Committee has been tasked with submitting its report to the Ministry within…
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