Category: Governments
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IMF Strategies for a Changing World
Building Resilience in an Uncertain World: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva at the 2025 IMF & World Bank Annual Meetings Washington, DC, October 21, 2025 — On October 17, 2025, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva delivered her speech at the Annual Meetings Plenary. In an era increasingly characterized by unpredictable fluctuations, the leading official of…
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NPC Press Freedom Center Expands Advisory Board for Global Impact
Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club in Washington, DC, announces an expanded Advisory Board. WASHINGTON, DC, October 17, 2025 — The Press Freedom Center, housed within the historic National Press Club in Washington, DC, has officially announced the expansion of its Advisory Board. This distinguished group of journalists, advocates, and thought leaders will…
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President of India Hosts Army Chiefs from UN Troop Contributing Countries
Army Chiefs and Vice-Chiefs from Troop Contributing Countries Call on the President at the Army Chiefs’ Conclave. As custodians of peace, we must create a world where every child sleeps safely, every community thrives in harmony, and conflicts are confined to history. — President Droupadi Murmu ENLARGE THE ABOVE PHOTO New Delhi, India, October 16,…
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RBI Governor Malhotra: A Confident Outlook for India
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra at the IMF Annual Meetings: India’s Resilient Position in an Uncertain World When central bankers and finance ministers gather in Washington, D.C., each October for the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, the world pays close attention. These meetings involve more than just charts, forecasts,…
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Chandigarh’s Vision for a World-Class Tourist Destination
The Administrator of Chandigarh participated in the Tourism Ministers’ conference for States and Union Territories held in Udaipur. Udaipur, Rajasthan, October 15, 2025 — A two-day conference for State and Union Territories Tourism Ministers is being held in Udaipur on October 14-15. The focus of the conference is on developing tourist destinations that meet global…
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IMF Raises India’s GDP Growth Forecast to 6.6% for 2025-2026
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its Global Financial Stability Report The IMF has raised its forecast for India’s GDP growth to 6.6% for the fiscal year 2025-2026. Washington, DC, October 14, 2025 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India’s GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal year to 6.6 percent, up…
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RBI Governor to Feature at IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings 2025
Governor of the Reserve Bank of India to Speak at “Governor Talks” During the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings. On October 15, 2025, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India will prominently feature in the prestigious “Governor Talks” session during the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank…
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Maria Corina Machado: Nobel Peace Prize 2025 Winner
Nobel Peace Prize 2025 Announcement by the Norwegian Nobel Committee October 10, 2025 “The Nobel Peace Prize for 2025 goes to a brave and committed champion of peace – to a woman who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness.“ The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize…
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India’s Role in Global Growth Highlighted at 2025 IMF Meetings
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Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the IMF, delivered the opening speech for the 2025 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings on October 8, 2025. ENLARGE THE ABOVE PHOTO Kristalina Georgieva delivered her opening speech at the 2025 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings, focusing on global economic resilience, debt sustainability, and the urgent need for multilateral cooperation to…
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Public Self Disclosure: UGC’s Transparency Directive for Indian Universities
“Public Self Disclosure” by Universities in India New Delhi, India, October 7, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has released a PUBLIC NOTICE informing the public that it has instructed all universities in the country to display all relevant information as a single document on their websites. This document is to be…
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MONDIACULT 2025: UNESCO’s World Conference on Culture
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Cultural Ministers and delegations from around the world gathered in Barcelona for MONDIACULT, UNESCO’s largest World Conference on Cultural Policies. ENLARGE THE ABOVE PHOTO Barcelona, Spain, October 3, 2025 — Amidst a period of heightened geopolitical tensions and numerous crises, over 160 countries convened in Barcelona for MONDIACULT, UNESCO’s largest World Conference on Cultural Policies,…
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President Murmu’s Greetings for Vijayadashami 2025
The President of India’s Greetings on Vijayadashami. New Delhi, India, October 2, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu has extended her greetings to fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra. In her message, the President said: “On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my warm greetings…
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Chandigarh Cannot Directly Deal with UNESCO
Chandigarh does not have the authority to engage directly with UNESCO. Chandigarh, India, September 28, 2025 — Recently, some local newspapers in Chandigarh incorrectly reported that officials from the Chandigarh Administration had met with representatives from UNESCO in Geneva to submit a proposal for consideration. The information given was not entirely accurate. The Times of…
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Guterres Calls for United Nations Reform in 80th Assembly Opening
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General Debate of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly United Nations, New York, September 28, 2025 — In his opening remarks for the general debate of the eightieth session of the General Assembly, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized that the establishment of the Organization was a deliberate choice for cooperation instead…
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Improving Governance: Kataria Meets Modi on Higher Education in Chandigarh
New Delhi, India, September 23, 2025 — Gulab Chand Kataria, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi today. During their meeting, he informed the Prime Minister about the current situation in Punjab and Chandigarh, as well as the key developmental priorities for the region.…
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World Tourism Day 2025: UN Calls for Sustainable Actions
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United Nations, New York, September 21, 2025 — UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ Message for World Tourism Day — Observed on September 27: “Tourism is a powerful driver of transformation. “It creates jobs, fuels local economies, supports infrastructure, and contributes to development beyond just gross domestic product (GDP). “Tourism strengthens connections between people and places. It…
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India’s Rise in the Global Innovation Index 2025
Key Insights and Highlights from the Report Global Rankings – Top 5 Innovators: For the 15th consecutive year, Switzerland ranks first, followed by Sweden in second, the United States in third, the Republic of Korea in fourth, and Singapore in fifth. – New Entrants and Rising Stars: China has entered the top 10 for the…
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UNESCO’s Digital Learning Week 2025: Rethinking AI in Education
Paris, France, September 15, 2025 — UNESCO’s Digital Learning Week 2025, which took place last week in Paris, examined the impact of artificial intelligence on education and its implications for learners, educators, and education systems around the globe. It raises important questions: Do we still need classrooms, teachers, administrators, and textbooks? The event challenged the…
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C. P. Radhakrishnan Sworn In as India’s New Vice President
PRESIDENT OF INDIA ADMINISTERS THE OATH OF OFFICE TO SHRI C. P. RADHAKRISHNAN AS VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA. New Delhi, India, September 12, 2025 — The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, administered the Oath of Office of Vice President of India to Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan at a Swearing-in-Ceremony held at Ganatantra Mandap, Rashtrapati…
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C.P. Radhakrishnan Elected Vice President of India
C.P. Radhakrishnan has been elected as the Vice President of India. New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan was elected as the 15th Vice President of India on Tuesday, making him the third leader from Tamil Nadu to hold this esteemed position. Radhakrishnan succeeds Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned as Vice President on July…
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