Category: Governments
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UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference: A New Era in Samarkand
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UNESCO’s Samarkand Moment: A Global Conference at the Crossroads of Civilizations By CitiTimes Editorial Desk When UNESCO chose Samarkand, Uzbekistan, as the venue for its 43rd General Conference (October 30 – November 13, 2025), it wasn’t just a logistical decision—it was a symbolic one. For the first time in over four decades, the General Conference…
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UGC Directs Vice-Chancellors to Observe Vigilance Awareness Week 2025
Universities Must Stay Vigilant: UGC The University Grants Commission (UGC) has directed all universities in India to observe Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 from October 27 to November 2, 2025. In its communication to Vice Chancellors, the UGC emphasized that this observance should not be limited to university campuses but should also encompass all affiliated colleges…
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Celebrating 100 Years of the WIPO Hague System
100 Years of Design Excellence: A Look at the WIPO Hague System The World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Hague System for the International Registration of Industrial Designs is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a century of streamlining global design protection. Established by treaty in The Hague in 1925, the system has evolved from a small…
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Vice President Praises India’s Performance in QS Rankings
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the 3rd Convocation Ceremony of SRM University Delhi-NCR in Sonepat, Haryana. New Delhi, India, November 7, 2025 — Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the 3rd Convocation Ceremony of SRM University Delhi-NCR in Sonepat, Haryana, as the Chief Guest today. In his address to the gathering, the Vice-President praised the…
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New York City Elects Zohran Mamdani: A New Era of Leadership
Zohran Mamdani Elected Mayor of New York City: A Historic Milestone New York City has ushered in a new era of leadership with the election of Zohran Mamdani as its mayor, marking a historic moment in the city’s political landscape. Mamdani’s victory is notable not only for its generational significance but also for the cultural…
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QS Asia University Rankings 2026: Key Insights
QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026 QS Quacquarelli Symonds has released the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026, revealing a region that is expanding in scale, diversifying in quality, and accelerating in research and international engagement. The University of Hong Kong has risen to first place, overtaking Peking University, which now holds second place. Nanyang…
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World Cities Day 2025: Innovations for Sustainable Urban Living
World Cities Day 2025: Building People-Centred Smart Cities Every year on October 31, people around the world celebrate World Cities Day. This observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013 (Resolution A/RES/68/239). World Cities Day marks the conclusion of Urban October, a month dedicated to raising awareness about sustainable urban development and…
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Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 Kicks Off in India
The Central Vigilance Commission of India has launched Vigilance Awareness Week 2025. New Delhi, India, October 27, 2025 — Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 began today with the administration of the integrity pledge to the Commission officials at Satarkata Bhawan, New Delhi. Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 will be observed from October 27 to November 2, 2025,…
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Diwali 2025: Presidential Message from the White House
The White House Diwali Photos: President Donald Trump participates in a Diwali celebration, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in the Oval Office. (Official White House Photos by Molly Riley). Presidential Message on Diwali The White House October 20, 2025 Today, I send my best wishes to every American celebrating Diwali—the “Festival of Lights.” For many Americans,…
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Beware of Unrecognized Degrees: UGC Alert
The University Grants Commission has issued a warning about a Fake University. New Delhi, India, October 25, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India has released a Public Notice concerning an institution that is offering unrecognized degrees. According to the UGC announcement, the institution is offering various degree programs that violate the rules,…
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India Government Approves 328 More Electric Buses for Chandigarh
The Government of India has approved an additional 328 electric buses for Chandigarh, bringing the total to 428. Significant Progress Towards Achieving a Carbon-Free Chandigarh. Chandigarh, India, October 24, 2025 — The Government of India has approved 328 additional electric buses under the PM-e-Bus Service Scheme, marking a significant milestone in Chandigarh’s initiative to become…
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UNCTAD 16: Future of Global Trade and Sustainable Development
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UNCTAD 16: Shaping the Future of Global Trade and Development Geneva, Switzerland, October 23, 2025 — The 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD16) commenced in Geneva with the theme “Shaping the future: Driving economic transformation for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development.” The four-day conference, scheduled from October 20 to 23, brought together…
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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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