Category: Governments
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Chandigarh University Launches Campus Tank for Startups
The Science and Technology Minister of India has officially launched the Chandigarh University Campus Tank. New Delhi, India, September 6, 2025 — Dr. Jitendra Singh, India’s Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, highlighted that the country’s future growth will rely increasingly on establishing a “startup-linked economy” through robust partnerships within…
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SCO Summit 2025: Modi’s Stance on Security and Development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India participated in the 25th SCO Summit held in Tianjin, China. Tianjin, China, September 1, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India participated in the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), which took place in Tianjin, China, from August 31…
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Modi and Xi Strengthen India-China Relations at SCO Summit
Prime Minister Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. New Delhi, India, August 31, 2025 — Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India met with Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) leaders’ summit in Tianjin. Both leaders expressed their satisfaction with the positive momentum and steady…
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Meet the Contesting Candidates for India’s 2025 Vice-Presidential Polls
New Delhi, August 27, 2025 — The Secretariat of the Vice President of India has issued the following press communique: Vice President’s Secretariat PRESS COMMUNIQUE August 27, 2025 Contesting Candidates for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025. After the last date for withdrawal of candidature on August 25, 2025, the following two are the contesting candidates for…
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e VITARA: India’s Step Towards Global Electric Vehicle Market
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and flagged off the “e VITARA,” Suzuki’s first Made-in-India global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle. “Make in India, Make for the World. Starting today, electric vehicles manufactured in India will be exported to 100 countries. Additionally, hybrid battery electrode manufacturing is also commencing today. The world will drive electric vehicles that…
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National Press Club Honors Robert Costa with Fourth Estate Award
Robert Costa of CBS News will receive the National Press Club’s Highest Honor. WASHINGTON, DC, August 24, 2025 — Robert Costa, a national correspondent for “CBS Sunday Morning” and the chief Washington analyst for CBS News, will receive the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Award at a gala held in his honor in Washington, D.C.…
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President of India’s Greetings for Janmashtami 2025
Greetings from the President of India on Janmashtami. New Delhi, August 16, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu conveyed her message on Janmashtami as follows: “On the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, a festival characterized by joy and enthusiasm, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both within…
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Modi’s Independence Day Speech 2025: Path to Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Modi’s Independence Day Address: A Vision for Reform, Self-Reliance, and Empowering Every Indian. New Delhi, India, August 15, 2025 — On the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation, delivering an inspiring message that celebrated India’s remarkable journey toward self-reliance and transformation. He reflected on the significant strides the country has…
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Future-Ready Regulations: World Economic Forum Launches GRIP Initiative
The World Economic Forum has launched a new global platform to reimagine regulation in the era of disruptive technology. – The initiative will unite global industry experts to create adaptive strategies for rapidly evolving sectors such as AI, healthcare, and digital finance. – This platform will test innovative solutions and provide practical tools to help…
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World Lion Day 2025: Celebrating Asiatic Lions in Gujarat
World Lion Day is an annual international event celebrated on August 10. World Lion Day 2025 will be celebrated in Gujarat, India. New Delhi, India, August 9, 2025 — The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in collaboration with the Forest and Environment Department of the Government of Gujarat, will celebrate World Lion Day…
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Election Commission of India Notification: Vice-Presidential Election Schedule
The Election Commission of India has issued a Notification on the Schedule for the Vice-Presidential Election in 2025. – Voting will take place on September 9, 2025, if needed. – The deadline for nominations is August 21, 2025. New Delhi, India, August 7, 2025 — Today, the Election Commission published a notification in the Gazette…
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IMF Forecast: India to Achieve 6.4% Growth Rate in Upcoming Years
The IMF projects that India will achieve a robust growth rate of 6.4% in both 2025 and 2026, driven by strong economic reforms that ensure stability. WASHINGTON, DC, August 5, 2025 — India is set to achieve a robust growth rate of 6.4 percent in the fiscal years 2025 and 2026. This impressive trajectory is…
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Election Schedule for Vice President of India 2025: What You Need to Know
Election for the Office of the Vice President of India, 2025 (17th Vice Presidential Election) New Delhi, India, August 01, 2025 — The Election Commission of India has made the following announcement: The Office of the Vice-President of India has fallen vacant in view of the Notification No. S.O. 3354(E), dated 22.07.2025, of the Ministry…
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Tariffs, Trade, and Growth: Insights from IMF’s Latest Forecast
The IMF has released its World Economic Outlook Update for July 2025. Washington, DC, July 29, 2025 — Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, Economic Counsellor and Director of the Research Department at the IMF, made the following remarks on the July 2025 IMF World Economic Outlook Update. According to the IMF, the global economy is facing a tenuous…
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International Tiger Day 2025: India’s Commitment to Wildlife Conservation
Happy International Tiger Day! Celebrations for Global Tiger Day 2025 are taking place today in New Delhi, India. New Delhi, India, July 29, 205 — Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, presided over the celebrations of Global Tiger Day 2025, which were held today at the National Zoological Park in New…
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WIPO Announces 2025 Global Awards Winners: Driving Change and Impact
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Announces the Winners of the 2025 Global Awards: Celebrating Innovation and Impact Driven by Intellectual Property. Photos: 2025 WIPO Global Awards Ceremony. WIPO Director General Daren Tang presented the winners with their 2025 WIPO Global Awards at a ceremony held during the WIPO Assemblies in Geneva, Switzerland, from July 8…
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Election Commission Appoints Returning Officer for 2025 Vice President Election
Election of the Vice President of India, 2025 New Delhi, India, July 25, 2025 — The Election Commission of India has appointed a Returning Officer and Assistant Returning Officers for the Election of the Vice President of India, 2025. The Election Commission of India, under Article 324, is mandated to conduct the election to the…
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India-UK Sign CETA: Boosting Economic Ties
India and the UK have signed a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). London, July 24, 2025 — India and the United Kingdom have made a significant advancement in strengthening their economic partnership by signing the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) today. The agreement was signed by Commerce and Industry Minister Mr. Piyush Goyal…
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UNESCO Responds to US Withdrawal: Audrey Azoulay’s Statement
Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, released a statement regarding the United States’ withdrawal from UNESCO. Paris, July 22, 2025 — Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, has issued the following statement regarding the withdrawal of the United States from UNESCO: “I deeply regret President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from UNESCO once…
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IMF’s Gita Gopinath Returns to Harvard as Economics Professor
Gita Gopinath, the First Deputy Managing Director, will leave the IMF to return to the Harvard Faculty of Economics. Washington, DC, July 22, 2025 — Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), announced today that Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director, will leave the Fund at the end of August to return…
