Category: leadership
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Military Tensions Rise in Strait of Hormuz
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Trump’s Order Raises the Stakes in Hormuz The crisis in the world’s most sensitive energy corridor has just taken a sharp turn. On April 23, 2026, Donald Trump publicly ordered the U.S. Navy to stop Iranian small boats found deploying naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz—a directive that signals a shift from deterrence to…
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From Presidents to YouTubers: Who Really Runs the World?
TIME100 2026: The New Anatomy of Influence By CitiTimes Editorial Desk TIME has revealed the 2026 TIME100, its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Influence used to be easy to spot. It wore a title, held office, commanded institutions. Not anymore. The 2026 TIME100 list doesn’t just catalog power—it dismantles…
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US Naval Blockade: Impact on India’s Energy Security
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Hormuz Under Siege: What the US Naval Blockade Means for India No closure. No chaos—yet. But in Hormuz, even a “limited” blockade is enough to rattle India’s economic core. The Strait of Hormuz—that narrow maritime artery through which nearly 20% of the world’s oil flows—has once again become the epicenter of geopolitical confrontation. But this…
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Modi-Trump Call: Strengthening US-India Relations
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Modi-Trump Phone Call: April 14, 2026 On April 14, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation lasting nearly 40 minutes. This marked their first direct engagement since the US-Iran ceasefire. Key Topics Discussed Bilateral Relations The leaders reviewed progress in India-US cooperation across multiple sectors. Both reaffirmed their…
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Global Economic Turmoil: IMF, IEA, and World Bank’s Stark Warning
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Shockwaves Without Borders: The IMF–IEA–World Bank Warning the World Can’t Ignore April 2026 may well be remembered not just for a war, but for the global system stress test it has triggered. Washington DC: The Heads of the International Monetary Fund, the International Energy Agency, and the World Bank Group met today and issued a…
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Russia and China Veto UN Resolution on Strait of Hormuz
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Strait of Hormuz Showdown at the UN: Vetoes Stall Global Response ENLARGE April 7, 2026, marked a decisive yet divisive moment at the United Nations. A Bahrain-sponsored draft resolution aimed at safeguarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints—failed to pass after vetoes from Russia and China, underscoring the…
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IEA-IMF-World Bank Pact: A Coordinated Response to Global Crises
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A World on Edge, Institutions in Sync: Why the IEA–IMF–World Bank Pact Matters Now Washington, DC | April 2, 2026 At moments when global systems begin to fracture, the true test of international governance is not rhetoric—but coordination. The joint decision by the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, and World Bank Group to form…
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Tele-Law: Transforming Justice in Digital India
Bridging Justice with Technology: Inside India’s Tele-Law Transformation New Delhi | March 29, 2026 In a rapidly digitising India, the promise of justice is no longer confined to courtrooms—it is increasingly being delivered through screens, voices, and intelligent systems. At the National Consultation 2026 on the Tele-Law initiative, India’s Vice President, C. P. Radhakrishnan, laid…
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Strait of Hormuz: The Oil Artery at the Brink
Strait of Hormuz on Edge: Trump’s Deadline Diplomacy Meets Iran’s Maritime Grip As the Iran–US–Israel conflict intensifies into one of the most consequential geopolitical crises of 2026, the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most critical oil artery—has become both a battleground and a bargaining chip. Nearly a month into escalations that began in late February, the…
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Degrees, Dreams, and a Call to Serve: Over 1.2 Lakh Students Graduate at Delhi University’s 102nd Convocation
More Than a Degree: Inside Delhi University’s 102nd Convocation Where 1.2 Lakh Futures Took Flight By CitiTimes Editorial Desk | New Delhi On a crisp February morning in Delhi, ceremonial robes, proud families, and camera flashes came together to mark one of India’s largest academic celebrations. At the University of Delhi’s 102nd Convocation, more than…
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UN Chief Urges Responsible AI Development at India Summit
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AI Governance Must Be Grounded in Science and Human Rights, Says UN Chief at India AI Impact Summit 2026 New Delhi, February 20, 2026 — The India AI Impact Summit has emerged as one of the world’s foremost platforms exploring how artificial intelligence can be governed responsibly and used inclusively. Now in its 2026 edition,…
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Vice-President Radhakrishnan on AI’s Impact in India
Vice-President Radhakrishnan Says AI Will ‘Transform India’s Future’ Across Health, Education, and Governance ENLARGE ENLARGE New Delhi, February 20, 2026 — Artificial intelligence will redefine how India learns, heals, and governs itself, Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said on Friday, expressing confidence that the technology will open up “entirely new opportunities and jobs” while making…
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Global AI Leaders Unite at India Summit 2026
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India AI Impact Summit 2026: A Defining Moment for the AI Age The global AI conversation has officially arrived in India — and in spectacular fashion. On February 19, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, declaring Artificial Intelligence a civilizational turning point—one that could redefine humanity’s…
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The India We Imagine: Highlights from Harvard’s 2026 Conference
India Conference at Harvard 2026: A Global Forum on “The India We Imagine” The India Conference at Harvard 2026, held on February 14–15, 2026, marked the 23rd annual edition of one of the most influential student-led global forums in the United States. Organized by students across Harvard’s schools—including the Kennedy School and Business School—the event…
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Mark Schoeff Jr. Takes Office as NPC President
Mark Schoeff Jr. Inaugurated as 119th President of the National Press Club On a snowy February evening in Washington, D.C., the National Press Club welcomed its 119th president: Mark Schoeff Jr., a seasoned journalist whose career has spanned politics, think tanks, and financial services reporting. A Journalist’s Journey Schoeff currently covers legislation and regulations affecting…
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India’s Leaders Gather for WEF 2026
WEF 2026: India Readies a Power-Packed Presence in Davos By CitiTimes Editorial Desk India is preparing a strong and diverse representation at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026, to be held in Davos, Switzerland. With senior political leaders, top state heads, and more than 100 leading CEOs in attendance, India’s delegation reflects the country’s…
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President Murmu Inspires Graduates at GNDU Convocation
President Murmu Urges Graduates to Use Education as a Tool for Nation-Building at GNDU Convocation Amritsar, January 15, 2026: President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu today graced the convocation ceremony of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) in Amritsar, where she called upon graduating students to view education not merely as a means of livelihood but…
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CitiTimes Wishes You Joy and Peace This Season
Season’s Greetings from CitiTimes As the year draws to a close, we extend heartfelt wishes to our readers across continents. May this festive season bring you peace, joy, and moments of reflection. Wherever you are—whether celebrating with family and friends or in quiet contemplation—we thank you for being part of our global community. Here’s to…
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AI Impact Summit 2026: India Leads Global AI Governance
From Action to Impact – A Curtain Raiser to the AI Impact Summit 2026 United Nations, New York, December 19, 2025 On December 16, 2025, the United Nations Headquarters in New York hosted a high-level event titled “From Action to Impact,” jointly organized by India and France. The event served as the official curtain raiser…
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Mark Schoeff Jr. Becomes 119th President of National Press Club
Mark Schoeff Jr. Elected 119th President of National Press Club in Washington, DC. Financial Reporter Takes Helm of Prestigious Washington Institution Washington, DC, December 11, 2025 Members of the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., have elected Mark Schoeff Jr., a seasoned financial services correspondent at CQ Roll Call, as the Club’s 119th president. His…
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