Category: Organizations
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UNESCO Adds Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra to Memory of the World
The Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra manuscripts have been inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. NEW DELHI, India, April 18, 2025 — UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register has added 74 new documentary heritage collections, including Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra manuscripts. According to UNESCO, entries from 72 countries and four international organizations…
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Press Freedom Center at National Press Club Announces 2025 Advisory Board
The Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club has announced its Advisory Board for 2025. WASHINGTON, April 13, 2025 — In a pivotal moment for global press freedom, the Press Freedom Center at the National Press Club has announced the establishment of its Advisory Board. This esteemed group, composed of journalists, legal professionals, and…
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Aligning India’s AI Competency Framework with UNESCO Standards
Paris, France, April 11, 2025 — As the world’s most populous country, India, with its 1.4 billion citizens, has a unique opportunity to harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve public service delivery. Recognizing this opportunity, the government has introduced the Competency Framework for AI. Dr. Tawfik Jelassi, UNESCO’s Assistant Director-General for…
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National Press Club Applauds Key Press Freedom Ruling
The National Press Club commends the federal ruling that reaffirms the rights of the press to access vital information. WASHINGTON, April 9, 2025 — The National Press Club has expressed strong praise for the recent federal court ruling, which asserts that discrimination against journalists based on their viewpoints is unconstitutional. They described this decision as…
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IMF’s Kristalina Georgieva Warns on US Tariffs Impact
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has issued a statement addressing the recent announcement of tariffs by the United States. Washington, DC, April 7, 2025 — The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has released the following statement in response to the recent announcement of tariffs by…
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Connecting the Next Billion: The Future of Internet Access
PARIS and LOS ANGELES, March 17, 2025 — UNESCO and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) have announced a new agreement to enhance linguistic diversity in the digital realm. This initiative will make the Internet more accessible to millions of users. Under this new agreement, UNESCO and ICANN will collaborate to promote…
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Record Job Placements for Chandigarh University Hospitality Students
CHANDIGARH, India, February 21, 2025 — Over 834 students from the Travel, Tourism, and Hotel Management program at Chandigarh University secured campus placements for 2023 and 2024. It represents a significant increase of 38% in job offers for hospitality and tourism management students compared to previous years. Seventy-six tourism and hospitality management students from Chandigarh…
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Mike Balsamo Takes Office as 118th President of National Press Club
Washington, DC, February 13, 2025—According to Mike Balsamo, the 118th Club president, the National Press Club is enhancing its commitment to defending a free and independent press amidst rising physical, legal, and digital threats. Balsamo, the Associated Press’s U.S. law enforcement editor, stated on February 7 during his inaugural address that disinformation spreads like wildfire,…
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UNESCO’s 2025 Focus: AI’s Role in Education
Paris, France, January 28, 2025 — The Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, has declared that UNESCO has dedicated the International Education Day 2025 (Friday, January 24) to exploring the opportunities and challenges associated with artificial intelligence. She has called upon the Member States of UNESCO to prioritize investments in training for educators and students regarding…
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Apply Now for WIPO Global Awards 2025: Showcase Your Innovation
Geneva, Switzerland, January 19, 2025 — The WIPO Global Awards 2025 competition has opened applications for startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and university spinouts that utilize intellectual property (IP) to stimulate economic growth and enhance societal well-being. Launched in 2022, the Global Awards recognize enterprises that utilize intellectual property (IP) for business success and…
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IMF Forecast: Global Growth at 3.3% Amid Inflation Decline
Global growth remains steady but below historical averages, according to the IMF’s latest forecast, released on Friday, January 17, in Washington, DC. Washington, DC, January 17, 2025 — Inflation is gradually aligning with the targets set by central banks, while economic growth remains stable at 3.3%. Nonetheless, the International Monetary Fund has indicated that risks…
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India Global Forum Launches in the USA Before Trump Inauguration
India Global Forum launches in the USA with a high-profile delegation visit and policy discussions ahead of the Trump inauguration. A delegation of Indian business leaders met with key stakeholders in the United States during closed-door sessions at the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, January 17, 2025—The India Global Forum (IGF) officially…
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Miss America 2025: Abbie Stockard Crowned in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla., January 7, 2025 — Abbie Stockard, a vibrant representative from Alabama, has earned the prestigious title of Miss America 2025. Currently a dedicated nursing student and a former cheerleader at Auburn University, Stockard’s journey to this remarkable achievement began when she was crowned Miss Alabama. Her tireless preparation and commitment propelled her to…
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Countdown to 2025: Live Performances in Times Square
New Year’s Eve organizers in Times Square, New York City, have revealed the official event lineup. Rita Ora, Carrie Underwood, the Jonas Brothers, Megan Moroney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, TLC, Greeicy, De La Ghetto, and Kapo will perform live in Times Square for the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration. NEW YORK, December 30, 2024 – The Times…
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UNESCO Chair Appointed in India at Pondicherry University
UNESCO has appointed a new Chair in India. Founded in 1992, the UNITWIN/UNESCO Chairs Programme is a collaborative network of higher education institutions that aims to tackle complex, interconnected development challenges. The program fosters international cooperation and networking among universities to strengthen their institutional capacities through knowledge-sharing and collaborative efforts. The Chair focusing on “Renewable…
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UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education
UNESCO has appointed Pharrell Williams as its Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship. Paris, December 19, 2024 — On Tuesday, Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, appointed Pharrell Williams as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship during a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. Renowned as an Academy Award-nominated musician…
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UNESCO: The Absolute Authority on World Heritage Sites
UNESCO is the final authority that examines, evaluates, inscribes, and designates properties as World Heritage Sites. New Delhi, December 14, 2024 — In response to an inquiry presented in the Rajya Sabha, which is the upper house of the Parliament of India, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, provided pertinent information…
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National Press Club Members Elect New Officials
Mike Balsamo from the Associated Press has been elected as the President of the National Press Club. Washington, DC, December 10, 2024—Mike Balsamo, the Associated Press’s national law enforcement editor, has been elected the 118th President of the National Press Club. Balsamo ran unopposed and received 238 votes. In additional results, Alisa Parenti of Bloomberg…
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UNESCO Report on Addressing Gender Violence in Universities
UPDATED: December 07, 2024 Paris, France, November 26, 2024 — UNESCO is preparing to publish an extensive report that will critically examine the prevalence of gender-based violence within higher education institutions. This analysis aims to provide valuable insights and contribute to the ongoing efforts to address this critical issue. The International Day for Eliminating Violence…
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UNESCO Chair at Kyushu University, Japan, leads CESI Annual Conference 2024
UNESCO Chair at Kyushu University, Japan, set the tone for the Comparative Education Society of India (CESI)’s Annual Conference 2024. Photos: Professor Renu Vig, Vice-Chancellor, Panjab University, Chandigarh, extended a warm welcome to Professor Edward Vickers, UNESCO Chair at Kyushu University in Japan. Professor Vickers delivered the keynote address, establishing the thematic framework for the…
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