Category: politics
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Chandigarh: A City Without a Voice in Its Own Future
Chandigarh and the Absence of Civic Will By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Chandigarh today stands in a curious political and psychological space. Administered directly by the Union government, the city is simultaneously claimed—politically, emotionally, and symbolically—by Punjab. The Chief Minister of Punjab, the Member of Parliament from Chandigarh, and nearly every major political party in Punjab…
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Akal Takht Declares Punishment for Ex-Panjab University Registrar
Akal Takht Declares Former Panjab University Registrar “Tankhaiya” Chandigarh, India, December 12, 2025 — Akal Takht, the highest temporal seat of Sikhism, has declared former Registrar of Panjab University, Chandigarh, Dr. Karamjeet Singh, as tankhaiya (guilty of religious misconduct). Dr. Singh is currently the Vice Chancellor of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar. The pronouncement…
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Reuters Wins National Press Club Visual Storytelling Award
Celebrating Visual Mastery: Reuters Journalists Win Inaugural National Press Club Pamela Tobey Award Washington, DC, December 02, 2025 In the heart of Washington, D.C., where the corridors of power echo with the stories that shape our world, the National Press Club stands as a beacon for journalistic excellence. On November 13, 2025, the Club’s Journalism…
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Punjabi Students Celebrate Victory at Panjab University
“Mithi dhun rabab di, Panjab University Punjab di”: Punjabi Students Celebrate Landmark Victory at Panjab University Chandigarh, India, November 29, 2025 The streets around Panjab University, Chandigarh, came alive with dhol beats, bhangra, and slogans of “Inquilab Zindabad” as student protesters from Punjab celebrated a hard-won victory. After weeks of intense mobilisation, sit-ins and solidarity…
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IMF Report: India’s Resilient Economy in 2025
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IMF Praises India’s “Strong, Resilient” Economy By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Washington, DC, November 28, 2025 The IMF’s latest review, published on November 26, 2025, highlights India’s robust growth, progress on labour reforms, and the global risks ahead — a simple breakdown of what it means for policymakers, investors, and citizens. What is an IMF Article…
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Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan’s Address on Constitution Day 2025
Vice President of India addresses the Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) commemoration function at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. New Delhi, India, November 28, 2025 The Vice-President of India and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, delivered a discourse at the Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) commemoration event held at the Central Hall…
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Panjab University Governance Crisis: Protests Persist Despite Rollback
Why Protests Continue at Panjab University — Even After the Government Reversed Its Governance Reforms “The rollback may have calmed the storm, but the clouds of mistrust and unresolved questions still hang over Panjab University.” A Reversal That Didn’t End the Unrest In a surprising move, the Government of India recently withdrew its controversial order…
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New Governance Structure at Panjab University: What You Need to Know
Centre Overhauls Panjab University Governance: Senate and Syndicate Reconstituted In a significant policy shift, the Government of India has restructured the governance framework of Panjab University in Chandigarh. This change involves modifying the composition of the Senate and Syndicate, which are the university’s two highest decision-making bodies. A notification issued by the Ministry of Education…
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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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Modi Celebrates Diwali on INS Vikrant: A Symbol of Strength
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali on board the INS Vikrant. New Delhi, India, October 20, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed armed forces personnel during the Diwali celebration aboard the INS Vikrant today. He described the occasion as a remarkable day, moment, and sight, noting that on one side lies the vast ocean…
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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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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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2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences: Winners and Innovations
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The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for the year 2025. October 13, 2025 The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for 2025 to Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt. They are recognized “for explaining innovation-driven…
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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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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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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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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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