Category: Society
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Lohri Bonfire: A Celebration of Punjab’s Rural Roots
Discover Lohri: A Cultural Tapestry of Rural Punjab By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Lohri is one of Punjab’s most cherished festivals—a radiant celebration that arrives in the heart of winter, filling fields and courtyards with light, laughter, and song. Observed on January 13 each year, it marks not just the end of the cold season but…
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Alia Bhatt: Bridging Cinema Across Cultures
Alia Bhatt Honoured with Golden Globes Horizon Award at Red Sea International Film Festival In a landmark moment for Indian cinema on the global stage, Alia Bhatt was awarded the Golden Globes Horizon Award at the 5th Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in December 2025. The honour recognizes her growing influence…
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Is Panjab University a Women’s University in Spirit?
Nearly a Women’s University? How Panjab University’s 73rd Convocation Made a Statement By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Chandigarh, India, December 14, 2025 Panjab University: Women Take the Lead 75% Graduates Are Women At its 73rd Convocation on December 13, Panjab University, Chandigarh, revealed a striking statistic: three out of four graduates were women. Of 716 degrees…
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Deepavali: India’s UNESCO Cultural Heritage Bid
Lighting the World: India’s Bid to Immortalise Deepavali as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Deepawali: India’s Festival of Lights Steps Onto the UNESCO Stage When earthen lamps flicker at dusk across homes in Chandigarh, when rangoli patterns bloom at doorsteps, and when families and neighbours gather to share sweets and stories, a…
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Pacsun’s Holiday 2025 Campaign: Cozy Style for Connection
Pacsun Celebrates the Comfort and Connection of Community with Its Holiday 2025 Campaign. Cozy Materials, Deep Tones, and Embellished Denim Define this Season’s Youth Style ENLARGE ENLARGE ENLARGE LOS ANGELES, November 8, 2025 —Pacsun has launched its Holiday 2025 campaign, embracing the nostalgic comforts of home. The campaign features groups of friends relaxing together in…
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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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Lakshmi Puja and Diwali Wishes from the President of India
Greetings from the President of India on Diwali and Lakshmi Puja. New Delhi, October 20, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu sends greetings to her fellow citizens on Diwali and Lakshmi Puja. In a message, the President of India stated: “On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, I extend my heartfelt greetings and…
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Festival of Lights: Diwali Wishes for You
CitiTimes wishes you a Happy Diwali. CitiTimes wishes a Happy Diwali to all our valued readers around the world. May this Festival of Lights fill your hearts and homes with joy, peace, and prosperity. Let the glow of the Diyas illuminate your path to new beginnings and joyful celebrations.
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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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László Krasznahorkai Wins Nobel Prize in Literature 2025
The Nobel Prize in Literature 2025 October 9, 2025 The Swedish Academy in Stockholm, Sweden, has announced that The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2025 is awarded to the Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”. The Swedish Academy cited…
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President Murmu’s Greetings for Vijayadashami 2025
The President of India’s Greetings on Vijayadashami. New Delhi, India, October 2, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu has extended her greetings to fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra. In her message, the President said: “On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my warm greetings…
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USPS Unveils Festive Holiday Cheer Stamp Collection
USPS Holiday Stamps Spread Joy. The new Season’s Greetings collection is now available. WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2025 — The U.S. Postal Service revealed its Holiday Cheer stamps today at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum. The four designs showcase classic illustrations that celebrate the spirit of the holiday season. Michael J. Elston, the USPS Vice President…
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Student Academy Awards: Pathway to 98th Oscars
– The Student Academy Awards Ceremony will be held for the first time in New York City. – All winning films are now eligible for the 98th Oscars. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the winners of the 52nd Student Academy Awards® competition, recognizing 14 students for…
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IBM Study: How AI is Transforming Sports Fan Experience
ARMONK, N.Y., August 28, 2025 — New global research commissioned by IBM shows that sports fans are increasingly engaging with dynamic digital content experiences, where AI, personalization, and real-time features play a central role. A study involving over 20,000 sports fans from 12 countries suggests that fans are increasingly viewing technology, particularly AI, as a…
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: President Extends Greetings
New Delhi, India, August 27, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in her message on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, has stated: “On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all Indians, both in the country and abroad. This festival is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm.…
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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
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 the country and abroad. The life and teachings…
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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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