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UNESCO Designates Chicago for Jazz Day 2026
UNESCO designates Chicago as the Host City for International Jazz Day 2026. Paris, France, May 1, 2025 — UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock have announced that Chicago, USA, will be the host city for the 2026 International Jazz Day World Concert. This event will celebrate its 15th anniversary and coincide…
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UN Security Council Condemns Jammu and Kashmir Terror Attack
The United Nations Security Council has issued a Press Statement regarding a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. United Nations, New York, April 30, 2025 — The following UN Security Council press statement was issued by Council President Jérôme Bonnafont (France): The members of the Security Council strongly condemned the terrorist attack that occurred in…
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IMF Spring Meetings 2025: Global Financial Stability at Stake
The International Monetary and Finance Committee (IMFC) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) met in Washington, DC. Washington, DC, April 28, 2025 — The International Monetary and Finance Committee (IMFC) of the IMF acknowledged significant uncertainty in trade and finance. However, they commended the co-operation among member countries on various agenda items during the Spring…
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Coca-Cola’s Kinley Soda: A Consumer Trust Success
Kinley Soda has surpassed ₹1,500 crore in sales in India, reinforcing Coca-Cola’s consumer-focused growth strategy. New Delhi, India, April 26, 2025 — Kinley Soda, a prominent brand from Coca-Cola, has surpassed the ₹1,500 crore revenue mark. Its commitment to consistency, quality, and consumer trust drives this achievement. The milestone underscores the Company’s strategy of offering…
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UGC Regulations 2025: Impact on University Evaluations
New Delhi, India, April 25, 2025 — The National Education Policy 2020 has introduced several undergraduate and postgraduate program reforms. Among the recommendations are degree programs with varying durations, multiple entry and exit points, a blend of general education and vocational training, and the recognition of prior learning. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has notified…
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UNESCO World Book Day 2025: Chandigarh’s Initiative for School Students
UNESCO World Book Day 2025: The Chandigarh Administration has announced free library services for students of government schools. Chandigarh, India, April 24, 2025 — In celebration of UNESCO’s “World Book Day,” the public libraries in Chandigarh—specifically the T.S. Central State Library in Sector 17 and the Divisional Library (South) in Sector 34—will now provide free…
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IMF April 2025 Report: Global Financial Stability at Risk
The IMF has released its April 2025 Global Financial Stability Report. Washington, DC, April 22, 2025 — According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), global banking and financial markets are currently experiencing low volatility as central banks have begun to ease interest rates after successfully aligning inflation levels with their targeted objectives. However, the IMF…
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Chandigarh Gears Up for NEET-UG 2025
Chandigarh is preparing to serve as one of the centers for the National Testing Agency (NTA) in conducting the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test. Deputy Commissioner Conducts Meeting to Finalize NEET-UG Preparations for May 4, 2025 Chandigarh, India, April 22, 2025 — A District-Level Coordination Committee meeting was held, chaired by Mr. Nishant Kumar Yadav,…
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Modi Hosts US Vice President: Key Talks on Trade and Cooperation
The Prime Minister of India hosted the Vice President of the United States. New Delhi, India, April 22, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the Vice President of the United States, the Honorable J.D. Vance, the Second Lady, Mrs. Usha Vance, their children, and senior members of the U.S. Administration. The Prime Minister…
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USPS Unveils Battlefields Stamps for America’s 250th Anniversary
New Stamps Honor the Battlefields of the American Revolution. CONCORD, Mass., April 20, 2025 — In collaboration with the U.S. National Park Service, the U.S. Postal Service held a ceremony at Minute Man National Historical Park to unveil its new Battlefields of the American Revolution stamps. The pane of 15 stamps commemorates the struggle for…
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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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2025 TIME100: The Most Influential People Revealed
TIME has announced the 2025 TIME100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world. NEW YORK, April 16, 2025 — Today, TIME has unveiled the 2025 edition of its annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. This issue features five different covers, each showcasing a notable member of the…
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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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Experience Speed: Lamborghini Temerario’s 0-100 km/h in 2.7 Seconds
View larger photo. View larger photo. View larger photo. View larger photo. View larger photo. Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy, April 12, 2025 — The Lamborghini Temerario is the only production super sports car capable of reaching 10,000 rpm. Lamborghini Factory Driver Andrea Caldarelli demonstrated this remarkable feat on the Misano Adriatico circuit. Caldarelli stars in the…
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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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UNESCO and India Partner for AI Readiness Consultation
UNESCO, in collaboration with the Indian Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, will host the 3rd AI Readiness consultation in Hyderabad. New Delhi, India, April 7, 2025 — The UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia in New Delhi, together with the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Ikigai Law, which is the…
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Chandigarh Promotes Homeopathy for Holistic Health
The AYUSH Department of the Chandigarh Administration has launched an engaging awareness campaign to emphasize the importance of homeopathy in preventive and holistic healthcare. Chandigarh, India, April 05, 2025 — To celebrate World Homoeopathy Day, the AYUSH Department of Chandigarh Administration has launched a dynamic awareness campaign to emphasize the importance of Homoeopathy in preventive…
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Experience Navratri Thalis at CITCO Hotels in Chandigarh
CITCO Introduces Elegant “Navratri Thali” Options at Its Hotels. Chandigarh, India, April 3, 2025 — Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation Limited (CITCO) has launched an exquisite range of Thali (Plate) options at its prestigious hotels, including Hotel Mountview, Hotel Chef Lakeview, Hotel Parkview, and Hotel Shivalikview. These specially curated Thalis blend traditional flavors and…
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