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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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Modi’s Independence Day Speech 2025: Path to Self-Reliance
New Delhi, India, August 15, 2025 — On the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Modi addressed the nation, delivering an inspiring message that celebrated India’s remarkable journey toward self-reliance and transformation. He reflected on the significant strides the country has made over the past decade, during which India has undergone a comprehensive process of reform,…
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Future-Ready Regulations: World Economic Forum Launches GRIP Initiative
– The initiative will unite global industry experts to create adaptive strategies for rapidly evolving sectors such as AI, healthcare, and digital finance. – This platform will test innovative solutions and provide practical tools to help governments craft forward-thinking regulations suited for a fast-changing world. Geneva, Switzerland, August 10, 2025 – The World Economic Forum…
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World Lion Day 2025: Celebrating Asiatic Lions in Gujarat
New Delhi, India, August 9, 2025 — The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in collaboration with the Forest and Environment Department of the Government of Gujarat, will celebrate World Lion Day 2025 on August 10, 2025, at Barda Wildlife Sanctuary in the Devbhumi Dwarka district of Gujarat state. The celebration will be attended…
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Join CITCO’s Grand Independence Day Celebrations in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, India, August 9, 2025 — The Chandigarh Industrial & Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) has invited all citizens and visitors to immerse themselves in the grand celebrations of India’s 79th Independence Day. Join CITCO for a vibrant Independence Week from August 8 to August 15, 2025, where the air will be infused with patriotic fervor…
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Election Commission of India Notification: Vice-Presidential Election Schedule
– Voting will take place on September 9, 2025, if needed. – The deadline for nominations is August 21, 2025. New Delhi, India, August 7, 2025 — Today, the Election Commission published a notification in the Gazette of India Extraordinary announcing the schedule for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025. (a) The deadline for submitting nominations is…
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IMF Forecast: India to Achieve 6.4% Growth Rate in Upcoming Years
The IMF projects that India will achieve a robust growth rate of 6.4% in both 2025 and 2026, driven by strong economic reforms that ensure stability. WASHINGTON, DC, August 5, 2025 — India is set to achieve a robust growth rate of 6.4 percent in the fiscal years 2025 and 2026. This impressive trajectory is…
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Election Schedule for Vice President of India 2025: What You Need to Know
New Delhi, India, August 01, 2025 — The Election Commission of India has made the following announcement: The Office of the Vice-President of India has fallen vacant in view of the Notification No. S.O. 3354(E), dated 22.07.2025, of the Ministry of Home Affairs. As per the provisions of sub-section (1) and sub-section (4) of Section…
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Lynette Howell Taylor Becomes Academy President
Lynette Howell Taylor Elected as President of the Academy The Academy’s Board of Governors has also elected the officers for the 2025-2026 term. LOS ANGELES, CA – Producer Lynette Howell Taylor has been elected as the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by the organization’s Board of Governors. The Board has…
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Tariffs, Trade, and Growth: Insights from IMF’s Latest Forecast
The IMF has released its World Economic Outlook Update for July 2025. Washington, DC, July 29, 2025 — Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, Economic Counsellor and Director of the Research Department at the IMF, made the following remarks on the July 2025 IMF World Economic Outlook Update. According to the IMF, the global economy is facing a tenuous…
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Women CEOs in Fortune Global 500: A Record 33
– Walmart has retained its position as the number one retailer for the twelfth consecutive year. – The United States continues to lead over Greater China in terms of the number of companies represented. – A record 33 women are serving as CEOs of Fortune Global 500 companies, representing 6.6% of the total. – The…
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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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Times of India Joins Content Authenticity Initiative
The Times of India (TOI) has joined the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI). San Jose, CA, July 28, 2025 — The Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI) welcomes the Times of India (TOI) as its newest member. This initiative brings together a diverse and expansive community of over 4,500 influential media organizations, innovative technology companies, creative professionals, and…
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Divya Deshmukh: India’s First FIDE Women’s Chess Champion
Prime Minister Modi congratulates Divya Deshmukh on becoming the FIDE (International Chess Federation) Women’s World Chess Champion in 2025. New Delhi, India, July 28, 2025 — The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, congratulated Divya Deshmukh on becoming the FIDE (International Chess Federation) Women’s World Chess Champion 2025. “Koneru Humpy also displayed immense skill throughout the championship.…
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Chandigarh’s CITCO Celebrates ITCTA 2025 Award Success
CITCO Receives National Award for Best Budget Hospitality at ITCTA 2025. Chandigarh, July 27, 2025 — The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) has achieved significant recognition by winning the prestigious “Best Hotel in Budget” award at the 10th Edition of the B2B International Tourism Expo, Conclave & Travel Awards (ITCTA 2025). This event…
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WIPO Announces 2025 Global Awards Winners: Driving Change and Impact
Geneva, Switzerland, July 24, 2025 — This year, ten small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), startups, and university spinoffs have won the WIPO Global Awards. Their innovative products include antibody therapeutics, sign-to-speech gloves, next-generation memory chips, and sustainable protein fermentation. These breakthroughs demonstrate the transformative power of intellectual property (IP) in enhancing lives, advancing technology, and…
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Election Commission Appoints Returning Officer for 2025 Vice President Election
New Delhi, India, July 25, 2025 — The Election Commission of India has appointed a Returning Officer and Assistant Returning Officers for the Election of the Vice President of India, 2025. Source: Election Commission of India
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India-UK Sign CETA: Boosting Economic Ties
London, July 24, 2025 — India and the United Kingdom have made a significant advancement in strengthening their economic partnership by signing the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) today. The agreement was signed by Commerce and Industry Minister Mr. Piyush Goyal and Secretary of State for Business and Trade Mr. Jonathan Reynolds, with both…
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UNESCO Responds to US Withdrawal: Audrey Azoulay’s Statement
Paris, July 22, 2025 — Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, has issued the following statement regarding the withdrawal of the United States from UNESCO: “I deeply regret President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from UNESCO once again—a decision that will take effect at the end of December 2026. “This choice contradicts the…
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IMF’s Gita Gopinath Returns to Harvard as Economics Professor
Washington, DC, July 22, 2025 — Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), announced today that Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director, will leave the Fund at the end of August to return to Harvard University. There, she will assume the role of inaugural Gregory and Ania Coffey Professor of Economics in…
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