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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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Bata Enhances Creative Vision with Strategic Leadership
Bata Enhances Its Global Creative Vision with a Strategic Leadership Appointment Photo: Miguel Esquide is the new Chief Design Officer of Bata, a leading global footwear and fashion brand. LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Dec. 22, 2024 — Bata, a distinguished global footwear and fashion industry leader, has appointed Miguel Esquide as its Chief Design Officer. This strategic…
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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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Breaking: The Academy Announces Oscars 2025 Shortlists
The Academy has announced the shortlists for the Oscars in ten award categories. LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the shortlists for ten categories in the 97th Academy Awards®. The categories include Documentary Feature Film, Documentary Short Film, International Feature Film, Makeup and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score),…
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Mumbai: A UNESCO City of Film and Creativity
UNESCO Creative City of Film: Mumbai Mumbai, India, became a UNESCO Creative Cities Network member and was designated a UNESCO City of Film by the UNESCO Director-General in 2019. Being a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network enhances Mumbai’s cultural landscape in several meaningful ways: Mumbai’s membership in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network strengthens…
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Exploring ‘Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons’ by Anand Neelakantan
HarperCollins has announced the upcoming release of “Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons” by Anand Neelakantan. NEW DELHI, December 16, 2024 — HarperCollins India has announced the upcoming release of “Many Ramayanas, Many Lessons” by bestselling author Anand Neelakantan. The Ramayana is not just one single story; it is a symphony of tales that span centuries, cultures,…
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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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HUAWEI Mate X6: Breakthrough Technology and Design
Huawei Introduces a New Paradigm with the HUAWEI Mate X6, featuring Innovative Architecture and Live Multi-View. DUBAI, UAE, December 13, 2024 — Huawei has announced the launch of the latest generation of its Mate series foldable smartphones, the HUAWEI Mate X6. This advanced device features substantial enhancements in display technology, camera capabilities, durability, and overall…
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A Critical Blunder by Ding Lets Gukesh Take the Chess Crown
Gukesh, demonstrating remarkable determination, has achieved his lifelong aspiration by becoming the youngest world chess champion. SINGAPORE, December 12, 2024 — On Thursday, Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh achieved a remarkable milestone by clinching the title of world chess champion. In a thrilling final match against the reigning champion, Ding Liren, Gukesh demonstrated extraordinary skill and…
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Exploring Huawei’s Foldable Smartphone Technology: The Future of Mobile
Huawei seeks to revitalize the stagnant smartphone market by introducing innovative technologies emphasizing foldable smartphones. DUBAI, UAE, December 12, 2024 — Experts universally recognize Huawei as a remarkably resilient technology brand. The company has significantly enhanced its market presence through ongoing innovation, particularly within the wearables and smartphone sectors. Huawei’s recent advancements in the foldable…
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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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University of Toronto Tops QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025
QS has announced the World University Rankings for Sustainability 2025. LONDON, December 10, 2024 — QS Quacquarelli Symonds, experts in global higher education, released the third edition of the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability, featuring over 1,740 universities from 107 locations. Several universities chose not to take part in these rankings. The University of Toronto…
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Government Response on Panjab University Senate Election Delay
Question in India Parliament (Lok Sabha) Regarding the Delay in Senate Elections at Panjab University Chandigarh New Delhi, India, December 10, 2024 — On December 9, 2024, the Government of India, through the Ministry of Education and the Department of Higher Education, formally responded to an inquiry posed by Shri Manish Tiwari, the India Parliament…
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NASA’s Electra Aircraft Flight: A Step Towards Sustainable Aviation
NASA Invites Media to Attend Administrator’s Flight on Electra Hybrid-Electric Aircraft WASHINGTON, December 5, 2024 — NASA Administrator Bill Nelson will be flying in Electra’s EL2 Goldfinch experimental prototype aircraft on Sunday, December 8. NASA has invited members of the Media to meet with Nelson and Electra leaders just before the flight at 11:45 a.m.…
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Coca-Cola’s Impact on India’s Retail Growth
Coca-Cola’s Innovative Solutions Enhance the Retail Ecosystem NEW DELHI, December 4, 2024 — As India embarks on its journey to transform into a fully developed economy with an ambitious target of reaching $35 trillion by 2047, the non-alcoholic beverage sector emerges as a key pillar in this vision. This dynamic industry fuels economic growth by…
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Collegiate Cricket League Launches in the US
The Collegiate Cricket League (CCL) is bringing global cricket to colleges across the United States. Bringing Colleges Together Across the Nation to Promote Cricket, with Support from USA Cricket and NCL. DALLAS, TEXAS, December 5, 2024 — The Collegiate Cricket League (CCL) has proudly announced its official launch, positioning itself as the foremost organization dedicated…
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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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Important Update: Academic Credit Upload Deadline for Indian Universities
— UPDATE — India’s University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a Public Notice mandating that all multidisciplinary universities and colleges upload their Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) data to the ABC portal by December 31, 2024. After this deadline, institutions can no longer submit credits to the ABC system. Institutions must immediately upload their credit…
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Modi Unveils Three New Criminal Laws for India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the successful implementation of three new criminal laws to the nation. New Delhi, December 03, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly dedicated to the nation the successful rollout of three groundbreaking new criminal laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, during…
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Chandigarh Hosts Premier Event for New Criminal Laws
Prime Minister Modi of India will dedicate the successful implementation of three new criminal laws to the nation in Chandigarh. The program’s theme is “A Secure Society for a Developed India—Transitioning from Punishment to Justice.” New Delhi, December 02, 2024 — The Prime Minister’s Office has announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially dedicate…
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