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President Murmu and PM Modi Attend Dussehra at Red Fort
New Delhi, India, October 12, 2024 — The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) celebrations at Red Fort in Delhi on October 12, 2024. Photos: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) celebrations at Red Fort in…
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Nihon Hidankyo Wins Nobel Peace Prize 2024
THE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE 2024 ANNOUNCEMENT The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the Nobel Peace Prize for 2024 to the Japanese organisation Nihon Hidankyo. This grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, also known as Hibakusha, is receiving the Peace Prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of…
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2024 Nobel Prize in Literature Goes to Han Kang
The Swedish Academy has awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature 2024 to the South Korean author Han Kang. THE NOBEL PRIZE IN LITERATURE 2024 Stockholm October 10, 2024 THE SWEDISH ACADEMY
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University of Oxford Tops World University Rankings 2025
Times Higher Education Announces 2025 World University Rankings. London, October 9, 2024 — Times Higher Education (THE) has released its World University Rankings 2025. The University of Oxford has secured the top position, while the Massachusetts Institute of Technology holds the second position. The ranking encompasses 2,092 universities from 115 countries or regions, with at…
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NAAC AQAR Submission: What HEIs Need to Know
Bangalore, India, October 9, 2024 — Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) should note that the deadline for submission of pending Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQARs) has been extended to cover Data Collection Years 2016-17 to 2022-23. Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) must adhere to the specified dates and time slots allocated for their respective regions when submitting…
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2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Breakthroughs in Protein Engineering
Stockholm, October 09, 2024 — The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2024. One-half of the prize goes to David Bake from the University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA, for his work in computational protein design. The other half is jointly awarded to Demis Hassabis and John…
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2024 Nobel Prize in Physics: Hopfield and Hinton’s AI Breakthroughs
Stockholm, October 08, 2024 — The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the Nobel Prize in Physics for 2024 to John J. Hopfield of Princeton University, NJ, USA, and Geoffrey E. Hinton of the University of Toronto, Canada. The prize recognizes their groundbreaking discoveries and inventions that have paved the way for…
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Panjab University Fail: High Court Overturns Unjust Marks
Chandigarh, India, October 07, 2024 — The Punjab & Haryana High Court has reprimanded Panjab University Chandigarh for unjustly decreasing a student’s marks and declaring him “Failed” due to the university staff’s “Whims & Fancies.” The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to legal provisions and urged the University to adopt fair and lawful procedures…
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Discover the Sixty Strikes Cricket at the University of Texas Dallas with Sachin Tendulkar joining the National Cricket League USA.
National Cricket League USA launches “Cricket for Good”: Billions can watch a purpose-driven tournament. Cricket for a Better Tomorrow: The National Cricket League USA (NCL) Unites Fans with Compassion and Impact at the University of Texas, Dallas (UT Dallas). DALLAS, Texas, October 5, 2024 — The National Cricket League (NCL) is poised to make a…
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UGC Compliance Circular: Important News for Panjab University Chandigarh Students
New Delhi / Chandigarh, India, October 03, 2024: The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has published the “Updated List” of “Defaulting Universities” that have failed to appoint Ombudsperson(s) as mandated by the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023. According to the UGC records, the Union Territory (UT) of Chandigarh has…
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Join the U.S. Vice Presidential Debate Viewing Party
Watch the U.S. Vice Presidential debate at the National Press Club on October 1, Tuesday. Washington, DC, September 30, 2024 — The National Press Club will host a viewing party for the debate between Democratic candidate Tim Walz and Republican candidate JD Vance on Tuesday, October 1, starting at 9 p.m. Club members and guests…
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Hyundai Motor Celebrates 100 Million Vehicles Produced Globally
Hyundai Motor has reached a significant milestone by producing 100 million vehicles globally. The company achieved this milestone in just 57 years, taking on bold challenges and constantly pursuing innovation. The event signifies a significant step towards an electrified future. The Ulsan Plant ceremony included the delivery of the 100 millionth and first vehicle, an…
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Armed Forces Medical Services Welcomes Its First Woman Leader
Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin has become the first woman to take over as the Armed Forces Medical Services DG. New Delhi, India, October 1, 2024 — On October 1, 2024, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin made history by becoming the first woman officer to assume the Director General, Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) role.…
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UGC’s Latest Update: Ombudsperson Appointments in Chandigarh
The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has identified universities failing to meet their obligations. New Delhi, September 28, 2024: The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has released the “Updated List” of “Defaulting Universities” that have not appointed Ombudsperson(s) as required by the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023. The…
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India’s Rise: 39th in Global Innovation Index 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates India’s rise to 39th position in the WIPO’s Global Innovation Index 2024. New Delhi / Geneva, September 28, 2024 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised India for reaching the 39th position among 133 global economies in the Global Innovation Index 2024, as announced by WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization).…
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International Cricket Meets America: Sixty Strikes Tournament at the University of Texas at Dallas
American Cricket: The NCL (National Cricket League) Sixty Strikes Tournament at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) Reaches Global Stage. DALLAS, September 24, 2024 — The National Cricket League (NCL) has achieved three significant milestones for the upcoming 2024 Sixty Strikes Tournament: approval from the International Cricket Council (ICC), the appointment of Haroon…
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2025 Best U.S. Colleges Rankings Announced
U.S. News Releases 2025 Best U.S. Colleges Rankings The latest edition prioritizes social mobility and postgraduate success. WASHINGTON, September 24, 2024 — U.S. News & World Report, a leader in education rankings, has announced the 2025 Best Colleges in the USA. The national rankings evaluate nearly 1,500 colleges and universities using up to 17 measures…
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Chandigarh University: Revolutionizing Education in Uttar Pradesh
LUCKNOW, India, Sept. 21, 2024 — The Uttar Pradesh government has approved Chandigarh University’s proposal to establish a new campus in Unnao, which is part of the State Capital Region (SCR) comprising Lucknow and five adjoining districts. Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay handed the authorization letter for the University’s establishment to Director Jai Inder Singh…
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Prime Minister Modi Addresses UN ‘Summit of the Future’
Prime Minister Modi of India addressed the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations. New York, September 23, 2924 — Prime Minister Modi spoke at the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations in New York today. The Summit’s theme is ‘Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow,’ and many world leaders are participating.…
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Modi Addresses Indian Community in New York
Prime Minister Modi addressed the Indian community in New York. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at a large gathering of the Indian community in Long Island, New York, with over 15,000 people in attendance. New York, September 23, 2024 — The Indian community welcomed the Prime Minister with exceptional warmth and enthusiasm. In his address,…
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