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Chandigarh University: Leading in India with 502 International University Collaborations
CHANDIGARH, India, Aug. 21, 2024 — In today’s globalized world, exposure to diverse cultures is crucial for students to gain new perspectives and prepare for the global workforce. Global collaborations between academic institutions provide opportunities for international study, work, and access to resources needed for careers in a worldwide economy. Chandigarh University has partnered with…
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UGC India Introduces New Enrollment Procedure for ODL and Online Programs 2024-25
New Delhi, India, August 19, 2024 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced a new enrollment procedure for students intending to enroll in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) or online programs starting in the academic year 2024-25. The aim is to ensure that students are only admitted to approved higher education institutions (HEIs) and…
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Chandigarh University Ranks 20th in NIRF 2024: Education Excellence
CHANDIGARH, India, Aug. 19, 2024 — Chandigarh University (CU) has improved its performance in the National Rankings released by the Ministry of Education in New Delhi. In the NIRF Rankings 2024, CU has jumped seven spots in the University category compared to last year’s rankings, placing it among India’s top 20 universities. Chandigarh University has…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Delivers 78th Independence Day Speech from Red Fort
New Delhi, August 15, 2024 — Today, India celebrates its 78th Independence Day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in New Delhi. Highlights of His Speech Source: Prime Minister’s Office
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Sara Sampaio and Camila Coelho Star in Anne Klein’s Timeless Fall 2024 Collection
New York, August 14, 2024 — Anne Klein, the iconic American fashion brand, has launched its latest campaign, featuring models and style “Anne-ambassadors” Sara Sampaio and Camila Coelho. The bold and elegant imagery, set against the backdrop of New York City, embodies Anne Klein’s enduring and timeless sophistication. From morning coffee runs with the cityscape…
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United States Dominates 2024 Paris Olympics with 40 Gold Medals
Paris, August 14, 2024 — A country’s ranking within the medal table is determined exclusively by the number of gold medals it has attained. The United States emerged as the leader in the Paris Olympic medal count, achieving 126 medals, 40 of which were gold. The competition for obtaining the highest number of gold medals…
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IOC President Thomas Bach Expresses Gratitude to France and Paris 2024
Paris, August 13, 2024 — The International Olympic Committee (IOC) extended its gratitude to all those in France who played an essential role in delivering the spectacular Olympic Games in Paris 2024. At an emotional event held at the headquarters of the Organising Committee the morning after the Closing Ceremony, IOC President Thomas Bach, IOC…
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University of Texas at Dallas Hosts Inaugural Sixty Strikes Cricket Tournament
Dallas, Texas, USA, August 13, 2024 — The University of Texas at Dallas has announced a partnership with the National Cricket League USA (NCL USA) to host the inaugural Sixty Strikes Tournament from October 4 to 14. The event will showcase six teams comprising top talent worldwide, including international players, coaches, and mentors. Notable cricket…
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Education Ministry Releases NIRF India Rankings 2024: Top Institutions and Minister’s Insights
New Delhi, India, August 12, 2024 — Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, released the 2024 India Rankings based on the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Secretary of Higher Education, Shri K. Sanjay Murthy; UGC’s Prof. M Jagadesh Kumar; Chairman of AICTE, Prof. T.G. Sitharam; Chairman of NETF, Prof. Anil Sahasrabuddhe; Member Secretary of…
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Panjab University Confirms Compliance with UGC Regulations for Internal Complaints Committee
New Delhi / Chandigarh, August 12, 2024 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) India has directed all universities to constitute an Internal Complaints Committee and submit a compliance report via the UGC’s University Activity Monitoring Portal. The universities are required to form a committee following the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace…
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Titan ‘Find Your Joy’ Campaign: Celebrate Your Style with Titan Watches
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, August 12, 2024 — Titan, India’s leading watchmaker, has announced the launch of “Find Your Joy,” a vibrant new campaign that merges the realms of fashion and self-expression to celebrate “You” in style. In a world where the pursuit of conforming to trends often overshadows individual personality, this campaign aims to help…
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Explore Paris 2024: Official Olympic Shop, Licensing Program, and Digital Engagement
Paris, August 11, 2024 — As Paris 2024 captivates audiences worldwide, fans can engage with the Olympic Games through a wide range of physical and digital products offered through the International Olympic Committee (IOC) global licensing program. The IOC has partnered with several new licensees to release Olympic-branded products across three collections for Paris 2024:…
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Obligation Failure: Defaulting Universities Named by UGC India
New Delhi, August 10, 2024 — UGC India has announced 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. While Panjab University Chandigarh has complied, Punjab Engineering College, Sector 12, Chandigarh, and National Institute of Technical Teachers Training…
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Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee (CHCC) 23rd Meeting Highlights
Chandigarh, India, August 8, 2024 — Shri Rajeev Verma, Adviser to the Administrator, UT (Union Territory) Chandigarh, presided over the 23rd meeting of the Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee (CHCC). Notable attendees included Smt. Anindita Mitra, Secretary Urban Planning-cum-Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Shri Vinay Partap Singh, Deputy Commissioner-cum-Estate Officer, Shri Ajay Chagti, Secretary Local Government, Smt. Hargunjit…
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Paris 2024 Olympians Elect Four New Members to IOC Athletes’ Commission
Paris, August 8, 2024 — The Paris 2024 Olympians have elected four new members to the IOC Athletes’ Commission: Kim Bui from Germany, Marcus Daniell from New Zealand, Allyson Felix from the USA, and Jessica Fox from Australia. These athletes will serve an eight-year term, ending at the Olympic Games in Brisbane in 2032. The…
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UGC Deadline: Upload Credit Data to ABC Portal by December 31, 2024
New Delhi, India, August 8, 2024 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a directive to higher education institutions (HEIs) mandating the submission of credit data on the ABC portal by December 31, 2024. After this Deadline, HEIs will be precluded from registering credits within the ABC ecosystem. The NEP (National Education Policy) 2020…
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ASICS Celebrates Novak Djokovic’s Career Golden Slam at Olympic Games
Kobe, Japan, August 4, 2024 — ASICS has acknowledged its support to Novak Djokovic in his historic feat at the Olympic Games in Paris, wherein he secured the gold medal for his native Serbia. This extraordinary triumph elevates Djokovic to being the third male player in history to win all four Grand Slam tournaments and…
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2024 Fortune Global 500 Revealed: Walmart Tops List Again
NEW YORK, August 5, 2024—Fortune has just released the 2024 Fortune Global 500™, the list of the world’s largest corporations ranked by revenue for the 2023 fiscal year. Walmart, the Arkansas-based retailer, has maintained its No. 1 position for the 11th consecutive year, followed by Amazon at No. 2, State Grid at No. 3, Saudi…
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Introduces Modern Criminal Justice System in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, India, August 4, 2024 — The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, launched the e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti, and e-Summon apps for the three new criminal laws in Chandigarh today. The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, and the Union Home Secretary were among the…
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Tanishq Shines at the Grand Finale of Hyundai India Couture Week 2024
New Delhi, August 3, 2024 — Tanishq, India’s premier jewelry brand, took center stage at the Grand Finale of Hyundai India Couture Week 2024, showcasing its finest collections blended with Falguni Shane Peacock’s latest collection, ‘Rang Mahal.’ The event highlighted Tanishq’s unmatched craftsmanship, differentiated designs, and commitment to quality. Tanishq’s legacy of over three decades…
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