Tag: Cities
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International Women’s Day: CITCO Honors Women in Chandigarh
CITCO Marks International Women’s Day with Lively Celebration at Hotel Mountview Chandigarh | March 10, 2026 The Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) celebrated International Women’s Day on Sunday with a vibrant event at Hotel Mountview, honouring women across its workforce with music, dance, and spirited camaraderie. Celebration at Hotel Mountview The day began…
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PU Bans Holi Celebrations at Student Centre, Citing Safety Concerns
Panjab University’s Holi Ban: A Pause for Reflection on Campus Safety Chandigarh, India, February 28, 2026 Panjab University’s (PU) decision to ban Holi celebrations at the iconic Student Centre this year has stirred both nostalgia and debate among students and alumni. For generations, the Student Centre—affectionately known as StuC—has been the beating heart of campus…
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Lucknow Named UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
UNESCO Designates 58 New Creative Cities — Lucknow Honoured for Gastronomy UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has announced the designation of 58 new cities as part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN), expanding the network’s reach to 408 cities across 118 countries. These cities have been recognized for their strong commitment to placing culture, creativity,…
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World Cities Day 2025: Innovations for Sustainable Urban Living
World Cities Day 2025: Building People-Centred Smart Cities Every year on October 31, people around the world celebrate World Cities Day. This observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2013 (Resolution A/RES/68/239). World Cities Day marks the conclusion of Urban October, a month dedicated to raising awareness about sustainable urban development and…
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Discover the World’s Top Student Cities: Chandigarh (India) Not Eligible
QS has announced the Best Student Cities Ranking for 2026. LONDON, July 15, 2025 — Seoul has been named the world’s best study destination, according to the QS Best Student Cities Ranking, ending London’s six-year reign at the top. Seoul has moved up two spots, reflecting its strong international appeal and an outstanding selection of…
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Swachh Survekshan Awards: India’s Cleanliness Initiative
The President of India presents the Swachh Survekshan (Cleanliness Survey) Awards. New Delhi, India, July 17, 2025 — The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, presented the Swachh Survekshan (Cleanliness Survey) awards at a function organized by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs in New Delhi on July 17, 2025. The President noted that Swachh…
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