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Chandigarh University Sets Record in Khelo India University Games
Chandigarh University Dominates the Khelo India University Games Chandigarh, India, December 13, 2025 Chandigarh University has written a new chapter in Indian university sports history by becoming the first university in India to win the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) title for two consecutive years — a remarkable feat that underscores its growing sporting excellence…
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Deepavali: UNESCO Recognizes India’s Festival of Lights
Deepavali Shines on the World Stage: UNESCO Honours India’s Festival of Lights By CitiTimes Editorial Desk New Delhi, India, December 10, 2025 At Delhi’s historic Red Fort, where centuries of India’s story are etched into stone, a new chapter was written. The 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee inscribed Deepavali, India’s magnificent Festival of Lights,…
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IMF Recognizes UPI as Top Global Payment System
By CitiTimes Editorial Desk New Delhi, India, December 9, 2025 — The Ministry of Finance, Government of India, has informed the Lok Sabha that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has officially recognised India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as the world’s largest real-time retail payment system by transaction volume, marking a watershed moment for India’s digital…
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India Hosts UNESCO’s 20th ICH Committee: A Cultural Milestone
India Hosts the 20th Session of UNESCO’s ICH Committee: Inaugural Ceremony Sets the Stage in New Delhi India marked a significant cultural milestone today as it hosted the inaugural ceremony of the 20th Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in New Delhi. The week-long Session brings together global…
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UGC (India) Mandates Timely Exams and Degree Awards
UGC Directs Universities to Conduct Exams and Award Degrees Without Delay New Delhi, India, December 6, 2025 – The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a directive to all universities and higher education institutions across India, urging them to conduct examinations and award degrees on time. The move comes in response to growing concerns that…
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Highlights from the 56th International Film Festival of India
The 56th International Film Festival of India: A Celebration of Global Cinema in Goa By CitiTimes Editorial Desk The curtains have drawn on the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held in Panaji, Goa, from November 20–28, 2025. Over eight days, the festival reaffirmed its stature as one of Asia’s premier cinematic gatherings, bringing…
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IFFI 56: “Safe House” Captures ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal
Norwegian Film Safe House Wins the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 56 The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), held in Goa, has announced its prestigious ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal winner for 2025: the Norwegian feature film Safe House. The award, presented annually in collaboration with UNESCO’s International Council for Film, Television and Audiovisual Communication…
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IMF Report: India’s Resilient Economy in 2025
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IMF Praises India’s “Strong, Resilient” Economy By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Washington, DC, November 28, 2025 The IMF’s latest review, published on November 26, 2025, highlights India’s robust growth, progress on labour reforms, and the global risks ahead — a simple breakdown of what it means for policymakers, investors, and citizens. What is an IMF Article…
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Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan’s Address on Constitution Day 2025
Vice President of India addresses the Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) commemoration function at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan. New Delhi, India, November 28, 2025 The Vice-President of India and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, delivered a discourse at the Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) commemoration event held at the Central Hall…
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Deepavali: India’s UNESCO Cultural Heritage Bid
Lighting the World: India’s Bid to Immortalise Deepavali as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Deepawali: India’s Festival of Lights Steps Onto the UNESCO Stage When earthen lamps flicker at dusk across homes in Chandigarh, when rangoli patterns bloom at doorsteps, and when families and neighbours gather to share sweets and stories, a…
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Exploring Manika Vishwakarma’s Chances at Miss Universe 2025
By CitiTimes Editorial Desk A Closer Look at India’s Rising Contender When Manika Vishwakarma steps onto the Miss Universe 2025 stage in Nonthaburi, Thailand, on November 21, she won’t just be representing India—she’ll be carrying the expectations of pageant fans, industry insiders, and a rapidly growing global audience. With her compelling personal story, advocacy-driven platform,…
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ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal 2025: Celebrating Peace Through Cinema
Celebrating Cinema for Peace: The ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal at IFFI 2025 Each year, as the spotlight turns to the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, one special honor stands out for its moral resonance and universal appeal—the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal. More than just a cinematic accolade, it celebrates storytelling that transcends borders and…
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UGC Directs Vice-Chancellors to Observe Vigilance Awareness Week 2025
Universities Must Stay Vigilant: UGC The University Grants Commission (UGC) has directed all universities in India to observe Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 from October 27 to November 2, 2025. In its communication to Vice Chancellors, the UGC emphasized that this observance should not be limited to university campuses but should also encompass all affiliated colleges…
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Celebrating 100 Years of the WIPO Hague System
100 Years of Design Excellence: A Look at the WIPO Hague System The World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Hague System for the International Registration of Industrial Designs is celebrating its 100th anniversary, marking a century of streamlining global design protection. Established by treaty in The Hague in 1925, the system has evolved from a small…
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Vice President Praises India’s Performance in QS Rankings
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the 3rd Convocation Ceremony of SRM University Delhi-NCR in Sonepat, Haryana. New Delhi, India, November 7, 2025 — Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the 3rd Convocation Ceremony of SRM University Delhi-NCR in Sonepat, Haryana, as the Chief Guest today. In his address to the gathering, the Vice-President praised the…
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QS Asia University Rankings 2026: Key Insights
QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026 QS Quacquarelli Symonds has released the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026, revealing a region that is expanding in scale, diversifying in quality, and accelerating in research and international engagement. The University of Hong Kong has risen to first place, overtaking Peking University, which now holds second place. Nanyang…
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November 2025 Supermoon: A Celestial Wonder
The Supermoon of November 2025: Nature’s Brightest Night As autumn progresses and the air becomes crisp, the night sky is ready to showcase one of its most spectacular events of the year—the Supermoon, which will reach its peak during the night of November 5-6, 2025. It is not just any full moon; it is the…
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Historic Moment: India Secures Women’s World Cup Victory
India Triumphs: Historic Win at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Navi Mumbai, November 2, 2025 — A new chapter in Indian cricket history was written on Sunday as India lifted their maiden ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup after defeating South Africa in a thrilling final at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy. The…
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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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Jemimah Rodrigues Stars as India Women Reach World Cup Final
India stuns Australia with record-breaking chase to reach Women’s World Cup 2025 Final! In a historic semi-final clash at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, India Women defeated Australia Women by five wickets, pulling off the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI history to secure their spot in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025…
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