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Key Insights from Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
Times Higher Education announces World University Rankings for 2026. London, October 9, 2025 — Times Higher Education has released its World University Rankings 2026. Trusted globally by students, academics, governments, and industry experts, this list includes 2,191 institutions from 115 countries and territories. University Rankings 2026: Highlights Oxford has maintained the top spot for the…
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India’s Role in Global Growth Highlighted at 2025 IMF Meetings
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Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the IMF, delivered the opening speech for the 2025 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings on October 8, 2025. ENLARGE THE ABOVE PHOTO Kristalina Georgieva delivered her opening speech at the 2025 IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings, focusing on global economic resilience, debt sustainability, and the urgent need for multilateral cooperation to…
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Public Self Disclosure: UGC’s Transparency Directive for Indian Universities
“Public Self Disclosure” by Universities in India New Delhi, India, October 7, 2025 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) in India has released a PUBLIC NOTICE informing the public that it has instructed all universities in the country to display all relevant information as a single document on their websites. This document is to be…
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MONDIACULT 2025: UNESCO’s World Conference on Culture
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Cultural Ministers and delegations from around the world gathered in Barcelona for MONDIACULT, UNESCO’s largest World Conference on Cultural Policies. ENLARGE THE ABOVE PHOTO Barcelona, Spain, October 3, 2025 — Amidst a period of heightened geopolitical tensions and numerous crises, over 160 countries convened in Barcelona for MONDIACULT, UNESCO’s largest World Conference on Cultural Policies,…
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President Murmu’s Greetings for Vijayadashami 2025
The President of India’s Greetings on Vijayadashami. New Delhi, India, October 2, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu has extended her greetings to fellow citizens on the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra. In her message, the President said: “On the auspicious occasion of Vijayadashami, I extend my warm greetings…
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President Murmu’s Durga Puja Greetings
PRESIDENT OF INDIA’S GREETINGS ON DURGA PUJA New Delhi, India, September 30, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu sends her greetings to fellow citizens on the occasion of Durga Puja. In her message, the President said: “On this auspicious occasion of Durga Puja, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to…
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Chandigarh Cannot Directly Deal with UNESCO
Chandigarh does not have the authority to engage directly with UNESCO. Chandigarh, India, September 28, 2025 — Recently, some local newspapers in Chandigarh incorrectly reported that officials from the Chandigarh Administration had met with representatives from UNESCO in Geneva to submit a proposal for consideration. The information given was not entirely accurate. The Times of…
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India Submits ‘Homebound’ for Oscars 2026: A New Era for Cinema
India has officially chosen Homebound, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, as its submission for the 98th Academy Awards (Oscars 2026) in the Best International Feature Film category. Here’s a detailed overview of the film and its journey: About Homebound Director: Neeraj Ghaywan, known for his critically acclaimed work in Indian cinema. Producers: Karan Johar and Adar…
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Improving Governance: Kataria Meets Modi on Higher Education in Chandigarh
Punjab Governor and Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria met with Prime Minister Modi and emphasized the need for all universities and colleges in the region to receive accreditation from NAAC. New Delhi, India, September 23, 2025 — Gulab Chand Kataria, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
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Capture Chandigarh: Join the ‘Chandigarh in Focus’ Photography Contest
CITCO Kicks Off World Tourism Week Celebrations with the “Chandigarh in Focus” Photography Contest. Chandigarh, India, September 20, 2025 — In celebration of World Tourism Week, the Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation (CITCO) has announced a vibrant photography contest titled “Chandigarh in Focus,” running from September 22 to September 29, 2025. This contest invites…
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India’s Rise in the Global Innovation Index 2025
The World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025 report, titled “Innovation at a Crossroads,” emphasizes a period of reassessment for global innovation. Key Insights and Highlights from the Report Global Rankings – Top 5 Innovators: For the 15th consecutive year, Switzerland ranks first, followed by Sweden in second, the United States in…
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C. P. Radhakrishnan Sworn In as India’s New Vice President
PRESIDENT OF INDIA ADMINISTERS THE OATH OF OFFICE TO SHRI C. P. RADHAKRISHNAN AS VICE PRESIDENT OF INDIA. New Delhi, India, September 12, 2025 — The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, administered the Oath of Office of Vice President of India to Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan at a Swearing-in-Ceremony held at Ganatantra Mandap, Rashtrapati…
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C.P. Radhakrishnan Elected Vice President of India
C.P. Radhakrishnan has been elected as the Vice President of India. New Delhi, September 9, 2025 — Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan was elected as the 15th Vice President of India on Tuesday, making him the third leader from Tamil Nadu to hold this esteemed position. Radhakrishnan succeeds Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned as Vice President on July…
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Chandigarh University Launches Campus Tank for Startups
The Science and Technology Minister of India has officially launched the Chandigarh University Campus Tank. New Delhi, India, September 6, 2025 — Dr. Jitendra Singh, India’s Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, highlighted that the country’s future growth will rely increasingly on establishing a “startup-linked economy” through robust partnerships within…
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SCO Summit 2025: Modi’s Stance on Security and Development
Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India participated in the 25th SCO Summit held in Tianjin, China. Tianjin, China, September 1, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India participated in the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), which took place in Tianjin, China, from August 31…
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Modi and Xi Strengthen India-China Relations at SCO Summit
Prime Minister Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. New Delhi, India, August 31, 2025 — Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India met with Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) leaders’ summit in Tianjin. Both leaders expressed their satisfaction with the positive momentum and steady…
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Meet the Contesting Candidates for India’s 2025 Vice-Presidential Polls
New Delhi, August 27, 2025 — The Secretariat of the Vice President of India has issued the following press communique: Vice President’s Secretariat PRESS COMMUNIQUE August 27, 2025 Contesting Candidates for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025. After the last date for withdrawal of candidature on August 25, 2025, the following two are the contesting candidates for…
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2025: President Extends Greetings
The President of India extends greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. New Delhi, India, August 27, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in her message on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, has stated: “On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all…
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e VITARA: India’s Step Towards Global Electric Vehicle Market
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and flagged off the “e VITARA,” Suzuki’s first Made-in-India global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle. “Make in India, Make for the World. Starting today, electric vehicles manufactured in India will be exported to 100 countries. Additionally, hybrid battery electrode manufacturing is also commencing today. The world will drive electric vehicles that…
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President of India’s Greetings for Janmashtami 2025
Greetings from the President of India on Janmashtami. New Delhi, August 16, 2025 — The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu conveyed her message on Janmashtami as follows: “On the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, a festival characterized by joy and enthusiasm, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians, both within…
