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A Degree India Rejects, But Chandigarh Accepts
Higher Education Governance How Can Unrecognized Degrees Qualify Voters in a University Senate Election? The Panjab University Senate Election Paradox By Surender Hastir A national policy clearly states that degrees from Pakistani universities are not recognized in India. Yet documentation surrounding the 2026 Senate elections at Panjab University, Chandigarh, appears to allow graduates of the…
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Vice President Radhakrishnan Charts Vision of Viksit Bharat at Himachal Convocation
Vice President’s Convocation Address at Central University of Himachal Pradesh On March 14, 2026, the Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, delivered an inspiring address at the 9th Convocation of the Central University of Himachal Pradesh in Dharamshala. The ceremony was a celebration of academic achievement, cultural pride, and a forward-looking vision for…
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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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2026 T20 World Cup Final: India vs New Zealand Highlights
India Crowned Champions: Historic Triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 March 8, 2026 — Ahmedabad Cricket history was rewritten on a dazzling night at the Narendra Modi Stadium, where India national cricket team delivered a commanding performance to defeat the New Zealand national cricket team by 96 runs in the final of…
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Battle for the Cup: India vs New Zealand in T20 Final
India vs New Zealand: Strategic Preview of the T20 World Cup Final 🏆🔥 The stage is set for a colossal showdown at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad this Sunday, as India, the defending champions, take on New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final. After India’s thrilling semifinal victory over England,…
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Nominations Now Open for 2026 UNESCO Prize in Women’s Education
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Call for Nominations: 2026 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education UNESCO has opened the call for nominations for the 2026 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education, one of the organization’s flagship recognitions for advancing equality through learning. The Prize honours two outstanding laureates each year—individuals or organizations that have made remarkable contributions to…
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Smriti Mandhana’s Historic Barbie Doll Unveiled
Smriti Mandhana Gets Her Own Barbie: A Historic First for Women’s Cricket In a landmark moment for women’s cricket and sports representation, Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana has been honoured by Mattel with a one-of-a-kind Barbie doll created in her likeness. The tribute comes as part of the company’s first-ever “Barbie Dream Team” initiative, unveiled…
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Nagaland University Convocation: Radhakrishnan Urges Harmony and Growth
Vice-President Radhakrishnan Urges Youth to Balance Progress and Preservation at Nagaland University Convocation Lumami, Nagaland | March 6, 2026 Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan called on students to pursue “progress with purpose” while preserving harmony with nature at the 8th Convocation of Nagaland University, held at its Lumami campus on Friday. It was…
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Thrilling T20 Semifinal: India Edges Out England
India vs England: Semifinal Thriller at Wankhede 🌟 The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal between India and England at the Wankhede Stadium was a blockbuster encounter that lived up to every ounce of hype. With nearly 500 runs scored in total, fans were treated to a festival of batting fireworks, tense death overs,…
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Degrees, Dreams, and a Call to Serve: Over 1.2 Lakh Students Graduate at Delhi University’s 102nd Convocation
More Than a Degree: Inside Delhi University’s 102nd Convocation Where 1.2 Lakh Futures Took Flight By CitiTimes Editorial Desk | New Delhi On a crisp February morning in Delhi, ceremonial robes, proud families, and camera flashes came together to mark one of India’s largest academic celebrations. At the University of Delhi’s 102nd Convocation, more than…
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Vice-President Radhakrishnan’s Inspiring Convocation Speech at Kashmir University
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan Addresses the 21st Convocation of the University of Kashmir The University of Kashmir campus came alive in celebration as the Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, graced the 21st Convocation Ceremony in Srinagar—his first official visit to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir as the Vice-President of India. The…
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Alia Bhatt Shines at BAFTA 2026 with a Heartfelt ‘Namaskar’
Alia Bhatt Brings a Touch of Hindi and Heart to the BAFTAs At BAFTA 2026, Alia Bhatt celebrates her Indian roots with a graceful “Namaskar” — turning a global moment into something uniquely hers. A Proud Indian Moment on the Global Stage When Alia Bhatt said “Namaskar” on the BAFTA stage, the world smiled. Making…
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UN Chief Urges Responsible AI Development at India Summit
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AI Governance Must Be Grounded in Science and Human Rights, Says UN Chief at India AI Impact Summit 2026 New Delhi, February 20, 2026 — The India AI Impact Summit has emerged as one of the world’s foremost platforms exploring how artificial intelligence can be governed responsibly and used inclusively. Now in its 2026 edition,…
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Vice-President Radhakrishnan on AI’s Impact in India
Vice-President Radhakrishnan Says AI Will ‘Transform India’s Future’ Across Health, Education, and Governance ENLARGE ENLARGE New Delhi, February 20, 2026 — Artificial intelligence will redefine how India learns, heals, and governs itself, Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan said on Friday, expressing confidence that the technology will open up “entirely new opportunities and jobs” while making…
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Global AI Leaders Unite at India Summit 2026
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India AI Impact Summit 2026: A Defining Moment for the AI Age The global AI conversation has officially arrived in India — and in spectacular fashion. On February 19, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, declaring Artificial Intelligence a civilizational turning point—one that could redefine humanity’s…
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The India We Imagine: Highlights from Harvard’s 2026 Conference
India Conference at Harvard 2026: A Global Forum on “The India We Imagine” The India Conference at Harvard 2026, held on February 14–15, 2026, marked the 23rd annual edition of one of the most influential student-led global forums in the United States. Organized by students across Harvard’s schools—including the Kennedy School and Business School—the event…
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Ishan Kishan’s Heroics Lead India to Victory Against Pakistan
India Crushes Pakistan with Record-Breaking Win in T20 World Cup 2026 The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo witnessed yet another chapter in India’s dominance over Pakistan in T20 World Cup history. In a high-voltage Group A clash, India stormed to a 61-run victory—their largest margin of triumph against Pakistan in T20Is—cementing an 8-1 head-to-head record…
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Mark Schoeff Jr. Takes Office as NPC President
Mark Schoeff Jr. Inaugurated as 119th President of the National Press Club On a snowy February evening in Washington, D.C., the National Press Club welcomed its 119th president: Mark Schoeff Jr., a seasoned journalist whose career has spanned politics, think tanks, and financial services reporting. A Journalist’s Journey Schoeff currently covers legislation and regulations affecting…
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USA Puts India on Edge: T20 World Cup Recap
When the Newcomer Scared the Champion: India’s Nervy Start to T20 World Cup 2026 By CitiTimes Editorial Desk Mumbai | February 7, 2026 The Wankhede Stadium witnessed a fascinating subplot in world cricket on February 7, 2026 — not just another India win, but a glimpse of how quickly the global game is evolving. In…
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India U-19 Cricket Team: Champions Again with 100-Run Victory
India’s U-19 Champions Reign Supreme Again: Sixth World Title Sealed in Style Indian cricket witnessed another golden chapter as the India Under-19 Men’s team powered its way to glory in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, delivering a commanding performance in the final against England. With a dominant 100-run victory, India not only…
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