Tag: technology
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IBM Study: Sports Fans Demand Simplicity in Digital Experiences
The Sports Fan Has Had Enough of the App Maze IBM study finds that as sports become more digital, fans are demanding something surprisingly simple: one connected experience they can trust The modern sports fan has more ways to follow a game than ever before—and increasingly, that may be the problem. There is an app…
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Modi’s Vision for a Developed India by 2047
From Freedom to Viksit Bharat: PM Modi’s 80th Independence Day Vision New Delhi | August 15, 2026 On India’s 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort with a message centered on ambition, self-reliance and the collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat (Developed India)…
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Chandigarh School Hosts Prestigious Fulbright Teacher Delegation
Chandigarh Government School Earns Global Recognition as It Hosts Prestigious U.S. Fulbright Teacher Delegation Chandigarh | July 22, 2026 A government school in Chandigarh is making international headlines after being selected to host a delegation of American educators under one of the world’s most respected academic exchange initiatives—the Fulbright Program – Teachers for Global Classrooms.…
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Combatting Fake Universities: UGC’s Critical Alert to Students
Degrees of Deception: Why UGC’s Warning on Fake Universities Demands Public Attention By issuing its April 9, 2026, public notice, India’s higher education regulator has done more than restate the law—it has sounded an alarm. In a country where education is still widely seen as the most reliable ladder to social mobility, the idea that…
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Enhancing Student Safety: UGC’s Call for Action in Higher Education
Why UGC’s Latest Advisory on Student Safety Deserves Serious Attention By CitiTimes Editorial Desk UGC Demands Strict Adherence to Student Safety Regulations Across Higher Educational Institutions In a decisive communication dated April 9, 2026, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has firmly reiterated its commitment to the safety, security, and well-being of students in Higher Educational…
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INS Taragiri: Modern Stealth Frigate Strengthens Indian Navy
INS Taragiri: A New Era in India’s Naval Power ENLARGE Commissioning of INS Taragiri On April 3, 2026, the Indian Navy proudly commissioned INS Taragiri, the fourth stealth frigate under Project 17A, at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh. This milestone marks a significant leap in India’s naval capabilities and showcases…
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Tele-Law: Transforming Justice in Digital India
Bridging Justice with Technology: Inside India’s Tele-Law Transformation New Delhi | March 29, 2026 In a rapidly digitising India, the promise of justice is no longer confined to courtrooms—it is increasingly being delivered through screens, voices, and intelligent systems. At the National Consultation 2026 on the Tele-Law initiative, India’s Vice President, C. P. Radhakrishnan, laid…
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UNESCO Highlights Global Trend Against Phones in Schools
📱 Phones in Schools: A Global Policy Shift Gains Momentum By CitiTimes Editorial Desk | March 23, 2026 The debate over mobile phones in schools has moved from the margins to the mainstream. What began as scattered national initiatives has now become a sweeping global trend. According to UNESCO’s latest Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report,…
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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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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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Join IBM’s Global AI Push: Opportunities for India’s Educational Institutions
IBM Invites Indian Institutions to Join Global AI Push to Transform Education and Jobs By CitiTimes Editorial Desk | February 8, 2026 | New York Global technology major IBM has issued a worldwide Request for Proposals (RFP) for the next cohort of its IBM Impact Accelerator, with a strong focus on AI-driven solutions to reshape education,…
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Revamping Thums Up: Bold Anthem and New Identity
When Thunder Meets Culture: Thums Up Turns Up the Volume with Hanumankind & Vishal Dadlani If you thought brand anthems were just jingles, Thums Up has just proved otherwise. On February 5, 2026, India’s iconic billion-dollar cola brand unleashed its latest cultural statement — “Taste the Thunder”, a high-energy anthem created in collaboration with rapper…
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India’s AI Strategy: A Focus on Deployment and Trust — Ashwini Vaishnaw at WEF
India’s AI Playbook: Diffusion, Economics, and Trust at the Core Davos, Switzerland, January 21, 2026. At the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, India laid out a clear, pragmatic vision for Artificial Intelligence—one that prioritises economic value, wide-scale adoption, and responsible governance over a narrow race for ever-larger models. Speaking at the panel…
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Luciano Benavides and Nasser Al-Attiyah Triumph in Dakar 2026
2026 Dakar Rally: Champions Crowned After Epic Battle Across Saudi Arabia The 2026 Dakar Rally delivered another breathtaking chapter in the history of the world’s most grueling off-road endurance race. Spanning thousands of kilometers of unforgiving desert, dunes, and rugged terrain across Saudi Arabia, this year’s edition pushed riders, drivers, and machines to their limits…
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The Legacy of Dakar Rally: Heroes and Machines
Dakar Rally 2026: Into the Sands of Destiny ENLARGE The desert wakes before dawn. Engines growl against the silence, headlights pierce the mist, and competitors steel themselves for another day in the Dakar Rally 2026—a race that is less about winning and more about surviving. For nearly half a century, Dakar has been the crucible…
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AI Impact Summit 2026: India Leads Global AI Governance
From Action to Impact – A Curtain Raiser to the AI Impact Summit 2026 United Nations, New York, December 19, 2025 On December 16, 2025, the United Nations Headquarters in New York hosted a high-level event titled “From Action to Impact,” jointly organized by India and France. The event served as the official curtain raiser…
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Impact of Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill on Indian Universities
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025: A Milestone in India’s Higher Education Reform India’s higher education landscape is on the cusp of a historic transformation. On December 15, 2025, the Education Minister introduced the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha, aiming to unify and modernize the regulatory framework for universities and…
