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January 30, 2024
The President of India nominates Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu as a member of the Rajya Sabha.
New Delhi, January 30, 2024 —Today, the President of India nominated Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu to the Rajya Sabha.
Satnam Singh Sandhu, the son of a farmer, is an accomplished educationist in India. He faced difficulties in pursuing education himself, being from an agricultural background. Therefore, he made it his mission to establish a high-quality educational institution, starting with the Chandigarh Group of Colleges (CGC) at Landran in Mohali in 2001. He then went a step further and founded Chandigarh University in 2012. The university has been ranked in the QS World Rankings 2023 and is the top private university in Asia.
Chandigarh University Chancellor Sandhu is also a philanthropist who has financially assisted countless students to pursue quality education. He is actively involved in community efforts to improve health and wellness and promote communal harmony through his two NGOs, the Indian Minorities Foundation and the New India Development (NID) Foundation.
In addition to his work in India, he has made significant efforts for national integration and worked extensively with the diaspora abroad.
Source: Ministry of Home Affairs
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Prime Minister Modi expresses happiness as the President of India nominates Chandigarh University Chancellor, Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu, to the Rajya Sabha.
New Delhi, January 30, 2024 — The President of India has nominated Chandigarh University Chancellor, Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu, to the Rajya Sabha.
Prime Minister Modi was delighted after the President nominated Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu for the Rajya Sabha. Sandhu Ji is a distinguished educationist and social worker who has served people at the grassroots level in various ways, Mr. Modi said. He has always worked extensively to promote national integration and has also worked with the Indian diaspora, PM Modi added. The Prime Minister wished him the best for his parliamentary journey and expressed confidence that his views would enrich the Rajya Sabha proceedings.
The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, expressed his warm welcome towards the nomination of Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu Ji as a member of the Rajya Sabha. He acknowledged his exceptional community service contributions and unwavering dedication to education, innovation, and learning. The Vice President believes that Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu Ji’s expertise and experience will immensely benefit the Rajya Sabha. He wished him all the very best for his tenure.
India’s Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, also welcomed the nomination of Shri Satnam Singh Sandhu to the Rajya Sabha. He appreciated Sandhu’s contribution as a distinguished educationist, noted social worker, and expressed optimism that his presence in the August House will enrich it. The Minister wished him the best as Shri Sandhu embarked on a new journey of serving society.
Sources: Prime Minister’s Office; Chandigarh University
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"Maratha Military Landscapes of India" will be India's nomination for recognition as UNESCO World Heritage List for the year 2024-25
Maratha Military Landscapes of India, developed between the 17th and 19th centuries, represent an extraordinary fortification and military system envisioned by the Maratha rulers.
Photo: The Taj Mahal, Agra, India. The Taj Mahal was granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1983. Image Credit: Otis Yang. [File Photo]
New Delhi, January 29, 2024 — The “Maratha Military Landscapes of India” is India’s proposal for UNESCO World Heritage List recognition for 2024-25. The nomination consists of twelve parts, including Salher Fort, Shivneri Fort, Lohgad, Khanderi Fort, Raigad, Rajgad, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala Fort, Vijay Durg, Sindhudurg in Maharashtra, and Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu. These parts, located in diverse geographic and physiographic areas, showcase the strategic military powers of Maratha rule.
There are 42 World Heritage sites in India, of which 34 are cultural sites, 7 are natural sites, and one is a mixed site. Maharashtra has six World Heritage Sites, including five cultural sites and one natural site: Ajanta Caves (1983), Ellora Caves (1983), Elephanta Caves (1987), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (formerly Victoria Terminus) (2004), Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai (2018), and Western Ghats of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala (2012), which is a serial property in the natural category.
The Maratha Military Landscapes of India, included in the Tentative List of World Heritage sites in 2021, is the sixth cultural property proposed for inclusion in the World Heritage List from Maharashtra.
Source: Ministry of Culture
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January 29, 2024
The Beating Retreat Ceremony at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi, India, on January 29, 2024.
Photos: The Beating Retreat Ceremony at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi, India, on January 29, 2024.
Source: Press Information Bureau, Government of India
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Tissot presents Tissot T-Touch Connect Sport
Photos: Tissot T-Touch Connect Sport. Images provided by & copyright © TISSOT.
Tissot is known for its ability to merge style and functionality, and their latest offering, the Tissot T-Touch Connect Sport, is no exception. Building on the success of the T-Touch Connect Solar, this new unisex sports watch is for active individuals who value their well-being and want a high-quality timepiece on their wrist.
The Tissot T-Touch Connect Sport features a quartz movement and is recharged by solar power. With a 43mm diameter, the watch has high-performance solar cells on the dial that capture light and store energy in an accumulator, allowing it to run for months without needing to be charged. The watch also has tactile sapphire glass and an AMOLED screen responsive to touch or side pushers, providing a versatile interactive experience.
Source: TISSOT
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January 26, 2024
India celebrates its 75th Republic Day on January 26, 2024, with a Parade in New Delhi.
Photos: India celebrated its 75th Republic Day on January 26, 2024, with a Parade in New Delhi.
Source: Press Information Bureau, Government of India
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January 25, 2024
Attention: Vice Chancellors of Universities in India. If your University has not yet registered with the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for Uniform Postgraduate Admissions, it may do so now.
January 25, 2024
Attention, Vice-Chancellors of Universities in India!
If your University has not yet registered with the National Testing Agency (NTA) to participate in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for Postgraduate Admissions, you can apply to the NTA and join the system. It will enable your University to benefit from the CUET program and provide a fair and transparent entrance process for postgraduate students.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Ministry of Education have entrusted the National Testing Agency (NTA) with the responsibility of conducting the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for admission to postgraduate courses. This move aims to simplify the admission process and ensure equal opportunities for all students.
To add your University to the NTA’s list of participating institutions, you can register with the NTA. The NTA regularly updates the list of Universities on its website. After registration, it will soon include your University’s name on the list.
Photo: UGC advises the Vice Chancellors of Universities in India to register with the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for Postgraduate Admissions.
Source: UGC
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January 24, 2024
United Nations Headquarters Event on International Day of Education, January 24, 2024
Photo: Jinan Lorenzio Wu from the Juilliard School in New York performs during the event “Learning for Lasting Peace” on the International Day of Education (January 24). United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) organized the event. January 24, 2024. New York. United States of America. UN Photo/Loey Felipe.
Source: United Nations, New York
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January 23, 2024
Academy announces Oscars Nominations 2024
Photo: Salma Hayek arrives on the red carpet of the 95th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Image provided by & copyright © Richard Harbaugh / A.M.P.A.S. [File Photo]
LOS ANGELES, CA, January 23, 2024 - Actors Zazie Beetz and Jack Quaid announced the 96th Oscars nominations from the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater via a global live stream, an international satellite feed, and broadcast media.
Beetz and Quaid announced the nominees in 8 categories, followed by the remaining 15 at the live event attended by international media and industry guests.
The Academy members of each of the 18 branches vote to determine the nominees in their respective categories. It means that actors nominate actors, film editors nominate film editors, and so on. However, the Academy selects nominees by a vote of multi-branch screening committees in the Animated Feature Film, International Feature Film, and Live live-action Short Film categories. All voting members are eligible to choose the Best Picture nominees. This year’s voting participation was at an all-time high, with members submitting ballots from 93 countries.
NOMINATIONS FOR THE 96th ACEDEMY AWARDS
• Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role
- Bradley Cooper in “Maestro”
- Colman Domingo in “Rustin”
- Paul Giamatti in “The Holdovers”
- Cillian Murphy in “Oppenheimer”
- Jeffrey Wright in “American Fiction”
• Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role
- Sterling K. Brown in “American Fiction”
- Robert De Niro in “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- Robert Downey Jr. in “Oppenheimer”
- Ryan Gosling in “Barbie”
- Mark Ruffalo in “Poor Things”
• Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role
- Annette Bening in “Nyad”
- Lily Gladstone in “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- Sandra Hüller in “Anatomy of a Fall”
- Carey Mulligan in “Maestro”
- Emma Stone in “Poor Things”
• Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role
- Emily Blunt in “Oppenheimer”
- Danielle Brooks in “The Color Purple”
- America Ferrera in “Barbie”
- Jodie Foster in “Nyad”
- Da’Vine Joy Randolph in “The Holdovers”
• Best Animated Feature Film of the Year
- “The Boy and the Heron” Hayao Miyazaki and Toshio Suzuki
- “Elemental” Peter Sohn and Denise Ream
- “Nimona” Nick Bruno, Troy Quane, Karen Ryan, and Julie Zackary
- “Robot Dreams” Pablo Berger, Ibon Cormenzana, Ignasi Estapé and Sandra Tapia Díaz
- “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” Kemp Powers, Justin K. Thompson, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and Amy Pascal
• Achievement in Cinematography
- “El Conde” Edward Lachman
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Rodrigo Prieto
- “Maestro” Matthew Libatique
- “Oppenheimer” Hoyte van Hoytema
- “Poor Things” Robbie Ryan
• Achievement in Costume Design
- “Barbie” Jacqueline Durran
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Jacqueline West
- “Napoleon” Janty Yates and Dave Crossman
- “Oppenheimer” Ellen Mirojnick
- “Poor Things” Holly Waddington
• Achievement in Directing
- “Anatomy of a Fall” Justine Triet
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Martin Scorsese
- “Oppenheimer” Christopher Nolan
- “Poor Things” Yorgos Lanthimos
- “The Zone of Interest” Jonathan Glazer
• Best Documentary Feature Film
- “Bobi Wine: The People’s President” Moses Bwayo, Christopher Sharp, and John Battsek
- “The Eternal Memory” Nominees to be determined
- “Four Daughters” Kaouther Ben Hania and Nadim Cheikhrouha
- “To Kill a Tiger” Nisha Pahuja, Cornelia Principe and David Oppenheim
- “20 Days in Mariupol” Mstyslav Chernov, Michelle Mizner, and Raney Aronson-Rath
• Best Documentary Short Film
- “The ABCs of Book Banning” Sheila Nevins and Trish Adlesic
- “The Barber of Little Rock” John Hoffman and Christine Turner
- “Island in Between” S. Leo Chiang and Jean Tsien
- “The Last Repair Shop” Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers
- “Nai Nai & Wai Po” Sean Wang and Sam Davis
• Achievement in Film Editing
- “Anatomy of a Fall” Laurent Senechal
- “The Holdovers” Kevin Tent
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Thelma Schoonmaker
- “Oppenheimer” Jennifer Lame
- “Poor Things” Yorgos Mavropsaridis
• Best International Feature Film of the Year
- “Io Capitano” Italy
- “Perfect Days” Japan
- “Society of the Snow” Spain
- “The Teachers’ Lounge” Germany
- “The Zone of Interest” United Kingdom
• Achievement in Makeup and Hairstyling
- “Golda” Karen Hartley Thomas, Suzi Battersby, and Ashra Kelly-Blue
- “Maestro” Kazu Hiro, Kay Georgiou, and Lori McCoy-Bell
- “Oppenheimer” Luisa Abel
- “Poor Things” Nadia Stacey, Mark Coulier and Josh Weston
- “Society of the Snow” Ana López-Puigcerver, David Martí and Montse Ribé
• Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original score)
- “American Fiction” Laura Karpman
- “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” John Williams
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Robbie Robertson
- “Oppenheimer” Ludwig Göransson
- “Poor Things” Jerskin Fendrix
• Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original song)
- “The Fire Inside” from “Flamin’ Hot”
- Music and Lyric by Diane Warren
- “I’m Just Ken” from “Barbie”
- Music and Lyric by Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt
- “It Never Went Away” from “American Symphony”
- Music and Lyric by Jon Batiste and Dan Wilson
- “Wahzhazhe (A Song For My People)” from “Killers of the Flower Moon”
- Music and Lyric by Scott George
- “What Was I Made For?” from “Barbie”
- Music and Lyric by Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell
• Best Motion Picture of the Year
- “American Fiction” Ben LeClair, Nikos Karamigios, Cord Jefferson, and Jermaine Johnson, Producers
- “Anatomy of a Fall” Marie-Ange Luciani and David Thion, Producers
- “Barbie” David Heyman, Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley and Robbie Brenner, Producers
- “The Holdovers” Mark Johnson, Producer
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Dan Friedkin, Bradley Thomas, Martin Scorsese and Daniel Lupi, Producers
- “Maestro” Bradley Cooper, Steven Spielberg, Fred Berner, Amy Durning and Kristie Macosko Krieger, Producers
- “Oppenheimer” Emma Thomas, Charles Roven and Christopher Nolan, Producers
- “Past Lives” David Hinojosa, Christine Vachon and Pamela Koffler, Producers
- “Poor Things” Ed Guiney, Andrew Lowe, Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone, Producers
- “The Zone of Interest” James Wilson, Producer
• Achievement in Production Design
- “Barbie” Production Design: Sarah Greenwood; Set Decoration: Katie Spencer
- “Killers of the Flower Moon” Production Design: Jack Fisk; Set Decoration: Adam Willis
- “Napoleon” Production Design: Arthur Max; Set Decoration: Elli Griff
- “Oppenheimer” Production Design: Ruth De Jong; Set Decoration: Claire Kaufman
- “Poor Things” Production Design: James Price and Shona Heath; Set Decoration: Zsuzsa Mihalek
• Best Animated Short Film
- “Letter to a Pig” Tal Kantor and Amit R. Gicelter
- “Ninety-Five Senses” Jerusha Hess and Jared Hess
- “Our Uniform” Yegane Moghaddam
- “Pachyderme” Stéphanie Clément and Marc Rius
- “WAR IS OVER! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko” Dave Mullins and Brad Booker
• Best Live-action Short Film
- “The After” Misan Harriman and Nicky Bentham
- “Invincible” Vincent René-Lortie and Samuel Caron
- “Knight of Fortune” Lasse Lyskjær Noer and Christian Norlyk
- “Red, White and Blue” Nazrin Choudhury and Sara McFarlane
- “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar” Wes Anderson and Steven Rales
• Achievement in Sound
- “The Creator” Ian Voigt, Erik Aadahl, Ethan Van der Ryn, Tom Ozanich and Dean Zupancic
- “Maestro” Steven A. Morrow, Richard King, Jason Ruder, Tom Ozanich, and Dean Zupancic
- “Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One” Chris Munro, James H. Mather, Chris Burdon and Mark Taylor
- “Oppenheimer” Willie Burton, Richard King, Gary A. Rizzo and Kevin O’Connell
- “The Zone of Interest” Tarn Willers and Johnnie Burn
• Achievement in Visual Effects
- “The Creator” Jay Cooper, Ian Comley, Andrew Roberts, and Neil Corbould
- “Godzilla Minus One” Takashi Yamazaki, Kiyoko Shibuya, Masaki Takahashi and Tatsuji Nojima
- “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” Stephane Ceretti, Alexis Wajsbrot, Guy Williams and Theo Bialek
- “Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One” Alex Wuttke, Simone Coco, Jeff Sutherland and Neil Corbould
- “Napoleon” Charley Henley, Luc-Ewen Martin-Fenouillet, Simone Coco, and Neil Corbould
• Adapted Screenplay
- “American Fiction” Written for the screen by Cord Jefferson
- “Barbie” Written by Greta Gerwig & Noah Baumbach
- “Oppenheimer” Written for the screen by Christopher Nolan
- “Poor Things” Screenplay by Tony McNamara
- “The Zone of Interest” Written by Jonathan Glazer
• Original Screenplay
- “Anatomy of a Fall” Screenplay - Justine Triet and Arthur Harari
- “The Holdovers “Written by David Hemingson
- “Maestro” Written by Bradley Cooper & Josh Singer
- “May December” Screenplay by Samy Burch; Story by Samy Burch & Alex Mechanik
- “Past Lives” Written by Celine Song
Active members of the Academy are eligible to vote for the winners in all 23 categories beginning Thursday, February 22, through Tuesday, February 27.
The 96th Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and will be televised live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide.
Source: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
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January 22, 2024
Prime Minister Modi participates in the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Shri Ramlalla in the newly built Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya.
• Representatives of the country’s major spiritual and religious sects attended the Pran Pratishtha ceremony.
Photos: Prime Minister Modi at the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Shree Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh on January 22, 2024.
Photos: Glimpses of Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Shree Ram Janmaboomi Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh on January 22, 2024.
New Delhi, India, January 22, 2024 — On January 22, 2024, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the consecration ceremony (Pran Pratishtha) of Shri Ramlalla in the newly constructed Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir located in Ayodhya. The Prime Minister had received an invitation from the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Trust for the ceremony.
Representatives of the country’s major spiritual and religious sects attended the historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony. In addition, people from various tribal communities and all walks of life also participated in the event. The Prime Minister addressed this distinguished gathering on this significant occasion.
The Prime Minister interacted with the Shramjeevis, who were associated with the construction of the Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir. He also visited the Kuber Tila, an ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiva, and performed Pooja and Darshan at this restored temple.
The magnificent Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Mandir is constructed in the traditional Nagara style. It has a length of 380 feet (east-west), a width of 250 feet, and a height of 161 feet. Three hundred ninety-two pillars and 44 doors support the temple. The pillars and walls of the temple showcase intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu deities, gods, and goddesses. The main sanctum sanctorum on the ground floor contains the idol of Shri Ramlalla, which depicts the childhood form of Bhagwan Shri Ram.
The main entrance to the Mandir is on the eastern side. To reach it, you must climb 32 stairs through the Singh Dwar. The Mandir has five halls known as Mandaps - Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap, and Kirtan Mandap. There is also a historic well called Sita Koop located near the Mandir. This well dates back to the ancient era. In the southwestern part of the Mandir complex, you can find Kuber Tila, where the ancient Mandir of Bhagwan Shiv has been restored, along with the installation of a statue of Jatayu.
The foundation of the Mandir has been built using roller-compacted concrete (RCC) that is 14 meters thick, giving it the appearance of an artificial rock formation. The entire structure has been constructed without the use of iron. A 21-foot-high plinth has been built using granite to protect against ground moisture. The Mandir complex boasts a sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, water supply for fire safety, and an independent power station. The construction of the Mandir was carried out using traditional and indigenous technology of the country.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office
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January 19, 2024
UGC India publishes the List of Defaulting Universities that have not appointed Ombudspersons per the University Grants Commission Redressal of Grievances of Students Regulations.
New Delhi, India, January 17, 2023 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released a PUBLIC NOTICE, which lists the Names of Universities that have failed to appoint Ombudspersons in compliance with the University Grants Commission Redressal of Grievances of Students Regulations, 2023.
On April 11, 2023, UGC notified the University Grants Commission (Redressal of Grievances of Students) Regulations, 2023, in the Official Gazette. Following this, the UGC sent a letter to universities on April 12, 2023, asking them to appoint ombudspersons within 30 days.
The list contains the names of more than 300 universities that have defaulted on appointing Ombudspersons per the regulations.
Photo: UGC Public Notice announcing the List of Defaulting Universities that have not appointed Ombudspersons in compliance with the University Grants Commission Redressal of Grievances of Students Regulations, 2023.
Source: UGC
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January 18, 2024
India reinforces its status as a Resilient Global Economy and a Preferred Investment Destination at Davos.
Photo: Impressions from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. January 11, 2024. Image provided by & copyright © World Economic Forum/Pascal Bitz.
New Delhi, January 18, 2024 — The 54th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) takes place from January 15 to January 19, 2024, in Davos, Switzerland, with India being the center of attention under the theme “Building Trust.” WEF’s workstreams align with India’s vision of growth, carbon neutrality, sustainability, a robust economy, and the concept of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: The World Is One Family,” which India championed during its G20 presidency. India’s presence at Davos reinforces its status as a resilient global economy and a preferred investment destination.
Smriti Irani, Minister of Women & Child Development; Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Housing & Urban Affairs; Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Communications, Electronics & IT; and RK Singh, Secretary, DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry will lead the Government of India. They will participate in various sessions of the World Economic Forum, discussing topics such as Education, Biofuels, Gender Gaps, Renewables, Semiconductors, and Manufacturing alongside other global political and business leaders.
India’s presence at WEF secures four distinct spaces, each dedicated to illuminating the India Opportunity and unfolding its Growth Story to global investors:
India Engagement Centre: This lounge will showcase India’s digital public infrastructure, vibrant startup ecosystem, burgeoning energy sector and host fireside chats on globally significant pillars.
Experience India Centre: This lounge will unveil the technological leaps powered by New India, its commitments to sustainability and inclusivity, and its vibrant culture.
India Investment Centre: This will serve as a center for Government-to-Business (G2B) and Business-to-Business (B2B) networking, hosting roundtables, sessions, and panels on leading topics.
We Lead Lounge: This year, a dedicated gender lounge, “We Lead Lounge,” will focus on women’s participation in various walks of life, financial inclusion, and bridging the digital gender gap.
The India centers started with a compelling panel discussion on “Beyond Borders: India’s Impact on the World Stage” on the first day. Organized as a cornerstone event, the panel delved into India’s evolving role in the global landscape. PHDCCI, in collaboration with Invest India, organized this panel, providing a comprehensive exploration of India’s contributions and influence worldwide, offering insights that resonate beyond geographical borders.
The India Engagement Centres will catalyze meaningful dialogues and initiatives, solidifying their role as pivotal hubs for fostering collaboration and business cooperation on international fronts.
At WEF, 21 sessions will be held over five days, showcasing India’s opportunities and opening doors for discussion on Manufacturing, Technology, Gender-based impact, Sustainability, Mobility, Startups, Healthcare, AI, etc.
In tandem with the India Lounges, the establishment of five State Lounges underscores India’s consolidated and prominent role at WEF, fostering collaboration and discourse on a global scale. The five states include Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.
The Indian business representatives number over 80, and a few Indian companies have established their presence through Lounges in Davos. CII would organize sessions and media panels to promote various aspects of India’s growth story and its successful leadership of the B20. In addition, PHDCCI is also actively participating in showcasing various strong themes representing opportunities in India.
Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
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January 16, 2024
The University Grants Commission in India instructs Universities to use Handloom Ceremonial Robes during Convocations and become Proud of their Indian Heritage.
New Delhi, India, January 16, 2024 — The University Grants Commission has sent a letter to all university vice-chancellors recommending using ceremonial robes made of Handloom during convocations. The Commission has also advised the universities to become proud of their Indian heritage.
This initiative presents an excellent opportunity for the universities in India to demonstrate their commitment to Indian traditions and culture while supporting the handloom industry. By adopting this approach, universities can contribute to the country’s economic growth and promote sustainable fashion.
Photo: The letter from the UGC instructing the Universities in India to use Handloom Ceremonial Robes during Convocations and become Proud of their Indian Heritage.
Source: UGC
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January 15, 2024
Deer. And Rabbits. And Owls. And Foxes.
U.S. Postal Service Issues Winter Woodland Animals Stamps.
Photo: U.S. Postal Service Issues Winter Woodland Animals Stamps. Deer. And Rabbits. And Owls. And Foxes.
WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service commemorates four species that reside in North American woodlands with the release of the Winter Woodland Animals stamps. These species, including deer, rabbits, owls, and foxes, are some of the most recognizable wildlife found throughout America and remind us of the stunning natural environment surrounding us.
White-tailed deer are one of the most abundant species in North America and are admired for their beauty and agility. Rabbits often live near the edge of forests to easily find food from gardens, yards, and meadows. Foxes are tough and adaptable creatures that have learned to thrive in almost every environment. Owls are fascinating birds of prey that prefer to nest in tree cavities or abandoned nests of other birds.
The stamps feature whimsical, graphic illustrations of these creatures. Antonio Alcala, an art director for the Postal Service, designed the stamps with Katie Kirk, who illustrated them using geometric shapes of bold, solid color. Each animal appears with details of its habitat in winter, such as a full or crescent moon, snow-covered trees, holly branches with berries, and delicate snowflakes.
Source: U.S. Postal Service
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January 6, 2024
UNESCO-IIEP report titled "Partnering for Impact: Five Opportunities for 2024 and Beyond" outlines potential collaborations for the future.
Paris, France, January 06, 2024 — Partnerships are crucial in transforming education, as no single institution can do it alone. They are essential to ensuring comprehensive educational planning and accountable, effective management.
• UNESCO IIEP (UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning) is the only United Nations agency with the mandate to support countries with educational planning and management.
To celebrate the beginning of 2024, UNESCO-IIEP has identified five critical partnership areas. UNESCO-IIEP discussed these areas during five panels in its last Donors’ Day event, which brought together partners and beneficiaries. The event’s purpose was to reflect on the power of planning to address evolving country needs and global urgencies.
• Strengthening systems for sustainable planning
In the past two years, the International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP) has supported 19 education sector analyses and plans, impacting the education of over 109 million children and youth.
These plans include simulation models, costed action plans, monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks. IIEP works with education actors at both centralized and decentralized levels to ensure that the process is nationally-led and participatory. This approach helps create a long-term and sustainable plan for effective implementation.
Global Campus: To strengthen this system further, IIEP will launch a new Global Campus in 2024, including all its training programs and courses and a new micro-credential and diploma system.
• Taking gender equality to the next level
The Gender at the Centre Initiative (GCI) promotes gender equality in sub-Saharan African countries. The program has supported eight countries over four years, establishing alliances within ministries to integrate gender equality into policies and plans.
The first phase ended in 2023, and a second phase was launched with renewed funding to consolidate progress.
• Making education a critical solution to the climate crisis
IIEP integrates climate action into planning, collaborating with more countries to implement adaptation and environmental sustainability measures.
As part of the GPE initiative, they will provide climate-smart education system reforms emphasizing disaster risk reduction, cross-sectoral coordination, and climate-relevant training.
• Fostering south-south collaboration and sharing evidence
IIEP’s Office for Latin America and the Caribbean has pioneered virtual Communities of Practice for education stakeholders to exchange knowledge and develop expertise.
This network will be replicated globally in 2024 to enhance knowledge exchange in planning and management.
• Forging new partnerships for broader impact
The last UNESCO-IIEP symposium underscored the importance of new partnerships and strategic alliances to address emerging and long-standing challenges.
UNESCO-IIEP’s most recent collaborations include support for the 2024 Education Leadership Seminar and research on the middle tier, digital tools for accountability, and narrowing learner gaps.
Source: UNESCO IIEP
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January 3, 2024
The University Grants Commission (UGC) warns Universities in India against collaborating with Foreign Higher Institutions not recognized by it.
New Delhi, India, January 03, 2024 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has warned all universities in India against collaborating with foreign higher education institutions that the Commission does not recognize.
The UGC has observed that some universities are attempting to partner with foreign educational institutions that the Commission does not recognize. The UGC does not acknowledge such partnerships, and the Commission will not recognize any degrees conferred following such arrangements.
• In addition, all such collaborations must comply with “The University Grants Commission (Academic Collaboration between Indian and Foreign Higher Education Institutions to offer Twinning Programme, Joint Degree, Dual Degree Programmes) Regulations, 2022.”
Further, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has warned students and the public that opting for programs and degrees that do not have UGC recognition will result in consequences.
Furthermore, the UGC has alerted that it will take action against all defaulting Universities in India under applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Photo: The University Grants Commission (UGC) warns Universities in India against collaborating with Foreign Higher Institutions not recognized by it. The UGC has alerted that it will take action against all defaulting Universities.
Source: UGC
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January 2, 2024
Prime Minister Modi addresses the 38th Convocation Ceremony of Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.
Photo: Prime Minister Modi attends the 38th Convocation Ceremony of Bharathidasan University at Tiruchirappalli, in Tamil Nadu, on January 02, 2024.
New Delhi, January 02, 2024 — Shri Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, delivered a speech at the 38th Convocation Ceremony of Bharathidasan University in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. During the ceremony, he congratulated the graduating students, their teachers, and parents and awarded the meritorious students of the University.
The Prime Minister highlighted the event’s significance, as it was his first public interaction of 2024. He expressed his happiness in being present in the beautiful state of Tamil Nadu and among the youth. Additionally, he mentioned that it was an honor for him to be the first Prime Minister to grace the convocation ceremony at Bharathidasan University.
The Prime Minister stressed the importance of knowledge and education in Indian civilization, citing ancient universities such as Nalanda, Takshila, Kanchipuram, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and Madurai. He also quoted Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, saying that education teaches us to live in harmony with all existence.
The Prime Minister urged the graduating students to ponder deeply about the purpose of education and how they can utilize it for societal benefit. He underlined the importance of giving back to society and working towards building a better country. He also acknowledged the role of the entire society in bringing the students to this day.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office
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January 1, 2024
Welcome 2024! Happy New Year!
Welcome 2024! Happy New Year!
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