September 3, 2023
Tanishq presents 'Rivaah x Tarun Tahiliani'
Photo: Models, Tanishq officials, and designer Tarun Tahiliani at Tanishq’s ‘Rivaah x Tarun Tahiliani’ launch. Image provided by & copyright © Tanishq.
Photo: Tanishq Ad for Rivaah. Image provided by & copyright © Tanishq.
Bangalore, India, September 02, 2023 — Tanishq, India’s most prominent jewelry retail brand from the TATA house, presents ‘Rivaah x Tarun Tahiliani.’ It is an exclusive collaboration with the leading fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani under Tanishq’s wedding sub-brand - Rivaah. The collection features a blend of traditional Indian craftsmanship and delicate embroideries. It draws inspiration from Tahiliani’s embroidery styles, including Chikankari, Kashida, Zardosi, and Diamond, redefining bridal elegance. Each piece is unique, representing the bride’s personality and Tanishq’s timeless jewelry-making techniques, making it a splendid choice for Indian weddings.
“Our collection offers a versatile range of jewelry for brides, suitable for various wedding occasions. It combines luxury and extravagance, creating a stunning array of unique designs that reflect tradition while addressing modern preferences,” Tanishq said.
“Using intricate and unique karigari techniques such as Rawa and Filigree, along with colored stones piroi, we craft each piece with delicate patterns and effortless artistry, highlighting the rich heritage of these techniques. The collection seamlessly weaves together timeless traditions and exquisite craftsmanship, creating a beautiful tapestry of handcrafted artistry and contemporary appeal,” Tanishq elaborated.
Ms. Revathi Kant, Chief Design Officer, Titan Company Limited, spoke on the launch of ‘Rivaah x Tarun Tahiliani,’ stating that the collection is a testament to the synergy between timeless craftsmanship and modern elegance. This collaboration has enabled them to design jewelry that transcends eras and appeals to the modern bride. Tanishq Rivaah caters to the discerning new-age Indian bride who loves participating in her wedding.
Tarun Tahiliani, speaking on the partnership, said that collaborating with Rivaah by Tanishq was a match made in heaven for him. His brand has stood for lightweightness, fun, and vitality, which this campaign about the free-spirited bride beautifully encapsulates.
Tanishq, a TATA Group jewelry brand, offers superior craftsmanship, exclusive designs, and guaranteed quality. It says it is the only brand to understand Indian women and fulfill their traditional and modern desires. All Tanishq stores have a Karatmeter to check gold purity. The Tanishq retail chain currently spreads across 400+ exclusive boutiques in more than 240 cities.
Source: Tanishq
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September 2, 2023
Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023 rates the Reserve Bank of India Governor, Shaktikanta Das, with the top A+ Grade.
Photo: Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das, addressing a seminar on ‘Global Economy: Challenges, Opportunities & the Way Forward’ in Mumbai, August 11, 2023.
New York, September 01, 2023 — Global Finance magazine has released the Central Banker Report Cards 2023, which grades the performance of central bank governors of 101 key countries, territories, and districts based on their success in inflation control, economic growth goals, currency stability, and interest rate management. The grades range from A to F, with A+ representing the best performance and F the worst. The report is published annually since 1994.
Shaktikanta Das, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, has received the highest A+ grade in the report. Other central bank governors who earned A+ grades are Thomas J. Jordan from Switzerland and Nguyen Thi Hong from Vietnam.
The full report and grade list will appear in Global Finance’s October issue print and digital editions and online at GFMag.com. Global Finance’s audience includes senior corporate and financial officers responsible for making investment and strategic decisions for multinational companies and financial institutions. The magazine has a circulation of 50,000 readers in 193 countries, territories, and districts.
Joseph Giarraputo, the founder and editorial director of Global Finance, said that the annual Central Banker Report Cards celebrate the bank governors whose strategies outperformed their peers through originality, creativity, and tenacity. He also noted that fighting inflation, fueled by pent-up demand and disrupted supply chains, has everyone turning to their central bankers for help.
The report also mentions the names of other bank governors who received A and A- grades.
The Bank Governors who earned an “A+” grade in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023 are:
- India — Shaktikanta Das
- Switzerland — Thomas J. Jordan
- Vietnam — Nguyen Thi Hong
• The Bank Governors who earned an “A” grade are:
- Brazil — Roberto Campos Neto
- Israel — Amir Yaron
- Mauritius — Harvesh Kumar Seegolam
- New Zealand — Adrian Orr
- Paraguay — Jose Cantero Sienra
- Peru — Julio Velarde
- Taiwan — Chin-Long Yang
- Uruguay — Diego Labat
• The Bank Governors who earned an “A-” grade are:
- Colombia — Leonardo Villar
- Dominican Republic — Hector Valdez Albizu
- Iceland — Asgeir Jonsson
- Indonesia — Perry Warjiyo
- Mexico — Victoria Rodriguez Ceja
- Morocco — Abdellatif Jouahri
- Norway — Ida Wolden Bache
- South Africa — Lesetja Kganyago
- South Korea — Rhee Changyong
- Sri Lanka — Nandalal Weerasinghe
Source: Global Finance
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September 1, 2023
UGC India invites Higher Education Institutions to join Chandrayaan Utsav and the Town Hall for Chandrayaan-3's Success.
New Delhi, September 01, 2023 — The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that it will be organizing a mega town hall in a hybrid format to celebrate the successful Chandrayaan-3 mission. About 200 higher education institutions (HEIs) will participate in the event to celebrate this significant achievement. India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will address the town hall.
The success of Chandrayaan-3 holds the promise of inspiring young minds to join the realms of space exploration and science, the UGC said. ISRO scientists will make a presentation at the event and answer questions from students. The ISRO display will showcase the scientific impact of this mission and how it can contribute to space exploration.
This event inspires and encourages students to pursue space exploration and scientific research.
Source: UGC
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August 30, 2023
India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched "Let's Move Forward," a Comic Book developed by NCERT and UNESCO.
The book uses storytelling to inspire students to prioritize their holistic well-being.
Photos: India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched “Let’s Move Forward,” a Comic Book developed by NCERT and UNESCO in New Delhi on August 29, 2023.
New Delhi, August 29, 2023 — Dharmendra Pradhan, the Union Minister of Education, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship, launched a new comic book called “Let’s Move Forward.”
Mr. Pradhan emphasized that this book would inspire students to prioritize their well-being while entertaining them through storytelling. The book promotes good health and wellness, critically emphasizing mental health. Dharmendra Pradhan also highlighted the significance of stories in promoting societal harmony and well-being.
Mr. Pradhan highlighted the value of collaborating with UNESCO during India’s G20 Presidency. He urged UNESCO to share Indian stories to benefit not only the youth of India but also the global community.
The comic book is a joint project by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and UNESCO New Delhi. It represents a significant step towards achieving the objectives of the School Health and Wellness Programme (SHWP).
“Let’s Move Forward” comic book serves as a guiding light for wellness centers in educational institutions. This comic book is designed for adolescents and covers vital information on 11 thematic components of the School Health and Wellness Program. These components include emotional well-being, interpersonal relationships, gender equality, nutrition and health, substance abuse prevention, healthy lifestyles, reproductive health, internet safety, and more.
The “Let’s Move Forward” comic book imparts life skills essential for promoting responsible and health-conscious adolescent behavior. This innovative approach not only disseminates health-related knowledge but also facilitates the acquisition of life skills necessary for comprehensive personal development. It is available in multiple languages, including Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odiya, Tamil, and Telugu.
The Ministry of Education, India, will distribute “Let’s Move Forward” comic book copies nationwide across educational and health institutions. Its distribution will encompass State School Education Departments, SCERTs, Colleges of Teacher Education (CTEs), Institutes of Advanced Study in Education (IASEs), District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs), Block Institutes of Teacher Education (BITEs), and state health departments. Additionally, the comic books will be disseminated to the 29,000 schools affiliated with the CBSE, expanding its outreach. An electronic version of the comic book will also be accessible on the Ministry of Education (MoE), NCERT, UNESCO, and DIKSHA websites.
Source: Ministry of Education, Government of India
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August 26, 2023
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will travel to New Delhi, India, from September 7-10 to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit.
Photo: President Joe Biden poses for a selfie with a group of cadets as he departs Falcon Stadium following the U.S. Air Force Commencement ceremony, Thursday, June 1, 2023, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. (Official White House Photo by Adam Schultz) [File Photo]
Washington, DC, August 25, 2023.
— Statement from White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s Travel to New Delhi, India. —
“President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will travel to New Delhi, India, from September 7-10 to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit. President Biden and G20 partners will discuss a range of joint efforts to tackle global issues, including the clean energy transition and combatting climate change, mitigating the economic and social impacts of Putin’s war in Ukraine, and increasing the capacity of multilateral development banks, including the World Bank, to better fight poverty, including by addressing global challenges. While in New Delhi, President Biden will also commend Prime Minister Modi’s leadership of the G20 and reaffirm the U.S. commitment to the G20 as the premier forum of economic cooperation, including by hosting it in 2026.”
Source: The White House
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August 24, 2023
Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the Moon's surface, making India the first to land near the Moon's South Pole.
New Delhi, August 24, 2023 — India’s Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft landed at the Moon’s south pole on August 23, 2023, marking a significant achievement for India’s space program. The mission aims to study the composition of the lunar surface through soil and rock analysis. The spacecraft released a photo of the lunar surface.
After the Chandrayaan-3 lander successfully touched the lunar surface, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released a photo. The Rover will conduct a two-week mission to study the Moon’s soil and rocks. India’s successful landing marks a significant achievement as the fourth country to land on the Moon and the first to touch down near the South Pole.
Head of the India Space Research Organization, Sreedhara Somanath, declared that India landed on the Moon while Prime Minister Narendra Modi waved India’s national flag, “Tiranga”.
Chandrayaan-3’s Lander-Rover has begun conducting experiments on the Moon’s surface, and the public can soon expect to see images of the Rover and Lander.
Source: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
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— UPDATE —
Chandrayaan-3 Mission:
— ISRO (@isro) August 24, 2023
All activities are on schedule.
All systems are normal.
🔸Lander Module payloads ILSA, RAMBHA and ChaSTE are turned ON today.
🔸Rover mobility operations have commenced.
🔸SHAPE payload on the Propulsion Module was turned ON on Sunday.
… … and here is how the Chandrayaan-3 Rover ramped down from the Lander to the Lunar surface. pic.twitter.com/nEU8s1At0W
— ISRO (@isro) August 25, 2023
— UPDATE 2 —
According to ISRO, on August 27, 2023, the Rover encountered a 4-meter crater 3 meters ahead and was directed to retrace its steps. It is now safely on a new path.
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Former world champion Magnus Carlsen has captured the inaugural World Cup Chess Title.
Photos: World Cup Chess Finals. Magnus Carlsen vs. R Praggnanandhaa. Images provided by & Copyright © International Chess Federation (FIDE). Photographers: Stev Bonhage and Maria Emelianova.
Baku, Azerbaijan, August 24, 2023 — Former world champion Magnus Carlsen defeated 18-year-old Indian prodigy R Praggnanandhaa in the World Cup Chess after two tie-breaks after a quiet draw in the second game of the finals. The match lasted about one and a half hours.
Carlsen won the crucial first rapid tiebreaker with black pieces in the evenly matched Giuoco Piano. Prag misplayed an attack on the black king in an even position, leading to an open and sharp endgame where he blundered in move 42.a6. Despite Carlsen’s suboptimal response, Prag continued to err in the next two moves, ultimately leading to his resignation on move 47.
Carlsen (playing as White) forced exchanges in a better position, resulting in a quiet game that ended in a draw on move 22, securing his first place.
The World Cup was the only major event Magnus Carlsen had not won in his career. He finished third in 2021. With this latest addition to his achievements, the world’s highest-rated player demonstrated that he is the ultimate force majeure of chess.
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Cup 2023 contest is in Baku, Azerbaijan, from July 29 to August 25, 2023.
Source: International Chess Federation (FIDE)
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August 16, 2023
A US Congressional delegation calls on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi appreciates the consistent and bipartisan support of the US Congress for India-US relations.
PM Modi recalls his historic State Visit to the US in June, during which he addressed the Congress a second time.
PM Modi and the US delegation highlight shared democratic values, respect for the rule of law, and strong people-to-people ties.
Photo: A US Congressional delegation calls on Prime Minister Modi in New Delhi on August 16, 2023.
New Delhi, August 16, 2023 — A US Congressional delegation of eight members from the House of Representatives called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today.
The delegation expressed bipartisan support for India-US relations, which the Prime Minister warmly welcomed. Both parties emphasized that the partnership reflects shared democratic values, respect for the rule of law, and strong people-to-people ties. The Prime Minister also noted his recent State Visit to the US in June, during which he had the honor of addressing the US Congress for a second time.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office
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August 15, 2023
Prime Minister Modi hoists the Tricolour Flag on India's 77th Independence Day in New Delhi.
Photo: On August 15, 2023, in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proudly hoisted the Tricolour Flag at Red Fort’s ramparts to commemorate India’s 77th Independence Day.
Photo: On August 15, 2023, the 77th Independence Day was celebrated in New Delhi with the release of tricolor balloons into the sky from the ramparts of Red Fort.
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World Women Badminton Champion P.V. Sindhu launches SportX - Asia's Most Exquisite Indoor Stadium, known as The Magnum Opus of Woxsen University.
Photo: World Women Badminton Champion P.V. Sindhu inaugurating SportX at Woxsen University, Hyderabad, India.
Photo: World Women Badminton Champion P.V. Sindhu addressing the gathering at SportX inauguration.
Photo: The School of Business, Woxsen University, establishes International Advisory Board.
HYDERABAD, India, August 15, 2023 — P.V. Sindhu, Padma Bhushan Awardee, Olympic medallist & World Women Badminton champion, unveiled Asia’s most exquisite indoor sports arena, the magnum opus of Woxsen University, SportX, at Woxsen University Campus.
The facility, sprawling over a 60-acre canvas, is a testament to Woxsen’s pursuit of excellence in sports infrastructure, with the highest international standards master plan for almost every indoor and outdoor sport.
The arena offers billiards, pool, carrom, chess, table tennis, Zumba, Pilates, and gymnastics facilities, providing an encompassing environment for both champions and enthusiasts.
P.V. Sindhu praised the impressive infrastructure of Woxsen University and urged students to capitalize on the opportunities available to them: “I am amazed by the top-notch facilities here at Woxsen. Having visited multiple universities, I can confidently say that Woxsen stands out as the best.”
Woxsen’s pursuit of excellence extends beyond the classroom. With a master plan that covers nearly every indoor and outdoor sport, Woxsen’s facilities meet the highest international standards over 60 acres. The outdoor sports courts include Box Cricket, 5-a-side Football Turf, Sand Volleyball, Tennis, Basketball, Kabaddi, Golf Practice Green & Mini-Driving Range, Croquet, and an ICC Standards Cricket Stadium. These facilities are meticulously designed with floodlighting and high fencing, allowing for round-the-clock use.
SportX epitomizes excellence, perseverance, and the quest for flawlessness. With its state-of-the-art 8 Badminton Courts that adhere to BWF and Olympic standards, Yonex Mats, and 2 Squash Courts of WSF standards, SportX symbolizes a dedication to raising the bar in sports. The venue also boasts top-of-the-line amenities for billiards, pool, carrom, chess, table tennis, Zumba, Pilates, and gymnastics, creating a comprehensive environment for professionals and hobbyists.
Woxsen University, located in Hyderabad, is renowned for its 200-acre state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure. Woxsen offers new-age, disruptive programs in the fields of Business, Technology, Arts & Design, Architecture, Law, Liberal Arts & Humanities, and Sciences. With 100+ Global Partner Universities and Strong Industry Connect, Woxsen is one of the top universities for Academic Excellence and Global Edge.
Source: Woxsen University, Hyderabad
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August 12, 2023
TruSkin and Kylie Cantrall Collaborate to Revolutionize Skincare for a New Generation
— The singer, songwriter, actress, and social media creator becomes the first TruSkin brand ambassador.
Photo: Kylie Cantrall. Image provided by & copyright © TruSkin.
NEW YORK, August 12, 2023 — Plant-based skincare brand TruSkin has announced its first brand ambassador, actress and singer Kylie Cantrall. She will collaborate with the brand on new product launches, social media initiatives, and the overall brand vision. The partnership will culminate in a unique, limited-time holiday gift set curated by Kylie herself.
TruSkin’s formulas are cruelty-free, dermatologist-tested, clinically tested, manufactured in the USA, and clean, with no parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or PEGs. Kylie’s use of TruSkin products models the importance of caring for your skin from a young age, using clean ingredients, and perfectly encapsulates the brand’s “skin-friendly, skin nutrition” motto.
Source: TruSkin
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August 11, 2023
US Postal Service releases Thinking of You Stamps
CLEVELAND, Aug. 11, 2023 — The United States Postal Service has collaborated with the American Philatelic Society to launch a sheet of twenty uniquely designed Thinking of You stamps. Each stamp features whimsical artwork and stickers adorned with heartfelt messages of encouragement, which you can use to embellish envelopes. These stamps enable individuals to convey celebration, gratitude, and well-wishes to their loved ones. Additionally, they serve as a simple yet meaningful way to reach out to friends and family members, regardless of distance.
Source: U.S. Postal Service
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August 6, 2023
Viacom18 secures exclusive MotoGP rights for India.
Photo: Pecco Bagnaia. Bagnaia and Martin go head-to-head in the MotoGP World Championship at the Sachsenring circuit in Germany, with the Spaniard taking the win by a fraction at the flag. Image provided by & copyright © DUCATI.
New Delhi, August 2, 2023 — JioCinema and Sports18 will exclusively live-stream MotoGP in India, thanks to a partnership with Viacom18. Fans can enjoy an exhaustive live presentation of the world’s biggest motorcycle racing championship, which features the most skilled riders on the fastest prototype bikes made by leading manufacturers.
The coverage will include practice sessions, qualifying, and the Grand Prix race across the weekend. The 2023 season is the biggest yet, offering 21 races across 18 countries, including the milestone 14th round in India, where MotoGP will debut.
Viacom18 Sports Head of Strategy and Partnerships, Hursh Shrivastava, expressed excitement at bringing the world’s best motorcycle racing show to Indian sports fans and widening its fan base through their diversified offerings. This new partnership will allow Indian MotoGP fans to catch all the action from the pinnacle of two-wheeled racing, including the Moto2 and Moto3 classes.
Dorna Sports CEO, Carmelo Ezpeleta, is also thrilled to bring the sport to Indian fans. India is a crucial market for the motorcycle industry and for MotoGP as the pinnacle of the two-wheeled world.
Viacom’s extensive reach across India will bring MotoGP to all corners of the country and allow more fans to watch this incredible sport. COO of FairStreet Sports, the promoters of the Indian GP and the Broadcasting Rights licensee, Pushkar Nath Srivastava, is confident that Viacom18 is the ideal partner to showcase the exhilarating sport of MotoGP in India. Their extensive reach on both television and OTT platforms and commitment to launching and promoting premier sports perfectly align with their vision for the historic debut of MotoGP in the country.
MotoGP adds to Viacom18 Sports’ diversified portfolio of world-class sporting events, strengthening its position as a critical player in the industry.
Source: MotoGP™
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That was some race! 🥵ðŸ¤#KTM #ReadyToRace #BritishGP 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/X16GrrSeY3
— Red Bull KTM Factory Racing (@KTM_Racing) August 6, 2023
🥇 HISTORY MAKER! 🥇
— MotoGP™ðŸ (@MotoGP) August 6, 2023
David Alonso becomes the FIRST-EVER Colombian Grand Prix winner! 🇨🇴#BritishGP 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/66o88ENFRZ
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August 3, 2023
Academy Announces 2023 Student Awards Semifinalists.
Photo: Kelly Ripa 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 © Michael Baker / A.M.P.A.S. (File Photo)
• 2023 Student Academy Awards Semifinalists
• Alternative/Experimental
- Jung Jae Yeon, “Angel Shining,” Korean Academy of Film Arts (Republic of Korea)
- Alice Brygo, “Ardent Other,” Le Fresnoy (France)
- Anhkim Dang, “Confessions of a Cool Girl,” Massachusetts College of Art and Design (United States)
- Milena Mooradian, “Cycles,” Loyola Marymount University (United States)
- Jingru Xia & Yuqian Zhang, “Difference,” China Academy of Art (China)
- Mao Yo-Wen, “The Exception of History,” National Taiwan University of Arts (Taiwan)
- Felix Klee, “Homesick Lungs,” Hochschule für Fernsehen und Film München (Germany)
- Andrew Opitz, “Jazz,” George Mason University (United States)
- Mona Keil, “Juice,” Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg (Germany)
- Daphné Desjardins Charlebois, “Plume,” Collège André-Grasset (Canada)
- Junha Kim, “The Posthuman Hospital,” California Institute of the Arts (United States)
- Leo Behrens, “Skin,” American Film Institute (United States)
- Cristian Vega, “What Is a Boy?,” California State University, Monterey Bay (United States)
- Agrippina Meshcheryakova, “Worry-Fear-Unease. The Triptych,” The Northern Film School (United Kingdom)
• Animation
- Niloo Abdolahzadeh, “Biked,” Tehran University of Art (Iran)
- Gabriel Augerai, Romain Augier & Yannick Jacquin, “Boom,” École des Nouvelles Images (France)
- Helena Pillost, Jean Mathieu Walker & Lea Bridiers, “Celestial,” École Supérieure de Métiers Artistiques (France)
- Alfathiyya Nayla Adisha, “Chasing Nutcracker,” The One Academy (Malaysia)
- Cesar Luton, Achille Pasquier & Clémence Bailly, “Diplomatie de L’Éclipse,” MoPA 3D Animation School (France)
- Dani Sadun, “Frida in the Sky,” Toronto Metropolitan University (Canada)
- Tom Koryto Blumen, “Friendly Fire,” Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design Jerusalem (Israel)
- Justine King, “The Little Poet,” California Institute of the Arts (United States)
- Lisa Kenney, “Mum’s Spaghetti,” National Film and Television School (United Kingdom)
- Maxime Wattrelos, Jérémy Trochet & Marie Heribel, “Samara Op.4,” Pôle 3D Digital & Creative School (France)
- Meibol Alejandra Moran & Irmak Karasinir, “Shh,” Ringling College of Art & Design (United States)
- Rachel Mow, “The Sun Is Bad,” Savannah College of Art & Design (United States)
- Clément Del Negro, Camille Souchard & Matthias Bourgeuil, “Tear Off,” Rubika (France)
- Jimin Kim & Wendy Ye, “Tittie Tussle,” Ringling College of Art & Design (United States)
- Ollie Yao & Heather Yun, “Twin Sparks,” School of Visual Arts (United States)
• Documentary
- Sara Sims & Samuel Barnett, “#2276,” California State University, Northridge (United States)
- Jacob Burley, “Bear Hunt,” University of the West of England Bristol (United Kingdom)
- Nathanael Vankan, “The Buyback,” Queensland University of Technology (Australia)
- Lyuwei Chen, “Duet,” New York University (United States)
- MJ Johnson, “God Bless the Family,” University of California, Berkeley (United States)
- Mayar Alanis & Alfonso Sjogreen, “I Feel Perfect,” American University of Paris (France)
- Aidan Merck, “Justice for Batman: The Mark Racop Case,” Taylor University (United States)
- Michael Thomas Sandknop, “Momma Bear Down: An Exposé about Women Veteran Suicides,” Webster University (United States)
- Victoria Martynova, “On the Other Side,” University of the Arts London (United Kingdom)
- Pieter Genee, “Our New Home,” National Film and Television School (United Kingdom)
- Natálie Durchánková, “Rising Above,” Filmová a Televiznà Fakulta Akademie Múzických UmÄ›nà v Praze (Czech Republic)
- Bazla Samin, “A Song of Resistance,” University College London (United Kingdom)
- Raval Alviarez, “Le Sélect,” Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning (Canada)
- Meruyert Shalbayeva, “Surfactant,” University of California, Berkeley (United States)
- Jean Chapiro, “Till We Find Them,” Columbia University (United States)
- Brianna Schatt, “When Beverly Met Reita,” Chapman University (United States)
- Giorgio Ghiotto, “Wings of Dust,” New York University (United States)
• Narrative
- Andy Yi Li, “After Sunset, Dawn Arrives,” University of Southern California (United States)
- Dusan Brown, “All In,” Chapman University (United States)
- Riley Thomas Stewart, “Binary,” Chapman University (United States)
- Ranjan Kumar, “Champaran Mutton,” Film and Television Institute of India (India)
- Minkyu Kang, “Children of Light,” Columbia University (United States)
- Rodrigo Rebello de Andrade, “Covered One,” Escola Superior de Teatro e Cinema (Portugal)
- Jennifer Greco, “Esmeralda,” New York University (United States)
- Mark Gerstorfer, “Invisible Border,” Filmakademie Wien (Austria)
- Amir Zaza, “It Will Rain,” Nederlandse Filmacademie (Netherlands)
- Efrat Lipshitz, “It’s a Matter of Hours or Days,” Minshar School of Art (Israel)
- MarÃa Claudia Blanco, “On the Edge,” La Fémis (France)
- Matteo Sanders, “On the Edge,” Filmakademie Wien (Austria)
- Iain Aigin Stronach Forbes, “Revisited,” Den Norske Filmskolen (Norway)
- Tawfik Sabouni, “Stateless,” Institut National Supérieur des Arts du Spectacle et Techniques de Diffusion (Belgium)
- Frederic Kau, “Those Who Follow,” Hamburg Media School (Germany)
- Tamara Denić, “Truth,” Hamburg Media School (Germany)
- Micaela Geslin, “Under the Stitches,” Universidad de Buenos Aires (Argentina)
Source: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
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July 30, 2023
Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) partners with Reliance brands for Hyundai India Couture Week
New Delhi, July 30, 2023 — The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) has partnered with Reliance Brands for the Hyundai India Couture Week.
The event, scheduled at the Taj Palace Hotel in Delhi from July 25 to August 2, 2023, serves as a top platform for showcasing India’s most talented bridal and couture designers.
The partnership between FDCI and Reliance Brands aims to enhance the event’s significance, which has been a crucial player in highlighting the influence of designer-led businesses in India and placing Indian craftsmanship at the forefront of the domestic luxury scene.
Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating that he looks forward to the value it will bring in future years.
Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice President of Reliance Brands, added that the partnership reaffirms their commitment to the growth of the designer fashion industry in India and the creation of global benchmarks in showcase, appeal, and visibility.
Source: FDCI
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July 26, 2023
Wall Street Journal, ABC News, and PBS NewsHour win National Press Club Awards
WASHINGTON, DC, July 25, 2023 — The National Press Club President Eileen O’Reilly announced the National Press Club Journalism Awards winners.
The Wall Street Journal took home four awards in various categories, including its coverage of investor-backed telehealth services, photography of Ukrainian soldiers affected by a land mine, an investigation into Southwest Airlines’ role in last year’s holiday travel debacle, and its humorous take on ‘quiet quitting.’
Eileen O’Reilly stated that these awards celebrate exceptional journalism and acknowledge the journalists’ efforts to serve the public. The Nell Minnow Award for Cultural Criticism got awarded for an Insider story that sparked a national conversation on ‘quiet quitting.’ Nick Grube, who covers Washington for Honolulu Civil Beat, won the Washington Regional Reporting category for the second year. His reporting derailed a gubernatorial bid, sparked a congressional ethics organization, and pulled a federal nomination.
ABC News won an award for its breaking news coverage following the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, and PBS NewsHour won for its on-the-ground reporting in Ukraine. The New York Times was awarded the Joan M. Friedenberg Online Journalism Award for its coverage of Ukraine.
The awards dinner will occur at the National Press Club on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. The event will start at 6 p.m. with a reception in the Holeman Lounge, followed by dinner and a program in the ballroom.
• WINNERS:
• Consumer Journalism-Newspapers
- Rolfe Winkler, Khadeeja Safdar, and Andrea Fuller from the Wall Street Journal for “Uncontrolled Substances”
• Consumer Journalism-Periodicals
- A team of reporters from The Markup for “Pixel Hunt.”
• Consumer Journalism-Broadcast
- Susan Hogan, Rick Yarborough, Steve Jones, Lance Ing, and Carlos Olazagasti of WRC-TV NBC Washington for “Driveway Danger”
• Breaking News - Print/Online
- Alison Sider, Dawn Gilbertson, and Jacob Passy of the Wall Street Journal for “Southwest’s Holiday Meltdown”
• Breaking News - Broadcast
- Devin Dwyer, Sarah Herndon, and Paul Strzegowski of ABC News for “Dobbs decision impact.”
• Edwin M. Hood Award for Diplomatic Correspondence-Print
- Joel Schectman and Bozorgmehr Sharafedin from Reuters News for “America’s Throwaway Spies: How the CIA failed Iranian informants in its secret war with Tehran.”
• Edwin M. Hood Award for Diplomatic Correspondence-Broadcast
- Nick Schifrin, Jack Hewson and Simon Ostrovsky, Eric O’Connor, Ed Ram, and Volodymyr Solohub of PBS NewsHour for “War in Ukraine”
• Washington Regional Reporting
- Nick Grube of Honolulu Civil Beat
• Arthur E. Rowse Award for Excellence in Examining the News Media-Print
- Wesley Lowery from The Philadelphia Inquirer for “Black City, White Paper”
• Newsletter Journalism
- Somini Sengupta and Manuela Andreoni, The New York Times
• Ann Cottrell Free Animal Reporting - Print
- Maria Bolotnikova of The Intercept and The Guardian for coverage of poultry industry practices
• Ann Cottrell Free Animal Reporting - Broadcast
- A team of journalists from NBC News/The Pulitzer Center for reporting on the race for a covid vaccine enriching monkey poachers.
• Joan M. Friedenberg Online Journalism Award
- Yousuf Al-Hlou and Masha Froliak of The New York Times for their coverage of the war in Ukraine
• Angele Gingras Humor Award
- Callum Borchers of The Wall Street Journal for “On the Clock”
• Sandy Hume Memorial Award for Excellence in Political Journalism
- Jacob Gardenswartz of The Wyoming Truth
• Joseph D. Ryle Award for Excellence in Writing on the Problems of Geriatrics
- Ava Kofman of ProPublica and The New Yorker for “The Hospice Hustle: Endgame”
• Michael A. Dornheim Award
- Craig Whitlock and Nate Jones of the Washington Post for “Foreign Servants: Retired U.S. Generals, Admirals Take Top Jobs With Saudi Crown Prince”
• Lee Walczak Award for Political Analysis
- Domenico Montanaro of National Public Radio for “Explaining the right and its impact on politics.”
• Nell Minow Award for Cultural Criticism
- Aki Ito of Insider for “The Rise of ‘Quiet Quitting’”
• News Photo Award
- Emanuele Satolli of The Wall Street Journal for “Death and Devastation: A Visual Chronicle of Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine”
• HONORABLE MENTIONS:
• Consumer Journalism-Newspapers
- Michael Hawthorne of The Chicago Tribune for “Forever Chemical Threatens Consumers”
• Consumer Journalism-Broadcast
- Vicky Nguyen, Joe Enoch, Adiel Kaplan, Jean Lee, and Jamie Nguyen from NBC News for “Frontover Dangers”
• Edwin Hood Award-Print
- Barak Ravid of Axios for “Biden’s Peace: How the U.S. pushed normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel.”
• Washington Regional Reporting
- Orion Donovan-Smith of the Spokane Spokesman-Review
• Arthur E. Rowse Award for Excellence in Examining the News Media-Print
- Alissa Quart of the Economic Hardship Reporting Project for “Make Journalism Work For Those Not Born Into an Elite Class”
• Newsletter Journalism
- James Lartey and team, The Marshall Project, for their entry “Closing Argument.”
• Ann Cottrell Free Award - Print
- Kenny Torrella of Vox for “The Fight for Animal Welfare through Alternative Meat Sources”
• Ann Cottrell Free Award - Broadcast
- Avery Travis, Chris Nelson, David Barer, and Josh Hinkle of KXAN for “Vetting Your Pet’s Vet”
• Joan M. Friedenberg Award
- Sophia Jones, Nidžara AhmetaÅ¡ević, and Milivoje Pantović of Rolling Stone for “The DJ and the War Crimes”
• Joseph D. Ryle Award for Excellence in Writing on the Problems of Geriatrics
- Kitty Eisele of Texas Public Radio for “Twenty-Four Seven: A Podcast About Caregiving”
• Michael A. Dornheim Award
- A team of journalists from NBC News, The Washington Post, the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, and Arab Reporters for Investigative Journalism for “The Pentagon knows contractors for overseas bases have engaged extensively in trafficking workers despite ‘zero tolerance.”
• Lee Walczak Award for Political Analysis
- Amelia Thomson-DeVeaux and Maggie Koerth of FiveThirtyEight for their abortion coverage
• Nell Minow Award for Cultural Criticism
- Jeremy Eichler of The Boston Globe for coverage of classical music
Source: National Press Club
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July 25, 2023
International Monetary Fund (IMF) updates its World Economic Outlook.
Washington, DC, July 25, 2023 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced in a press briefing on July 25, 2023, that the global economy is gradually recovering from the pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The briefing marked the release of July’s update of the World Economic Outlook report.
According to the IMF’s baseline forecast, global growth will slow from 3.5% in 2022 to 3.0% this year and the next. However, this is an upgrade of 0.2 percentage points for 2023 from the IMF’s April projections.
IMF’s Chief Economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, stated that global economic activity has been resilient in the first quarter of this year, resulting in a modest upward revision for global growth in 2023. Although some positive changes have occurred since April, such as the recovery of supply chains and the decrease in COVID-19 cases, inflation remains high, and monetary policy tightening has raised borrowing costs, constraining economic activity. Gourinchas expressed concern about medium-term growth prospects and declining household purchasing power.
While some adverse risks have moderated, the balance remains tilted to the downside. Gourinchas highlighted that the main policy priority now is to conquer inflation. Central banks in economies with elevated and persistent core inflation should continue to signal their commitment to reducing inflation. Fiscal policy should tighten to rebuild fiscal buffers and reinforce the overall credibility of disinflation strategies, with targeted support for the most vulnerable.
Improvements to the economy’s supply side would facilitate fiscal consolidation and a smoother inflation decline toward target levels. Gourinchas urged urgent action to strengthen global cooperation on climate policies, international trade, or debt restructuring to address common challenges. The outlook has improved since April, but the balance of risks remains tilted downward, IMF concluded.
Source: IMF
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July 24, 2023
India has 40 Sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Photo: The Taj Mahal, Agra, India. The Taj Mahal was granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1983. Image Credit: Otis Yang.
New Delhi, July 24, 2023 — India currently has 40 sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Additionally, there are 52 sites on the UNESCO Tentative List, with six sites added in 2022.
It is a prerequisite for any property to be included in the Tentative List before UNESCO can consider it for World Heritage Site status. The Tentative List is continuously augmented. According to the UNESCO Operational Guidelines in 2021, a country can nominate only one cultural or natural property annually for the inscription process.
Furthermore, the inclusion of any site requires meeting the criteria of authenticity and integrity and providing justification for its Outstanding Universal Value.
Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Development, G Kishan Reddy, provided this information in the Lok Sabha today.
Source: Ministry of Culture, Government of India
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July 21, 2023
QS Reveals the World's Best Cities for Students
Photo: Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo is World’s Second Best Cities for Students. Image Credit: Roman Boldyrev.
LONDON, July 20, 2023 — QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a renowned higher education expert, has released the 11th edition of the QS Best Student Cities, which compares 160 top educational destinations, including 26 new entries.
London has remained the world’s best student city for the fifth consecutive year. Tokyo ranks second, followed by Seoul in third. Melbourne has ascended to fourth place, while Munich has slipped to fifth.
QS ranks cities with a population of at least 250,000 and a minimum of two universities in the QS World University Ranking. The ranking includes student feedback and opinions, with 100,000 survey responses contributing to the Desirability and Student Voice indicators.
London has retained its position as the world’s best student city due to its high concentration of world-class universities, excellent student feedback, diverse student population, and outstanding graduate career opportunities.
• Highlights
- Germany and Australia have two of the world’s top ten student cities.
- Boston breaks back into the world’s top 10. San Francisco climbs into the top 20.
- The US and Canada both have three top-20 student cities.
- Seoul dominates the World University Rankings indicator, with a record 23 ranked universities.
- Coventry and Edinburgh have topped the Student Mix indicator.
- Copenhagen, Zurich, and Sydney lead in the Desirability indicator.
- Tokyo leads globally in Employer Activity, followed by Seoul and Boston.
- Yogyakarta in Indonesia is the most affordable city, with 70% of the 160 ranked cities declining in affordability.
- Madrid, Auckland, and Canberra have broken into the top 30.
- India has four cities in the rankings: Mumbai (118), Delhi (132), Bangalore (147), and Chennai (153).
- Buenos Aires is Latin America’s number one student destination at 34th.
- Cape Town is Africa’s top city for students at 86th.
- Dubai is the top-ranked city in the Middle East at 54th.
• QS Best Student Cities 2024
RANK — CITY — COUNTRY — SCORE
- London United Kingdom 100
- Tokyo Japan 98
- Seoul South Korea 97.6
- Melbourne Australia 97.3
- Munich Germany 97.1
- Paris France 96.3
- Sydney Australia 96.2
- Berlin Germany 95
- Zurich Switzerland 95
- Boston United States 92.3
- Toronto Canada 92.1
- Vienna Austria 91.1
- Montreal Canada 90.9
- Kyoto-Osaka-Kobe Japan 90.8
- Singapore Singapore 90.7
- Edinburgh United Kingdom 90.2
- New York United States 89.6
- Vancouver Canada 88.7
- Lausanne Switzerland 87.5
- San Francisco United States 87.4
- Hong Kong Hong Kong SAR 86.5
- Brisbane Australia 86.2
- Stockholm Sweden 86.2
- Amsterdam Netherlands 86.1
- Kuala Lumpur Malaysia 86.1
- Adelaide Australia 86
- Los Angeles United States 85
- Madrid Spain 85
- Auckland New Zealand 84.8
- Canberra Australia 83.9
- Manchester United Kingdom 83.9
- Dublin Ireland 83.7
- Taipei Taiwan 83.5
- Buenos Aires Argentina 83
- Perth Australia 83
- Glasgow United Kingdom 82.9
- Beijing China (Mainland) 81.8
- Barcelona Spain 81.6
- Chicago United States 81.5
- Leuven Belgium 81.5
- Newcastle Upon Tyne United Kingdom 81.5
- Prague Czech Republic 81.5
- Copenhagen Denmark 79.8
- Bristol United Kingdom 78.4
- Coventry United Kingdom 78.4
- Lyon France 78.4
- Santiago Chile 76.9
- Shanghai China (Mainland) 76.8
- Birmingham United Kingdom 76.5
- Brussels Belgium 76.4
- Gothenburg Sweden 76.3
- Nottingham United Kingdom 76.1
- Milan Italy 75.9
- Dubai United Arab Emirates 75.8
- Leeds United Kingdom 74.7
- Rome Italy 74.5
- Ottawa Canada 74
- Liverpool United Kingdom 73.8
- Atlanta United States 73.4
- Belfast United Kingdom 72.9
- Warsaw Poland 72.9
- Washington DC United States 72.6
- Brno Czech Republic 72.3
- Philadelphia United States 72.3
- Helsinki Finland 71.2
- San Diego United States 70.8
- Turin Italy 70.5
- Sheffield United Kingdom 70.4
- Mexico City Mexico 70.2
- Budapest Hungary 70.1
- Bangkok Thailand 68.9
- Lisbon Portugal 68.7
- Daejeon South Korea 68
- Christchurch New Zealand 67.7
- Istanbul Turkey 67.5
- Aberdeen United Kingdom 67.4
- Pittsburgh United States 66.7
- Brighton United Kingdom 66.2
- Miami United States 66.2
- Hamburg Germanelsink
- Almaty Kazakhstan 65.4
- Oslo Norway 65.3
- Seattle United States 65.1
- Toulouse France 64.7
- Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 64.6
- Cape Town South Africa 62.9
- Gold Coast Australia 62.6
- Durham United States 62.5
- Baltimore United States 62.2
- Bogota Colombia 61.9
- Cairo Egypt 61.9
- Valencia Spain 61.9
- Krakow Poland 61.8
- Stuttgart Germany 61.6
- Graz Austria 61.1
- Monterrey Mexico 60.9
- Sao Paulo Brazil 60.7
- Athens Greece 60.6
- Hsinchu Taiwan 60.5
- Nanjing China (Mainland) 60.5
- Ankara Turkey 60.2
- Leicester United Kingdom 60.1
- Amman Jordan 59.4
- Johannesburg South Africa 59.2
- Pretoria South Africa 58.5
- Doha Qatar 58.4
- Houston United States 58.2
- Tainan Taiwan 58.1
- Wuhan China (Mainland) 58
- Riyadh Saudi Arabia 57.6
- Quebec Canada 57.5
- Lima Peru 57.2
- Nagoya Japan 56.6
- Subang Jaya Malaysia 56.2
- Manila Philippines 55.7
- Shah Alam Malaysia 55.7
- Riga Latvia 55.6
- Mumbai India 54.7
- Vilnius Lithuania 54.1
- Beirut Lebanon 53.4
- Astana Kazakhstan 53.2
- Jakarta Indonesia 52.7
- Dallas United States 52.3
- Hannover Germany 52.2
- Quito Ecuador 52
- Yogyakarta Indonesia 51.4
- Wroclaw Poland 51.2
- Busan South Korea 50.7
- Taichung Taiwan 50.2
- Montpellier France 49.9
- Tallinn Estonia 49.6
- Delhi India 49.4
- Bandung Indonesia 49.3
- Guangzhou China (Mainland) 49.1
- Panama City Panama 48.7
- Valparaiso Chile 48.5
- Cluj-Napoca Romania 48.4
- Rio de Janeiro Brazil 47.9
- Medellin Colombia 47.5
- Bratislava Slovakia 47.4
- Bucharest Romania 46.9
- Poznań Poland 46.8
- Macau Macau SAR 46.4
- Kaunas Lithuania 46.3
- Surabaya Indonesia 45.9
- Tianjin China (Mainland) 45.2
- Bangalore India 45
- Gwangju South Korea 44.4
- Dhaka Bangladesh 44.1
- Xi’an China (Mainland) 44.1
- Albany United States 42.9
- Bilbao Spain 42.3
- Chennai India 43
- Daegu South Korea 42.5
- Gdańsk Poland 42.4
- Harbin China (Mainland) 42.1
- Izmir Turkey 43.4
- San Jose Costa Rica 43.5
- Taoyuan District Taiwan 43.6
- Timisoara Romania 42.7
Source: QS Quacquarelli Symonds
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July 18, 2023
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Urges G20 Leadership to Strengthen the Global Financial Safety Net
Photo: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva addresses the G20 Central Bank Governors Meeting in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, on July 18, 2023. (Image provided by Ministry of Finance, Government of India.)
Photo: IMF G20 Chart on Global Inflation.
Gandhinagar, India. July 18, 2023 — Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, Kristalina Georgieva, thanked the Indian government for their hospitality and praised Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Central Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das for their leadership during the G20 meeting in Gandhinagar, India.
Georgieva discussed the global economy’s resilience despite recent shocks and rising interest rates but noted that medium-term growth prospects remain weak and economic disparities across countries are a concern.
She called for G20 leaders to take domestic and international policy action to move the global economy onto a more vibrant medium-term path, emphasizing the need to durably bring inflation down, rebuild fiscal buffers, and implement growth-enhancing reforms.
She said that our world is wealthier than when the current international financial architecture was established, but it’s also more fragile. The global economy is resilient, but this resilience isn’t distributed evenly.
The IMF Chief concluded that we could achieve a more vibrant and inclusive future by implementing domestic policy actions to improve growth prospects and international action to support vulnerable members of our global community.
Source: IMF
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