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UNESCO chooses Beijing as World Capital of Architecture in 2029

Aug 06, 2026

Paris [France], August 6: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced on Wednesday that Beijing has been selected as the World Capital of Architecture 2029 under the joint UNESCO-International Union of Architects (UIA) programme.
In a statement, UNESCO said Beijing was chosen for its exceptional ability to combine one of the world's richest architectural heritages with a forward-looking vision for sustainable urban development. It added that the city's historic urban fabric, successful urban renewal projects, and vibrant architectural culture demonstrate how heritage, innovation, and community life can be integrated to create resilient and livable cities. (QNA)
Source: Qatar Tribune

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DS Group Marks 97th Founders' Day with 'DS-Verse', Telling its Story in the Sky

New Delhi [India], August 25: On the occasion of its 97th Founders' Day, the Dharampal Satyapal Group, (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, brought its remarkable journey to life in an entirely new way with the launch of 'DS-Verse,' an immersive experience that tells the story of the DS Group in the sky. At the heart of DS-Verse is the idea of a unique storytelling of the journey of DS Group since 1929. By scanning a QR code on the smartphones and pointing the device towards the sky, users can explore an augmented reality universe where constellations become gateways to different chapters of DS Group's journey. Each constellation opens up stories around the Founders, the Group's philosophy, key milestones, brands and businesses, as well as its CSR and sustainability initiatives and the impact created in communities.

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