New Delhi: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday took oath as a Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha, following her victory in the recent byelection from the Wayanad constituency in Kerala. Dressed in a traditional Kerala Kasavu saree, Gandhi took the oath in Hindi, holding a copy of the Constitution, shortly after the…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) hosted an insightful session titled “Passion for Perfection: Ramesh Sippy’s Philosophy,” where one of Indian cinema’s most iconic directors shared his journey, philosophy, and thoughts on filmmaking. Moderated by Mohit Soni, CEO of the Media and Entertainment Skills Council, the session offered an intimate look into…
Goa: Three remarkable films from South Korea, Hungary, and Panama enthralled audiences at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) as part of the prestigious Cinema of the World section. Featuring compelling narratives and unique cultural perspectives, the films—Lost Horse by Kyuhwan Jeon, They Call Me Panzer by Rodrigo Quintero Arauz, and Lesson Learned…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) culminated in grandeur with the screening of its closing film, Dry Season (Sukho), directed by acclaimed Czech filmmaker Bohdan Sláma. The Press Conference, organized by the Press Information Bureau, shed light on the film’s poignant exploration of environmental challenges, family dynamics, and generational divides. Set against…
Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the 59th DG and IGP Conference-2024, set to take place from November 29 to December 1, the Commissionerate Police in Odisha has designated key areas in Bhubaneswar as no-flying zones to ensure heightened security for high-profile dignitaries, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and National Security Advisor…
New Delhi: The Women’s Selection Committee has picked India Women’s U19 A and B squads that will be part of the triangular series also featuring the South Africa U19 team on Wednesday. The triangular series between India U19-A, B, and South Africa U19 will act as preparation ahead of the upcoming Women’s U19 Asia Cup….
Bhubaneswar: In a progressive move to promote gender equality and empower women, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced plans to recruit women as firefighters in Odisha. This initiative includes renaming the traditional “Fireman” post to “Fire Fighter” or Agni Yodha through the necessary amendments. Speaking at the state-level firefighter recruitment ceremony in Bhubaneswar, Majhi emphasized…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) paid tribute to legendary filmmaker Tapan Sinha with a panel discussion titled “Tapan Sinha-Centenary Session: The Spectrum and the Soul,” held at Kala Academy in Panjim. This event was part of the centenary celebrations honoring the life and contributions of the revered director. The session featured…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) hosted an illuminating panel discussion titled “Blurring the Lines Between Truth and Perception in Cinema,” exploring the changing role of public relations (PR), audience perception, and the authenticity of cinema. Moderated by the acclaimed filmmaker and producer Jayaprad Desai, the session featured prominent industry figures: Ravi…
Bhubaneswar: Climate change, food insecurity, and farmer distress were at the forefront of discussions as the Consortium for Agroecological Transformation (CAT) convened its Eastern India Chapter in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on November 26-27, 2024. This event brought together over 70 stakeholders, including agroecology practitioners, civil society leaders, government officials, NGOs, and think tanks, to strategize on…
