Mumbai: In a groundbreaking initiative at the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), seven documentaries focusing on socially significant subjects were presented to corporate leaders at the festival venue, NFDC – FD premises, Pedder Road, Mumbai. This unique session aimed to bridge the gap between documentary filmmakers and the corporate world, promoting collaborations through Corporate…
Mumbai: The 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) witnessed a captivating In-Conversation session titled ‘Beyond Boundaries,’ featuring celebrated filmmakers and cinematographers R.V. Ramani and Sunny Joseph. This insightful dialogue immersed the audience in the artistry and philosophy of cinematography, offering profound insights and thought-provoking discussions. Opening the session, Sunny Joseph underscored the essence of originality in…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today approved the proposal of the Ministry of Home Affairs for the Central Sector Scheme “National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme (NFIES)” with a total financial outlay of Rs. 2254.43 crore for the period from 2024-25 to 2028-29. The financial provisions for this…
Rayagada: A targeted diphtheria vaccination drive is set to commence in Odisha’s Rayagada district today, following a deadly outbreak in the Kashipur area that has claimed the lives of five children. Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, Director of Public Health, confirmed that there have been no new reported cases of diphtheria. “All patients in Rayagada hospital have been…
Mumbai: In a heartwarming event at the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), Divyang students from Sanskar Dham Vidyalaya and Victoria Memorial School for the Blind enjoyed a special screening of films interpreted in Indian Sign Language. This initiative aimed at fostering inclusivity featured episodes of “Little Krishna,” “The Crossover,” and “Jai Jagannath,” with special audio…
Rajgir, Bihar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar, in a ceremony attended by eminent figures, including the Head of Missions of 17 countries. The Prime Minister also planted a sapling to commemorate the event. Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister Modi expressed his delight and gratitude, noting the…
New Delhi: India’s seafood exports reached an unprecedented volume during the financial year 2023-24, despite facing significant challenges in key export markets. The country exported 17,81,602 metric tons (MT) of seafood, valued at ₹60,523.89 crore (US$7.38 billion), marking a notable achievement for the industry. Frozen shrimp remained the top export item, both in terms of quantity…
Bhubaneswar: The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) and the Government of Odisha have jointly launched a landmark report titled ‘Disaster Resilient Power Systems for Odisha’. The report provides critical recommendations aimed at improving investments, risk-informed governance, and capacity building to enhance disaster resilience in Odisha’s power sector. The coastal regions of Odisha are frequently…
Bhubaneswar: Suryabanshi Suraj, the newly appointed Minister of Higher Education for the Government of Odisha, conducted a review meeting with the department after assuming his new role. The meeting took place at the Higher Education Department, where the Minister was briefed on various departmental activities, programs, and the performance of educational institutions across the state….
Bhubaneswar: Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, the newly appointed Minister for Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) & Public Enterprise, made a significant visit to the H&UD department at Kharabela Bhawan today. The visit marks his proactive approach towards addressing urban development issues and enhancing the operational efficiency of the department. Upon his arrival, Dr. Mahapatra was…
