WAVES 2025: Panel Champions Indigenous Sports as India’s Next Global Soft Power

Mumbai: In a vibrant and thought-provoking panel session at the World Audio-Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai, the spotlight turned to India’s indigenous sports—their deep cultural roots and their rising global footprint. Titled “Indigenous Sports: From India to the Global Stage,” the session brought together policymakers, athletes, sports entrepreneurs, and international voices, all united by…

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WAVEX 2025 Emerges as Catalyst for Media & Entertainment Startups at WAVES Summit in Mumbai

Mumbai: At the crossroads of creativity and capital, WAVEX 2025—the flagship startup initiative of the World Audio-Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES)—is fast becoming a beacon for India’s media and entertainment (M&E) innovators. Held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, the platform has ignited new opportunities for startups by connecting them directly with investors, mentors, and…

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WAVES 2025: Experts Emphasize Transparency and Ethics in Influencer Advertising at Social Media Panel

Mumbai: A special breakout session titled “Best Practices for Social Media Advertising for Influencers” took center stage on Day 4 of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, shedding light on the evolving digital advertising landscape and the critical role influencers play in shaping public…

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FC Goa Clinch Kalinga Super Cup 2025 Title with 3-0 Win Over Jamshedpur FC

Bhubaneswar: Under pouring rain and roaring cheers at the Kalinga Stadium, FC Goa lifted the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 in style on Saturday evening, overpowering Jamshedpur FC with a dominant 3-0 victory to secure their place in the AFC Champions League Two Preliminary Round. Riding on a sensational brace by Spanish midfielder Borja Herrera, the…

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MPA Report at WAVES 2025 Highlights $60 Billion Impact of India’s Entertainment Industry

Mumbai: The third day of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 in Mumbai witnessed a landmark moment as the Motion Picture Association (MPA) unveiled a comprehensive report detailing the economic impact of India’s film, television, and streaming sectors, estimating their annual contribution at over $60 billion and support for 2.6 million jobs….

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DRDO Successfully Conducts Maiden Flight-Trial of Indigenous Stratospheric Airship Platform

Sheopur: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of a Stratospheric Airship Platform from its Sheopur trial site in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday. Developed by the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra, the indigenous airship was launched with an instrumental payload and ascended to a stratospheric altitude of approximately…

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Odisha Achieves Major Gains in Irrigation Efficiency and Farm Income, Reveals Water Resource Study

Bhubaneswar: In a major stride toward sustainable water resource management, the Government of Odisha has reported remarkable improvements in irrigation efficiency, farmer income, and agricultural productivity, according to an independent evaluation study shared at a high-level meeting chaired by Anu Garg, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Water Resources Department. The meeting, held on April 25, 2025,…

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President Murmu Launches Mediation Association of India

New Delhi: President of India Droupadi Murmu today inaugurated the Mediation Association of India and addressed the First National Mediation Conference 2025, emphasizing the transformative role of mediation in India’s justice delivery system and social fabric. Describing mediation as a critical step toward achieving the goals of Viksit Bharat by 2047, President Murmu said the…

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CSC CSR Conclave 2025: Empowering Rural India through Technology and Corporate Social Responsibility

Bhubaneswar: The CSC CSR Conclave 2025 marked a significant milestone in India’s journey toward inclusive growth, with a focus on rural empowerment through technology. Inaugurated by Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), the event spotlighted the crucial role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in bridging the urban-rural…

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