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New Delhi: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan emphasized the importance of self-reliance and indigenous defence capabilities as the cornerstone of India’s security and long-term peace, in his address at the inaugural session of the Defence Partnership Days in New Delhi today. The event, which brought together key government and industry stakeholders, was…

New Delhi: General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), today launched an innovative online learning platform named Eklavya, marking a significant step in the Indian Army’s transformation journey. The initiative aligns with the Indian Army’s vision for the “Decade of Transformation” and coincides with the theme for 2024, the “Year of Technology Absorption.”…

Goa: Lithuanian film Toxic, directed by Saulė Bliuvaitė, has won the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Best Feature Film at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). This highly anticipated announcement underscores Toxic‘s profound impact, with its exploration of adolescence against a backdrop of stark physical and social realities. The Golden Peacock comes with…

Moscow: The fourth meeting of the Working Group on Military Cooperation under the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military-Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC) concluded successfully in Moscow, marking a significant advancement in the enduring strategic partnership between the two nations. Co-chaired by Lieutenant General JP Mathew, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (India), and Lieutenant General Dylevsky…

Goa: The Marathi web series Lampan has won the prestigious Best Web Series (OTT) Award at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), celebrated for its compelling storytelling, exceptional performances, and top-notch production values. Directed by Nipun Avinash Dharmadhikari and based on the works of writer Prakash Narayan Sant, Lampan narrates the story of…

Goa: Marathi filmmaker Navjyot Bandiwadekar has won the Best Debut Director of an Indian Feature Film Award for his directorial debut, Gharat Ganpati, at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The newly instituted award, introduced by the National Film Development Corporation under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, recognizes emerging talent in Indian…

Goa: Swedish filmmaker Levan Akin’s Crossing has been awarded the prestigious ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Recognizing films that embody the values of peace, non-violence, and human rights, the award celebrates Crossing for its evocative portrayal of love, understanding, and social equality. Instituted by IFFI in collaboration with…

Goa: The final press conference of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) provided a glimpse into the deliberations behind the Best Web Series (OTT) Award 2024. Members of the jury, led by Chairperson Madhur Bhandarkar, shared their experiences and reflections at the Press Conference Hall, PIB Media Centre. In his opening remarks, Bhandarkar…

Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa became a platform for powerful storytelling as two Malayalam films, Aadujeevitham and Thanupp, mesmerized audiences with their poignant narratives. Both films delve into deeply human experiences—one chronicling resilience and hope, and the other confronting the stigma surrounding infertility in modern society. Directed by the…