Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday disbursed financial assistance of ₹5,000 to over 20 lakh new beneficiaries in the third phase of the first installment of Odisha’s flagship women empowerment scheme, Subhadra Yojana. This initiative, the state’s largest empowerment program for women, has now reached 80 lakh beneficiaries, with a cumulative assistance of…
Fremantle, Australia: The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini departed from Fremantle today at 8:30 AM IST (11:00 AM local time), embarking on the second leg of the Navika Sagar Parikrama-II (NSP-II) expedition to Lyttelton, New Zealand. An enthusiastic crowd gathered to bid farewell to the intrepid crew, cheering for their safe and successful passage…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) celebrated the diversity of global storytelling with two remarkable entries in the Cinema of the World category: the Canadian film Bassima’s Womb and the Polish production Loonies. These films, created by visionary directors and talented actors, explore deep themes such as societal pressures, identity, redemption, hope,…
Goa: The fifth day of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa offered delegates an immersive dive into cutting-edge advancements in cinema technology. Held at the Kala Academy, the day began with a masterclass titled “Laser for Post-Production and Evolution to HDR”, led by Anthon Muller, Global Strategic Director of Barco Cinema. Anthon Muller…
Goa: The Annual Navy Education Society (NES) Conference 2024 was successfully held from November 20 to 22 at the Headquarters Goa Naval Area in Vasco-da-Gama, Goa. The conference focused on shaping the future of Naval Schools through discussions on the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and other key policy frameworks. The event…
Goa: The Maquinez Palace buzzed with energy as the Closing Ceremony of Creative Minds of Tomorrow (CMOT) brought down the curtain on another electrifying edition of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Over 48 unforgettable hours, the young, creative, and relentless energy of India’s emerging filmmakers transformed the venue into a hub of…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Saturday implemented a significant reshuffle in the senior IAS cadre, involving several key positions across departments. The changes, aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency, were detailed in a notification issued by the General Administration and Public Grievances Department. Key Appointments and Changes Chithra Arumugam, currently Special Secretary in the Planning &…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi hailed Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab as the “architect of modern Odisha” during the commemoration of his 125th birth anniversary in Bhubaneswar. Speaking at an event organized by the Odia Language, Literature, and Culture Department, Majhi reflected on Dr. Mahatab’s monumental contributions to the state’s social, political, and economic transformation….
Goa: Day 4 of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) was marked by an inspiring masterclass delivered by veteran actor Anupam Kher at Kala Academy, Goa. Titled The Power of Failure, the session captivated students and delegates with the actor’s remarkable life journey, infused with wit, wisdom, and resilience. Kher opened the session…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) celebrated cinematic excellence by showcasing three remarkable films: the Gujarati satire Karkhanu, Assamese drama Rador Pakhi, and the technology-driven Google Matrimony. These films, directed by visionary storytellers, delve into themes of suspense, humor, horror, the pursuit of genuine human connections, and the strength to face life’s…
