Odisha to Begin Semiconductor Production in Coming Years, Unveils Big Tech Push at ‘From Temples to Tech’ Summit

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is poised to begin semiconductor production within the next couple of years, marking a major leap toward establishing itself as a global technology and electronics manufacturing hub, State Information Technology Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling announced on Friday. Speaking at the ‘From Temples to Tech’ summit held in Bhubaneswar, he emphasized that Odisha’s investor-friendly…

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Aamir Khan Calls for Global Distribution Networks to Expand Indian Cinema at WAVES 2025

Mumbai: Bollywood icon Aamir Khan on Friday urged Indian filmmakers and producers to build robust international distribution channels to elevate Indian cinema to global prominence. Speaking at a panel discussion titled “Studios of the Future: Putting India on World Studio Map” during Day 2 of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 at…

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India Must Build Global Creative Brands, Not Just Films: Kiran Mazumdar Shaw at WAVES 2025

Mumbai: Renowned business leader and Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar Shaw called on Indian startups in the creative sector to think beyond cinema and focus on building global brands, intellectual property, and immersive ecosystems. Speaking at an In Conversation session on Day 2 of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025) at the Jio…

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Create in India Challenge Season 1 Concludes at WAVES 2025, Celebrating 750 Finalists and a New Era of Creative Excellence

Mumbai: The grand finale of the inaugural Create in India Challenge (CIC) Season 1 lit up the stage at WAVES 2025, marking a transformative moment for India’s burgeoning media and entertainment industry. The vibrant ceremony honoured the winners of 32 groundbreaking challenges, celebrating creativity across animation, gaming, AI, filmmaking, digital art, music, and more. Designed…

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WAVES 2025: Global Storytelling Takes Center Stage in Star-Studded Panel on “Stories That Touch Hearts Around the World”

Mumbai: Day two of the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025) witnessed an extraordinary confluence of storytelling giants from across the globe during the panel discussion titled “Stories That Touch Hearts Around the World.” Held at the Jio World Centre, the session featured some of the most influential names from cinema, streaming, broadcasting,…

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WAVES 2025: “Pan-Indian Cinema is a Movement, Not a Myth,” Say Film Icons at Powerful Panel

Mumbai: A powerful message of unity through storytelling emerged from the panel discussion “Pan-Indian Cinema: Myth or Momentum” at the ongoing World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025), held at the Jio World Centre, Mumbai. The session featured prominent voices from Indian cinema—Nagarjuna, Anupam Kher, Karthi, and Khushboo Sundar—and was moderated by veteran film…

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Odisha Plans Inclusive, Impactful Celebrations to Mark One Year of Present Government

Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha is gearing up to celebrate the completion of one year of its current administration with a series of inclusive, people-centric events across the state. A high-level meeting was held today under the chairpersonship of Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development and Commerce & Transport Departments, to…

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Deputy CM Reviews Major Infrastructure Projects at OUAT, Stresses Timely Completion Ahead of Academic Session

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Friday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the progress of key infrastructure and development projects at the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT). The meeting, held at the conference hall of Krushi Bhavan, was also attended…

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Odisha Govt Signs MoUs with Four Corporations to Boost Agriculture for FY 2025-26

Bhubaneswar: To strengthen the agricultural landscape of Odisha, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment on Thursday signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with four key public sector corporations for the financial year 2025–26. The signing ceremony was held at Lok Seva Bhavan, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’…

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India and Denmark Renew MoU to Strengthen Clean Energy Cooperation

New Delhi: India and Denmark have reaffirmed their shared commitment to accelerating clean energy transitions by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening collaboration in sustainable energy solutions. The MoU was formally signed today by Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India, and H.E. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, Ambassador of Denmark to…

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