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New Delhi, Feb 23 (PTI) British architect Edwin Lutyens' statue at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here was on Monday replaced with the bust of Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, the first and only Indian Governor General of independent India, as part of a move aimed at shedding the vestiges of colonial mindset. President Droupadi Murmu unveiled Rajagopalachari's bust at the Grand Open Staircase near Ashok Mandap opposite to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, during an event attended by Vice President C P Radhakri ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala descended into crisis this week after the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting denied screening permission for 19 films, triggering protests from delegates, filmmakers, and politicians. Among the initially blocked titles: Sergei Eisenstein's 1925 masterpiece Battleship Potemkin, Fernando Solanas's political documentary The Hour of the Furnaces, four films about Palesti ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 17 (UNI) The Kerala government has decided to take a confrontational stand by proceeding with the screening of international films that were denied censor exemption by the union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B). On December 11, the I&B Ministry initially denied censor exemption to all 187 films selected for the festival, citing failure to submit applications within the stipulated timeline. Subsequently, the Ministry granted exemption to 150 films and later ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has described the controversy surrounding the ongoing 12th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) as an "unfortunate development." This came in the wake of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting refusing screening permission for several films, leading to the cancellation of multiple screenings in Thiruvananthapuram. Addressing mediapersons, Tharoor shared, "This is an unfortunate development. We h ...Read More >
Thiruvanathapuram: After the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting refused screening permission for several films at the International Film Festival of Kerala 2025, the Kerala CM, Pinarayi Vijayan, said that all films that were denied screening permission will be screened at the festival. On his Facebook page, Kerala CM called the Union Government's decision to deny screening of scheduled films "unacceptable". "The Union Government's decision to deny screening permission to films sche ...Read More >
Thiruvanathapuram (Kerala) [India], December 16 (ANI): After the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting refused screening permission for several films at the International Film Festival of Kerala 2025, the Kerala CM, Pinarayi Vijayan, said that all films that were denied screening permission will be screened at the festival. On his Facebook page, Kerala CM called the Union Government's decision to deny screening of scheduled films "unacceptable". "The Union Government's decision to den ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram Dec 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Kerala government has taken a firm stand amid the controversy triggered by the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's denial of "censor exemption" to 19 films selected for screening at the 30th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK). Cultural Affairs Minister Saji Cherian has directed the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy to ensure that all the selected films are screened without interruption, as originally scheduled. ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 16 (PTI) The International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) has decided to screen all films as scheduled despite the denial of the central government clearance for screening over a dozen films at the festival, which is being held here from December 12 to 19, Kerala Chalachitra Academy Chairman Resul Pookutty said here on Tuesday. "I am happy to let you know, dousing all the fire on the controversies regarding film screening in the IFFK, we are going ahead with all the scre ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: For the first time ever, the Central government has insisted on the Ministry of External Affairs' (MEA) sanction to screen select bunch of films at the ongoing International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) in Thiruvananthapuram. The pending censorship exemption for 19 films has led to cancellations and schedule revisions, leading to protests. On Tuesday, four films were given exemption, but clearance for 15 films was put on hold. Kerala State Chalachitra Academy chairman Resu ...Read More >
Thiruvanathapuram (Kerala) [India], December 15 (ANI): The 12th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) has run into a crisis following the failure to obtain censor exemption certificates, leading to the cancellation of multiple film screenings in Thiruvananthapuram. According to organisers, screenings of seven films scheduled over the last two days were stalled due to the absence of the mandatory exemption certificate. At present, 19 films have not received permission for ...Read More >
Here are three things to know about Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II and why a stamp to commemorate him has been released now. A commemorative postage stamp in honour of the king Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II (Suvaran Maran) was released by Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Sunday. Commenting on this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on X that Suvaran Maran "was a formidable administrator blessed with remarkable vision, foresight and strategic brilliance... I call upon more youngsters to read abou ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Delhi High Court on Monday disposed of the petition filed by late Major Mohit Sharma's parents, seeking a stay on Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar', and instructed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to consult the Indian Army if needed. Late Major Sharma's parents, 77-year-old Sushila Sharma and 75-year-old Rajendra Prasad Sharma, represented by advocates Roopenshu Pratap Singh and Manish Sharmaa of Samaanta Law Firm, alleged that a film has been made based on their son's sto ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 1 (PTI) The Delhi High Court on Monday asked the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to consider the objections of parents of Major Mohit Sharma, who was killed during a counter-terrorism operation in Jammu and Kashmir, while granting certification to the film 'Dhurandhar'. The Ranveer Singh-starrer is scheduled to be released on December 5. Justice Sachin Datta directed the CBFC to consider and examine the grievances raised by the parents before deciding on the film cert ...Read More >
New Delhi, Nov 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Centre on Monday announced a 26 per cent increase in the rates of advertisements in the print media and introduced a premium for colour ads to strengthen the print media ecosystem. The black and white advertisement rates for print media per sq. cm. for one lakh copies of dailies have been enhanced from Rs. 47.40 to Rs. 59.68. The Government has also agreed to the recommendations of the Committee relating to premium rates to be offered for colour advertisem ...Read More >
New Delhi, Nov 17 (PTI) The government on Monday said it has decided to increase print media advertisement rates by 26 per cent. This will yield several significant benefits, both for the government and the media landscape, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said in a statement. "The media rates for print media per sq cm for 1 lakh copies of dailies in the black and white advertisement have been enhanced from Rs 47.40 to Rs 59.68, an increase of 26 per cent," it said. The government ...Read More >
Rajinikanth will be honoured at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 in Goa, celebrating his 50-year film career. The festival, running from November 20-28, will showcase over 240 films from 81 countries, feature masterclasses by top filmmakers, and pay tribute to legendary cinema icons. The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is all set to return with a star-studded event in Goa. The event will kick off on November 20 and will continue till November 28, 2025. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 3: LTIMindtree [NSE: LTIM, BSE: 540005], a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has partnered with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, to launch India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. The initiative will be held from November 20 to 28, 2025, during the 56th edition of IFFI in Goa. Also ...Read More >
BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 3: LTIMindtree [NSE: LTIM, BSE: 540005], a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has partnered with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, to launch India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. The initiative will be held from November 20 to 28, 2025, during the 56th edition o ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Oct 28 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara said on Tuesday that there is nothing wrong with the demand for a Dalit Chief Minister. "What's wrong with holding a Dalit convention? Earlier, the high command had asked us to postpone it for certain reasons, and we had agreed. In the interest of the party, the Dalit community has always stood with the Congress," he said. The state Home Minister pointed out that to maintain this unity, the party needs to hold such conventions fr ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 28 (ANI): A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) has been filed in the Delhi High Court seeking judicial intervention to restrain or regulate the release and exhibition of the upcoming film 'The Taj Story', alleging that the movie distorts historical facts and poses a threat to communal harmony and the dignity of national heritage. The petition, filed by Shakeel Abbas through advocate Shakil Sheikh, seeks an "order or direction seeking safeguards against the release and e ...Read More >
Mumbai October 27 (IANS) Ending months of speculation, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's "Maa Inti Bangaram" finally went on the floor with a mahurat ceremony on Monday. The 'Kushi' actress took to her official Instagram handle and posted a couple of glimpses from the Mahurat, where she was seen attending the ceremony in an orange salwar kameez. Her fur friend Hash was also present at the venue. The photo of Samantha's pet in the post had the text, "What you looking at? They are busy shooting." "Started ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 20 (ANI): On the occasion of Diwali, Chennai's iconic Marina Beach turned into a festive hub as thousands of families gathered to celebrate the festival of lights in a joyful and relaxed atmosphere on Monday. From evening, the beach witnessed a steady influx of people dressed in colorful traditional attire. Many families came to enjoy the sea breeze, turning the scenic coastline into a lively celebration ground. Children were seen playing with crackers and ...Read More >
Jammu/New Delhi: Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Command, has warned that Operation Sindoor 2.0 could be more destructive if Pakistan persists in its terror activities against India. Addressing journalists in Jammu, Lt Gen Katiyar emphasized that India's future response would surpass the devastation of the first Operation Sindoor, which targeted multiple Pakistani airbases and military installations. "Unless Pakistan changes its mindset, it wil ...Read More >
Mumbai: With the government enforcing a nationwide ban on real-money gaming (RMG) and unveiling draft rules for the broader online gaming sector, industry players are urging policymakers to redirect attention toward nurturing legitimate video gaming and esports in India. Executives say that with RMG-based platforms now outlawed, the next phase of policy action should prioritise building sustainable, non-monetary gaming ecosystems through fiscal incentives, infrastructure investment, and clearer ...Read More >
TRAI released recommendations for a digital radio broadcast policy, allowing analogue FM channels to add a digital layer. It proposes a single technology standard and auctioning new frequencies in 13 major cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, as the first step towards India's digital radio shift. Existing broadcasters can migrate voluntarily to simulcast mode, enabling multiple channels. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Friday released the recommendations on the digital broadc ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a significant effort to regulate India's rapidly growing online gaming sector, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has notified the Draft Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2025 (PROG Rules) under the recently passed Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. The draft rules clearly delineate a legal framework for e-sports, social games, and for-profit gaming sites utilising stakes, wagers, and prizes in cash and kind. E-sports an ...Read More >
Chennai, September 30: Members of the All Kerala Mohanlal Fans and Cultural Welfare Association (AKMFCWA) on Tuesday called on Malayalam superstar Mohanlal on the sets of 'Drishyam 3' and celebrated the actor being honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Mohanlal, who took to his X timeline to share pictures of the celebrations on the sets, wrote in Malayalam that he had celebrated the joy of receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Award along with the members of the All Kerala Mohanlal Fan ...Read More >
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], September 29: The ESG Research Foundation (ESGRF), a leading Section 8 not-for-profit organization, successfully concluded its prestigious 3rd Prithvi Award ceremony at the Hotel Shangri-La, New Delhi, September 27, 2025. The event recognized and honoured more than 25 organizations for their outstanding contributions to environmental protection and sustainability. The ceremony was graced by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Hon'ble Union Minister of Law and Justice and Minist ...Read More >
IMAGE: Vikrant Massey and wife Sheetal Thakur. Photograph: Kind courtesy Sheetal Thakur/Instagram Moments before he received his maiden National Film Award for Best Actor, Vikrant Massey said his focus was on following the protocol and get a good picture with President Droupadi Murmu, one that he could hang in his home. At the 71st National Film Awards ceremony, Massey was recognised for his performance in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's 12th Fail, which won the Best Film Award at the ceremony. For Mass ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Ba**ds of Bollywood, directed by Aryan Khan, son of Shah Rukh Khan, recently premiered on Netflix with a grand launch. The satirical action-comedy has been praised by critics and audiences alike for its fresh storytelling and bold humor. The seven-episode series features several Bollywood stars in cameo appearances, including Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor, and many others. Despite the positive response, one particular scene has now stirred controversy. In ...Read More >
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