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New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) State-owned NBCC Ltd has signed an initial pact with National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) to renovate and redevelop the iconic 5.5-acre Siri Fort Auditorium complex in the national capital into a world-class cultural destination. Siri Fort Auditorium, located in South Delhi, was constructed in 1982 during the Asian Games. It currently has four auditoriums with a combined seating of over 2,600. In the past four decades, the auditorium complex has hosted global film ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) State-owned NBCC Ltd has signed an initial pact with National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) to renovate and redevelop the iconic 5.5-acre Siri Fort Auditorium complex in the national capital into a world-class cultural destination. Siri Fort Auditorium, located in South Delhi, was constructed in 1982 during the Asian Games. It currently has four auditoriums with a combined seating of over 2,600. In the past four decades, the auditorium complex has hosted global film ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) State-owned NBCC Ltd has signed an initial pact with National Film Development Corporation for redevelopment of iconic Siri Fort Auditorium complex in the national capital. According to a regulatory filing on Thursday, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between NBCC (India) Ltd and National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, on July 2, 2025, for the comprehensive renovation and redevelopment of Siri Fort Au ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 3 (PTI) State-owned NBCC Ltd has signed an initial pact with National Film Development Corporation for redevelopment of iconic Siri Fort Auditorium complex in the national capital. According to a regulatory filing on Thursday, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between NBCC (India) Ltd and National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, on July 2, 2025, for the comprehensive renovation and redevelopment of Siri Fort Au ...Read More >
New Delhi: The sudden reappearance of previously banned Pakistani news channels and celebrity social media accounts has sparked a wave of outrage across the internet, with citizens demanding answers from the offcials over what they call a quiet rollback of a strong post-terror attack stance. The digital restrictions were imposed as part of India's Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack in April that claimed the lives of 22 civilians. In the days that followed, th ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet has given its nod for the construction of a 4-lane Paramakudi-Ramanathapuram section of the national highway 87 in Tamil Nadu, worth Rs 1,853 crore. The project aims to upgrade approximately 46.7 km of NH-87 from Paramakudi to Ramanathapuram to a 4-lane configuration, which will decongest the existing corridor, improve safety, and cater to the mobility needs of rapidly growing towns. "The project will not only enhance connectivity between major religious and economi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: In a bid to boost employment generation, especially in the manufacturing sector, the Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme with an outlay of Rs 99,446 crore. The scheme is expected to create 3.5 crore jobs across the country over a two-year period, Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw said while announcing the scheme. Of these, 1.92 crore beneficiaries are expected to be first-time entrants into the workforce, the minister ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): As the Digital India Mission completed 10 years on Tuesday, BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari drew contrast between the BJP and the opposition bloc and said that while the INDI Alliance is associated with 'corruption and nepotism,' the Modi government is associated with the model of development. The BJP leader praised the central government for the success of Digital India and stated that the country now accounts for 50 per cent of global financial transactions, a tes ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): On the occasion of the approval of the new 'Khelo Bharat Niti 2025', Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the policy marks a 'landmark day for India's efforts to encourage sporting talent and become a hub for sports!'. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025, a landmark initiative aimed at reshaping the country's sporting landscape and empowering citizens through sports. Taking to X ...Read More >
KISHTWAR, June 28: In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure in the region, the first-ever Phacoemulsification (Phaco) Unit in District Hospital Kishtwar was inaugurated today by Member Legislative Assembly Kishtwar Shagun Parihar in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma. The state-of-the-art Phaco Unit, aimed at providing advanced cataract surgeries and enhanced ophthalmic care, marks a historic milestone-not only for the district but for the entire Union ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 27 (ANI): It was a moment straight out of a fan's dream -- and Alia Bhatt was living it. The actress turned heads at the special screening of Umrao Jaan, dressed in a gorgeous saree inspired by one of Rekha's most iconic looks from the 1981 film Silsila. Dressed in a light pink saree, Alia's look was styled by Rhea Kapoor. Also Read | 'Squid Game 3' Full Series Leaked on Tamilrockers, Movierulz & Telegram Channels for Free Download & Watch Online; Is Lee Jung ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet is expected to have cleared a proposal to rescind penalties along with most of the interest sought from central and state government departments, including the police, defence and Prasar Bharti, on delayed payment of spectrum charges, officials said. Such amounts run into a few lakh-crore rupees. The proposal before the Cabinet was to waive roughly 95% of the interest dues plus the penalties, officials said, speaking on the condition of anonymity since the governmen ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Hundreds of junior school teachers from across the state Friday staged a protest here demanding regularisation of their services and withdrawal of contractual appointment system. Holding posters and banners against the contractual appointment of junior teachers in schools, the teachers, including women, demonstrated at Mahatma Gandhi Marg here. The teachers, representing various schools across the state, demanded immediate regularisation of their posts and scrapping of the contract ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: In a significant move to enhance coordination and communication ahead of the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, the Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, conducted a high-level virtual workshop on Thursday. The workshop saw participation from more than 400 officials representing a wide range of central ministries, departments, and institutions. The session focused on responding to the surging public demand for timely, credible ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 6 (PTI) Over 400 participants from various government departments attended a high-level virtual workshop organised by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting as a significant step towards seamless coordination and wider outreach for the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY). The session held on Thursday was aimed at addressing the growing demand for timely, authentic and fresh information regarding grand Yoga Day celebrations as thi ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) OpenAI, in partnership with the government's IndiaAI mission, on Thursday launched the first international expansion of its education platform, that will help expand access to AI skills training across the country. The initiative, called 'OpenAI Academy India', aims to broaden access to AI education and tools, tapping into India's fast-growing developer community, digital infrastructure, and network of startups and innovators. It will support the IndiaAI Miss ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 5: OpenAI, in partnership with the government's IndiaAI mission, on Thursday launched the first international expansion of its education platform, that will help expand access to AI skills training across the country. The initiative, called 'OpenAI Academy India', aims to broaden access to AI education and tools, tapping into India's fast-growing developer community, digital infrastructure, and network of startups and innovators. It will support the IndiaAI Mission's 'FutureSkil ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: In the cool spring breeze of the French Riviera, on the cobbled streets of Cannes, as the spotlight lit up the Bharat Pavilion at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, a quiet, proud moment unfolded for every Odia around the world. The first look of Baghuni (Dance Like a Tiger) -- a pathbreaking Odia film -- was unveiled, etching a historic moment for the language and culture that has so far remained underrepresented in global cinema. But behind this cinematic milestone lies the inspiring ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 4 (VOICE) The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MEITy) on Tuesday launched the TruthTell Hackathon, an initiative to create AI-powered solutions for detecting and verifying misinformation in live broadcasts. "The initiative is designed to tackle the urgent issue of misinformation, which is spreading faster than ever in live broadcasts," MEITy said. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting stated that the challenge for developers, data scientists, and media experts is ...Read More >
New Delhi: In a major reform aimed at simplifying business processes for Local Cable Operators (LCOs), the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has amended the Cable Television Network Rules, 1994. Effective immediately, LCO registration and renewal will now be conducted entirely online via the Broadcast Seva Portal, with the Ministry itself acting as the registering authority. The revamped system eliminates the cumbersome offline process managed by local head post offices and promise ...Read More >
New Delhi: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday countered Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg's claims about the outcome of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, calling them "factually incorrect." During an interview with podcaster Joe Rogan, Zuckerberg had erroneously stated that most incumbent governments, including India's, lost elections in 2024. Minister Vaishnaw Responds Highlighting the error, the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting clarified on X (formerly Twitter): "As the world's la ...Read More >
The government has issued an advisory to OTT platforms, cautioning them against portraying drug use without disclaimers. Concerned about the influence on young viewers, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting cited the Code of Ethics, urging platforms to exercise due diligence. Non-compliance could lead to further regulatory action under the IT Act and NDPS Act.The government has cautioned OTT platforms of further regulatory scrutiny if they are found streaming content that inadvertently pr ...Read More >
The Supreme Court overturned a Madras High Court decision. The high court had refused to dismiss defamation charges against Union minister L Murugan. Murugan faced these charges over statements made in 2020. The Supreme Court accepted Murugan's argument. He said he did not intend to defame the Murasoli Trust. The case is now closed.The Supreme Court on Thursday quashed criminal defamation proceedings against Union minister L Murugan on a complaint filed by the Chennai-based Murasoli Trust for hi ...Read More >
Disclaimer: This content generated by AI & may have errors or hallucinations. Edit before use. Read our Terms of use Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw, while responding to queries in the Lok Sabha on November 27, 2024, noted that the Indian government supports emerging technologies such as Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) in the broadcast sector, adding that public broadcaster Prasar Bharati has conducted "experimental studies on two digital radio broadcasting standards in t ...Read More >
Union Minister of Rural Development and Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the third edition of Nayi Chetna - Pahal Badlaav Ki, a national campaign against gender-based violence, at Rang Bhawan Auditorium, New Delhi yesterday. Delivering his address, Shri Chouhan stated that the Government has taken a slew of initiatives for women's economic and social development. He stressed that gender-based violence is not an issue that persists in rural areas, but in urban ar ...Read More >
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