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India to Host Inaugural WAVES Summit in Mumbai from May 1-4, 2025

India will host the first-ever World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai from May 1 to 4, 2025. This event is a significant step towards positioning India as a global media and entertainment center, uniting top industry leaders, including media CEOs, entertainment experts, and creative talents. The WAVES […]

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Varsha Bharath’s Bad Girl Wins NETPAC Award at IFFR

Varsha Bharath’s directorial debut, Bad Girl, has been awarded the prestigious NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) Award at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) 2025. The film, backed by renowned filmmakers Anurag Kashyap and Vetrimaaran, initially sparked mixed reactions due to its daring themes but has now gained critical acclaim. This recognition

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IPS Officer DK Kedia Honored with ‘CA in Public Service’ Award

Deepak Kumar Kedia, Inspector General (IG) Headquarters of the National Security Guard (NSG), has received the prestigious ‘CA in Public Service’ Award from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The award, presented at the World Forum of Accountants Meet in New Delhi on February 1, 2025, recognizes his outstanding contributions to public service,

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India Ranks 3rd in Global LEED Green Buildings 2024

India has once again claimed the third spot worldwide in the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) annual ranking of countries and regions with the highest number of LEED-certified green buildings. With 370 projects encompassing 8.50 million gross square meters (GSM) of certified space, India showcases its dedication to sustainable construction and environmentally friendly development. This

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RBI Introduces Additional Factor Authentication (AFA) for International Transactions

In a major step towards improving digital payment security, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revealed plans to introduce Additional Factor Authentication (AFA) for cross-border “Card Not Present” (CNP) transactions. This initiative is designed to safeguard international transactions made with Indian-issued cards, making them as secure and resistant to fraud as domestic transactions. As

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PM Modi and Macron to Inaugurate Indian Consulate in Marseille

India is set to strengthen its diplomatic and economic footprint in France as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly inaugurate the Indian Consulate in Marseille on February 12, 2025. This will be India’s second diplomatic mission in France, following its embassy in Paris. This initiative represents a significant advancement in Indo-French

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India and Nicaragua Forge Partnership for Quick Impact Projects

In a major step toward strengthening bilateral relations, India and Nicaragua have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement Quick Impact Projects (QIPs). This agreement, formalized in Managua, Nicaragua, was signed by Indian Ambassador Sumit Seth and Nicaraguan Foreign Minister Valdrack Jaentschke. The partnership seeks to improve both physical and social infrastructure in Nicaragua,

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Late Chaman Arora Honored with Sahitya Akademi Award 2024 for Dogri Literature

The government has announced that the Sahitya Akademi Award 2024 in Dogri will be awarded posthumously to the late Chaman Arora for his book Ik Hor Ashwthama. This collection of short stories was chosen unanimously by a three-member jury as part of the official selection process. The award will be given to a family member

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Paris AI Summit Kicks Off with PM Modi as Co-Chair

The “Summit for Action on Artificial Intelligence” has officially begun in Paris, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron co-chairing the high-profile event. This important global AI summit is uniting world leaders, industry experts, and researchers to discuss the future of artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing ethics, regulation, and responsible development. The

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Manipur CM Biren Singh Resigns Amid Ethnic Violence

Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh resigned on February 9, 2025, in the face of escalating ethnic violence and mounting political pressure. His resignation follows nearly two years of conflict between the Meitei and Kuki communities, resulting in considerable loss of life and widespread displacement. This decision also comes in response to opposition calls for

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