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Perth: India crushed Australia by 295 runs on Monday (November 25) to win the first Test of the ongoing five-match series played at Optus Stadium in Perth. In reply to the 534-run target, the Aussies could only manage to score 238 runs in 58.4 overs. Star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who was leading the Indian team in the match in the absence of Rohit Sharma, picked up three wickets in the second innings, and three Aussie batters were sent back to the pavilion by Mohammed Siraj as well. The hosts started the fourth day’s play at the score of 12…

BAKU: India has rejected the new $300 billion climate finance deal for the Global South, which has been agreed upon and adopted at the United Nations COP29 Summit in Azerbaijan’s capital Baku. India raised the objection after the financial package had been adopted, saying that it was too little and too late. Chandni Raina, the representative of the Indian delegation, expressed her disappointment over the outcome and said, “We are disappointed in the outcome which clearly brings out the unwillingness of the developed country parties to fulfil their responsibilities.” Department of Economic Affairs adviser, Raina, while addressing the closing plenary…

PANAJI: The fifth day for the delegates commenced with an evolution to the HDR technology at 55th IFFI in the Kala Academy, Goa. In day’s first masterclass on ‘Laser for Post-Production and Evolution to HDR’, Mr. Anthon Muller, Global Strategic Director, Barco Cinema enlightened the audience about the future of Post-Production and Projection with Barco’s patented HDR technology. At the outset, Anthon captivated the gathering with an audio-visual presentation on the effects of HDR technology in cinema followed by a half-hour immersive session on the rather abstruse subject, decoding it in a real simple way. In the HD era, all…

PANAJI: The vibrant enthusiasm of youth, an electrifying atmosphere and the intensity of 48 tireless yet unforgettable hours – this was the scene at Maquinez Palace today during the Closing Ceremony of Creative Minds of Tomorrow (CMOT), held in the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). CMOT has emerged as a leading platform for discovering and nurturing India’s most promising young filmmakers. This year marked a significant milestone, with the program expanding to include 100 young talents across 13 filmmaking disciplines, a notable increase from the 75 participants and 10 crafts featured in previous editions. The initiative garnered an…

PANAJI: “My father was a freedom fighter and following his request to make the Vande Mataram song more appealing to the 90’s generation, I created the popular album ‘Vande Mataram’ by A.R. Rahman,” said noted film director and screen writer Bharat Bala. He was speaking in a Panel discussion on ‘Culture as Context for Cinematic Storytelling’ at 55th IFFI in Goa. Reputed writers, Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi and Amish Tripathi were the other speakers in the panel. Shri Bala said that advertising is all about generating fervour and excitement for a product. Similarly, he wanted to make ‘Vande Mataram’ sound cool…

“Raj Kapoor’s films weren’t just about entertainment; they were about telling stories that mattered, stories that spoke to the heart of the audience”: Ranbir Kapoor Despite setbacks like ‘Mera Naam Joker’, my grandfather stayed connected with the audience and took bold risks”: Ranbir As artists, we must use our platforms to address global issues like climate change and spread awareness through our work: Ranbir Raj Kapoor was a visionary; his ability to connect with audiences across generations and cultures is unparalleled: Rahul Rawail, Acclaimed Filmmaker PANAJI: As part of the centenary celebrations of the eminent actor and director Raj Kapoor,…

Sambhal: Internet services have been suspended and schools shut after four people were killed in violence over the survey of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal on Sunday. Chaos erupted in Sambhal Sunday morning when a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era Shahi Jama Masjid led to violent clashes between the locals and the police. The mosque is at the centre of a contentious legal battle over claims that it was built on the site of a Hindu temple. The protesters also set some vehicles on fire and threw stones at the police, who used tear gas and batons to disperse…