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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…

Team Goemkarponn VASCO: Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar on Monday inaugurated the sewerage connection works in Mangor at a cost of ₹11.6 lakh. The event was attended by Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) Chairperson Girish Borker, ward councillor Narayan Borker, and other dignitaries. Speaking to the media, Salkar highlighted the importance of addressing sewerage issues in the densely populated Mangor area. “This project is crucial for Mangor, which has many houses. Vasco city has been grappling with severe sewerage problems, with leakage causing an unbearable stench and splashing on residents when vehicles pass through sewage-filled roads,” he stated. Salkar further elaborated on…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The State government has approved eight new historically important sites including Hath Katro Khamb at Old Goa, also known as Inquisition Pillar to be declared as “protected monuments” under the State Archaeological List. Hath Katro Khamb at Old Goa, Betul Fort, Nanus Fort, Rock Engravings at Mauxi, Stone circle at Cotigao, Kranti Veer Dipaji Rane’s House at Kumbharkhand, Sattari, Soliye temple at Canocana and Tank of Shri. Vazreshwar Temple at Balli are new structures identified for protection under ‘State List’. Sources informed that the government has already approved the proposal and the notification is expected soon. “These sites…

Team Goemkarponn DELHI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that he explored the process of transferring the ruins of the historic Viceregal Palace to the Department of Archaeology, Government of Goa in his meeting with Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways in Delhi. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant was speaking to media after meeting Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, in New Delhi. “We deliberated on key matters concerning the Mormugao Port Trust and explored the process of transferring the ruins of the historic Viceregal Palace to the Department of Archaeology, Government of Goa,’ said Sawant He further said…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched an all-out attack on Congress, saying those who were “repeatedly rejected by people disrespect Parliament and democracy”. Addressing the media ahead of the start of the winter session of Parliament, he said he was “hoping for healthy discussions”. “Unfortunately, some people who have been rejected by the public for their political interests are constantly trying to control the Parliament with the hooliganism of a handful of people. The people of the country count all their actions and when the time comes, they also punish them,” he said two days after the Opposition’s…