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Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: National Award winning Indian filmmaker, scriptwriter and producer Madhur Bhandarkar held an enthralling ‘In Conversation’ Session as part of 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) at the Kala Academy Goa today. In a riveting conversation with the film critic and analyst, Taran Adarsh, the critically acclaimed Director offered insightful cinematic exchange into the art of cinema, the nuances of filmmaking, and the challenges and inspirations that shape storytelling. Bhandarkar, renowned for his distinctive films, shared an array of perceptive insights, illuminating the essence of authentic storytelling and the intricacies of cinematic creation. At the heart of…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: During an engaging ‘In-Conversation’ session at the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), in Kala Academy, Goa, the accomplished actor Vijay Sethupathi, alongside veteran actress Kushboo Sundar, shared insights into their experiences and reflections on their cinematic journey. Vijay Sethupathi is one of the most versatile actors of the Indian film industry. He has acted in more than 50 films. His first lead role was in Seenu Ramasamy’s Thenmerku Paruvakatru which won three National awards. Discussing his journey about his acting skills, Vijay Sethupathi stated “I know that I don’t know”. As a versatile figure…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Independent film-maker and one of the vibrant exponents of the Philippine New Wave cinema, Brilliante Mendoza took an enthralled audience through his unique process of film-making. Mendoza was leading the first Masterclass on the sidelines of the 54th International Film Festival of India in Goa. The Masterclass began with a rare peek into behind-the-scenes groundwork of Mendoza’s widely acclaimed feature film, Ma’Rosa. Mendoza revealed that he prefers his story to guide his film rather than a set script. In an extremely innovative and immersive process of character development, he elaborated, that he does not provide a script…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Minister for Women and Child Development Vishwajit Rane has said that his department has roped in IIT Bombay to the overall nutrition of newborns and pregnant mothers, particularly emphasizing adolescent nutrition. Rane said, “To formalize the collaboration between IIT Bombay and the Departments of Health and Women and Child Development (DHS & WCD), a meeting was held today in presence of representatives of IIT Bombay Dr. Rupal Dalal and Dr. Devji in presence of Health Department and women and child Department officials.” He said the focus of the meeting was to outline how IIT Bombay could contribute…

Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Goa Pradesh Congress Committee (GPCC) President Amit Patkar today has submitted a memorandum to Goa Legislative Assembly Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar demanding to immediately disqualify newly appointed Minister Aleixo Sequeira pending disqualification petition. “I have submitted a memorandum Goa Legislative Assembly Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar demanding to immediately disqualify newly appointed Minister Aleixo Sequeira pending disqualification petition. He should be disqualified,” said Patkar speaking to media He further questioned as how ministerial berth can be given to MLA when he has a disqualification petition pending against him. “I have also urged the speaker to to write to Governor Pillai…

Goemkarponn Desk MARGAO: Sad state of affairs under BJP Government under Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant once again come to the fore with another Governor in Office raising concerns on administrative failures. After Ex-Governor Satya Pal Malik openly spoke on Corruption, now Governor P. S. Sreedharan Pillai raises doubts on Happiness Index of Goa, stated Leader of Oppositon Yuri Alemao. Reacting to Governor of Goa P. S. Sreedharan Pillai choosing not to speak on Happiness Index of Goa, Leader of Opposition Yuri Alemao blamed successive BJP Governments for ignoring important Study Reports which would have helped in reviving economy &…

*State Commissioner and Secretary win National Award for Empowering Persons with Disabilities for the year 2023 Goemkarponn Desk PANAJI: Goa State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Shri. Guruprasad Pawaskar, has won the National Award for the Empowerment of PwDs for the year 2023! Under the ‘Divyangjano Ke Adhikar Adhiniyam 2016, Ke Apne Rajya Mein Karyanvayan Mein Sarvashreshtha Rajya Aayukta Divyangjan category’, Shri. Pawaskar has been recognized as the Best State Commissioner for Empowering Persons with Disabilities. Secretary of the Goa State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Shri. Taha Haaziq, has won the National Award for the Empowerment of PwDs for…