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Festivals

FESTIVALS: THE CHANGING FACE OF DURGA PUJA

Religious Fest? Reality Show? Sponsored Program? A little of all these? Monojit Lahiri lays it on the line, examining how Durga Puja 2024 merges tradition with commercializati...

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Business and Politics

POLITICS: GLOBAL VIOLENCE AND THE HUMAN TOLL

As wars and violence surge worldwide, this article explores the tragic human cost, global power dynamics, and the urgent need for peace and unity in an increasingly divided wo...

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Festivals

FESTIVALS: THE BATTLE OF VOICES 2024

We’re proud to partner with Battle of Voices 2024, a groundbreaking podcast competition that empowers storytellers, encourages collaboration, and strengthens the ever-gr...

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Trending

TRENDING: MARCHING FOR LADAKH’S RIGHTS  

Sonam Wangchuk’s peaceful protest demands autonomy for Ladakh, calling for responsible governance that prioritizes environmental protection, indigenous voices, and susta...

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Alternative Entertainment

ALTERNATIVE ENTERTAINMENT: REVISITING A REEL MOTHER

Kaviyoor Ponnamma’s nuanced portrayals of motherhood reflected the complex realities of Kerala's changing society, going beyond stereotypical maternal roles to reveal de...

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Thought Factory

THOUGHT FACTORY: GENIUS WHACKOS IN CHESS LAND!

Exploring the eccentricities and breakdowns of chess legends, proving that even the greatest minds aren't immune to the pressures of the game. MONOJIT LAHIRI tracks the histor...

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Festivals

TRENDING: AFFORDABLE TAILORING THIS FESTIVAL SEASON BY SURVIVORS OF #GBV

Budget-friendly stitching services for kids and women across India, crafted by survivors. Support them this festival season with purposeful, handmade gifts. #StandByMe is a co...

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Business and Politics

POLITICS: GLOBAL INDIFFERENCE AND DOMESTIC POLICIES DRIVE DIVISIVE AGENDAS

"The relentless violence of war and communal strife continues to plague innocent lives, while global powers and political rulers remain oblivious, leaving humanity to bear the...

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Festivals

FESTIVALS: A CELEBRATION OF INDIAN CINEMA

Whistling Woods International's Celebrate Cinema 2024: An Immersive Festival Where 5000 Students Witnessed the Power of Cinema to Inspire Change. The #Newsdesk reports... On ...

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Gender

GENDER: THE PROBLEM WITH FFI'S CITATION ON LAAPATA LADIES

Examining the Complex Narratives of Women in Cinema: 'Laapata Ladies' Sparks Debate on Gender Roles, Patriarchy, and India's Oscar Selection Process. Vinta Nanda writes&hellip...

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A TIMELY DIALOGUE AT IFFD 2026

A powerful panel at IFFD 2026 brings together leading independent filmmakers to examine ...

March 28 2026

BHARATMATA BROUGHT BACK TO LIFE!

Bharatmata cinema hall returns to Mumbai’s Lalbaug, writes Avinash Kolhe, reviving...

March 27 2026

BOLLYWOOD IGNORES WOMEN IN COMEDY

Monojit Lahiri investigates the persistent absence of strong comic roles for leading Bol...

March 26 2026