Spotlight on reality: MIFF's role in documentary cinema

Spotlight on reality: MIFF's role in documentary cinema

Thursday, 13 June 2024 | Chaitanya K prasad

The film festival’s 18th edition comes with a first-of-its-kind ‘Documentary Film Bazaar' aimed at supporting the documentary, film and animation content Documentary film festivals play a crucial role in the world of cinema by offering a unique platform for non-fiction films that explore real life events, individuals, important societal issues and...

The Garhwal Regiment’s glorious military heritage

The Garhwal Regiment’s glorious military heritage

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 | Ashok K Mehta

Lansdowne, steeped in military tradition since the establishment of the first Garhwal Battalion in 1887, tells a tale of valour and colonial legacy The still air in June over the Bhawani Dutt Joshi Parade Ground carved out of Kaludanda (renamed Lansdowne after the then Viceroy) converts into an air pocket when...

India's green energy rise, including ‘Green Coal'

India's green energy rise, including ‘Green Coal'

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 | Ajay Kumar Gupta

Green coal projects reduce pollution, groundwater contamination, promote sustainability, carbon neutrality and spur economic growth The Reserve Bank of India's latest report reflects a surge in global optimism regarding India's economic prospects, particularly in the energy sector. This year alone, green energy projects valued at approximately Rs 700 billion are set...

The road ahead

The road ahead

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 | Pioneer

The depleted BJP's decision to retain key Ministries is a double-edged sword There are a number of ways to look at the depleted-in-strength BJP decision to hold onto important Ministries within the Union Government, despite pressure from coalition partners like the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Janata Dal United (JDU) for...

Let statecraft replace vicious propaganda

Let statecraft replace vicious propaganda

Wednesday, 12 June 2024 | Sidharth Mishra

The BJP poll machinery's aggressive narrative proved to be counterproductive; it’s now time to change the nature of dialogue from confrontation to consensus The seamless swearing in of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the third term, given the fractured mandate handed out by voters in the Lok Sabha elections in 2024,...

Canada in covert talks with India over Nijjar’s killing

Canada in covert talks with India over Nijjar’s killing

Tuesday, 11 June 2024 | Santosh Mathew

India and Canada share a complex relationship, shaped by historical ties, diaspora influence and geopolitical interests In the intricate dance of international diplomacy, Canada's intelligence chief, David Vigneault, embarked on clandestine visits to India earlier this year, delving into the shadowy realms of the Khalistani activist's controversial demise. These covert exchanges,...

A treasure trove of timeless wisdom

A treasure trove of timeless wisdom

Tuesday, 11 June 2024 | Swami Charnashrit

The Puranas, with their vast and varied content, are living texts The Puranas are a vast genre of ancient Indian literature that holds a significant place in the cultural, religious, and philosophical tapestry of India. These texts are not merely historical or mythological accounts; they are rich repositories of wisdom, encompassing...

The long and short of Modi’s welfarism

The long and short of Modi’s welfarism

Tuesday, 11 June 2024 | Uttam Gupta

The Govt is doing a good job of supplying food, fuel and fertiliser at subsidised cost but the largesse recipients are unlikely to make space for other deserving people An overarching policy instrument Prime Minister Narendra Modi uses in relentless pursuit of a welfare State is his unflinching commitment to ensuring...

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