Saturday, November 29, 2025

IFFI 2025: In Pictures -

 Red Carpet Arrivals at the 56th IFFI Closing Ceremony 2025

#IFFIWood, 28 November 2025

 The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 Closing Ceremony red carpet was graced by a host of dignitaries, cinematic legends, and popular film personalities.

The event attended by Chief Minister of Goa, Shri. Pramod Sawant, MoS MIB Shri L. Murugan, and Secretary MIB Shri Sanjay Jaju (with his wife).

The red carpet also illuminated by cinematic royalty, including Legendary Actor Shri Rajnikanth, Ranveer Singh, Rishab Shetty, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Tovino Thomas (with wife Lidiya), Vineet Singh, and international star Katherina Schuttler, Rakesh Omprakash Mehra.

See all the fashion, smiles, and final moments of elegance that brought the curtains down on a spectacular nine days of cinema!

 

Chief Minister of Goa is Shri. Pramod Sawant gracing the red carpet of IFFI 2025 Closing ceremony

MoS MIB Shri L. Murugan gracing the red carpet of IFFI 2025 Closing ceremony 

Secretary MIB Shri Sanjay Jaju with his wife on the red carpet of IFFI 2025 Closing ceremony 

Legendary Actor Shri Rajinikanth interacting with media on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony 

Actor Rishab Shetty on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Director and International competition Jury Chairperson Mr. Rakesh Omprakash Mehra on red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Actor Ranveer Singh on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Dr. Kiran Shantaram s/o legendary director V. Shantaram on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony 

German actress Katherina Schuttler gracing the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony 

Indian Actress Amiee Baruah greeting media on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

MD NFDC Shri Prakash Makdum on the Red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony 

Actor Kishore Kadam from movie Gondhal on the Red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Actor Tovino Thomas with wife Lidiya Tovino on the Red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Actor Vineet Singh on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

Actress Rajeshwari Sachdev on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony

 

Actress Tran Quan and Director Ash Mayfair of the movie " Skin of Youth" on the red carpet of IFFI Closing ceremony 

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PIB IFFI CAST AND CREW | Ritu Shukla/Darshana Rane | IFFI 56 - 120

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Lights, Camera, Accreditation!

 प्रविष्टि तिथि: 29 OCT 2025 at 3:32 PM by PIB Delhi

Media Accreditation for 56th IFFI Open Till 5th November -Apply Now!

Exclusive Opportunity for Media: FTII’s Film Appreciation Course at IFFI 2025

IFFIWood, 29 October, 2025

Are you a mediaperson looking to cover the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?

Register now as a media delegate through the official portal:

https://accreditation.pib.gov.in/eventregistration/login.aspx

The 56th edition of IFFI will be held from 20th to 28th November 2025 in Panaji, Goa. Accredited media professionals will have exclusive access to film screenings, panel discussions, masterclasses, and networking sessions with eminent filmmakers and artists from across the globe.

Adding further value, the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) will conduct a Film Appreciation Course on 18th November 2025, exclusively for accredited media persons. Journalists who could not attend the course in previous editions will be given preference this year.

Mediapersons may kindly note that the portal for media accreditation will remain open till 5th November 2025.

Applicants are advised to carefully follow the instructions on the portal and upload all required documents, including valid identity proof and professional credentials. Detailed eligibility criteria and documentation guidelines are available on the accreditation website.

For any assistance or queries, journalists may contact the PIB IFFI Media Support Desk at iffi.mediadesk@pib.gov.in.

The Principal Director General, Press Information Bureau, Shri Dhirendra Ojha, said,

“IFFI is a pivotal event that unites diverse cinematic voices from across the world. PIB is committed to ensuring a seamless accreditation process and supporting journalists in covering this prestigious festival comprehensively.”

Set against the picturesque backdrop of Panaji, Goa, IFFI celebrates India’s cinematic legacy while fostering global collaboration and creativity. Each year, over 45,000 film enthusiasts and professionals come together for nine days of cinematic celebration — immersing themselves in stories that inspire, challenge, and connect audiences worldwide.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of Asia’s premier celebration of cinema. Apply today and secure your path to cinema's grand stage, that is, IFFI 2025!

Key Information:

👉🏻Media Accreditation Portal: https://accreditation.pib.gov.in/eventregistration/login.aspx

👉🏻Media Accreditation Portal to Remain Open from 15th October to 5th November 2025

👉🏻Festival Dates: 20th – 28th November 2025

👉🏻Venue: Panaji, Goa

👉🏻Film Appreciation Course Date: 18th November 2025

👉🏻Support Email: iffi.mediadesk@pib.gov.in

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PIB IFFI CAST AND CREW | Sayyid Rabeehashmi / Sriyanka Chatterjee / Yash Rane / Priti Malandkar | IFFI 56 - 001

 रिलीज़ आईडी: 2183748

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

National Award-Winning Film 'Chalo Jeete Hain'

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting//Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav

प्रविष्टि तिथि: 16 SEP 2025 at 5:09 PM by PIB Delhi Regarding Film 'Chalo Jeete Hain'

Set for Special Nationwide Re-release

*Lakhs of ‘Silent Heroes’ to be Honoured on PM Modi’s Birthday, post the screenings of National Award-winning film ‘Chalo Jeete Hain’

*A Powerful Tribute to PM Modi's Life and Swami Vivekananda’s Philosophy to Inspire Youth

New Delhi: 16th September 2025: (PIB Delhi//The Media Screen Online Desk)::

National Award-winning film “Chalo Jeete Hain”—a moving cinematic tribute to Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy “Bas wahi jeete hain, jo doosro ke liye jeete hain” (Only those are truly successful who live for others)—is set for a special re-release across India from September 17 to October 2, 2025. The critically acclaimed film, among the most viewed short films of 2018, will be screened in lakhs of schools and nearly 500 cinema halls nationwide, including PVRInox, Cinepolis, Rajhans and Miraj.

Inspiring Young Minds

To mark the re-release, the ‘Chalo Jeete Hain: Seva Ka Sanman’ initiative has been launched. Under this initiative, ‘Silent Heroes’ of schools and society—watchmen, cleaning staff, drivers, peons and others who contribute quietly to the smooth functioning of daily life—will be honoured and felicitated. These ceremonies will take place after students watch the film along with the ‘Silent Heroes’, inspiring young minds to live not just for themselves but in service of others.

A Tribute to Swami Vivekananda's Philosophy

The film is inspired by a childhood incident from the life of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. It tells the story of young Naru, who, deeply influenced by Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy, seeks to understand its meaning and strives to make a difference in his small world. With this initiative, the timeless message of selflessness and service will reach a new generation in an impactful manner.


Nationwide Impact

“This movement carries a deeply powerful message. It will inspire millions of young minds about valuing and respecting every work and each individual. It reinforces the timeless values of selflessness, empathy and duty to the nation—a true tribute to our Prime Minister,” said producer Mahaveer Jain. “Through this film, we hope to ignite a spark in the hearts of youth, encouraging them to live a life of purpose and to contribute positively to society,” he added.

Winner of the National Award for Best Non-Feature Film on Family Values, “Chalo Jeete Hain” continues to resonate with audiences. Directed by Mangesh Hadawale and presented by Aanand L. Rai and Mahaveer Jain, the film’s message of living for others remains as relevant today as when it was first released. Its special re-release now seeks to carry that message further, as a tribute to the inspiring life and philosophy of the Prime Minister.

The screenings in schools are a significant part of this initiative, ensuring the film's message resonates with students and encourages them to embrace a life of purpose.

****//Dharmendra Tewari//Navin Sreejith//(रिलीज़ आईडी: 2167218)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025

India’s Vibrant Press and Media Ecosystem Expands...

 Ministry of Information & Broadcasting//Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav//प्रविष्टि तिथि: 23 July 2025 at 8:45 PM by PIB Delhi

...With Over 1.55 Lakh Publications and 908 Private TV Channels

Prasar Bharati Expands Regional Outreach Through DD Free Dish and BIND Scheme

92 Private and 50 DD Channels Available on DD Free Dish, Covering Multiple Regional Languages

New Delhi: 23rd July 2025: (PIB Delhi//The Media Screen Online Desk)::

Symbolic Photo By Pexels

India has a vibrant press and media ecosystem,
which has witnessed growth in recent years, as mentioned below:

Number of publications registered with the Press Registrar General of India has increased from 1.05 Lakh in 2014-15 to 1.55 Lakh in 2024-25.

Number of private satellite TV Channels have also increased from 821 in 2014-15 to 908 in 2024-25.

As of today, 92 private channels and 50 Doordarshan Channels are available on DD Free Dish. Both private and DD channels operate in various regional languages, ensuring wider audience reach across the country.

Expansion of Prasar Bharati’s network across the country is a continuous process undertaken under the Broadcasting Infrastructure & Network Development (BIND) Scheme 2021-26. Three transmitters have been approved under this scheme in Himachal Pradesh. These include 5kW transmitter in Mandi and 1kW FM transmitters in Chamba and Dharampur each.

This information was submitted by Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L Murugan in Lok Sabha today.

***//Dharmendra Tewari \ Navin Sreejith//(रिलीज़ आईडी: 2147585)***

Newspapers, Periodicals and TV Channels Urged to Register on PB-SHABD

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting//Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav//प्रविष्टि तिथि: 23 July 2025 at 7:02 PM by PIB Delhi

PB-SHABD Platform is for Free Access to Authentic News Content

New Delhi: 23rd July 2025: (PIB Delhi//The Media Screen Online Desk)::

Prasar Bharati has extended an invitation to all newspapers, periodicals, and TV channels across India to register on its newswire platform, Prasar Bharati Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination (PB-SHABD), to access high-quality news and multimedia content free of cost.

File Photo

Launched in March 2024, PB-SHABD offers over 800 news stories daily in multiple Indian languages, covering more than 40 diverse categories. The platform also features live feeds of key national and international events, a rich archive of visual content, and regularly published explanatory and research-based articles. All content is made available in usable formats, ensuring ease of access for media organisations and content creators.

In a recent meeting chaired by the Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Shri Sanjay Jaju, emphasis was laid on onboarding all credible media organisations to ensure authentic and comprehensible information is widely disseminated.

Media organizations can learn more about the platform at shabd.prasarbharati.org and view the official brochure here:

https://shabd.prasarbharati.org/public/assets/E-brochure_SHABD_balanced%20final_web.pdf

Registration is free and available at shabd.prasarbharati.org/register

For further assistance, please contact: Ms Jayanti Jha, Assistant Director, PB-SHABD, Email: jha.jayanti16[at]gmail[dot]com

***//Dharmendra Tewari\Navin Sreejith//(रिलीज़ आईडी: 2147492)

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Call for press meet and rally bz PRTC

 Sat Sri Akal Ji to all the press colleagues.

It is a request to all the press heroes that tomorrow on 04/06/2025, a grand gate rally is being held at the gate of PRTC Ludhiana Depot regarding the difficulties faced during duties and the discriminatory behavior towards the workers by the management. Therefore, to bring our voice to the general public, it is a request to you to reach the gate of PRTC Ludhiana Depot tomorrow at 10 am.

By - Jagtar Singh *9877567428

State Joint Secretary

Punjab Roadways Pan Bus/PRTC Contract Workers Union 25/11

Sunday, October 27, 2024

Now AIR Library at the Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur

Vice President's Secretariat//Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav//Posted On: 27 OCT 2024 ;1:32PM by PIB Delhi

Text of the Vice President’s Address at the Inauguration Ceremony of the AIR Library for Advocates at the Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur (Excerpts)::


Jaipur//New Delhi>
27 OCT 2024 (PIB Delhi//The Media Screen Online)::

Justice MM Shrivastava, Honourable Chief Justice Rajasthan High Court, a remarkable human being. क्या शुरुआत की है, दिवाली का तोहफा दे दिया आपको, अपने तरीके से दे दिया| Sir, as a member of this Bar, I am grateful.

Honourable justice Inderjeet Singh has his own mannerism, his own working pattern. I have not had the occasion to appear before him in court but outside court, he's a gentleman.

Advocate Pawan Sharma and Advocate Raj Kumar Sharma, वह क्या कहते हैं जय और वीरू, इनको सब नुस्खे पता है यह आते हैं तो आज के दिन मेरा आना बहुत मुश्किल था| मैं कर्नाटक में था दो दिन, IIT जोधपुर का कार्यक्रम था, गुवाहाटी में मेरा कार्यक्रम है पर यह ऐसे व्यक्ति को लेकर आ गए Ramesh ji Sharma निर्णय पहले कर लीया मुझे तो मोहर ही लगानी पड़ी| Advocate Bhuvnesh Sharma, Chairman Bar Council of India. I have had the occasion to be member of Bar Council of Rajasthan. I could not become Chairman and I could not be representative to Bar Council of India because of a Rule. Advocate Prahlad Sharma ji, I greet him if he is not present in his absence, President of the High Court Bar Association.

Metro-1, Metro-2, Jaipur district मेरे समय नहीं थे, I'm an old timer but presence of the district judges, members of the judiciary on this occasion, I am greatly touched.

When I became Vice President of the country, In the very first week or so, I was invited by the Supreme Court Bar Association. I Had been its member. The honourable Chief Justice and other justices were present that was a good occasion. I have been in that bar for quite long. As a matter effect, I became member of that bar a little before I was designated a senior advocate. So my connection with that bar was about three decades or more. पर मैं तो आपका हूं और कहते हैं ना नाखून उंगलियों से अलग नहीं हो सकता।

I have been created by this bar. मेरा परम सौभाग्य था कि मैंने ऐसे अधिवक्ता का कार्यालय अपनी कर्मभूमि बनाई स्वर्गीय N L Tibrewal, very high ethical standards. I would say the highest we can ever have. Totally non compromising when it comes to integrity, उनके दफ्तर से कोई खाली हाथ नहीं गया। जिस दिन बहस करते थे मौके पर फीस की बात नहीं करते थे। बहस के बाद ही करते थे यह उनके सिद्धांत था। He valued his commitment to profession more than his bank balance and the God was very kind to him. He was high court judge not for a long period, a decade or so but he became acting Chief Justice, was acting governor for about a year. ऊपर वाला न्याय में कभी कमी नहीं रखता है।

जो काम आज हुआ है, दो way हैं, कुछ उनमें विरोधाभास है थोड़ा सा, e-Library आज से दो दशक पहले दिल्ली से दो ट्रक रवाना किया मैंने वह मेरी लाइब्रेरी थी। 1940, if I am not mistaken Sudhanshu Ji, all India reporter मेरे पास था, क्रिमिनल लॉ जनरल थी शुरू से, सुप्रीम कोर्ट केसेस थे 1669 से, लेबर लॉ जनरल थे बहुत से।

I had gone digital then, तो मेरे दफ्तर में मैंने कोई किताब नहीं रखी और तब टेक्नोलॉजी ज्यादा नहीं थी आज के दिन टेक्नोलॉजी का आलम यह है, if we speak in terms of Bharat home to one-sixth of humanity, we account for more than 50% of global digital transactions. यदि आप अगर इंटरनेट कंजंप्शन की बात करोगे प्रति व्यक्ति तो per person data consumption of internet for an Indian is more than that of China and USA taken together. हमारे डिजिटल ट्रांजेक्शन जो हो रहे हैं उनके हालत यह हैं की you combine all the digital transactions of USA, UK, France and Germany, फिर भी हमारे उनसे चार गुना है ऐसे भारत में इसकी शुरुआत का बहुत बड़ा मतलब है. I congratulate the leadership of the Bar and also Members of the Bar.

Technology adoption is no longer luxury, it is no longer a need, it is the only way out. आज के दिन यंग लोग अप्रिशिएट करेंगे, मेरी उम्र के लोग कम करेंगे they will appreciate that disruptive Technology have come. एक नया इंडस्ट्रियल रिवॉल्यूशन आ गया है। we are on a cusp of very big change artificial intelligence, internet of things, machine learning, blockchain. पहले अंग्रेजी के शब्द हुआ करते थे हकीकत में जो उनका डाइमेंशन है बहुत दूर तक ले जाता है. आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस आपकी बहुत मदद कर सकती है। मेरा अनुरोध रहेगा Bar के सदस्यों से की working sessions कराने चाहिए। Let there be technological sessions where you come to know about it. जो समय आप व्यतीत करोगे आपको अंदाजा नहीं है की आप कितना समय बचा पाओगे। Your quality will go up और आपकी काबिलियत इसी चीज में है कि indicator बनो। जब यह सब कुछ अपने हाथ में है उसको नहीं use करना आपके साथ, खुद के साथ अन्याय होगा।

इससे जो बहुत बड़ी क्रांति देश में आई है जिसको हम कहते हैं कि लंबे समय के बाद बड़ी मांग होती रही थी अंग्रेजो के कानून को हम कब तक ढोते रहेंगे, कब तक बर्दाश्त करते रहेंगे, उनका कानून उनको बचाने के लिए था। The journey from Dand Vidhan to Nyaya Vidhan is a significant journey unshackling us from colonial mindset and colonial legacy. जुलाई से तो लागू हो गए हैं, this is boon to the young lawyers. You can now steal the march and please be part of it.

यदि अगर आप ऐसा करेंगे and you will mix it with technology, you will have great gain. I had the good fortune to preside the Council of States, the House of Elders, the Upper House when these three legislations were passed. 

A very powerful committee went into each and every provision, it was analyzed at micro level. मैं आपको यही कह सकता हूं कि मैं तो अंदाजा नहीं लगा सकता था,

...JK/RC/SM//(Release ID: 2068632)