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January 5, 2026 10:34 AM

‘Indian-built ships symbolise sovereignty’: Rajnath Singh ahead of ICG vessel commissioning

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said ships built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) and other Indian shipyards are “floating symbols of India’s sovereignty”, reflecting the country’s presence, capability and resolve in the maritime domain. His remarks came during a visit to GSL on the eve of the commissioning of the Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) Samudra Pratap into the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). Samudra Pratap, the first of two pollution control vessels being built by GSL, will be c...

December 7, 2025 10:56 AM

PM Modi expresses grief over fire mishap in Goa’s Arpora

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the loss of lives in a fire mishap at a restaurant-cum-club in north Goa's Arpora, and announced financial assistance for the victims. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "The fire mishap in Arpora, Goa is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover at the earliest. Spoke to Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Ji about the situation. The State Government is providing all possible assistance to those affe...

November 28, 2025 5:24 PM

PM inaugurates Ramayana Theme Park in Goa; participates in 550th-year celebrations of Math

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday unveiled a 77-feet-tall bronze statue of Lord Rama at the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math in Canacona, South Goa. The ceremony marked the beginning of the Sardha Panchashatamanotsava, the 550th-year celebration of the Math. PM Modi also inaugurated the Ramayana Theme Park developed by the Math and released a special postal stamp along with a commemorative coin. Earlier in the day, PM Modi held a roadshow in Udupi, Karnataka, after participa...

November 23, 2025 7:04 PM

Three cinematic worlds unfold at IFFI as ‘Nilgiris’, ‘Mukkam Post Bombilwaadi’ and ‘Sikaar’ take centre stage

The International Film Festival of India on Sunday hosted an engaging cross-genre press conference featuring the cast and crew of three diverse films — Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness, Mukkam Post Bombilwadi and Sikaar. The session brought together filmmakers from different regions and storytelling traditions, offering insight into their creative processes, thematic choices and experiences at the festival. The interaction opened with Sikaar, where director Debangkar Borgohain paid an emotional ...

November 21, 2025 10:31 PM

Goa festival continues to shine: IFFI Day 2 celebrates skill, collaboration and cinematic excellence

The second day of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa celebrated cinematic excellence with masterclasses, global talent exchange, diplomatic dialogue and a vibrant red-carpet showcase. The day reflected India’s growing stature as a creative hub and a favoured destination for international collaborations. Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs Dr. L. Murugan inaugurated the IFFI 2025 Masterclass Series at Kala ...

November 17, 2025 3:35 PM

IFFI 2025: Cinema, Culture, and Change Come Together in Goa

For more than seven decades, the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has carried the spirit of a nation that believes cinema is not just art but a bridge between cultures. As India prepares for the 56th edition of IFFI in Goa, the festival feels larger, more connected, and more purposeful than ever before. This year’s edition reflects India’s growing confidence on the global cinematic map and its belief that creativity becomes stronger when nations collaborate. In this context, the s...

November 16, 2025 4:08 PM

19th WAVES Film Bazaar to showcase global co-production market in Goa

The 19th edition of WAVES Film Bazaar, previously known as Film Bazaar, will be held in Goa from November 20 to 24 alongside the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The annual film market will take place at the Marriott Resort and will feature a strengthened Co-Production Market for feature films and documentaries. This year’s edition will present 22 feature projects from India and abroad, including entries from France, the UK, Canada, the US, Russia, the Philippines and Singapo...

November 16, 2025 9:36 AM

IFFI 2025: Goa CM Pramod Sawant, Union Minister L. Murugan spotlight festival’s expanding global presence

Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant and Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan outlined key highlights of the 56th edition of International Film Festival of India (IFFI) at a press conference in Panaji on Saturday. Sawant said that film screenings this year will be held across multiple venues, including INOX Panaji, INOX Porvorim, Maquinez Palace, Ravindra Bhavan Madgaon, Magic Movies Ponda, and the Ashoka and Samrat screens in Panaji. A grand opening parade,...

November 13, 2025 1:58 PM

IFFIESTA 2025 to bring four nights of music and culture to Goa during IFFI

The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is set to go beyond the silver screen this year with a new cultural celebration titled IFFIESTA 2025 - a four-night festival of music, art, and live performances that will showcase India’s creative spirit. Organised by Doordarshan in association with Saregama, MJ Films, and Dilli Gharana, IFFIESTA will be held from November 21 to 24, at the Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Auditorium in Goa. The event promises to transform the film festival into a vibran...

October 20, 2025 2:10 PM

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with soldiers aboard INS Vikrant off Goa coast

Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his tradition of celebrating Diwali with armed forces personnel on Monday, visiting the INS Vikrant off the coast of Goa and Karwar. Interacting with the naval personnel, PM Modi expressed his gratitude for being able to celebrate the festival of lights with the soldiers. “Today, on one side I have infinite horizons, infinite sky, and on the other side I have this giant, INS Vikrant, embodying infinite powers. The glow of the sun’s rays on the ocean�...