Author: Arijit Bose

Vishal Jethwa’s Homebound Oscar Shortlist Journey Reflects an Inspiring Rise

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: As the global awards season brought international cinema into focus, Indian actor Vishal Jethwa marked a significant milestone in his career with Homebound, a film that made it to the Academy Awards shortlist. While the film did not secure a final Oscar nomination, its inclusion among the top 15 shortlisted films out of 86 international entries stood as a moment of pride and validation for the actor and the entire creative team. For Vishal Jethwa, the Oscar shortlist journey was far from a disappointment. Instead, it represented recognition of…

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Republic Day 2026: National School Band Competition culminates at Zonal level

Arijit Bose

16 selected teams to perform in grand finale at National Bal Bhavan, New Delhi New Delhi | As part of the Republic Day Celebrations 2026, the National School Band Competition has successfully concluded its Zonal-level round, with 16 school teams from across the country qualifying for the grand finale to be held at the National Bal Bhavan, New Delhi, on January 24, 2026. The shortlisted teams represent four zones—East, West, North and South—and will compete across four categories: Brass Band Boys, Brass Band Girls, Pipe Band Boys and Pipe Band Girls.…

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India Marks 150 Years of ‘Vande Mataram’ with Nationwide Cultural Celebrations

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | India is commemorating the 150th anniversary of its National Song, Vande Mataram, with a series of mass singing programmes, cultural events, and military band performances held at prominent public locations across the country. The nationwide initiative aims to strengthen the spirit of national unity and instil pride in India’s cultural and patriotic heritage. As part of the celebrations, the Indian Air Force (IAF) Band delivered a stirring performance at the amphitheatre in Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, on January 21. The 45-minute musical presentation featured 31 accomplished musicians and…

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Republic Day 2026: DRDO to Showcase Breakthrough Defence Innovations at Kartavya Path and Bharat Parv

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will showcase its cutting-edge defence technologies during the 77th Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path and Bharat Parv 2026, underscoring India’s growing technological self-reliance in national security. Among the headline exhibits are the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) and the DRDO tableau themed ‘Naval Technologies for Combat Submarines’. LR-AShM at Kartavya Path DRDO will display the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) along with its launcher during the Republic Day Parade. Designed to meet the Indian Navy’s coastal battery requirements,…

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CDS Releases Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework to Integrate Quantum Technologies in Armed Forces

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Thursday released the Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework, a comprehensive policy and roadmap aimed at the induction and integration of quantum technologies across India’s Armed Forces. The framework is designed to prepare the Tri-Services for future battlefields and secure technological superiority in an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving global security environment. The policy framework focuses on the systematic adoption of the four key pillars of quantum technology—Quantum Communication, Quantum Computing, Quantum Sensing and Metrology, and Quantum Materials and Devices—within…

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Indian Air Force Unveils Combat Power, Musical Grandeur and Veteran Legacy at Republic Day 2026 Press Preview

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Thursday held its Press Preview for the Republic Day Parade (RDP) 2026, offering a comprehensive glimpse into its marching contingent, veterans’ tableau and the aerial flypast that will be showcased during the national celebrations at Kartavya Path. Briefing the media, the IAF highlighted that the Republic Day Parade is a powerful symbol of national unity, reflecting India’s military strength, discipline and technological advancement. In line with its motto, “Touch the Sky with Glory,” all participating elements will underline the IAF’s unwavering commitment…

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Kenya Defence Forces Encouraged to Explore Collaboration with Indian Companies at 3rd India–Kenya Defence Exhibition & Seminar

Arijit Bose

Nairobi: Secretary (Defence Production), Sanjeev Kumar, has called upon the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to actively explore collaborative opportunities with Indian defence companies, highlighting India’s rapidly growing defence manufacturing ecosystem and its readiness for co-development and capacity-building partnerships. Addressing the 3rd India–Kenya Defence Exhibition & Seminar in Nairobi during his three-day visit to Kenya, which concluded on January 21, 2026, the Secretary emphasised the strong bilateral relationship between India and Kenya, rooted in mutual respect, trust and long-standing cooperation. He underlined the need to build on these ties to deepen…

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India Energy Week 2026 to Showcase India’s Energy Security and Capabilities Amid Global Uncertainty

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India Energy Week (IEW) 2026, the first major global energy conference of the year, will be organised to highlight India’s energy security framework and growing capabilities at a time of prolonged global volatility. Returning with its next edition as a leading platform for global energy dialogue, IEW 2026 will underline how India’s infrastructure expansion, policy interventions and structural reforms have strengthened energy availability and affordability for its citizens. Against the backdrop of global price instability and supply disruptions, IEW 2026 will focus on India’s integrated energy security model.…

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Digital India Bhashini Division Demonstrates Voice-Based Multilingual AI

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology showcased voice-based multilingual artificial intelligence solutions at the Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Capacity Building Conference organised by the Centre for e-Governance (CEG), Department of Information and Electronics, Government of Uttar Pradesh, in Lucknow on January 20, 2026. The conference brought together senior officials of the Uttar Pradesh government, representatives of the Government of India, industry partners and academic institutions to deliberate on the adoption of artificial intelligence in the state, digital skill development and strengthening…

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PIB Lucknow Organises Rural Media Workshop on ‘Viksit Bharat – Ji Ram Ji Kanoon’ in Prayagraj

Arijit Bose

Prayagraj: The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Lucknow, on Thursday organised a “Vartalap Programme” (Rural Media Workshop) at Pandit Kripashankar Tiwari College in Meja Tehsil of Prayagraj district. The workshop focused on the theme ‘Viksit Bharat – Ji Ram Ji Kanoon’ and discussed key welfare policies, development-oriented laws passed by the Indian Parliament, and the Central Government’s vision of making India a developed nation by 2047. A large number of local journalists participated in the workshop, which aimed at strengthening awareness and understanding of government initiatives at the grassroots level. The…

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