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Kerala to boost film-friendly tourism, strengthen anti-piracy tools: Minister of Cinema, Tourism, and Cultural Affairs

Kerala to boost film-friendly tourism, strengthen anti-piracy tools: Minister of Cinema, Tourism, and Cultural Affairs

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Kerala will make its major tourist destinations more film-shooting friendly and strengthen legal action against movie piracy, State Minister for Cinema, Tourism, and Cultural Affairs P C Vishnunath said here on Tuesday. He was speaking after meeting representatives of the Malayalam film industry, as per news agency PTI. The minister convened the meeting at Mascot Hotel here to discuss issues facing the film sector, which he described as being at a crucial stage of growth. State Minister for Cinema, Tourism, and Cultural Affairs P C Vishnunath talked about the measures. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) What actions are being planned for the film industry “Malayalam cinema is today shining as one of the best film industries in India. Its market has expanded significantly, and all of us must work together to ensure that nothing harms the industry,” Vishnunath told reporters after the discussions. Among the issues raised by industry representatives was the long-standing concern over what they described as “double taxation”. The minister said the government would examine the matter seriously. “This is not an issue that concerns …

Shweta Tripathi on acing chemistry with husband Chaitanya in External Affairs: ‘Had to learn to be uncomfortable again’

Shweta Tripathi on acing chemistry with husband Chaitanya in External Affairs: ‘Had to learn to be uncomfortable again’

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Actor Shweta Tripathi is returning to her first love, theatre, with the play External Affairs. What makes this project extra special is that she will be sharing the stage with her husband, rapper and actor Chaitanya Sharma aka SlowCheeta, for the first time after marriage. Backed by Mumbai-based Akvarious Productions, the play is directed by Adhaar Khurana and written by Bobby Nagra. Shweta Tripathi reunites with husband Chaitanya Sharma on stage for play External Affairs. In a candid conversation, the Mirzapur actor talked about working on External Affairs with husband Chaitanya and opened up about modern relationships, her 16-year-long bond with Chaitanya, navigating chemistry on stage, and why she refuses to let social media define her craft. On what External Affairs explores Talking about the play, Shweta said, “To me it’s about living in the times that we are living. Having relationships with not only our partners but also with our parents and exes, and with digital media, information overload, and constant entertainment. It’s about what we feel, how we feel, and there are so …

Shweta Tripathi and husband Chaitnya Sharma pair up onscreen for Akarsh Khurana’s play ‘External Affairs’

Shweta Tripathi and husband Chaitnya Sharma pair up onscreen for Akarsh Khurana’s play ‘External Affairs’

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Some love stories begin over coffee. Some begin mid-scene, under stage lights, with cues being missed and hearts quietly finding their rhythm. For Shweta Tripathi and Chaitnya Sharma, it began in a rehearsal room years ago, under the direction of Akarsh Khurana. And now, in what feels less like coincidence and more like a beautifully written callback, they return to the stage together with ‘External Affairs.’ Shweta and Chaitnya back on stage This time, though, the script has changed. They’re no longer just co-actors figuring out blocking and lines; they’re life partners and for the very first time, playing a romantic couple on stage. Art imitates life, but with better lighting. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz (May 03 – May 09)

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz (May 03 – May 09)

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As UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 is just few days away, current affairs should be your primary focus. UPSC Weekly Quiz is a current affairs–based quiz on relevant topics from the past week, curated for aspirants of competitive examinations. Attempt the weekly quiz every Saturday and find detailed answers to the MCQs with explanations. Gear up for UPSC Prelims 2026—Practice smarter, revise faster, and succeed with our Special Quiz Magazine. (Click Here) With reference to the Committee of Creditors (CoC), consider the following statements: 1. It is a decision-making body in India’s Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process. 2. The Committee of Creditors is chaired by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Why this question for UPSC Prelims 2026? UPSC can ask questions on regulatory bodies, economic institutions, and mechanisms related to financial stability and non-performing assets (NPAs). Recent debates over insolvency resolution, creditor rights, and delays in the bankruptcy process make the CoC relevant from a current …

PM Modi, External Affairs Minister on major diplomatic outreach in May

PM Modi, External Affairs Minister on major diplomatic outreach in May

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during delegation-level talks. File. | Photo Credit: YouTube/@NarendraModi via PTI Days after a major conference of India’s Ambassadors and High Commissioners, where they were urged to be more “proactive” in projecting India’s message worldwide, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar are kicking off a busy summer season, with travels to different parts of the world and hosting a number of their counterparts from BRICS and Quad groupings, Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Indian Ocean Region, all in this month alone. On Sunday (May 3, 2026), Mr. Jaishankar arrived in Kingston, Jamaica, at the start of his own nine-day visit to the Caribbean ‘CARICOM’ grouping of countries, and he will also travel to Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago. Published – May 03, 2026 07:06 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following …

External affairs MoS attends Ali Khamenei’s memorial service at Iran’s Delhi embassy| India News

External affairs MoS attends Ali Khamenei’s memorial service at Iran’s Delhi embassy| India News

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The Narendra Modi government was represented by the minister of state for external affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on the last day of Chehelum (40-day mourning) for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Union minister of state for external affairs, Pabitra Margherita, at the Iranian embassy in New Delhi for the memorial service for the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. (X/ MEA) According to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, Margherita offered solemn respects on behalf of the Government of India at the 40th-day mourning ceremony organised by the Embassy of Iran in New Delhi. “India–Iran relations are anchored in deep-rooted civilizational, cultural and people-to-people ties,” Jaiswal said in a post on X. Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28, an incident that plunged the West Asian region into a war that lasted six weeks before a ceasefire was announced last Tuesday. India offered condolences on the death of the Iranian Supreme Leader almost a week later, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri signing the condolence book at the Iranian embassy in New Delhi on March …

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz (April 05 to 11, 2026) : 15 key questions with detailed answers for Prelims 2026 | UPSC Current Affairs News

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz (April 05 to 11, 2026) : 15 key questions with detailed answers for Prelims 2026 | UPSC Current Affairs News

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As UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 is just a few months away, current affairs should be your primary focus. UPSC Weekly Quiz is a current affairs–based quiz on relevant topics from the past week, curated for aspirants of competitive examinations. Attempt the weekly quiz every Saturday and find detailed answers to the MCQs with explanations. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for March 2026. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 With reference to the timeline of the Chagos Islands, consider the following statements: 1. In 2009, the International Court of Justice issued an advisory opinion that the UK must hand over the islands to Mauritius “as soon as possible”. 2. In 2015, the UK and Mauritius agreed to begin negotiations on the exercise of sovereignty over the Chagos archipelago. 3. In 2025, the UK signed a formal agreement transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Why this question for UPSC Prelims 2026? …

Piyush Mishra confessed his extra-marital affairs to his wife, broke down after coming clean: ‘Took me 15 years to realise she is my wife’ | Bollywood News

Piyush Mishra confessed his extra-marital affairs to his wife, broke down after coming clean: ‘Took me 15 years to realise she is my wife’ | Bollywood News

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In his novelised memoir ‘Tumhari Auqaat Kya Hai, Piyush Mishra‘, actor, singer and lyricist Piyush Mishra had candidly written about infidelity and his struggles within marriage. Now, the actor-writer has spoken at length about his role as a husband, his relationship with his wife Priya, and how time and self-awareness changed him. Piyush Mishra says he is a good husband now In a conversation with Shubhankar Mishra, Piyush admitted he was not a good husband earlier. “Now I am a good husband; I wasn’t earlier. Back then, I wasn’t responsible at all, and marriage is a very big responsibility. When you fall in love at 20, there’s no logic to it, that’s the beauty of it. But after 35, you love the person who is willing to grow old with you. Love is defined by the woman who is ready to grow old with you, and she accepted that she would grow old with me.” ‘It took me 10–15 years to realise she is my wife’ The actor made a confession about how long it …

Several minority scholarship schemes discontinued after 2021-22, Minority Affairs Mister tells Rajya Sabha

Several minority scholarship schemes discontinued after 2021-22, Minority Affairs Mister tells Rajya Sabha

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Member of Parliament (CPI-M) from Kerala, John Brittas. Photo: Sansad TV via ANI Video Grab The Centre has discontinued the implementation of several scholarship schemes for minority students beyond 2021-22, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju tells Rajya Sabha on Monday (March 30, 3036). The Minister was responding to a question by Member of Parliament (CPI-M) from Kerala, John Brittas, who had sought details of the scholarship schemes currently available for the minority students at all stages of education and the number of beneficiaries, State-wise. Mr. Brittas has also asked about the total scholarship amount allocated and actually given each year over the last five years, State-wise along with the details of the scholarship schemes for minorities which were stopped or merged in the last five years. Responding to the question, Mr. Rijwiju in a written reply on March 30th said that while pre-matric, post-matric and merit-cum-means scholarships had been implemented across the country, they were not approved for continuation after 2021-22. Payments made in 2022-23 pertained only to pending liabilities, he added. The government pointed out …

Weekly UPSC Current Affairs Quiz

Weekly UPSC Current Affairs Quiz

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As UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 is just a few months away, current affairs should be your primary focus. UPSC Weekly Quiz is a current affairs–based quiz on relevant topics from the past week, curated for aspirants of competitive examinations. Attempt the weekly quiz every Saturday and find detailed answers to the MCQs with explanations. 🚨 Click Here to read the UPSC Essentials magazine for February 2026. Share your views and suggestions in the comment box or at [email protected]🚨 1. The MILAN-2026 was organised by the Indian Navy. 2. Navies of more than 50 countries participated in the exercise. 3. The first edition of the exercise was held in 2005 at Visakhapatnam. How many of the statements given above are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Why this question for UPSC Prelims 2026? The multinational naval exercise MILAN was conducted recently, making it a current affairs–linked defence topic. It reflects India’s growing maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. UPSC can ask prelims questions on recent military exercises, participating countries, and organising forces. Explanation: — Iran frigate IRIS Dena—which had …