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IFFK 2024: ‘Humans in the Loop’ cautions against Artificial Intelligence driven by dominant narratives
4 days, 16 hours ago

IFFK 2024: ‘Humans in the Loop’ cautions against Artificial Intelligence driven by dominant narratives

The Hindu  

In one of the initial scenes of Humans in the Loop directed by Aranya Sahay, the protagonist Nehma, belonging to the Oraon tribe in a remote village in Jharkhand, is seen lying on a rock on one side with her ear on the ground, observing her surroundings for signs of life in the lifeless and the living. The couple has …

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Ranbir Kapoor Announces Raj Kapoor Film Festival To Celebrate The Showman Of Indian Cinema's 100th Birth Anniversary
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranbir Kapoor Announces Raj Kapoor Film Festival To Celebrate The Showman Of Indian Cinema's 100th Birth Anniversary

ABP News  

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor on Sunday announced that a film festival showcasing restored movies of his grandfather, veteran filmmaker Raj Kapoor, will be held across the country to celebrate his birth centenary in December. Ranbir was in conversation with filmmaker Rahul Rawail at the 55th International Film Festival of India here to honour Raj Kapoor ahead of his 100th birth …

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Angelina Jolie brings the glamour in a brown chiffon dress as she arrives for the Venice Film Festival ahead of her Maria premiere
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Angelina Jolie brings the glamour in a brown chiffon dress as she arrives for the Venice Film Festival ahead of her Maria premiere

Daily Mail  

Her fans called her La Divina, the divine, and Maria Callas seemed to think so, too. She took it willingly, but with Callas effectively sedated, Onassis — whose ‘depraved’ sexual requests shocked even the notorious Paris brothel keeper Madame Claude — was able to sexually abuse the singer in demeaning ways, says her biographer, she wouldn’t have permitted if she …

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Sunny Deol to fans on 1 yr of 'Gadar 2': You made it a festival, transformed theatres into carnivals
4 months, 1 week ago

Sunny Deol to fans on 1 yr of 'Gadar 2': You made it a festival, transformed theatres into carnivals

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, Terming "Gadar 2" the "revolution" in his life, superstar Sunny Deol on Sunday thanked fans for showering love on the blockbuster film on its the one-year release anniversary. Sunny Deol to fans on 1 yr of 'Gadar 2': You made it a festival, transformed theatres into carnivals Also starring Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma, the Hindi film is a …

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Day of the dead: A celebration of life in Mexico
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Day of the dead: A celebration of life in Mexico

The Hindu  

The Day of the Dead combines the ancient Aztec custom of celebrating ancestors with All Souls’ Day, a holiday that Spanish invaders brought to Mexico starting in the early 1500s. The holiday, which is celebrated mostly in Mexico on November 1 and 2, is like a family reunion—except dead ancestors are the guests of honour. Just like how it is …

Mexico Festival Life Dead Ancestors
Film director Emir Kusturica has long-standing connection to China
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Film director Emir Kusturica has long-standing connection to China

China Daily  

Serbian director Emir Kusturica attends the 14th Beijing International Film Festival as a jury member last month. Interestingly, the renowned Serbian director Emir Kusturica, one of the few cinematic masters to have won awards at all of Europe's three top events — the Venice Film Festival, the Berlin International Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival — made his acting …

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The Hindu on Books | Remembering Gandhi, countdown to Jaipur Literary Festival and more
11 months ago

The Hindu on Books | Remembering Gandhi, countdown to Jaipur Literary Festival and more

The Hindu  

Welcome to this edition of The Hindu on Books Newsletter. Read about the sessions at The Hindu Lit Fest here In books this week, we interview Mary Beard, Professor Emerita of the Classics at Cambridge, and an expert on the Roman world, who will be addressing two sessions at the upcoming Jaipur Literary Festival from February 1-5, and Booker winner …

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In the cradle of mankind, a celebration of life
1 year, 2 months ago

In the cradle of mankind, a celebration of life

China Daily  

Annual event in Kenya reunites disparate communities Performers and the audience dance together on stage during the Turkana Tourism and Cultural Festival in Lodwar, Kenya, on Oct 12. The striking attire and tribal culture were presented at the just concluded Turkana Tourism and Cultural Festival at the Ekalees Cultural Centre in Lodwar to promote this dry county in northern Kenya …

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Diwali’s Delightful Entertainment: A Feast of Movies and Series Tailored for Family Fun
1 year, 2 months ago

Diwali’s Delightful Entertainment: A Feast of Movies and Series Tailored for Family Fun

The Hindu  

Coco Immerse yourself in the vibrant realm of “Coco,” a heartwarming animated story from Disney-Pixar. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah If you’re seeking a lighthearted series that encapsulates the essence of family, “Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah” is your top pick. Chhota Bheem For the young ones in the family, “Chhota Bheem” is an animated series that blends entertaining adventures …

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The Hindu launches mobile reading van ahead of Lit for Life festival
1 year, 10 months ago

The Hindu launches mobile reading van ahead of Lit for Life festival

The Hindu  

Chennai Corporation Commissioner Gagandeep Singh Bedi on Thursday flagged off a mobile reading van, launched by The Hindu, ahead of its annual literary festival, Lit For Life. This mobile reading van is expected to inculcate the habit of reading among students,” said Mr. Bedi. Since the mobile reading van will halt for long periods near neighbourhoods of less privileged children, …

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NCPA Brings the Magic of Jazz to Life; Jazz Festival 2022 to Feature Grammy-Nominated Artists
2 years, 1 month ago

NCPA Brings the Magic of Jazz to Life; Jazz Festival 2022 to Feature Grammy-Nominated Artists

News 18  

This year, the International Jazz Festival will be held at Mumbai’s National Centre for the Performing Arts, featuring performances by Grammy-nominated musicians and bands. Johanna Iser, a rising talent in the jazz world, will perform with the Thilo Wolf Jazz Quartett to close out the jazz festival. The International Jazz Festival will also feature Norbert Nagel, Christian Diener, and Jean …

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Happy Onam 2022: Wishes, Messages, Images, Quotes and WhatsApp Greetings in English and Malayalam to Share on Kerala's Harvest Festival
2 years, 3 months ago

Happy Onam 2022: Wishes, Messages, Images, Quotes and WhatsApp Greetings in English and Malayalam to Share on Kerala's Harvest Festival

News 18  

HAPPY ONAM 2022 WISHES QUOTES, STATUS, MESSAGES: Every year, Malayalis from all over the world celebrate Onam. May the colours and brightness of Onam fill your home and life with new energies and eternal happiness. On the happy occasion of Onam, may you have an abundance of joy in your life, good health and immense prosperity. On the joyous occasion …

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Magh Bihu 2022: Date, celebration, significance and wishes
2 years, 11 months ago

Magh Bihu 2022: Date, celebration, significance and wishes

India Today  

Makar Sankranti is the first major Hindu festival that is celebrated with different names in different states. Magh arrives in mid-January Kartik, which is observed in mid-October Magh Bihu 2022: Date Magh Bihu will be celebrated on January 15, 2022. Magh Bihu 2022: Time Sankranti moment on Magha Bihu will be 02:43 pm. Magh Bihu 2022: celebration On this day, …

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How to watch: The L.A. Times Festival of Books kicks off this weekend
4 years, 2 months ago

How to watch: The L.A. Times Festival of Books kicks off this weekend

LA Times  

Book lovers gather at a previous year’s Los Angeles Times Festival of Books. This year’s celebration of the written word will begin Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. with the help of L.A. Times columnist Patt Morrison, introducing the fest with USC’s President Dr. Carol L. Folt and Times President and Chief Operating Officer Chris Argentieri, featuring the USC Trojan Marching …

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