Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

Filmmaker Sudhanshu Saria’s film “Sanaa,” starring Radhika Madan, is scheduled to have its Australian premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) in 2023. The movie, both written and directed by Saria, has already been screened at prestigious global film festivals such as the Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, and Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Saria expressed his pride in the widespread acceptance of “Sanaa” by audiences worldwide. He stated, “It’s been phenomenal taking ‘Sanaa’ to audiences in all parts of the world, and we are all so excited to meet our audience in…

Moksha Roy, a seven-year-old Indian-origin schoolgirl, has been honored with the British Prime Minister’s Points of Light award for her remarkable efforts as the world’s youngest sustainability advocate. At the age of three, she began volunteering for a United Nations’ initiative against microplastic pollution, and since then, she has been actively involved in various sustainability campaigns, including raising funds to support underprivileged children. Deputy British Prime Minister Oliver Dowden presented the award to Moksha last week, praising her dedication to championing UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Her advocacy has influenced her school to eliminate the use of plastic glitter, confetti,…

Wisconsin State Governor Tony Evers has appointed two Indian Americans, Masood Akhtar and Kamaljit Kaur Jackson, to the State’s Green Ribbon Commission. The Commission was established in April to offer guidance on Wisconsin’s Green Innovation Fund, which represents the state’s first environmental and clean energy fund. Masood Akhtar is the founder of CleanTech Partners (CTP), an organization that promotes the commercialization of energy-saving and renewable energy technologies. He has an impressive track record in the energy sector, having facilitated a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the US Department of Energy (DOE) and Wisconsin, aimed at promoting energy efficiency in…

The highly anticipated film and the talk of the town, “Dum Biryani” reached a crescendo as the grand preview was organized for the media and industry men, leaving them awestruck. Mr. Aniket Badame, the Director-Writer-Producer of “Dum Biryani” unveiled his latest project with the media men yesterday in PVR Icon, Versova in a rather grand event along with his cast and crew. Mr. Badame deals with the hard-hitting issue of terrorism as a Writer-Director and Producer of “Dum Biryani” with a fresh approach. He has also dealt with sensitive matter with such a unique approach making his work stand out.…

According to the latest Henley Passport Index, India has climbed to the 80th position, indicating a positive trend in global mobility. This advancement has broadened travel opportunities for Indians, as they can now enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 57 destinations worldwide. The Henley Passport Index, originally developed by Dr. Christian H. Kaelin, is a trusted indicator of global mobility. It uses real-time data from the International Air Transport Authority (IATA) and covers 199 passports and 227 travel destinations, providing valuable insights into the strength and mobility of passports worldwide. India’s journey in the Henley Passport Index has been dynamic,…

Considering the prevailing Covid-19 situation, the Union Health Ministry issued updated guidelines for international travelers concerning COVID-19 on July 19. Effective from July 20 at 12:00 AM (IST), the previous mandate for RT-PCR testing of a random 2% subset of international travelers arriving in India has been lifted. However, the precautionary measures previously advised for airlines and international travelers in the context of Covid-19 will remain in place. The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare remains vigilant in monitoring the Covid-19 scenario.

Amrapali Gan, also known as Ami Gan, will be stepping down from her position as CEO of OnlyFans after serving in this role for two and a half years. OnlyFans, renowned for being a creator-subscription platform primarily focused on adult content, will now have Keily Blair, the current chief strategy and operations officer, taking over as the new CEO. Expressing her thoughts on Twitter, Gan shared that her time at OnlyFans, during which the platform gained widespread recognition, has been incredibly fulfilling. During her tenure, she achieved significant milestones for the business, including prioritizing platform safety, expanding its global presence,…

Discussions revolving around enduring style would be incomplete without acknowledging the influential presence of Audrey Hepburn. Her lasting legacy encompasses a simplistic yet refined sense of fashion. Recently, Aditi Rao Hydari paid homage to Hepburn’s minimalist elegance with remarkable resemblance in her latest Instagram post. In the post, the actress shares a captivating photoshoot donning a strapless white dress designed by John Paul Ataker. Accentuating the outfit, she chose to accessorize solely with white elements, including Louboutin shoes, earrings from Soni Sapphire, and wrist-length gloves. Hydari’s hair was elegantly tied up, drawing attention to her bangs, reminiscent of Hepburn’s iconic…

Mintec, a prominent company specializing in market intelligence and pricing solutions for the agri-food sector, has named Vinay Kapoor as their new chief product officer. Vinay’s vast experience in developing high-tech software products and leading teams will be crucial in driving Mintec’s product strategy and fostering innovation. With over 20 years of progressive experience in building user-friendly SaaS products and cultivating strong customer relationships, Vinay’s expertise in scaling product teams both in startups and large corporations will greatly contribute to Mintec’s journey of expanding their product offerings and growing their market presence, according to a company statement. In his new…

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), an official agency focused on promoting American jobs through facilitating U.S. exports, has appointed Indian American business experts to its advisory subcommittees. These subcommittees include the Council on Climate, Council on China Competition, Council on Advancing Women in Business, and Council on Small Business. Pavneet Singh, CEO of Infobalize and former member of the National Security and Economic Councils in the Obama administration, has joined the Council on China Competition. This committee aims to enhance U.S. leadership in relation to China and support American innovation and employment through competitive export finance. Nava…