News for 'Television Institute'

Another Pune institute receives 'explosive' parcel and threat letter

Another Pune institute receives 'explosive' parcel and threat letter

Rediff.com10 May 2016

The Department of Communication and Journalism located in Ranade Institute building in Deccan area here, got the packet, with content similar to what was found in the FTII parcel on Saturday.

'India Has Changed So Much'

'India Has Changed So Much'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

'I don't feel like going back to India, to the old Delhi that I grew up in. Because the place doesn't exist anymore.'

Indian Film Makes HISTORY At Cannes

Indian Film Makes HISTORY At Cannes

Rediff.com26 May 2024

'Thank you to the Cannes Film Festival for having our film here. Please don't wait 30 years to have another Indian film.'

'Salman Has A Really Soft Corner For His Dad'

'Salman Has A Really Soft Corner For His Dad'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'Salman wanted to do the interview properly. That's why he was nervous, you know, that dad should be happy.'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

'Can We In Our Businesses Set An Example?'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial units, ought to really focus on what we can really do to make the world a safer place, maybe 50 or 100 years from now.' 'For instance, how can we deal with climate change and global warming, right now?' 'The effects of it may not be felt now; in fact, we may pay a price for it today, but it will help the generations to follow.'

'On the way, he suffered a heart attack'

'On the way, he suffered a heart attack'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Satish Kaushik passed away following a heart attack early Thursday morning, said his close friend and industry colleague Anupam Kher.

'When It Happened To Me, I Was Shocked'

'When It Happened To Me, I Was Shocked'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2024

'I have had my share of unpleasant situations being a woman, like so many other actors have gone through.' 'I took it in my stride because I knew it happens.' 'What saved me was what my mother used to say: Education.'

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff's Wave Rider Retires!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.

India's Neighbourhood First Policy Crumbling

India's Neighbourhood First Policy Crumbling

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The fundamental construct of India's neighbourhood policy still needs to be what Vajpayee postulated, Manmohan Singh embraced, and Modi energised. It's just that we need to junk domestic politics and excessive religiosity, while acquiring much humility and a renewed respectfulness towards our neighbours, recommends Shekhar Gupta.

'The Hope Is About Friendship'

'The Hope Is About Friendship'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

'Hope is about being more accepting of each other, the kind of solidarity and friendship that even our families may not be able to give.'

The Man We Love To Hate In Yodha

The Man We Love To Hate In Yodha

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

'Everybody has their bit of struggles and learnings. It will only end when you stop breathing.'

Nitish To Hold Sway Over BJP

Nitish To Hold Sway Over BJP

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

With Nitish Kumar on its side, a BJP-led government may feel increased pressure to conduct a nationwide caste-based census.

'You Can Feel Buddha's Teaching In Ladakhi Culture'

'You Can Feel Buddha's Teaching In Ladakhi Culture'

Rediff.com17 May 2024

'I have nostalgia for Ladakhi culture, which is common to both Muslims and Buddhists.' 'It is kind of a Buddhist way of life. You are compassionate and nice to each other.' 'You are good human beings.'

Press freedom must, says HC; gives bail to Republic TV scribe

Press freedom must, says HC; gives bail to Republic TV scribe

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Santu Pan, who works for Republic Bangla news channel, was arrested on February 19 on the basis of a complaint by a woman alleging that he had trespassed into her house in Sandeshkhali.

'Manthan Never Looked As Good As It Does Now'

'Manthan Never Looked As Good As It Does Now'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

'The problems that the film explores still remain. It was a different time when we made the film. We were young and we thought we could change the world.'

How hosting Euro 2024 could impact the German economy

How hosting Euro 2024 could impact the German economy

Rediff.com14 May 2024

An overview of how the tournament could give it a welcome boost...

Reliance, Tata on TIME's list of world's most influential companies

Reliance, Tata on TIME's list of world's most influential companies

Rediff.com30 May 2024

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries and Tata Group have made it to the prestigious TIME's list of 100 World's Most Influential Companies of 2024. TIME called Reliance 'India's Juggernaut'. This is the second time that Reliance has found its way into the TIME list. Jio Platforms, the firm that holds digital properties of the conglomerate, was included in the inaugural TIME 100 Most Influential Companies List of 2021. Serum Institute is the other Indian company on the list.

'When innocent children die...': Modi to Putin on Ukraine war

'When innocent children die...': Modi to Putin on Ukraine war

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told Russian President Vladimir Putin that a solution to the Ukraine conflict is not possible on the battlefield and peace efforts do not succeed in the midst of bombs and bullets even as he flagged concerns over a missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv.

The Mystery of ZEE and DIIs

The Mystery of ZEE and DIIs

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Why are DIIs holding such a high stake in Zee, which is beset with alleged governance issues? Perhaps they think Zee is a deep-value stock, observes Debashis Basu.

Educational institutions increase ad spend

Educational institutions increase ad spend

Rediff.com18 Jul 2007

Educational institutions led advertising with 68 per cent share in Jan-May '07, followed by coaching centres with a 15 per cent share.

RIL-Disney 'game-changing' deal gets a thumbs-up from analysts

RIL-Disney 'game-changing' deal gets a thumbs-up from analysts

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Analysts have given a thumbs up to the Reliance Industries (RIL) and Walt Disney Co. (Disney) proposed a joint venture (JV). The stock of the Mukesh Ambani-controlled company gained nearly 1.5 per cent on Thursday to Rs 2,952 levels as compared to the S&P BSE Sensex that traded marginally weak, down 0.2 per cent to 72,172 levels in intra-day trades.

Why Congress Did A U-Turn On Boycotting Exit Poll TV Debates

Why Congress Did A U-Turn On Boycotting Exit Poll TV Debates

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

24 hours was all it took for the Congress to overturn its decision to boycott the TV debates on the exit poll results. Sudhir Bisht offers an explanation.

Study filmmaking; participate in a finance fest and more

Study filmmaking; participate in a finance fest and more

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

Study the nuances of filmmaking at the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune or participate in the annual Finance Fest in Delhi. Read on for details

Will Anupam Kher make a good FTII chief?

Will Anupam Kher make a good FTII chief?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2017

He replaced Gajendra Chauhan, whose tenure began on a controversial note.

'This film makes you become patient'

'This film makes you become patient'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

'Usually, we are always worried that we are missing out something in life.' 'We are very keen for the audience to have this as a cinema experience in theatres.' 'You get the rare chance to be patient.'

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

Fali Sam Nariman: Indian judiciary's 'Bhishma Pitamah' who minced no words

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Away from the courtroom and legal circles, Nariman was a familiar figure for residents of Hauz Khas who would see him walk regularly, even in the cold winter months of December and January.

'Why can't the Modi government answer questions?'

'Why can't the Modi government answer questions?'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

'Till today, we don't know how many people died of Covid in India.' 'How many migrated from cities to villages during the Covid pandemic?' 'How many corporates contributed to PM Cares?'

'You don't need a face to match Modi'

'You don't need a face to match Modi'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

'What you need is a credible Opposition, a credible platform to persuade people to believe that it can replace this government.'

26-year-old Indian doctoral student shot dead inside car in US

26-year-old Indian doctoral student shot dead inside car in US

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Adlakha was transported to UC Medical Center where he was in critical condition and was pronounced dead two days later.

Why Is The BJP Talking About Stability?

Why Is The BJP Talking About Stability?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

'What should surprise BJP supporters is Modi's call for 'stability' at the manifesto launch, a theme that he and his team members had not touched ahead of the Lok Sabha polls in 2014 and 2019.' 'The last time the party called for 'stability at the Centre' was in 1998 and 1999,' recalls N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'There is no scope for any doubt. This was a scheme designed to enrich the ruling party.'

Alert: PG diplomas in film-making

Alert: PG diplomas in film-making

Rediff.com7 Jul 2004

Alert: PG diplomas in film-making

Too much television is not good for infants

Too much television is not good for infants

Rediff.com14 Jan 2009

Kids as young as two should not be allowed to watch too much television, for it can do more harm than good to their ongoing development, according to a leading child expert.

Debu Bhattacharyya: Making it through movies

Debu Bhattacharyya: Making it through movies

Rediff.com20 Sep 2007

Debu Bhattacharyya, CEO of Theme Entertainment, describes the documentary film industry in India. He will represent India in the International Young Film Entrepreneur of the Year award in the UK this October.

With BJP Joining In, Is 'Revdi Culture' here to stay?

With BJP Joining In, Is 'Revdi Culture' here to stay?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Modi's BJP has promised more revdis or freebies for these assembly elections than ever before, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

'All Good Things Start With Ghee'

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

'I always say you really cannot own a recipe.' 'In India, where, we have been cooking for thousands of years, how can you put a finger and say, 'This is mine'?'

India's Top Social Media Influencers

India's Top Social Media Influencers

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

In a nation of 1.4 billion people, where a potential new creator is born every second, we pick 25 influencers who have ruled social media this year.

Students protest outside Delhi Police HQ after JNU violence

Students protest outside Delhi Police HQ after JNU violence

Rediff.com5 Jan 2020

The protesters raised slogans and demanded that police leave the JNU campus.

India erupts in celebrations as Chandrayaan-3 lands on Moon's south pole

India erupts in celebrations as Chandrayaan-3 lands on Moon's south pole

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

People gathered in educational institutions, offices, city squares and religious places to watch the Indian Space Research Organisation's live telecast of Chandrayaan-3's final descent to the uncharted surface of the lunar south pole.

FTII students to end hunger strike if...

FTII students to end hunger strike if...

Rediff.com26 Sep 2015

The students said they would withdraw their hunger strike to pave way for a dialogue with the government if the I&B ministry confirmed a date for talks to resolve their demands including removal of actor Gajendra Chauhan from the institute's chairmanship.