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Every CBFC-approved film must be released, rules SC in plea over ban of ‘Thug Life’ in Karnataka

The court said mobs shall not be allowed to create ruckus over the movie. It remarked against stopping release of the CBFC-approved film, adding people could choose not to watch it.

‘There’s no Phule without Brahmins,’ Anant Mahadevan dismisses Hindu Mahasangh’s claim

According to Hindu Mahasang, the trailer of Phule was degrading to the Brahmin community. They objected to a scene where a Brahmin boy throws cow dung at Savitribai.

‘Bengal becoming a lot like Kashmir’: What PIL opposing release of film The Diary of West Bengal said

Calcutta HC refused to stay movie's release, saying criticism is expected in a healthy democratic setup. CBFC informed judges it had not certified the trailer submitted by petitioner.

Biopic on Haryana’s ‘Kalidas’, 3 other movies — how state govt’s incentivising films on Haryanvi culture

In 2018, Khattar govt launched a policy to promote Haryanvi cinema. This was amended in 2022 to include subsidy of up to Rs 2 cr to filmmakers incorporating culture content related to state.

‘Reputation only jewel that can’t be bought’: Andhra HC quashes certificate to film on TDP, Chandrababu

Ruling came on TDP petition that claimed film Vyuham defamed many political leaders of the party and revolved around cases that are currently subjudice.

Higher penalties for piracy, new film ratings — key features of Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023

Changes to Cinematograph Act, 1952, have been in the works for years, with several panels studying draft and film industry raising concerns. Bill was finally passed in Parliament Monday.

‘Hindus tolerant, dissent a must for democracy’ — why Delhi court granted bail to Zubair

Court grants bail to AltNews co-founder Mohammad Zubair in case filed by Delhi Police over tweet that 'hurt religious sentiments'. Political parties are open to criticism, says judge.

‘A’ in Rajasthan but ‘U/A’ in Kerala: Film-makers want censorship to be sensitivity-centric

Representatives from various film bodies held a meeting with I&B Ministry to suggest changes in India's film certification process, including keeping pace with OTT.

Amendments to Cinematograph Act will give Modi govt a heckler’s veto to suppress films

An order from the govt asking for a review after CBFC has certified a film is a clear sign that the Centre wants to have a say in the decision-making process.

And, cut! — Modi govt’s new cinema bill a ‘super censor’. And Netflix no longer an oasis

From Haider to Tandav, India is no stranger to the ‘invisible hand’ in films and content. But the new Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill takes it a step further.

On Camera

Mass police resignations in Nepal signal deeper unrest. Internal govt running out of time

The on-ground observations remain pessimistic about the rise of a ‘Naya Nepal’ — a term that found prominence after the advent of democracy in the country in 2008 — following the abolishment of the monarchy.

Consumer Price Index gets up to date. Airfare, OTT plans, e-commerce prices in new basket—MoSPI secy

New CPI series will take 2024 as base year, will provide more accurate measure of inflation, spending on digital services. Expected to enhance representation and reliability, says Saurabh Garg.

Joint production, closer ties, emerging tech: The foundation of new defence pact between India & US

The agreement, signed after meeting between Rajnath and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on sidelines of ADMM-Plus in Kuala Lumpur, aims to deepen bilateral ties in the critical sector.

Trump’s trade wars have rewritten powerplay, but India didn’t get the memo

This world is being restructured and redrawn by one man, and what’s his power? It’s not his formidable military. It’s trade. With China, it turned on him.