Films

A Night of Glory: President Droupadi Murmu Confers 71st National Film Awards


President Droupadi Murmu honoured the finest talents of Indian cinema at the 71st National Film Awards, with legendary actor Mohanlal receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. The ceremony celebrated cinematic excellence, diversity, and emerging talent across India, showcasing how storytelling continues to shape the nation's cultural fabric.

National

Spotlight Workshop Champions Inclusive and Intersectional Disability Reporting in Indian Media


Rising Flame, in collaboration with the Government of India, UN agencies, and the Office of the State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Goa, hosted a media sensitisation workshop titled Spotlight on September 22, 2025. The event brought together media professionals to challenge outdated narratives and promote accurate, respectful, and rights-based reporting on disability.

Entertainment

HYBE Officially Launches HYBE India Entertainment in Mumbai, Marking Major Expansion into South Asia


Global entertainment powerhouse HYBE has officially launched its Indian subsidiary, HYBE India Entertainment Private Limited, headquartered in Mumbai. This marks the company's fifth international branch and a strategic move into one of the worldโ€™s largest music streaming markets.

Events in Goa

Celebrating Inclusion: International Week of the Deaf & Sign Languages at Caculo Mall


Caculo Mall, Panjim, hosted a vibrant three-day celebration for the International Week of the Deaf and the International Day of Sign Languages, featuring sign language awareness, cultural performances, and a pop-up market led by persons with disabilities. Organized in collaboration with the Goa government and Purple Fest 2025, the event was a step forward in accessibility and empowerment.

EduConnect

Goaโ€™s Social Science Faculty Empowered through Advanced Peer-Learning Workshop (Phase IV)


The Directorate of Higher Education, Goa, successfully concluded Phase IV of the โ€˜Faculty-to-Faculty Peer Learning in Social Sciencesโ€™โ€”an advanced research workshop designed to elevate the research proficiency of social science faculty. Held on September 18โ€“19, 2025, the event emphasized modern methodologies, peer collaboration, and evidence-based policy development.