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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
‘I Have Electric Dreams’ by Director Valentina Maurel explores complexities of family relationships and a teenager's passage into adulthood
The film neither idealises nor condemns the complexities of relationships: Nicolas Wong
#IFFIWood, 27 November 2022
"This is a film that explores the passage into adulthood, which is a process that is not just about getting older. It is a process that is so profound that sometimes it can break people in a certain way. The film is much more complex than a mere coming-of-age story", said Nicolas Wong, Cinematographer of the film I Have Electric Dreams, while addressing an 'IFFI Table Talks' session at the 53rd edition of the International Film Festival of India  in Goa today.
Being a portrayal of modern-age Costa-Rica’s culture and difficulties of adulthood, Nicolas said that the film can help people identify with stories from the other side of the world and at the same time connect with family values or feelings that are universal.
In telling Eva, the protagonist's story, Nicolas asserts that Director Valentina Maurel tries to present an honest portrait of the complexity of life, free of moral judgement. "Without passing moral judgement, the Director tries to bring the audience to examine their own positioning in such complex relationships through this film", said Nicolas Wong
When asked about the message the film will convey for the young generation, Nicolas stated that the film explores all the different shades of love and complicated aspects of growing up. Another key theme the film delves into is dealing with disparities in power dynamics with people you love. On the casting of Daniela Marin Navarro, 19 year old newcomer actress who played the protagonist ‘Eva’, Nicolas remarked that she has a very deep understanding of the screenplay and the character. ‘It came just naturally with her. She was very calm and wise’, he said.
Still from I Have Electric Dreams
Synopsis: Eva is strong willed 16-year-old girl who lives with her mother, her younger sister and their cat, but desperately wants to move in with her estranged father. Clinging onto him as he goes through a second adolescence, she balances between the tenderness and sensitivity of teenage life and the ruthlessness of the adult world. ‘I Have Electric Dreams’ captures the thin line between love and hate, in a world where aggression and rage intertwine with the vertigo of female sexual awakening.PIB IFFI CAST AND CREW | Gautam / Panthoibi / Darshana | IFFI 53 - 145
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Ministry of Defence
Successful Firing of The Brahmos Surface To Surface Missile at Trak Island
Indian Air Force BrahMos unit has successfully fired two Surface to Surface missiles at Trak Island in Andaman Nicobar group of islands on
21 & 22 Oct 19. The twin firings have been carried out by the IAF as a part of training mission. The BrahMos land attack cruise missiles engaged the designated mock targets close to300 Km away and achieved direct hit in both the cases. The launch was smooth and both the missiles followed the desired trajectory. The firing by IAF demonstrates the mobility and agility of IAF units to operationally deploy and launch at targets withpin-point accuracy.
IAF had previously successfully fired the land version of the BrahMos missile at Pokhran.
In addition, IAF had also recently successfully fired the air version of the BrahMos missile from its frontline Su-30MKI fighter aircraft in May 19 in the same area.
The 2.8 Mach BrahMos missile is a state-of-art supersonic cruise missile designed and developed by BAPL. The missile is ideally suited for launch from large stand-off ranges to engage fortified targets deep inside the enemy territory with precision.
The BrahMos missile provides Indian Air Force a much desired capability to strike from large stand-off ranges on any target at sea or on land with pinpoint accuracy by day or night and in all weather conditions. Supersonic speeds combined with capability to attack the assigned target in Single or Salvo mode ensures quicker target engagement with a high degree of assurance. The missile functions on the Fire and Forget principle with high accuracy.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
NHAI awarded Highest Length of Projects during FY 20-21 till date as compared to last three years during the same period
26 projects of 744 Km worth Rs. 31,000 Crore Awarded during Apr-Aug 2020
Despite challenges due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the National Highways Authority of India  has awarded highest length of projects during FY 2020-21 till date as compared to the projects awarded during same period in last three years. As per NHAI during April to August 2020, NHAI has awarded 26 projects of 744 km length as compared to 676 km in FY 2019-20, 368 km in FY-2018-19 and 504 km in FY 2017-18. Capital cost of these 26 projects is over Rs 31,000 crore, which includes cost of civil construction, land acquisition, and other pre- construction activities.
NHAI has set a target of awarding 4500 km of highway during current FY and is likely to exceed the same.
Despite lockdown and prevailing situation, NHAI took various initiatives to instill confidence in the bidders of the sector. To ease the liquidity crunch and ensure cash flow to the contractors, NHAI ensured that no payments are delayed due to closure of office and disbursed Rs. 10,000 crore during lockdown in March 2020 using digital platforms. In the first Qr. of current FY, NHAI disbursed more than Rs. 15,000 crore to the vendors. Additionally, steps such as monthly payments to the contractors were taken. Such moderations saw an encouraged participation from the bidders resulting in spiraling effect on the growth of the road sector.
With the increase in awards and expanding highway construction, NHAI has got a good beginning for a year marred by the global outbreak of the pandemic. NHAI is committed to develop the National Highways Infrastructure at a rapid pace and envisions providing safe, smooth, and seamless travel experience on National Highways.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Safety and Security of Journalists
The Central Government attaches highest importance to the safety and security to every citizen of the country including journalists. The existing laws for protection of citizens also cover journalists. ‘Police’ and ‘Public Order’ are State subjects under the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India.
Also the Press Council of India takes appropriate action on receipt of specific complaints from affected journalists. An advisory on safety of journalists has been issued to States/UTs on 20th October 2017, which is available at the Ministry of Home Affairs’ website viz. www.mha.gov.in.
This was stated by the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Hansraj Gangaram Ahir in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
REGARDING SETTING UP ETHANOL PLANT
Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies  make a combined estimate of the total requirement of ethanol for an Ethanol Supply Year  which is published as an Expression of Interest . Bidders are required to quote ethanol quantities which can be supplied by them against quarterly requirement of OMCs, location wise / feedstock category wise/ quarter wise in the quantity bid. Allocation of ethanol to the participating bidders is made on the basis of terms and conditions of the EoI. For locations where the requirement is not met, the balance quantity is met through next EoI cycles till the requirement is covered.
Since 2014, Government has taken several measures to increase production and utilization of ethanol in the country which includes permitting procurement of ethanol produced from other non-food feedstock besides molasses, such as cellulosic and lignocelluloses materials like cotton stalk, wheat straw, rice straw, bagasse, bamboo etc. including petrochemical route, subject to meeting the relevant BIS standards; allowing use of sugarcane and food grains  for conversion to ethanol; administered price mechanism for procurement of ethanol under the Ethanol Blended Petrol  Programme including enhanced ex-mill price; lowered GST rate to 5% on ethanol for EBP Programme; amendment in Industries  Act for free movement of ethanol across states for blending, interest subvention schemes for enhancement and expansion of ethanol distillation capacity, Long Term Offtake Agreements  for setting up Dedicated Ethanol Plants  in ethanol deficit states etc.
A total of 47 ethanol projects in the state of Bihar have been approved under various ethanol interest subvention scheme notified by the Govt. from July, 2018 to April, 2022 out of which 7 projects are molasses based, 32 grain based and 8 dual feed.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Shri Rameswar Teli, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
PIB Headquarters
PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- 193.83 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- India's Active caseload currently stands at 21,177
- Active cases stand at 0.05%
- Recovery Rate currently at 98.74%
- 2,363 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,26,22,757
- 4,041 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
- Daily positivity rate 
- Weekly Positivity Rate 
- 85.17 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 4,25,379 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
#Unite2FightCorona #IndiaFightsCorona
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Government of India
Special Service and Features
State Finance Audit Report handed over to the Governor of Tamil Nadu
In accordance with Article 151  of the Constitution of India, the Comptroller and Auditor General of India is required to forward his Audit Report on the Accounts of the Government of Tamil Nadu to the Hon’ble Governor, who causes it to be laid on the table of the State Legislature.
Accordingly, the State Finance Audit Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, Government of Tamil Nadu for the year ended 31 March 2020, was handed over to the Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu on 17.09.2021 for laying before the State Legislative Assembly.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Conference to deliberate critical need for G20 Countries in the area of energy
Delegates from all G20 countries will discuss 21st Century challenges related to energy materials & devices; solar energy utilisation and photovoltaic technology; and materials and processes for green energy at the G20 RIIG Conference on “Materials for Sustainable Energy” scheduled to take place at Ranchi during 2-3 March 2023.
The Conference will elaborate on the critical need for G20 Countries and participating International Organisations  in the area of energy and recommend a future roadmap for G20 cooperation and is expected to build partnerships and knowledge sharing. The theme is in line with various Indian and G20 nations’ thrust on alternative energy sources for a green environment.
Chaired by Dr Srivari Chandrasekhar, Secretary DST and RIIG Chair and coordinated by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research , the conference will encompass inaugural, technical and valedictory sessions, a plenary lecture on “Strategy towards Low-Carbon Transition Driving India towards Net-Zero” and a Panel Discussion.
About 25 foreign delegates from all G20 countries including EU and International Organisations such as International Solar Alliance, are expected to participate in the Conference. About 35 top subject experts are also expected to participate in the Conference as special invitees from various scientific departments/ organisations of Govt. of India and Indian industry. Some of the most eminent experts in the subject area will also be sharing their views during the conference.
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Ministry of Defence
India and Malaysia decide to enhance defence cooperation
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh holds video conference with his Malaysian counterpart
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh held a Video Conference with Senior Defence Minister of Malaysia, YB Dato 'Seri HishammuddinTun Hussein on June 27, 2022. A wide range of issues concerning bilateral, regional and defence industrial cooperation were discussed during the meeting.
Raksha Mantri congratulated Dato 'Seri HishammuddinTun Hussein for assuming the office of the Senior Defence Minister in August, 2021. Both Ministers expressed the intent to further boost the already strong India-Malaysia Defence cooperation.
The two Ministers discussed the existing defence cooperation activities and framework, and ways to further enhance them under the existing Malaysia India Defence Cooperation Meeting  framework. The next MIDCOM is scheduled to held in July 2022, and it was decided to use this platform for a deeper engagement in defence.
Shri Rajnath Singh highlighted the areas in which Indian Defence industries could assist Malaysia. He suggested a visit of senior officers from Malaysia to India to get a first-hand experience of the facilities and products of Indian Defence industry.
The Malaysian Senior Defence Minister expressed the need for inducting women personnel in peace keeping missions. Both sides agreed to engage each other on this issue. It was also agreed to upgrade capability for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief  operations.
Raksha Mantri also invited Senior Defence Minister of Malaysia to visit India at an early convenient date to discuss closer and strategic defence ties.
Ministry of Science & Technology
INAE invites nominations for Innovative Student Projects Award 2020
The last date for the receipt of nominations is August 31, 2020
Indian National Academy of Engineering , an autonomous institute of the Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, has invited nominations for the Innovative Student Projects Award 2020.
The nominations are invited for the Innovative Student Projects Award 2020. Projects of students from three categories are eligible for participation -- Final Year  B.E, B.Tech or B.Sc.  projects completed up to July 31, 2020, for the academic year 2019-2020, M.E. or M.Tech, M.Sc.  thesis examined from July 1, 2019, up to July 31, 2020, during the academic year 2019-2020 and Ph.D. thesis examined and accepted/recommended for Award from June 1, 2019, up to May 31, 2020.
INAE instituted the Innovative Student Projects award in 1998 to identify innovative and creative research projects undertaken by the students at any of the three stages of tertiary engineering education, namely undergraduate, post-graduate and doctoral levels in engineering institutions. The award particularly encourages joint projects among industry, research laboratories, and academic institutions. The endeavour is meant to encourage young talent and accord recognition and incentives to them. Though the response to the award during the last twenty-two years has been quite encouraging, the Academy earnestly wishes to reach out to a wider cross-section of the community and profession.
The nominations are required to be sent by Principal, Deans, Heads, Registrar or Director of Engineering College or Institution where the candidate has carried out his project/thesis for the award of degree and not through the organization where the candidate is presently working. The nominations are invited for project/thesis pertaining to the Bachelors's, Masters or Doctoral level from the engineering College/Institutions. The last date for the receipt of nominations is August 31, 2020.
Ministry of Defence
AFSCB Adjudged as the “Best Company Promoting Sports  2020” at FICCI India Sports Awards 2020
In the official notification received from FICCI, Air Force Sports Control Board  has been annotated as the winner in the category of “Best Company Promoting Sports  2020”.
AFSB has been conferred with this prestigious award on 08 Dec 20 by the eminent jury of FICCI India Sports Awards 2020 that was chaired by Justice Mudgal. The award function took place virtually through video conferencing on 08 Dec 2020 and Air Commodore Ashutosh Chaturvedi, Chairman, AFSCB received the prestigious award from the President FICCI.
FICCI has acknowledged that IAF has indeed been a true inspiration for other organisations in actively promoting sports, hoping to further motivate sports personnel to achieve newer heights & getting more laurels to the nation.
Earlier the AFSCB was also conferred with ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ by the Hon’ble President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind on 28 Aug 2020 for ‘Employment of Sports Persons and Sports Welfare measures’ for its contribution towards development of a sporting environment across the country.
IAF Sports has made significant progress at the National and International arena and won medals at Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, and World Cup/World Championships thus bringing accolades for the country. It is pertinent to mention that three air warriors have already qualified for the Tokyo Olympics 2021.
Competition Commission of India
CCI approves acquisition of shareholding of Tower Vision India Private Limited by Ascend Telecom Infrastructure Private Limited and GIP EM Ascend 2 Pte. Ltd.
The Competition Commission of India  approves the acquisition of shareholding of Tower Vision India Private Limited by Ascend Telecom Infrastructure Private Limited and GIP EM Ascend 2 Pte. Ltd.
The proposed combination pertains to acquisition Ascend Telecom Infrastructure Private Limited  and GIP EM Ascend 2 Pte. Ltd.   of 100 percent of the shareholding of Tower Vision India Private Limited  .
Acquirers
The Acquirers are entirely owned by funds/investment vehicles managed by entities that are ultimately controlled by Global Infrastructure Management LLC . Ascend is engaged in providing passive telecommunication infrastructure services through towers in India while GIP EM is presently not engaged in any business operations.
Target
The Target is controlled by Tower Vision Mauritius Limited and is engaged in the provision of passive telecommunication infrastructure services through towers in India.
Detailed order of the CCI will follow.
Ministry of Finance
Constitution of Task Force for drafting a New Direct Tax Legislation
During the Rajaswa Gyan Sangam held on 1st and 2nd September, 2017, the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had observed that the Income-tax Act, 1961  was drafted more than 50 years ago and it needs to be re-drafted. Accordingly, in order to review the Act and to draft a new Direct Tax Law in consonance with economic needs of the country, the Government has constituted a Task Force with the following Members:
 Shri Arbind Modi, Member , CBDT - Convener
 Shri Girish Ahuja, practicing Chartered Accountant and non-official Director, State Bank of India;
 Shri Rajiv Memani, Chairman & Regional Managing Partner of E&Y;
 Shri Mukesh Patel, Practicing Tax Advocate, Ahmedabad;
 Ms. Mansi Kedia, Consultant, ICRIER, New Delhi;
 Shri G.C. Srivastava, Retd. IRS  and Advocate.
Dr. Arvind Subramanian, Chief Economic Adviser  will be a permanent Special Invitee in the Task Force.
The Terms of Reference of the Task Force is to draft an appropriate Direct Tax Legislation keeping in view:
 The direct tax system prevalent in various countries,
 The international best practices.
 The economic needs of the country and
 Any other matter connected thereto.
The Task Force shall set its own procedures for regulating its work and shall submit its report to the Government within six months.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
220.66 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
883 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 11,393
Active cases stand at 0.03%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.79%
2,661 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,44,39,965
1,021 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
92.89 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 1,31,172 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
Ministry of MSME conducting a National Level Awareness Programme  2020 across the Country 
 2020 from February 17, 2020 to February 28, 2020. The main objective of NLAP is to spread awareness about the schemes and activities undertaken by the Ministry and its attached organisations - Office of Development Commissioner , Khadi & Village Industries Commission, Coir Board, National Small Industries Corporation Limited, National Institute of MSME, MSME Technology Centres, and Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Industrialization.
A total of 126field offices of the Ministry and its organisations are conducting the awareness programmes across the country to disseminate information amongst students of colleges and educational institutes. During the fortnight awareness drive will be conducted in more than 600 colleges covering almost 60,000 students from all parts of the country.
Through the awareness programme, an attempt is being made by the Ministry of MSME to encourage students/ youth to take up entrepreneurship as their career. Interactive sessionsare being held with the students, taking up their queries, doubts about the schemes, and programmes as well as providing solutions to their enquiries. Along with the interactive sessions, the students are also shown audio-video films and presentation on the activities of the Ministry and its organisations, as well as provided details of schemes implemented by the Ministry.
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National Awareness Programme at PPDC, Agra, Uttar Pradesh
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National Awareness Programme at SKBR College by Regional Coir Board office, Amalapuram, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh
Ministry of Defence
DRDO successfully flight-tests indigenously developed MPATGM for minimum range
- Low weight, fire and forget Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile
- Miniaturised Infrared Imaging seeker
- Major boost to Army and AatmaNirbhar Bharat
- Raksha Mantri congratulates DRDO
In a major boost towards AatmaNirbhar Bharat and strengthening of Indian Army, Defence Research and Development Organisation  successfully flight-tested indigenously developed low weight, fire and forget Man Portable Antitank Guided Missile  on July 21, 2021. The missile was launched from a man portable launcher integrated with thermal site and the target was mimicking a tank. The missile hit the target in direct attack mode and destroyed it with precision. The test has validated the minimum range successfully. All the mission objectives were met. The missile has already been successfully flight tested for the maximum range.
The missile is incorporated with state-of-the-art Miniaturized Infrared Imaging Seeker along with advanced avionics. The test brings the development of indigenous third generation man portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile close to completion.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has congratulated DRDO and the Industry for the successful test. Secretary Department of Defence R&D and Chairman DRDO Dr G Satheesh Reddy congratulated the team for the successful test.
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