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Indian High-School Drama Takes Sundance Film Festival by Storm with Award-Winning Performance

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PARK CITY, UTAH – An Indian high-school drama captured the hearts of audiences at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. The festival, known for celebrating independent cinema, featured a selection of 91 feature-length and episodic works, as well as 53 short films. Among them was “Girls Will Be Girls,” a remarkable debut by director Shuchi Talati. The film tells the story of Mira, a model student and the first female prefect at her Himalayan boarding school. Her life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious boy named Sri joins the school. As Mira’s relationship with Sri … Read more

Landmark Ruling: Indian Court Denies Early Release for Convicted Gang Rapists of Muslim Woman

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DELHI, INDIA – The Delhi High Court has overturned the early release of two men convicted in the gang-rape of a Muslim woman, according to the lawyer handling the case. The decision comes after significant public outrage and protests against the court’s earlier ruling. The incident occurred in January 2013 when the victim, a 23-year-old woman, was assaulted by a group of men while traveling on a public bus in Delhi. She died from her injuries less than two weeks later, triggering nationwide protests and global condemnation. The two men, who were juveniles at the … Read more

Kolkata Lawyer Chosen as Exclusive Indian Representative to Monitor Bangladesh Elections in the Commonwealth Team

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Kolkata, India – A prominent lawyer from Kolkata has been chosen as the sole Indian representative in a Commonwealth team overseeing the upcoming elections in Bangladesh. The lawyer, whose identity has not been disclosed, will serve as part of the team responsible for ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process in the country. This appointment highlights the international community’s commitment to upholding democratic principles and supporting free and fair elections. With the general elections in Bangladesh just around the corner, the presence of an Indian lawyer on the Commonwealth team signifies the importance of maintaining … Read more