Santosh Davakhar Wins Silver Peacock for 'Gondhal' at IFFI

Santosh Davakhar was awarded the prestigious Silver Peacock for Best Director for his film 'Gondhal' at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The Marathi film, set against the backdrop of the ritualistic Gondhal dance in rural Maharashtra, captivated the jury with its Shakespearean narrative style. This accolade highlights Davakhar's ability to weave tradition and narrative precision into a cinematic masterpiece, enhancing 'Gondhal's' status on the international stage.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link