Karan Johar to headline Marrakech International Film Festival’s ‘Conversation’ series, Homebound set for gala screening*

 *Karan Johar to headline Marrakech International Film Festival’s ‘Conversation’ series, Homebound set for gala screening*

Karan Johar is set to represent Indian cinema at the Marrakech International Film Festival, joining the festival’s prestigious Conversation series - an honour reserved for some of the most influential voices in global filmmaking. This year’s lineup features names like Bong Joon Ho, Guillermo del Toro, Andrew Dominik, Laurence Fishburne, and Jodie Foster, placing Karan in truly rare company.

Adding to the moment, his globally acclaimed film Homebound has been selected for a gala screening at the festival. It’s a strong acknowledgement of the filmmaker’s evolving global footprint and the film’s growing international acclaim.

स्वतःचे आकाश शोधायला निघालेल्या 'कैरी'ची गोष्ट, पॉवरपॅक्ड मराठी कलाकारांच्या लक्षवेधी भूमिका, 'कैरी' सिनेमा येत्या १२ डिसेंबरपासून चित्रपटगृहात*

 *स्वतःचे आकाश शोधायला निघालेल्या 'कैरी'ची गोष्ट, पॉवरपॅक्ड मराठी कलाकारांच्या लक्षवेधी भूमिका,  'कैरी' सिनेमा येत्या १२ डिसेंबरपासून चित्रपटगृहात*

आजकाल कोणत्या सिझनला काय काय बदल होतील सांगता येत नाही. हिवाळ्यात पाऊस, पावसाळ्यात गरमी हे सार सुरुच आहे. इतकंच काय आता तर मार्च -मेदरम्यान येणारी कैरीही डिसेंबरमध्ये पाहायला मिळणार आहे. ऐकून तुम्हीही गोंधळात ना?, हो. ‘कैरी’ हा मराठमोळा सिनेमा येत्या १२ डिसेंबरला संबंध महाराष्ट्रात प्रदर्शित होत आहे. नुकतंच या सिनेमाचं पोस्टर समोर आलं असून चित्रपटाची प्रदर्शनाची तारीख जाहीर करण्यात आली आहे. चित्रपटाच्या चित्रीकरणापासूनच या चित्रपटाची उत्सुकता होती. नॅशनल अवॉर्ड विनिंग दिग्दर्शक शंतनू गणेश रोडे यांचा रोमँटिक थ्रिलर ‘कैरी' हा सिनेमा येत्या १२ डिसेंबरला  प्रदर्शित होणार आहे. या सिनेमातून रोमँटिक थ्रिलर असा नेमका कोणता प्रवास पाहायला मिळणार याची उत्सुकता लागून राहिली आहे. 

'कैरी' या चित्रपटात सायली संजीव, सुबोध भावे, सिद्धार्थ जाधव, शशांक केतकर, अरुण नलावडे, सुलभा आर्या हे कलाकार मुख्य भूमिकेत असल्याचे दिसतंय. दिग्दर्शक शंतनू रोडे पॉवरपॅक्ड  कलाकारांना ‘कैरी’ या चित्रपटातून प्रेक्षकांच्या भेटीस घेऊन आले आहेत. इतकंच नाहीतर या चित्रपटात सायली संजीव आणि सिद्धार्थ जाधव पहिल्यांदाच एकत्र स्क्रीन शेअर करताना दिसणार आहेत.

‘कैरी' या चित्रपटाची निर्मिती ‘९१ फिल्म स्टुडिओज’ अंतर्गत झाली आहे. या स्टुडिओने बऱ्याच भाषांमध्ये चित्रपटांची निर्मिती केली आहे. त्यात ‘लोच्या झाला रे’ आणि ‘शेर शिवराज’ या दोन ब्लॉकबस्टर व्यावसायिक अशा मराठी चित्रपटांचा समावेश आहे. तर ‘कैरी’ हा त्यांचा तिसरा सिनेमा आहे. शिवाय ‘कैरी’ हा सिनेमा इन असोसिएशन विथ ‘अमेय विनोद खोपकर एंटरटेंमेंट’चा आहे.  तर ‘कैरी’ चित्रपटाची निर्मिती नवीन चंद्रा, नंदिता राव कर्नाड, स्वाती खोपकर, निनाद नंदकुमार बत्तीन यांनी केली आहे. तसेच तबरेझ पटेल हे या चित्रपटाचे सहनिर्माते आहेत. 'कैरी'चे लेखन स्वरा मोकाशी यांनी केले आहे. तर चित्रपटाचे छायांकन प्रदीप खानविलकर यांचे आहे. आणि चित्रपटाच्या संकलनाची जबाबदारी मनीष शिर्के यांनी सांभाळली आहे. तसेच,  चित्रपटाला संगीत दिलंय ‘निषाद गोलांबरे’ आणि ‘पंकज पडघन’ यांनी; तर पार्श्वसंगीत दिलंय ‘साई पियूष’ यांनी. 

दिग्दर्शक शंतनू रोडे यांच्या ‘कैरी’ या सिनेमात आपल्याला रोमँटिक थ्रिलर असे कोणते ट्विस्ट अँड टर्न पाहायला मिळणार आहेत याची उत्सुकता या पोस्टरने वाढविली आहे. येत्या १२ डिसेंबरला हा सिनेमा संपूर्ण महाराष्ट्रात प्रदर्शित होणार आहे.

Scrap key to India's steel decarbonisation efforts: mjunction’s steel conference

 Scrap key to India's steel decarbonisation efforts: mjunction’s steel conference

Mumbai, November 13: Steel scrap is emerging as the key input for green steel, speakers at the 12th Indian Steel Markets Conference said.

"Steel is one of the few materials that can be recycled infinitely without losing its strength or quality. That makes it not only the backbone of industrial growth, but also of sustainability. India today consumes around 42 million tonnes of scrap annually, and this figure is rising by over 6% year-on-year. Nearly 9 million tonnes of scrap is imported into the country every year," Vinaya Varma, Managing Director, mjunction services limited said at the opening session of the two-day 12th Indian Steel Markets Conference organised by mjunction services limited kicked off here today. 

In line with global concern of decarbonising the steel sector, theme of the conference this year is the “Indian Steel Value Chain – Recycle. Reshape. Innovate. Sustain.”

"Sustainability is no longer optional but strategic," said, Syed Jawed Ahmed, Executive Director, SAIL detailing how the public sector company is embracing sustainability and creating capabilities to meet evolving green steel norms.

Sourcing scrap remains a key concern for India as demand for steel continues to rise.

"While government capex is driving 60% of steel usage, India's young and growing population is also generating demand," Girishkumar Kadam, Senior Vice President & Group Head, Corporate Sector Ratings, ICRA, said.

As steel demand and production rises, the sector is facing raw material sourcing challenges.

Import of coking coal is going to be expensive in long run while aggressive bidding for iron ore mines is driving up domestic iron ore costs, according to Sandeep Kumar, Vice President, Raw Materials, Tata Steel.

Beyond decarbonisation, the conference seeks to deliver deep insights into the volatile global and domestic landscape, critical policy shifts, evolving trade dynamics, and the imperative for sustainable practices that are reshaping the industry and driving the dialogue on India’s ambitious steel growth trajectory.

mjunction enabling organised Scrap Procurement: 

For over two decades, mjunction has been a leading player in the organized scrap trade, handling materials from Auto OEMs, EPC sites, P&M units, and various industrial sources. As a pioneer in facilitating sales from Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities (RVSFs), mjunction has also been actively sourcing scrap for organized buyers for the past six years, Mr Varma said.

To bridge the gap between demand and supply, mjunction has built an AI-driven digital platform supported by an experienced team of scrap procurement professionals. This platform provides structured market access to buyers while ensuring compliance with environmental, legal, and commercial standards. Over 250+ GST-compliant suppliers have been onboarded across 120+ ocations, strengthening the network’s reach and reliability.  

mjunction has delivered 1.2 million tonnes of scrap over the past three years to major Integrated Steel Plants (ISPs) across 15 states. It has managed logistics for 37,000+ vehicles and 64+ rail rakes, ensuring seamless end-to-end coordination, Mr Varma added.

Photo Caption: (L-R): Vinaya Varma, MD & CEO, mjunction; Subhendu Bose, MD, Duferco Asia Pte Ltd; Sandeep Kumar, Vice President, Raw Materials, Tata Steel; Girishkumar Kadam, Senior Vice President & Group Head, Corporate Sector Ratings, ICRA and Syed Jawed Ahmed, ED, CMMG, SAIL

*सुपरस्टार रजनीकांत और कमल हासन की ऐतिहासिक जोड़ी फिर साथ ! आ रहा है मेगा प्रोजेक्ट.

 *सुपरस्टार रजनीकांत और कमल हासन की ऐतिहासिक जोड़ी फिर साथ !  आ रहा है मेगा प्रोजेक्ट 

                #Thalaivar173*

*सुपरस्टार रजनीकांत और कमल हासन की जोड़ी फिर करेगी कमाल ! आ रहा है ऐतिहासिक प्रोजेक्ट #Thalaivar173*

भारतीय सिनेमा के इतिहास में एक शानदार अध्याय जुड़ने वाला है, क्योंकि दो महानायक सुपरस्टार रजनीकांत और कमल हासन अब एक ही मंच पर नज़र आने वाले हैं। राजकमल फिल्म्स इंटरनेशनल और कमल हासन द्वारा प्रस्तुत इस मेगा फिल्म का नाम है #Thalaivar173, जिसका निर्देशन करेंगे लोकप्रिय फिल्मकार सुंदर सी।

यह सहयोग सिर्फ़ एक फिल्म नहीं, बल्कि भारतीय सिनेमा की दो सबसे बड़ी शख्सियतों के बीच 50 साल पुराने दोस्ती और भाईचारे का जश्न है। रजनीकांत और कमल हासन ने 1970 के दशक में अपने करियर की शुरुआत साथ की थी, और दशकों बाद यह प्रोजेक्ट उनके रिश्ते को एक नए मुकाम पर ले जाएगा।

#Thalaivar173 को लेकर पहले से ही दर्शकों में अपार उत्साह है, क्योंकि यह फिल्म राजकमल फिल्म्स इंटरनेशनल के 44 साल पूरे होने के मौके पर बनाई जा रही है। इस फिल्म का निर्माण स्वयं कमल हासन और आर. महेंद्रन कर रहे हैं, जबकि इसकी रिलीज़ की जिम्मेदारी संभालेगी रेड जायंट मूवीज़।

यह प्रोजेक्ट कई मायनों में ऐतिहासिक है एक ओर रजनीकांत का अनोखा करिश्मा और ऊर्जा, दूसरी ओर सुंदर सी का मनोरंजक निर्देशन, और इन सबके पीछे कमल हासन की रचनात्मक दृष्टि। 

फिल्म को भव्य स्तर पर तैयार किया जा रहा है और इसे पोंगल 2027 पर ग्रैंड थिएट्रिकल रिलीज़ देने की योजना है।

इस घोषणा के साथ सोशल मीडिया पर #Thalaivar173 ट्रेंड करने लगा है। फैंस इसे सदी का सबसे बड़ा सिनेमैटिक सहयोग” बता रहे हैं। कहा जा रहा है कि यह फिल्म न सिर्फ़ तमिल सिनेमा बल्कि पूरे भारतीय फिल्म इंडस्ट्री के लिए एक माइलस्टोन साबित होगी।

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World Technology Summit 2025 India sets the stage to “Accelerate Global Connectivity”

 World Technology Summit 2025 India sets the stage to “Accelerate Global Connectivity”

Global leaders, scientists, and innovators gather in Pune to advance the mission of “Innovation to Impact,” spotlighting how technology, science, and innovation can close the world’s digital divide

Mumbai, India, 4 November 2025 — The World Technology Group today convened media and partners for a pre-event briefing ahead of the inaugural World Technology Summit 2025 India, taking place from 5–7 November at MIT World Peace University, Pune.

The Summit will explore this year’s theme — “Innovation to Impact: Accelerating Global Connectivity” — spotlighting how breakthroughs across technology, science, and innovation can help close the world’s digital divide and unlock opportunity for all.

“Technology without science lacks foundation; science without technology lacks reach. Together, they illuminate humanity’s path to progress,” said Sir Paul J. Foster, Founder and Executive Chairman, World Technology Group. “The Summit in Pune marks the beginning of a movement — a global effort to ensure that every breakthrough in science and technology translates into tangible, human-centered progress.”

The World Technology Summit brings together policymakers, scientists, industry leaders, and innovators from across the globe to chart pathways toward equitable, sustainable progress. Over three days, the Summit will explore advancements in AI, robotics, quantum computing, biotechnology, clean energy, digital infrastructure, and more — across four intersecting scientific realms: Data Sciences, Earth Sciences, Life Sciences, and Industrial Sciences. 

Among the key sessions, the Summit will unveil the WTI 10-Point Plan for Collective Prosperity — a blueprint for action to redefine progress, mobilize planetary resilience, democratize scientific knowledge, and embed ethics and empathy at the core of innovation. The Summit’s content arc — “Inspire – Debate – Shape – Produce” — is designed to move from visionary dialogue to actionable outcomes.

“India’s spirit of innovation and inclusivity provides a powerful setting for our inaugural Summit,” said Deborah Sawaf, Chair of the Coordination Commission, World Technology Summit 2025 India. “Pune will become the global crossroads of technology, science, and humanity — a place where ideas are transformed into impact.”

Speaking at the media briefing, Dr. R.M. Chitnis, Vice Chancellor, MIT World Peace University, emphasized the importance of India’s role as host, “We are proud to welcome the world’s leading minds to Pune — a city that has long been a cradle of learning and innovation. The partnership with the World Technology Group reflects our shared vision to harness knowledge, science, and technology in service of humanity. Together, we aim to inspire the next generation to design a more connected, compassionate world.”

The World Technology Summit 2025 India is presented in collaboration with MIT World Peace University and supported by the World Technology Institute (WTI) — the strategic nucleus of the WT ecosystem that sets the academic and scientific cadence for global collaboration.

From this gathering, the first WT Community — Custodians of the Realms — will be established, shaping policy, guiding investment, and advancing shared progress in alignment with World Technology’s mission to Celebrate Human Ingenuity.

*RAAJKAMAL FILMS INTERNATIONAL AND KAMAL HAASAN PRESENTS SUPERSTAR RAJINIKANTH IN #THALAIVAR173, A FILM BY SUNDAR C*

 *RAAJKAMAL FILMS INTERNATIONAL AND KAMAL HAASAN PRESENTS SUPERSTAR RAJINIKANTH IN #THALAIVAR173, A FILM BY SUNDAR C*

Superstar Rajinikanth is set to headline in the magnum opus #Thalaivar173, under Kamal Haasan’s RaajKamal Films International banner directed by Sundar C.

This landmark collaboration not only unites two towering forces of Indian cinema but also celebrates five decades of friendship and brotherhood between Superstar Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan — a bond that continues to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.

Commemorating 44 years of Raajkamal Films International, #Thalaivar173 unites Superstar Rajinikanth’s magnetic screen presence with Sundar C’s direction, in a landmark production envisioned by Kamal Haasan and R. Mahendran.

#Thalaivar173 is slated for a grand theatrical release through Red Giant Movies during Pongal 2027.

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Green Shifts for Greener Tomorrows: Do Good, Feel Good – Embrace Green Choices for a Sustainable Future”

 “Green Shifts for Greener Tomorrows: Do Good, Feel Good – Embrace Green Choices for a Sustainable Future”

CII’s Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) proudly announces Asia’s largest congregation for the green buildings and built environment—Green Building Congress 2025—scheduled from 27 to 29 November 2025 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. 

30 October 2025, Mumbai: The Confederation of Indian Industry’s Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) announced the launch of the 23rd edition of the Green Building Congress, scheduled to be held from 27–29 November 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. As Asia’s premier platform dedicated to green buildings and built environments, the Green Building Congress aims to propel India’s Green and Net Zero Building Movement by facilitating knowledge exchange, showcasing over 1,000 next-generation sustainable technologies, solutions and products, for unlocking new business opportunities in the building sector.

The launch of the 23rd edition of the Green Building Congress was attended by Mr B Thiagarajan, National Chairman, IGBC & Managing Director, BlueStar Ltd; Mr C Shekar Reddy, National Vice Chairman, IGBC & Managing Director, CSR Estates Ltd; Dr Mala Singh, Chairperson, IGBC Mumbai Chapter & Chairperson and Managing Director, PEC Solutions Green Designs Pvt. Ltd; Mr Chitranjan Kaushik, Co-Chairperson, IGBC Mumbai Chapter & Chief Operating Officer, Ecofirst Services Limited; and Mr M Anand, Deputy Executive Director, IGBC.

Launching the IGBC Green Building Congress 2025, Mr. B. Thiagarajan, National Chairman, CII Indian Green Building Council, said, “As IGBC celebrates 25 years of advancing India’s Green Building Movement, the Green Building Congress 2025 embodies our collective resolve to ‘Do Good and Feel Good.’ This year’s theme reminds us that sustainability is not just about policy or technology, it is about people making responsible choices every day. As India stands at the crossroads of rapid urbanization and climate responsibility, we must embrace green shifts that make our cities resilient, our communities healthier, and our economy future ready.”

The Green Building Congress 2025’s theme, “Green Shifts for Greener Tomorrows: Do Good, Feel Good – Embrace Green Choices for a Sustainable Future,” reflects IGBC’s commitment to driving holistic ecological transformation. This year’s event will bring together industry professionals, architects, builders, product manufacturers, engineers, consultants, corporates, policymakers, government representatives, international agencies, and academicians to share best practices, innovations, and actionable solutions in green building and Net Zero pathways.

The 2025 Green Building Congress is especially significant as it marks the beginning of the yearlong celebrations of IGBC’s 25th anniversary, honoring a legacy of pioneering leadership and progress in India’s green building sector. This landmark edition highlights IGBC’s enduring commitment to driving innovation and scaling sustainable practices nationwide, bringing together stakeholders to define the future of green and Net Zero built environments.

A noteworthy aspect of IGBC’s Green Building Congress 2025 will be that it is being organized as a carbon neutral event. This aligns with IGBC’s core ethos of demonstrating sustainability through action by integrating responsible event practices, reducing resource footprints, and offsetting unavoidable emissions. The Green Building Congress will embody IGBC’s broader vision of advancing India’s transition toward a Green, Net Zero, and Carbon Neutral future—making the event itself a living example of the principles it promotes.

IGBC’s annual flagship event will feature a comprehensive three-day international conference running parallel to a 3-days grand-scale Green Expo, open to the public with a free entry pass, highlighting over 1,000 cutting-edge, low-carbon and green building products, solutions, and technologies from India and abroad. The event’s multifaceted agenda is designed to:​​

Foster high-impact knowledge-sharing on climate action, decarbonization, environmental, social and governance (ESG) frameworks, and Net Zero transitions.

Create new business opportunities and dynamic B2B platforms for green building and construction stakeholders.

Inspire the public, including students and youth, to champion the sustainability movement via interactive workshops, competitions, and innovation showcases.

Recognize exemplary leadership and innovation through the IGBC Leadership Awards, Green Design Competition, Performance Challenge Awards, and IGBC Green Your School Programme.

Speaking to the media, Mr. C Shekar Reddy, National Vice-Chairman, CII Indian Green Building Council, said, “From a single green building in 2001 to over 14 billion square feet of registered green footprint today, India’s progress has been extraordinary. The Green Building Congress 2025 in Mumbai will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to drive this momentum further. This is the time to be bold—bold in our designs, our innovations, and our collaborations. When we ‘Do Good and Feel Good,’ we build not just sustainable structures, but a sustainable nation.”

The Green Building Congress serves as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, showcasing low-carbon technologies, business opportunity creation, and fostering collaborations for a Net Zero future. Attendees will engage with thought leaders, experience the latest green products and solutions, and explore pathways for decarbonization, health, resilience, and next-generation energy systems. Key event highlights include dedicated sessions on AI & IoT in buildings, green financing, carbon-neutral cities, Net Zero homes, women’s leadership in sustainability, and case studies spotlighting the latest in green built environments.

Dr. Mala Singh, Chairperson, IGBC Mumbai Chapter focused on how Mumbai and Maharashtra are at the forefront of the Green Building movement in India. Speaking at the conference, she said, “Mumbai has always been the heartbeat of India’s built environment transformation — a city where ambition meets innovation. As Chairperson of the IGBC Mumbai Chapter, I am proud that Maharashtra continues to lead the way with one of the highest numbers of IGBC-rated green projects in the country. Through our collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra and the building industry, we are driving the shift toward resilient, low-carbon, and people-centric infrastructure. Green buildings are not just a choice—they are essential to safeguard Mumbai’s future, enhance livability, and ensure the city’s sustainable growth.”

The Green Building Congress 2025 aims to re-enforce IGBC’s ongoing mission to facilitate India’s emergence as a global leader in green buildings and built environments. The Council has developed thirty-two certification systems and works closely with government bodies, international agencies, and industry stakeholders to achieve actionable, future-oriented sustainability targets.

About CII-Indian Green Building Council -

The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) was established by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in 2001 to actively promote the Green Building concept in India. The Council, with 32 Chapters across India, is represented by all stakeholders of the construction industry comprising corporate, government, and nodal agencies, architects, product manufacturers, institutions, and more. The Council also works with governments, the World Green Building Council, and bilateral and multilateral agencies in promoting green building concepts in India.

With a registered Green Building footprint of 14.63 billion sq. ft, and with over 16,900+ projects adopting IGBC’s 32 rating systems, the Green Building movement in India has been advancing at a rapid pace and transforming India, into one of the global leaders in green built environment. IGBC is a market leader with about 90% of the India’s green building projects adopting IGBC Green and Net Zero Rating Systems.