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Explained | The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill’s proposal to check piracy of films, revamp age-based certification

The Hindu explains provisions of the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023 and how it proposes to check piracy.

The Hindu

Rajya Sabha witnesses sloganeering by both treasury and Opposition; deadlock continues

Rajya Sabha proceedings marked by sloganeering by both Treasury and Opposition. Opposition dressed in black to protest and demand PM Modi's statement on Manipur. Chairman ignored Opposition's notices and called External Affairs Minister to make statement.

The Hindu

Rajya Sabha passes Cinematograph Amendment Bill, 2023 aimed at curbing film piracy

Rajya Sabha passes Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023 introducing anti-piracy provisions, jail term of up to 3 years and fine up to 5% of film's production cost for infringement. Bill also introduces 3 age ratings for films requiring adult supervision and formalises practice of recertifying films for TV and other media.

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Centre issued directives to block 635 URLs since December 2021 for spreading fake news: Anurag Thakur

Government blocked 635 URLs, including 120 YouTube-based news channels, since December 2021 for publishing fake news and content not in interest of sovereignty and integrity of India

The Hindu

1,276 fact-checks by PIB unit, action against 635 URLs of 120 YouTube news channels: I&B ministry

The Press Information Bureau’s fact-check unit has carried out 1,276 fact-checks since it was set up in November 2019, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.

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Government clears football teams for Asian Games

Sports Ministry grants relaxation to Indian football teams for Asian Games; Men's and Women's teams to participate despite not meeting existing criterion; AIFF president Kalyan Choubey holds meetings with Home Minister and Sports Minister to find solution; Indian football on rise, participation in Asian Games to boost morale.

The Hindu

Parliament Monsoon session, Day 6: INDIA alliance MPs to wear black clothes to protest over Manipur

All Members of Parliament from the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) will wear black clothes to the Parliament to register its protest over the situation in Manipur. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Four social media agencies chosen to popularise govt campaigns: Thakur in LS

The government has chosen four agencies to work with social media influencers for content about government schemes and campaigns, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur told the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Newslaundry

Withdraw decision to shut down Ananthapuri FM channel: Sivankutty

General Education Minister V.Sivankutty has urged the the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur to withdraw Prasar Bharati’s decision to close down the All India Radio’s Ananthapuri FM channel

The Hindu

Oppenheimer controversy | I&B Minister Anurag Thakur demands explanation from CBFC

Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur has sought an explanation from CBFC over an intimate scene, wherein a copy of the Bhagavad Gita has been shown. Makers of the movie Oppenheimer may also be asked to remove the impugned scene.

The Hindu

Parliament Monsoon session: MPs from opposition parties move notices seeking discussion on Manipur situation

With opposition parties planning to mount their attack on the Centre in Parliament, facing disruptions since the Monsoon session began, over the Manipur issue, Congress and other party MPs including AAP on Monday moved notices in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha demanding discussions on the situation of the violence-hit…

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Appeal to opposition with folded hands to join the debate in Parliament on Manipur, says Union Minister Anurag Thakur

As Parliament’s Monsoon session remained deadlocked over ethnic violence in Manipur, Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Sunday appealed to the opposition parties “with folded hands” to join the debate on the issue.

The Hindu

Political leaders, listeners demand reinstatement of Ananthapuri FM

Prasar Bharati's decision to close Ananthapuri FM sparks outrage. Leaders of ruling and opposition parties demand reinstatement. Station has 4.5 million listeners, contributes ₹1.5 crore annually. Decision leads to dismissal of many dedicated staff. Union Minister to raise issue. Outcry on social media from regular listeners.

The Hindu

E-auction of 808 FM radio stations soon: Anurag Thakur

The government will soon conduct an e-auction of 808 FM radio stations across 284 cities, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said

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Under Opposition attack over Manipur, BJP highlights crimes in Rajasthan, West Bengal

The Opposition parties said that they would have a strategy meeting on July 24 and would assemble in front of the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Parliament to press for the Prime Minister’s statement.

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PIB’s fact-check unit has acted against more than 28,000 ‘fake news’ posts since Nov 2020: Thakur

The government’s fact checking body under the Press Information Bureau has taken action in 28,380 instances involving “fake news” on digital platforms between November 2020 and June this year, Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur said today in response to an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha.

The Hindu

Best Web Series Award introduced at IFFI-Goa

I&B Minister Anurag Thakur announces "Best Web Series Award" at IFFI-Goa to recognize exceptional talent, foster growth & innovation of OTT industry. Award to be given to original web series on OTT platform in Indian language. Aim to incentivise & create investment opportunities.

The Hindu

No hurdles in Pakistan’s presence for Asian Champions Trophy, says Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

Pakistan's participation in Asian Champions Trophy hockey is certain, with Sports Minister Anurag Thakur indicating no government hurdles. India, Pakistan, Korea, Malaysia, Japan and China will compete in the tournament in Chennai, with the trophy touring India to promote the event. Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey and former India stars…

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Govt. hikes sugarcane FRP by ₹10/quintal to ₹315/quintal for 2023-24 season

The Centre announced a ₹10 per quintal hike in sugarcane FRP to ₹315 per quintal for the 2023-24 season starting October

The Hindu

Cabinet approves Bill for National Research Foundation to make research more equitable

The NRF will be governed by a governing board consisting of 15 to 25 eminent researchers and professionals.

The Hindu

Delhi court to consider charge sheet against Brij Bhushan Singh on June 27

The Delhi police had filed a charge sheet against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh on June 15 for offences ranging from outraging modesty of a woman, stalking and other offences under the Indian Penal Code, in the Rouse Avenue Court. ACMM Harjeet Singh Jaspal is the judge who is currently hearing…

The Hindu

Film censorship clarifications to MP raise further questions

In April, Dr. Brittas had asked the I&B Ministry for data on how many cuts were applied to films

The Hindu

India supplied 160 countries with anti-COVID vaccines, medicines: Anurag Thakur

Information & Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur yesterday said owing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiatives, India supplied anti-COVID vaccines and essential medicines to 160 countries

The Hindu

Delhi Police likely to file charge sheet on June 15 in Brij Bhushan Singh case: Officials

The Delhi Police is likely to file a charge sheet on June 15 in connection with the case of alleged sexual harassment filed against outgoing WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh on the complaints of women wrestlers.

The Hindu

Supreme Court should have monitored wrestlers’ protest better, says Justice Lokur

Retired Supreme Court Justice Madan B. Lokur criticised the apex court’s handling of the wrestlers’ protest

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