Gene Hackman – an unlikely star
He was not your conventional good-looking Hollywood hero. In his own words, Gene Hackman described himself as “just a regular Joe”.’ But he made...
Alam Ara – recalling India’s first talkie and its enduring legacy
Alam Ara, the first Indian talkie was released on 14th March 1931. Produced and directed by Ardeshir Irani, the film performed well at the...
Changing monsoon patterns are affecting cultivation of soya bean, Madhya Pradesh’s cash crop
The Madhya Pradesh Government has taken many steps to make rapid strides in agriculture. Three interventions particularly stand out – expanded irrigation, a strong...
Innovative deployment of MGNREGA funds yields good results in a village in Odisha’s Nuapada District
Ajit Panda spoke with farmers who are well satisfied with initiatives to generate income from lands that have been lying fallow for years. He...
Using AI, gamification to engage readers, and how
As AI continues to evolve, news organisations are rethinking their roles and exploring new ways to engage younger audiences. At the Indian Printers Summit,...
AI-translated videos help connect with young audiences
The Economist has been developing several ways of connecting with younger audiences worldwide by distributing more content in multiple languages, something that AI makes...
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Water conservation a low priority for Indians today, but once we were leaders in harvesting water
A large majority of people have not understood what rainwater harvesting is, said Sekhar Raghavan, director, Rain Centre. “India was one of the leaders...
Unheard stories – understanding the world of a special child’s mother
There is a lot of difference between a normal child and a special child – a lot of planning is required for a special...
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