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The Hindu
14-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
BJP seeks action against Puttur Urban Development Authority Chairman for comments on PM, ceasefire
A delegation of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by former Puttur MLA Sanjeev Matandoor, submitted a petition to Puttur Town police on May 14 seeking action against Puttur Urban Development Authority Chairperson Amala Ramachandra for alleged derogatory comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The BJP delegation has objected to posts by Mr. Ramachandra on his Facebook account. On May 13, at 7.30 p.m., Mr. Ramachandra has posted an image carrying the words 'Ivaru Vishwa Guru alla Visha Guru' (he is not a world leader but a poisonous leader) with a caption 'Deshada Sahodaratege Sarvabhoumatege Karkotaka Visha' (A deadly poison to country's brotherhood and sovereignty). On May 13, at 9.10 a.m., Mr. Ramachandra had posted another image that had a statement: 'Doddannanige Talebaagi Karyacharane Nillisiddakke Jana Ugiyuttiddante Manki Baat Nalli U-Turn' (When people criticised ceasefire announcement after bowing head to the big brother, there is a u-turn in the mann ki baat), with a cartoon of Prime Minister holding a cut-out stating 'I am world leader'. Another post, also made on May 13, has a cartoon showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the feet of US President Donald Trump with the former accepting a ceasefire when the latter offers an option between arrest of (businessperson Gautam) Adani and ceasefire. The delegation sought action against Mr. Ramachandra claiming that the posts were derogatory to the Prime Minister and capable of causing unrest in the region. Dakshina Kannada Superintendent of Police N. Yatish said action will be taken based on legal opinion from the department of prosecution
The Hindu
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Hear O, Mahatma, an experimental film by P.N. Ramachandra screened
Art Kanara Trust, Mangaluru arranged a special screening of Hear O, Mahatma, an experimental film directed by P.N. Ramachandra at the Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture on Saturday (May 3, 2025) here. The event drew a select gathering of artists, thinkers and film enthusiasts and was introduced by Subhas Chandra Basu, President of Art Kanara Trust. Mr. Ramachandra, a Mumbai-based filmmaker and a 1990 graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, presented his 100-minute film, which was released in 2024. The film delves into the contradictions of contemporary society through the prism of Mahatma Gandhi's legacy, employing a hybrid narrative that blends documentary and fiction. It follows the intertwined stories of a conflicted filmmaker, a committed social reformer and a regressive politician—each portrayed as doppelgangers—to reflect the fractured spirit of the times. The work seeks to critique modern society's strained relationship with Gandhian ideals. Introducing the screening, Mr. Ramachandra remarked, 'The format includes a significant amount of personal footage, which has been experimented with using Artificial Intelligence. This is not the conventional documentary format that viewers may be familiar with.' A discussion followed the screening, during which the director engaged with the audience on various aspects of the film, including its experimental structure, socio-political undertones, the integration of AI and its accessibility to a wider audience.
IOL News
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Celebrating Ramayan Week and Rama Naumi
Observing Ramayan Week are, front from left, Arjuna Parsad, Syamalika devi dasi and Yasteel Parsad; and front from right, are Keshav Parsad, Varsana-Rani Naidoo and Vraja-Sundari Naidoo. Ramayan Week, which is dedicated to reading, reciting and meditating on the Ramayan, which is the pastime of Lord Ramachandra, is observed from March 30 to April 5, and Rama Naumi, the appearance day of Lord Ramachandra, follows on April 6. Krsangi Radhe dasi, the communications director of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon) SA, said the Ramayan Week brought communities together to reflect on and engage with the discussion, lessons, and cultural heritage rooted in the Ramayana. "In a world riddled with worry, suffering and uneasiness, the Ramayan is a perfect pastime to reflect on the teachings of God, giving us the basis of living a happy and peaceful life. The Ramayan depicts the life of Lord Ramachandra, showing strength in leadership, warm and healthy relationships, and so many other practical teachings that we can imbibe in our daily life." The Hare Krishna Temple in Chatsworth will host a Rama Naumi festival on Sunday, April 6. The event is free and all are welcome. THE POST
