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Time of India
29-04-2025
- Time of India
Maharashtra govt provides Rs 52cr to Aundh's Shri Bavani Museum museum for infra boost
Kolhapur : State govt sanctioned Rs 52 crore for the Shri Bavani Museum in Aundh, located 50km away from Satara. The museum plans to use these funds to construct another building on the same premises and repair the existing one. The current building, which was established several decades ago, lacks space to hold over 8,000 artifacts and 16,000 books. They all will be displayed in the new building. The museum features as many as 500 miniature paintings from major Indian schools (Jaipur, Kangra, Mughal, Punjab, Bijapur, Pahadi, and Maratha) spanning the 15th to 19th centuries and three original paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, making it one of India's largest such collections. "The plan has a few components such as a multi-storey building, repairs of the old building and premises development. The museum witnesses around 1,500 visitors every day and the number goes up during holidays. The current building, and the library in it, has artefacts cramped up. We plan to decongest the museum to bring a new aesthetic sense and also ensure the visitors can get a glimpse of the artefacts and the paintings very carefully. A presentation was organized at the Mantralaya a few weeks ago. Based on it, the funds were sanctioned," said a senior officer of the state archaeology and museums department on the condition of anonymity. The famous 'Mother and Child' stone sculpture by Henry Moore, Western paintings, including works like Madonna of the Book by Andrea Del Sarto, a Rembrandt self-portrait and others by artists such as AH Muller and L Goya, are also in the museum. Artefacts made of sandalwood and ivory, sculptured pots, weapons, and valuable ornaments, including a diamond collection, are displayed in a strong room. The Maharaj of Aundh principality dedicated his life and wealth to finding and collecting unique artefacts. The museum has a well-maintained garden and play area for children. Art enthusiasts spend hours walking through 18 sections. "We are planning to install modern equipment, especially for lighting and ventilation purposes. The seating arrangements will also be made. In short, the two buildings will be spacious enough to accommodate more tourists and provide them with a truly engaging experience," said the official.
Express Tribune
26-04-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
PIMS undergoes revamp amid patient surge
With over 9,000 patients visiting daily, the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital is undergoing significant transformation to meet the growing healthcare demands of the population. A series of major reforms aimed at improving healthcare services, patient satisfaction, and staff accountability at the country's premier public hospital, PIMS Executive Director Dr Imran Sikandar said on Friday. Over 9,000 patients seek medical attention at PIMS, with 7,000 attending various Outpatient Departments (OPDs), including paediatrics and the Mother and Child Health (MCH) centre, and 2,000 reporting to the emergency department.
Malay Mail
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Cannes 2025 adds Jennifer Lawrence thriller and Kristen Stewart's directorial debut to line-up
PARIS, April 23 — Cannes film festival added a new film starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson as well as Kristen Stewart's debut feature as a director to its roster of movies that will premiere next month on the French Riviera. American filmmaker Lynne Ramsay ('We Need To Talk About Kevin') has been selected for the main competition with her thriller 'Die My Love' starring Lawrence and Pattinson. Out of the 21 films in the main competition this year, seven have been made by women directors, the joint highest total. Iran's Saeed Roustaee is also set to compete for the main prize with his latest feature, 'Mother and Child', three years after showing 'Leila's Brothers' in Cannes which led to him being sentenced to six months in prison in Iran. The festival has also secured the world premiere for the first film directed by former Twilight star Kristen Stewart—'The Chronology of Water'—which will screen in the secondary 'Un Certain Regard' competition. The film follows a young girl 'who grows up in an environment ravaged by violence and alcohol' who finds 'refuge in literature,' according to its producers. Stewart will be up against fellow American actress-turned-director Scarlett Johansson whose first production 'Eleanor the Great' has also been selected for the 'Un Certain Regard' which showcases emerging talents. French screen favorite Juliette Binoche, who has won acting honours at Cannes, Berlin and the Oscars, will chair the jury judging the in-competition features which are vying for the coveted Palme d'Or. The 2025 line-up of 21 films includes some heavy-hitting festival circuit favourites including Wes Anderson, Iranian director Jafar Panahi, the Dardenne brothers from Belgium, and veteran American independent filmmaker Richard Linklater. — AFP
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kristen Stewart's directorial debut added to Cannes lineup
Several high-profile additions have been made to this year's Cannes Film Festival, organizers announced on Wednesday. Hollywood star Kristen Stewart will present her directorial debut, "The Chronology of Water," based on Lidia Yuknavitch's memoir of the same name. The film, which explores themes of abuse, addiction and self-destruction, will screen in the festival's Un Certain Regard section, which showcases unusual styles and non-traditional stories. The official competition has also expanded to include the dark comedy "Die, My Love," directed by Lynne Ramsay, and "Mother and Child," by Iranian filmmaker Saeed Roustaee. "Die, My Love" stars Robert Pattinson and Jennifer Lawrence and is based on a novel about a mother grappling with severe mental health issues. Stewart and Pattinson - once a couple and famous for their roles in the "Twilight" series - have since become celebrated figures in both arthouse and mainstream cinema. Outside of the main competition, Ethan Coen will present "Honey Don't!," starring Margaret Qualley and Aubrey Plaza. Coen is best known as one half of the Coen brothers, behind films such as "The Big Lebowski" and "No Country for Old Men." Also announced is "Love Me Tender" by Anna Cazenave Cambet, featuring Vicky Krieps, which will also be shown in Un Certain Regard. The 77th Cannes Film Festival runs from May 13 to 24.
