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Sikaar, the Assamese action-thriller of 2024, has made history by winning the Best International Film-Directors award at the 11th Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF) 2025. The film, which stars Adil Hussain, Urmila Mahanta, and Zubeen Garg, has received praise for its ambitious cinematic execution and compelling plot. Sikaar, which was produced by Sam Bhattacharjee and Mitra Bhattacharya and directed by Debangkar Borgohain, is the highest-budget Assamese film ever produced, bringing the local industry to a global level. Adding to its list of accolades, Sikaar has been selected for the Panorama Film Festival, further cementing its reputation beyond national borders. Speaking about the film’s success, producer Sam Bhattacharjee remarked, “Sikaar has been recognized in many place...

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has launched the ‘Vi Number Rakshak’ initiative at the MahaKumbh, reinforcing its commitment to public safety and seamless connectivity. The initiative provides pilgrims with Rudraksh and Tulsi bracelets engraved with emergency contact numbers, ensuring they can reunite with their families if separated in the massive crowds. With over 250 individuals reported lost on the first day and millions expected for the ShahiSnan at Triveni Sangam, Vi has set up a booth near Swami RamanandAcharyaShibirAkhada to distribute the bracelets. This initiative particularly benefits elderly pilgrims and children who may not have mobile phones. In addition to this safety measure, Vi has enhanced its network infrastructure by deploying 30 new sites, 40 macro and small-cell sites, and 32 ...