INTELLIGENT INDIA

Film Critic Analysis by Bipin Sasi In the cinematic landscape of Malayalam cinema, “Identity” directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan emerges as a significant entry for 2025, blending action, crime, and thriller elements into a narrative that aims to leave audiences both puzzled and exhilarated. Starring Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, and Vinay Rai, “Identity” attempts to navigate through the complexities of human identity, deception, and the pursuit of justice. Plot Overview: The film opens with a chilling premise: a murder witnessed by a journalist, Alisha (Trisha Krishnan), whose subsequent accident leads to her suffering from prosopagnosia (face blindness), adding a unique twist to the investigation. ACP Allen Jacob (Vinay Rai) and sketch artist Haran Shankar (Tovino Thomas) dive into this labyrinthine case, where each clue unravels further layers of intrigue and deception. Performances: Tovino Thomas delivers a compelling performance, embodying Haran with a mix of vulnerability...

Open Office, Closed Minds? Why Kartavya Bhavan’s Design Has Babus Up in Arms!

🚨 New Delhi’s swanky Kartavya Bhavan-3 was inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on August 6, 2025, as part of the ambitious Central Vista project. Aimed at housing key ministries like Home Affairs, External Affairs, and more under one roof, this modern complex promises efficiency, sustainability, and collaboration. But not everyone’s thrilled! 😬 The Central Secretariat Service (CSS) Forum, representing 13,000 officers, has raised a red flag 🚩 in a letter to the PMO. Why? The open office layout is causing a stir! Officers claim the lack of private cabins and low-height partitions (think almirahs!) is a recipe for disaster: 🔍 Confidentiality at Risk: Under Secretaries handling sensitive files (classified docs, court cases, vigilance issues) say their discussions can be overheard, compromising national security and discretion. 🕵️‍♂️ 📉 Efficiency Hit: The cramped, undivided spaces disrupt focus and “critical thinking,” with Assistant Section Officers (ASOs) lacking dedicated storage for f...