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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...

India Signs Rs 63,000 Crore Deal with France for 26 Rafale Marine Aircraft: A Boost to Naval Power

On April 28, 2025, India and France inked a landmark Rs 63,000 crore (approximately €7 billion) government-to-government deal for the procurement of 26 Rafale Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets for the Indian Navy. The agreement, signed remotely by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and French Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu, marks a significant step in bolstering India’s maritime capabilities and deepening the strategic partnership between the two nations. The signing ceremony, held at Nausena Bhawan in Delhi, was presided over by French Ambassador Thierry Mathou and attended by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral K. Swaminathan. This acquisition, approved by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on April 9, 2025, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is set to enhance India’s naval aviation prowess, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), amid growing regional challenges. Details of the Rafale Marine Deal The deal encompasses the acquisition...

Global News Digest: June 7, 2025

India’s Economic Leap Forward A World Bank report released today highlights India’s remarkable progress in poverty reduction, with extreme poverty falling to 5.3% in 2022-23. Approximately 171 million people have been lifted out of poverty, underscoring the nation’s economic strides and growing global influence. G7 Summit: Canada Defends Modi’s Invitation Canadian Prime Minister Carney defended the decision to invite Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 summit, emphasizing India’s critical role in global supply chains and its burgeoning economic power. The move signals strengthened diplomatic ties amid complex geopolitical dynamics. Bangladesh Sets Election Timeline In Bangladesh, interim leader Muhammad Yunus announced that national elections will take place in the first half of April 2026. This follows a student-led uprising that ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s political landscape. Trump’s Claims on India-Pakistan T...

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