Press Release
CSIR’s Popular Science Magazine ‘Vigyan Pragati’ receives ‘Rajbhasha Kirti Award’
In the Surat Rajbhasha Sammelan, Director of CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal received this prestigious Kirti Award in the presence of Union Minister for Home Affairs Shri Amit Shah. Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat State, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel and Hon’ble Ministers of State, Ministry of Home Affairs Shri Ajay Kumar Mishra and Shri Nisith Pramanik graced the programme.
‘Vigyan Pragati’ (a popular science magazine in Hindi) is one of India’s best popular science magazines. It is popular among children, teachers, researchers, and the public across India as well as the world. Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) started publishing this magazine in 1952. It carries a legacy of seven decades and over these many years, the readers of this magazine have been motivated through its content. This monthly Hindi publication imparts the knowledge of the recent national-international S&T related developments, discoveries, inventions, technological advancements in the form of article, feature, science fiction, science poetry, quiz, scientoon (science cartoon) and docudrama.
Vigyan Pragati aims at communicating S&T to the masses in simple language. The magazine contents aim at igniting curiosity about science among the young and strive to develop an interest in them to pursue science. Those engaged in preparation for various competitive examinations; use this magazine as an authentic source of information on science and technology.
Article 51 A[h] of the Indian Constitution put emphasis and says that it is every citizen’s fundamental duty to develop scientific temper, spirit of enquiry, humanism and reform. Science magazines play a vital role in communicating S&T to the common man and thereby developing scientific temper.
On this great occasion, Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research said that Rajbhasha National Kirti Award to ‘Vigyan Pragati’ is the honour of CSIR as well as all its readers, writers and editors.
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Hollywood
Ali Fazal to star with ‘powerhouse of talent’, Fleabag star Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Rule Breakers
Ali Fazal to star with Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Rule Breakers, directed by Bill Guttentag, exploring resilience in Afghanistan, set for March 2025 release.
Ali Fazal is set to star alongside master writer and Fleabag star Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Rule Breakers. The project, produced by Angel Studios, marks yet another milestone in Fazal’s international career. (Also read: Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal name their baby girl Zuneyra Ida Fazal. Know the meaning)
About Rule Breaker and collab with PWB
Rule Breakers, directed by two time Oscar winner Bill Guttentag, explores themes of resilience and defiance in Afghanistan. The film is set for a release in March 2025.
“I am thrilled to be a part of Rule Breakers and to share the screen with such a talented actress as Phoebe Waller-Bridge,” said Fazal. “This project resonates with me deeply, and I believe it’s crucial to tell stories that highlight the strength and resilience of individuals in challenging circumstances. I look forward to bringing this narrative to life and reaching audiences globally.”
Speaking about working with Phoebe, Ali said, “I am so thrilled to be able to support a film that we think every parent should take their daughter to watch in the theatres. And the story being so inspiring, it was no surpise that Phoebe also stepped in.. of course she is a powerhouse of talent so her addition am sure has lifted the film to greater heights. We play key roles at different stages in Roya mehboob’s life and journey along with the Afghani robotics team for girls”.
Phoebe and Ali’s Hollywood journeys
Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a British actor, writer, and producer known for her sharp wit and unique storytelling. She created and starred in the acclaimed TV series Fleabag, which won multiple awards and resonated widely for its dark humour and raw honesty. Waller-Bridge also contributed to Killing Eve, showcasing her knack for complex, unpredictable female characters.
Ali Zafar is the busiest Indian actor in Hollywood, having starred in Fast and Furious franchise, Victoria and Abdul, Death on the Nile and Kandahar. In India, he will be seen in the Mirzapur movie soon.
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