♦ Film director Ashutosh Gowariker was appointed the Chairperson of the International Jury of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), 2024.  Gowariker, known for iconic films like Lagaan (2001) and Jodhaa Akbar (2008). 

♦ The IFFI will be held in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2024. 

♦ IFFI’s International Cinema section features an assortment of “culturally and aesthetically remarkable films” from around the world.