Noida, India: The 10th Global Literary Festival Noida 2024 witnessed a momentous occasion with the unveiling of a commemorative poster honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, one of India's greatest leaders and social reformers. The poster was released by a distinguished panel of international dignitaries and literary figures during a grand ceremony at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City.
The poster unveiling was led by H.E. Firat Sunel, Ambassador of Turkey, alongside prominent figures from the literary world, including Ms. Priyanka Sharma Kaintura, renowned author; Ms. Neena Wagh, acclaimed playwright, poet, and translator; Ms. Smita Mishra, well-known author; Cdr. K.L. Ganju, Honorary Consul General of the Union of Comoros; and H.E. Mateja Vodeb Ghosh, Ambassador of Slovenia.
Dr. Sandeep Marwah, President of the Global Literary Forum, addressed the audience, speaking passionately about Dr. Lohia's enduring ideology and its relevance in today's socio-political context. "Dr. Lohia's vision for India was revolutionary. His ideas of equality, justice, and self-reliance continue to inspire generations," said Dr. Marwah.
The 10th Global Literary Festival Noida 2024 continues to serve as a platform for celebrating global literary heritage, and this tribute to Dr. Lohia marked a significant cultural moment in the festival's journey. The event was supported by International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, Asian Academy of Arts and Writers Association of India,
Geoff and Naomi are dead, and they're depressed, but when Geoff's cat Bernie dies as well, they embark on a wild journey to find it in the underworld.
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When Geoff dies, alongside his girlfriend Naomi, they end up sharing an apartment in the Underworld as skeletons. But after a few years, Geoff starts suffering a mid-death crisis. What's the purpose of going through the motions as a skeleton if you can't really live? Then he gets word that his cat, Bernie, just died and he can collect him and bring him home! Geoff and Naomi hurry to get Bernie only to discover that, due to a clerical error, their cat has been lost. With the hunt for Bernie giving new purpose to Geoff's un-life, he and Naomi begin a quest to get back their cat. Battling skeleton pirates, climbing the sky ladder and facing off against the villain who took Bernie, Geoff is determined to find his purpose - or die a second time trying!
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