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Monday, 2 February 2026

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Priyank Kharge announces Bengaluru GAFX 2026, spotlights Karnataka's creative economy

ETV Bharat reports that Priyank Kharge has announced Bengaluru GAFX 2026, highlighting Karnataka's expanding creative economy. The announcement underscores the state's growing prominence in the animation, VFX, gaming, and related creative sectors. GAFX, a significant industry event, is positioned to further strengthen Karnataka's position as a hub for digital content creation and AVGC-XR industries in India.

via ETV Bharat

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Industry welcomes Budget 2026 AVGC push to address India's talent pipeline gap

BestMediaInfo reports that industry stakeholders view Budget 2026's animation, VFX, gaming and comics focus as addressing a critical talent pipeline shortage in India's AVGC sector. The budget allocation is seen as a strategic step to develop the skilled workforce necessary for India's growing animation, visual effects, gaming, and comics industries, reinforcing the country's position in the global AVGC-XR market.

via bestmediainfo.com

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Union Budget 2026 allocates AVGC Content Creator Labs across 15,000 schools

Digital Studio India reports that India's Union Budget 2026 includes provisions to boost the AVGC and creative economy by establishing AVGC Content Creator Labs in 15,000 schools nationwide. The initiative aims to nurture talent and foster growth in the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors by providing infrastructure and training opportunities at the grassroots level.

via Digital Studio India

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Karnataka built creative economy a decade before 'Orange Economy' became political buzzword: Kharge

The Hindu reports that Karnataka developed its creative sector infrastructure well ahead of the 'Orange Economy' terminology gaining political currency. Priyank Kharge highlighted the state's long-standing commitment to building capabilities in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and related creative industries, positioning Karnataka as a foundational hub for India's AVGC-XR ecosystem development.

via The Hindu

Sunday, 1 February 2026

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Budget 2026 brings AVGC labs support, gaming industry welcomes move

Exchange4Media reports that India's Budget 2026 has announced support for AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, XR) labs, receiving a positive response from the gaming industry. The initiative aims to bolster infrastructure and capabilities within the animation, VFX, gaming, and extended reality sectors, reinforcing India's position as a hub for digital content creation and technology-driven entertainment.

via Exchange4Media

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Divyang Kaushal Yojana to provide customised training in IT, AVGC and hospitality

The Press Information Bureau announces that the Divyang Kaushal Yojana will offer customised training programmes for persons with disabilities across IT, AVGC (animation, visual effects, gaming, comics), and hospitality sectors. The scheme aims to enhance skill development and employment opportunities for divyangjan in these growing industries, supporting India's broader workforce development and sectoral growth objectives.

via PIB

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Budget 2026-27 announces major boost for orange economy and creative education

The Press Information Bureau reports that Union Budget 2026-27, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, includes significant announcements targeting India's orange economy and creative education sector. The orange economy encompasses animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR industries. Specific allocations and initiatives aim to strengthen creative talent development and support the broader AVGC-XR ecosystem in India.

via PIB

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Budget 2026 allocates Rs 250 crore for AVGC talent and content creator labs

Moneycontrol reports that the Indian government has proposed establishing content creator labs as part of Budget 2026, allocating Rs 250 crore for talent development in the AVGC sector. The initiative aims to strengthen India's animation, VFX, gaming, and digital content creation ecosystem by investing in infrastructure and human resource development. This reflects the government's commitment to supporting the domestic creative industries and building a skilled workforce for the rapidly growing sector.

via Moneycontrol.com

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Budget 2026-27 emphasises skilling for Orange Economy; Karnataka positioned for 20% AVGC-XR share

ThePrint reports that India's Budget 2026-27 includes a focus on skilling initiatives within the Orange Economy sector. Karnataka is positioned to capture approximately 20% of the AVGC-XR market share, reflecting the state's growing prominence in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. The budget allocation signals government backing for talent development in India's creative industries.

via ThePrint

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Budget's AVGC labs proposal hailed as landmark step to expand creative talent pool

Moneycontrol.com reports that India's budget proposal for AVGC labs has been welcomed by top executives in the sector. Industry leaders have described the initiative as a landmark step that will expand the creative talent pool. The proposal aims to strengthen India's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR capabilities by establishing dedicated labs to foster skill development and innovation in these growing digital creative sectors.

via Moneycontrol.com

Thursday, 29 January 2026

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

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Delhi Government to Launch AVGC-XR Centre to Support Indian Gaming Industry

Outlook Respawn reports that the Delhi government plans to launch an AVGC-XR centre aimed at supporting growth in India's gaming sector. The initiative is positioned to bolster the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality industries within the state, contributing to broader efforts to develop India's creative economy and talent base in these high-growth sectors.

via Outlook Respawn

Saturday, 24 January 2026

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Tamil Nadu positioned as potential leader in India's AVGC-XR sector

Analytics India Magazine examines Tamil Nadu's role in India's animation, VFX, gaming, comics and extended reality industries. The report analyses whether the southern state is emerging as a hub for AVGC-XR development and innovation. Tamil Nadu has been developing infrastructure and talent pipelines to support digital creative sectors, positioning itself among India's key technology and creative economy centres.

via analyticsindiamag.com

Thursday, 22 January 2026

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Ministry of I&B Tableau Showcases India's Storytelling Traditions and WAVES Vision

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting presented a tableau highlighting India's storytelling traditions and the WAVES (World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit) vision, according to PIB. The display underscores the government's commitment to promoting India's creative industries and cultural narratives on a global platform, aligning with initiatives to strengthen the country's AVGC sector and international positioning.

via PIB

Tuesday, 20 January 2026

Friday, 16 January 2026

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Indian gaming industry seeks GST relief and AVGC funding in Budget 2026

Exchange4Media reports that India's gaming industry is advocating for goods and services tax relief and increased funding for the animation, VFX, gaming, and comics sector ahead of the 2026 budget. The industry seeks policy support to enhance competitiveness and growth in the AVGC-XR space, highlighting the need for fiscal measures that can strengthen India's position in the global creative industries market.

via Exchange4Media

Thursday, 15 January 2026

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

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Ministry of I&B and PSA office collaborate with Netflix on Inspiring Innovators skilling initiative

The Press Information Bureau reports that India's Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser have partnered with Netflix on 'Inspiring Innovators,' a skilling initiative. The programme aims to develop talent within India's creative sectors, aligning with efforts to strengthen the AVGC-XR ecosystem through industry-academic collaboration and professional capability building.

via PIB

Friday, 9 January 2026

Thursday, 8 January 2026

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WAVES Bazaar launches annual capacity-building webinar programme for creative professionals

The Press Information Bureau reports that WAVES Bazaar has introduced an annual capacity-building webinar programme designed for creative professionals. The initiative aims to enhance skills and knowledge within India's creative sector through structured online learning opportunities. Details regarding the programme's curriculum, schedule, and eligibility criteria were not specified in the announcement, but the move underscores efforts to support professional development in the AVGC-XR industries.

via PIB

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Indian Animation Studios Gear Up for Major Releases in 2025

Hollywood Reporter India reports that Indian animation studios are preparing significant project launches in 2025, including 'Mahavatar Narasimha' and 'Kurukshetra'. These releases signal growing maturity in India's domestic animation sector, reflecting increased investment and production capabilities. The projects underscore the industry's ambitions to create high-quality content that can compete on global platforms whilst drawing from Indian mythological and cultural narratives.

via hollywoodreporterindia.com

Tuesday, 6 January 2026

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Ministry of I&B's WaveX signs MoU with FITT-IIT Delhi to boost innovation in broadcasting and entertainment

The Press Information Bureau reports that the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting's WaveX initiative has signed a memorandum of understanding with FITT-IIT Delhi to foster innovation in the broadcasting and entertainment sectors. The collaboration aims to strengthen India's creative industries through research, development, and talent nurturing programmes, supporting the broader AVGC-XR ecosystem's growth trajectory.

via PIB

Saturday, 3 January 2026

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Winners of 'Badalta Bharat Mera Anubhav' Creative Challenges Announced

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has announced winners of the 'Badalta Bharat Mera Anubhav' Creative Challenges, a government initiative encouraging creative content creation. The challenge appears to support India's growing creative and animation sector by recognising talent across content categories. Details regarding specific winners, award categories, and prize structures were not specified in the official announcement.

via PIB

Wednesday, 31 December 2025

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India Hosts WAVES 2025 with 90+ Countries Participating in Global Initiative

The Press Information Bureau reports that India is hosting WAVES 2025, a pioneering initiative of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting that brings together over 90 countries. The event underscores India's role in advancing the audiovisual and media sectors on a global stage, potentially fostering international collaboration and partnerships for India's growing AVGC-XR ecosystem.

via PIB

Monday, 29 December 2025

Friday, 26 December 2025

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Assemblage Entertainment redefines visual storytelling in Indian animation and VFX

Animation Xpress reports on how Assemblage Entertainment is reshaping the landscape of Indian animation and VFX through intentional world-building approaches. The studio is leveraging innovative techniques to elevate visual storytelling standards within India's growing AVGC sector, contributing to the country's recognition as a hub for creative production and technical excellence in animation and visual effects.

via Animation Xpress

Monday, 22 December 2025

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HKI Media partners with CM Yuva Yojana to establish 500 AVGC-XR studios in Uttar Pradesh

ANI News reports that HKI Media has partnered with the CM Yuva Yojana initiative to launch 500 AVGC-XR studios across Uttar Pradesh. The collaboration aims to expand the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sector infrastructure in the state, supporting studio establishment and development under the government-backed youth entrepreneurship scheme.

via ANI News

Friday, 19 December 2025

Saturday, 13 December 2025

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Indian VFX industry shows contrasts, consolidation and quiet resurgence in 2025

AnimationXpress reports on reflections from leading Indian VFX studios on the industry's trajectory in 2025. The publication highlights a year marked by contrasts, consolidation among firms, and signs of a quiet resurgence within the sector. The piece captures studio perspectives on challenges and opportunities shaping India's visual effects landscape amid evolving global production dynamics.

via Animation Xpress

Friday, 12 December 2025

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AVGC-XR sector holds significant potential for Andhra Pradesh youth, says RTIH CEO

The Hindu reports that the RTIH CEO has highlighted the substantial opportunities within the AVGC-XR sector for young professionals in Andhra Pradesh. The statement underscores the region's potential to develop a skilled workforce in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality segments, positioning the state as an emerging hub for creative talent within India's digital media landscape.

via The Hindu

Thursday, 11 December 2025

Wednesday, 10 December 2025

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India's animation studios navigate challenges in 2025, prepare for transformation in 2026

Animation Xpress reports on how India's leading animation studios weathered a tumultuous 2025 and are positioning themselves for transformative growth in 2026. The industry-focused report examines the challenges studios faced during the past year and outlines strategic preparations for anticipated sectoral shifts. The piece highlights resilience and adaptive strategies among major Indian animation players as they prepare for upcoming opportunities and industry evolution.

via Animation Xpress

Tuesday, 9 December 2025

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Creators and founders to share stage at Rajasthan DigiFest × TGS 2026

YourStory.com reports on the collaborative format of Rajasthan DigiFest × TGS 2026, where creators and founders will participate together. The event brings together digital content creators and entrepreneurial leaders on a shared platform, reflecting the growing convergence of creative talent and business leadership within India's digital and gaming sectors in Rajasthan.

via YourStory.com

Monday, 8 December 2025

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Filmmaker Kiran Rao joins AniMela Festival Board of Advisors

MediaNews4U reports that filmmaker Kiran Rao has joined the Board of Advisors for AniMela Festival, an AVGC–XR event. The appointment is said to bring new energy to the festival, which focuses on animation, visual effects, and extended reality sectors. Rao's involvement underscores growing filmmaker engagement with India's digital creative industries.

via MediaNews4U

Friday, 5 December 2025

Sunday, 30 November 2025

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Indian animated epic Mahavatar Narsimha enters Oscars 2026 race

Outlook Respawn reports that Indian animated epic Mahavatar Narsimha has been submitted for consideration in the Oscars 2026 awards. The film's entry into the Academy Awards marks a significant milestone for India's animation sector, showcasing homegrown animated content on the global stage. This submission underscores growing recognition of Indian animation studios' creative capabilities and international competitive standing.

via Outlook Respawn

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India's AVGC Policies: How States Compare to the National Vision

Outlook Respawn examines how India's various state-level AVGC (animation, VFX, gaming, comics, XR) policies align with and differ from the national vision for the sector. The piece compares regulatory frameworks, incentives, and support mechanisms across states, offering insight into the fragmented landscape of India's audiovisual and digital content ecosystem at both state and central levels.

via Outlook Respawn

Friday, 28 November 2025

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Mahavatar Narsimha becomes India's first eligible animated feature for Oscar consideration

Indulge Express reports that Mahavatar Narsimha has entered the Oscars as India's first eligible animated feature film. The development marks a significant milestone for India's animation sector, positioning the project as a contender in the Academy Awards' animated feature category. The achievement underscores growing ambitions within Indian studios to gain international recognition at prestigious film industry awards.

via Indulge Express

Thursday, 27 November 2025

Monday, 24 November 2025

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Kantara and Baramulla revitalise VFX studio Identical Brains

Moneycontrol reports that visual effects firm Identical Brains Studios has found renewed momentum through high-profile projects. The studio worked on VFX for Kantara and Baramulla, marking significant growth opportunities. The feature highlights how Indian VFX studios are gaining traction on major film productions, strengthening the sector's reputation domestically and internationally.

via Moneycontrol.com

Thursday, 20 November 2025

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Baahubali's potential to reshape Indian animation's global ambitions

Outlook Respawn reports on how the Baahubali franchise could influence Indian animation's international trajectory. The piece examines the production's scale, technical achievements, and market positioning as benchmarks for the sector's growth. It explores how such high-profile projects might attract global investment, talent, and distribution partnerships, strengthening India's standing in the worldwide animation industry.

via Outlook Respawn

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

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Media and Entertainment Sector Among India's Fastest-Growing Industries

News On AIR reports that India's media and entertainment sector is among the country's fastest-growing industries. The sector, which encompasses animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR technologies, continues to expand as demand for digital content and immersive experiences grows domestically and internationally. This growth reflects increasing investment in AVGC-XR infrastructure, talent development, and production capabilities across the Indian market.

via News On AIR

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PIB highlights India's AVGC-XR sector advancement

The Press Information Bureau reports on initiatives powering India's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors. The announcement underscores government backing for the AVGC-XR industry, a key growth area for India's digital economy and creative exports. Details on specific policy measures, infrastructure support, or sector targets remain within the official communication.

via PIB

Monday, 17 November 2025

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HiTech CEO on Indian animation's global expansion through OTT and world-ready storytelling

Adgully.com reports on HiTech Animation CEO Ashish Thapar's views on the Indian animation sector's international growth. The interview covers the studio's work on projects like Kurukshetra and discusses how Indian animation is reaching global audiences via OTT platforms. Thapar addresses the importance of world-ready storytelling in positioning Indian studios competitively on the world stage.

via Adgully.com

Thursday, 13 November 2025

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Tamil Nadu to establish AVGC-XR centre of excellence in Chennai

Investment Guru reports that the Tamil Nadu government plans to set up an AVGC-XR centre of excellence in Chennai to foster digital media innovation. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's capabilities in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors, positioning Chennai as a hub for creative industries and supporting talent development in these high-growth domains.

via Investment Guru

Wednesday, 12 November 2025

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Mythological animation emerging as new wave in Indian cinema

Deccan Chronicle reports that mythological themes are driving a new wave of animated content in Indian cinema. The publication highlights projects including Narsimha and Kurukshetra, underscoring growing creative focus on India's rich mythological narratives within the animation sector. This trend reflects the industry's expanding capacity to develop culturally rooted, visually sophisticated animated productions for domestic and international audiences.

via deccanchronicle.com

Tuesday, 11 November 2025

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IndiaJoy B2B 2025 to strengthen India's creative economy with industry partnerships

The Press Information Bureau announces IndiaJoy B2B 2025, an industry event powered by WAVES Bazaar and Aha, and organised by ProducerBazaar and IndiaJoy. The event is designed to strengthen India's creative economy by fostering B2B connections within the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors. The initiative brings together stakeholders to facilitate business opportunities and collaborative ventures across India's growing AVGC-XR industries.

via PIB

Saturday, 8 November 2025

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MIDCCA to host dialogue on Maharashtra's AVGC-XR Policy implementation

AnimationXpress reports that MIDCCA will host a dialogue focused on the implementation of Maharashtra's AVGC-XR Policy. The initiative aims to facilitate discussion among stakeholders in the animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors regarding policy rollout and industry engagement. This represents a significant step in Maharashtra's efforts to support and develop its growing AVGC-XR ecosystem through structured policy dialogue and industry collaboration.

via Animation Xpress

Thursday, 6 November 2025

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Tamil Nadu to roll out AVGC policy to revamp curriculum and build talent

The Times of India reports that Tamil Nadu will soon launch an AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, XR) policy aimed at revamping the state's educational curriculum and developing skilled talent in the sector. The initiative forms part of the state's broader effort to strengthen its animation and visual effects industry workforce and attract investment in creative technologies.

via The Times of India

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WaveX Invites Startups to WAVES Bazar at IFFI Goa 2025

The Press Information Bureau reports that startup accelerator WaveX is inviting startups to participate in WAVES Bazar during IFFI Goa 2025, scheduled for 20–24 November. The initiative aims to showcase emerging ventures within India's creative and tech sectors at the prestigious International Film Festival of India, providing a platform for networking and investment opportunities within the AVGC-XR ecosystem.

via PIB

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Tamil Nadu to roll out animation and gaming policy

The New Indian Express reports that Tamil Nadu is set to launch a dedicated animation and gaming policy. The state's initiative aims to support and promote the AVGC sector within the region, though specific details of the policy framework remain to be announced. This development reflects growing recognition of Tamil Nadu's potential in India's animation and gaming industries.

via The New Indian Express

Wednesday, 5 November 2025

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Tamil Nadu to introduce industry-shaped AVGC-XR policy focused on talent creation

The New Indian Express reports that Tamil Nadu Minister Thiaga Rajan has announced plans to introduce an AVGC-XR policy shaped by industry stakeholders, with a focus on talent creation. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors through targeted workforce development and industry collaboration.

via The New Indian Express

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Tamil Nadu to roll out AVGC policy soon, says IT Minister

The Hindu reports that Tamil Nadu's IT Minister has announced that an AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, XR) policy will be rolled out soon. The statement signals the state's commitment to developing its animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors, potentially positioning Tamil Nadu as a hub for digital creative industries.

via The Hindu