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Thursday, 27 August 2026

India and France launch desibel to boost AVGC-XR sector

PressReader reports that India and France have launched desibel, a collaborative initiative aimed at bolstering the AVGC-XR (animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality) sector. The programme represents a bilateral effort to strengthen creative industries and foster growth across digital media, visual effects, gaming, and immersive technologies. Details on specific funding, participating institutions, or implementation timeline were not disclosed in the announcement.

via PressReader

11:26 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

Desibel Initiative Unites India and France to Elevate AVGC-XR Industry

Digital Studio India reports that the Desibel Initiative is bringing together India and France to strengthen the AVGC-XR sector and visual storytelling capabilities. The initiative aims to elevate both nations' creative industries on the global stage, fostering collaboration between the two countries' animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR communities. This partnership underscores growing international recognition of India's AVGC-XR potential and deepens cross-border creative ties.

via Digital Studio India

Wednesday, 26 August 2026

23:06 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

India and France to strengthen AVGC-XR talent collaboration with Desibel

MillenniumPost reports that India and France are set to strengthen talent development in the AVGC-XR sector through a partnership involving Desibel. The initiative aims to foster collaboration between the two nations in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors, enhancing opportunities for professionals and creative workers across both countries' digital media industries.

via MillenniumPost

21:30 ISTAnimation VFX

VES Awards Add Short-Form Category, Expand Animation Recognition

Cartoon Brew reports that the VES Awards have introduced a new short-form category and revised competition rules for animated projects. Animated series will now compete alongside features under the updated framework. The awards have also split the CG cinematography category into separate animation and photoreal divisions, broadening recognition across different animation disciplines and production types.

via Cartoon Brew

20:58 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

Embassy of France and IFI launch Desibel to boost India's AVGC-XR skills

Education21.in reports that the Embassy of France and IFI have launched Desibel, an initiative designed to enhance skills in India's AVGC-XR sector and facilitate global creative exchange. The programme aims to strengthen India's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality capabilities whilst fostering international collaboration and talent development in these creative industries.

via education21.in

20:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

Netflix partners with IICT to offer up to 80% scholarships for creative programmes

EdexLive reports that Netflix has partnered with IICT to provide scholarships covering up to 80% of costs across six industry-aligned creative programmes. The initiative aims to support talent development in India's creative sectors, offering accessible pathways for students interested in careers aligned with the streaming platform's production and creative needs.

via EdexLive

17:28 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

France and India launch Desibel to drive next-gen AVGC-XR skills

Education Times reports that France and India have launched Desibel, a joint initiative designed to develop next-generation skills in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors. The programme emphasises cross-cultural learning and knowledge exchange between the two nations. This collaboration aims to strengthen the AVGC-XR ecosystem by fostering talent development and international partnerships in emerging digital media technologies.

via Education Times

14:15 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

WAVES Digital Platforms expand opportunities for media and entertainment sector

The Press Information Bureau reports that WAVES Digital Platforms is expanding business, investment, and innovation opportunities for India's media and entertainment sector. The initiative aims to bolster growth across digital media verticals, supporting studios, creators, and technology providers. WAVES seeks to foster collaboration between industry stakeholders and facilitate access to capital, mentorship, and market opportunities for companies operating in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR domains.

via PIB

14:14 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

French initiative Desibel aims to take India's AVGC-XR talent to global stage

The Economic Times reports that Desibel, a French initiative, is working to elevate India's AVGC-XR sector talent internationally. The programme seeks to connect Indian animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR professionals with global opportunities and audiences, strengthening India's position in the creative industries and fostering cross-border collaboration within the creative economy.

via The Economic Times

12:40 ISTAnimation VFX Comics XR

IICT and Netflix launch scholarships for Indian storytellers across six programs

The Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix are partnering to support the next generation of Indian storytellers through scholarships spanning six programmes. The initiative aims to nurture talent in India's creative industries and strengthen the country's storytelling ecosystem across multiple disciplines.

via PIB

Tuesday, 25 August 2026

20:22 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

India-France initiative 'Desibel' to promote Indian AVGC-XR talent globally

MediaBrief reports that a new India-France initiative called 'Desibel' has been launched with the aim of elevating Indian animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR talent on the global stage. The collaborative effort seeks to facilitate international opportunities and partnerships for Indian creative professionals in the AVGC-XR sectors, strengthening cross-border ties between the two nations' creative industries.

via MediaBrief

14:41 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

India and France strengthen cultural ties via Desibel platform for AVGC-XR industry

MediaNews4U reports that India and France have launched the 'Desibel' platform to strengthen cultural ties and support India's AVGC-XR sector. The initiative aims to foster collaboration between the two nations in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality industries. The platform facilitates knowledge exchange, partnership opportunities, and talent mobility between Indian and French creative professionals and studios.

via MediaNews4U

11:48 ISTVFX

Netflix's VFX investment signals new opportunity for India

MediaNews4U reports on Netflix's investment in VFX work through Operation Safed Sagar, presenting fresh opportunities for India's visual effects sector. The initiative underscores growing confidence in Indian VFX studios' capabilities and infrastructure. Netflix's commitment to local VFX production could strengthen India's position as a global VFX hub and create employment for skilled professionals in the animation and visual effects industry.

via MediaNews4U

11:43 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

Netflix and IICT offer up to 80% scholarships for AVGC courses

Outlook Respawn reports that Netflix and the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) are jointly offering scholarships covering up to 80% of fees for animation, VFX, gaming, and comics courses. The initiative aims to support talented individuals seeking professional training in India's growing AVGC sector. Details on eligibility criteria and application procedures were not specified in the announcement.

via Outlook Respawn

04:00 ISTVFX

VFX breakdown: Star City by DNEG

Befores & Afters publishes an in-depth VFX breakdown of Star City by DNEG. The article goes behind the scenes of the project, detailing the visual effects techniques and processes employed by the Indian VFX studio. DNEG's work on the film showcases the technical expertise and capabilities of India's VFX sector in delivering high-quality effects for major productions.

via befores & afters

Monday, 24 August 2026

17:42 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

IICT and Netflix offer scholarships to 100 AVGC-XR students

Indian Television Dot Com reports that IICT and Netflix are offering scholarships to 100 students in the AVGC-XR sector. The initiative aims to support talent development in animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality fields across India. The partnership underscores growing industry investment in nurturing the next generation of creative professionals in these high-growth digital media segments.

via Indian Television Dot Com

16:56 ISTAnimation VFX XR

IICT and Netflix announce scholarships for 100 students across six programmes

Fortune India reports that IICT and Netflix have announced scholarships for 100 students across six programmes. The initiative aims to support talent development in creative disciplines relevant to the AVGC-XR sector. Details on the specific programmes and eligibility criteria were provided by the publications.

via Fortune India

16:48 ISTAnimation VFX ComicsChandigarh

Ministry of I&B launches pilot of 'Gems of India' in Chandigarh

The Press Information Bureau reports that India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has launched a pilot programme called 'Gems of India' in Chandigarh. The initiative aims to promote and showcase Indian cultural and creative content. Details regarding the programme's specific focus on animation, VFX, comics, or other AVGC-XR sectors remain limited from the official announcement, though such government-backed initiatives typically support India's creative industries and talent development.

via PIB

16:38 ISTAnimation VFX Comics XR

IICT and Netflix offer scholarships to 100 Indian storytellers

AnimationXpress reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and Netflix have partnered to offer scholarships to 100 students across six creative programmes. The initiative aims to provide opportunities for India's next generation of storytellers in the AVGC-XR sector, expanding access to professional development in animation, VFX, comics, and related creative disciplines.

via AnimationXpress

11:55 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XRTamil Nadu

GENESIS Launches Entrepreneur-in-Residence Cohort-3 at Coimbatore Startup Summit

The Press Information Bureau reports that GENESIS has launched its third Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) cohort at the GENESIS NextGen Startup Summit in Coimbatore. The initiative supports early-stage entrepreneurs in the startup ecosystem. Details on specific focus areas, mentor involvement, and participant selection criteria were not provided in the announcement, though the programme represents continued institutional backing for venture creation in the region.

via PIB

Saturday, 22 August 2026

09:53 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

First steering committee meeting held for 57th IFFI under MoS Dr. L. Murugan

The Press Information Bureau reports that the first steering committee meeting for the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) was held under the chairmanship of Minister of State Dr. L. Murugan. The meeting reviewed festival preparations. IFFI is India's premier cinema event and a significant platform for showcasing Indian animation, visual effects, and digital content to a global audience, making it relevant to the country's AVGC-XR sector.

via PIB

04:10 ISTVFX

DNEG releases VFX breakdown for For All Mankind season 5

Befores & Afters reports that DNEG has released a new visual effects breakdown reel showcasing the studio's work on the fifth season of the Apple TV+ series For All Mankind. The reel highlights the VFX techniques and processes employed by the Indian-headquartered studio on the sci-fi drama series.

via befores & afters

Friday, 21 August 2026

19:00 ISTAnimation VFX

Assemblage delivers VFX for Wolf King season 2's fantasy creatures

AnimationXpress profiles how Indian VFX studio Assemblage created werewolves, weresharks, lionlords and dark magic effects for the second season of fantasy series Wolf King. The studio tackled complex character transformations and creature design amidst shifting character loyalties. The production required sophisticated visual effects work to bring the fantastical elements to life on screen.

via AnimationXpress

Thursday, 20 August 2026

16:32 ISTVFX

Vine FX delivers 150 VFX shots for Netflix's Enola Holmes 3

AnimationXpress reports that Vine FX has contributed visual effects expertise to Netflix's Enola Holmes 3, delivering 150 shots that combine puzzle-driven sequences, action enhancements, and invisible effects to strengthen the film's Victorian-era setting. The Indian VFX studio's work spans both visible and seamless visual storytelling techniques for the streaming platform's latest period mystery adventure.

via AnimationXpress

Wednesday, 19 August 2026

23:08 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

IICT signs multi-State pact to boost AVGC-XR ecosystem

Indian Broadcasting World reports that the Indian Institute of Creative and Technology (IICT) has signed a multi-State pact to strengthen India's AVGC-XR ecosystem. The agreement aims to boost collaboration across multiple states, supporting the animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. Details on participating states and specific initiatives were not provided in the announcement.

via Indian Broadcasting World

19:45 ISTAnimation VFX

The growing role of whoosh sound effects in modern animation and VFX

AnimationXpress explores how whoosh sound effects have become integral to modern animation and VFX production. The publication examines how sound design enhances the perceived quality of movement in animation, from character actions and camera motion through digital environments to logo animations. Sound effects contribute to making on-screen movement feel both convincing and visually impressive to audiences.

via AnimationXpress

Monday, 17 August 2026

18:35 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming

PM Modi identifies animation, gaming and VFX as India's soft-power engines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has identified animation, VFX, gaming, and digital content as important components of India's soft-power ambitions, according to AnimationXpress. In his Independence Day address, Modi highlighted the concert economy alongside these creative sectors as key drivers of India's cultural influence globally. The recognition underscores the government's focus on leveraging India's creative industries for international impact.

via AnimationXpress

09:57 ISTVFX

Behind the scenes of Operation Safed Sagar

Befores & Afters reports on a new featurette showcasing the shooting locations and aerial scenes from Operation Safed Sagar. The behind-the-scenes content highlights the filmmaking process, including how aerial sequences were captured during production. The featurette provides insight into the technical execution and location work involved in bringing the project to screen.

via befores & afters

Friday, 14 August 2026

20:03 ISTVFX

VES announces speaker lineup for inaugural Women Who Lead Summit

Cartoon Brew reports that the Visual Effects Society has unveiled speakers for its inaugural Women Who Lead Summit in Los Angeles. The event will feature industry leaders including Bárbara Muschietti, Brit MacRae, and Pavani Boddapati, among others. The summit aims to highlight women's leadership and contributions to the visual effects industry.

via Cartoon Brew

Thursday, 13 August 2026

21:24 ISTAnimation VFX

Cascadeur 2026.2 adds animation layers and AI integration capabilities

Animation World Network reports that Nekkis has released Cascadeur 2026.2, enhancing its physics-assisted character animation tool. The update introduces animation layers that split motion into additive components, adds easing controls for improved interpolation, and incorporates a built-in MCP server enabling integration with external AI agents. The release also supports three additional languages, expanding accessibility for global animators and VFX professionals working with character animation workflows.

via Animation World Network

21:10 ISTAnimation VFX XRTelangana

IICT and JioStar collaborate on photogrammetry and 8K production research

EdexLive reports that the International Institute of Information Technology (IICT) has partnered with JioStar to undertake research in photogrammetry and 8K production technologies. The collaboration aims to advance cutting-edge production capabilities within India's AVGC sector, combining academic expertise with industry resources to drive innovation in high-resolution content creation and spatial capture methodologies.

via EdexLive

19:24 ISTAnimation VFX Comics

Netflix invests in India's next generation of creative storytellers

AnimationXpress reports that Netflix is investing in India's next generation of creative talent, positioning the country's emerging storytellers as key drivers of future global exports. The platform's commitment underscores Netflix's confidence in Indian creative talent and their potential to produce globally competitive content across animation, VFX, and related sectors.

via AnimationXpress

15:14 ISTAnimation VFX

IICT and JioStar launch research initiative for 8K production workflows

Bestmediainfo reports that the Indian Institute of Cinematography and Television (IICT) and JioStar have launched a joint research initiative focused on 8K production workflows. The collaboration aims to advance technical capabilities and standards within India's media and broadcast infrastructure, supporting the country's growing AVGC sector.

via bestmediainfo.com

03:03 ISTAnimation VFX

Prague's All Animal creates World of Warcraft x Dungeons & Dragons crossover trailer

Animation World Network reports that Prague-based studio All Animal has created a 37-second cinematic for a crossover between World of Warcraft and Dungeons & Dragons. The piece features a 20-sided die moving through handcrafted-style dioramas of Azeroth, capturing moments from gaming history. Wizards of the Coast commissioned the work directly, and All Animal premiered it at Gen Con.

via Animation World Network

01:18 ISTAnimation VFX

Jerome Chen to discuss Spider-Man VFX at VIEW Conference 2026

Animation World Network reports that Jerome Chen will present VFX insights from Spider-Man: Brand New Day at VIEW Conference 2026, taking place October 12-16 in Turin. The programme also features Peter Timberlake discussing Obsession and Oscar-winner Chris Lavis conducting a hands-on workshop in puppet construction and animatic creation, where participants will shoot their own stop-motion sequences. The conference attracts global AVGC professionals and students.

via Animation World Network

00:19 ISTAnimation VFX ComicsMaharashtra

19th Mumbai International Film Festival 2026 launches with creative powerhouse push

The Press Information Bureau reports that the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival 2026 has opened with a strategic focus on positioning India as a global creative powerhouse. The festival aims to strengthen India's standing in the international film and creative industries, emphasising the country's potential to lead in animation, VFX, and visual storytelling. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to develop India's AVGC sector competitiveness on the world stage.

via PIB

Wednesday, 12 August 2026

19:54 ISTAnimation VFXMaharashtra

88 Pictures celebrates decade of expansion across India and globally

AnimationXpress reports that 88 Pictures has marked 10 years of operations, expanding from its foundation to establish presence across Mumbai, Bengaluru, Toronto and London. The Indian animation and VFX studio has grown its creative workforce and production capacity significantly over the past decade, strengthening its position in the AVGC sector whilst establishing international operations.

via AnimationXpress

Tuesday, 11 August 2026

19:34 ISTVFX Animation

View Conference 2026 announces Spider-Man VFX supervisor Jerome Chen as keynote speaker

AnimationXpress reports that View Conference 2026 has secured Jerome Chen, visual effects supervisor on Spider-Man films, as a keynote speaker. The conference will feature discussions on web-slinging superheroes, invisible villains, and handcrafted puppets, assembling a blockbuster line-up of visual effects and animation talent. The event represents a significant draw for India's VFX community, offering access to Hollywood's top creative minds.

via AnimationXpress

17:10 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XRTelangana

ICMEG to host Media & Entertainment IP Summit 2026 in Hyderabad

AnimationXpress reports that the Indian Council for Media, Entertainment Gaming (ICMEG) has announced the Media & Entertainment IP Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, positioned as one of India's most ambitious convergence events. The summit will gather next-generation creative and intellectual property leaders in the media and entertainment sector, serving as a focal point for India's growing creative industries ecosystem.

via AnimationXpress

11:24 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

IICT and Graphiti Studios partnership strengthens AVGC-XR industry-academia collaboration

Digital Studio India reports that IICT (Indian Institute of Creative Technologies) has partnered with Graphiti Studios to deepen ties between the AVGC-XR sector and academic institutions. The collaboration aims to strengthen the industry-academia connect, presumably through knowledge exchange, mentorship, or curriculum development initiatives that support India's growing animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR talent pipeline.

via Digital Studio India

Saturday, 8 August 2026

00:51 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming XR

Registration Opens for SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 in Kuala Lumpur

Animation World Network reports that registration has opened for SIGGRAPH Asia, the annual computer graphics conference taking place in Kuala Lumpur from December 1–4. The event brings together professionals, academics, educators and students to share insights in cutting-edge technology across animation, VFX, gaming and immersive experiences. Indian studios, developers and professionals regularly attend to stay current with global industry trends and network with peers across the AVGC-XR sectors.

via Animation World Network

Friday, 7 August 2026

16:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

Nasscom positions AVGC-XR as driver of India's creative and digital economy

Nasscom has released a statement emphasising the role of animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality (AVGC-XR) in powering India's next phase of creative and digital economy growth. The industry body underscores the sector's potential to generate employment, foster innovation, and establish India as a global hub for digital content creation and immersive technologies.

via Nasscom

Thursday, 6 August 2026

18:45 ISTVFX Animation

From Mumbai Garage to Eight Oscars: Namit Malhotra Producing India's Ramayana

The Better India reports that Oscar-winning VFX pioneer Namit Malhotra, who founded his studio in a Mumbai garage, is now producing an adaptation of India's Ramayana. Malhotra has won eight Academy Awards for his work in visual effects, establishing himself as a leading figure in India's VFX industry. The production marks a significant project blending his technical expertise with Indian storytelling.

via The Better India

12:30 ISTVFX

Netflix's Operation Safed Sagar contributes over US$24 million to India's economy

Netflix reports that the production 'Operation Safed Sagar' has contributed over US$24 million to India's economy. The figure underscores the growing importance of international streaming productions filmed in India, which generate significant economic activity through local employment, infrastructure spending, and vendor payments. Such large-scale productions strengthen India's position as a competitive destination for global content creation.

via Netflix

12:30 ISTVFX

Netflix develops Operation Safed Sagar drama on India-Pakistan Kargil War

Variety reports that Netflix is developing a series centred on Operation Safed Sagar, the untold story of the India-Pakistan Kargil War. The high-altitude drama represents a significant investment by the streaming platform in Indian content production. Details regarding the production timeline, cast, and VFX requirements remain undisclosed in the report.

via Variety

09:37 ISTGaming Animation VFX XR

Aptech EVP discusses gaming education and India's AVGC sector growth

Outlook Respawn publishes an interview with Abir Aich, EVP at Aptech, on gaming education and India's AVGC-XR sector development. The piece explores how educational institutions are positioning themselves to support India's growing animation, VFX, gaming, and XR industries. Aich discusses trends in gaming talent development and the broader implications for India's creative economy.

via Outlook Respawn

Wednesday, 5 August 2026

22:39 ISTVFX

DNEG adopts Foundry's Hiero for editorial pipeline across productions

Animation World Network reports that leading VFX house DNEG has migrated its editorial pipeline to Foundry's Hiero software. The studio is already deploying the tool on episodic, film, and experience-based projects currently in production, with full migration expected by year-end. DNEG's adoption underscores industry momentum towards Foundry's colour and editorial solutions in major VFX workflows.

via Animation World Network

Tuesday, 4 August 2026

17:13 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XRUttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh government plans advanced AVGC-XR park in Jewar

Indianmasterminds reports that the Uttar Pradesh government is planning an advanced AVGC-XR park in Jewar to boost the digital creative industry and generate employment. The initiative aims to strengthen the state's animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors by providing dedicated infrastructure and facilities for creative professionals and studios in the region.

via Indianmasterminds

Saturday, 1 August 2026

12:30 ISTVFX

Namit Malhotra: From Mumbai garage to Oscar-winning VFX empire

The Better India profiles Namit Malhotra's journey building an Oscar-winning VFX empire from a Mumbai garage. The feature chronicles how the entrepreneur scaled his operations to become a significant player in India's visual effects sector, contributing to the nation's growing reputation in global VFX production and demonstrating the potential for home-grown talent to achieve international recognition in the AVGC space.

via The Better India

Friday, 31 July 2026

18:04 ISTAnimation VFXChhattisgarh

AAFT University Raipur Focuses on Industry-Oriented Animation and VFX Education

India Gazette reports that AAFT University Raipur is delivering industry-oriented animation and VFX education programmes designed for tomorrow's creative professionals. The institution emphasises bridging the gap between academic training and professional practice, preparing students for careers in India's growing animation and visual effects sector. Such educational initiatives support talent development in the country's AVGC ecosystem.

via indiagazette.com

Thursday, 30 July 2026

12:30 ISTVFX Animation

Ramayana trailer released: Can Prime Focus turn India's most expensive movie into a winning investment?

Upstox reports on the release of the Ramayana trailer and examines whether Prime Focus can recoup its investment in what is described as India's most expensive movie. The report raises questions about the commercial viability of the ambitious project and its potential returns for the studio backing the production.

via Upstox

Wednesday, 29 July 2026

22:23 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

Government Expands Digital Support for India's AVGC-XR Industry

Devdiscourse reports that India's government is expanding digital support measures for the AVGC-XR sector. The initiative aims to strengthen infrastructure and resources available to animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality companies operating within the country. This expansion reflects the government's commitment to fostering growth in India's digital creative industries and enhancing the sector's global competitiveness.

via Devdiscourse

18:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

MIB launches WAVES Bazaar and WaveX initiatives to support AVGC-XR sector

IndianTelevision.com reports that India's Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has rolled out WAVES Bazaar and WaveX programmes to boost the animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and XR sectors. The initiatives are designed to provide support and opportunities for growth within India's AVGC-XR industry, though specific details about programme scope and implementation remain to be clarified by official channels.

via indiantelevision.com

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

WAVES Bazaar and WaveX driving investment and startup opportunities in Indian media

Storyboard18 reports that WAVES Bazaar and WaveX are catalysing investment and startup growth in India's media sector, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The initiatives are creating pathways for entrepreneurs and investors to connect within the country's growing AVGC and digital media landscape, supporting innovation and business development across content creation and emerging technology sectors.

via Storyboard18

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

MIB highlights WAVES Bazaar, WaveX, and IICT to bolster India's AVGC-XR ecosystem

Adgully.com reports that the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) is championing several initiatives to strengthen India's AVGC-XR sector. The ministry is promoting WAVES Bazaar, WaveX, and IICT as key platforms and institutions to support the industry's growth. These initiatives aim to foster ecosystem development, market linkages, and infrastructure strengthening for animation, VFX, gaming, comics, and extended reality professionals across India.

via Adgully.com

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

WAVES Digital Platforms Expand Business and Investment Opportunities for Media and Entertainment

The Press Information Bureau reports that WAVES Digital Platforms is expanding business, investment, and innovation opportunities for India's media and entertainment sector. The initiative aims to bolster growth across the industry by facilitating new partnerships and capital flows. WAVES seeks to strengthen India's position in the global media and entertainment landscape through enhanced digital infrastructure and ecosystem development.

via PIB

Wednesday, 22 July 2026

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Comics

eRoof Annual 2026 to focus on building tomorrow's leaders in animation and VFX

AnimationXpress reports on eRoof's annual 2026 initiative aimed at developing the next generation of talent in the animation, VFX, and comics sectors. The programme emphasises leadership development and skills training for emerging professionals. eRoof's focus on nurturing talent aligns with efforts to strengthen India's AVGC workforce and address industry talent gaps. The initiative underscores the sector's commitment to sustainable growth through comprehensive human resource development.

via Animation Xpress

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics

Government backs Indian filmmakers with financial aid, international partnerships and global promotion

The Press Information Bureau reports that the Indian government is supporting domestic filmmakers through financial assistance, international partnerships, and global promotional initiatives. The move aims to strengthen India's film sector and enhance its global visibility. Details on specific schemes, funding amounts, and participating studios were not disclosed in the announcement.

via PIB

Tuesday, 21 July 2026

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

IICT joins India's AVGC-XR outreach mission to South Korea, Japan

EdexLive reports that IICT (International Institute of Creative Technology) has joined India's AVGC-XR outreach mission to South Korea and Japan. The initiative aims to strengthen India's position in animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors internationally. The mission represents efforts to expand India's AVGC-XR industry presence and foster collaborative opportunities with key Asian markets, supporting talent exchange and industry partnerships across the region.

via EdexLive

Monday, 20 July 2026

12:30 ISTAnimation VFX Gaming Comics XR

IICT studies Korea, Japan creative ecosystems to strengthen India's AVGC-XR sector

AnimationXpress reports that the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) is studying the creative ecosystems of Korea and Japan to inform strategies for boosting India's AVGC-XR ambitions. The institute's research aims to identify best practices and frameworks from these established markets that could be adapted to accelerate growth in India's animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, and extended reality sectors. The study is expected to provide actionable insights for strengthening India's competitive position in the global AVGC-XR industry.

via Animation Xpress