Inaugural announcement

NOIDA, 20 February 2026 – The 14th Global Festival of Journalism & AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming & Comics) officially opens today at the International Journalism Centre, Noida. The three‑day festival, held from 12th to 14th February 2026, brings together media professionals, filmmakers, journalists, and students from over 30 countries. The festival features panel discussions on AI in journalism, masterclasses by Oscar‑winning animators, and the prestigious GFJN Awards ceremony. Highlights include the “Mahatma Gandhi National Award for Peace” and the “Journalism Excellence Award” recognising outstanding reporting from conflict zones. International Journalism Centre, under the leadership of Dr. Marwah, has organised this annual event for over a decade, creating a platform where traditional journalism meets the rapidly evolving AVGC sector.