In this special report, the focus is on the uncertainty surrounding the release of actor Vijay’s film ‘Jannayagan’. The Madras High Court has reserved its order on the producers’ plea against the delay by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Reporter Anagha Keshav reports that despite the producers accepting 27 cuts, the CBFC has sought a second review, citing scenes that ‘hurt religious sentiments’ and unauthorized use of defense force symbols. The film was scheduled to be released on January 9, with the delay threatening to stall the premiere. The program details the legal arguments and the CBFC’s two-tier review process.

In this report, the focus is on Mirumi, a hyper-realistic robot attraction in Tokyo that is set to replace the Labubu craze of 2025. Described as a ‘cute companion robot’ who is tied to a bag, Mirumi reacts to her surroundings with ‘simple but expressive movements’. Unlike Labubu’s ‘evil grin’, this engineering marvel provides an innocent emotional connection by blinking and moving to evoke human reactions. The device, priced at around Rs 11,000, debuted in Las Vegas in 2025 and is now available for pre-order.

In this special report, a medical expert from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital discusses the alarming rise in typhoid cases in urban centres, refuting the notion that it is entirely a rural issue. Doctors highlight that even affluent families using RO purification are at risk due to the ‘fecal-oral route’ of transmission through contaminated raw food and salads. Experts advise that ‘boiling water is a must’ to ensure safety when the effectiveness of RO is uncertain. The discussion also addresses the challenge of antibiotic resistance, stating that patients now require stronger, intravenous antibiotics for longer periods due to things being ‘partially treated’. Key symptoms to look out for include high-grade fever, headache and ‘bad taste’ in the mouth. Experts emphasize that ‘blood culture is the only standard target test’ for accurate diagnosis.

The report focuses on the worrying rise in typhoid cases in urban India, including the National Capital Region (NCR). Despite the widespread use of RO filtration systems, many people are still falling prey to infections. The speaker explains that the danger often lies not in the glass, but in the plate. Sources such as raw food, raw salads and commercial ice in cocktails are identified as major carriers of the virus. The discussion highlights the recent tragedy involving contaminated water in Indore as a sobering reminder of civic apathy. The report also details symptoms such as persistent fever and fatigue, urging viewers to avoid self-medication. While a vaccine exists, speakers emphasize that caution regarding consumption sources is the best defense.