- ₹500 crore at stake. CBFC stops Vijay’s Jananayagam ahead of Pongal release. pongal release opposite
- Mirumi Robot Attraction from Tokyo | Cute AI companion set to replace Labuboo craze Labubu out, Mirumi in
- Typhoid cases increased in cities. RO water unsafe, antibiotic resistance increasing. expert advice
- Typhoid cases increase in urban India. RO water is not enough, food a hidden risk. toxic water crisis
Release of Vijay’s ‘Jannanayagan’ uncertain: Madras HC reserves order on censor certificate petition
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.
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₹500 crore at stake. CBFC stops Vijay’s Jananayagam ahead of Pongal release. pongal release opposite
In this special report, India Today Executive Editor Akshita Nandagopal analyzes the big setback faced by actor-politician Thalapathy Vijay’s last film ‘Jannanayagam’. Scheduled for a grand Pongal release on January 9, the film’s certification has been put on hold by the censor board after a screening committee member claimed it ‘hurts the sentiments of the minority community’ and misuses defense symbols. Highlighting the financial risk, Akshita Nandagopal said that ‘Rs 500 crore is at stake’ and tickets worth up to ₹2,000 have already been sold. The delay also poses a political challenge for Vijay, whose party TVK had hoped to leverage the film’s message ahead of the April elections. The report also compares it with the smooth release of Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘Parashakthi’.
Mirumi Robot Attraction from Tokyo | Cute AI companion set to replace Labuboo craze Labubu out, Mirumi in
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.
Typhoid cases increased in cities. RO water unsafe, antibiotic resistance increasing. expert advice
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.
Typhoid cases increase in urban India. RO water is not enough, food a hidden risk. toxic water crisis
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.
