In a surprising disease-control experiment, Google is seeking approval to release up to 32 million specially treated male mosquitoes across parts of California and Florida. The project aims to reduce the spread of mosquito-borne diseases by disrupting breeding cycles and lowering populations capable of carrying harmful pathogens.

Director H Vinoth’s latest statement about Vijay’s Jana Nayagan has sparked strong buzz in the film industry. He admitted that he doesn’t have the courage to reveal the real reason behind the delay, leading to speculation about serious behind-the-scenes issues affecting the film’s progress and release schedule.

Actor Manoj Bajpayee has revealed that he and his family received threats amid the controversy surrounding his upcoming film Ghooskhor Pandat. The backlash began after objections were raised over the film’s title, leading to online trolling, abuse, and legal complaints. The makers later apologized and agreed to change the title following widespread criticism.

Peddi is all set for a smooth premiere run in the USA as overseas content updates are progressing steadily. Telugu content has reached all electronic locations, while HDD sites will receive it on Monday. Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam versions are being transmitted, ensuring a wide and seamless release abroad.

A Crucial Meeting between Mythri and SVC will begin in an hour over Natraj Theater, Nizamabad. It has become a Prestige issue as it is Dil Raju and Sirish Reddy‘s Home Town. Once the issue is resolved, Peddi will release in SVC Theaters as well.

The Surya Chauhan murder case witnessed a major twist after the main accused, Asad, was killed in a police encounter in Ghaziabad. Police said Asad allegedly opened fire while trying to escape. A constable was injured during the operation, while another suspect reportedly managed to flee.

A massive dust storm swept across Rajasthan, engulfing Churu and nearby districts in thick clouds of sand and reducing visibility to near zero. Strong winds disrupted traffic, forced vehicles to stop, and plunged several areas into darkness before rainfall brought temporary relief from the scorching heat.

During the Chennai promotions of Peddi, Ram Charan congratulated Vijay on his political journey. Charan praised Vijay for leaving behind immense stardom and a peak film career to serve the people. Calling it a proud moment for the film industry, he extended his heartfelt wishes to the Tamil Nadu leader.

The runtime of Ram Charan Starrer Peddi has reportedly been locked at 3 hours and 32 seconds. The lengthy duration suggests a grand-scale narrative packed with drama, action, and emotions. It remains to be seen whether the film's content can keep audiences engaged throughout its extended runtime.

Janhvi Kapoor has revealed that she is unlikely to take up another Malayalam speaking role anytime soon. The actress said Malayalam is a beautiful language but found it very difficult to perform in. Janhvi added that she is more familiar with Telugu and Tamil and is currently enjoying her journey in regional cinema, especially Telugu films.

Writer Nagendra Kasi heaped praise on Atlee’s upcoming film Raaka, calling it a landmark project in Indian cinema. He said Atlee is creating something never seen before and revealed that the film’s thrilling moments were highly impactful even on the sets without BGM. Nagendra believes Raaka will deliver a massive big screen experience for audiences. Watch Here

Tamil star Ajith Kumar’s mother, Mohini, passed away on Saturday morning at her residence. She had been suffering from age related health issues for some time. Her demise has saddened family members, friends and fans. Several film personalities and industry colleagues have expressed their condolences and paid tribute to Mohini, offering support to Ajith and his family.

Peddi has suffered a major blow in Telangana after the High Court declined to intervene in its ticket price hike request. The film’s team withdrew its petition after receiving no favorable response from the Home Secretary despite two representations. Citing previous rulings on ticket pricing, the court refused to issue any orders.

The overseas distribution of PEDDI has encountered a minor setback, with only Part 1 of the Telugu version reaching electronic locations so far. Part 2 is expected within hours, while HDD deliveries are scheduled for Monday. The team must accelerate content dispatch to avoid any disruption to overseas premiere screenings.

The United States has revoked the visa of a Chinese journalist working for Xinhua, escalating a growing media dispute with China. The move came after Beijing expelled a New York Times correspondent. Both nations have traded accusations over press freedom, raising fresh concerns about journalist access and worsening diplomatic tensions.

A major company reportedly spent an astonishing $500 million on Anthropic’s Claude AI in a single month after failing to set usage limits for employees. Thousands of workers freely used the AI platform, causing costs to spiral out of control. The incident has sparked fresh concerns over AI governance, spending controls, and whether massive enterprise AI investments are delivering meaningful returns.

Teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripted history during Rajasthan Royals’ IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 clash against Gujarat Titans. The 15 year old smashed 96 off 47 balls with 8 fours and 7 sixes. He became the first uncapped player to score 700 plus runs in a single IPL season and also the fastest batter to complete 1000 IPL runs in terms of balls faced.

Rishabh Pant has stepped down as Lucknow Super Giants captain after the team’s disastrous IPL season. Bought for a record Rs 27 crore, Pant failed to deliver both as skipper and batter, with LSG finishing last after winning just three matches. The franchise accepted his decision immediately. Reports suggest pressure from management and poor performances influenced Pant’s move.

Actor Naga Chaitanya approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection against AI generated videos, manipulated clips and defamatory online content using his name and image. His legal team objected to claims linking his divorce with Samantha Ruth Prabhu and accused several platforms of spreading false narratives for traffic. The court issued summons and scheduled the next hearing for September 30.

The government has decided to involve the Indian Air Force to transport NEET UG 2026 question papers for the June 21 re-exam. This move aims to ensure a leak proof and secure examination process after earlier paper leak issues. Officials said multiple agencies will coordinate to maintain strict security and conduct a fair nationwide medical entrance exam smoothly.