Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s government has withdrawn a controversial circular restricting students and youth from participating in protests organised by Left parties and the CJP. The government clarified that there was no intention to curtail students’ right to protest. Officials also acted against the Tahsildar involved, putting the controversy to rest.

Veteran actress Sowcar Janaki is reportedly in critical condition and undergoing treatment on a ventilator in the ICU of a Chennai hospital. The 95 year old actress was admitted a week ago with respiratory issues and was shifted to the ICU after her condition deteriorated last night. Doctors are closely monitoring her.

Ahead of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s proposed US visit, the US Commission on International Religious Freedom has called for sanctions against the RSS. USCIRF chair Asif Mahmood alleged that RSS affiliated groups have targeted religious minorities and urged the US government to deny high level meetings with RSS leaders.

Five Americans were among seven people killed after a tourist helicopter crashed in Samburu County, northern Kenya. The helicopter was carrying six passengers and a pilot when it went down near Mount Ololokwe on Wednesday. Ecuador’s intelligence chief Michele Sensi Contugi and his wife were also among the victims.

YCP chief YS Jagan is likely to travel to Hyderabad to attend a wedding ceremony on Friday. While details about the event and his schedule are yet to be officially confirmed, Jagan’s possible visit to the city is now attracting attention among political circles.

Irumudi is turning out to be a strong overseas bet for Ravi Teja, with its rights valued at ₹4 crore. The film has set a new career high for his overseas market. With encouraging pre sales and solid goodwill, the film is heading towards a career best opening, but needs $1 million to achieve break even.

Amazon has been fined Rs 1 lakh by the Central Consumer Protection Authority for allowing ordinary sweets to be sold online as ‘Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad’. The CCPA said Amazon cannot escape responsibility by calling itself merely an intermediary. The sweets were allegedly marketed without authenticated permission from the temple trust.

The US is set to introduce stricter Green Card rules from September 18, making the public charge assessment tougher for applicants. USCIS will examine factors including age, health, income, education, family situation and job skills more closely. In certain cases, applicants may also be required to provide a financial bond to prove self sufficiency.

Senior YSRCP leader Botsa Satyanarayana has made a key announcement regarding his daughter Anusha’s political entry. He confirmed that Anusha will enter the electoral fray in the upcoming Zilla Parishad elections and is likely to be in the race for Vizianagaram Zilla Parishad Chairperson, marking her formal entry into politics.

The excitement around Yash’s Toxic is growing as the much awaited pre release event is set to take place in Hyderabad on August 22. The grand event will be held at Malla Reddy University from 5 PM onwards, promising a massive celebration for fans and movie lovers.

Jr NTR is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his beloved pet dog Bagheera, who had been by his side for the past four years. The actor shared his grief with fans, remembering the special bond they shared. Bagheera’s passing has left Jr NTR and his family deeply saddened.

TN CM Vijay has announced new benefits for all Members of the Legislative Assembly. Apart from providing vehicles to MLAs, the government will offer ₹75,000 every month towards vehicle maintenance and a driver. Each MLA will also receive ₹25,000 monthly to appoint a personal assistant, according to the announcement.

The PM CARES Fund had a corpus of ₹8,452 crore at the end of 2024-25 but spent only ₹87.85 lakh during the year, according to its latest accounts. Around 93% of the fund, worth nearly ₹7,847 crore, was kept in fixed deposits, with the disclosure released after a delay.

A massive fire broke out at a hotel on Kolkata’s Free School Street early Wednesday, leaving at least nine people dead, including a child. All victims were reportedly Bangladeshi nationals visiting the city for medical treatment. Initial reports suggest an air conditioner explosion may have triggered the blaze, though the exact cause remains unconfirmed.

Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday is reportedly heading towards a massive $1 billion global opening, with early presales already surpassing Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The strong advance sales have sparked huge expectations for the December release, which is set for a major holiday box office clash with Dune: Part Three.

The Tamil Nadu government has announced that women government employees will receive 365 days of maternity leave for their third child, up from the existing 12 weeks or 3 months. The move brings the benefit on par with leave available for the first two children and aims to support women’s welfare and empowerment.

The timeless classic Nagarjuna and Maniratnam's Geethanjali is all set to return to cinemas on August 28 worldwide. The beloved romantic drama will be screened in both Telugu and Tamil, giving audiences another opportunity to experience the magic of the classic on the big screen after decades.

Colgate has warned that inflation could become a major challenge and hinted at possible price hikes for its products. The company is facing rising input costs and broader economic pressures. While no immediate increase was confirmed, consumers could see higher prices if inflationary pressures continue to impact the business.

The team of Toxic is reportedly planning to seek a ticket price hike in Andhra Pradesh. As per the current plans, 6 AM special shows may be priced at ₹500–₹600, while regular shows could see a ₹50–₹100 hike for the first five days. No government approval has been issued yet.

Director Shiva Nirvana has revealed that there will be no paid premieres for Irumudi as it is a thriller. He believes revealing the film’s twist or key thrills beforehand could affect the audience’s experience. The director wants viewers to discover the suspense naturally and experience the film’s full impact.