Nandamuri Balakrishna has appeared in an unexpected corner of the U.S.–Iran debate. Iran’s embassy in Zimbabwe shared a 58-second action clip from his Telugu film Bhagavanth Kesari on X, using the scene to respond to U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks about Iran. The September 23 post has drawn attention from Telugu film fans as well as people following the exchange between the two countries. The embassy’s post

Ilaiyaraaja has received a ceremonial stamp honour at the Australian Parliament in recognition of his 50 years in cinema. The celebrated composer shared the news on social media, describing the moment as deeply moving for someone who grew up in a remote village in Tamil Nadu. Ilaiyaraaja thanks artists and listeners Ilaiyaraaja thanked Victorian Finance Minister E

Andhra Pradesh’s long-pending Nandi Awards are back on the calendar. The Chandrababu Naidu-led coalition government has approved a plan to present film and television honours covering 2012 to 2025, ending years of uncertainty for Telugu cinema artists and technicians awaiting recognition. How the Nandi Awards revival gathered pace

Presley Gerber died at age 27 on September 20, 2026, at a Los Angeles-area rehabilitation facility. The medical examiner has not determined the official cause of death, while separate reporting says an overdose is suspected and police are investigating. Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on September 20, 2026, while staying at a rehabilitation facility in the Los Angeles area. A f

Medical AI is gaining ground in radiology, documentation and diagnostics, but clinicians are demanding stronger proof before trusting it with treatment or clinical decisions. New surveys show concern about deskilling, hallucinations and weak governance even as AI use rises sharply in healthcare. Medical AI evidence gap slows wider clinica

Anant Nag has been named the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024 recipient, honoring a five-decade career across Indian cinema. The veteran Kannada actor will receive the award at the 72nd National Film Awards in Kevadia, Gujarat, on September 22, 2026, recognizing his lasting contribution to film. Veteran actor Anant Nag has been named the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024, India’s highest honor in cinema. The Go

Veteran actor Ambika has shared her views on the public attention surrounding actor Trisha Krishnan and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay after the two were seen at a motorsport event at Silverstone in the United Kingdom on September 12. Vijay and Trisha were present at the venue where actor Ajith Kumar participated in a racing event with his team. Videos and photographs showing the two at Silverstone later circulated widely on social media, leading to considerable discussion among fa

Rani Mukerji Maharashtra State Film Awards honour marked her 30 years in cinema as she received the Raj Kapoor Special Contribution Award. Her Marathi speech, Mumbai memories and tribute to Maharashtra became key highlights.   Rani Mukerji honoured at Maharashtra State Film Awards Rani Mukerji added another memorable achievement to her celebrated career after receiving the Raj Kapoor Special C

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan celebrated his birthday on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, with greetings pouring in from political leaders, family members, film personalities and fans. The occasion once again highlighted his unique presence in both Telugu cinema and active politics. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the prominent leaders who extended birthday wishes to the Jana Sena Party chief. In his message, Modi praised Pawan Kalyan’s public ser

Delhi is seeing a sharp rise in H1N1 influenza infections, with 1,344 cases reported so far in 2026 compared with 229 during the comparable period last year, according to recent reports. The increase has renewed attention on H1N1 symptoms, health risks, flu prevention and the importance of seeking medical care when warning signs develop. H1N1 symptoms can resemble common seasonal infections H1N

Sangeetha divorce update: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s wife has withdrawn her divorce petition before the Chengalpattu family court. She joined the hearing by video conference, after which the court closed the case as withdrawn, according to PTI. Court Allows Sangeetha to Withdraw Plea Sangeetha appeared before the Chengalpattu family court through video conferencing on Friday,

ICMR has licensed SHetA2 to Emcure for further development as a potential treatment for HPV-related cervical precancer, though it is not yet approved for patients.   What Is SHetA2? SHetA2 is an investigational anti-HPV drug candidate being developed as a possible treatment for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia, commonly known as CIN. CIN refers to abnormal changes in the cells covering the cervix. These changes are not cancer, but high-

India supplies nearly 30% of global generic medicines as the government promotes wider domestic use to reduce patients treatment costs.​ India Strengthens Global Generic Drug Supply India currently supplies nearly 30% of generic medicines used worldwide, according to Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel. Speaking during Question Hour in the Lok Sabha, the minister said the country remains a leading m

Anthropic launched Claude Opus 5 on July 24 with pricing that creates an unusual gap inside its own model family. Claude Opus 5 pricing starts below Fable 5 despite offering a 1M context window, adjustable effort levels, Fast mode and stronger results on several demanding evaluations. Claude Opus 5 pricing remains unchanged Anthropic has priced Claude Opus 5 at $5 per million input tokens and $

A nationwide cetirizine recall covers four lots of 5 mg allergy tablets distributed by Rising Pharma after red dots and discoloration suggested possible ranitidine contamination. Consumers should check lot numbers, watch for severe allergic reactions and report problems. Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories has voluntarily recalled four lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg at the consumer level because of potent

India approves QDENGA for dengue prevention in people aged 4–60, making it the country’s first authorised dengue vaccine. The two-dose shot targets all four serotypes and is given three months apart, while rollout, pricing and access details are still awaited. QDENGA Approval Marks a First for India India’s drug regulator has approved Takeda’s QDENGA for preventing dengue in people aged four to 60 years, making it the first dengue

A breast cancer patient died before the Kerala High Court could decide her petition seeking a reduction in the price of a life-saving medicine, even though the case had been listed 57 times. The Supreme Court has now taken suo motu cognisance of the delay and issued notice to the Centre. Cancer Drug Plea Remained Pending for Nearly Four Years The petition was filed in the Kerala High Court in June 2022 by a woman undergoing treatment for b

Playback legend S Janaki died at 88 after multiple cardiac arrests in Mysuru on Saturday, July 11. The award-winning singer recorded more than 20,000 songs across several Indian languages and leaves behind one of Indian cinema's greatest musical legacies. S Janaki Dies at 88 Legendary playback singer S Janaki, widely known as the "Nightingale of South India," died at the age of 88 on Saturday, July 11, at Apollo BGS Hospitals in Mysuru. Hospital officials said

Dhanush political entry buzz grows after fan club unveils flag Tamil actor Dhanush has become the centre of fresh political speculation after his fan association unveiled an official flag. The development has triggered intense discussion on social media, with fans and political observers questioning whether the popular actor could be preparing for a future entry into Tamil Nadu politics. The launch of a dedicated flag for the actor's fan welfare organisation has dra

The AAPI Tampa convention brought more than 1,000 physicians of Indian origin to Tampa, Florida, for a four-day gathering focused on global health, medical innovation and public service. The AAPI Tampa convention ran from Thursday, July 2, 2026, through Sunday, July 5, 2026, over the July 4 weekend. AAPI Tampa convention focuses on global healthcare The 2026 annual convention of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin included s