What if Rajkumar Hirani made Ritesh Batra’s Photograph? The result would likely resemble Vasanth’s Rhythm, a film coded in Batra’s low-key emotionality yet steeped in the Hirani school of heightened drama. Released just months after Alaipayuthey and Kandukondein Kandukondein, Rhythm, which turns 25 this year, belongs to the kind of films one longs for when...
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US FDA clears Apple Watch hypertension feature
Bengaluru: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared Apple to roll out a hypertension detection feature on some of its smartwatches, the health regulator said in a statement late on Friday. The company unveiled a blood pressure monitor in its latest Apple Watch at a September 9 event, where it also introduced a...
Rajinikanth recalls Ilaiyaraaja’s antics after having half a bottle of beer with him and director Mahendran: ‘He wanted to hear gossip about actresses’
Even as the recent event organised by the Tamil Nadu government to celebrate legendary composer-singer Ilaiyaraaja’s 50 years in cinema was a star-studded affair celebrating his music and legacy, it also served as a rare reunion of artistes who rose to iconic status together, having shared a remarkable journey through the world of cinema. Alongside...
Vijay Sethupathi returns to host Bigg Boss Tamil season 9, show to premiere on this date
The wait is finally over for Bigg Boss Tamil fans, as the popular reality show is all set to return with its ninth season. This season will once again see Vijay Sethupathi as the host, a familiar face whose charm and presence have become key parts of the show. His return ends weeks of speculation...
‘Directors who earned crores using his songs and even I switched to that new composer, but…’: Rajinikanth on Ilaiyaraaja’s ability to thrive despite new talents
Having made their foray into the film industry around the same time — in the mid-70s — it’s no exaggeration to say that music maestro Ilaiyaraaja and ‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth grew up together in cinema. Since their debuts with Annakili (1976) and Apoorva Raagangal (1975), respectively, the two have joined forces several times, gifting Tamil cinema...
Prabhudeva on his role in debut series Sethurajan IPS: ‘He’s a man caught in a storm of duty, identity and politics’
Actor-choreographer Prabhudeva is stepping into the world of streaming with Sony LIV’s political crime thriller Sethurajan IPS. In the show, Prabhudeva plays a cop. Talking about his role in the show, the actor said, “Sethurajan IPS isn’t just a cop; he’s a man caught in a storm of duty, identity, and politics. This role challenged...
Ilaiyaraaja offers diamond crown and golden sword at Mookambika temple: ‘Whatever I have got in life was a gift from the goddess…’
Legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja recently visited the Kolluru Mookambika Temple in Udupi, Karnataka, where he offered a diamond crown and a golden sword to the deity. He was accompanied by his son, Karthik Raja, and later interacted with the press following the visit. “I did not offer anything to the goddess. Whatever I have got in...
Fatter, more biosecure: Pig mission in Assam’s BTR has European imprint
GUWAHATI A biosecure nuclear breeding farm and model fattener farms are fuelling the drive of a tribal council in Assam to become the hub of quality pig production for the pork-loving northeast India and beyond. In 2021, the authorities of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) turned to Europe for a project to elevate the traditional...
AIIMS launches AI-based app to tackle suicides, improve mental health among students
AIIMS Delhi: AIIMS Unveils ‘Never Alone’ App to Combat Student Suicides and Boost Mental Health, ETHealthworld Published On Sep 12, 2025 at 07:17 AM IST New Delhi: AIIMS-Delhi on Wednesday launched an Artificial Intelligence-based mental health and wellness programme to tackle suicidal tendencies among students and minimise the stigma surrounding it. The “Never Alone” app,...
Agentic AI in Healthcare: Game-Changer or Pandora’s Box?
Revolutionizing Healthcare: The Promise and Perils of Agentic AI, ETHealthworld Updated On Sep 12, 2025 at 08:07 AM IST Read by 100 Professionals New Delhi: Imagine walking into a hospital where robotic footsteps echo through the halls. A machine scans patients, recommends treatments, and updates records, all without waiting for a doctor’s command. It feels...






