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At 99, freedom fighter Laxmikanthan Bharathi, from a family deeply involved in the struggle, recounts the fervent nationalism of the 1940s. He shares his childhood experiences of witnessing his parents' activism and his own arrest during the Quit India Movement, highlighting the emotional impact of the fight for independence.

Tamil Nadu's Naan Mudhalvan competitive exams initiative is revitalizing access to national examinations for rural youth. By addressing financial barriers and providing structured coaching, the program has significantly boosted success rates in civil services and other recruitment exams, restoring confidence and opportunity across the state.

Mental health experts suggest AI-driven environments are causing a sense of detachment and existential boredom by overstimulating the frontal brain and suppressing the default mode network. This imbalance leads to a feeling of being busy yet unfulfilled, as passive digital consumption hinders deep engagement and intrinsic motivation.

Kollywood faces a challenging year with low box office success, pushing filmmakers towards AI for cost-effective production. AI tools are enabling visual pitch books, storyboards, and simulated scenes, aiding new directors in securing projects and cutting expenses. However, AI's effectiveness in capturing Tamil cinema's cultural nuances remains a significant hurdle.

A history-sheeter, Sathyamurthy, sought protection at the DGP office after being chased by an armed gang. Police apprehended one attacker, Imran, who admitted to the chase. Investigations revealed the attack was a revenge plot for a 2023 murder. Police are now searching for the remaining gang members.

Last year, we told you AI was the doctors best friend. This year, its playing doctor to risky effect