The much-anticipated Malayalam romantic comedy Oru Jaathi Jathakam, starring Vineeth Sreenivasan, has faced an unexpected delay in its OTT release. The film, originally scheduled to stream on ManoramaMAX from March 14, 2025, did not premiere as planned due to legal and censorship issues.

The streaming platform confirmed the delay through an official statement on its Instagram handle. According to the post, the postponement was caused by a recensoring process following a High Court notice regarding certain remarks in the film. As a result, the movie is undergoing additional scrutiny to meet legal and censorship guidelines before its digital debut.

ManoramaMAX assured viewers that Oru Jaathi Jathakam will be available soon, adding a Coming Soon tag to its promotional materials. However, a new release date has not yet been confirmed.

Storyline and box office performance

Oru Jaathi Jathakam revolves around a young man from North Malabar whose life takes a dramatic turn after a palmistry reading. A female palmist predicts that he will endure struggles, emotional distress, and social ridicule, making him hesitant about marriage. The film delves into how this prophecy affects his relationships and personal choices.

Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, the film performed fairly well at the box office, collecting Rs 9.23 crore. The unique storyline, combined with Vineeth Sreenivasan’s engaging performance, resonated with audiences.

Directed by M Mohanan, the film features a strong supporting cast, including Kayadu Lohar, Indu Thampy, Mridul Nair, Nikhila Vimal, and Isha Talwar. With its blend of humor, self-doubt, and destiny, the movie offers a fresh perspective on love and personal beliefs.

Harvard University has taken a major step toward making education more accessible and affordable by offering free tuition for undergraduate students whose families earn $200,000 or less per year. This initiative, set to begin in the 2025-26 academic year, is expected to benefit thousands of students from middle-income families who aspire to study at the prestigious Ivy League institution.

The university will also provide full financial coverage, including tuition, housing, food, health insurance, and travel expenses, for students from families earning $100,000 or less annually.

Eligibility criteria for Harvard’s tuition-free education

Harvard’s new financial aid structure will be based on household income:

Families earning $100,000 or less:

Full financial coverage, including tuition, food, housing, health insurance, and travel costs.

Additional $2,000 start-up grant in the first year.

A $2,000 launch grant during the junior year to support the transition beyond Harvard.

Families earning $200,000 or less:

Tuition fees waived.

Additional financial aid to cover billed expenses based on financial circumstances.

Families earning above $200,000:

Many will still qualify for financial aid, depending on their specific financial situation.

Harvard’s commitment to affordability

Harvard University previously offered free tuition to students from families earning less than $85,000 per year. The new financial aid expansion aims to make higher education more accessible to students from middle-income backgrounds, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to attending one of the world’s most prestigious universities.

Harvard University President Alan M. Garber and Edgerley Family Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Hopi Hoekstra announced the initiative on March 17, stating that the goal is to broaden access and remove financial constraints for talented students.

The university’s financial aid team will work individually with students and families to match assistance based on specific financial circumstances. Students can visit Harvard’s official website for further details and application guidelines.

Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has announced its largest acquisition to date with a $32 billion deal to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz. The move signals Alphabet’s aggressive expansion in cloud security as it competes with Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure in the cloud computing market.

A strategic investment in cybersecurity

The acquisition will integrate Wiz into Google Cloud, reinforcing its security capabilities to help businesses mitigate cyber risks. The deal, which follows Alphabet’s previously unsuccessful $23 billion bid, underscores the company’s commitment to securing a stronger foothold in the cloud security space.

Wiz, an Israel-based firm, provides security solutions that work across major cloud providers, including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. The company has gained significant traction, boasting clients such as Morgan Stanley, BMW, and LVMH.

Regulatory scrutiny and financial impact

Despite the high price tag, Alphabet appears confident in securing regulatory approval under the new U.S. administration, which has maintained a watchful eye on major tech mergers. Notably, the termination fee—over $3.2 billion—stands among the highest in M&A history, signaling both parties’ commitment to closing the deal.

Alphabet’s stock dipped nearly 3% following the announcement, reflecting investor concerns over its heavy spending, particularly in AI and cloud computing. The company may need external financing, given its cash reserves of approximately $23.47 billion as of December 31, 2024.

Growing importance of cybersecurity

The acquisition highlights the increasing demand for cybersecurity solutions, especially in light of last year’s global CrowdStrike outage that disrupted businesses worldwide. Analysts suggest that for Google Cloud to compete effectively with Microsoft Azure, it must offer a more comprehensive suite of security services.

Alphabet expects the deal to be finalized in 2026, pending regulatory approvals. Meanwhile, Wiz will continue providing its services across multiple cloud platforms, potentially alleviating antitrust concerns.