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The best photos of Unfair and lovely campaign – I am pretty because I am dark

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A social media campaign to protest colourism, the little sister of racism, has gone viral globally.  People are sharing photos celebrating their dark skin and to protest attitudes and FMCG products that discriminate against them.  The hashtag  #unfairandlovely has emerged as an interesting trend on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Pax Jones posted photos of her South Asian classmates, sisters Mirusha and Yanusha Yogarajah with the hashtag #unfairandlovely in December

March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

A social media campaign to protest colourism, the little sister of racism, has gone viral globally.

People are sharing photos celebrating their dark skin and to protest attitudes and FMCG products that discriminate against them.

The hashtag  #unfairandlovely has emerged as an interesting trend on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

#unfairandlovely was a project conceived by Pax Jones, a 21-year-old black student at the University of Texas in Austin.

In December, she shot and posted photos of her South Asian classmates, sisters Mirusha and Yanusha Yogarajah. #unfairandlovely gained traction slowly and emerged into a global grass root campaign striking chord particularly with South Asians.

"Our goal was to combat colourism and the under-representation of people of colour in the media. We were trying to challenge the way colourism permeates our lives," Pax told BBC.

The best photos of Unfair and lovely campaign – I am pretty because I am dark



























Video: Watch Canada PM Justin Trudeau saying more Sikhs in his cabinet than Modi government

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Canada PM Justin Trudeau, who likes to wear his liberal credentials on his sleeves, said he had more Sikhs in his cabinet than Modi.  He made the statement while interacting with the students at the American University.  A video show a student from Pakistan saying it was heartening to see so many Punjabis in the Canadian government.
Trudeau has three Sikhs and Modi has two Sikhs in cabinet (video below)

March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

CanadaPM Justin Trudeau, who likes to wear his liberal credentials on his sleeves, said he had more Sikhs in his cabinet than Modi.

He made the statement while interacting with the students at the AmericanUniversity.

A video show a student from Pakistansaying it was heartening to see so many Punjabis in the Canadian government.

Trudeau agreed and took a gentle dig at Modi, with whom he has built a personal friendship.

For the record Trudeau has four Indian-origin Canadians in his cabinet, three of who are Sikhs.

In contrast, Modi has two Sikh Ministers Maneka Gandhi and Harsimrat Badal.

Apart from giving representation to ethnic minorities, Trudeau cabinet also stands out with its emphasis on women; 15 of 30 senior ministerial posts have been awarded to women.


Video: Watch CanadaPM Justin Trudeau saying more Sikhs in his cabinet than Modi government






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Darshan and Viijayalakshmi divorce held up on property squabble, says report

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Senior actor Ambareesh has stepped in to make peace between the squabbling couple – Kannada superstar Darshan and his wife Vijayalakshmi.   But there is a sense that given the history of acrimony between the two, any patch up would soon give way to next round of conflict.
All the property Darshan purchased before 2011 is reportedly in Vijayalakshmi's name

March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

Senior actor Ambareesh has stepped in to make peace between the squabbling couple – Kannada superstar Darshan and his wife Vijayalakshmi.

But there is a sense that given the history of acrimony between the two, any patch up would soon give way to next round of conflict.

Both Darshan and Viijayalakshmi want to go for a divorce, say reports. But the sharing of the property seems to be the sticky point.  

The Times of India reports that all the property Darshan purchased before 2011 is in Vijayalakshmi's name. That includes two sites, a commercial complex and a house in Bangalore, besides a 15-acre farmhouse near Mysore.

The couple have disagreed on sharing these properties and hence the feud, says TOI.



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Funny video: Never stop on highway to give money to a beggar and never leave your bike…

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The brilliant execution and the expected twists makes it a delight a watch (video below)

March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

A man stops on a highway to give money to a beggar and non-stop action unfolds after that.

It is more a skit than a prank video, but the brilliant execution and the expected twists makes it a delight a watch.

Great timepass!

Funny video: Never stop on highway to give money to a beggar and never leave your bike…






#Watch_Till_End
Posted by Landu Kalakar Troll on Monday, March 7, 2016

Parliament Video of Modi standing patiently for Venkiah Naidu to finish speech goes viral

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A new video of PM Modi in Parliament, which shows him standing next to Venkiah Naidu, has gone viral.  It was shot on March 9 and was uploaded to YouTube on March 11. In the last 24 hours a nearly 555,000 people have viewed it.
Modi entered the Parliament when his colleague Venkiah Naidu was answering a question (video below)

March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

A new video of PM Modi in Parliament, which shows him standing next to Venkiah Naidu, has gone viral.

It was shot on March 9 and was uploaded to YouTube on March 11. In the last 24 hours a nearly 555,000 people have viewed it.

Modi entered the Parliament when his colleague Venkiah Naidu was answering a question. Instead of passing over him, Modi stood next to him for a little over a minute, waiting for him to finish his speech.

The video uploaded by Supprt Namo Group says it was impressed by the ‘discipline’ showed by Modi. It further suggests it was these traits that made Modi the best Indian Prime Minister ever.

Parliament Video of Modi standing patiently for Venkiah Naidu to finish speech goes viral


Video: Watch PM stopping crowd from chanting Modi, Modi during Nitish Kumar speech in Bihar

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Modi struck a surprising friendship with his arch foe Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Saturday and even stopped a noisy crowd from chanting Modi, Modi.   Modi had gone to Hajipur to inaugurate the newly constructed Digha-Sonepur railway bridge.   After Nitish began his speech, the crowd started chanting Modi, Modi interrupting his speech. Though Nitish carried on, an ANI video shows Modi stepping forward to shush the crowd by waving his hands. Taking cue the crowd falls silent.
Nitish reciprocated the gesture with a warm speech urging Modi to "keep visiting" the state (Video below)

March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

Modi struck a surprising friendship with his arch foe Bihar CM Nitish Kumar on Saturday and even stopped a noisy crowd from chanting Modi, Modi.

Modi had gone to Hajipur to inaugurate the newly constructed Digha-Sonepur railway bridge.

After Nitish began his speech, the crowd started chanting Modi, Modi, interrupting his speech. Though Nitish carried on, an ANI video shows Modi stepping forward to shush the crowd by waving his hands. Taking cue the crowd falls silent.

Nitish reciprocated the gesture with a warm speech urging Modi to "keep visiting" the state. Modi, when he spoke, appreciated Nitish’s efforts in taking forward Centre's rural electrification scheme in Bihar.

It was Modi’s first visit to Bihar after BJP’s electoral debacle in the last election. His surprising bonhomie with Nitish may not go down well with RJD, whose leader lalu Prasad Yadav had not been invited to the inauguration function.


Video: Watch PM stopping crowd from chanting Modi, Modi during Nitish Kumar speech in Bihar


Video: Watch Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad comparing RSS to ISIS

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Azad's point was that communalism of all types, whether by Hindus, Muslims or Sikhs, was a threat to the world and the country (video  below)


March 12, 2016, NewsCrunch

Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad made a provocative speech on Saturday comparing RSS, the ideological mentor of Modi government, to ISIS, the terror organisation.

Taking part in the 'National Integration Conference' organised by Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, Azad addressed a huge gathering, and said Muslims should oppose both ISIS and RSS.

He expressed concern that a few Muslims were getting entangled with  ISIS and said the community should oppose organisations like ISIS, the way it opposed RSS.

"If those among us, in Islam, too do wrong things, they are no way less than RSS," he added.

Azad's point was that communalism of all types, whether by Hindus, Muslims or Sikhs, was a threat to the world and the country."

But his comparison of ISIS and RSS drew a quick reaction from the sangh parivaar. An RSS spokesperson from Nagpur disagreed with the comparison an said it showed the intellectual bankruptcy of Azad.

Video: Watch Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad comparing RSS to ISIS



Anupam Kher on Aap Ki Adalat - Yes, I am a Modi chamcha (Watch video)

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Anupam Kher said he was also a chamcha of Dileep Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan (video below)

March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

Appearing in this week's Aap Ki Adalat, Bollywood actor Anupam Kher came out strongly in support of PM Modi.

When the programme host Rajat Sharma told him that his critics said he always praised Modi, Anupam Kher readily agreed.

He said he would rather be a chamcha (servile follower) of Modi, than a balti (ditto) of somebody else.

Having said that, he went on to suggest that the word chamcha could be used in a positive sense.

Anupam Kher said he was also a chamcha of Dileep Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan.

He went on to explain his admiration for Modi:

...After a long time a Prime Minister has brought emotions in me for my country

...I do not have any direct link with him, but here's a Prime Minister who is constantly talking about the country.

...No PM prior to him ever spoke on women's toilets from the ramparts of Red Fort

...Modi works day and night, who has enhanced our country's image throughout the world.


Anupam Kher on Aap Ki Adalat - yes, I am a Modi chamcha (Watch video)


Video: Watch US Secret Service rushing to stage to shield Donald Trump in Ohio from protester

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US presidential candidate Donald Trump had a back-to-back security scare when a member of the audience tried to climb onto his stage at Ohio.  Secret Service agents reacted quickly, rushed to the stage surrounding Trump. The man was taken to custody and a probe is on.
Though shaken up, Trump claimed, 'I was ready for 'em, but it's much better if the cops do it, don't we agree?'
 (video below)
March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

US presidential candidate Donald Trump had a back-to-back security scare when a member of the audience tried to climb onto his stage at Ohio.

Secret Service agents reacted quickly, rushed to the stage surrounding Trump. The man was taken to custody and a probe is on.

Though shaken up, Trump  claimed, 'I was ready for 'em, but it's much better if the cops do it, don't we agree?'

Earlier, Trump had to cancel a rally at Chicago after clashes broke out between his supporters and opponents.

 Video: Watch US Secret Service rushing to stage to shield Donald Trump in Ohio from unidentified man 

RSS may unveil new youth-friendly uniform - to decide between Navy Blue or Khaki trousers, say reports

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Changing uniform has been a tricky issue for RSS, which
has been debating it since 2010.

March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

RSS is likely to announce a new uniform on Sunday, towards the end of its three-day meet in Nagpur.

RSS officials have indicated that the long-discussed changes in the uniform may finally happen but did not disclose the changes, saying the matter was under discussion.

Media reports say the changes in uniform would be drastic - except for the canvas belt and the black cap, everything would change. A trouser would replace khaki shorts and a White T-shirt would come in place of a full White shirt.

RSS was initially said to be considering Navy Blue trousers, but has reportedly decided on Khaki trousers.

Changing uniform has been a tricky issue for RSS, which has been debating it since 2010. There is an opinion in the organisation seeking to change the gear to make it more appealing for the youth.

But the old guard is reportedly not comfortable with making changes that lay more emphasis on style than substance.

RSS' All India Prachar Pramukh Manmohan Vaidya indicated on Saturday that the move to bring in a new uniform was in line to adapt to the changing times. But he said the issue was under discussion.


Men give the silliest excuses to not use condoms - new video for equal say to women in contraception

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#FairSexFairSay‬, to give women an equal choice in contraception (video below).
March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

When it comes to giving excuses for dodging condoms, men get predictable.

No fun using it, no big deal - take a pill, just once, you won't get pregnant...

http://www.i-canhelp.in has released a video, #FairSexFairSay‬, to give women an equal choice in contraception. The ‪video released on March 8 has gone viral clocking over a million views.

The issue is serious. In family planning, Indian men have managed to force their choice on women. It is women who are made to opt for sterilisation to avoid babies. Though it is much easier to sterilise men, only a small percentage of them go for it.

Men give the silliest excuses not to use condoms - new video for equal say to women in contraception


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Video: Watch Vijender Singh punish his younger, weaker, shorter rival Hungarian Horvath - third round knockout

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Indian boxer Vijender Singh's dream run in  professional circuit continued as he scored his fourth successive knockout win by mercilessly punching Hungary's Alexander Horvath to submission.  The 20-year-old Horvath, shorter, weaker and younger  to Vijender, 30, was no match. Playing his eighth pro fights, he had among other things, drank snake blood, to prepare for the bout.
When Horvath came face to face with the  more experienced Olympian Vijender,
he was clueless (video below)
March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

Indian boxer Vijender Singh's dream run in  professional circuit continued as he scored his fourth successive knockout win by mercilessly punching Hungary's Alexander Horvath to submission.

The 20-year-old Horvath, shorter, weaker and younger  to Vijender, 30, was no match. Playing his eighth pro fight, he had among other things, drank snake blood, to prepare for the bout.

But when Horvath came face to face with his more experienced Olympian rival, he was clueless.

Vijender outgunned Horvath in power, speed and technique. Horvath ran out of breath in the first round itself and went down on his knees unable to face the Vijender's onslaught.

Video: Watch Vijender Singh punish his younger, weaker, shorter rival Hungarian Horvath 

Video: Pregnant women walk ramp at Fortis fashion show in Bangalore

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About 24 expectant mothers walked the ramp striking postures with poise and charm.  Apart from the fashion show, there was also a couple-dance for the would-be mothers and fathers.   Though Fortis Hospitals has held the event earlier in other cities, it seems to have brought its fashion show for pregnant women to Bangalore for the first time.
Apart from the fashion show, there was also a couple-dance
for the would-be mothers and fathers. (video below)

March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch
Fortis Hospitals held a unique fashion show for pregnant women on Saturday in Bangalore to mark International Women’s Day. About 24 expectant mothers walked the ramp striking postures with poise and charm.

Apart from the fashion show, there was also a couple-dance for the would-be mothers and fathers.

Though Fortis Hospitals has held the event earlier in other cities, it seems to have brought its fashion show for pregnant women to Bangalore for the first time.


Video: Pregnant women walk ramp at Fortis fashion show in Bangalore



In delightful Nestle ad, Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik fight like India and Pakistan (Watch video)

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ndian and Pakistani stars Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik have a difficult cross-country marriage to manage and a new Nestle ad banks on just that.  In the ad made for Pakistan, the celeb couple are shown disagreeing on everything, seeking to gain an upper hand for their country.
Nice to watch chemistry between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik in Nestle Everyday ad (video below)
March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

Indian and Pakistani stars Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik have a difficult inter-country marriage to manage and a new Nestle ad banks on just that.

In the ad made for Pakistan, the celeb couple are shown disagreeing on everything, seeking to gain an upper hand for their country.

Sania Mirza roots for Amritsar ka halwa, Sachin ka straight drive, old Hindi songs....

Shoaib Malik is all for  Multan's sohan halwa, Akhtar's yorkers, Pakistani pop songs

It goes on till a cup of Nestle Everyday tea comes - both agree on that.

Nice to watch chemistry between Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik.

In  delightful Nestle ad, Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik fight like India and Pakistan (Watch video


Shahid Afridi launches charm offensive - has got more love in India than Pakistan (Watch video)

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Pakistan may have delayed sending its team to India for the T20 World Cup raising red flag over security.   But once the players landed they have lost time in launching a charm offensive.   Speaking to reporters in Kolkata, Pak skipper Shahid Afridi  said he and his team had found more love in India than in Pakistan.
Afridi speak: Leave politics aside, let us play cricket. There's no
worry on security (video below)
March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

Pakistan may have delayed sending its team to India for the T20 World Cup raising red flag over security.

But once the players landed they have lost time in launching a charm offensive.

Speaking to reporters in Kolkata, Pak skipper Shahid Afridi  said he and his team had found more love in India than in Pakistan.

He got a bit carried away and it is a bit hard to follow what he says next. He seems to be conveying that leave politics aside, let us play cricket. There's no worry on security.


Shahid Afridi launches charm offensive - has got more love in India than Pakistan  (Watch video)




From India with love to Shahid Afridi - Arshi Khan releases video supporting Pakistan team and its captain, Shahid Saab

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Arshi  shows her hand and says she has put mehendi only for Shahid Afridi
and blows a kiss into the camera saying, I love you baby (video below).

March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

Bollywood starlet Arshi Khan has reciprocated the love Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi expressed for India on Sunday.

She has released a video declaring her support to Pakistan team in World Cup T 20. She also extends her personal wish to Shahid Afridi, whom she calls Shahid Saab and a legend.

Arshi Khan urges Pakistanis not to put undue pressure on Shahid Afridi, saying he is already held accountable if any batsman or bowler does not perform well.

She shows her hand and says she has put mehendi only for Shahid Afridi and blows a kiss into the camera saying, I love you baby.

Arshi Khan was in news last year when she claimed she had an affair with Shahid Afridi. She had shocked Pakistan by claiming that she had flown to Dubai to have sex with him.



 From India with love to Shahid Afridi - Arshi Khan releases video supporting Pakistan team and its captain, Shahid Saab 








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Graphic video: In suspected honour killing, dalit engineering student hacked to death in Tamil Nadu (CCTV footage)

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The murder, which occurred at a busy traffic junction in Udumalaipettai,
has been caught on  CCTV (video below)
March 13, 2016, NewsCrunch

A third year engineering student, Sankar, was hacked to death by three men, who came on a motorbike on Sunday, in  a suspected case of honour killing.

The murder, which occurred at a busy traffic junction in Udumalaipettai town of Tirupur district, has been caught on a CCTV camera.

Sankar, a dalit, had married a girl from an upper caste against the wishes of her parents. The girl, who was studying in the same college, had dropped out and begun to work to support him. 

On Sunday, they came under attack when they were on their way to buy groceries.

The CCTV footage, which has been posted by NewsMinute shows the couple waiting to cross the road, at a busy traffic junction. Three men come on bike and attack both of them.

While Sankar died on the spot, his wife has been admitted to a hospital with multiple injuries.

Sankar's family say the girl's family had not reconciled to the marriage. The police have formed a team to nab the culprits.

Video: In suspected honour killing dalit engineering student hacked to death in Tamil Nadu (CCTV footage)



Video of monkey bullying puppy goes viral – annoys viewers as well

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A video of a monkey persistently bullying a puppy has gone viral, drawing angry comments from viewers.  The monkey is seen getting physically rough with the puppy, which is sleeping peacefully on a push cart.  Though the brave puppy snaps back, the monkey is too physically strong to be  intimidated. It continues to annoy the puppy by pinching it or by pulling its tail or limbs.
Though the brave puppy snaps back, the monkey is too physically
strong to be intimidated (video below)
March 14, 2016, NewsCrunch

A video of a monkey persistently bullying a puppy has gone viral, drawing angry comments from viewers.

The monkey is seen getting physically rough with the puppy, which is sleeping peacefully on a push cart.

Though the brave puppy snaps back, the monkey is too physically strong to be  intimidated. It continues to annoy the puppy by pinching it or by pulling its tail or limbs.

Viewers commented angrily feeling sorry for the puppy.

But if you observe closely, you will find that the monkey is in chains. It could be just venting out its frustration.


Video of monkey bullying puppy goes viral – annoys viewers as well


Video: Watch Javed Miandad slamming Shahid Afridi for saying more love in India than Pak

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Veteran Pakistani cricketer Javed Miandad came out strongly against T20 captain Shahid Afridi for saying he and his team had found more love in India than in their own country.  In a separate interview, senior player Shoaib malik had also voiced similar sentiments.  Appearing on a talk show on 'Aaj TV' channel, Miandad said the senior cricketers should be ashamed of themselves for saying such a thing. “Shame on you," he added.
Miandad said as captain he would focus only on cricket
while touring India (video below)
March 14, 2016, NewsCrunch

Veteran Pakistani cricketer Javed Miandad came out strongly against T20 captain Shahid Afridi for saying he and his team had found more love in India than in their own country.

In a separate interview, senior player Shoaib malik had also voiced similar sentiments.

Appearing on a talk show on 'Aaj TV' channel, Miandad said the senior cricketers should be ashamed of themselves for saying such a thing. “Shame on you," he added.

He noted that Afridi and Malik had lost no time in appeasing Indians – addressing a press conference and flattering hosts soon after landing in Kolkata.

Miandad said the cricketers should have questioned what Indians done for Pakistancricket in the last five years.

Indians have steadfastly refused to play bilateral cricket with Pakistan in a decision that has proved to be financially disastrous for the neighbour.

Pak players have also banned from the lucrative IPL.

"What have the Indians given us? Speak the truth even while in India… I am shocked and hurt to hear such comments from our players," Miandad insisted.


He recalled that as captain he would focus only on cricket while touring India and asked players not to make unnecessary comments.

Video: Watch Javed Miandad slamming Shahid Afridi for saying more love in Indiathan Pak





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Video: Karnataka driver in Saudi Arabia pleads for help against employer

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Abdul Sattar Makandar, a driver from Karnataka, has sought help to come home from Saudi Arabia, saying his employer was not letting him to return.  Makandar lives in Dammam Al Khobar and is reportedly working for AL Suroor United Group.  In the video, a tearful Makandar posts a message for Kundan Shrivastav, a social activist, who has reportedly helped other Indian workers stranded in Saudi Arabia.
It is sad to see Makandar’s plight who wipes
tears off his eyes as he speaks. (video below)
March 14, 2016, NewsCrunch

Abdul Sattar Makandar, a driver from Karnataka, has sought help to come home from Saudi Arabia, saying his employer was not letting him to return.

Makandar lives in Dammam Al Khobar and is reportedly working for AL Suroor United Group.

In the video, a tearful Makandar posts a message for Kundan Shrivastav, a social activist, who has reportedly helped other Indian workers stranded in Saudi Arabia.

Makandar says he has been in Saudia Arabia for three years, but is not being allowed to go home.

When offered the job, he was told that he would have to work for eight hours and would get overtime payment if he worked more.

He has never been paid for overtime and also says he still has not been paid salary despite the date being 12th, possibly March.

It is sad to see Makandar’s plight who wipes tears off his eyes as he speaks.

Besides posting Makandar’s video on his Twitter account, Shrivastav has appealed to Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj to intervene.

Video: Karnataka driver in Saudi Arabia pleads for help against employer


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