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Morocco World
6 days ago
- Sport
- Morocco World
Omar El Hilali: Deport Migrants Who Commit Crimes
Moroccan international and Espanyol player Omar El Hilali has called for migrants who commit crimes in Spain to be deported. In an interview with Spanish platform BTV, El Hilali criticised what he described as a small group of migrants 'who come here with no intention of working' and 'spread hate and commit crimes'. 'If someone comes to Spain and doesn't want to work, they should go back to their country,' he said. 'They don't represent us.' His comments follow recent unrest in Torre Pacheco, southern Spain, involving tensions between locals and migrant communities. El Hilali, born in Spain to Moroccan parents, said this minority damages the reputation of others. 'People look at me as if I've committed 40 crimes just because of how I look,' he added. 'That's the result of what some are doing.' He also recalled a past incident in which his mother was falsely accused of theft, saying the situation would not have occurred had migrants not been associated with crime. Racism in Spanish Football El Hilali's remarks come amid growing scrutiny of racism in Spanish football. Athletic Club striker Maroan Sannadi was racially abused during a match against Espanyol. Fans chanted 'puto moro' ('f***ing Moroccan') before the referee stopped play and anti-racism messages were broadcast. In a separate incident, Espanyol B forward Omar Sadik was also called 'puto moro' during a match against Europa. The referee activated La Liga's racism protocol, and Espanyol issued a public statement supporting the player. Several other Moroccan or African-origin players, including Adama Boiro and Álvaro Djaló, have reported similar abuse during La Liga games. The Spanish football federation is under pressure to respond more forcefully. On Choosing Morocco El Hilali also addressed his decision to play for Morocco rather than Spain. 'I was born in Spain, but my roots are Moroccan. My family wanted me to represent Morocco, and they're proud of it,' he said. El Hilali has been a regular starter for Espanyol over the last two seasons and is seen as one of the most promising defenders in Spanish football. Tags: Barcelonaespagnolomar el hilaliracismSpain
Time of India
7 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Ignored, 1st known reference to ‘Telangana' fast eroding
Hyderabad: A 600-year-old rock inscription bearing the earliest known reference to the name 'Telangana' is on the verge of vanishing, quite literally. Etched into a weathered stone slab in Tellapur village on the outskirts of Hyderabad, the inscription reads "Telumganapuram" and dates back to January 8, 1418 AD, during the reign of Feroz Shah Bahmani. Believed to be a rare linguistic marker of Telangana's medieval identity, the inscription now lies neglected and exposed atop an old graveyard named after Habeeb Hasan Habshi, an African-origin figure who is said to have served in the Deccan's military ranks. The inscription records a historical account of Feroz Shah Bahmani marching toward Pangal in present-day Wanaparthy district, when his camp halted in this area. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad " The inscription records the construction of a well along with water carriers by Ojus [artisans] detailed in the inscription in the village Telumganapura. It also states that Nagoju, one of the artisans, made golden ornaments for the queen of Feroz Shah in an attempt to impress the royal family. The scribe is Rudroju Sirigiroju," said Sibghat Khan of Deccan Archive, a foundation researching the region's history. Local artisan communities are believed to have constructed a stepwell and granite-pillared pavilion to serve the visiting army. The inscriptions stand between the granite pillars which were used as pulleys for the stepwell. "The stepwell, now partially buried under the encroachment of the urban sprawl, once stood as a symbol of community and craftsmanship. Today, both the construction and the cultural context are steadily eroding. This inscription is tangible proof that the identity of Telangana predates its modern political formation. With no protective enclosure, no information board, and no conservation plan, the rock has weathered significantly," said Emani Siva Nagi Reddy, an archaeologist, who spent three decades researching Deccan heritage. The last few monsoons, locals say, only worsened the damage. What remains of the carefully carved Telugu script is faint, and without urgent intervention, may disappear altogether. "It was much clearer when I first moved here in 2006," said Gopularam Gopal, a Tellapur resident who has a house next to the site. "I watched the site deteriorate. One day, there will be nothing left, not the rock, not the name, not even the memory. " Heritage activists are now urging the state archaeology department to act swiftly. Suggestions include building a canopy to shield the rock, putting up educational signage, and documenting the remaining inscription through high-resolution imaging. "There are over 10,000 Telugu inscriptions that need protection. Various companies can take it up as CSR projects as well," said Srinath Reddy, an archaeologist, who submitted multiple petitions with different departments for various heritage sites including the Tellapur inscription. "Without swift action, the name that shaped an entire state's identity may soon vanish from the very stone that once preserved it. " According to the department of archaeology and museums, Telangana, the site is currently recognised at the village institutional level. However, officials stated that they have not yet visited the location. "We will look into the matter and assess the issue," said P Nagaraju, assistant director at the department.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Nepo baby': Zohran Mamdani called out for staying at 'Mira Nair's $2 million Chelsea condo' as he declares war against billionaires
Laura Loomer, Meghan McCain called Mamdani a 'nepo baby' who grew up rich but now declaring war against the billionaires. MAGA activists like Laura Loomer, Meghan McCain called out NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani for his war against billionaires and said Mamdani is not what he pretends to be, he went to elite schools, lives like royalty Uganda and also in New York. Calling Mamdani a 'nepo baby', Laura Loomer posted: "Your mom lets you stay in her $2 million condo in Chelsea. Why are you pandering? You are rich. You are a nepo baby." "His mom is a multi millionaire. He is far from working class. He went to elite schools his whole life. Lived like royalty in Uganda and South Africa too. He's a liar," Loomer said. "I will never get the mindset of someone coming here, his family becoming millionaires in Hollywood and academia and then saying - you know what, everything about the system that worked for my family in America is trash and needs to be more like a 3rd world autocracy," Meghan McCain said. "Zohran Mamdani's mother is a multi-millionaire film director. His father is a millionaire Columbia professor. He attended a 60k/year school where all his classmates were fellow children of millionaires," one viral post read. Mamdani's victory in the primary of the NYC mayoral poll sent the GOP into a major meltdown. Questions are being raised over his US citizenship, his association with any proscribed group. Born to Indian- and African-origin parents, Mamdani came to the US in 1998 and became a citizen 20 years later -- in 2018. The mayoral election is not the first he is contesting; he was first elected to the New York State Assembly in 2020, defeating four-term incumbent Aravella Simotas in a Democratic primary. He was reelected without opposition in 2022 and 2024. But the mayoral election brought to the front row of the US politics as he will become the first Asian and the first Muslim mayor of New York City if he wins the November election.
