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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Famous AFL fan reveals why he RELUCTANTLY got rid of his 'good luck' swastika tattoo
One of the AFL 's most hardcore and flamboyant fans has revealed why he's reluctantly covered up his swastika tattoo, insisting that only ignorant trolls think it's a Nazi symbol. Troy 'Catman' West has been one of the Geelong Cats ' most recognisable fans for many years with his exuberant costumes and make-up. The Cats diehard took to social media over the weekend to announce that he was covering up his swastika tattoo with a 'black sun'. 'To the fwits saying I have/ had a Nazi tattoo design,' his post began. 'Pardon your ignorance but the swastika is a 3000-year-old ancient symbol and I was with the Hari Krishnas (sic) back in the 90s and my tattoo is Hindu and it means good fortune, good luck and good health. 'Only dumb ignorant trolls think it's a Nazi symbol.' West says his tattoo is Hindu and it means 'good fortune, good luck and good health' West said he had the ink covered up because former Victorian premier Dan Andrews banned the symbol. 'Neo Nazi swastikas I agree with (banning)' wrote West. 'But not the religious Hindu swastika. They need to separate that! 'Doesn't matter now. It's gone and I have replaced it with a black sun.' West made headlines in 2021 after revealing the heavy abuse he copped for being 'openly gay, confident and loud'. Reduced to breaking point, West shocked fans by severing all ties with the Geelong cheer squad and football club. The son of late 1963 Cats premiership player Roy West opened up on the 'hellish time' he has endured in a lengthy and emotional statement on Facebook. 'I don't want to be around negative influences and I feel I need to take control of the Catman persona that I've worked hard to create,' his 1100-word post began. 'I'm an openly gay, confident, loud, abrasive, energetic, creative, colourful and popular person and that sometimes isn't what some sections of the community like. 'I've grown up surrounded by homophobia, prejudice and being targeted. I'm at a stage in my life where I don't think I should be around elements of that nature. In ANY area of my life.' West told Nine News: 'I don't think I deserve it just for being a crazy cat.' 'And I don't deserve the hatred I get from people who don't even know me or have never interacted with me.' Though West acknowledged his high profile gave him many incredible opportunities, he also copped constant hate on online footy forums. 'It's not fun when a video of me goes viral and I read through 20,000 comments of absolute hate, abuse, homophobia, discrimination, and the worst things imaginable you can say to people,' he added. 'I just don't get why people can hate me so much when they don't know me. 'I struggle to adapt to the new cancel culture that's insidiously infiltrated society. There are just too many people out to get me. 'I no longer wish to be under such scrutiny.' West said it was a difficult and heartbreaking decision to step away from the spotlight. He vowed to continue attending Cats games as a general supporter but hinted at a possible fallout by claiming he'd never been supported or protected. 'For my own sanity, I need to move on,' West wrote. 'I have lost my passion for the game, for Catman and I struggle to even get to games at the moment. I feel like burning my Catcave to the ground. 'I love this club so much but unfortunately they don't love me back in return.' West revealed he was self-medicating to sleep and retaliating to some of the online backlash he's copped. 'I don't like the person this anger has turned me into,' he continued. 'I'm a very warm and funny person in real life and these problems have made me into a bitter raging bull. 'I've hurt friends and family with my anger and fallen out with many people. It has to stop. I want the lovely Troy back in my life. And yours. West urged friends and fans to give him the time and space he needs to come to terms with the fallout. 'I'm strong and resilient. I am Catman, hear me roar!' the powerful post ended. West's father Roy West was one of the Cats biggest stars in the Victorian Football League in the early to mid 1960s. The 108-game fullback won the 1961 Carji Greeves Medal for Geelong's best and fairest player and won a premiership with the club in 1963. West Sr also represented Victoria on two occasions and sadly lost a year long battle with lung cancer in 2011 aged 70 just weeks after Geelong won the premiership.
Hans India
16-05-2025
- Hans India
Telangana Showcases Its Soul: Miss World Contestants Immerse in Culture, Craft, and Nature at Pillalamarri
Mahabubnagar: In a spectacular confluence of grace, heritage, and ecology, the Telangana government has taken a unique turn in hosting the Miss World beauty pageant, moving away from the conventional runway glamour to immerse global beauty ambassadors in the timeless charm of Indian past history, tradition, culture, and nature. The lush green expanse of Pillalamarri, home to the 800-year-old sprawling banyan tree in Mahabubnagar, recently transformed into a vibrant canvas where natural beauty met global elegance. As the Miss World contestants walked under the vast canopy of history and nature, Telangana sent out a powerful message — beauty is more than appearance; it's a celebration of culture, heritage, and ecological harmony. 'This is not a typical beauty pageant. We are presenting the Miss World event as a blend of culture, heritage, and natural splendor,' said Mamidi Hari Krishna, Director of the Department of Languages and Culture. 'We've moved beyond superficial standards. Our idea is to show the world that beauty is complete only when it is rooted in tradition and coexists with nature.' Promoting Telangana's Brand, Beyond Glamour In a strategic effort to promote Telangana as a hub of cultural richness and ecological heritage, the Department of Tourism and Culture has curated a state-wide journey for the Miss World contingent. Rather than confining them to glitzy hotels or red carpets, the participants have been introduced to the spiritual elegance of Yadadri Temple, the architectural marvel of the Ramappa Temple (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the textile legacy of Pochampally, and now, the natural wonder of Pillalamarri. At Pillalamarri, the pageant contestants were not only captivated by the grandeur of the ancient banyan tree but were also introduced to the artistic brilliance of Narayanpet and Gadwal handlooms, traditional pottery, and indigenous handicrafts created by self-help groups and rural artisans. These demonstrations, set against the backdrop of nature, brought alive Telangana's legacy of craftsmanship and community creativity. 'This initiative is a new milestone,' said Hari Krishna. 'In the past, beauty contests focused on skin show and western glam. But here in Telangana, we are presenting beauty in its holistic form — adorned in traditional attire, surrounded by classical arts, and embraced by the serenity of nature.' A New Cultural Diplomacy By redefining the idea of a beauty pageant, Telangana is strategically positioning itself on the global map — not just as a tourist destination but as a custodian of living heritage. The state's approach underlines a deeper narrative of cultural diplomacy — one that promotes Indian values, traditions, and environmental consciousness through a global event. Through this innovative portrayal of beauty rooted in history and ecology, Telangana is offering a new model for international events — where the focus shifts from glamour to grace, from style to substance. As the Miss World contingent continues its journey through Telangana's historical and cultural landmarks, the state has not only elevated the global image of the pageant but also created a lasting impression of its own identity — one where nature, heritage, and beauty bloom together.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Telangana adds AI chatbot to cybercrime helpline 1930 to speed up help in golden hour
Hyderabad: To enhance effectiveness of cyber crime helpline 1930 during the golden hour (where chances of recovering money is high), the Telangana State Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has introduced a new feature – Complaint Chatbot – to reduce wait time. The current 1930 call wait time in Telangana is 5-6 minutes and the AI chatbot is expected to reduce it to 2-3 AI chatbot will collect victims' personal and crime details in non-high priority categories, allowing call centre staff more time to handle high-priority cases and freeze maximum money before it reaches fraudsters' the new system, which went live on Tuesday evening, when a victim dials 1930 in Telangana, the IVR prompts for language selection and then provides four options – 1, for reporting loss of money; 2, for complaints without monetary loss; 3, for complaint status; and 4, for who opt for case status and grievances will not be directly connected to the operator. Instead, they will receive an SMS with a weblink to the complaint chatbot page to fill in their personal and case details. Even non-financial or non-monetary loss complaints, such as online harassment, can be directed by 1930 operators to the chatbot during the call after an initial whose calls go unanswered due to excess load will also receive an SMS with a chatbot link. Users of the chatbot can attach transaction proof, like screenshots of fraudulent transactions, and upload it on the chatbot. The user will get instant confirmation about their complaint with a trackable reference call centre staff are now equipped with Cyber Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), TGCSB's machine learning-powered complaint dispatch system. This enables staff with an interface to handle calls, register complaints, update case status, and redress grievances, while simultaneously being able to see caller details."The aim is to keep 1930 call centre operatives free to answer calls of victims who lost their money just a while ago so that they can collect details and initiate communication with bankers or e-wallet operators to freeze the amount before the fraudsters pocket it," ACB SV Hari Krishna chances of recovery fall drastically as the time gap between money transaction with fraudsters and police complaint increases, officials chatbot can also be directly accessed at the bottom right corner of the TGCSB website: from the victim's personal and crime details are collected through the AI chatbot, and cyber crime complaints get registered. The user receives details of complaint registration acknowledgement, and the details will be passed onto the 1930 call centre for further To enhance effectiveness of cyber crime helpline 1930 during the golden hour (where chances of recovering money is high), the Telangana State Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has introduced a new feature – Complaint Chatbot – to reduce wait time. The current 1930 call wait time in Telangana is 5-6 minutes and the AI chatbot is expected to reduce it to 2-3 AI chatbot will collect victims' personal and crime details in non-high priority categories, allowing call centre staff more time to handle high-priority cases and freeze maximum money before it reaches fraudsters' the new system, which went live on Tuesday evening, when a victim dials 1930 in Telangana, the IVR prompts for language selection and then provides four options – 1, for reporting loss of money; 2, for complaints without monetary loss; 3, for complaint status; and 4, for who opt for case status and grievances will not be directly connected to the operator. Instead, they will receive an SMS with a weblink to the complaint chatbot page to fill in their personal and case details. Even non-financial or non-monetary loss complaints, such as online harassment, can be directed by 1930 operators to the chatbot during the call after an initial whose calls go unanswered due to excess load will also receive an SMS with a chatbot link. Users of the chatbot can attach transaction proof, like screenshots of fraudulent transactions, and upload it on the chatbot. The user will get instant confirmation about their complaint with a trackable reference call centre staff are now equipped with Cyber Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), TGCSB's machine learning-powered complaint dispatch system. This enables staff with an interface to handle calls, register complaints, update case status, and redress grievances, while simultaneously being able to see caller details."The aim is to keep 1930 call centre operatives free to answer calls of victims who lost their money just a while ago so that they can collect details and initiate communication with bankers or e-wallet operators to freeze the amount before the fraudsters pocket it," ACB SV Hari Krishna chances of recovery fall drastically as the time gap between money transaction with fraudsters and police complaint increases, officials chatbot can also be directly accessed at the bottom right corner of the TGCSB website: from the victim's personal and crime details are collected through the AI chatbot, and cyber crime complaints get registered. The user receives details of complaint registration acknowledgement, and the details will be passed onto the 1930 call centre for further processing.
