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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'Sample of racism': American woman lists absurd things trolls say to foreigners married to Indians
An American woman living in India has grabbed attention on Instagram after sharing a video that highlights the kind of offensive remarks often directed at foreigners married to Indians. In the clip, the woman, Jessica, presents a list of shocking and offensive comments that, according to her, trolls frequently make in such contexts. An American woman posted a viral clip showing racist and colourist comments aimed at foreigners married to Indians.(Instagram/indiawithjessica) (Also read: 'No place is perfect': US woman in India shares what she admires and dislikes about life here) The text overlaid on the video reads: "Absurd things trolls say to foreigners married to Indians: Your husband married you for a green card. I feel bad for you that you married a dark-skinned person. You destroyed your life by moving to India. Too bad your kids aren't white like you." Jessica clarified the intent behind her video in the caption, writing, 'How many of these have you heard or seen online? I promise this is just a sample of colourism, racism, and white skin, western passport worship I see on a daily basis.' Take a look here at the post: Social media reacts: 'So sad this is still happening in 2025' The video has since drawn nearly 210k views and sparked wide discussion in the comments, with many resonating with the message and sharing their own experiences. One user wrote, "Always the green card comment for me," highlighting how common that stereotype is. Another said, "Omg. Yes. Relatable. The comments are so crazy sometimes," expressing frustration over the relentless nature of such remarks. Another added, "Add in, 'oh look how light the kids are!' and 'omg, you're still here?'' reflecting on how people tend to obsess over skin tone and assumptions about foreigners staying in India. Someone commented, "POV: convert your challenges to opportunities." Others pointed out the wider global context. "It's not only India. Mexico, Africa, Asia – most of the non-White, non-Western world get the same treatment. Very sad this is still happening in 2025," one person wrote. Another said, "So sad that people have such terrible things to say to people just living their life."
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
"Fast Cars, Big Stakes, and Zero Chill in Berlin"
Silent on Trump, Absent in Manipur, Obsessed with Awards: Cong President Corners PM Modi in Odisha Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally in Odisha. Kharge questioned PM Modi's silence on former US President Donald Trump's repeated claims that he 'stopped the India-Pakistan war.' 'Trump said it 16 times. Why didn't Modi respond? Because he had no courage to speak up,' Kharge alleged. He also slammed the PM for not visiting Manipur since violence broke out, contrasting it with Modi's frequent foreign trips and surprise visit to Pakistan in 2015. 'He hugs leaders abroad, but won't step foot in Manipur where schools are shut and people are suffering,' Kharge said. The Congress chief accused Modi of caring more about foreign awards than the plight of Indians.#pmmodi #narendramodi #mallikarjunkharge #congress #khargevsmodi #moditrump #modipakistanvisit #manipurviolence #foreignpolicy #indianpolitics #odisharally #modinewstrending #modiunderfire #trumpclaim #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews 105 views | 1 hour ago
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nuclear Submarine Docked In Iceland! USS Newport News To Test Russia's Patience In Arctic Waters
Silent on Trump, Absent in Manipur, Obsessed with Awards: Cong President Corners PM Modi in Odisha Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally in Odisha. Kharge questioned PM Modi's silence on former US President Donald Trump's repeated claims that he 'stopped the India-Pakistan war.' 'Trump said it 16 times. Why didn't Modi respond? Because he had no courage to speak up,' Kharge alleged. He also slammed the PM for not visiting Manipur since violence broke out, contrasting it with Modi's frequent foreign trips and surprise visit to Pakistan in 2015. 'He hugs leaders abroad, but won't step foot in Manipur where schools are shut and people are suffering,' Kharge said. The Congress chief accused Modi of caring more about foreign awards than the plight of Indians.#pmmodi #narendramodi #mallikarjunkharge #congress #khargevsmodi #moditrump #modipakistanvisit #manipurviolence #foreignpolicy #indianpolitics #odisharally #modinewstrending #modiunderfire #trumpclaim #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews 105 views | 1 hour ago
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Silent on Trump, Absent in Manipur, Obsessed with Awards: Cong President Corners PM Modi in Odisha
/ Jul 11, 2025, 07:14PM IST Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally in Odisha. Kharge questioned PM Modi's silence on former US President Donald Trump's repeated claims that he 'stopped the India-Pakistan war.' 'Trump said it 16 times. Why didn't Modi respond? Because he had no courage to speak up,' Kharge alleged. He also slammed the PM for not visiting Manipur since violence broke out, contrasting it with Modi's frequent foreign trips and surprise visit to Pakistan in 2015. 'He hugs leaders abroad, but won't step foot in Manipur where schools are shut and people are suffering,' Kharge said. The Congress chief accused Modi of caring more about foreign awards than the plight of Indians.#pmmodi #narendramodi #mallikarjunkharge #congress #khargevsmodi #moditrump #modipakistanvisit #manipurviolence #foreignpolicy #indianpolitics #odisharally #modinewstrending #modiunderfire #trumpclaim #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews
Fashion Network
30-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Sandal scandal: Prada credits new design's Indian legacy amid furore
Luxury fashion powerhouse Prada has acknowledged the ancient Indian roots of its new sandal design after the debut of the open-toe footwear sparked a furore among Indian artisans and politicians thousands of miles from the catwalk in Italy. Images from Prada's fashion show in Milan last weekend showed models wearing leather sandals with a braided design that resembled handmade Kolhapuri slippers with designs dating back to the 12th century. A wave of criticism in the media and from lawmakers followed over the Italian brand's lack of public acknowledgement of the Indian sandal design, which is named after a city in the western state of Maharashtra. Lorenzo Bertelli, son of Prada's owners, responded to the sandal scandal in a letter to a trade group on Friday recognising their Indian heritage. "We acknowledge that the sandals... are inspired by traditional Indian handcrafted footwear, with a centuries-old heritage," Bertelli, Prada's head of corporate social responsibility, wrote in the letter to the Maharashtra Chamber of Commerce, seen by Reuters. The sandals are at an early stage of design and it is not certain they will be commercialized, but Prada is open to a "dialogue for meaningful exchange with local Indian artisans" and will arrange follow-up meetings, he wrote. A Prada spokesperson issued a statement acknowledging the sandal's inspiration from India, adding the company has "always celebrated craftsmanship, heritage and design traditions". Prada products are beyond the reach of most Indians. Its men's leather sandals retail for $844 and up, while the Kolhapuri slippers, sold in Indian shops and street markets, start at about $12. India's luxury market is small but growing fast, with rising numbers of rich people buying Louis Vuitton bags, Lamborghini cars, luxury homes and watches. Conversely, Indian culture and crafts are increasingly finding their way into global brand designs. High-end jeweller Bulgari offers a $16,000 Mangalsutra necklace inspired by a chain traditionally worn by married women. Bertelli's homage to Indian design was sent in a response to a complaint from the head of the trade group that represents 3,000 Kolhapuri sandal artisans, as the online uproar gathered momentum. "From the dusty lanes of Kolhapur to the glitzy runways of Milan... will the world finally give credit where it's due?" India's DNA News posted on X. Sambhaji Chhatrapati from the Kolhapur Royal family told Reuters by phone he was upset that craftsmen had not been acknowledged for the "history and heritage of 150 years." Kolhapur-based businessman Dileep More, however, said images of the Prada sandal were bringing cheer to some artisans as they show their traditional product going global. "They are happy that someone is recognising their work," he said.
