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17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Watch: Man consumes KFC chicken at London Iskcon restaurant, offers it to staff to mock them
Many have called for the restaurant to file a police complaint against the Black man, while others criticised him for deliberately provoking the staff. read more The man pulled out a KFC fried chicken basket, placed it on the counter, and helped himself to a chicken leg. Source: X A major controversy erupted online as a UK man walked into an Iskcon restaurant in London, filming himself eating KFC chicken after challenging the staff about it being a 'vegan restaurant.' In the video, a Black man can be seen entering Govinda's restaurant, holding a food packet. He then approaches the food counter and asks the two women behind it if it is a vegan restaurant. 'No meat, no onion, no garlic,' one replies. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Are you sure there is no meat?' he presses. The women reaffirm and gesture to a sign outside clearly indicating it's a vegetarian restaurant. The man then reveals a KFC fried chicken basket, sets it on the counter, and begins eating a chicken leg. One of the women inquires about it, quickly realising it's meat. She asks him to leave, while the other employee seeks assistance. Unfazed, the man continues eating the chicken leg. 'You want some?' he offers, holding out the half-eaten piece to the shocked staff member. He then approaches another employee, who repeats that they don't serve meat, as he dangles the chicken from his mouth, offering it again. A customer intervenes, saying, 'Excuse me, you are violating someone's religious practices. That's not fair,' prompting the man to shout, 'Free the chicken!' before leaving the restaurant. An African boy entered ISKCON's Govinda restaurant and confirmed if it is a vegetarian restaurant. He then took out his KFC Chicken and started eating it and offered them to other people to mock them. Totally expecting more of this from Sadiq Khan's London. Hate for Hindus in… — Incognito (@Incognito_qfs) July 20, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The video triggered widespread anger among Indians online. 'Total nightmare for the people inside. What should we call this? Racism or pure Hindu Hate?' read the caption. Many called for the restaurant to file a police complaint, while others criticised the man for deliberately provoking the staff. 'The intentional violation of a cultural and religious norm in this manner is a clear demonstration of intolerance,' one user commented. Another questioned, 'Apart from horrendous, what is he trying to do and why? Is he offended that people can be vegetarian? Or are people waiting to use or misuse someone who doesn't know what they're doing?' A third user condemned his 'filthy and sick mindset,' stating, 'He achieved nothing by harassing people! Zero achievement but created nuisance.'
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Time of India
Man asks 'is this vegan restaurant?' at Iskcon-run Govinda in UK; then pulls out KFC chicken and eats it
A viral video has triggered widespread outrage online after a man was seen eating chicken at an Iskcon-run vegetarian restaurant 'Govinda', despite clear instructions from the vendors that it was associated with a "temple". The footage, which could not be independently verified by the TOI, captured the chaotic scene as the man held out a half-eaten piece of chicken to stunned diners before erupting into a loud chant of 'Free the chicken!' The incident began with the man walking in and asking the shopkeeper, 'Is this a vegan restaurant?' The shopkeeper replied, 'Yeah.' Seeking further confirmation, the man pressed, 'So there's no meat, no nothing?' To which the staff reiterated, pointing to the sign board outside, 'No meat, no onion, no garlic.' The shopkeeper, attempting to clarify further, added, 'It's a temple,' referencing the restaurant's affiliation with Iskcon, the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, which follows strict vegetarian dietary practices in line with its religious beliefs. However, the conversation took an unexpected turn when the man, in what appeared to be a performative protest, suddenly took out a KFC bucket and started having chicken, leaving the vendors shocked. He went on to offer the fried chicken to other staffs and visitors before erupting into a loud cry of 'Free the chicken!' "You are actually violating somebody's religion," a diner said. The netizens reacted to the video, with one user saying: "What should we call this? Racism or pure Hindu Hate?" "Man walks into Iskcon's Govinda, a pure veg restaurant, checks if it's vegetarian, then shamelessly stuffs his mouth with KFC chicken right on their counter! Staff, customers ask him to leave but he keeps on chewing - just for 2 extra followers on YouTube. Hindu hate or just vile behavior?" said another.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Eggs hurled at Rath Yatra devotees in Toronto: Viral video sparks outrage; Naveen Patnaik demands MEA action
Screengrab from video by Sangna Bajaj A peaceful Rath Yatra procession in Toronto was disrupted when residents of a nearby building allegedly hurled eggs at devotees. The incident gained attention after a video went viral on Instagram, capturing eggs thrown near the procession. Narrating the incident, Sangna Bajaj wrote on Instagram, 'Someone from a nearby building threw eggs at us.. Why? Because faith makes noise? Because joy looked unfamiliar? We didn't stop. Because when Lord Jagannath is on the streets, no hate can shake us." The Toronto based user said the procession continued despite the disruption with participants maintaining their devotion and spirit. 'We were stunned. Hurt. But we didn't stop. Because hate can never overpower faith,' she said. The attack took place during Iskcon's 53rd annual Rath Yatra in Toronto, celebrated on July 11 from 11 am to 1 pm. According to Iskcon, the Rath Yatra is a public and vibrant celebration where devotees bring the deities, Lord Jagannath, Baladeva, and Subhadra Devi, out onto the streets, accompanied by loud kirtans and devotional singing. Also read: India slams Rath Yatra disruption in Toronto, calls incident 'despicable'; urges Canada to act against perpetrators The Indian government has formally raised concerns with Canada over the incident and urged that those responsible be held accountable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dementia Has Been Linked To a Common Habit. Do You Do It? Memory Health Learn More Undo Ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the incident as "despicable" and "regrettable," stating, "We have seen reports regarding disruption created by mischievous elements during the Rath Yatra procession in Toronto. Such despicable acts are regrettable and are against the spirit of the festival, which seeks to promote unity, inclusivity, and social harmony." "We have strongly taken up the matter with Canadian authorities to hold the perpetrators of the act accountable. We hope the Canadian Government will take necessary action to protect the religious rights of people,' he added. Former Odisha chief minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik expressed deep concern over the incident. "Deeply disturbed to know about the reports of eggs being hurled at devotees during #RathaJatra celebrations in Toronto, Canada. Such incidents not only grievously hurt the sentiments of Lord Jagannatha's devotees worldwide, but also cause deep anguish to the people of #Odisha," he wrote in a post on X sharing images of the procession. Patnaik urged the ministry of external affairs to lodge a strong protest and called on both the Centre and the Odisha state government to take the matter seriously. The video drew mixed reactions online. While many condemned the act, calling it 'deeply disrespectful,' others offered a more critical take on public religious events. One user wrote, 'Throwing eggs at the Jagannath Ratha Yatra in Canada is a deeply disrespectful act and must be condemned in the strongest terms.' Another commented, 'If you bring religion to the streets, you need to factor in all this as well—goes for any religion, for that matter. '
New Indian Express
05-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Iskcon Rath Yatra allowed in Anantapur with riders
VIJAYAWADA: The AP High Court on Friday made it clear that Iskcon Rath Yatra in Anantapur district, scheduled for July 5, can be held subject to restrictions imposed by police to ensure law and order. Since Muharram also falls on the same day, the court directed Iskcon representatives to strictly adhere to the conditions laid down by police to avoid any disruption to public peace. The division bench comprising Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Cheemalapati Ravi, issued orders noting that the matter pertains to sensitive law and order issue. Earlier, a single-judge bench had allowed Iskcon to conduct the Rath Yatra, but the police challenged that order through an appeal, citing concern over potential law and order problem as Muharram procession and Rath Yatra take place on the same route. The police informed the court that preparations for the Muharram procession would begin around 2.30 pm, and suggested that Rath Yatra be conducted between 10 am and 1 pm. However, Iskcon representatives stated that they planned to start Rath Yatra at 1 pm and cross the Old City by 2 pm. Taking note of the sensitive nature of the situation, the High Court said both events should take place under strict adherence to the conditions set by the police to ensure law and order.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Iskcon allowed to hold Rath Yatra, told to comply with police conditions
1 2 3 Vijayawada: The high court on Friday directed the representatives of Iskcon (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) to conduct the Rath Yatra on July 5, complying with conditions imposed by the police. The court said it is not inclined to interfere with the decision of the police as it is an issue involving law and order. Iskcon representatives moved the high court challenging the denial of police permission for the Rath Yatra. A single judge bench of the high court, after hearing the petition, earlier directed the police to give permission for the Rath Yatra. Challenging the orders, police preferred an appeal. Advocate general Dammalapati Srinivas said police denied permission as the proposed Rath Yatra is scheduled to be held on July 5, which is also the day Moharram is being observed, and police have already given permission for Moharram procession. Another reason for the denial of permission was that both the Moharram procession and the Rath Yatra are going on the same route, and there is a chance of a law and order problem if both processions intersect. Considering the submissions of the advocate general, the high court asked representatives of Iskcon to discuss an alternative route. On Friday, the advocate general told the high court that, pursuant to its orders, police suggested different times for holding the procession for different groups so that they won't cross each other. Considering the submissions, the HC bench headed by Chief Justice Dhiraj Singh Thakur and Justice Ravi Cheemalapati observed that the issue is very sensitive and they are not inclined to interfere with the decision of the police. As the parties to the litigation came to an understanding, the HC disposed of the petition with an observation that the police can impose reasonable restrictions on the processions to ensure no untoward incidents take place.
