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Time of India
10 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Case of embezzlement filed against RJD MLC
Patna: A case of embezzlement of Rs 43.86 lakh was registered against RJD MLC Sunil Singh , his wife, and son, at Gardanibagh police station in Patna. Based on a written complaint by one Megha, the owner of an enterprise that supplied fruits, vegetables, and foodgrains, three separate cases were registered. According to the complaint, Singh received Rs 43.86 lakh through various organisational accounts for the procurement of chickpeas but failed to deliver the goods. The MLC, however, denied the allegations, stating he would respond after reviewing the FIR's copy. The SHO of Gardanibagh, Pratosh Kumar, confirmed that a case was registered on Sunday based on the complainant's statement, and investigations are going on. Megha, in the FIR, stated that Singh approached her in 2023 regarding sale of chickpeas. She transferred over Rs 43 lakh to three firms owned by him. She alleged that despite the transfer of money in the society owned by Singh, the goods were not delivered to her. After she did not receive the goods, she sent a notice to the MLC on April 28, which went unanswered. She further alleged in the FIR that when she demanded a refund of her money, Singh threatened her. The case was registered under sections 316 (2) (criminal breach of trust), 318 (4) (cheating and dishonestly inducing someone to deliver property), and 319 (2) (cheating by personation) of BNS.
News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Indian-American Megha Vemuri's Pro-Palestine Speech Sparks Vile Comments: ‘B*tch...Deport Her To Gaza'
Last Updated: Following the backlash she faced for her pro-Palestine speech, Megha Vemuri deactivated her LinkedIn profile. Megha Vemuri, an Indian-American student and president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) Class of 2025, made headlines after she delivered a speech to condemn Israel's actions in Gaza. She also criticised MIT for its research ties with the Israeli military. Wearing a red keffiyeh, a well-known symbol of Palestinian support, Megha said, 'The Israeli occupation forces are the only foreign military that MIT has research ties with." She further praised students who have been protesting on campus for months and said, 'You showed the world that MIT wants a free Palestine." Megha also claimed that protesters had faced 'threats, intimidation, and suppression" from the MIT administration. During her speech, Megha made a comparison between the celebration in Cambridge and the harsh reality in Gaza, saying, 'Right now, while we prepare to graduate and move forward with our lives, there are no universities left in Gaza." Soon after her speech, a flood of negative comments poured in online. The backlash was so intense that Megha decided to take down her LinkedIn profile. One user on X (formerly Twitter), named Ouriel, posted screenshots of Megha's deactivated LinkedIn profile and wrote, 'Make that b*tch famous. May she never find any career path and be humiliated for what she just did and did before that. PS: Megha if you really want to sound cool, work on your 'rrrrrhaazzzza" accent." Another person said, 'They should have pulled her off the stage and begun deportation proceedings on the spot." 'She should buy a one-way ticket to Gaza right away and go work on the ground!!" someone else commented. 'If MIT graduates can be so easily swayed by one-sided narratives, what hope is there for the average person? This is a failure of critical thinking at its core," read another comment. 'She is an example of how to hit your feet on an axe just to show the world how brave she is!" an individual remarked. Another sharp comment read, 'She not only wasted his parents' money to put her through top school, she also embarrassed her whole family by pulling such a stunt. What a shame!" Megha, who was supposed to serve as the marshal at the commencement ceremony, was informed by MIT's chancellor, Melissa Nobles, that she would not be allowed to participate. The Boston Globe reported that Nobles sent an email to Megha stating that both she and her family were banned from campus for most of the day following her speech. 'Participation in Commencement activities is a privilege. You deliberately and repeatedly misled Commencement organisers," Nobles wrote, as per the outlet. 'While we acknowledge your right to free expression, your decision to lead a protest from the stage, disrupting an important institute ceremony, was a violation of MIT's time, place and manner rules for campus expression," she added. According to MIT's leadership released a statement saying they fully support the disciplinary action taken against Megha. The statement read, 'MIT supports free expression but stands by its decision, which was in response to the individual deliberately and repeatedly misleading Commencement organisers and leading a protest from the stage, disrupting an important Institute ceremony." An MIT spokesperson also mentioned that the speech Megha actually delivered was different from the version she had submitted to university officials before the event. First Published:
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Who is Indian-American Megha Vemuri? Meet pro-Palestine MIT student calling out Israel's 'genocide'
Indian-American student Megha Vemuri Israel's 'genocide' in commencement speech (Pic credit: @KassyAkiva) If you haven't heard the name Megha Vemuri yet, you're about to. This 2025 MIT graduate has quickly become a lightning rod for attention, not because of a new tech invention or start-up, but because of a powerful, controversial commencement speech that's got people talking across the country. Megha, the president of MIT's Class of 2025, used her big moment on stage to do something most students wouldn't dare, call out her own university's connections to the Israeli military and express loud, clear support for the people of Palestine. It all happened on May 29 during MIT's graduation ceremony, and let's just say, it wasn't your typical feel-good, thank-your-parents kind of speech. Wearing a red keffiyeh, a traditional scarf that's come to symbolize Palestine, Megha stepped up to the mic and delivered some serious truth bombs. 'You showed the world that MIT wants a free Palestine,' she told her classmates, giving a nod to the student votes calling for MIT to cut research ties with the Israeli military. And she wasn't shy about calling out the administration either, saying students had faced 'threats, intimidation, and suppression' from the very institution they were graduating from. She is currently pursuing Bachelor's degree, Computer Science + Neuroscience, Linguistics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to this, she studied at Alpharetta High School. The most powerful part When she contrasted their celebration with the current devastation in Gaza. 'Right now, while we prepare to graduate and move forward with our lives, there are no universities left in Gaza,' she said. Megha wasn't just speaking in theory, she laid out real concerns about MIT's active research connections with Israeli forces, saying they're 'the only foreign military that MIT has research ties with.' And she made it clear: graduates should take that activism beyond campus, push for an arms embargo, and keep the pressure on institutions that prop up injustice. The room's reaction? A mix of support and discomfort. Some grads broke out in chants of 'Free, Free Palestine!' and waved flags. Others looked uneasy, clearly not expecting a commencement address to veer into global politics. As for MIT's president, Sally Kornbluth, she followed Megha at the podium, kept things neutral, and stuck to defending free speech, without directly addressing what was said. Now, if you're wondering whether this was a one-off moment for Megha, it absolutely wasn't. She's been involved in activism and advocacy throughout her time at MIT. She led a project called 'Written Revolution,' worked as a research assistant at the McGovern Institute for Brain Research, and has always been one of those students pushing for deeper conversations around justice, identity, and global responsibility. Her speech isn't just making waves because it was fiery, it's part of a larger trend. More and more, students like Megha are using traditional academic spaces to take a stand on major global issues. Whether it's climate change, racial justice, or war and occupation, today's students aren't afraid to speak their minds, even in the most formal of settings. Of course, all this hasn't come without backlash. Some critics say a graduation ceremony isn't the place for political statements. Others argue that pointing fingers at institutions like MIT without considering the complexities of global politics is irresponsible. Love her speech or not, Megha Vemuri made sure people paid attention. In a cap, gown, and keffiyeh, she turned a graduation stage into a platform for truth-telling, and reminded everyone that even the most prestigious institutions aren't above criticism. So, who is Megha Vemuri? She's a student, a scientist, a writer, and now, an outspoken activist.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Megha Barsenge actress Neha Rana on 10 year-leap: Playing a dual role means living two journeys, and that's what makes it so special
'Megha Barsenge' takes a bold 10-year leap, diving into the deep scars of generational trauma—an invisible heirloom passed down through bloodlines, shaping lives in silence. Years ago, Megha and Arjun's voices were brutally silenced in their fight for justice, and their daughter Manu was taken and raised in a world built on lies. Now grown and portrayed by Neha Rana, Manu is fierce, grieving, and restless, carrying the weight of a past she never fully understood. As long-buried truths begin to surface, Manu finds herself torn between reclaiming her parents' unfinished battle or being consumed by it. With betrayal around every corner and shocking revelations threatening to upend everything she believed, this chapter explores how far a daughter will go to seek the truth and whether she can transform inherited pain into strength—or become its next victim. The show takes a 10-year leap. What can viewers expect from this new chapter of Megha Barsenge? This new chapter is going to be packed with excitement, emotions, and lots of unexpected twists! On set, we've all started calling Manu 'Megha 2.0' because she brings a fresh spark and energy to the story—but she's also so different. Manu may have Megha's strength and values, but she's grown up in a completely different world, which makes her journey unique. She's bold, outspoken, a bit rebellious, and not afraid to question what's wrong. Her style, attitude, and way of thinking are all her own. What really drew me to this story was how real and powerful Manu's journey is, it's about standing up for yourself, finding your place in the world, and carrying your mother's legacy while still creating your own path. Viewers are in for a rollercoaster ride, there's drama, love, family bonds, and moments that will truly touch your heart. This chapter isn't just a continuation—it's a fresh start with new faces, new conflicts, and new reasons to fall in love with the show all over again. What excited you most about stepping into this new phase of the story, especially now that you're embodying two characters - Megha and her daughter, Manu? What excited me the most was the challenge of playing two characters who are deeply connected yet very different from each other. Megha was calm, emotional, and selfless, while Manu is fiery, bold, and speaks her mind. Stepping into Manu's shoes gave me a chance to explore a completely new side of myself as an actor. It's not often you get to show two generations, two journeys, in the same story. I felt a strong emotional pull because, in a way, Manu carries Megha's soul but walks a completely different path. That contrast is what makes this phase so powerful, and I'm thrilled to bring both worlds to life. With such a dramatic shift in the storyline, what kind of emotional tone or energy should viewers prepare for? The energy this time is going to be intense and fierce. Manu is a rebellious soul—she doesn't believe in blindly following what others say. She stands up for what she feels is right, no matter what. Viewers who followed Megha's journey will see the difference between Megha and Manu. Manu has fire in her, and she's coming back to make things right for her mother. Her path to revenge, especially when it comes to Manoj, is going to be unexpected and powerful. It won't be what viewers are used to—it will take them by surprise. What was the biggest challenge in stepping away from Megha and slipping into a completely new character like Manu? The biggest challenge was switching between Manu and Megha. While shooting, I often had to jump from being the mother to being the daughter—and that wasn't easy. Some days I would shoot as Megha, and the very next scene would be as Manu. I had to unlearn Megha to become Manu; she's fierce, raw, and real. There were moments where I naturally reacted the way Megha would, especially during emotional scenes. But then I had to remind myself, 'Wait, I'm Manu now!' That meant pausing and thinking, how would Manu feel in this moment? What would she say or do? I didn't want Manu to feel like just a younger copy of Megha. Yes, they share a bond, and you'll see Megha's values in her. She's a good daughter, brought up with love and strength. But she's also her own person, with her own way of seeing things, her own heart. My main aim was to strike that balance, keeping a part of Megha alive in Manu, but making sure Manu had her own voice, her own identity. Without giving away spoilers, can you share something about Manu's mindset or personality that stood out to you? What stood out to me about Manu is the fire she carries within her. Playing a dual role means living two journeys, and that's what makes it so special. She's fearless, sharp, and doesn't hold back. She is someone who's grown up with a storm inside her yet remains grounded in the love and values her mother gave her. There's a raw honesty in her, and she's not afraid to question what's wrong or take a stand for what's right, no matter the cost. That's what makes her so compelling. As an actor, I'm really looking forward to exploring all these powerful layers, her strength, her anger, her vulnerability. Manu doesn't wait for change; she becomes the change. It's a role that pushes me out of my comfort zone, and I'm excited to live every bit of her journey; the love, the rage, the heartbreak, and the courage—and bring that emotional rollercoaster to life for the audience. What kind of preparation are you doing in terms of look, body language, or dialogue delivery for Manu? Manu has been brought up in Moga, a city in Punjab, and luckily, I'm from Punjab too, so I understand the language and the culture well. I'm keeping that Punjabi touch in her tone and attitude. I've seen girls in real life who are even more rebellious than Manu, so I'm drawing inspiration from them. I've also been watching Punjabi films to pick up on little nuances. But honestly, I'm still working on it. I haven't fully let go of Megha yet. I lived that character for almost 10 months, and suddenly shifting to Manu overnight is a big challenge. It's not just about a new look or voice—it's a whole new mindset. A lot is happening at once, and it's not easy, but I'm giving it everything I've got. Is there a message or feeling you hope viewers hold onto after watching this phase of the show? Absolutely, at the heart of this phase is justice for Megha and Arjun. We've come a long way from Bandipur, and while Arjun did manage to save us, the real twist lies ahead—how Manu takes a stand for her parents. This is about a daughter stepping up, fighting for what's right, and refusing to stay silent. I think Manu will connect with the youth because she speaks her mind. She doesn't blindly follow others; she carves her path. Through her journey, I hope viewers feel inspired to stand up for their loved ones and stay true to themselves. Neha Rana On Megha Barsenge, Bond With Neil & Kinshuk, Junooniyatt's Abrupt Ending & More
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Subhanshi Raghuwanshi on her transformation Vasudha, says 'I hope the audience notices how much Divya has evolved'
Vasudha has been keeping the audience at the edge of their seats with its layered characters and emotionally charged storyline over the past few months. Now, with the family shifting its focus towards Megha (Mandeep Kaur) as she emerges as Devansh's (Abhishek Sharma) prospective bride, Vasudha (Priya Thakur) is seen struggling with heartbreak. Amidst this emotional sequence, the only silver lining has been Divya's (Subhanshi Raghuwanshi) and Avinash's (Ishankk Salluja) marriage. What's more interesting is the visually striking evolution and transformation of Divya. After her marriage, her graceful transformation has captivated viewers. Known for her grounded simplicity and youthful charm, she was usually seen in pretty salwar suits before her wedding. Now, Divya embraces traditional sarees and an exquisite glow. Her wardrobe transformation symbolizes her growth—from a young woman navigating love and duty to a resilient individual gracefully embracing her role within the Chauhan household, all while staying true to who she is at her core! Speaking about her transformation, Shubhanshi Raghuwanshi said, 'Being a part of Vasudha and working with the team has been a fulfilling experience to date. However, Divya's transformation is something I was excited about. It's not about changing who she is—it's about honouring the new phase she has entered. Divya is navigating a new family, new expectations, and in many ways, redefining her place in it all. The new look and identity are close to my heart as I have worked closely with the costume team to personalise it. We consciously kept the authenticity intact, and having a more personalised experience has helped me as an actor to get deeper into my character. I hope the audience notices how much Divya has evolved, not just in appearance, but in strength and purpose as well.' As the plot unfolds further in the upcoming episodes, get ready to witness changes in the Chauhan house, especially with the upcoming drama revolving around Megha and Devansh's nuptials. Will Megha truly find her place by Devansh's side? Or will the family find out about Megha's truth?
