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NDTV
29-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
"Indians Strongly Advised Not To...": Iran After 3 From Punjab Go Missing
Tehran: Iran on Thursday said that the case of three Indian nationals, who have gone missing in Tehran, is being followed up by its foreign ministry in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities, and New Delhi is being kept informed about all developments in the matter. The remarks came after the Indian mission in Tehran urged the authorities to trace the missing Indian nationals and ensure their safety. "The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities. The Embassy of the Republic of India in Tehran is also being kept informed of the proceedings within the judicial system of the Islamic Republic of Iran through coordination with the Consular Affairs Department," the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi said in a post on X. The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities. The Embassy of the Republic of India… — Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) May 29, 2025 Iran also urged Indians to apply caution while travelling to other countries and not fall prey to illegal agencies. "Given the nature of this incident, Indian citizens are strongly advised not to be deceived by the promises of unauthorised individuals or illegal Indian agencies offering travel to other countries," it added. What's The Case The three Indians--identified as Hushanpreet Singh (Sangrur), Jaspal Singh (SBS Nagar) and Amritpal Singh (Hoshiarpur)--went missing soon after landing in Tehran on May 1. Per reports, an agent in Punjab had promised to send them to Australia via the Dubai-Iran route. He reportedly assured them that they would be provided a stay in Iran. But soon after they landed in Iran on May 1, they were reportedly kidnapped. The kidnappers demanded a ransom of Rs 1 crore, according to the victims' families. Kidnappers threatened to kill the men if money was not sent, the relatives said. They also alleged that kidnappers have shared the pictures and videos of the men with them, showing their hands tied by ropes with cuts and bruising marks on their bodies. The families said that they were able to speak with these men during the first few days after their alleged kidnapping, but they have not been able to connect with them since May 11. The agent from Hoshiarpur who sent the men abroad is reportedly missing. An FIR against the agent was filed on May 16. Delhi Raises Issue With Tehran The grieving families approached the Embassy of India to report their kidnapping and request that it ensure their safe return. "The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities, and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured," the Indian Embassy said in a statement. The Embassy added that it is "keeping the family members regularly updated" of the efforts being made by it.
The Independent
16-05-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Indian court slams influencer after 71 suffer reactions to homemade hair oil
An Indian influencer has been denied bail by a state high court after more than 70 people allegedly developed eye infections linked to a homemade hair oil he promoted. The incident in question took place on 16 March at an unauthorised hair treatment camp in Sangrur city, located in the northwestern state of Punjab. Amandeep Singh, who had over 85,000 followers on social media and owns a salon in Sangrur, is accused of claiming his homemade oil could treat baldness, and applying it on attendees. The attendees were told to wash off the oil after 10-15 minutes as part of the treatment, after which they began to feel a burning sensation in their eyes, as well as redness and swelling on their faces, according to The Times of India. The oil was being sold for Rs 1,300 (£11.42). Local media spoke to several doctors in the area, who confirmed treating patients who had attended the camp the next day with these symptoms and diagnosed them as having contact dermatitis. A week later, it was confirmed that a total of 71 people, of the 500 who attended, had adverse effects from the oil. Doctors also reportedly said that if the oil had affected the cornea, victims could have lost their vision. The police confirmed that no permission had been granted for the camp. In court on 12 May, Mr Singh's counsel argued that the influencer had applied for a patent for his oil and the reactions were because the victims did not apply it correctly. He added that Mr Singh worked as a hairstylist and was trying to help people suffering from hair loss. Denying him anticipatory bail, the Punjab and Haryana high court came down heavily on influencers peddling unverified and untested products, saying: 'This is yet another unfortunate example of internet-famous, unqualified quacks taking advantage of the common man's insecurities.' 'In a bid to meet fickle societal standards of beauty, vulnerable people go to extreme lengths and even undergo risky procedures. The constant pressure to look a certain way often has a deleterious effect on the mental health of children and adults alike,' the high court observed in its order, according to Live Law. 'In fact, in this day and age where social media and marketing agendas so deeply affect one's self-esteem, we, as a society, must endeavour to promote authenticity over curated perfection. 'Advertising tall, misleading claims without scientific backing must be condemned.' Mr Singh is reportedly absconding, and one of his associates has been arrested, according to the Hindustan Times.
