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Viral clip of US millionaire refusing father’s k request shocks Indians

Viral clip of US millionaire refusing father’s $55k request shocks Indians

A clip from The Ramsey Show that shows an American woman on the fence about paying off her father’s debt has left Indians shocked. The segment has gone viral on X, where hundreds of users expressed surprise at her hesitation, arguing that she could comfortably afford the $55,000 payment given that her net worth is estimated to be between $2 million and $3 million. The American woman called The Ramsey Show to talk about her dilemma. The clip and the reactions to it highlight the cultural differences between the Indian and the American family system. American woman’s indecision The Ramsey Show follows a call-in format in which listeners seek advice on personal finance issues. In a recent episode, a 56-year-old woman called host and personal finance author Dave Ramsey to seek guidance on a dilemma involving her father. She explained that her father and his wife had asked her and her husband to pay off $55,000 in debt. The caller later revealed that she and her husband have a net worth of roughly $2 million …

Kerala CM VD Satheesan caught in controversy over ‘refusing’ to declare a public holiday, minister says ‘out of context’

Kerala CM VD Satheesan caught in controversy over ‘refusing’ to declare a public holiday, minister says ‘out of context’

Kerala Minister P Kunhalikutty on Saturday sought to downplay the controversy over a proposed local holiday for the Champakulam Moolam Boat Race, claiming Chief Minister V D Satheesan’s Assembly remarks, which appeared to contradict his official response, were “taken out of context.” Keralam Chief Minister VD Satheesan caught in a political controversy over alleged denial of holiday for the Champakulam Moolam Boat Race, a local cultural event (ANI) The controversy arose after UDF MLA Reji Cheriyan of the Kerala Congress (Joseph) sought a local holiday in Kuttanad taluk for the annual boat race. Replying in the Assembly, the CM said the government would consider the request. Also Read I CM Satheesan seeks Centre’s help as Iranian hospital closure in Dubai hits Kerala-based healthcare workers However, moments after responding and taking his seat, Satheesan was allegedly heard through an open microphone saying, “under no circumstances will it be granted.” The remark, captured on video, was widely circulated on social media by LDF legislators, triggering a political row. Kunhalikutty, who was seated next to the CM in …

‘Kya bakwaas hai’: Sandhya Mridul slams salons refusing haircut to her mom’s house help despite ‘pleading’

‘Kya bakwaas hai’: Sandhya Mridul slams salons refusing haircut to her mom’s house help despite ‘pleading’

Actor Sandhya Mridul posted videos on her Instagram slamming beauty salons that discriminated against her mother’s house help. The actor revealed that more than one salon turned away the domestic worker who wanted a haircut despite the actor’s mother ‘pleading’ with them. Sandhya also made a follow-up video, stating that she will address the situation in person once she’s back at her mother’s place. Sandhya Mridul spoke about discrimination her mother witnessed against their house help. Sandhya Mridul questions prejudice against house help Sandhya revealed in her Instagram video that her mother took their house help to the salon in their building for a haircut, but the house help refused. When another salon they went to also refused, her mom fought with them, but also requested and pleaded with them, even agreeing to pay more. But they still turned her down. Sandhya states that the house help felt bad after the ordeal. One salon finally agreed to cut her hair, and they went out for lunch afterwards. “She was sad. I can’t even imagine the …

David Dhawan recalls Rishi Kapoor refusing his film, says actor would ‘rag everyone, even his own son’

David Dhawan recalls Rishi Kapoor refusing his film, says actor would ‘rag everyone, even his own son’

Late legendary star Rishi Kapoor was known for his candour and unabashed opinions. The actor had often pulled up the media, his own son Ranbir Kapoor, and even filmmakers in front of the camera. Recently, filmmaker David Dhawan recalled the time the Bobby actor initially refused to work with him because he was a new director at the time. David Dhawan spoke about Rishi Kapoor. Rishi Kapoor refused to star in David Dhawan’s film During an interaction with his son Varun Dhawan ahead of the release of their film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, David recalled how he began his journey in Hindi cinema as an editor before gradually moving into direction. He shared that after directing a few films, producer Nitin Manmohan approached him to direct Bol Radha Bol, which starred Rishi Kapoor in the lead role. While David instantly agreed to direct the film, convincing Rishi Kapoor turned out to be slightly difficult. The veteran actor was unsure about working with a relatively new director at the time, despite liking the script. …

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal claims ED arrested Deepak Singla for refusing to join BJP

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal claims ED arrested Deepak Singla for refusing to join BJP

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal defended party leader Deepak Singla after his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, alleging he was targeted for refusing to join the BJP. Kejriwal also extended support to arrested Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, calling him brave and patriotic Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Actor Nauheed opens up about losing roles for refusing kissing scenes, unmet payments: ‘Instagram is my calling’

Actor Nauheed opens up about losing roles for refusing kissing scenes, unmet payments: ‘Instagram is my calling’

Actor and influencer Nauheed Cyrusi is not holding back when it comes to speaking candidly about the harsh realities of the acting industry and what truly goes on behind the scenes. The Anwar actor has largely stayed away from on-screen roles in recent years, and after fans repeatedly questioned her absence, she is finally breaking her silence and addressing the reasons head-on. Nauheed exposures the addition of unnecessary kissing scenes and payment refusals by producers. (Instagram) Also Read | Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone shoot romantic song for King; leaked video from set gives fans ‘Pathaan vibes’. Watch Cyrusi has seen a surge in popularity on Instagram in recent years, and on May 4, she shared a video addressing the real reason behind her absence from the big screen. In the candid clip, the actor-turned-influencer opened up about how certain expectations tied to working in the industry left her feeling deeply uncomfortable. Nauheed Cyrusi reveals what made her uneasy Nauheed began the video while doing her skincare routine, with a screenshot from her Instagram DMs …

9-year-old shot dead in Kasganj after refusing to fetch water for man

9-year-old shot dead in Kasganj after refusing to fetch water for man

A 9-year-old boy was allegedly shot dead on Friday night when he refused to fetch water demanded by a man who was having liquor during a ceremony organised at a house in Kasganj district. Sambhal, Mar 25 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Police SIT team arrives at the residence of Samajwadi Party MP from Sambhal, Zia ur Rehman Barq, to hand over a notice, in Sambhal on Tuesday. (ANI Photo) (ANI) The accused absconded from the spot but was later arrested and identified as Dhanesh Yadav, who has been booked at the Sahwar police station of Kasganj district. The boy died at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College of AMU, Aligarh on Saturday and the accused was arrested soon after. Govind Vallabh Sharma, the in-charge of the Sahawar police station, informed that Sukhveer Singh, father of the deceased boy Yashpal, had complained that the accused Dhanesh Yadav had asked his son Yashpal for water he required for having liquor during a ceremony organised in the village, but when the boy denied, the accused Dhanesh Yadav fired at the boy …

Internet labels Hansika Motwani ‘ignorant’ for refusing to comment on casting couch: ‘Because mere saath nahi hua’

Internet labels Hansika Motwani ‘ignorant’ for refusing to comment on casting couch: ‘Because mere saath nahi hua’

Actor Hansika Motwani has found herself at the centre of an online debate after sharing her views on the casting couch in showbiz. The actor maintained that she couldn’t comment on the issue, as she has never experienced it firsthand. However, her remarks have not gone down well with social media users, with many taking to social media to call out her stance and label it as “ignorant”. Hansika Motwani started her career as a child artiste on the small screen with Shaka Laka Boom Boom. Hansika Motwani on casting couch Hansika recently appeared in an episode of The Male Feminist posted on the YouTube channel of Hauterrfly. During the conversation, she was asked about the presence of the casting couch in the entertainment industry. When the host suggested that she may have been spared the casting couch given her early entry into showbiz as a child artiste, Hansika responded, “Nahi, nahi… Aur mujhe pata hai ke kya lagta hai ke jisko kaam karna hai na, asli kaam, toh uske saath yeh sab hota nahi …

Medha Shankr recalls designers refusing to give outfits for events; says she holds ‘no grudges’ | Bollywood News

Medha Shankr recalls designers refusing to give outfits for events; says she holds ‘no grudges’ | Bollywood News

5 min readMumbaiApr 18, 2026 03:06 PM IST Medha Shankr, who became a household name with Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 12th Fail, is now gearing up for her next project, a family rom-com titled Ginny Wedss Sunny 2, co-starring Avinash Tiwary. Recently, while promoting the film, the actress was asked whether she had ever felt humiliated on a film set, and she immediately said no, but added that there have been instances in the past, at events and in other situations, where she was made to feel inferior. ‘This designer will not give his outfit to you’ In a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, she recalled: “At events, with designers, you know small things like ‘this designer will not give his outfit to you’, we all hear that. Of course, it doesn’t matter to me, but I do remember your names. Not that I have any grudges or something, but I remember. Not that it’s personal, because you know it’s a protocol, but you do feel, ‘What just happened here?’ So definitely, there I have felt a …

Why India is Refusing 2 Million Barrels of ‘Unannounced’ Iranian Oil

Why India is Refusing 2 Million Barrels of ‘Unannounced’ Iranian Oil

5 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 15, 2026 03:40 PM IST In a curious development amid the US blockade of Iran’s ports, an Iranian oil tanker estimated to be laden with about 2 million barrels of Iranian crude arrived unannounced close to Gujarat on Tuesday without a declared destination or buyer, according to ship tracking data and industry watchers. While India has bought some Iranian barrels in view of the sanctions waiver issued by the US last month allowing sale of Tehran’s oil that was already loaded on tankers, Indian refiners are unlikely to pick up oil on this tanker. That is because the tanker was likely loaded after the US waiver’s cut-off date, sources indicated. The tanker–very large crude carrier (VLCC) Derya–arrived in waters off Gujarat on Tuesday; it was likely loaded with Iranian oil on March 28, according to vessel tracking data from commodity market analytics form Kpler. The US sanctions waiver for Iranian oil allowed for purchase of Iranian oil that was already loaded on tankers before March 20. Since Derya was likely …