Indian jobseekers trafficked to Myanmar by fraudulent IT firms faced brutal punishments, including being forced to eat frozen, rotten duck eggs and subjected to electric shocks for resisting internet scams or failing to meet fraud targets. One victim recounted the horrific conditions and torture endured, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance against deceptive overseas job offers.
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A political firestorm erupted after Congress leader Jairam Ramesh likened the free movement of Pahalgam terrorists to Indian MPs traveling abroad, drawing sharp BJP criticism. Ramesh accused the government of targeting Congress while terrorists remain at large. The BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla accused Congress of echoing Pakistan's narrative and insulting India's army and diplomatic efforts.
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