Two elderly women from Udupi die in Makkah during Umrah pilgrimage
Udupi: Two elderly women hailing from Brahmavara in Udupi district have passed away in Makkah, Saudi Arabia while they were on Umrah pilgrimage at the holiest Muslim site.
The deceased women have been identified as Mariyamma (66), and Khatijamma (68), both residents of Kota in Brahmavara in Udupi. The two were reportedly relatives and are part of the same group of Umrah pilgrimage.
According to the details, the group of 34 pilgrims had left for Umrah on March 1 from Mangaluru.
Having completed the Umrah in Makkah, the group was reportedly leaving for Madina when Mariyamma suffered a heart attack and passed away.
Two days later on March 11, Khatijamma also passed away after falling sick.
The family members said their funeral rites were held in Makkah.
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CEO’s Rs 14 lakh Louis Vuitton dog suitcase triggers social media debate
New Delhi: An Indian CEO has triggered widespread debate on social media after reportedly spending Rs 14 lakh on a Louis Vuitton suitcase designed for his dog. Ajay Thakore, CEO of Doctor Multimedia, shared a video on Instagram showcasing the extravagant purchase, which has since drawn mixed reactions.
In the video, Thakore is seen entering a Louis Vuitton store, stating, "I think my dog has something to pick up." He then reveals the "Bone Trunk," a bone-shaped, hard-shell suitcase complete with a varnished wooden tray and two bowls. The video’s caption read, "Aspen's always spending money like there's no tomorrow. $20k Louis Vuitton bone trunk."
The post quickly went viral, with many users expressing shock and disbelief. Some criticized the CEO’s indulgence, questioning the morality of spending such a large sum on a pet accessory when pressing issues like poverty and animal welfare exist. Comments ranged from disbelief to sharp criticism, with one user remarking, "Imagine how far $20k would go at an animal rescue." Others viewed it as a reflection of societal excess, calling it a "grotesque illustration of what's wrong in society."
However, Thakore also found support from some users, who defended his right to spend his wealth as he pleased. One commenter noted the irony of criticism coming from people who indulge in expensive gadgets, writing, "It's funny how many condemn this spending yet think nothing of buying an $800 iPhone without considering charity."
