Congress ad takes aim at 'godi media' with spoof on Arnab Goswami
New Delhi: In a recent advertisement, the Congress party has launched a scathing critique of certain sections of the mainstream media, particularly targeting Republic TV's chief, Arnab Goswami. The ad features a parody of Goswami's primetime show, where he is depicted lavishing praise on the government while seated alongside two politicians. However, as the camera pulls back at the end of the "broadcast," Goswami is revealed to be sitting on the laps of these politicians.
The ad concludes with a poignant voiceover declaring, "Agar media Godi mein baithi rahi, na samvidhan rahega, na loktantra" (If the media continues to remain subservient, there will be neither constitution nor democracy).
Additionally, the ad humorously references a widely mocked BJP advertisement where a woman credits Prime Minister Narendra Modi for purportedly halting the Ukraine-Russia war. This jab at the media extends to its coverage of government actions, particularly regarding issues such as rising prices.
The anchor in the spoofed segment exaggerates claims about the government's achievements, stating absurdities like the prices of fuel plummeting to the extent that they're being used instead of water. Such satire underscores the perceived bias of certain media outlets towards the ruling party.
Moreover, the ad highlights a Newslaundry survey, which revealed a significant skew in the topics and stances covered by primetime debates. Goswami's show, for instance, reportedly hosted a majority of debates favouring the government.
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Karnataka: College student dies by suicide in Dharwad, 3 policemen suspended
Dharwad (Karnataka) (PTI): A college student allegedly died by suicide here, following which three policemen were suspended over allegations of harassment linked to his death by the victim's family.
Aditya Myageri, a BSc student at a private college here, was among 18 students detained by the Vidyagiri police on April 25 during an anti-drug drive, police said on Wednesday.
He hailed from Belur village in Bagalkot district, but was staying with his friends at a rented accommodation in Girinagar area of Dharwad city, police said.
Among the 18 students tested, Aditya was among the 10 who had tested negative for ganja consumption and was subsequently released.
Some of his roommates, however, tested positive.
According to police, Aditya's family alleged that despite testing negative, he was harassed by police. They also claimed some policemen demanded Rs 2,000 to settle the matter and threatened legal action if he failed to pay.
He had called his mother asking for money, but she could not arrange it immediately, the family claimed.
On Monday night, Aditya allegedly died by suicide by hanging from a ceiling fan at his rented accommodation, with his family alleging police harassment and pressure over demand for money drove him to the extreme step, a senior police officer said.
Police Commissioner N Shashi Kumar told PTI that an unnatural death case has been registered at Vidyagiri police station. Three policemen have been suspended over the allegations, and further investigation is underway.
