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News18 Afternoon Digest: Delhi Ashram Swami Accused Of Molesting Women, Trump’s H-1B Visa Row And More

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In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest update on the director of a well-known ashram in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj area has been accused of sexual harassment by over a dozen students; DMRC’s new initiative, with announcements warning passengers against shooting reels, dance videos, or any other social media content inside metro premises; and other news.

17 Women At Delhi Ashram Accuse Director Of Molestation, His Luxury Car With Fake UN Plate Seized

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The director of a well-known ashram in Delhi’s Vasant Kunj area has been accused of sexual harassment by over a dozen students, said police. Swami Chaitanyananda Saraswati, formerly known as Swami Parthasarathy, of Sri Sharadha Institute of Indian Management-Research, has been accused of harassing students pursuing management diploma courses on EWS scholarships.

Trump’s H-1B Overhaul Explained: What Has Been Announced And What’s Being Proposed

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RJD Leaders Again Abuse PM Modi And His Late Mother During Rally In Bihar, BJP Hits Back

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Mumbai Metro Lines 2A, 7 Services Temporarily Suspended Due To Operational Adjustment

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