Man, two girls beaten for not standing up for national anthem in film theatre

December 12, 2016

Chennai, Dec 12: There was panic among moviegoers at a city theatre on Sunday afternoon when a group of 20 people roughed up a young man and two women students who, among others, had not stood up when the national anthem was being played before the screening of 'Chennai 28-II'.

The violence broke out during the intermission of an 11.30am show at Kasi theatre in Chennai's Ashok Nagar.

Around 20 people beat up the three following an argument. Witnesses said nine people had remained seated while the anthem was being played.

During the interval, one Vijayakumar grabbed Viji, afreelance movie reviewer, by the collar and demanded to know why he did not stand up for the anthem. In the argument that ensued, 20 people ganged up on Viji and two women, Sabaritha and Shreela, and beat them up. "We were harassed and manhandled. They issued life threats and assaulted us. We did not have any intention to show disrespect," Shreela, a law student said.

Theatres here have started playing the national anthem before each screening. Vijayakumar, a civil service aspirant, said "They were taking selfies when the anthem was being played, which was not welcomed by many of us."

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I HAVE NO PROBLEM IN STANDING AND SINGING NATIONAL ANTHEM. ONLY IF

PATRIOTIC MOVIES SHOULD BE PLAYED.

NOT FOR OTHER ROMANTIC TYPE MOVIES.

Honorable supreme court responsible for this! they should pass judgments keeping in mind common public.

India should learn from Uaé. In Uaé national anthem is sung during national day.

And it is not compulsory. They never force anybody to love their country.

That's not only Uaé people even many other country people likes Uaé and respect Uaé.

If these goons are that much patriot then let them go and fight in our border area and show their guts....not beating 3 persons by 20.....it does not go nice....and also like ijidas attacking ladies....shame on them....

I don't feel like standing for national anthem for the movies es like befikre and sunny leones.

So I will never watch any movies in cinemas. Not even dhangal.

I love my country. And nobody can force me. What to do.

After bjp comes to power. India has became joke now a days. Many other western countries are making fun of India. Everyone is taking granted for India.

I really feel hurt. Cow governance is ruling our country. There is a limit.

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Mangaluru police issue alert over fake traffic fine payment Apps and links

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December 20,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 20: City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy has issued a high-alert warning to vehicle owners regarding a surge in cyber fraud targeting those looking to pay traffic violation fines. Fraudsters are reportedly exploiting recent government discount schemes on traffic penalties to deceive citizens.

The Scam: How Fraudsters Strike

Criminals are using SMS, WhatsApp, and social media to circulate suspicious links and APK files (Android application packages). They claim these apps allow users to pay e-challans at a discount.

• Device Hacking: Downloading these unauthorized apps gives hackers full access to the victim's smartphone.

• Financial Theft: Once the phone is compromised, fraudsters intercept OTPs and personal data to drain bank accounts.

• Phishing Sites: Fake websites mimicking official portals are also being used to harvest banking credentials.

Already, two residents within Mangaluru city limits have reported significant financial losses after falling victim to these fraudulent apps.

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Mangaluru: Youth arrested for misleading Instagram post targeting police

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December 19,2025

Mangaluru: The Mangaluru CEN police have arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly posting provocative and misleading content on an Instagram page named “mr_a_titude”, targeting the Bajpe police.

Mangaluru Commissioner of Police Sudheer Kumar Reddy C H identified the arrested as Abhishek M, a resident of Katipalla in Mangaluru.

A case has been registered at the Bajpe Police Station under Sections 353(1)(c), 353(2), 56, and 57 read with Section 189 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in connection with the post.

According to police, the accused uploaded a photograph of a hotel on the Instagram page and alleged that accused persons in a murder case under the Bajpe police jurisdiction were being given “royal treatment” by the police, including being served beef meals daily from the hotel.

The post further accused the police of supporting criminals, misusing their authority, and betraying public trust. Police said the content was provocative in nature and aimed at inciting public outrage against the police.

Following the post, a case was registered at the Bajpe police station, and further investigation was transferred to the CEN police station.

Police records indicate that the accused has a criminal history, with multiple cases registered against him, including murder, attempt to murder, assault, and robbery at the Surathkal Police Station, and one case at the Kaup Police Station.

The Commissioner said the accused was traced and arrested using technical evidence.

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