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⬤ CRITICAL 27 Jul 2026, 09:17 UTC

Indian-origin doctor faces backlash after sharing bindi video

An Indian-origin plastic surgeon in the US says a light-hearted video about her bindi triggered an unprecedented wave of anti-Indian abuse online. Her experience reflects a wider trend identified by recent research, with many Indian Americans reporting racist slurs, online harassment and discrimination. Studies warn that hostility towards visible Hindu and Indian identity is increasing, both online and offline.
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