1. Chennai Metro ad comparing girlfriend’s interest to FD returns sparks outrage

Chennai Metro ad comparing girlfriend’s interest to FD returns sparks outrage

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  • A Chennai Metro advertisement for fixed deposits sparks controversy after comparing girlfriends’ interest with FD returns.
  • The ad by THECOS, a cooperative credit society, says a girlfriend may give “0% interest” while its FD offers 14.40%.
  • DMK MP Thamizhachi Thangapandian criticises the ad, saying it degrades women and objectifies them in a public space.
  • The MP seeks the immediate removal of the advertisement and questions Chennai Metro authorities over allowing it to be displayed.

Source: news18.com

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