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‘Freedom of speech cannot be absolute’: Vaishnaw on Nora Fatehi’s ‘Sarke Chunariya’ ban
CultureTimes of Indiahindustan-times1mo ago2 sources

‘Freedom of speech cannot be absolute’: Vaishnaw on Nora Fatehi’s ‘Sarke Chunariya’ ban

The Union government has officially banned the song 'Sarke Chunariya' following widespread outrage over its vulgar lyrics and visuals. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed the ban in Lok Sabha, emphasizing that freedom of speech in India has reasonable constitutional limitations concerning public order, decency, and morality. The move comes after numerous complaints and criticism from women's commissions and public figures.

Union Cabinet Approves Jal Jeevan Mission Extension with Reduced Allocation
Politicshinduhindustan-timesindian-express+1ndtv1mo ago4 sources

Union Cabinet Approves Jal Jeevan Mission Extension with Reduced Allocation

India's Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission until December 2028 with an enhanced outlay of ₹8.7 lakh crore, with a recent approval of ₹8.69 lakh crore for Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 focusing on last-mile delivery and transparency to provide tap water to rural households…