Census 2027: NCSC issues notice to Punjab over use of casteist words in questionnaire In a significant move, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes has responded to the Punjab authorities regarding serious allegations of caste-based discrimination being recorded in an official Census document. The Commission plans to delve into this issue under Article 338 of the Constitution and has requested a detailed action report within a strict 15-day timeline. #caste-based_discrimination #Punjab #National_Commission #Scheduled_Castes #Census_document #Punjab_authorities #NCSC_issues #official_Census #significant_move #casteist_words
Nora Fatehi apologises to NCW over ‘Sarke Chunar’ controversy; says, “There was no intention to offend anybody” Actor-dancer Nora Fatehi appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on May 7 in connection with the controversy surrounding the song ‘Sarke Chunar’ from the upcoming film KD – The Devil. The actress addressed the matter before the commission and issued an apology, stating that there was no intention to hurt sentiments through the track. Speaking after her appearance before the commission, Nora told ANI, “It was just a situation that I was put in, and there was no intention to offend anybody, but of course I have to be responsible as an artist. I definitely apologise, we have done everything in writing. They have been so kind and helpful. It's really important for us to give back to society. So, I decided that we should sponsor a few orphan girls, their education, so that is the goal after this matter. ”#WATCH | Delhi | Actor-dancer Nora Fatehi today appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW), in connection with the matter pertaining to the song Sarke ChunarShe says, "I apologise as I have to be responsible as an artist. There was no intention to offend anybody. … pic. twitter. com/OAcvyUaE4C — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2026The controversy dates back to March 2026 when the NCW had taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging obscenity and vulgarity in the song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’. The commission had then shared an official statem... #Commission #upcoming_film #National_Commission #Nora_Fatehi #Sarke_Chunar’ #Actor-dancer_Nora #Chunar’ #Chunar’_controversy #Nora #intention
Nora Fatehi summoned by National Commission for Women over ‘Sarke Chunar’ row from KD – The Devil Nora Fatehi has once again found herself at the centre of controversy after being summoned by the National Commission for Women (NCW) in connection with the ongoing backlash surrounding the song ‘Sarke Chunar’ from KD – The Devil. The actress was reportedly called by the commission on May 6 and has now been asked to appear before the authorities on May 7 at 11:30 am. The controversy erupted earlier this year after the Hindi version of the song ‘Sarke Chunar’ was released online. Soon after its release in March, the track sparked widespread criticism across social media platforms, with several users objecting to what they described as explicit and suggestive lyrics. Questions were also raised about the portrayal of women in the song, along with concerns regarding accountability and intent behind the content. According to reports, Nora Fatehi had earlier distanced herself from the controversy by clarifying that she had only shot for the Kannada version of the song and that her consent was allegedly not taken for the Hindi adaptation. When the NCW had initially summoned her regarding the matter, the actress reportedly informed the commission that she was out of the country and requested another hearing date. The legal scrutiny around the song has continued to intensify over the past few weeks. Last month, Sanjay Dutt, who also featured in the dance number, was summoned by the N... #National #Commission #National_Commission #Nora_Fatehi #Sarke_Chunar’ #Chunar’_row #Devil #Devil_Nora #ongoing_backlash #backlash_surrounding
In marathon outreach, NCW plans week-long public hearings covering 500 districts The National Commission for Women is launching nationwide 'Mahila Jan Sunwais' in 500 districts across 25 states until March 14. This initiative aims to resolve approximately 15,000 complaints, with a focus on domestic violence and dowry harassment. NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar will lead hearings in five states lacking commission chairpersons, bringing support directly to women in distress. #districts #National_Commission #Mahila_Jan #Jan_Sunwais' #marathon_outreach #launching_nationwide #NCW_plans #plans_week-long #week-long_public #hearings_covering
No plan to set up women’s panel as NCW has J&K cell: Omar govt Jammu and Kashmir government informed the assembly it has no plans for a separate women's commission, citing the National Commission for Women's dedicated "J&K and Ladakh Cell." This decision drew criticism from Sajad Lone, who questioned the delay in reconstituting the commission, a move approved in 2022. Over 5,000 cases were pending when the previous commission was dissolved. #Sajad_Lone #Kashmir_government #Ladakh_Cell #Omar_govt #govt_Jammu #Women_dedicated #separate_women #National_Commission #government_informed #cell
