Modern take on Tagore’s Chandalika triggers backlash, Mamata Shankar responds

A Bengali dance reality show faced backlash after a performance reimagining Tagore’s Chandalika with a Bollywood song. Actress Debleena Dutt and contestant Anushka’s portrayal sparked outrage, deviating from the original story. Guest judge Mamata Shankar expressed her disapproval, claiming her objections were edited out of the aired episode, igniting debate on cultural sensitivity and creative…

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Ratlam Mid-Day Meal Lapse: Students served sev-parmal instead of kheer-puri; 5 issued notices

A video from Ratlam district’s Government Primary School surfaced, revealing students being served sev-parmal instead of the mandated kheer-puri under the mid-day meal scheme. The District Panchayat administration swiftly responded by issuing show-cause notices to five individuals connected to the school and meal preparation. An inquiry has been initiated, and disciplinary action is threatened for…

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