December 24, 2025
Rajasthan Jat Panchayat Bans Smartphones for Married Women at Events from Jan 26, 2026
A caste panchayat in Rajasthan’s Jalore district has banned married women from carrying smartphones at weddings and social gatherings starting Republic Day 2026. Women can use only basic phones, except for academic use at home. The move sparked strong reactions online about tradition and women’s rights.