Film on drug problem in Indian Punjab cleared but with cuts

NEW DELHI (AP) — A Bollywood movie about drug abuse in India's northern state of Punjab has been cleared for viewing after its director was ordered to cut several scenes.

Censor board chief Pahlaj Nihalani told reporters that the film "Udta Punjab," or "Flying Punjab," had been certified for adult audiences and can be screened in theaters after 13 scenes were removed.