Temperatures drop in Delhi, Punjab; slight respite from cold for Kashmir
NEW DELHI: Cold weather conditions persisted in parts of north and west India on Sunday with the mercury dropping several notches in Delhi, Punjab and Rajasthan. Kashmir and the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh received some respite from the intense cold as minimum temperatures rose. The respite for Kashmir is likely to be short-lived as the meteorological department has predicted a cold wave in parts of the valley over the next three days. Delhi's minimum temperature dropped to 4.9 degrees Celsius, 3.1 notches below normal, but cold wave conditions did not prevail, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The mercury settled at a low of 8 degrees Celsius in the city on Saturday. The capital recorded a maximum temperature of 23.2 degrees Celsius on Sunday, 0.2 notches below normal, the IMD said. The weather department has forecast moderate fog in Delhi on Monday. The minimum and maximum temperatures are expected to settle at 5 degrees Celsius and 23 degrees Celsius respectively. Punjab and Haryana also remained in the grip of cold weather conditions with Faridkot recording the lowest temperature in the region at 1 degree Celsius, according to the meteorological department. Punjab's Gurdaspur and Bathinda recorded a minimum temperature of 2 degrees Celsius and 4.6 degrees Celsius respectively at night, it said. The mercury settled at a low of 3.5 degrees Celsius in Pathankot, 3.9 degrees Celsius in Amritsar, 6.8 degrees Celsius in Ludhiana and 3.8 degrees Celsius in Patiala. In Haryana, Hisar shivered at 1.7 degrees Celsius and Narnaul recorded a minimum temperature of 3 degrees Celsius. Bhiwani recorded a low of 4 degrees Celsius, Gurugram 5.6 degrees Celsius, Rohtak 5.2 degrees Celsius and Ambala 5.7 degrees Celsius. The weather office said that Chandigarh, the common capital of Punjab and Haryana, recorded a minimum temperature of 4.8 degrees Celsius. Temperatures rose by three to five notches in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh while cold wave conditions gripped the lower hills as the weather remained dry. Tabo was the coldest place in the state at night with a low of minus 10.6 degrees Celsius and Shimla was the warmest at 12.2 degrees Celsius, 6.5 notches above normal. The adjoining resorts of Kufri and Narkanda recorded a low of 9.8 degrees Celsius and 6.4 degrees Celsius respectively. In the lower hills, Una recorded a minimum temperature of 0.2 degrees Celsius and Sundernagar 0.6 degrees Celsius. The local meteorological office has issued a 'yellow' warning for cold wave at isolated places in the lower hills and plains till Thursday and predicted dry weather in the state over the next seven days. Cold wave conditions will prevail in Una, Hamirpur, Bilaspur and parts of Kangra districts, the weather office said. There was no significant change in maximum temperatures in Himachal Pradesh. Solan was the hottest during the day at 24.7 degrees Celsius followed by Shimla at 19 degrees Celsius, five notches above normal. Kashmir saw a slight respite from intense cold wave conditions as minimum temperatures rose across the valley, though they remained below the freezing point. The summer capital of Srinagar recorded a low of minus 3.4 degrees Celsius, an improvement from minus 4.6 degrees Celsius the previous night, the meteorological department said. Gulmarg, a tourist destination popular for skiing, registered a minimum temperature of 3.8 degrees Celsius -- a rise of nearly four notches from the night before. Pahalgam, the base camp for the Amarnath Yatra, logged a low of minus 4.8 degrees Celsius, three notches higher than the previous night. Konibal, a hamlet on the outskirts of Pampore town, was the coldest place in the valley with the mercury settling at a low of minus 5.2 degrees Celsius. The minimum temperature was minus 4 degrees Celsius in Qazigund, 3.7 degrees Celsius in Kupwara and 2.8 degrees Celsius in Kokernag. According to the meteorological office, the weather in the valley is likely to remain mainly dry till December 21. Minimum temperatures are predicted to drop and a cold wave is likely over many stations during the next three days, the weather office said. In Rajasthan, cold wave conditions prevailed in most parts and Fatehpur recorded sub-zero temperatures for the third consecutive day on Sunday. According to the meteorological department, the minimum temperature in Fatehpur settled at minus 1.2 degrees Celsius. Churu recorded a minimum temperature of 1.6 degrees Celsius; Bhilwara 2.2 degrees Celsius; Sangaria, Pilani and Sirohi 2.6 degrees Celsius; Chittorgarh 3.2 degrees Celsius and Alwar 4 degrees Celsius. The mercury settled below 10 degrees Celsius at several other places in the state.
Cold wave conditions in Rajasthan; Fatehpur records sub-zero temperature for 3rd straight day
Cold wave conditions continued across Rajasthan on Sunday, with Fatehpur experiencing sub-zero temperatures for the third day at minus 1.2 degrees Celsius. Other areas reported minimum temperatures as follows: Churu at 1.6 degrees, Bhilwara at 2.2 degrees, and several locations, including Chittorgarh and Alwar, recorded temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius, according to the Meteorological Department.
Two killed in boiler blast at mawa factory in Rajasthan
Jaipur: Two killed in boiler blast at mawa factory in Rajasthan Two workers were killed in a boiler blast at a mawa (thickened milk) factory in Bhilwara district of Rajasthan, police said on Saturday. The incident took place in Narayanpur village of Karjaliya panchayat in Asind police station area on Friday night. Station House Officer (SHO) Hanspal Singh said Mahadev Gurjar (35) and Radheshyam Gurjar (25) were working in the factory when the boiler exploded. Other workers were on leave due to Diwali. The cause of the blast was yet to be ascertained, he said.
In Rajasthans Bhilwara, a person was stabbed and several others attacked by people from a particular community for bursting firecrackers
Violence erupts over bursting crackers in Rajasthan's Bhilwara
An altercation between two communities over bursting of crackers, turned into a stabbing incident in which one Devendra Singh suffered minor injuries
Seven officers suspended for tracking SP Jyeshtha Maitreyis mobile phone location in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: Seven officers, including a sub-inspector from the cyber cell, have been suspended following an incident where Bhiwadi Superintendent of Police (SP) Jyeshtha Maitreyis location was secretly traced by her subordinates. Immediate action was taken against the officers. However, the identity of the person who ordered this surveillance remains unknown. Sources reveal that the SPs mobile had been under surveillance for some weeks, with the incident coming to her attention on October 6. She lodged an official complaint with the police headquarters after finding out that the officers responsible for tracing her location were part of her own team. The gravity of the situation triggered swift action. A departmental inquiry was launched, and with approval from the headquarters, SP Maitreyi suspended Cyber Cell Sub-Inspector Shravan Joshi, along with Head Constable Avnish Kumar and constables Rahul, Satish, Deepak, Bhim, and Rohitash. In a public statement, SP Maitreyi expressed her disappointment: I have been performing my duties honestly. I never imagined that officers from my own department would betray me like this, and I had no idea they were tracing my location. Rajasthan DGP UR Sahu also addressed the media, confirming that the investigation is ongoing. If anyone is found guilty, appropriate action will be taken in accordance with the law, he stated. The police headquarters is conducting a thorough investigation to determine who else might be involved in the illegal tracing of the SP's phone location. Further details are awaited as the investigation unfolds. Jyeshtha Maitreyi is one of the young IPS officers of Rajasthan who has impressed the team with her administrative efficiency in a very short time. Maitreyi passed the Civil Services Examination in 2017. After training, in 2018, her first posting in the Rajasthan cadre was as an ASP in Girwa Circle of Udaipur. In the second posting, she was given the responsibility of Bhilwara ASP and then she was appointed as DCP Crime in Jaipur. After Sirohi and Kotputli-Baharod as Superintendent of Police, she has recently been transferred to Bhiwadi. Along with this, Jyeshtha Maitreyi has also been given the additional charge of the Khairthal-Tijara SP post.
In major reshuffle, Rajasthan govt transfers 58 IPS, 20 IAS officers
In a major bureaucratic reshuffle, Rajasthan has transferred 58 IPS and 20 IAS officers. At the same time, four Indian Police Service (IPS) and eight Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers were given additional charge. The state government's personnel department issued the transfer lists late on Sunday. Additional Director General (ADG) for planning, modernisation and welfare Govind Gupta was made director general for jails. ADG (Railway) Anil Paliwal was shifted to technical services (telecommunications and technical) and traffic as director general. ADG (Vigilance) Ashok Rathore was shifted to training while ADG (Training) Malini Agrawal was made ADG (civil rights and human trafficking). Another eight ADGs and eight inspector general rank officials were changed. The Alwar, Bhilwara, Jaipur Rural, Ajmer, Bikaner, Tonk, Beawar, Kota Rural, Jodhpur Rural, Bundi, Deedwana-Kuchaman, Behror, Hanumangarh and Balotra got new superintendents of police (SPs). Charge of SPs of the K
Stone pelting on Ganesh Pandal: Hindus stage protest, march out of villages
Jaipur: In what could be described as a silent protest against a recent incident of stone pelting on a Ganesh Pandal, people in Bhilwaras Sanganer town marched out of their villages after tying black ribbons to their doors. They gathered in a nearby place called Kali Mangri which is a Dev Sthan two kms from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Lucknow: A distressing incident has emerged from Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, where a Dalit girl has accused Mufti Imran of sexually molesting her while pretending to perform black magic. The victim's family, believing she was possessed by an evil spirit due to frequent illnesses, sought the Mufti's help for exorcism. Unfortunately, the situation took a dark turn as the Mufti reportedly exploited this belief for his own nefarious purposes. The case, which unfolded in the Beniganj Police Station area, reveals that the 22-year-old Dalit girl and her family had initially turned to Mufti Imran, hoping his exorcism rituals would cure her recurring health issues. Although her health initially seemed to improve, the Mufti allegedly took advantage of her vulnerability. The girl claims that Mufti Imran not only molested her under the pretense of black magic but also threatened her with the prospect of forced marriage, stating he would prevent her from marrying anyone else. Mufti Imran, a resident of Hardois Mohalla Krishnanagar, is accused of using black magic to perpetuate the girl's illnesses to ensure she kept returning to him. The victim reported that her health worsened whenever she was away from Imran, who allegedly sent evil spirits to keep her dependent on his services. The girls father, a laborer with five sons and two daughters, had initially sought other remedies, including an exorcism by a villager, before turning to Mufti Imran. This tragic case raises unsettling questions about the dynamics between religious leaders and marginalized communities. The allegations bring to light the broader issues of how faith and superstition can be manipulated for exploitation. Furthermore, the case prompts us to question the implications for Muslim-Dalit relations and the effectiveness of any purported alliances or unity movements, such as those involving the MIM and Bhim Army, in addressing and preventing such abuses. How can communities ensure that their vulnerabilities are not exploited by those in positions of supposed spiritual authority? And what steps are being taken to address the exploitation of faith by individuals like Mufti Imran? Kejriwal Resigns as CM Amidst Election Season: Calculated Strategy or Genuine Move? Hindu Procession Attacked in Muslim-Majority Mahoba: Why the Recurrent Hostility? Why Are Hindu Processions Consistently Targeted in Muslim-Dominated Areas? Bhilwara Incident Raises Alarming Questions
Jaipur: On Saturday, 14th September, a Hindu religious procession celebrating Jaljhulani Ekadashi in Jahazpur town, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, came under attack when stones were hurled at them from the Jama Masjid. The attack, which lasted for 20-25 minutes, left many devotees injured and created chaos, resulting in a stampede that forced the local market to shut down. This incident raises a critical question: why are Hindu processions, especially in Muslim-dominated areas, consistently targeted with such violence? Jahazpur, Rajasthan Video 1 : Public demand Video 2 : Demand fulfilled within 1 hour In a pre-planned conspiracy - habitual antisocial elements attacked a shobhayatra. A few days ago in nearby Bhilwara they cut the tail of a cow and threw it in a temple. These criminals were pic.twitter.com/AMxjR8z1Kp STAR Boy TARUN (@Starboy2079) September 15, 2024 The Hindu community was conducting a peaceful religious procession when, without provocation, they were met with stones thrown from inside the mosque. Such targeted aggression against the majority community has become alarmingly frequent in India. This incident in Jahazpur follows a pattern where Hindu processions or festivals are attacked in areas with significant Muslim populations. Why is there so much hatred towards Hindus in these regions? Notably, while Hindu processions face such violent disruptions, there are no recorded incidents of similar stone-pelting or attacks during Muslim processions, such as those held during Muharram. This stark contrast begs the question: why is the majority community repeatedly the target in India? What fuels this animosity, and why do such incidents keep recurring when it comes to Hindu processions? Following the stone-pelting, Hindus gathered to demand strict action against those responsible. BJP MLA Gopichand Meena, representing the Jahazpur constituency, joined the protesters, assuring them that the illegal mosque responsible for the attack would be demolished with a bulldozer. The municipality quickly issued a notice to the Head of the Jama Masjid, asking for documents proving land ownership, construction permits, and lease agreements within 24 hours. In response to the violence, the police have detained 10 individuals linked to the attack, and a large police force has been deployed in the town to maintain peace. On the night of 14th September, the municipal corporation also took swift action, removing illegal encroachments by the Muslim community near the Jahazpur bus stand, a move confirmed by District Collector Rajendra Singh Shekhawat. Controversy erupted over spitting on the idol during Ganpati immersion by Muzlims in Rajsamand. Such people should be jailed for at least 10 years! #bhilwara pic.twitter.com/9Blgj1CHHF Oxomiya Jiyori ???????? (@SouleFacts) September 14, 2024 Despite the arrests and assurances of justice, this incident brings to light a disturbing trend. Why is it that Hindus, the majority community, continue to be targeted while Muslim processions proceed without disruption? Why is there such intolerance in areas where Hindus attempt to celebrate their festivals peacefully? As MLA Gopichand Meena called on the Hindus to end their protests, the deeper questions of religious animosity and repeated targeting of Hindu processions remain unanswered. This incident, and others like it, highlight the urgent need for introspection and action to prevent the majority community from being subjected to violence, ensuring that all religious groups can celebrate their festivals in peace. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Hails Asaduddin Owaisi as the Voice of the Poor in Parliament PM Modi Virtually Flags Off Six Vande Bharat Trains to Boost Connectivity in Eastern India Prashant Kishor Promises to Scrap Bihar's Liquor Ban Within an Hour if Elected
Hindu Procession Attacked in Muslim-Majority Mahoba: Why the Recurrent Hostility?
Lucknow: On 14th September, stones were thrown at a Ganesh Visarjan procession in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh, leading to violent communal clashes between two groups and creating a significant law and order issue. This latest incident raises crucial questions about the recurring pattern of violence against Hindu processions in Muslim-majority areas. Why are Hindu celebrations so often targeted with hostility in such regions? The trouble began when two Ganesh idols were taken out for the Visarjan procession in Mahoba. As the procession reached the Kasauratori area of Kotwali police station, a firecracker from the event reportedly fell onto a kutcha house covered with polythene. The fire from the cracker was quickly extinguished by the house's owner, Akila, who then threw water onto the Hindu participants. This act of throwing water escalated tensions and led to a violent clash between the two groups. ! # #Mahoba @mahobapolice pic.twitter.com/126idnQARi Avneesh Upadhyay (@avneeshofficial) September 14, 2024 During the ensuing altercation, the Hindu procession was attacked with buckets and stones. The police arrived promptly to manage the situation, and additional personnel were deployed to maintain order. Despite their efforts, the clash left many participants shaken and led to protests outside the police station by Hindu organizations demanding action against the attackers. Vishwa Hindu Parishad District Head Manoj Shivhare expressed deep anger and frustration over the incident, calling for immediate and strict action against those responsible for attacking the Hindu devotees and pelting stones during the Ganesh Visarjan procession. Members of the Muslim community claimed that the conflict was triggered by Hindus playing objectionable songs on a DJ during the procession, though details on which songs were deemed offensive remain unclear. Akila, the owner of the house affected by the firecracker, asserted that the confrontation began only after she threw water to put out the flames. Superintendent of Police Pailash Bansal confirmed that the clash erupted after a firecracker fell on the Muslim-owned house. He assured that the situation was brought under control following police intervention, and the procession continued peacefully thereafter. Nonetheless, the incident highlights a troubling trend of Hindu processions facing aggression in Muslim-majority areas. What drives this persistent pattern of targeting Hindu celebrations, and why are such communal tensions allowed to escalate in India? Why Are Hindu Processions Consistently Targeted in Muslim-Dominated Areas? Bhilwara Incident Raises Alarming Questions Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Hails Asaduddin Owaisi as the Voice of the Poor in Parliament PM Modi Virtually Flags Off Six Vande Bharat Trains to Boost Connectivity in Eastern India
Kejriwal Resigns as CM Amidst Election Season: Calculated Strategy or Genuine Move?
New Delhi: Days after his release from Tihar jail in the liquor policy case, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has announced his decision to resign within the next 48 hours. Kejriwal stated that the future of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) would now be determined by the public. This surprising move raises critical questions about its timing and motives. Kejriwal took the opportunity to criticize the Central Government, likening its rule to the dictatorial British colonial era. He recounted his prison experience, revealing that he had only written one letter from jailto the Lieutenant Governor on Independence Dayrequesting permission for Atishi to hoist the flag in his absence. The letter was reportedly returned, with a warning that any further correspondence could result in him being barred from family visits. Expressing his gratitude to Delhi's citizens for their support, Kejriwal also hinted at the potential release of fellow AAP leaders Satyendar Jain and Amanatullah Khan, who remain imprisoned. Reflecting on his incarceration, he mentioned that he occupied his time reading books such as the Ramayana, Gita, and Bhagat Singhs prison diary. However, Kejriwals decision to resign now, just a few months before the Delhi Assembly elections, raises questions about the true intent behind this announcement. Why did he not resign during his prolonged stay in jail? Could this resignation be a calculated political move to evoke public sympathy and boost his party's prospects in the upcoming elections? Hindu Procession Attacked in Muslim-Majority Mahoba: Why the Recurrent Hostility? Why Are Hindu Processions Consistently Targeted in Muslim-Dominated Areas? Bhilwara Incident Raises Alarming Questions Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Hails Asaduddin Owaisi as the Voice of the Poor in Parliament
Airtel deploys more spectrum in Rajasthan to boost 5G, 4G network capacity
Telecom operator Bharti Airtel on Wednesday said it has deployed more spectrum across all 50 districts in Rajasthan, boosting 5G/4G network capacities to spruce up voice and data connectivity for subscribers in the state. The deployment will also widen Airtel coverage along highways and rail routes and increase its footprint in rural areas amid an exponential rise in the demand for connectivity. An Airtel release said the company has completed the deployment of the additional spectrum it acquired in July 2024. The additional spectrum has been deployed across all 50 districts in the state. The deployment of additional 5MHz on the 1800 band and additional 4Mhz on the 900 band will give a boost to Airtel's 5G/4G network capacities, which, in turn, will improve and enhance data speeds and provide significantly better coverage inside homes and buildings both in urban and rural areas, the release said. Subscribers across Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Bikaner, Ajmer, Bhilwara, Alwar,
Shops shut, communal tension in Rajasthan's Bhilwara
Additional forces was summoned to prevent violence from flaring up; police said they are trying to identify the people behind the attempt to create communal disturbance
Shops shut, communal tension in Rajasthans Bhilwara
Jaipur: Shopkeepers downed shutters Monday after communal tension erupted in Rajasthans Bhilwara city, a day after a chopped portion of a cows tail was found near a temple, police said. Police used lathis to disperse a crowd that hurled stones at them. Additional forces was summoned to prevent violence from flaring up. Some people had Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan: Woman dies, 4 swept away in rain-related incident
JAIPUR: A 45-year-old woman died and four people were swept away by strong water currents due to heavy rain in Rajasthan's Jalore district on Saturday. The incident occurred when water from the mountain started flowing on the stairs of Sundha Mata temple in Jaswantpura area of the district, police said. Five devotees were swept away in the incident including the deceased Lakshmi Devi Ahari. Heavy rains lash parts of Rajasthan, Jaipur records highest rainfall While three people were rescued, search for one missing person is ongoing, they said. Heavy rain was recorded at some places in Udaipur, Dholpur, Banswara, Pratapgarh, Kota, Baran, Ajmer, Bhilwara, Tonk, Jalore, Dausa, Sawai Madhopur and Sirohi districts, during the last 24 hours. According to the Meteorological department, the highest rainfall in eastern Rajasthan was recorded in Dausa at 144.0 mm and 65 mm in Raniwada (Jalore) of western Rajasthan, till 8.30 am on Sunday. The weather department has predicted very heavy rainfall (above 200 mm) in some parts of Kota, Udaipur and Jodhpur division till Monday. Rain activities in the state is likely to reduce from August 27, the Met department said. Rajasthan Disaster Relief Minister's resignation escalates political war-of-words amidst heavy rains
Heavy showers lash several districts in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: Heavy rain was recorded in several districts of Rajasthan in the last 24 hours, an official of the meteorological department here said. According to the weather data until 8.30 am, Bhungra (Bhilwara) in eastern Rajasthan recorded the highest rainfall of 131 mm, while Marwar Junction (Pali) in western Rajasthan recorded 75 mm, the official said. Mount Abu tehsil logged 120 mm of rainfall, followed by Khushalgarh (110 mm), Pratapgarh (100 mm), Kapasan and Dholpur tehsil (90 mm) each, and Ramganjmandi (80 mm), the data showed. The districts which were lashed by heavy showers in the last 24 hours included Jaipur, Dholpur, Udaipur, Rajsamand, Chittorgarh, Kota, Jhalawar, Pali, Banswara, and Sirohi districts, the Met Centre here said. The official said that since June 1, Rajasthan has received 499 mm of rainfall, compared to the normal 345. 6 mm. However, four districts -- Banswara, Dungarpur, Udaipur and Sirohi -- have recorded deficient rainfall, he added. The highest maximum temperature in the state over the last 24 hours was recorded at 38 degrees Celsius in Barmer.
