Sentinels of the Sea` expedition to be launched ahead of ICG`s 49th Raising Day
The motorcycle rally will pass through important border towns and coastal cities such as Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Vadodara, and Daman, and will conclude at the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai on February 1, 2025, marking Coast Guard Day, an official statement said
Camels, Camels, Camels Everywhere!
Have you heard of the International Camel Festival in Bikaner?
IMD warns of rain, hailstorm in parts of Rajasthan
Jaipur: The India Meteorological Department has forecast rain and hailstorms in around 15 districts of Rajasthan on Friday. A Western Disturbance will be active in the districts of the Bikaner division late Friday evening, bringing light rain, the weather office said. Bikaner, Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Nagaur, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Alwar, Jaipur, Bharatpur, Dausa, Dholpur, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, 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 .
Interim Stay On Attachment Of Bikaner House Extended
Sub Inspector exam paper leak case: 9 more trainee SIs suspended in Rajasthan
JAIPUR:In a significant development in the Sub Inspector 2021 paper leak case, nine more trainee Sub-Inspectors (SIs) have been suspended, bringing the total number of suspended officers to 20. The SOG has arrested 45 trainee SIs in connection with the paper leak case. Of these, 25 accused have been granted bail. The suspensions follow a series of actions initiated by the authorities. On December 31, 2024, the Police Headquarters issued orders for field training for trainee SIs. However, these orders were seen as an attempt to facilitate the appointment of the accused officers. The new suspension orders have effectively reversed the situation. On Sunday, Bikaner Range Inspector General (IG) Omprakash suspended eight trainee SIs, including Karanpal Godara, Jairam, Manish Beniwal, Shravan Kumar, Manisha, Ankita Godara, Manju Vishnoi, and Manju Devi. Of these, Manju Vishnoi was allotted Bikaner, Manju Devi Hanumangarh, and the rest were assigned to Sri Ganganagar district. Additionally, Ajmer Range IG Omprakash suspended one trainee SI, Subhash Vishnoi. This follows the suspension of 11 trainee SIs from the Jaipur and Udaipur ranges on January 3, 2025. All the suspended officers had been sent to their respective districts on December 31, 2024, despite being under investigation. According to the Rajasthan Civil Service (Classification, Control, and Appeal) Rules, 1958, any government employee taken into police custody for more than 48 hours is subject to suspension. The current actions are based on this regulation, as all the accused had been in custody. Six individuals who were selected in the recruitment process but did not join have also been arrested. In May, the Police Headquarters directed all districts and ranges to initiate departmental action against the accused.The Police Headquarters decision to send the accused SIs for field training has been legally challenged in the High Court. A hearing on this matter is scheduled for January 6, 2025. Meanwhile, BJP Minister Kirodi Lal Meena, who had been vocal about cancelling the Sub Inspector-2021 recruitment process, has recently refrained from making further statements. On Sunday, he met BJP state president Madan Rathore at the partys state office but avoided questions regarding the recruitments cancellation. When asked if the governments recent actions, including the suspension of SIs on bail, were influenced by his protests, Meena declined to comment. His sudden silence has sparked speculation about possible instructions from the partys central leadership to avoid conflicting with the governments stance. Notably, Meena recently met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. On December 30, 2024, Meena had publicly demanded the cancellation of the recruitment process and criticized the SOGs handling of the investigation. As the High Court prepares to hear the case, the outcome could have significant implications for the accused officers and the future of the recruitment process. The evolving political and legal landscape surrounding the Sub Inspector-2021 paper leak case continues to draw attention, with further developments anticipated in the coming days.
Setback for Bikaner MLA in fight of Rajasthan ex-royals over control of trusts
The devasthan department's commissioner in Udaipur has ruled against Siddhi Kumari, a BJP MLA, in favor of Rajyashree Kumari and other trustees in a trust management dispute. Siddhi Kumari was accused of misusing her position to control trusts established by Bikaner's last maharaja, Dr. Karni Singh.
Hyderabad : The schedule of certain trains from the city have been altered to facilitate track works between Ratangarh and Molisar on the Bikaner-Sadulapur section of North Western Railway. Train 2273 from Secunderabad to Hisar, commencing on January 28: Partially cancelled between Bikaner and Hisar. Train 07053 from Kacheguda to Bikaner, commencing January 18 and 25: Diverted via Jaipur, Phulera and Merta Road. Additional stoppages at Phulera, Makrana and Degana. Train 07054 Bikaner to Kacheguda, commencing January 21 and 28: Diverted via Merta Road, Phulera and Jaipur. Additional stoppages at Degana, Makrana and Phulera.
Massive protests sweep Rajasthan as Bhajan Lal government abolishes nine newly-formed districts
JAIPUR: Rajasthan is witnessing widespread protests following the Bhajan Lal government's controversial decision to abolish nine of the 17 districts established during the Gehlot administration. Citizens across these nine districts are voicing their dissent, with warnings of intensified agitation if the government fails to reverse its decision. Meanwhile two days after the cabinet decision over this move the Bhajanlal government in Rajasthan has issued the formal notification for scrapping nine districts and three divisional headquarters which were created by the former Congress government led by Ashok Gehlot in 2023. Under the notification, any changes in the districts were possible only till December 31 and with the formal notification being issued possibilities of any further change in the number of districts being changed are unlikely to be changed. Massive protests have surfaced across the districts. In Sanchore, protesters blocked roads, leading to the closure of private schools on January 7. Local Congress leaders have gone as far as threatening self-immolation to demand the restoration of the districts. The unrest has extended to the BJPs own ranks, as the president of Anupgarhs city board and several officials resigned in protest. Meanwhile, the Bikaner-Sriganganagar National Highway No. 911 was blocked for over two hours on Sunday, causing significant disruption. The Sangharsh Samiti has announced an indefinite closure of Anupgarhs markets until their demands are met, along with a prolonged sit-in outside the collectorate. Similarly, protests are escalating in Neemkathana, where agitators have threatened to disrupt train services. A massive demonstration, led by Neemkathana MLA Suresh Modi, took place at the Collectorate. The Vyapar Mahasangh has also declared an indefinite shutdown of Neemkathanas markets, which have remained closed since Monday morning. Adding to the controversy, a statement by BJP state president Madan Rathore has gone viral on social media. Initially remarking, Once new districts are created, who can end them? Rathore later defended the governments decision, claiming that the districts were created by the Gehlot administration merely to please MLAs and secure a fragile government majority. He asserted that even Gehlot would not have retained these districts had he returned to power. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and other senior Congress leaders have strongly condemned the decision. Gehlot labelled the BJP governments rationale for abolishing the districts as unjust. He vowed to visit the abolished districts to connect with affected citizens, emphasising that his administration not only announced the districts but also allocated resources, appointed officers, and created new opportunities for government jobs. He warned that rolling back these districts would reduce IAS and RAS cadre posts, limiting career advancement for government employees. Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasara has announced a state-wide protest starting January 1 if the districts are not reinstated. With emotions running high and political leaders exchanging fiery statements, the situation in Rajasthan remains tense. With the government issuing the notification and clarifying its determination to scrap nine new districts and the popular agitations in the nine districts with opposition criticising the move the row over dissolving nine districts is likely to intensify in the nine districts.
Acme Solar Subsidiary Receives Rs 1,988-Crore Term Loan For 300 MW Hybrid Project
The solar project will be developed in Bikaner, Rajasthan, while the wind facility will be made in Bhuj, Gujarat.
Acme Solar Holdings secures Rs 1,988 cr loan from PFC to develop 300 MW hybrid project
NEW DELHI, Dec 26: Acme Solar Holdings on Thursday said it has raised Rs 1,988 crore from state-owned Power Finance Corporation (PFC) to fund a 300 MW hybrid project awarded to the company through a SECI auction. The project will be located in high-resource potential areas, with solar capacity to be developed in Bikaner, Rajasthan, and wind sites in Bhuj, Gujarat, Acme Solar Holdings said in a statement. ACME Renewtech Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Acme Solar Holdings, has [] The post Acme Solar Holdings secures Rs 1,988 cr loan from PFC to develop 300 MW hybrid project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir
NEW DELHI: Day temperatures dropped sharply in several areas of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh after light rain hit parts of north India on Monday, even as intense cold wave conditions persisted in Kashmir with mercury dipping several degrees below freezing point. In Himachal Pradesh, Shimla and nearby areas also witnessed light snowfall which led to the closure of 30 roads in the state. People in the national capital woke up to a drizzle and fog with the minimum temperature settling at 8.6 degrees Celsius, a notch below the season's average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The maximum temperatures in Haryana and Punjab witnessed a sharp dip as rain lashed many parts the two states. According to the Met office, Chandigarh, which received light rain during the day, recorded a maximum temperature of 13.7 degrees Celsius, down six notches against normal. In Haryana, Ambala recorded a maximum temperature of 13.2 degrees Celsius, down six notches against normal while Hisar also had a cold day at a high of 14.1 degrees. High altitude areas in Uttarakhand including the famous Himalayan temples received fresh snowfall and icy winds sweeping across the state. Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri and Hemkund Sahib in Garhwal Himalayas and Munsiyari in Kumaon region received fresh snowfall intensifying cold throughout the state. The sky remained overcast throughout the day at many places including Dehradun which also received a drizzle. Mussoorie, Dhanolti and Chakrata also received snowfall, much to the delight of tourists. Temperatures dropped sharply. People were seen sitting around bonfires along the roadside to warm themselves. VIDEO | Severe cold freezes waterfalls in Uttarakhand. Visuals from Chamoli's Niti Valley. (Full video available on PTI Videos- https://t.co/n147TvrpG7 ) pic.twitter.com/DwE2bHFrsj Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) December 23, 2024 Cold weather conditions also prevailed in Karnal during the day at 13.6 degrees while Sirsa recorded a high of 14.8 degrees. However, minimum temperatures hovered above normal at many places in Haryana including Hisar (10.8 degrees), Rohtak (11.8), and Gurugram (11.4). In Punjab, Patiala braved the chill recording a high of 13 degrees Celsius, which was six notches below normal. Amritsar recorded a maximum of 16.4 degrees while Ludhiana recorded a high of 14.5 degrees. The minimum temperatures at many places in Punjab hovered close to or below normal limits, with Gurdaspur reeling under severe chill at 4 degrees. In Jammu and Kashmir, the weather office asked tourists to follow the advisory issued by the traffic police in view of the sub freezing temperatures and icy conditions over roads of important higher reaches in the Kashmir valley. Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued Intense cold wave conditions persisted in the valley leading to the freezing of water supply lines while a thin layer of ice covered the surface of several water bodies. Srinagar recorded a low of minus 3.6 degrees Celsius on Sunday night, rising by nearly four degrees from the previous night, the meteorological office said. Pahalgam, the base camp for annual Amarnath Yatra in South Kashmir, registered a minimum temperature of minus 5 degrees Celsius, almost unchanged from the previous night, it said. The Met office has predicted a dip of two to three degrees in minimum temperatures over the next 48 hours. Shimla, the Himachal capital, on Monday recorded the season's second light snowfall while some other parts of the state received intermittent rain and snow. The nearby tourist spots of Kufri and Narkanda and the higher reaches of Kharapathar, Chaurdhar and Chanshal South portal of the Atal tunnel, and Samdho also received snowfall. Shimla recorded 8 cm of snowfall while Kalpa recorded 7 cm. As GRAP fails, Delhi pollution strategy looks suspect A few areas in Himachal's lower hills received light intermittent rain, the Met office said. The snow led to the closure of 30 roads, including the national highways between Attari and Leh, and Khab Sangam in Kinnaur district and Gramphoo in Lahaul and Spiti district, the State Emergency Operation Centre said. The snowfall brought cheer to tourists, locals and farmers. The Met had forecast rain and snow in the mid and higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh on Monday, Tuesday and Friday and Saturday. The snowfall also brought cheer to apple growers, raising hope for good yields in the upper Shimla region. Tourism stakeholders said the snowfall was also expected to boost footfall. Local hotelier Sushant Nag said occupancy was set to rise as snowfall drew tourists. However, intense cold wave persisted in the lower hills, including Una, Hamirpur, Chamba and Mandi. The Met office issued an 'orange' warning for severe cold in Bilaspur, Una, Hamirpur and Mandi till Thursday. There was a marked fall in maximum temperatures. Una recorded the day temperature at 16.8 degrees Celsius. Tabo was the coldest place in the state, recording a minimum temperature of minus 10.6 degrees Celsius. Power cuts add to Jammu and Kashmir winter woes The Met office said an active western disturbance was likely to affect the western Himalayan region and adjoining plains from Friday. Light rain and snow are likely at many places on Monday and Saturday and at isolated places on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday, causing a gradual fall in temperatures, it said. The high-altitude tribal areas and mountain passes continued to experience biting cold, with temperatures plummeting 14 to 18 degrees below freezing point, the Met office said. In Rajasthan, light rain, triggered by a western disturbance, hit several parts of the state over the past 24 hours, accompanied by dense fog at some places, the Met office said. Rainfall ranging from 1 mm to 10 mm was logged in several areas including Ganganagar, Churu, Bikaner, Anupgarh, Pilani (Jhunjhunu), it said. Fog prevailed at many places of western Rajasthan with Alwar recording the lowest minimum temperature at 7.4 degrees Celsius. A fresh western disturbance is expected to become active on Thursday and Friday and its effect will be seen in Udaipur, Kota, Ajmer and Bharatpur divisions, the weather office said.
Five miraculously escape as car flips eight times on Bikaner Road
A shocking accident on Bikaner Road left five individuals unscathed after their SUV flipped over eight times. The incident occurred when the driver lost control of the speeding vehicle while navigating a turn, causing it to tumble several times before landing upside down in front of a car showroom. The dramatic crash, which left onlookers stunned, was captured on CCTV footage. The video shows the SUV flipping repeatedly before it came to a halt, with part of the vehicle engulfed in flames. In a miraculous turn of events, all five occupants of the SUV emerged from the wreckage without any injuries. The driver was the first to jump out, followed by the four passengers. Remarkably, instead of seeking medical attention or addressing the damage, the group calmly walked into a nearby car showroom and asked for tea. Authorities are investigating the incident, but the occupants escape from the crash remains nothing short of miraculous.
Third Soldier Injured In Bikaner's Mahajan Field Firing Incident Dies
A third soldier succumbed to injuries sustained in Bikaner's Mahajan field firing range incident, officials said on Thursday.
His company is based in Rajasthan's Bikaner and sells famous bhujia, namkeen, packaged sweets, papad and other snacks.
Two soldiers killed in Bikaner while loading ammunition in tank during training
JAIPUR: Two soldiers were killed and one injured in Bikaner's Mahajan field firing range while loading ammunition in a tank during a training exercise on Wednesday, the second fatal incident in the range this week. The charger exploded while they were loading the ammunition, said Defence spokesperson Lt Col Amitabh Sharma. Two soldiers have died in the incident and one is injured, he said. Local police officials rushed to the spot as soon as information about the blast came in. Three soldiers were practising with the tank. Ashutosh Mishra and Jitendra died in the explosion. The injured soldier has been taken to Chandigarh in a helicopter, Circle Officer Lunkaransar (Bikaner) Narendra Kumar Poonia said. While Mishra was from Deoria in Uttar Pradesh, Jitendra came from Dausa in Rajasthan. Their bodies were taken to the Suratgarh military station. On Sunday, gunner Chandra Prakash Patel died when he was hooking a gun with the gun towing vehicle. The vehicle suddenly slipped backwards. Patel was fatally injured.
Two Soldiers Killed, One Injured During Training Exercise In Rajasthan's Bikaner
Two soldiers killed in Bikaner tank training accident
Jaipur: Two soldiers were killed and one injured in Bikaner's Mahajan field firing range while loading ammunition in a tank during a training exercise on Wednesday, a defence spokesperson said. The charger exploded while the soldiers were loading the ammunition, he said. Two Army soldiers have died in the incident and one is injured, he said. Local police officials rushed to the spot as soon as information about the blast came in. There were three soldiers who were practising with the tank. Ashutosh Mishra and Jitendra died in the explosion. The injured soldier has been taken to Chandigarh in a helicopter, Circle Officer Lunkaransar (Bikaner) Narendra Kumar Poonia said.
PM Modi Attends 'Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh' Programme in Jaipur, Inaugurates Major Projects
Jaipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 'Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh' Programme, in Jaipur today, December 17, marking the first anniversary of the BJP-Government in Rajasthan. He also laid the foundation stone for 24 major projects estimated at over Rs 46,300 crore. These projects span across the sectors like Energy, Road, Railway, and Water, aimed at boosting infrastructure and development in the state. Addressing the 'Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh' program, which marked the completion of one year of the BJP government in Rajasthan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growing trust of the people in the BJP's government. He noted the party's recent victories in the Maharashtra and Haryana Assembly elections, as well as the Lok Sabha election. PM Modi praised the accomplishments of the BJP government in Rajasthan, led by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, and emphasized that the BJP's double-engine government is becoming synonymous with good governance. This milestone event celebrated the government's achievements over the past year, demonstrating its commitment to the state's development. During his visit to Rajasthan, PM Modi also launched several projects, including the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024, which aimed to attract investments and promote economic growth in the state. The inauguration included nine projects worth over Rs 11,000 crore, consisting of seven central government projects and two state government initiatives. Additionally, PM Modi laid the foundation for 15 projects valued at more than Rs 35,300 crore, which included nine central government projects and six state projects. Some of the key projects inaugurated during the event included the Navnera Barrage, Smart Electricity Transmission Network, Railway electrification projects in Rajasthan, and a major bridge over the Mej River as part of the Delhi-Vadodara Green Field Alignment (NH-148N). These projects are expected to enhance transportation, meet energy needs, and promote sustainable energy in line with the Prime Ministers vision for green energy. PM Modi also laid the foundation for the construction of two major barrages: Ramgarh Barrage and Mahalpur Barrage. These will help transfer water from the Navnera Barrage to Bisalpur Dam and Isarda Dam via an aqueduct on the Chambal River, at a cost of over Rs 9,400 crore. Further emphasizing his commitment to renewable energy, the Prime Minister laid the foundation for rooftop solar plants on government office buildings. He also initiated the development of a 2000 MW solar park, along with two 1000 MW solar park phases in Poogal (Bikaner). Other projects included the construction of drinking water transmission lines from Saipau (Dholpur) to various towns, as well as railway infrastructure upgrades such as the Luni-Samdari-Bhildi Double Line and the Jaipur-Sawai Madhopur Double Line. The event highlighted PM Modi's focus on enhancing Rajasthan's infrastructure, promoting green energy, and improving water supply and transportation for the state.
Rajasthan to Get Rs 46,300 Crore Boost as PM Modi Launches New Projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit Rajasthan today, December 17, to participate in the Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh programme, which celebrates the completion of one year of the state government. During his visit to Jaipur, the Prime Minister will launch and inaugurate several key projects, with a total value exceeding Rs 46,300 crore. As per the Prime Ministers Office (PMO), the event will feature the inauguration of nine major projects worth over Rs 11,000 crore, including seven central government initiatives and two state government projects. Additionally, PM Modi will lay the foundation stones for 15 other projects valued at over Rs 35,300 crore. These projects will cover various sectors, including energy, transportation, and water supply. Among the inaugurated projects, some key initiatives include the Navnera Barrage, a Smart Electricity Transmission Network, and railway electrification for the Bhildi-Samdari-Luni-Jodhpur-Merta Road-Degana-Ratangarh section. Another major project is Package 12 of the Delhi-Vadodara Green Field Alignment (NH-148N), which will include a major bridge over the Mej River. These projects aim to boost connectivity, fulfill energy demands, and support the Prime Ministers vision of green energy. The Prime Minister will also lay the foundation for several important water-related projects, such as the Ramgarh Barrage and Mahalpur Barrage, alongside a system that will transfer water from the Navnera Barrage to Bisalpur and Isarda Dams via an aqueduct on the Chambal River. With a combined cost of over Rs 9,400 crore, these water initiatives will help meet the growing water needs of the region. Other significant projects include the installation of rooftop solar plants on government buildings, the creation of a 2,000 MW solar park, and the development of two 1,000 MW solar parks in Poogal, Bikaner. Additionally, a drinking water transmission line from Saipau (Dholpur) to Bharatpur will be established, improving water accessibility in the area. In the transport sector, PM Modi will lay the foundation for several railway projects, such as the Luni-Samdari-Bhildi Double Line, Ajmer-Chanderiya Double Line, and Jaipur-Sawai Madhopur Double Line, which will improve the region's railway network. There will also be key energy transmission projects to meet the growing power requirements of the state. These projects reflect the government's commitment to improving infrastructure, ensuring sustainable energy, and meeting the needs of Rajasthans growing population.
After Udaipur, Legal Feud Surfaces Between Erstwhile Royal Families Of Rajasthan's Bikaner
A property dispute has arisen between BJP MLA Siddhi Kumari and international shooter Rajyashree Kumari, both part of a royal family.
Ex-royals of Bikaner fight over assets, 2 FIRs filed
Rajasthan Sees Another 'Royal' Rumble, Assets Worth Billions At Stake
As a property dispute within the erstwhile royal family of Udaipur escalates, a similar controversy has surfaced in Rajasthan's Bikaner where police cases have been registered against each other.
Bikaner House, a historic landmark in Delhi, faces potential seizure due to the Nokha Nagar Palika's failure to pay a Rs 50.3 lakh arbitral award. The court has issued an attachment order for the property, barring the municipality from selling or transferring it.
Arbitral dispute: Delhi court ordersBikaner House attachment
It failed to pay arbitral award of 50.31 lakh to a private company
A Delhi Court has attached the Bikaner House in the national capital, owned by the Nokha Municipal Council in Rajasthan, to settle dues of Rs 50.31 lakh it owes to a private firm. The Court directed that a representative of the Council should appear before it during the next hearing. The Patiala House Court has attached the Bikaner House owned by the municipal council after the Nokha civic body failed to settle arbitral award of Rs 50.31 lakh in favour of private company Enviro Infra Engineers Private Limited. District Judge Vidya Prakash ordered the attachment after the Nokha body failed to honour the arbitrary settlement ordered in 2020. Keeping in view the fact that the Judgement Debtor (Nokha Municipality Council) had failed to comply with the direction for furnishing an affidavit of their assets despite grant of repeated opportunities, the Court, while agreeing with the submissions made on behalf of Decree Holder (DH), finds it a fit case for issuance of warrants of attachment against immovable property of JD namely Bikaner House, New Delhi, the judge ordered, PTI reported. The Patiala Court also restrained the Nokha Council from transferring or charging the property by sale, gift or otherwise. The Court will hear the case next on November 29. The Delhi Courts move comes after the Himachal Pradesh High Court recently attached the state governments Himachal House in Delhi, to settle its arbitrary dues of Rs 150 crore to a private firm. The Himachal Pradesh government said it will challenge the order legally. The High Court also directed the Himachals power secretary to conduct a fact-finding inquiry to identify the officers responsible for the lapse in payment and sought a report.
Delhi Court Orders Attachment of Bikaner House In New Delhi
A court directed the attachment of Bikaner House, which is owned by Nokha municipal council in Rajasthan.
Delhi's Iconic Bikaner House Could Be Closed Over Arbitral Dispute
A Delhi court ordered the attachment of Delhi's iconic Bikaner House after the Rajasthan administration failed to pay arbitral award of Rs 50.31 lakh to a company.
Delhi court orders attachment of Bikaner House
A Delhi court has ordered the attachment of Bikaner House, owned by the Nokha municipal council in Rajasthan. The order comes after the council failed to pay an arbitral award of Rs 50.31 lakh to Enviro Infra Engineers Private Limited. The court had previously directed the council to furnish an affidavit of their assets but they failed to comply.
JAIPUR: In a sudden but significant step to tackle the escalating air pollution crisis, the Bhajan Lal-led Rajasthan government has shut down 3,000 mines and industries in Alwar and Bharatpur districts, according to an order by the Rajasthan Pollution Control Board. Additionally, all construction activities in these areas have been halted. Along with this, construction work going on in these areas has also been stopped. The decision comes in the wake of a sharp decline in air quality across the National Capital Region (NCR), including Delhi, where air pollution has reached critical levels since Monday. Being part of the NCR, Alwar and Bharatpur are facing similar challenges. Rising Pollution Levels in Alwar and Bhiwadi The pollution in Alwar has reached alarming levels, with its Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 295 on Monday. The situation is even more grave in Bhiwadi, where the AQI soared to a hazardous 442, far exceeding the severe threshold of 401. To address the crisis, the government has implemented the highest level of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP 4) in these districts, imposing strict restrictions on industrial and construction activities. The fourth phase (GRAP 4) of the Graded Response Action Plan has been implemented in Alwar and Bharatpur districts which fall in NCR. The Rajasthan Pollution Control Board issued orders to enforce these measures on Tuesday morning. Statewide Pollution Concerns The air quality in several other districts of Rajasthan has also deteriorated, with AQI levels ranging from poor to severe. This decline is attributed largely to stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana. Districts such as Jhunjhunu, Bikaner, Churu, and Hanumangarh are particularly affected. Residents in these districts are experiencing significant discomfort due to pollution. A thick layer of smog has blanketed the skies, reducing visibility throughout the day. Many people have reported symptoms such as eye irritation, difficulty in breathing, coughing, and runny noses.
Muslim poets recite Urdu version of Ramayana
Jaipur: In a unique event leading up to Diwali that has been fostering goodwill for over a decade, Muslim poets in Bikaner recite an Urdu version of the Hindu epic Ramayana that was composed 89 years ago. Dr Ziya Ul Hasan Quadri, an Urdu teacher and poet, who along with two other Muslim poets recited the Urdu Ramayana at a function on Sunday said that the objective of the event is to give a positive message of harmony and brotherhood. Paryatan Lekhak Sangh and Mehfil-e-Adab jointly organise the event 'Urdu Ramayan Vaachan' every year in Bikaner since 2012. Quadri said that the couplets vividly describe scenes from Ramayan like Lord Ram's exile, victory against Ravan and his return to Ayodhya, capturing the emotions d epicted in the epic which is greatly appreciated by audiences in the city. Maulvi Badshah Hussain Rana Lakhnavi of Bikaner composed the poetic version of Ramayana in Urdu language in 1935 for a competition organised by the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) on the birth anniversary of Tulsidas. It won the gold medal following which the erstwhile ruler of Bikaner, Maharaja Ganga Singh, organised a ceremony to listen to Rana Lakhnavi's version. Tej Bahadur Sapru presented the gold medal to Rana Lakhnavi on behalf of the BHU in this programme. The poets, who take part in the recitation in Rajasthan's Bikaner before Diwali, now want to take the practice at the national level and plan to organise the recitation programme in the national capital next year. Things have drastically changed from the time when it was composed. Today, communal harmony is under threat. Lord Rama is revered by all and belongs to all, but today he has been limited which is disappointing, Quadri said. He said that Muslim poets recite the Urdu Ramayan and the audience comprises of both Hindus and Muslims. Quadri said that initially, the event used to be organised in the open but later the venue changed and now it is held in a hotel so that things are well arranged. He said that Maulvi Badshah Hussain Rana Lakhnavi worked for Maharaja Ganga Singh from 1913 to 1919, during which he translated orders issued by the Mughal rulers from Persian to Urdu. In 1920, he was appointed as the teacher at Dungar College by Ganga Singh. PTI SDA In a unique event leading up to Diwali that has been fostering goodwill for over a decade, Muslim poets in Bikaner recite an Urdu version of the Hindu epic Ramayana that was composed 89 years ago. Dr Ziya Ul Hasan Quadri, an Urdu teacher and poet, who along with two other Muslim poets recited the Urdu Ramayana at a function on Sunday said that the objective of the event is to give a positive message of harmony and brotherhood. Paryatan Lekhak Sangh and Mehfil-e-Adab jointly organise the event 'Urdu Ramayan Vaachan' every year in Bikaner since 2012. Quadri said that the couplets vividly describe scenes from Ramayan like Lord Ram's exile, victory against Ravan and his return to Ayodhya, capturing the emotions d epicted in the epic which is greatly appreciated by audiences in the city. Maulvi Badshah Hussain Rana Lakhnavi of Bikaner composed the poetic version of Ramayana in Urdu language in 1935 for a competition organised by the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) on the birth anniversary of Tulsidas. It won the gold medal following which the erstwhile ruler of Bikaner, Maharaja Ganga Singh, organised a ceremony to listen to Rana Lakhnavi's version. Tej Bahadur Sapru presented the gold medal to Rana Lakhnavi on behalf of the BHU in this programme. The poets, who take part in the recitation in Rajasthan's Bikaner before Diwali, now want to take the practice at the national level and plan to organise the recitation programme in the national capital next year. Things have drastically changed from the time when it was composed. Today, communal harmony is under threat. Lord Rama is revered by all and belongs to all, but today he has been limited which is disappointing, Quadri said. He said that Muslim poets recite the Urdu Ramayan and the audience comprises of both Hindus and Muslims. Quadri said that initially, the event used to be organised in the open but later the venue changed and now it is held in a hotel so that things are well arranged. He said that Maulvi Badshah Hussain Rana Lakhnavi worked for Maharaja Ganga Singh from 1913 to 1919, during which he translated orders issued by the Mughal rulers from Persian to Urdu. In 1920, he was appointed as the teacher at Dungar College by Ganga Singh. PTI SDA
Girl says she was raped by kidnapper at a Rajasthan hotel in police presence; probe on
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