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Police Detain 24 in Jaipur Ahead of CJP Protest; 12 Trains Canceled
Police in Jaipur detain 24 individuals preparing for a protest, while 12 trains are canceled due to anticipated traffic disruptions in Delhi. Police Detain 24 in Jaipur Ahead of CJP Protest; 12 Trains Canceled
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Rajasthan police crackdown on CJP's Delhi protest; 24 detained in Jaipur, 12 trains cancelled
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 10 (IANS) Police authorities in Rajasthan have detained 24 people preparing to travel to Delhi for the CJP stir. Allegations have also surfaced that police are taking similar action in Sikar and Alwar. The Railways has also cancelled 12 trains passing through Rajasthan and rescheduled two others, citing anticipated traffic disruptions in Delhi. By Friday night, police in Jaipur had taken preventive legal action against protesters planning to attend the demonstration. According to reports, eight people were bound over by the East District police, one by the North District police and eight by the South District police. The action was reportedly aimed at maintaining law and order and preventing any untoward incidents. In Sikar district, advocate Surendra, also known as Sanju Verma, was allegedly detained at his residence in the Reengus area on Friday as he prepared to travel to Delhi for the protest. CJP organisational co-in-charge Deepak Baliyan alleged that police personnel took him from his residence in Mankheda village late Thursday night and brought him to the Govindgarh police station area. He claimed that he was pressured not to participate in the protest, that a scuffle took place, and that his mobile phone was confiscated. Party co-in-charge Ashutosh Ranka also alleged that police personnel forcibly took him away and assaulted him. However, Kathumar Station House Officer Chandrashekhar Sharma rejected the allegations as baseless. He said Baliyan had been taken for counselling in connection with the imposition of Section 163 in Delhi and was dropped back at his home at around 2 a.m. Police have denied allegations of formal detention or assault. Meanwhile, the Railways has cancelled 12 trains operating to and from Rajasthan and rescheduled two others by five hours each ahead of the protest. The decision was reportedly taken in anticipation of heavy traffic and possible road blockages around New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations on October 10. The cancellations affect services operating on the Sabarmati, Udaipur, Sri Ganganagar and Delhi routes. The changes are expected to inconvenience passengers travelling to and from the affected destinations. Travellers have been advised to check the latest train schedules before leaving for their journeys.
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Jaipur ED attaches properties worth Rs 34 crore in Nexa Evergreen investment fraud
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) In fresh action in an investment fraud, the ED provisionally attached immovable and movable properties having a total value of Rs 34.91 crore and held by entities and individuals associated with Nexa Evergreen, an official said on Friday. The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Jaipur Zonal Office, provisionally attached the properties under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, said the official. The attachment order was issued on October 6, 2026, in connection with the money laundering investigation related to the Nexa Evergreen fraud case, the official said in a statement. The attached properties comprise 69 immovable properties valued at approximately Rs 29.37 crore, including land parcels and residential plots situated at Dholera and Dhandhuka in Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, residential flats at Ahmedabad and Sikar, a plot at Sikar, and a 45 per cent shareholding in Shining Sand Beach Resort, Calangute, Goa, the ED said. In addition, balances amounting to Rs 5.54 crore lying in 26 bank accounts and term deposits maintained in the names of various Nexa Evergreen entities have also been provisionally attached, the ED said. The attached properties were held in the names of various entities and individuals associated with the Nexa Evergreen network, including Nexa Evergreen Private Limited, Nexgen Evergreen Energy LLP, Cristal Builders and Developers LLP, Cambridge Builders LLP and M/s Shree Shardha Nath Infra LLP, as well as Ranveer Singh, Subhash Chandra Bijorniya and their family members, the ED said. The ED investigation was initiated on the basis of multiple FIRs and chargesheets filed by Rajasthan Police against the Nexa Evergreen Group in connection with a large-scale investment fraud. The investigation revealed that the accused, in conspiracy with their associates, lured investors by falsely claiming that the funds would be invested in land development and plotting projects at Dholera Smart City, Gujarat, the ED said. Investors were induced to invest on the promise of assured weekly returns of 3 per cent for 60 weeks or allotment of plots, while additional commissions and rewards, including laptops, motorcycles and cars, were offered for enrolling new investors under a multi-level referral scheme, the statement said. The scheme continued till January 2023, when the weekly payments were abruptly stopped, and the website, mobile application and offices were shut down, said the ED. The ED investigation revealed that Ranveer Bijarniya and Subhash Chandra Bijorniya exercised complete control over the entire fraudulent operation. They floated and operated a web of companies, LLPs, partnership firms and proprietorship concerns in the names of associates and investors for layering and routing the proceeds of crime, it said. These entities and their bank accounts were systematically used for collection of investors' funds, inter-account transfers, payment of returns to earlier investors in the nature of a Ponzi scheme, and acquisition of immovable properties, thereby concealing the true source and ownership of the funds, the agency said. The investigation revealed that about Rs 2,676 crore was collected from a large number of investors between 2019 and 2023 through the Nexa Evergreen Group by Ranveer Singh alias Ranveer Bijarniya and Subhash Chandra Bijorniya alias Subhash Chandra Bijarniya, along with their associates, the ED said. As per software data of the company, 47,664 investors received less than the amount invested by them, resulting in an aggregate shortfall of about Rs 932.54 crore, the ED said. Earlier, the ED had conducted searches under Section 17 of the PMLA in June 2025 at 25 premises located in Jaipur, Sikar, Jhunjhunu and Ahmedabad. The searches resulted in the seizure of cash amounting to Rs 2.05 crore, various incriminating documents, records and digital devices. Funds amounting to Rs 15.31 crore lying in bank accounts and crypto accounts linked with various Nexa Group entities and their associates were frozen, the ED said. Subhash Chandra Bijorniya was arrested by the ED on August 10, 2026, under Section 19 of the PMLA and is presently in judicial custody at Jaipur Central Jail, the ED said. With the latest provisional attachment of assets worth Rs 34.91 crore, the total value of assets attached or frozen in the case has reached approximately Rs 52 crore, comprising properties and cash, bank and crypto account balances seized during the course of investigation, the ED said.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) Acting on the directions of Rajasthan Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar Sharma, the Rajasthan Police Cyber Crime Branch (R4C) has issued a detailed advisory to protect the public from cyber fraud during major festive e-commerce sales, including Flipkart's 'Big Billion Days' and Amazon's 'Great Indian Festival'. Additional Director General of Police (Cyber Crime) V.K. Singh said cybercriminals frequently target shoppers during major online sales by luring them with massive discounts, limited-time offers and attractive cashback schemes. Messages such as Buy today, Only two minutes left and Pay now or the offer expires are designed to pressure consumers into making hasty decisions. Fraudsters may use fake websites, counterfeit mobile applications, suspicious links and deceptive payment methods to cheat unsuspecting shoppers. The Rajasthan Police Cyber Crime Branch has urged people to remain vigilant while shopping online and verify the authenticity of offers before making payments. It said that exercising caution and using official platforms can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to such fraud. The Rajasthan Police has issued recommendations for online shoppers, including not making hasty payments simply because an offer promises a massive discount. Consumers have been advised to verify deals on the e-commerce company's official website or app and avoid making purchases through unknown links received via WhatsApp, SMS, Telegram or social media. The advisory also recommends checking website domains carefully, as the presence of HTTPS or a padlock icon does not necessarily mean a website is genuine. Mobile applications should be downloaded only from the official Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Users have been reminded that a UPI PIN is required to authorise payments, not to receive money, and should never enter their PIN or scan a QR code merely to claim a refund or cashback. They have also been advised to avoid blindly trusting customer care numbers found through Google searches or social media and instead use support options provided on official applications and websites. Users must never install AnyDesk, TeamViewer or other remote-access applications at the request of strangers and should avoid banking transactions or payments while sharing their screens. For safer online shopping, it is advisable to use a card with a low spending limit or a separate bank account, enabling online and international transactions only when necessary. SMS and email alerts for bank accounts and cards should remain active, while strong, unique passwords should be used for shopping, email, and banking accounts. Users should also avoid installing unfamiliar applications claiming to process refunds and verify order and delivery details directly through official applications or websites. Additionally, banking services and large payments should not be accessed over public Wi-Fi networks at malls, cafes, airports, or other public places. If money is transferred fraudulently or a suspicious transaction is detected, consumers have been advised to contact their bank or card issuer immediately. They should preserve all relevant details, including the transaction date, amount, UTR or transaction ID, phone number, website URL and screenshots, to assist the investigation. The Rajasthan Police has urged citizens to verify offers through official channels, avoid making payments under pressure, and exercise caution while shopping online during the festive season.
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve security to be strengthened; action ordered against illegal mining
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) Additional Chief Secretary, Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department, Anand Kumar chaired a review meeting in Sawai Madhopur on Friday to discuss measures for protecting Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, curbing illegal mining in the reserve and Chambal River areas, and strengthening wildlife monitoring and tourism facilities. The meeting focused on implementing the recommendations and directions of the Central Empowered Committee (CEC), constituted by the Supreme Court. Discussions also covered wildlife conservation, forest protection, encroachment and improvements in tourism management. Those present included Chief Wildlife Warden K.C.A. Arun Prasad, District Collector Kana Ram, District Superintendent of Police Jyeshtha Maitreyi, senior Forest Department officials and representatives of other concerned departments. Anand Kumar directed officials to identify vehicles involved in illegal mining and take legal action against those responsible. He also instructed authorities to register FIRs in appropriate cases and strengthen coordination among departments. Special directions were issued regarding tractors, trolleys, dumpers and other vehicles operating without number plates. Officials were asked to take action against such vehicles, prevent fuel stations from supplying fuel to them and prohibit the practice of dispensing petrol or diesel in the open. The Additional Chief Secretary also emphasised the need to make CCTV cameras operational promptly at sensitive locations within forest areas with the assistance of the Information Technology Department. He called for stronger routine and joint patrolling, along with additional security arrangements wherever necessary. The meeting reviewed measures to identify and demarcate land parcels affected by encroachment around the Chambal River Gharial Sanctuary and protect ecologically sensitive locations. Officials were directed to examine records relating to alleged illegal construction and commercial activities near Ranthambore Tiger Reserve and initiate action in accordance with the applicable rules. They were also instructed to resolve pending matters within stipulated timelines. The meeting discussed measures to make Ranthambore's safari booking system more secure and transparent, improve the management of the official website and strengthen cyber security. Another key issue was the proposed arrangement to display information on LED screens at Ganesh Dham. The screens are intended to provide tourists with details about local attractions, safari bookings and rules governing entry into wildlife areas. The Additional Chief Secretary directed all concerned departments to ensure compliance with the Supreme Court's and the CEC's directions and submit progress reports within the prescribed timeframe. He stressed that effective coordination among departments was essential to protect forests and wildlife, control illegal mining and encroachment, and ensure the orderly operation of tourism activities. Senior officials attending the meeting included Chief Conservator of Forests S.P. Singh, Deputy Conservator of Forests Manas Singh, Deputy Conservator of Forests (Social Forestry) Sunil Kumar, District Council CEO Mohit Kasnia and representatives of other relevant departments.
Gujarat-Delhi rail services revised ahead of Oct 10 protest
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 9 (IANS) Western Railway has cancelled the Sabarmati-New Delhi Swarn Jayanti Rajdhani Express scheduled to depart on Friday and announced a one-way special train to Delhi on October 10. Train No. 12957, the Sabarmati-New Delhi Swarn Jayanti Rajdhani Express, has been cancelled due to operational reasons, according to a railway announcement. Western Railway has also announced Train No. 04251, the Sabarmati-Delhi Junction Special Express, for one trip on October 10. The special train will depart from Sabarmati at 10.55 p.m. on Saturday and reach Delhi at 5.25 p.m. on Sunday, October 11. The train will halt at Mahesana, Palanpur, Abu Road, Falna, Marwar, Beawar, Ajmer, Jaipur, Bandikui, Alwar, Rewari and Gurugram. It will comprise AC two-tier, AC three-tier, AC three-tier Economy, Sleeper Class and General Class coaches. Bookings are available at passenger reservation centres and through the IRCTC website. Passengers can check timings, halts and coach composition on the official website. Western Railway has also announced changes to other Delhi-bound services. Mail and Express trains scheduled to arrive at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4 a.m. and 2 p.m. on October 10 have been affected under the revised arrangements. Delhi Police has stepped up security measures, with additional personnel deployed, checks at the capital's borders intensified and preparations made to manage large gatherings. Police have also sought restrictions at 57 Metro stations, although the request does not itself confirm that all the proposed restrictions have been implemented. Retail liquor outlets in Delhi have been ordered to remain closed on October 9 and 10 as a preventive measure. Passengers travelling to Delhi have been advised to check the latest train status through official railway channels before leaving for their stations.
From Kuno to Kutch: Chasing India's cheetahs across their new wild landscapes
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) India's cheetah story has entered a new phase. After the species disappeared from the country in the 1950s, Project Cheetah brought the animal back in 2022. India's cheetah reintroduction programme began in September 2022, when eight cheetahs were brought from Namibia to Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. In February 2023, another 12 cheetahs arrived from South Africa, marking the start of a larger effort to establish a viable cheetah population in India after the species became extinct in the country in 1952. Today, Madhya Pradesh is the centre of the programme, with Kuno National Park, where an India-born cheetah gave birth to five cubs on October 5, taking the total feline count to 60, and Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary forming the country's two operational cheetah sites. Other landscapes in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan are being prepared or assessed for future expansion. For a wildlife traveller, Kuno and Gandhi Sagar, both in Madhya Pradesh, are currently the two most relevant destinations for India's reintroduced cheetahs as only they are operational now. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on October 7 released two cheetahs named 'Vyom' (male) and 'Neera' (female) into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve in Sagar district as part of the conservation project. National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) says preparations and deliberations are continuing for other landscapes. For a wildlife adventurist, however, it is important to distinguish between a place where cheetahs are already being managed and a landscape that is still being prepared for them. Here is a look at the major cheetah reserves in India. Madhya Pradesh When it comes to cheetah conservation in India, Madhya Pradesh leads the way, emerging as the country's foremost hub for the revival of the fastest land animal. The central Indian state's Kuno is the starting point of India's modern cheetah journey. Located in the Sheopur district, the park lies in the northern part of Madhya Pradesh and has a landscape of dry deciduous woodland, open grasslands, riverine stretches and gently undulating terrain. Kardhai, salai and khair dominate parts of the vegetation, while grasslands provide important habitat for prey such as chital, sambar and nilgai. The first eight cheetahs arrived from Namibia in September 2022, followed by 12 from South Africa in February 2023. Kuno remains the principal free-ranging cheetah landscape and has become the most important destination for anyone following India's reintroduction experiment. For visitors, the most suitable period is October to March, when temperatures are more comfortable and the forest is comparatively pleasant. The wider tourism season extends beyond this period, subject to forest regulations. Cheetah sightings, however, cannot be guaranteed and visitors should follow the designated safari arrangements. From state capital Bhopal, Kuno is around 400-450 km by road, depending on the route and entry point. Gwalior is considerably closer and is about 175 km from the park. Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, another cheetah habitat in Madhya Pradesh, offers a markedly different setting. Spread around the Gandhi Sagar reservoir in the Mandsaur and Neemuch region, the sanctuary combines open country, hillocks, ravines, woodland and the vast backwaters of the Chambal. The undulating terrain and open stretches make it particularly interesting from a cheetah-habitat perspective. The sanctuary became India's second operational cheetah site in 2025. Two male cheetahs, Prabhas and Pavak, were moved there from Kuno, followed later by a female, Dheera. A fenced natural area of about 64 square km was created as part of the initial establishment programme. For a general wildlife trip, October to March is the most comfortable period. Early mornings and late afternoons are preferable for wildlife activity. Travellers should check the latest forest-department entry arrangements because cheetah viewing is governed by the management programme rather than conventional mass tourism. Gandhi Sagar is around 340-370 km from Bhopal by road, depending on the route. Another cheetah habitat is Nauradehi that represents the next frontier of the project rather than an established cheetah tourism destination. The sanctuary now forms part of Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve and contains large expanses of open woodland, grassland and undulating country. Its scale and relatively extensive natural landscape make it valuable for creating a larger cheetah metapopulation. Government planning has identified Nauradehi as one of the landscapes being prepared for future cheetah introduction. Travellers should therefore not visit expecting a guaranteed cheetah safari. For wildlife tourism in the broader landscape, October to March is the preferable season. Nauradehi is around 200-250 km from Bhopal, depending on the access point. Gujarat The Banni Grasslands of Kutch present perhaps the most dramatic contrast to Kuno. This vast arid grassland lies between the Great Rann of Kutch and the more settled parts of Kutch. The landscape is marked by open plains, thorny vegetation, seasonal wetlands and salt-affected terrain. The Indian government has identified Banni as a future cheetah landscape and a conservation-breeding facility is being developed there. It should therefore be regarded as a prospective cheetah destination rather than a place where visitors can currently book a conventional cheetah safari. Winter is the most rewarding period for exploring Kutch, particularly from November to February. The cooler weather also brings large numbers of migratory birds to the region. Banni region is around 350-400 km from Gandhinagar, while Bhuj is the practical base for a wildlife traveller. Rajasthan Shahgarh, in western Rajasthan near the Pakistan border, is another landscape being considered for the future expansion of India's cheetah programme. Its attraction lies in its vast, dry and open desert ecosystem. The terrain is dominated by sandy stretches, sparse vegetation and grassland-like patches, offering a landscape quite different from the wooded country of Kuno. It is important to stress that Shahgarh is a proposed landscape and not an established cheetah tourism reserve. A visit today should therefore be planned as a desert and wildlife landscape experience rather than as a cheetah safari. The best season is from October to March, when daytime temperatures are more manageable. Jaisalmer, rather than Jaipur, is the practical gateway. From Jaipur, Shahgarh is more than 600 km away by road. The traveller's cheetah map India's cheetah conservation programme is deliberately being built around a network of landscapes rather than a single park. Kuno provides the principal base, Gandhi Sagar has become the second operational site, while Nauradehi, Banni and Shahgarh represent the broader expansion strategy. For a wildlife traveller, this distinction matters. Kuno and Gandhi Sagar in Madhya Pradesh are the places most closely associated with India's present cheetah population. The other landscapes offer an opportunity to see how India is rebuilding the open ecosystems that the cheetah needs. For a wildlife enthusiast, the best approach is to travel with patience. A cheetah may appear as a fleeting shape across a grassland, or remain hidden beyond the next ridge. The real reward lies in witnessing the restoration of an entire ecosystem around one of the world's fastest and most elusive cats.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) Senior Congress leader, Ashok Gehlot, has criticised the Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma-led Rajasthan government and the Centre over the alleged shortage of di-ammonium phosphate (DAP) fertiliser, accusing the BJPs double-engine government of failing to ensure adequate supplies. With mustard sowing underway, farmers are reportedly being forced to pay significantly higher prices for DAP in the black market. The former Chief Minister of Rajasthan said farmers were struggling to obtain DAP during the crucial mustard sowing season. According to reports cited in his remarks, a bag of DAP that normally costs 1,350 is allegedly being sold for Rs 2,100Rs 2,200 on the black market. Ashok Gehlot also claimed that cooperative societies had submitted their fertiliser requirements, but supplies had yet to arrive. The shortage has reportedly prompted even Cabinet ministers and MLAs from the ruling BJP to approach Chief Minister Sharma, although the situation remains unresolved. In a post on social media platform X, Gehlot said complaints about fertiliser shortages had been emerging from several districts since September. He also alleged that farmers were being pressured to purchase products such as Nano DAP along with regular DAP. What kind of development is this, where the annadata (farmer) is forced to buy fertiliser on the black market to carry out sowing? Gehlot questioned, urging the BJP government to ensure adequate supplies immediately and take strict action against those involved in black marketing. Amid the allegations, the state government has maintained that fertiliser availability is being closely monitored to meet farmers requirements during the Rabi 202627 season. According to the Agriculture Department, Rajasthan currently has 3.72 lakh metric tonnes of urea, 1.06 lakh metric tonnes of DAP, as much as 97,000 metric tonnes of NPK and 2.08 lakh metric tonnes of SSP. The department said districts and blocks facing lower availability and higher consumption are being identified to prioritise supplies according to demand. A meeting of the state-level Fertiliser Distribution Regulatory Task Force was recently held under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary V. Srinivas. The meeting focussed on ensuring an uninterrupted supply of quality fertilisers and preventing hoarding and black marketing during the Rabi season. Agriculture and Horticulture Minister Dr. Kirodi Lal said fertiliser stocks were adequate and advised farmers against unnecessary purchases or stockpiling based on rumours and misleading information. He added that the state government was coordinating with the Centre to ensure supplies met Rajasthans requirements. The Agriculture Minister also highlighted the states crop diversification plans, which aim to encourage oilseed and pulse cultivation while adjusting the area allocated to cereal crops. During the Rabi 202526 season, sowing covered 39.82 lakh hectares under oilseeds, 20.69 lakh hectares under pulses and 42.77 lakh hectares under cereals. For the Rabi 202627 season, the proposed areas are 40.06 lakh hectares for oilseeds, 21.95 lakh hectares for pulses and 38.50 lakh hectares for cereals. The government said fertiliser supply and distribution plans had been prepared based on the proposed crop areas and their respective nutrient requirements. While Gehlot has demanded immediate action over alleged shortages and black marketing, the state government maintains that fertiliser stocks are adequate and that supplies are being monitored to meet farmers needs.
Supreme Court orders action against polluting factories along Rajasthans Bandi, Luni, Jojari rivers
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) The Supreme Court has directed the Rajasthan government to take action against industrial units polluting the Bandi, Luni and Jojari rivers, including the removal of factories found to be operating illegally. The court has also ordered a comprehensive investigation into the network of illegal industries operating on residential and agricultural land. A Bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta issued directions to the Rajasthan government and the authorities concerned to address industrial pollution, illegal activities and violations of land-use regulations affecting the three river systems. The court observed that the problem extends beyond individual industrial units and includes inadequate effluent treatment capacity, illegal industrial operations, irregularities in land use and ineffective monitoring. The Supreme Court directed authorities to immediately seal or remove identified illegal discharge points, bypass arrangements, manholes, chambers, pipelines and drains that have already been approved for removal. The court clarified that authorities must not wait for the completion of a detailed survey before implementing these measures. An Action Taken Report must be submitted every 15 days to document the progress. The court also ordered a comprehensive investigation into illegal industrial units operating on residential and agricultural land. The directions call for action against industrial units operating in violation of land-use regulations. Investigations must extend beyond the units themselves to examine associated financial transactions, job-work arrangements, raw material supplies, transportation networks and the beneficiaries of these operations. Authorities have been directed to initiate proceedings over revenue and land-use violations, remove or seize machinery where warranted, restore affected land and pursue legal action in accordance with the law. The Supreme Court directed the Rajasthan government to establish a permanent monitoring mechanism in every district to prevent illegal industrial activities that contribute to pollution. The mechanism will involve the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board, district administrations, police, revenue and transport departments, local bodies and other relevant agencies. The court also emphasised regular inspections, the appointment of designated nodal officers and timely action against violations. The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board has been directed to determine and recover environmental compensation from the responsible industrial units and individuals for the period during which violations occurred. The Board must report the compensation assessed, the amount recovered and the outstanding balance. The court has also directed the authorities to take time-bound decisions on proposals to expand existing Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs), establish new facilities and upgrade industrial units Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs) to Zero Liquid Discharge systems. These measures are intended to improve wastewater management and prevent untreated industrial effluents from entering the river systems. The Supreme Court has also directed authorities to take immediate action against illegal gravel and sand mining that damages riverbeds and banks or disrupts natural water flows. Officials have been instructed to submit comprehensive information on mining areas, leases, extracted quantities and mining depths to the High-Powered Ecosystem Oversight Committee by October 15. The directions seek to strengthen enforcement against industrial pollution and illegal mining while establishing a sustained monitoring and accountability framework to protect Rajasthans river ecosystems.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) Internal tensions within the Rajasthan Congress intensified after senior party leader and former minister Vishvendra Singh launched another sharp attack on the partys leadership and organisational functioning. In a long social media post, Singh declared, Sycophancy is not in my blood, nor will I ever engage in it, triggering fresh speculation about his political future. The latest remarks came after the partys disciplinary committee issued a show-cause notice to Singh over statements that allegedly deviated from the party line and targeted Rajasthan Congress president Govind Singh Dotasra. He was reportedly asked to submit his response within seven days. With no official reply reported after the deadline, political circles have been abuzz with speculation over the next course of action. After keeping silent on the notice, Singh has now reignited the controversy with a strongly worded post questioning the partys leadership, internal discipline and political direction. His comments have further intensified the debate over the ongoing factionalism within the Rajasthan Congress. Singh expressed deep regret over the partys current condition, saying that the organisation, which ruled the country for six decades, had reached a stage where it lacked effective leadership in Rajasthan. He wrote that the party had been left at the mercy of God (Ram-bharose) and accused its leaders of undermining their own organisation. He also claimed that self-respecting individuals were increasingly feeling suffocated within the party. Taking a direct swipe at the state leadership, Singh urged its senior functionaries to abandon what he described as politics driven by arrogance and delusion. Otherwise, he warned, even the partys remaining political strength could be lost. He also raised concerns about the treatment of senior leaders, the lack of guidance for younger workers and the absence of a clear vision for womens empowerment. Singh said these issues deserved serious attention from the Congress high command. Reaffirming his personal beliefs and commitment to public service, Singh said he had consistently followed the path of truth and righteousness, guided by his devotion to Giriraj Dhani. He maintained that throughout his political career as an MLA, MP and Minister -- he had discharged his responsibilities with honesty, loyalty and dedication. He said he had avoided deceit and dishonesty, prioritised public welfare and upheld the honour and dignity of his ancestors. Singh also emphasised that he had never compromised his self-respect or abandoned loyal associates, even when his loyalty came at a personal or political cost. I have remained steadfast in my principles and ideals, and I have always stood and will continue to stand among my party workers, he said, reiterating that he would continue to follow the principles of clean politics. Describing himself as a disciplined party worker, Singh asserted that his public life had been, and would remain, an open book. He added that the doors of his heart and home would always remain open to party workers, around the clock. Singh said that at this stage of his life, he had no expectations from anyone other than the people he had served throughout his political career. He described public service as his lifelong commitment and said he sought only their love and affection in return. Whatever he had received in life, he added, he regarded as the blessings and prasad of Giriraj Maharaj. Singh said he would leave the decision regarding his political future entirely to the people, whom he described as the ultimate authority, and would wholeheartedly accept their verdict. Vishvendra Singh concluded his message with salutations to Bhole Baba and Giriraj Maharaj, a greeting of Jai Hind, and respectful greetings to the people of the Bharatpur division.
Raj saint death case: Body exhumed after 50 hours, autopsy to determine cause of death
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) The body of a saint, Bannanath, was exhumed from his samadhi (burial site) in Sangasar village of Ratangarh tehsil in Rajasthans Churu district, nearly 50 hours after his burial. The body was shifted to the district hospital mortuary for a post-mortem examination following allegations that he had been murdered. Police have registered a murder case against seven people and launched an investigation. The exhumation was carried out on the orders of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate under the supervision of Tehsildar Ankit Mimani, in the presence of medical and Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) teams on Thursday. The post-mortem examination is expected to help establish the cause of death. According to the police complaint filed by Hansraj, son of Mohanlal and a resident of Dhaulpalia village in Haryanas Sirsa district, his younger brother Bannanath had renounced worldly life and become a sadhu in 2004. He had reportedly been living at Balaknaths ashram in Rawatsar for the past two years. Bannanath arrived in Sangasar village on September 30. According to the complaint, Balaknath called Hansraj on October 2 and asked him to attend a satsang (spiritual gathering), following which Hansraj travelled to Rawatsar on October 3. A day later, on October 4, Hansraj learned that Balaknath had left Bannanath with Bajrangnath in Sangasar village, reportedly saying he would return to take him back within a week. The complaint states that contact with Bannanath was subsequently lost. Hansraj alleged that his brother had a dispute with Balaknath and was beaten to death. He further alleged that the accused buried Bannanath in a samadhi without informing anyone, in an attempt to conceal the crime. These allegations are yet to be established through the investigation. Police have registered a murder case against Balaknath, Bajrangnath, Mukeshnath, Loonnath, Lakshminarayan and two other individuals, and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Bannanaths death. A police team led by Circle Inspector Sandeep Kumar was deployed at the site during the exhumation. A large number of villagers gathered at the spot as officials carried out the procedure. The incident triggered protests in the area, with villagers blocking the Salasar road and demanding action. Police personnel reached the spot and persuaded the protesters to clear the blockade. Traffic was restored after approximately an hour. The cause and circumstances of Bannanaths death will become clearer after the post-mortem examination and further police investigation.
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