Social activist Sanjit Bunker Roy dies at 81
Jaipur, Nov 10 (PTI) Renowned social activist and Barefoot College founder Sanjit Bunker Roy, who spent more than five decades working for rural development and womens empowerment, died at his home in Tilonia in Rajasthans Ajmer district on Tuesday morning. He was 81. Roy breathed his last in the presence of his wife, noted social activist Aruna Roy, and others close to him, people associated with him said in a statement here. Bunker Roy passed away peacefully at 6.15 am this morning with Aruna and others around him. He went as he wanted to, in his own home in Tilonia,
PMO Principal Secretary praises Rajasthan
PMO Principal Secretary praises Rajasthans performance in mineral block auctions Jaipur: Rajasthan has received appreciation from the Centre for its impressive performance in the auction and operationalisation of mineral blocks. Pramod Kumar Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, expressed satisfaction with the states progress during a high-level review meeting organised by the Union Ministry [] The post PMO Principal Secretary praises Rajasthans performance in mineral block auctions appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Rajasthan CM pays tribute to Behror MLA Jaswant Yadav; laid to rest with state honours
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 9 (IANS) The last rites of Behror MLA and former Rajasthan Cabinet Minister Jaswant Yadav were performed with full state honours on Monday in his ancestral village of Silpata. His son, Mohit Yadav, performed the final rites by lighting the funeral pyre. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma paid his respects by laying a floral wreath on the mortal remains. A large number of public representatives, BJP leaders, party workers and residents attended the funeral. Earlier, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav paid tribute to the departed leader by draping the BJP flag over his mortal remains. Jaswant Yadavs mortal remains were transported on Monday morning from his residence in Jaswant Nagar, Alwar city, to his ancestral village of Silpata in Behror in a funeral vehicle (Moksh Vahini). State Minister Sanjay Sharma, along with several BJP leaders and representatives of various social organisations, was present during the funeral. Following the last rites, the national tricolour was handed over to his wife, Kiran Yadav. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma arrived in Silpata village, located in Khairthal-Tijara district, on Monday to pay his last respects to Jaswant Yadav. He laid a floral wreath on the mortal remains and described the leaders demise as an irreparable loss. The Chief Minister also met the bereaved family and offered his condolences. He prayed for peace to the departed soul and strength for the family to cope with the profound loss. Following the news of Jaswant Yadavs demise, people began gathering at his residence in Alwar on Sunday evening. A large number of people arrived again on Monday morning to pay their final respects. Preparations for the funeral were made in his ancestral village of Silpata, where residents from neighbouring areas began arriving early in the morning to bid farewell to the veteran leader. Jaswant Yadav had been suffering from cancer for several years and was undergoing treatment at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Jaipur. He breathed his last at 8:15 am on Sunday. His mortal remains were brought to his residence in Alwar at around 4 pm on Sunday, where a large number of people gathered to pay their respects and offer tributes.
Jaipur Maulana Beaten Over Alleged Marriage Row; Viral Video Sparks Outrage
A video from Jaipur has gone viral, showing a Maulana being beaten by a group of people amid allegations that he married a young woman despite already being married. According to reports, residents of the Nai Ki Thadi area accused the Maulana, who allegedly runs a madrasa, of misleading the woman. Police from Jaisinghpura Khor Police Station had earlier detained him under breach-of-peace provisions.
Gurugram Man Shot Dead On Highway
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ITAT Jaipur deleted an 11 lakh penalty on a farmer who accepted cash while selling his house for 22.5 lakh. The tribunal cited his lack of awareness of tax rules and held that reasonable cause justified relief under Section 273B.
Rajasthan Assembly strength drops to 199 after BJP MLA Jaswant Singh Yadav dies
Rajasthan Assembly strength drops to 199 after BJP MLA Jaswant Singh Yadav dies Jaipur: The strength of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly has once again dropped to 199 following the death of senior BJP leader and Behror MLA Dr Jaswant Singh Yadav. He breathed his last on Sunday while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in [] The post Rajasthan Assembly strength drops to 199 after BJP MLA Jaswant Singh Yadav dies appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Congress councillor, husband killed in fire at firecracker shop in Rajasthan
Jaipur Diwali celebrations turned tragic in Falna town of Pali district of Rajasthan after a massive fire broke out at The post Congress councillor, husband killed in fire at firecracker shop in Rajasthan appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Satinder Sartaaj shares a glimpse of Diwali celebrations at gurdwara
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 9 (IANS) Singer Satinder Sartaaj celebrated the auspicious occasion of Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas by visiting a gurdwara. The singer also shared glimpses of the celebrations with his fans on social media. Along with the pictures, Satinder extended warm wishes to his followers and shared a heartfelt message about inner peace, positivity, and spiritual enlightenment. Sharing his photos, he wrote, May God that the inner low gets some support and the souls get enlightened. Congratulations to all of you on this holy festival of Diwali and Bandi Chhor Diwas. He further added, May the inner light find a spark to awaken its radiance; may the souls be blessed to glow from within!! Wishing you all the sacred blessings of Bandi Chhor Diwas and Diwali. In the pictures, Satinder can be seen lighting candles at the gurdwara and seeking blessings with folded hands. He also shared moments from the spiritual celebrations. Satinder Sartaaj has carved a niche for himself in the music industry with his soulful Sufi compositions, meaningful poetry and contribution to Punjabi culture. He has given audiences several popular songs over the years, including Jaiye Sajana,' 'Udaarian,' Sajjan Raazi,' Ikko Mikke,' 'Rutba,' 'Titli,' and 'Nilami.' Alongside his musical journey, Sartaaj has also made his mark in acting. He made his film debut with the historical drama The Black Prince,' where he essayed the role of Maharaja Duleep Singh. He subsequently featured in Punjabi films such as Kali Jotta and Ikko Mikke. Satinder Sartaaj is currently touring the country with his musical concert series, The Philosophy of Resonance India Tour 2026-27. The nationwide tour, which began in October 2026 and will continue until May 2027, will cover 32 cities across India. The tour includes several cities such as Jaipur, Karnal, Indore, Gurdaspur, and Jalandhar, among others.
30 lakh on local poll lists missing from Rajasthan SIR roll: Activist
Jaipur: Nearly 30 lakh voters appearing in Rajasthans electoral rolls used for local body elections are missing from the Election Commissions final electoral list following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), a civil rights body activist claimed. The discrepancy has allegedly emerged between the Election Commissions final SIR roll and electoral lists maintained by the Rajasthan 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 .
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Diwali rush: Over 8.20 lakh passengers travel in six days; Western Railway runs 73 special trains
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Nov 7 (IANS) More than 8.20 lakh passengers travelled from stations under the Ahmedabad Division of Western Railway in the first six days of November, prompting the railway administration to deploy additional staff, set up holding areas and operate 73 special train trips to manage the festive rush during Diwali and Chhath Puja. Between November 1 and 6, the division recorded 4.55 lakh passengers travelling on unreserved tickets and 3.65 lakh on reserved tickets. Ahmedabad Railway Station accounted for more than 3.20 lakh passengers, followed by Sabarmati with 1.30 lakh and Asarwa with around 50,000. Together, the three stations handled more than five lakh passengers during the six days. To meet the additional demand, Western Railway is operating 73 special train trips from the Ahmedabad Division during November to destinations across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and other states. The services are being operated from Ahmedabad, Sabarmati, Asarwa, Bhuj and Gandhidham, connecting passengers to cities including Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Mumbai, Prayagraj, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Barauni, Rajgir, Jaipur, Haridwar and Bhagalpur. Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Ved Prakash visited Ahmedabad Railway Station late at night and remained there with railway officials to oversee arrangements for passengers travelling during the festive season. He inspected the holding areas and other facilities and interacted with passengers heading to Uttar Pradesh and Bihar to enquire about their travel experience. He also extended Chhath Puja greetings and appealed to them to board trains in an orderly manner. Passengers raised slogans of 'Chhath Maiya Ki Jai' alongside the DRM and appreciated the arrangements. They said that after waiting for some time, they were allowed to board trains in an organised manner, allowing them to proceed towards their hometowns. Special holding areas have been set up at Ahmedabad and Sabarmati stations to prevent overcrowding on platforms. Seating, drinking water, lighting and fans have been provided at these locations for passengers waiting for their trains. The division has also arranged food packets, water bottles, chips and biscuits for general-class passengers. Voluntary organisations and NGOs are assisting in distributing food and drinking water. Additional cleaning staff have been deployed, while water coolers and other drinking water facilities are being monitored regularly. For security and crowd management, additional Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) personnel, ticket-checking staff and other railway employees have been deployed. CCTV cameras are being used to monitor station premises, platforms and crowded areas. Particular attention is being paid to regulating passenger movement at entry and exit gates, foot overbridges and platforms. A dedicated war room has also been set up in the control building at the DRM's office to monitor passenger movement and train operations round the clock. During his inspection, Prakash reviewed CCTV surveillance, real-time crowd management, passenger movement on platforms, holding areas and queue-based boarding arrangements. He directed officials to coordinate immediately through the war room and take necessary action in the event of excessive crowding or passenger inconvenience at any station. Information about special train services, schedules and passenger facilities is being disseminated through electronic display boards, public announcement systems and social media. Train operations and punctuality are also being monitored regularly. The division has appealed to passengers to follow railway guidelines, maintain discipline on station premises and reach stations sufficiently ahead of their scheduled train departure times.
Lawrence Bishnoi gang member Hari Boxer detained in US; process to bring him to India underway
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 7 (IANS) In a major breakthrough in Rajasthan Police's ongoing crackdown on organised crime and criminal gangs, notorious gangster Harichand Jat alias 'Hari Boxer', an active member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a wanted fugitive, has been detained in the United States. The operation was carried out under the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar Sharma as part of the state police's sustained campaign against organised criminal networks. The Rajasthan Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), working under the guidance of Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Dinesh M.N., played a key role in securing the detention. A special team operating under the supervision of Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) Deputy Inspector General of Police and Interpol Liaison Officer Yogesh Yadav gathered crucial intelligence and coordinated efforts to trace the fugitive. As part of the international operation, Rajasthan Police facilitated the issuance of a Red Corner Notice against Hari Boxer. It also sent 14 separate references to Interpol across five countries to track his whereabouts and secure action against him. To strengthen the case for his detention, the police submitted a provisional arrest request, an updated and comprehensive dossier containing details of the accused, and his fingerprints to the concerned authorities. Hari Boxer has deep roots in Rajasthan. His birth, upbringing and early journey into the world of crime are all closely linked to the state. His real name is Harichand Jat, and he originally hails from the Bansur area of Rajasthan's Kotputli-Behror district. His father Girdhari Jat is an ordinary farmer from the region. Before entering the world of crime, Harichand reportedly led an ordinary life in his village and aspired to serve the country or the state. A look into Hari Boxer's background reveals that Harichand Jat initially aspired to join the Indian Army or Rajasthan Police. While preparing for competitive examinations, he moved to Jaipur, the state capital. During his stay in Jaipur, he underwent professional boxing training and later started coaching young people in the sport. His association with the boxing ring in Jaipur and his subsequent work as a boxing coach earned him the nickname 'Hari Boxer'. The name gradually became popular among his friends and on social media before gaining recognition in criminal circles as well. The process to bring Hari Boxer back to India is now underway. His detention marks a significant achievement for Rajasthan Police in its efforts to dismantle organised criminal networks and pursue gangsters operating beyond India's borders.
Harry Boxer's extradition to India may take months due to legal hurdles: CBI sources
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 7 (IANS) Bringing Harry Boxer (Hari Chand Jaat) a notorious shooter of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, from the United States to India is unlikely to be an easy task, as investigating agencies may face several legal hurdles and procedural delays. Although he has been detained by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in California, his extradition could take several months due to legal complications, according to sources. According to CBI sources, Harry Boxer has been detained for immigration violations and not in connection with criminal cases registered against him in India. In the US, he will first have to undergo proceedings before an immigration court, followed by a hearing. Subsequently, India will have to formally submit an extradition dossier under the bilateral Extradition Treaty. The dossier will include forensic evidence, details of FIRs, charge sheets and voice recordings linked to cases registered against him in Rajasthan, Punjab, Delhi and Mumbai. The CBI told IANS that the extradition process in the US is lengthy, with the accused having ample opportunities to challenge the proceedings in courts. In several cases, accused persons also seek political asylum, which can further delay the process. Another major challenge is that most of the cases registered against Boxer are being investigated by state police agencies. Therefore, documents related to cases from different states will have to be consolidated into a single dossier and forwarded to the Ministry of External Affairs through the CBI. Meanwhile, the Delhi Police Special Cell and the Mumbai Crime Branch have started submitting documents related to the cases against him to central agencies. Officials said that his extradition to India would not be possible until the US court gives the necessary approval. Harry Boxer, has been detained in the United States following inputs and efforts by Indian law enforcement agencies. Indian security and Intelligence agencies had been closely tracking his movements, particularly after the firing incident outside Bollywood film-maker Rohit Shetty's residence in Mumbai. Boxer, a native of Narayanpur village in Rajasthan, earned the nickname due to his earlier association with sports and his background as a boxing coach in Jaipur. He gradually moved away from his sporting and farming background and entered the criminal underworld. He has been absconding since 2022 and eventually fled India to the United States, where Indian agencies continued to track his activities.
Six minor girls rescued from prostitution racket in Rajasthan
Six minor girls rescued from prostitution racket in Rajasthans Jhalawar Jaipur: The Rajasthan Police have busted a prostitution racket operating under the guise of traditional settlements (deras) in the Bhawanimandi area of Rajasthans Jhalawar district, exposing the alleged involvement of families in trafficking their own minor daughters, officials said. Police rescued six girls aged between [] The post Six minor girls rescued from prostitution racket in Rajasthans Jhalawar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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'High-Tech City' and 'Medi-City' should become hallmarks of a 'New Jaipur': Raj CM
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 6 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Friday that Jaipur's development must be planned keeping in view both present requirements and future needs. The state government aims to transform Jaipur into an exemplary model of urban development through the expansion, modernisation and systematic development of its infrastructure. The Chief Minister was chairing a review meeting on the functioning of the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) on Friday. He emphasised the need for a comprehensive and effective action plan to ensure smooth traffic movement amid the growing vehicular pressure in the city. He directed officials to prepare a plan for seamless traffic flow, including making key intersections along Jawaharlal Nehru Marg signal-free. He stressed that traffic management measures must also prioritise pedestrian safety and ensure adequate parking facilities. The Chief Secretary V. Srinivas and concerned departmental officials were instructed to conduct on-site inspections to assess the situation and identify necessary interventions. Reviewing the proposed 'High-Tech City' project, the Chief Minister said that Jaipur's proximity to Delhi, coupled with the significant presence of the Rajasthani diaspora across India and around the world, offers immense opportunities for development and investment. Keeping these prospects in mind, he suggested developing a 'High-Tech City' equipped with modern technology, advanced infrastructure and world-class amenities. Reviewing the 'Medi-City' project, Chief Minister Sharma emphasised the need to incorporate modern medical infrastructure and world-class healthcare facilities. He said that both 'High-Tech City' and 'Medi-City' should be developed as landmark projects that define the identity of a 'New Jaipur'. During the meeting, the Chief Minister directed officials to ensure that all development projects are completed within their stipulated timelines. He instructed that clear timelines be established for every project and that progress be regularly monitored. He added that unnecessary delays, negligence or laxity in project execution would not be tolerated at any level. Strict action must be taken against officers and personnel found responsible for such lapses, he said. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary V. Srinivas, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Akhil Arora, Additional Chief Secretary of Urban Development and Housing, Alok Gupta, Principal Secretary (Finance) Vaibhav Galriya, Jaipur Development Authority Commissioner Siddharth Mahajan, and other departmental officials.
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Akshay Mhatre recollects his most memorable Diwali celebration away from his family
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 6 (IANS) Actor Akshay Mhatre, who essays the role of Girdhar in the television show Humari Radha, has spoken up on his Diwali celebrations. The actor took a trip down memory lane, sharing his family's festive traditions and why his first Diwali celebration with wife Shrenu remains particularly special. Talking about the same, he said, Diwali has always been a special occasion for my family, and we celebrate it in the traditional Maharashtrian way. One of my favourite rituals is Abhyanga Snan, where we wake up early, apply utna and begin the day with a traditional bath. This is followed by Faral, when the entire family comes together to enjoy the festive delicacies prepared by my mother, and relatives also visit us to celebrate. He also spoke about his most memorable Diwali celebrations in Jaipur, which was incidentally the first time he was celebrating Diwali away from his family. One Diwali that I will always cherish is the first one I celebrated with Shrenu in Jaipur, when we were both away from our families for a shoot. This was also the first time I was celebrating Diwali away from my family. Interestingly, this was even before we started dating, which makes that memory all the more special for us. In a way, it felt like my family was there with me. It is moments like these that make festivals truly memorable, he added. Talking about Humari Radha, Girdhar (played by Akshay Mhatre) grows increasingly fond of Shanaya (played by Vaidehi Nair), while his wife Radha (played by Simaran Kaur), who was once heartbroken by his betrayal, has now decided to fight back. Humari Radha airs every day on Anmol TV.
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Rajasthan Panchayat polls: Stone pelting, arson at Udaipur counting site
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 6 (IANS) Stone pelting and arson were reported at a vote-counting centre in Rajasthans Udaipur district following the announcement of Gram Panchayat election results late on Thursday night, while several prominent political families witnessed electoral setbacks in the third phase of the Panchayati Raj elections. In Navaghara Gram Panchayat, under the Kherwara Panchayat Samiti in Udaipur district, violence broke out after Pushpa Devi was declared the winner at around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday. According to locals, supporters of the defeated candidate became agitated as the winning candidate was being escorted from the counting centre towards her residence. They allegedly pelted stones at the counting site, set fire to property and vandalised several vehicles parked on the premises. Police teams, including personnel from Bawalwada, rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control. Fire brigade personnel were also called to extinguish the flames. In another incident, a dispute erupted during vote counting in Darr Barahna Gram Panchayat under the Bayana Panchayat Samiti in Bharatpur district. Vimla Kumari was initially declared the winner by just one vote after two rounds of counting. However, the rival candidate and her supporters alleged that three votes had not been counted, triggering a commotion. Bayana SDM Alka Srivastava reached the spot, following which it was decided to conduct the counting at her office. The elections also witnessed defeats for candidates belonging to prominent political families. Kapil Meena, son of BJP MLA Shanta Meena from Salumbar, lost the Sarpanch election in Semari Gram Panchayat. His late father, Amritlal Meena, had also served as a BJP MLA. Kamala Parmar, the sister-in-law of Congress MLA Dayaram Parmar from Kherwara in Udaipur, also lost the Sarpanch election. She had contested from the Mahuwal Gram Panchayat under the Nayagaon Panchayat Samiti. Her husband, Pannalal, the MLA's brother, contested from Ward 6 of the Panchayat Samiti on a Congress ticket and is among the contenders for the post of Pradhan. The Panchayat Samiti election results are scheduled to be declared on November 20. Shobha Bhardwaj, wife of Mahendra Bhardwaj, who served as media advisor to former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, won the Sarpanch election from Deoli in Tonk district. She defeated her rival, Manju, by 124 votes. Tamma Kanwar, aunt of Chittorgarh MLA Chandrabhan Singh Aakya, was also elected Sarpanch from Aakya village under the Bhadesar Panchayat Samiti. In Mandfiya, Rajkumar Vaishnav, son of former Shri Sanwaliya Temple chairman Kanhaiya Lal Vaishnav, also registered a victory. In Jalore district, Chhaganlal Bhil won the Sarpanch election in Kumbhiya Gram Panchayat under the Chitalwana Panchayat Samiti, defeating Ugam Devi, wife of Naib Tehsildar Virmaram, by 13 votes. Veji Devi, mother of Dr Narsiram Chaudhary, personal assistant to Sanchore MLA Jivaram Chaudhary, was elected Sarpanch from Dabal village. Supporters celebrated her victory by lifting the PA onto their shoulders. In Dausa district, a commotion broke out at the Baroli polling booth following allegations that the seal of a ballot box had been broken. Meanwhile, Mausam Meena, wife of Narcotics Control Bureau officer Dharam Singh Meena, won the Sarpanch election in Ganipur Gram Panchayat under the Sikrai Panchayat Samiti. In Udaipur district, Kanhaiyalal Ahari won the Sarpanch election in Kalyanpur Gram Panchayat, with supporters celebrating the victory through dancing. Separately, election official Mohammad Luqman suffered a heart attack while counting votes in Rajmahal Gram Panchayat under the Deoli Panchayat Samiti in Tonk district. He was admitted to Deoli Sub-District Hospital and subsequently referred to a higher medical centre due to his critical condition. The election results also included the victory of Nausar Devi, who was elected Sarpanch of one of Rajasthan's smallest Gram Panchayats. Polling for the post of Up-Sarpanch (deputy village head) is being held on Friday as part of the third phase of the Panchayati Raj elections. Elections for the posts of Panch and Sarpanch were conducted on Thursday across 3,716 Gram Panchayats, with results declared late Thursday night.
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Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for
Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for skipping Delhi rally Jaipur: The Rajasthan Youth Congress has suspended 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents and 31 state-level functionaries, for failing to attend a rally organised at Delhis Ramlila Maidan. The Youth Congress had assigned all its office-bearers the responsibility of mobilising people [] The post Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for skipping Delhi rally appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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Jaipur roots of Indian-American Congresswoman-elect from Florida in focus
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) After her victory in the recent US midterm elections, Pia Dandiya, whose family traces its roots to Jaipur, has emerged as a prominent new face in American politics. A former White House Fellow, Apple employee and educationist, Dandiya has built her career around public service and expanding educational opportunities for underprivileged children. Dandiya contested the US House of Representatives election from Florida's 22nd Congressional District as a Democratic Party candidate. She secured 51.89 per cent of the votes, defeating Republican candidate Casey Askar, who received 48.11 per cent. Her election has also brought attention to her family's connection with Rajasthan's capital, where several of her relatives continue to reside. Dandiya's parents moved from Jaipur to the United States in 1980. She was born and raised in America, but her connection with her ancestral city remained strong. Her father Rohit Dandiya is a physician and an MBBS graduate of Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Medical College in Jaipur. During her childhood, Dandiya frequently visited Jaipur during school holidays to meet relatives. These visits continued until her college years, keeping her connected with her family's hometown. Her mother is associated with the education sector and established a Montessori school in Jupiter, Florida. She received her early education at the institution founded by her mother. Education has been a major part of Dandiya's professional journey. At the age of 28, she established a high school in Harlem in New York, aimed at providing quality education to children from low-income families. She became the school's founding principal and worked to create better academic opportunities for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Graduates from the institution have subsequently secured admission to prestigious colleges. Her experience in education and working with underserved communities helped shape her interest in public service and policymaking. Apart from her work in education, Dandiya has also served as a White House Fellow, an experience that gave her exposure to the functioning of the US administration and policymaking. She has also worked at Apple, adding experience in the corporate and technology sectors to her professional profile. Her journey from education to public service and politics eventually brought her into the Democratic Party, where she went on to contest the Congressional election. With her election to the US House of Representatives, Dandiya now begins a new chapter in public life. Her victory has attracted particular interest in Jaipur, where her family's roots and her father's medical education remain an important part of her background.
Come forward: Ashwini Vaishnaw challenges Congress to debate on SIR in Parliament
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday asked Congress to hold a debate on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Parliament, saying that whenever the Congress requested a discussion on any subject, it was facilitated. Addressing a press conference in Jaipur, Vaishnaw said, If you (Congress) are prepared, then put forward your demand today; we will not hesitate to convene a special session. If you wish to debate a specific topic
Rajasthan govt forms task forces to crack down on illegal gravel mining
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) The state government has constituted six task forces to take stringent action against illegal mining, transportation and storage of gravel (bajri) in the Jojari, Bandi and Luni river basins and strengthen monitoring mechanisms. Additional Chief Secretary (Mines and Petroleum) Aparna Arora said that the task forces have been directed to ensure strict compliance with the guidelines issued by the High-Level Ecosystem Oversight Committee, the Honble Supreme Court and the National Green Tribunal (NGT). She informed that separate task forces have been constituted for Sirohi, Sojat City, Jalore, Barmer, Jodhpur and Gotan. These teams will regularly monitor and inspect the activities of gravel mining leaseholders to ensure compliance with environmental clearance conditions, adherence to the prescribed maximum mining depth of three metres and maintenance of the mandatory buffer distance from riverbanks. Arora further stated that the task forces would conduct regular field inspections, identify violations and take appropriate action. They will also submit reports on instances of non-compliance, including violations of environmental clearance conditions, mining beyond the permissible depth of three metres, failure to maintain the prescribed distance from riverbanks and extraction of gravel from below the water surface. The state government is pursuing a zero-tolerance policy towards illegal mining activities. Accordingly, the task forces have been instructed to strengthen field-level monitoring and take strict action against illegal activities in accordance with the Government of India's Enforcement and Monitoring Guidelines for Sand Mining, 2020. The task forces have also been empowered to initiate action under Section 23B of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act and the relevant provisions of the Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2017. Each task force constituted by the state government will be headed by an officer of the Assistant Mining Engineer rank and will comprise a geologist, a mining foreman and a surveyor. To ensure transparency and effective enforcement, officials and personnel from other departments have also been included in the teams. The Additional Director (Vigilance) at the headquarters has been designated as the Nodal Officer for coordinating the task forces. Arora directed all officers and personnel assigned to the task forces to ensure strict implementation of the prescribed guidelines and take firm action against violations. She made it clear that negligence or laxity at any level would not be tolerated.
Union Minister Vaishnaw joins Rajasthan CM Sharma in 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy' march in Jaipur
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday joined Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and other senior BJP leaders in a padyatra (foot march) in Jaipur as part of the partys 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy campaign. The march was organised following a public meeting at Ramlila Maidan and proceeded from New Gate to Tripolia Gate, with BJP leaders and workers carrying party flags and raising slogans in support of the campaign. Addressing the gathering, Vaishnaw struck a light-hearted note while referring to his personal connection with Jaipur, where his in-laws reside. I have a deep connection with Jaipur. I was born and raised on this soil, and I am a son of this land, he said. The meeting was attended by BJP State President Madan Rathore, Chief Minister Sharma, Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, State BJP in-charge Sanjay Bhatia, senior party leader Arun Chaturvedi and Mayor Sunil Kothari, among others. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sharma launched a sharp attack on former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, challenging him to prove any of his allegations wrong. Referring to his earlier remarks at a rally in Jodhpur, Sharma said, When I spoke at the Jodhpur rally, he became rattled, and he will be even more rattled now. I had promised that every question would be answered, and answered with full force. I challenge you to prove even one of my statements wrong. He raised questions about alleged irregularities in the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) and the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), referring to the arrest of an RPSC member and a minister in connection with separate cases. The Chief Minister also questioned the functioning of officials during the previous Congress government and referred to the arrest of Gehlot's Personal Security Officer (PSO) and remarks allegedly made by his Officer on Special Duty (OSD). You are the one lying. If you are right, provide proof. Let us see who is lying and who is telling the truth, Sharma said, adding that his government was focussed on public welfare rather than engaging in politics. BJP State President Madan Rathore accused the Opposition of being desperate to regain power and alleged that it was attempting to create unrest to achieve its political objectives. He also criticised the Congress leadership over its association with individuals who, he alleged, had insulted Lord Ram, questioned national unity and disrespected the national song. Party workers raised slogans such as Modi kahin nahin jayega and Save Democracy, End Anarchy. They also carried posters bearing the message, India will not tolerate the insult to its popular mandate. The march was part of the BJP's campaign against what the party describes as attacks on democratic institutions and the public mandate.
Rashtrapati Bhavan Change of Guard Ceremony to begin from 8 a.m. on Nov 7
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Change of Guard Ceremony, which is held every Saturday in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, will be conducted between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. from November 7, an official statement said on Thursday. The new timings are part of the annual switch to winter schedule for the time-honoured ceremonial parade that showcases the precision, discipline and heritage of the Indian Armed Forces. The summer timings for the Change of Guard Ceremony at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi were 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The ceremony is conducted in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan and attracts a large number of visitors, including tourists, students and citizens who come to witness the colourful spectacle of marching contingents, military bands and the formal transfer of duties between units. The Change of Guard is a formal military ceremony performed at prominent sites worldwide, including Buckingham Palace in London, the Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, the US. It showcases tradition as soldiers formally hand over duties in a colourful public spectacle. At Rashtrapti Bhavan in Delhi, the 30-minute Change of Guard Ceremony is held every Saturday morning. The ceremony does not take place on Saturday if it is a Gazetted holiday or if it is so notified by Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Change of Guard ceremony is a military tradition as part of which guards and sentries at palaces, forts and defence establishments change periodically to enable a fresh body of troops to take charge. At Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Ceremonial Army Guard Battalion is responsible for providing ceremonial guards and sentries for the President of India. Over the years, the ceremony has been revamped and relocated to make it more visually appealing and public-friendly. An equestrian display by the President's Bodyguard (PBG) in their ceremonial regalia has been added, and the venue has been shifted to the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, with easier public access, it said. The ceremony commences with the PBG troops, astride their caparisoned, powerful and well-groomed steeds, advancing from behind the Jaipur Column to the tunes played by the Army Brass Band. Thereafter, the Parade Commander marches in, on whose 'word of command' the guard marches in. After inspection, the new guard takes position along the old guard, and both the guards exchange the national salute. Thereafter, the new guard takes over the duties of guards and sentries. The ceremony ends with an equestrian display by the PBG and playing of the National Anthem.
Ashwini Vaishnaw Targets Congress in Jaipur, Challenges Rahul Gandhi
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw accused Congress of undermining democratic values and challenged Rahul Gandhi to debate political issues in Parliament.
