Video: Son beats mother to death over minor gas cylinder dispute in Jaipur
Jaipur: A 31-year-old man in Jaipur was arrested on Tuesday, September 17, after a viral video showed him brutally assaulting his 52-year-old mother with a stick, leading to her demise. The attack, which reportedly began over a gas cylinder dispute, also showed other family members being hit as they tried to intervene. The incident took 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 .
Dont send daughters to gym until love jihad law is enacted: Raja Singhs son
Hyderabad: The Hindus should not send their daughters to gymnasium and zumba classes until a law against love jihad is enacted and instead arrange the classes for them at home, said T Chandrasekhar, son of MLA T Raja Singh. At the Hindu Dharma Sabha, a meeting organized in Jaipur, Rajasthan two days ago, the young 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 .
Son brutally beats mother to death over gas cylinder dispute in Jaipur; arrested
JAIPUR: A mother was brutally beaten to death by her son over a minor row over gas cylinder replacement in Jaipur. The video of the attack has gone viral on social media. In the footage, the son, identified as Naveen, is seen striking his mother, Santosh, with a stick. His father and sister can be seen trying to intervene, but Naveen continued the assault despite their efforts. In the video, the sister can be heard saying, In 2016, I found out he was a criminal. You all called me crazy. Following the incident, the Kardhani police arrested Naveen on Tuesday after a thorough investigation and questioning. The post-mortem report has revealed 12 deep injuries on the mothers body. DCP (West) Hanuman Prasad Meena said, The postmortem report revealed head injuries and the accused Naveen Singh has been arrested in connection with the case. Further investigations will be conducted. Police investigations revealed that Naveens father, Laxman Singh, a retired Army personnel, is currently posted in the security wing of the National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) in Delhi under the ex-servicemen quota. Laxman had returned from Delhi on Monday. According to the family, Santosh went to the kitchen, found the gas cylinder empty, and asked Naveen to replace it. and he allegedly attacked his mother over this matter. Speaking to the media, Laxman Singh said, My son should be hanged. His sister was to be married in five months. He not only ruined himself but also destroyed our family. He took the life of the mother who gave birth to him. Further details revealed that Naveen had previously worked at Genpact. He married in November 2019, but because of his bad and violent behaviour, she returned to her parents home and filed a dowry case in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. A warrant has been issued against Naveen by the UP Police.
Indias democracy stronger, more inclusive under PM Modi, says LG Kavinder
Excelsior Correspondent JAIPUR, Sept 16: Democracy is not merely a modern system of governance but a way of life deeply rooted in Indias civilizational ethos and after 2014, under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, it has been infused with new energy and strength This was stated by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, while addressing the India Youth Parliament held in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on the occasion of Democracy Day. Speaking on the occasion, Kavinder Gupta, who was the [] The post Indias democracy stronger, more inclusive under PM Modi, says LG Kavinder appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JAIPUR: A medical student from Bikaner has alleged that he was forced to fight in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The youth, identified as Ajay, son of Mahavir Godara from Arjunsar village in Lunkaransar, had left for Russia in November last year to pursue medical studies. But now he has released a video in which he has made this claim and revealed other details. In the video, Ajay is seen in military fatigues, stating that he was tricked into joining the Russian army and then sent to the frontline. He says that he had gone abroad in search of education and career opportunities but is now trapped in a life-threatening situation. Ajay has alleged that him along with other youths were promised three months of training, but instead, within just four days, they were deployed at the border. We are in Ukraine right now. What they told us is very different from what is happening, he said. He further recounted that missiles fired from the Ukrainian side killed one of his four companions, while two others managed to flee. Ajay claimed that instead of being given kitchen duties, as initially assured, he was pushed into combat zones. According to him, around 15 Indian youths were with him, and four have already lost their lives. Ajay also named other IndiansSandeep, Vijay, and Ankitwhose lives are at risk, and he has appealed to the Indian government to intervene urgently. Following the release of the video, Ajays family has sought immediate action from authorities. His brother has already approached Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi. Lunkaransar MLA and state cabinet minister Sumit Godara has also taken up the issue with Meghwal. Ajays father, Mahavir Godara, expressed deep concern, saying, My son went to Russia on a study visa on 28 November 2024. He was lured into army recruitment with promises of some other job. We have had no contact with him for the past 15 days. I urge the Indian government to bring him back safely. The family confirmed that they have contacted the Ministry of External Affairs but are yet to receive any firm assurance. Congress General Secretary Dr Rajendra Mund has written to Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, urging him to take immediate steps for Ajays rescue. According to Ajays family, several other Indian students, including youths from Haryana, who had gone to Russia for higher studies, are also stuck in similar circumstances. They allege that many of them have also been forced to serve at the frontlines of the conflict.
GVMC corporators set out on study tour amid criticism
82 corporators, including 42 women corporators, along with GVMC officials, will visit Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Delhi, and other cities to study municipal practices, even as some leaders question the need for such tours
Train firing: RPF constable targeted me for wearing burqa, woman witness tells court
MUMBAI: The woman passenger forced by RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary, who went on a rampage on a moving train and allegedly shot dead four persons in July 2023, to chant 'Jai Mata Di' at gunpoint, told a local court on Monday that she was targeted for wearing a burqa. After chanting the religious invocation, the woman grabbed Chaudhary's rifle and moved it away from her. The 38-year-old woman witness appeared before Additional Sessions Judge Y B Pathan, and narrated the sequence of events involving the then Railway Protection Force constable. Chaudhary allegedly gunned down his senior colleague and assistant sub-inspector Tikaram Meena, and three passengers aboard the Jaipur-Mumbai Central Superfast Express near Palghar railway station in Maharashtra on July 31, 2023. He was apprehended near the railway tracks after the incident and has been in jail since then. Recounting her encounter with the accused, the woman told the court that she was travelling with her two children on the day of the incident. She had woken up at 5:30 AM and was wearing shoes for going to the washroom when he saw a man in a police uniform walking into the train compartment. He pointed his rifle at the woman and told her in Hindi that 'if you want to stay in this country, you will have to say 'Jai Mata Di' (praise to the goddess). The woman complied and uttered the invocation in a low voice. However, the accused told her to repeat it loudly and threatened to shoot her if she didn't oblige. At this point, the woman grabbed the rifle that was pointed towards her, raised it upwards, and questioned the man's identity. The constable warned her not to touch the rifle or he would shoot her. Scared, she released the gun, and the man walked away, the witness testified during examination by additional public prosecutor Sudhir Sapkale. During her cross-examination by defence lawyer Jaywant Patil, the woman maintained that she was not lying about the incident and that the accused targeted her because she was wearing a burqa. She identified Chaudhary, who appeared before the court through video conferencing.
Muslim youth performs last rites of Hindu woman in Rajasthan's Bhilwara
JAIPUR: In a heartwarming display of communal harmony, the last rites of a 67-year-old Hindu woman, who was living alone, were performed by a Muslim youth in Rajasthan's Bhilwara. Shanti Devi, a resident of Jangi Chowk in Gandhi Nagar area of Bhilwara, had been unwell for some time and was undergoing treatment at the Mahatma Gandhi Hospital where she died on Sunday. She had been living alone since 2018 after the death of her three daughters and a son. With no one from her family present to shoulder the responsibility, 30-year-old Asgar Ali Khan, who grew up seeing Shanti Devi as a mother figure, came forward. She would love me like a mother since my childhood. She would ask me every day if I had eaten or how I was feeling. After she passed away, I felt like I had lost my mother again, he said with teary eyes. My parents passed away long ago, and Shanti Devi filled that void. Even during Covid, when she was unwell, I took care of her. On Sunday, after she passed away, I felt like I had lost my mother again, Khan said Supported by his neighbours and friends -- Ashfaq Qureshi, Abid Qureshi, Shakir Pathan, Firoz Qureshi, Inayat and Zabid, Khan arranged for the funeral, carried the bier on the shoulders, and performed the cremation according to Hindu rituals. Local Muslim women also broke down during the final procession, grieving for the woman they had seen as part of their colony. Relatives of Shanti Devi arrived later from Madhya Pradesh and joined the final journey. Khan said Shati Devi's ashes would be immersed at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj or Matrikundia in Chittorgarh district, in keeping with her wishes.
Three Drown in Bhilwara River After Cremation of Jaipur Accident Victims
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Insolation Energy gets 226 MW solar projects under PM KUSUM
Insolation Energy has secured multiple solar projects totaling 226.45 MW under the PM KUSUM scheme, requiring a Rs 750 crore investment. Its subsidiary, Insolation Green Energy, received orders from Jaipur and Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited for 135 sites. These projects, with tariffs ranging from Rs 2.60 to Rs 3.04 per unit, are slated for completion by 2026-27.
Seven of Two Families Killed As Car Falls Off Ring Road In Jaipur
The mangled vehicle was spotted on Sunday by the locals, who alerted the police. Subsequently, the car was pulled out with the help of a crane.
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Seven Of Two Families, Returning After Performing Kins Last Rites, Die In Jaipur Car Crash
Seven people from two families died after their car plunged off Ring Road into a waterlogged underpass in Jaipur while returning from Haridwar.
Essential ration supplies donated to distressed Pak Hindu migrant family in Jaipur
Vatika, Jaipur Post news story publication of Pak Hindu migrant family on World Hindu News and subsequent circulation, a donor from USMr. Ramesh T. donated $100 (INR 8827) was received. Post which the office of Pakistani Hindu Refugee Relief Program office purchased ration and essential supplies and executed the donation to the family. The family [] The post Essential ration supplies donated to distressed Pak Hindu migrant family in Jaipur appeared first on World Hindu News .
Lawyers strike in Rajasthan over possibility of third High Court bench in Bikaner
JAIPUR: Judicial proceedings across Rajasthan came to a standstill on Friday as lawyers observed a statewide strike against the possible establishment of a third High Court bench in Bikaner. Hearings in the Jaipur and Jodhpur benches, as well as in subordinate courts, remained suspended. The protest was triggered by recent remarks from Union Law Minister and MP from Bikaner, Arjunram Meghwal, who hinted at progress on the issue. Meghwal noted that Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai is expected to visit Bikaner on September 2021, describing the visit as not an ordinary matter he is coming only if some progress has been made. In the same interaction, Meghwal initially responded yes when asked about the possibility of a bench in Bikaner, but immediately changed the subject, saying, We will know only when he comes. The video of his comments went viral on social media, sparking intense debate among the legal fraternity. Reacting to this, representatives of the Rajasthan High Court Bar Association (Jaipur), Jodhpur Bar Association, District Advocates Association, and other bar bodies convened an emergency meeting on Thursday. They unanimously resolved to stay away from judicial work for a day in protest. Ramit Pareek, general secretary of the Jaipur High Court Bar Association, said the ministers statement had created confusion and apprehension among lawyers. Association president Ratnaram Tholia cautioned that if the government did not roll back the move, the agitation would intensify. If this decision is not withdrawn, we may even have to consider an indefinite boycott, he warned. According to the advocates, dividing the principal bench would adversely affect judicial efficiency and cause inconvenience to the general public. They urged the government to reconsider the proposal in the interest of both the judiciary and litigants. With Fridays strike followed by the weekend holiday (second Saturday and Sunday), courts are now set to resume normal functioning only from Monday.
Jaipur-bound Air India Express flight makes three attempts at landing
An Air India Express flight from Hyderabad to Jaipur experienced a challenging landing. Flight IX-2870 made three attempts before successfully landing at Jaipur airport. The flight, carrying 140 passengers, was scheduled to arrive at 8:05 am but landed at 8:40 am. Passengers reported a frightening experience during the multiple landing attempts.
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Congress questions 'need' for installation of additional CCTV cameras in Rajasthan Assembly
JAIPUR: A massive political storm has erupted over the installation of additional CCTV cameras in the Rajasthan Assembly. It shows no signs of getting subsided. The Opposition Congress, which has been against the move from the beginning, has now alleged that the cameras are being used not only to keep watch on its MLAs but also over the faction of former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje. Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully has called the issue serious and demanded an investigation. However, Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani and BJP MLA Jogaram Patel have dismissed the allegations as baseless. Raje, notably, has been in the spotlight since her recent meeting with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat during a RSS-Sangh Parivar program in Jodhpur. Initially, LoP Jully had claimed that the ruling party is misusing the new cameras to monitor Congress MLAs. However, now he claims that the cameras are also designed to keep an eye on those MLAs who are close to BJP stalwart Raje. He alleged that when Raje visited the Assembly recently, the cameras even tracked on legislators who went to meet her. Calling it a violation of democratic decorum, Jully accused the government of running a campaign for spying through hidden cameras and demanded that a joint committee of the House be formed to probe the matter. Raising questions on the need for extra surveillance, Jully pointed out that two cameras already exist in the Assembly. Why was there a need to install additional cameras? These remain switched on even after the House proceedings are over, which is objectionable, he said. He further challenged that if proceedings are adjourned for 15 minutes, he could show access to the cameras in question. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani rejected the allegations, saying cameras have been a part of the Assembly since its inception and are primarily used for recording proceedings. Their use has increased recently for live broadcasting on YouTube and during Commonwealth Parliamentary Committee seminars, he said. Devnani explained that an additional camera was installed following complaints of movement in the official gallery. He added that the cameras rotate 360 degrees and do not target any particular member. Citing security concerns, Devnani noted that a person had recently jumped from the gallery in the Lok Sabha. Therefore, cameras are necessary. Neither has anyones privacy been violated, nor will it be in the future, he assured. BJP MLA Jogaram Patel also dismissed the allegations, saying cameras have been installed since the Assembly building was constructed. Neither Vasundhara Raje nor any MLA has been spied upon, he said, adding that Jully should direct his questions to former CM Ashok Gehlots OSD instead.Patel further attacked Gehlot, claiming he lacked the courage to come to the House and present his views. Meanwhile, Jully met Governor Hari Bhau Kishan Rao Bagade along with senior Congress MLAs and submitted a memorandum. He alleged that hidden cameras were being misused to spy on opposition members and accused the ruling party of damaging the dignity of the Assembly through objectionable remarks made by the Government Chief Whip and BJP legislators.
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Nepal jailbirds on the run nabbed, border security cover ramped up
PATNA/LUCKNOW/DEHRADUN/JAIPUR: Amid stepped up vigil along the India-Nepal border, Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) personnel have nabbed 19 prisoners who escaped from Nepal jails taking advantage of the unrest and tried to enter Bihar and UP that border the Himalayan country. Ten jail inmates who had escaped from Dillibazar jail in Kathmandu were detained at the border in Bihar and nine in UP. SSB sleuths handed the 10 inmates, including two from Bihar, over to Bittha More and Sursand police stations of Sitamarhi district. In UP, the SSB rounded up four Nepali prisoners at Sonouli border in Maharajganj and five at Khunwa border in Siddharthnagar, officials said, adding the security agencies are grilling the Nepali prisoners. Central agencies have sounded a major security alert along the India-Nepal border, cautioning that miscreants could exploit the unrest to trigger violence in adjoining Indian states. State governments have asked police to ramp up security along the border. We are keeping a close vigil on the border, said Pramod Kumar Mandal, DIG, Purnea. Madhubani SP Yogendra Kumar said the district police and all border police stations have been placed on high alert. People are being allowed to cross the border only after thorough frisking. We are checking the identifications. Our efforts are that no anti-social elements cross the border, he said. Amid Nepal protests, security heightened in seven border districts in Uttar Pradesh Following the state governments directives, UP DGP Rajiv Krishna ordered a round-the-clock surveillance, intensified patrolling, and deployment of additional police personnel in Shravasti, Balrampur, Bahraich, Pilibhit, Lakhimpur Kheri, Siddharthnagar and Maharajganj, the seven districts which share around 600-km long border with Nepal. A special control room has also been set up at the Police Headquarters in Lucknow to assist Indian nationals stranded in Nepal. ADG (law & order) Amitabh Yash said, The administration is providing all possible assistance to Indian citizens stranded in Nepal. Security forces have heightened vigilance along the entire border stretch, from Pithoragarhs Dharchula in Uttarakhand to the districts bordering Nepal in Bihar. The SSB has placed all border police stations on high alert, with officers continuously monitoring the situation to prevent any infiltration or disturbances. In Dharchula, movement across the bridge connecting India and Nepal has been stopped, with instructions issued to allow passage only in emergency situations. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami asked officials to keep an eye on the activities of anti-social or mischievous elements in their respective areas by conducting intensive checking. Thousands of Indian tourists remain stranded in Nepal following the violent protests that broke out on September 8. Among them are many families from Rajasthan, including the relatives of independent MLA from Bayana, Ritu Banawat, and former Udaipur councilor Anil Singhal. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani said the state government is in constant touch with the Indian Embassy. The evacuation process will begin as soon as the situation improves, he said. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma appealed to the stranded people to stay in touch with the Indian Embassy. Airlines to operate spl flights to and from Kathmandu With Kathmandus Tribhuvan International Airport opening for operations on Wednesday by 4 pm (IST), the Ministry of Civil Aviation has asked two leading operatorsAir India and IndiGoto operate additional flights from Wednesday night for the next few days. The fares shall be kept at a reasonable level, the ministry has advised. India-Nepal international border along Uttarakhand sealed following fresh disputes, protests in Nepal
Several Rajasthan families among thousands of Indians stranded in Nepal following unrest
JAIPUR:Among the thousands of Indian tourists who remain stranded in Nepal following the violent agitation that broke out on September 8, are several families from Rajasthan. They include the relatives of independent MLA from Bayana, Ritu Banawat, and former Udaipur councilor Anil Singhal. On Wednesday, Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani confirmed that MLA Banawat and her family were stranded in Nepal. He said the state government is making every possible effort for their safe return and is in constant touch with the Indian Embassy. The evacuation process will begin as soon as the situation improves, Devnani assured. Among those in serious trouble is former councillor Anil Singhal and his family, who were on a trip to Nepal along with 35 other tourists from Udaipur district. Singhal said he had travelled from Udaipur to Kathmandu on September 5 to visit the Pashupatinath temple. His return flight to Delhi was scheduled for September 12, but all flights were then cancelled after the violence erupted. The sudden protests had left Singhal and his group stranded in a hotel in Pokhara, nearly 500 km from Kathmandu. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has expressed concern over the safety of Rajasthani citizens stranded in Nepal. He appealed to those affected to stay in touch with the Indian Embassy and make use of the helpline numbers. The state government, he said, is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with the Centre and the Indian Embassy. Indian Aviation ministry asks airlines to operate special flights to and from Kathmandu To assist families back home, the Rajasthan Police has set up a special cell at Police Headquarters in Jaipur under the directions of Director General of Police Rajiv Sharma. A 24x7 Helpline and WhatsApp number have been issued for immediate assistance. Superintendent of Police Govardhanlal Sokaria has been appointed as the in-charge of this cell, with three police officers deployed round the clock. Helpline numbers: 0141-2740832, 0141-2741807 WhatsApp number: 97849-42702 Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has also expressed concern over the Nepal situation. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he urged the state government to act proactively and ensure the safe return of all stranded passengers. The government should make arrangements to bring back those stranded and assure their families that the state is with them in this grave crisis. I also appeal to the Government of India to take urgent steps for their safe return, Gehlot wrote. Meanwhile, domestic and international flights in Nepal remain suspended due to the ongoing unrest, forcing thousands of tourists to remain confined in hotels across various cities. While the Rajasthan government and the Indian Embassy continue their efforts to ensure safe evacuation, the exact number of stranded Rajasthanis has yet to be confirmed. According to reports, the figure could be close to 4,000. Nepal: Army steps in to restore normalcy, Gen Z protestors demand reforms
Central University of Rajasthan breaks into top 100 universities in NIRF rankings
CUoR Vice-Chancellor Anand Bhalerao said in Jaipur that the university had joined the distinguished league of top higher education institutions as a result of its quality-based education, research, and innovation
Jaipur Diary | Gehlots remark on Raje spices up Raj politics!
The desert states politics is sizzling again, stirred by former CM Ashok Gehlot. On a recent trip to Ajmer, Gehlot casually dropped a bomb by claiming, It would have been fun if Vasundhara Raje had become CM. Gehlot went on to call Raje the natural choice of the BJP and sighed that despite her experience, the saffron party didnt give her the throne again. We are also sad about this, he added with his trademark political poker face. The remark came just days after Rajes meeting with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat fuelled speculation in power corridors. Political observers are calling Gehlot the magician. 5 Rajasthani students filmi-style exam journey Who says exams are just about pen, paper and nerves? In Uttarakhand this week, they turned into a full-on adventure thriller! Picture this: cloudbursts, heavy rains, mountains cracking and landslides cutting off entire regions. In the middle of this chaos, five determined students from Rajasthan with one thing on their mind - B.Ed. semester exam at Munsiyari. Most people would have packed their bags but not this fab five. Instead of bowing to natures fury, they put on their metaphorical hiking boots, crossed broken trails, climbed over slippery rocks, and made it to the exam centre. Locals say it was nothing short of a Bollywood entry scene. Pilots birthday bash in Mewar sparks buzz Congress leader Sachin Pilots birthday usually makes headlines, but this year the buzz had a twist. For years, Jaipur was the fixed venue of his grand celebrations but this time, Pilot shifted it to Mewars Chittorgarh. The Tonk MLA has a reputation for never contesting the same place twice - until Tonk. He broke that pattern by winning from there again in 2023. But now, by celebrating in Chittor, hes lit a fresh round of political candlesIs Pilot eyeing Mewar next? Or is it just a birthday outing with a dash of symbolism? In the gossip corridors of Rajasthan politics, this birthday has set off a big buzz about clues and calculations. Rajesh Asnani Our correspondent in Jaipur rajesh.asnani@newindianexpress.com
Two Arrested After Half-Naked Body Of Foreign Woman Found In Gurugram
Two suspects were arrested after a foreign woman was found dead at IMT Chowk on the DelhiJaipur highway. Police are investigating sexual assault and reviewing CCTV footage.
Rajasthan HC stays order quashing sub-inspector recruitment exam
JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court on Monday stayed an order quashing the sub-inspector recruitment exam-2021 owing to allegations of paper leak and involvement of members of Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC). Hearing the appeal filed by Vikram Panwar, a successful selected candidate in the recruitment examination the division bench of Justices Sanjeev Prakash Sharma and Sanjeet Purohit stayed the operation and effect of the order of the single judge's bench of the high court. It was contended before the division bench that there were only few named and identified candidates who leaked the paper and got selected by corrupt means and in case the recruitment is scrapped in entirety, hundreds of candidates who honestly cleared the exam will suffer irreparably. The appellant sought that they be protected against the implementation of the order by interim measure. The single bench had quashed the entire recruitment process on August 28. The RPSC in 2021 advertised 859 posts for sub inspector and platoon commander. Allegations of a paper leak surfaced during the recruitment exam, leading the government to hand over the investigation to the Special Operations Group (SOG) of Rajasthan Police. Over 50 trainee sub-inspectors have been arrested apart from others involved in the paper leak. A state cabinet sub-committee in its report in the high court recommended not to cancel the exam in 2021.
Love jihad, conversions pose threat to security, amity: RSS
JAIPUR: The All-India coordination meeting of the RSS expressed concern over the increasing cases of love jihad and religious conversion, organisations national prachar pramukh Sunil Ambekar told the media in Jodhpur, where the three-day meeting concluded on Sunday. Ambekar said that conversions carried out through force, temptation or deception are unacceptable. Such practices can create unrest in society. This issue is not merely religious but also poses a serious threat to national security and social harmony, he said. He added that the Sangh believes society as a whole must unite to face this challenge, as the struggle against conversion is not only about protecting Hinduism but also about safeguarding Indian culture and national identity. Ambekars remarks come at a time when the Rajasthan government is preparing to introduce a more stringent version of the Rajasthan Unlawful Religious Conversion Prohibition Bill, 2025, in the ongoing assembly session. The Bhajanlal Sharma cabinet has already approved the bill with key amendments, making the proposed law significantly stricter. Under the draft legislation, anyone found guilty of forcible religious conversion could face imprisonment ranging from seven to 14 years and a fine of up to `5 lakh. The bill also stipulates that if a person marries someone of another faith solely for the purpose of conversion, such a marriage will be considered illegal (ab initio void). In cases of mass conversions, the law prescribes life imprisonment and a fine of up to Rs 35 lakh. Organizations found guilty of facilitating such conversions will have their registrations cancelled, and properties used for these activities may be confiscated or demolished after investigation. Interestingly, the new bill also incorporates several provisions from Rajasthans Religious Freedom Bill of 2008, passed twice during the Vasundhara Raje-led BJP government but stalled at the Centre. Although the bill was expected to be tabled on the first day of the monsoon session, no update has been provided so far. Focus on womens mobilisation within organisation The RSS is also planning to focus on womens mobilisation within its organisation and activities. On Saturday, during a discussion on women empowerment, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and Sarkaryawah Dattatreya Hosabale stressed that in the present era, active participation of women is essential in every sphere of life.
Vatika, Jaipur Director of Pakistan Hindu Refugee Relief Program (a program under Global Hindu Foundation US) Rahul C. Sharma visited the distressed Pakistani Hindu migrant family at Vatika , Tonk Road Jaipur. The family of twenty one persons , including nine to ten children migrated from Sindh province of Pakistan and are staying on LTV [] The post PHRR Director Rahul C. Sharma Visits Distressed Pakistani Hindu Migrant Family in Jaipur, Appeals for help appeared first on World Hindu News .
20 custodial deaths reported in Rajasthan in two years; most cases under probe
JAIPUR: Rajasthan has recorded 20 deaths in police custody over the past two years, most of them attributed to deteriorating health conditions. According to official data, five people died of heart attacks, while one person committed suicide by jumping into a well. Investigations into the remaining 14 cases are still pending. So far, no policeman has been found guilty in any of the custodial deaths. However, negligence on the part of sentries on duty has been acknowledged in some cases, leading to 17 CCA notices being issued against two constables. The information came in response to a question raised in the Rajasthan Assembly by senior Congress MLA Rafiq Khan regarding custodial deaths between August 2023 and August 2025. Among the most discussed incidents were the deaths of two bullion traders in Augustone at Kankroli police station in Rajsamand district and another at Rishabhdev police station in Udaipur district. Both had been brought in for questioning on charges of buying stolen jewellery. Activists point out that in many such cases, requests filed under the Right to Information (RTI) are met with evasive responses from police officials, citing faulty cameras, hard disks being full, lack of storage, no backup, or confidentiality concerns. This, they allege, prevents the truth from ever coming out of police lockups. The Supreme Court has repeatedly emphasised that CCTV cameras in police stations are not meant to breach privacy but to ensure fairness and transparency. In 2018, the court directed all states to install functional CCTV systems to prevent human rights violations. Recently, the apex court took suo motu cognisance of non-functional cameras in police stations and directed that a PIL be filed on the matter. Rafeek Khan, the Congress MLA who raised this issue, is hardly satisfied. He asserted,There is no genuine reason in the majority of the cases. Most of the deaths have happened due to police negligence and excessive torture. In the name of action, they have taken action only against only two constables. He also questioned if only constables are in charge of police stations and remarked, No action has been taken against any Dy SP, nor any SHO, nor has any IPS officer been held responsible. What kind of system is this? The responsibility has been put only on the constable, and the matter has been covered up. I will ask a supplementary question on this. Those who are responsible should be punished. This sorry state exists in Rajasthan, although the state's top cop, DGP Rajeev Kumar Sharma, has repeatedly stressed in review meetings that there would be 'zero tolerance for custodial deaths' and all preventive measures must be enforced.
ED conducts searches in Jaipur against history-sheeter in land fraud cases
ED alleged that Gyan Chand Agarwal collected money from potential investors and corporates in the name of selling land parcels, but either failed to transfer the land or sold the same parcels to multiple buyers using forged documents
Rajasthan: Building collapse in Jaipurs Subhash Chowk kills 2, injures several
Two killed as dilapidated house collapses owing to rain in Jaipur
Congress MLA Amin Kagzi said he wrote to the municipal corporation two-and-a-half months ago seeking identification and demolition of such unsafe buildings before the monsoon
Man, daughter killed after portion of dilapidated house collapses in Jaipur due to rain
JAIPUR: A man and his daughter were killed and five people were injured when a portion of a dilapidated house collapsed in the walled city area here, officials said on Saturday. The incident took place in the Subhash Chowk area. The deceased were identified as Prabhat (35), a native of West Bengal who worked at a local jewellery factory, and his daughter Pihu (5), the officials said. Deputy Controller of Civil Defence, Jaipur, Amit Sharma said seven people were trapped under the rubble. While two of them died, five were rescued and shifted to SMS Hospital. It was a very old house and 18-19 people were living there. A portion of the house collapsed due to dampness caused by rain. The rescue operation lasted about six hours, Sharma said. The injured are out of danger, said SMS Hospital Trauma Centre in-charge Dr Anurag Dhakad. Sanjay, who lived in the house that collapsed, said, At night, there was a loud sound, as if lightning had struck. Later we realised that the rear part of the house had collapsed. We heard a woman crying for help from inside. Congress MLA from Kishanpole, Amin Kagzi, who visited the site, said he wrote to the municipal corporation two-and-a-half months ago seeking identification and demolition of such unsafe buildings before the monsoon. Every year such accidents occur in the old city. People must also understand that living in dilapidated houses puts lives at risk. Daily wage earners often seek cheap housing, but safety cannot be compromised, he said.
IndiGo leaves 30 Army officers baggage behind at Jaipur
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The average cancer incidence in the State is estimated at 134.57 cases per one lakh population, which is significantly above Indias national average of 113 cases
Accused in farmers' murder arrested, properties demolished amid tension in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: In the case of farmer Khet Singhs murder , who was opposing illegal poaching and was later killed by hunters in Dangri village, the administration took stern action on Thursday night by demolishing the illegal properties of three accused. According to police, a few days ago Khet Singh tried to stop hunters from killing deer. On Wednesday night, the accused allegedly attacked him with sharp weapons while he was sleeping in his field. He succumbed to his injuries on Thursday morning, triggering tension across the village and nearby areas. Villagers initially refused to cremate the body, demanding strict action against the culprits. Protests turned violent, with mobs torching shops, vehicles, and even a dumper belonging to the accuseds family. Police used lathicharge and tear gas to disperse the crowd, during which several policemen were injured in stone pelting. Over two dozen protesters were detained. District SP Abhishek Shivhare confirmed that three accusedLadu Khan, Alam Khan, and Khete Khanwere arrested and their vehicle seized. He said the murder was primarily motivated by Khet Singhs opposition to hunting. On Friday, following prolonged negotiations, authorities demolished five illegal shops linked to the accused and removed fencing from 150 bigha of encroached government land they had been cultivating. Only after these measures did villagers agree to conduct the cremation. Khet Singhs last rites were performed around noon under heavy police security. The incident has also taken a political turn. Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has demanded strict action against the culprits, while former Congress minister Saleh Mohammad alleged in the Rajasthan Assembly that a particular community was being unfairly targeted in the aftermath of the killing. Heavy police deployment continues in Dangri, with officials maintaining strict vigil as tension remains high in the area.
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Major RSS Meet in Jodhpur from September 5, 320 delegates to Participate, including chief Bhagwat
JAIPUR: The top brass of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has gathered in Rajasthan's Jodhpur for the All India Coordination Meeting of the organisation, which will be held from 5 to 7 September at the Lalsagar area of the city. A total of 320 delegates from 32 organisations are expected to participate in the three-day mega meeting, which will take place in the presence of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, who has already reached the city. On Thursday, RSSs All India publicity chief Sunil Ambekar briefed the media about the event, outlining five key themes for discussion: social harmony, Kutumb Prabodhan (strengthening family values and building ideal families), an environment-friendly lifestyle, self-based development (covering self-language, self-dress and self-reliance), and the observance of civic duties. Ambekar clarified that senior functionaries of all 32 Sangh-inspired organisations, including the Bharatiya Janata Party and Vishwa Hindu Parishad, will attend. These also include the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, Vidya Bharati, Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad, Swadeshi Jagran Manch, Sanskar Bharati and Seva Bharati. He added that the RSS will mark its centenary year in 202526, with the organisation completing 100 years on Vijayadashami (2 October). To commemorate the occasion, large-scale events are planned across the country, with a special programme scheduled in Nagpur. The coordination meeting has drawn attention as it comes just before the election of the BJP president. Political observers see the timing as significant, though Ambekar stressed that the RSS event will not deliberate on the BJPs internal matters. The BJP is capable of deciding its own leadership, he said. Speculation in political circles has also been fuelled by former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Rajes meeting with Mohan Bhagwat in Jodhpur on Wednesday. The two leaders allegedly spoke for around 20 minutes at the Adarsh Defence and Sports Academy campus, where Bhagwat is staying. Though no details were disclosed, the meeting has led to conjecture about possible changes in the BJPs state and national leadership. The RSS leadership began arriving in Jodhpur on Tuesday. Along with Bhagwat, Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale and co-Sarkaryavahs Krishna Gopal, C.R. Mukunda, Arun Kumar, Ramdutt Chakradhar, Alok Kumar and Atul Limaye are present at the venue. Senior functionary Manmohan Vaidya and several other national office-bearers have also joined. In anticipation of the gathering, the Jodhpur Police Commissionerate has banned the flying of drones in the city from Monday morning until further orders. Security has been tightened at the meeting site and other sensitive areas, with officials saying the city remains on high alert. Preparatory meetings have been underway since 1 September. The formal deliberations will take place from 5 to 7 September, while Bhagwats stay in Jodhpur will continue until 9 September. During this period, several smaller consultations are scheduled, and political leaders from Rajasthan are also expected to attend, adding further weight to the event.
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Vasundhara Raje meets Bhagwat before RSS conclave
JAIPUR: The three-day RSS national coordination meeting kicks off in Jodhpur from September 5 amid speculation sparked by the former Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje meeting RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Wednesday morning. The 20-minute meeting took place at the Adarsh Defence and Sports Academy in Lal Sagar, where Bhagwat is staying. Although the details of the meeting were not disclosed, it is believed that discussions touched on possible changes within BJP organisation in Rajasthan and the partys national leadership. The organisers are busy with last-minute preparations for the Sangh event, with around 300 senior office-bearers from 32 RSS-linked organisations expected to participate in the three-day event, which will focus on issues of national unity, security, and social change. Officials from across the country will begin arriving in Jodhpur from Wednesday night. The RSS leadership is already in the city. The team includes Mohan Bhagwat, Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale, and co-Sarkaryavahs Krishna Gopal, CR Mukunda, Arun Kumar, Ramdutt Chakradhar, Alok Kumar, and Atul Limaye. Senior functionary Manmohan Vaidya and several other national officials. In anticipation of the gathering, the Jodhpur Police Commissionerate has banned the flying of drones in the city from Monday morning until further notice. Security has been tightened around the meeting site and at other sensitive locations, with police officials saying that the city is on high alert. The agenda for the coordination meeting includes national security, shifting social equations, religious demography, and the RSSs centenary-year programs. Economic concerns, the situation at Indias borders, the Swavalamban Abhiyan, and the issue of illegal migration are also expected to come up for discussion. According to sources, demographic issues raised by PM Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech may also be debated. Preparatory meetings have been underway since September 1 to set the stage for the main sessions. The formal deliberations will run from September 5 to 7, after which Bhagwat will remain in Jodhpur until September 9. During this time, several smaller meetings are scheduled, and leaders associated with Rajasthan politics are also likely to attend, giving the event added political significance in the state. Rajasthan passes coaching regulation bill amid oppn To curb irregularities in the coaching sector and address the alarming number of student suicides in Kota, the Rajasthan Assembly passed the Rajasthan Coaching Institute Controlled and Regulation Bill, 2025, amid uproar from the opposition. The bill aims to ensure accountability in the coaching industry. Under the new law, coaching centres with more than 100 students must register with authorities.
Rajasthan Assembly passes coaching regulation bill amid uproar; Opposition terms it inadequate
JAIPUR: In a bid to curb irregularities in the coaching sector and address the rising number of student suicides in Kota, the Rajasthan Assembly on Wednesday passed the Rajasthan Coaching Institute (Control and Regulation) Bill, 2025, amid uproar from the Opposition. The legislation aims to bring greater accountability to the coaching industry and reduce the burden on students. Under the new law, coaching centres with an enrolment of more than 100 students will be required to register with the authorities. Institutes will no longer be allowed to collect the entire course fee in advance, and both tuition and hostel charges must be refunded if a student discontinues studies. Violations will attract a fine of Rs 50,000 for the first offence and Rs 2 lakh for subsequent offences. The legislation also includes provisions for cancellation of registration and confiscation of property in cases where institutes levy arbitrary fees. The move comes at a time when Kota, once hailed as the coaching capital of the country has gained notoriety as Suicide City. In 2025 so far, 15 students have died by suicide, compared to 17 in 2024 and 26 in 2023. Annual enrolment figures have plummeted from 22.5 lakh students to around one lakh, impacting the citys hostels, paying guest accommodations, transport services, and local businesses. The Opposition Congress, however, dismissed the bill as inadequate and demanded that it be referred to a Select Committee. Party leaders argued that while the legislation acknowledges the crisis, it falls short of addressing the psychological stress and mental health challenges faced by students. Senior Congress leader Shanti Dhariwal, who hails from Kota said, Student suicides have only increased over the past decade. The government claims it is addressing the issue, but the bill includes no substantial measures to reduce mental pressure on children, he said. Congress MLA Harish Chaudhary added: While everyone is concerned about the Rs 12,50025,000 crore coaching industry, who is concerned about the students? Coaching centres do not inform aspirants that attending classes does not guarantee a government job. Former minister Dr. Subhash Garg pointed out that the bill remains silent on hostel regulation. Separate rules should govern hostels run by societies and those operated privately. The legislation also fails to address the misuse of the NOC (No Objection Certificate) system, he noted. The debate saw heated scenes in the House, with slogan-shouting and verbal duels between Treasury and Opposition benches. Tensions escalated when Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma allegedly moved aggressively towards Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully with raised arms, before being restrained by fellow ministers. Despite the ruckus, the bill was passed by a voice vote.
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JAIPUR: The artificial rain experiment at the Ramgarh Dam in Jaipur has been declared successful by the Rajasthan government. The Excel-1 Company has reportedly carried out the operation with the Hydrotrace platform and indigenous drones, in collaboration with GenXAI. According to officials, the pilot project deployed 'Make in India' drones, which were integrated with Hydrotraces advanced climate science and AI-based seeding modules. Officials claim that the cloud-seeding operation, conducted at 8:30 am with two drones, showed measurable results. Post-seeding analysis confirmed changes in cloud microphysics, including increased droplet size and concentration, followed by rainfall. While the estimated rainfall was 0.6 mm, the actual measurement stood at around 0.8 mm. Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirori Lal Meena has hailed the experiment as a breakthrough in water management and climate resilience. He claims it is a major milestone in Indias self-reliance drive and asserted that such innovations would help strengthen the states fight against drought and water scarcity. Despite the claims, the experiment has sparked a debate. Critics argue that the project had failed on multiple occasions earlier and have raised doubts about the credibility of the so-called success of this novel experiment. Critics also question the timing and have pointed out that rainfall this season has already been above normal. Particularly in the last few days, several parts of Rajasthan, including Jaipur, have been receiving heavy rains and critics wonder why artificial rain efforts were made at a time when the region is getting natural showers in abundance.
Spains Lorenia Ruiz, centre, with other participants
Spains Lorenia Ruiz, centre, with other participants after she was crowned as the Miss Teen International 2025, in Jaipur, on Monday. (PTI)
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Delhi Airport records 244% surge in international transfers in two years
NEW DELHI: The Indira Gandhi International Airport has emerged as a preferred transit hub, recording a 244% surge in international to international transfers. The airport has recorded 13.4 lakh transfers for the financial year ending 2025 as compared to 3.88 lakh of fiscal 2023, reveals data released by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Sharing details, airport operator GMR Aero said in a release, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), is marking its arrival as one of the worlds fastest-growing transit hubs. The airport is the best directly connected airport to North America and Europe in South and Southeast Asia, offering unmatched global accessibility for passengers travelling through or to India, it pointed out. This strategic connectivity, paired with robust infrastructure and transit-friendly services, is propelling Delhis stature as the preferred international layover airport in the region. Delhi Airports strategic location in the EastWest corridor positions it as a pivotal gateway for international connectivity. Early successes, such as the Central AsiaThailand route, underscore the airports growing role in facilitating seamless transfers across regions, it pointed out. With Air India and IndiGo preparing to expand operations and introduce additional wide-body aircraft, the potential for new routes and enhanced connectivity is set to accelerate. The exponential growth of 244% in International-to-International transfers at Delhi Airport is a strong testament to our emergence as a global transit hub. This achievement is the result of our focused efforts and commitment to providing seamless connectivity, best-in-class infrastructure, and a world-class passenger experience. Aligned with the Government of India's strategic vision to position Delhi as a leading international transit gateway, we have been continuously working to build a hub that connects continents. We are proud to contribute to this national goal and remain committed to providing a seamless and enriching experience for every transiting passenger, said CEO DIAL Videh Kumar Jaipuriar. This phenomenal spike in I-I transfers far outpaces the overall transfer traffic growth, making Delhi a preferred hub for connecting long-haul routes. The total overall transfers rose from 15.6 million in FY23 to 20.3 million in FY25, a 30.6% rise, the release added.
After SI recruitment scrapped, 23 gets bail in peper leak case; RPSC member Manju Sharma resigns
JAIPUR: A day after the Rajasthan High Court scrapped the Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment-2021, the court on Monday granted bail to 23 accused individuals, including former RPSC member Ramuram Raika, in connection with the exam paper leak case. The accused who secured bail include trainee SIs, dummy candidates, handlers, and paper buyers. However, the bail pleas of 29 others were rejected. The SI recruitment exam, conducted for 859 posts, was canceled by the High Court on August 28 after it was revealed that several trainee SIs were involved in the leak. Appearing for Raika, senior advocate Vivek Raj Bajwa argued that his client had already spent a considerable amount of time in custody and that the charge sheet in the case had been filed. He further contended that since the Supreme Court had granted bail to co-accused individuals in the same case, Raika too deserved similar relief. Those granted bail include trainee SIs Santosh, Indubala, Vimala, Monica, Manisha Sihag, and Varsha; dummy candidate Indra; Chammi Bai; handler Sunil Kumar Beniwal; Lokesh Sharma; Arun Sharma; and Kamlesh Dhaka. Others who secured bail are Jairaj Singh, accused of using Bluetooth to cheat; photocopy operator Mahendra Kumar; Rajendra Kumar Yadav; Shyampratap Singh; Shaitanaram; Arun Kumar Prajapat; Mahendra Kumar; Deepak Rahd; Buddhisagar Upadhyay; and Shravanram, father of trainee SI Chanchal. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) member and poet Kumar Vishwass wife, Dr. Manju Sharma, resigned from her post following the High Courts observations in the SI recruitment case. In her resignation letter to Governor Haribhau Bagde, Sharma stated that she had always conducted her personal and professional life with transparency and integrity, but the recent controversy had tarnished both her reputation and the dignity of the commission. She clarified that no investigation was pending against her in any police station or agency, nor had she ever been named an accused. Still, being always in favor of purity in public life, and considering the dignity, impartiality, and transparency of the Commission as paramount, I am voluntarily resigning from the post of Member of RPSC, she wrote. Dr. Sharma was appointed as an RPSC member by the Congress government in October 2020. Her tenure was originally set to continue until October 14, 2026. Prior to joining the Commission, she served as an Assistant Professor at Bharatpur Government College.
Rajasthan Assembly witnesses uproar as Congress protest against alleged discrepancies in voter list
JAIPUR: The monsoon session of the Rajasthan Assembly began on Monday with uproarious scenes as Congress MLAs entered the House wearing white T-shirts emblazoned with the slogan Vote chor, gaddi chhod (vote thief, vacate the chair). As soon as the proceedings commenced, the opposition members raised slogans against the BJP, accusing it of clinging to power through electoral malpractice. The protest echoed Congress leader Rahul Gandhis earlier campaign line in Bihar, where he had repeatedly accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP of stealing votes to form governments . A video circulating on social media showed senior leaders, including Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully, Sachin Pilot, Harish Chaudhary and Rafiq Khan, marching together from MLA residence to the Assembly premises in protest T-shirts while shouting slogans, holding placards in their hand. Outside the Assembly, LoP Jully sharpened his attack on the ruling party, alleging, The Bharatiya Janata Party has stolen votes in both the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. Even the Jaipur Rural seat was won through rigging. The commotion prompted Speaker Vasudev Devnani to repeatedly urge the opposition legislators to maintain calm and respect the dignity of the House. Expressing his displeasure, he warned, This is not a marketplace or a crossroad. Such behavior cannot be allowed here. Turning to LoP Jully, he added, As Leader of Opposition, you should uphold the dignity of the House. What kind of words are you using? On the other hand, BJP also raised counter-slogans against Rahul Gandhi and the Congress, accusing them of using abusive language. Amid the ruckus, the House managed to take up only selective business. A Bill and the Select Committee report on the Coaching Centre Regulation were presented. Tributes were also paid to 10 leaders, including former Governor Satya Pal Malik. Thereafter, the session was adjourned until Wednesday, with Tuesday declared a holiday. The dramatic protests and disruptions on the opening day signaled a stormy monsoon session ahead, with the Congress expected to continue its aggressive stance against the BJP.
Parts of Rajasthan get heavy showers, two killed in rain-related incidents
JAIPUR: Two people were killed after being struck by lightning and another person was swept away by strong currents of a river as many parts of Rajasthan, including state capital Jaipur, received rains, officials said. According to Met department, Jalore on Sunday recorded the highest rainfall at 118.5 mm during the day, followed by Pilani with 51.2 mm, Sangaria in Hanumangarh with 24 mm, Lunkaransar in Bikaner with 23.5 mm and Vanasthali in Tonk with 21 mm. Several districts, including Jaipur, Hanumangarh, Sri Ganganagar, Sawai Madhopur and Dausa, received light to moderate rainfall on Sunday. In Sawai Madhopur, a girl died and seven others were injured after lightning struck a house on Saturday. Another youth was killed in Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh after being struck by lightning on Sunday, while in Dausa's Sikandra, a woman and a girl sustained burn injuries in a similar incident. Uttarakhand reels under heavy rains as highways blocked, swollen rivers submerge towns In Sirohi district, five youths who had entered the Banas river to take bath were swept away by the strong current. Four of them were rescued safely, while one remained missing, police said. A department official said a circulation system is currently lying over northwest Rajasthan while the monsoon trough line is passing through its normal position and remains active. The monsoon will remain active over parts of eastern Rajasthan for the next five to six days and moderate to heavy rainfall is likely in most areas and heavy rains at isolated places. Western Rajasthan, particularly Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions, may also receive moderate to heavy rainfall at several places over the next two to three days, the official said. 11, including 5 children, dead as heavy rains trigger cloudburst, landslide in J&K | Video
Dhankhar seeks Rajasthan MLA pension after VP resignation
JAIPUR : Barely a month after resigning as Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar has applied for a pension as a former member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. Dhankhar, who represented the Kishangarh constituency in Ajmer district from 1993 to 1998 as a Congress MLA, has submitted his request to the Rajasthan Assembly Secretariat in Jaipur. If approved, he will receive a monthly pension of `42,000, along with other benefits available to former legislators in the state At 74, he joined the BJP in 2003 and had been receiving the MLA pension until 2019 when he was appointed Governor of West Bengal. After stepping down as Vice President in July citing health reasons, Dhankhar has largely stayed out of the public eye. Opposition questioned his resignation, but home minister Amit Shah said it was due to health reasons. Dhankhars political journey spans decades, and his pension application is under review.
Jagdeep Dhankhar applies for pension as former MLA after resigning as Vice President
JAIPUR: Barely a month after resigning as Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar has submitted an application to claim pension as a former member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. Dhankhar had represented the Kishangarh constituency in Ajmer district as a Congress MLA from 1993 to 1998. Sources have confirmed that the Rajasthan Assembly Secretariat in Jaipur has begun reviewing his request. If approved, Dhankhar will start receiving a monthly pension of 42,000 along with other benefits available to all former legislators in the state. 74-year-old Dhankhar, who joined the BJP in 2003, was receiving an MLAs pension until 2019 when he was appointed Governor of West Bengal, eventually becoming Vice President. Citing health reasons, Dhankhar had quit as Vice President on July 21. According to officials, the Rajasthan Assembly Secretariat has begun processing his pension request. Since resigning as Vice President, Dhankhar has largely stayed away from public life, prompting speculation in political circles ahead of the monsoon session of Parliament. Opposition parties have repeatedly raised questions about his sudden resignation and absence, while former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has sought clarity, citing Dhankhars connection to the state. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, however, clarified that Dhankhar stepped down due to health reasons and dismissed opposition allegations as baseless. Dhankhars political career spans several decades and diverse roles. He served as a Janata Dal MP from Jhunjhunu from 1989 to 1991 and was Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs in the Chandrashekhar government. In 1993, he was elected as a Congress MLA from Kishangarh. Later, he served as Governor of West Bengal from 2019 to 2022 before becoming Vice President of India, a position he held from 2022 until his resignation in 2025. The Assembly Secretariat is examining Dhankhars pension application according to state rules. Former legislators are entitled to pensions and other facilities based on their tenure. In Dhankhars case, his five-year service makes him eligible for a monthly pension of 42,000, along with medical coverage, travel allowances, and other entitlements. An official from the Vidhan Sabha, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, This is a routine process. Former MLAs and MPs are entitled to pensions, but it is suspended while they hold a position of profit. After vacating such posts, formalities must be completed to resume the pension. In addition to the pension, former MLAs in Rajasthan receive free medical treatment for themselves and their families, allowances for official or assembly-related travel, and participation in Assembly-organised programmes. Dhankhars application has reignited discussion in political circles, with observers viewing it as another chapter in his long political journey. The Assembly Secretariat is expected to announce a decision on the matter soon.
Womens Safety Report : Fear runs deeper than nos
NEW DELHI: The NARI 2025 National Annual Report and Index on Womens Safety, released by the National Commission for Women, offers the telling reality of the urban safety landscape. The survey covered 12,770 women across 31 cities and yielded a national safety score of 65%, which implies that four in 10 women (40%) consider themselves unsafe despite government assurances. Around 60% of women reported feeling safe, while 40% admitted they felt not-so-safe or outright unsafe. The anxieties deepen among younger women: while public harassment was reported by 7% of all respondents in 2024, the figure rose to 14% for those under 24, indicating that students and young professionals are disproportionately targeted in educational and recreational spaces. The report shows low levels of faith in redressal mechanism. Only one in three victims of harassment filed a formal complaint, and confidence in the system is strikingly weak: 75% of women said they did not believe authorities would resolve their complaints. Even when incidents are reported, only 22% are formally registered, and action is taken in a mere 16% of those cases, highlighting a pervasive cycle of silence. Harassment hotspots reveal vulnerabilities, with 38% of cases occurring within neighbourhoods and 29% in public transport systems. Workplace safety presents a paradoxical picture. A large majority91%described their office environment as safe, but nearly half of the respondents admitted they were unaware whether their organisation had implemented the mandated Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) mechanism. Among those who were aware, most found it effective, suggesting that awareness is as critical as legislation itself. The report stresses that womens safety cannot be reduced to physical protection alone but must include psychological, financial, and digital security that collectively shape womens access to mobility, opportunity, and dignity. It frames safety as a developmental issue rather than a law-and-order question. The sense of safety also varies with time and place. Women reported relative comfort in offices and campuses during the day, but confidence collapsed after dark, where poor street lighting and unreliable public transport left them exposed. City-level disparities are equally stark: Kohima, Visakhapatnam, and Bhubaneswar topped the index, followed closely by Aizawl, Gangtok, Itanagar, and Mumbai, where women expressed relatively higher perceptions of safety. In contrast, Patna, Jaipur, Faridabad, Delhi, Kolkata, Srinagar, and Ranchi occupied the bottom ranks. Ranchi recorded 44% feeling unsafe, while in Delhi and Faridabad the figure was around 42%. The numbers show a fractured urban landscape where geography shapes womens fears as much as governance.
Mumbai, Kohima Safest For Women; Patna, Jaipur, Delhi Least Safe: Report
Kohima, Bhubaneswar, and Mumbai have emerged as the safest cities in the country for women, while Kolkata, Srinagar and Ranchi were ranked the lowest, according to the National Annual Report & Index on Women's Safety 2025.'
Mumbai, Kohima safest for women; Patna, Jaipur, Delhi least safe: NARI report
The nationwide index released based on a survey of 12,770 women across 31 cities, placed the national safety score at 65%, categorising cities as much above, above, below or much below this benchmark
Rajasthan HC cancels controversial 2021 SI recruitment exam after paper leak scandal
JAIPUR: The much-debated Rajasthan Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Examination 2021 has finally been cancelled by the Rajasthan High Court. A single bench of Justice Sameer Jain delivered the verdict today after a prolonged hearing. Held from September 13 to 15, 2021, the recruitment exam saw over 7.97 lakh candidates compete for 859 posts. The controversy erupted in February 2024 when the paper leak scandal came to light, triggering political uproar. The exam soon became a major issue in the 2023 assembly elections, with the BJP promising an SIT probe if voted to power. After forming the government, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) under senior IPS officer V.K. Singh to investigate the scandal. The SIT, led by the Special Operations Group (SOG), uncovered how the SI exam paper was leaked from Jaipur and later distributed to candidates by the paper mafia for sums ranging between Rs 1520 lakh. Over 53 trainee sub-inspectors were arrested in phases about 30 of whom are now out on bail. Most have since been dismissed from service, even though many had already completed training and were posted in the field. In total, the SOG has arrested around 125 people, including paper mafia brokers, candidates who purchased the leaked paper, and senior officials of RPSC. Among those implicated are former RPSC member Ramu Ram Raika, who, along with his son and daughter, allegedly received the leaked paper from then-RPSC member Babulal Katara a week before the exam. Both Raika and Katara, along with their associates, were later arrested. Despite these revelations, the SOGs recommendation to cancel the recruitment was overruled last month by the state government. Advocate General Rajendra Prasad had informed the High Court that a Cabinet Sub-Committee reviewed the case and advised against cancellation, with the Chief Ministers Office approving the recommendation. However, the High Court, after examining the evidence and hearing arguments, has now ordered the recruitment to be cancelled. The ruling has once again brought the spotlight to the integrity of recruitment exams in Rajasthan. With thousands of candidates futures hanging in the balance, the cancellation is likely to stir political debate afresh. Timeline Rajasthan Police SI Recruitment Paper Leak Case September 1315, 2021 Rajasthan Police SI recruitment exam conducted; 7.97 lakh candidates appear for 859 posts. February 2024 Paper leak scandal surfaces, sparking political uproar. FebruaryJune 2024 SOG begins arrests; 106 accused held so far, including 53 trainee SIs (around 30 later granted bail). September 2024 Former RPSC member Ramu Ram Raika arrested; SOG also detains five trainee sub-inspectors, including Raikas son Devesh Raika and daughter Shobha Raika. September 2024 SOG arrests suspended RPSC member Babulal Katara, who had earlier been arrested in the case in 2023. June 5, 2025 SOG detains former minister Mahendrajit Singh Malviyas personal secretary Kundan Kumar Pandey. Mid-2025 SOG ADG V.K. Singh recommends cancellation of the recruitment; four investigating agencies also advise scrapping the process. July 2025 Bhajan Lal government tells the Rajasthan High Court it will not cancel the recruitment; Cabinet Sub-Committee and CMs Office approve continuation. July 2025 SOG arrests Ajay Pratap Singh Rathore, son of the driver of ex-RPSC member Babulal Katara. July 2025 SOG arrests the nephew of former RPSC member Babulal Katara. August 9, 2025 Former CM Ashok Gehlots PSO Rajkumar Yadav and his son Bharat Yadav arrested for allegedly obtaining the leaked paper; both remanded till August 12. August 28, 2025 Rajasthan High Court cancels the SI recruitment exam.
Diaspora reframed in Jaipur | Rajiv Menons Non-Residency at Jaipur Centre for Art
At Jaipurs City Palace, Rajiv Menons Non-Residency seeks to fill the narrative gap between India and its migr artists
Jaipur Diary: Fertiliser crisis or political harvest?
Fertiliser crisis or political harvest? Whether or not the crops in Rajasthan get fertilisers on time this sowing season, one thing is certain: the fertiliser shortage has ripened a bumper crop of politics. From Bharatpur to Barmer, angry farmers are seen standing in long queues. This has ignited a new war of words between Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and his predecessor, Ashok . In a social media strike, Gehlot accused the double-engine government of failing farmers, even in Bharatpur, the CMs district. Sharma dismissed the charge. The shortage is not new. Rajasthan faces it every year, but the face-off between two heavyweights has turned it into a political hot potato. Price of a slip of tongue in the world of politics In politics, over-enthusiasm is as dangerous as silence. BJP MLA Nauksham Chaudhary has just proved it. The first-time legislator from Kamanin Deeg district stirred a storm by claiming that the BJP has installed its own party chief by removing Congress chiefs. The remark handed the opposition a golden chance. Congress pounced, with PCC Chief Govind Singh Dotasara posted the video on X and wrote, How the BJP murders democracy by misusing power. Just listen to what their own MLA says. The BJP scrambled to control the damage and distanced itself from Chaudharys words. Will the party initiate action against him? Power of Cabinet expansion gossip Ever since the new government took charge in Rajasthan, whispers of the cabinet expansion just dont die down. The buzz gets the loudest before assembly sessions. Political watchers explain why. The formula is simple: drop hints of expansion, let MLAs dream of ministerial chairs, and suddenly everyone falls in line with discipline. Whod dare rebel and forego a possible chance of ministership? Moreover, frustration simmers as the bureaucracy appears to call the shots, and BJP legislators face more neglect now than they did under the Congress. But hope acts as a restraint. In a state where a first-time MLA became CM, who wouldnt keep their eyes on the Cabinet? Rajesh Asnani Our correspondent in Jaipur rajesh.asnani@newindianexpress.com
Jaipur Jewellery Export Stops As Tariffs Kick In, Pieces Gather Dust In US
Worried murmurs fill the air of the winding by-lanes of Jaipur's jewellery market as the 50 per cent tariff of US President Donald Trump comes into force
Om Birla urges swift relief as heavy rains wreak havoc across Rajasthan
JAIPUR: As heavy rains and flood-like conditions persist in several parts of Rajasthan, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday said that providing maximum relief to the affected people should be the administrations top priority. Chairing a review meeting on relief and disaster management with officials of Kota and Bundi districts at the Collectorate auditorium, Birla issued strict directions that no negligence or lapses in the survey of damage would be tolerated. The Speaker who is the Lok sabha MP from Kota asserted, I have personally visited the affected areas and seen the situation. Many families have lost everything. Relief must be provided with both speed and sensitivity. Birla directed officials to conduct damage assessments of houses, livestock, and crops with complete honesty and ensure that all eligible families receive assistance as per the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) norms. He also instructed that affected families should not be asked to produce house leases while applying for relief, as no such provision exists in the guidelines. Special care should be taken so that families whose houses have been damaged get maximum help, including compensation for loss of utensils and clothes, he said. The Agriculture Department reported that soybean and urad crops have suffered extensive losses due to excessive rainfall. Birla asked officials to prioritize compensation for small and marginal farmers and ordered that road repairs be started immediately, along with checking the drainage system and restoring electricity and water supply in affected areas. Rajasthan has witnessed continuous heavy rainfall over the past few days, leading to severe disruption of normal life. According to the Meteorological Department, very heavy rains were recorded in Kota, Jaipur, Bharatpur division, Shekhawati region, Bikaner, and parts of Ajmer division. An orange alert has been issued for Chittorgarh, Dungarpur, Pratapgarh, Rajsamand, Sikar, Jalore, and Pali, while a red alert has been sounded in Sirohi and Udaipur districts.
JAIPUR: Rajasthan has become the first state in the country to issue detailed guidelines for the systematic management of stray dogs, following the Supreme Courts directive. The Department of Local Self Government has directed all municipal corporations, councils, and municipalities to ensure strict compliance with the Stray Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules, 2023. Under the new guidelines, designated feeding spots for stray dogs will be identified in every ward and locality. Civic bodies have been instructed to coordinate with resident welfare associations and animal welfare organisations to determine these spots. Even in cases of rabies, food and water must be provided at these feeding points. Rajasthan is the first state in the country to issue such comprehensive orders, striking a balance between public safety and animal welfare after the Supreme Court verdict, said Ravi Jain, Secretary, Department of Local Self Government. All civic bodies are required to submit compliance reports to the state government within 30 days. Feeding places will be determined according to the number of stray dogs in each street, ward, or area. Boards must be put up at every feeding point, and the sites must be clearly marked. Municipal bodies will identify, construct, and repair sterilisation centres where sterilisation, vaccination, and deworming facilities will be provided. Only trained employees will be permitted to catch stray dogs, using nets or by hand. The use of tongs, wires, snares, or forceful methods has been completely prohibited. Puppies below six months of age and lactating female dogs with puppies will not be captured. SC bars feeding of stray dogs on streets, asks civic bodies to create dedicated spaces for it NGOs recognised by the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) will receive 200 for catching a stray dog and 1,450 for sterilisation, feeding, and post-operative care. A monitoring committee will be formed in every municipal body to review sterilisation, vaccination, and release programmes. Each committee must include at least one animal welfare worker. Sick and injured dogs must be treated, and sterilisation will only be carried out after their recovery. Suspected rabid dogs will be quarantined under veterinary supervision, while only dogs with repeated bite history will be handed over to registered animal welfare organisations. Non-aggressive or rabies-free dogs must be released back into their original areas after sterilisation and vaccination. Teams catching stray dogs must include a municipal van driver, two trained employees, and a representative of the animal welfare committee. All members must carry ID cards. Local residents must be informed before any catching operation. Municipal bodies must maintain detailed records, including sterilisation, vaccination, feeding, treatment, medicine, mortality, equipment lists, logbooks, staff attendance, and 30 days of CCTV footage from sterilisation centres. Installation of CCTV cameras has been made mandatory in operation theatres and ABC centres to ensure transparency in medical procedures. The order also makes it mandatory for all sterilised dogs to be tagged, vaccinated, and released in the same locality they were captured from, ensuring the balance of dog populations in neighbourhoods.
Jaipur traders express concern over Trump tariffs, say 'cannot sustain without US market'
The US tariffs on Indian imports have sparked concerns in Jaipur, particularly among gems, jewellery, and garment traders. Raju Mangodiwala, president of the Jaipur Jewellery Association, anticipates a significant impact on their sector, with trade to the US worth Rs 11 to 12 lakh crores.
CM calls for collective efforts to achieve Developed Rajasthan-2047 goals
held marathon meetings with the BJP MPs, MLAs, party office-bearers and the BJP candidates in the 2023 Assembly election at his official residence in Jaipur for two days
RPSC paper leak mastermind dies under suspicious circumstances, family alleges murder
JAIPUR: Amrit Lal Meena, the alleged mastermind behind the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) paper leak scandal, has died under suspicious circumstances in Varanasi. The 56-year-old, a resident of Karauli district, was admitted to a private hospital in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, from 21 to 23 August. On 24 August, he was referred to Jaipur for further treatment and was being shifted on a ventilator. However, he suddenly died en route to Agra. His body was subsequently taken to the district hospital in Hindaun City, where a post-mortem was conducted before being handed over to the family. Rajasthan government set to restructure RPSC to prevent paper leaks The family has alleged that Amrit Lal was poisoned and murdered in Varanasi. A complaint has been lodged at Nadauti police station, following which a zero FIR was registered and forwarded to Sigra police station in Varanasi for investigation. Sources claim that the family was informed of Amrit Lals hospitalisation by a man named RK Singh Bihari from Varanasi. However, upon their arrival in the city on Sunday, RK Singhs phone was found to be switched off. It is alleged that he, too, was involved in the paper leak racket. A former government college lecturer, Amrit Lal was a key accused in the 2013 Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) exam paper leak case. Investigations revealed that out of the top 50 candidates in the RAS-2013 merit list, 32 hailed from his areanearly 20 of whom were his own family members or relatives. Following these revelations, the RPSC sent a confidential note to the Special Operations Group (SOG), which went on to expose the entire racket involving the leaking and sale of competitive exam papers. It was alleged that Amrit Lal and his network charged 30 lakh per candidate to guarantee success in both prelims and mains exams. The SOG had also arrested Sanjeev and Hansraj Meena in connection with the scam. Amrit Lal reportedly provided leaked papers free of charge to at least five of his relatives. With Amrit Lal's sudden and suspicious death, the already controversial RPSC paper leak case has taken a darker and more complex turn.
A Jaipur family court granted a 67-year-old retired government officer a divorce after 43 years of marriage, citing mental cruelty due to his wife's constant suspicion and character assassination. The husband alleged his wife denied him access to the AC room, made accusations against his character, and criticized their living conditions.
IAF to bid farewell to iconic MiG-21 on September 26; Air Chief pays tribute with solo sortie
JAIPUR: The iconic MiG-21 fighter aircraft, once hailed as the pride of the Indian Air Force (IAF) and a trusted guardian of Indias skies for over six decades, is set to retire from operational service on 26 September 2025. Ahead of this historic farewell, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh paid a personal tribute to the jet by flying a solo sortie from the Nal Airbase in Bikaner. The gesture carried deep emotional significance for Singh, who had taken the first operational flight of his career in a MiG-21 back in 1985. The MiG-21 has been the backbone of the Indian Air Force since the 1960s. Fast, agile and simple in design, it holds a special place in the heart of every pilot who has flown it, he said after the flight. According to IAF spokesperson Wing Commander Jaideep Singh, the MiG-21 entered service in 1963, with the No. 28 Squadron based in Chandigarh becoming the first to operate it. As Indias first supersonic fighter, the squadron earned the title The First Supersonics. The MiG-21 went on to script history in multiple wars. It played a key role in the 1965 war and was pivotal in the 1971 Indo-Pak conflict, where it executed decisive strikes. On 14 December 1971, MiG-21s bombed the Governor's House in Dhaka, forcing the Governors resignation the next day. Within 48 hours, Pakistan surrendered, and 93,000 Pakistani soldiers laid down arms before the Indian Army. That was a turning point in the war, and the MiG-21s role was historic, the spokesperson said. Wing Commander Jaideep Singh, who has himself flown the aircraft, recalled: From shooting down F-104 Starfighters in 1971 to challenging F-16s in recent years, the MiG-21s legacy is unmatched. It has been flown by generations of Indian pilots. We will miss this iconic fighter deeply. Globally recognised as the longest-serving supersonic jet, the MiG-21 not only provided a shield of security to India but also laid the foundation for many battlefield victories. Its legacy, however, is also marked by tragedy. With technology upgrades lagging over the decades, the aircraft became prone to accidents. According to estimates, the IAF lost more than 200 pilots in nearly 400 MiG-21 crashes. Despite this, the aircraft remains a symbol of courage, resilience, and national pride.
Conference On Cow-Based Economy In Jaipur Next Week
More than 150 entrepreneurs from different countries will display their products and technologies at the exhibition.
Gehlot questions delay in Pachpadra refinery despite double-engine govt claims
JAIPUR: Senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot on Monday slammed the BJP dispensation in Rajasthan over the slow pace of the Pachpadra refinery project in Barmer district and asked why the work was lagging despite a double-engine government being in place. Following the high-profile visit and bold claims, former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot launched a sharp attack on the BJP government, alleging intentional delays and unprecedented cost escalation in the prestigious project. Speaking to the media on Monday, Gehlot pointed out that the BJP government itself had stated in its 202526 budget (announcement no. 158) that the Pachpadra-Balotra refinery would begin production in August 2025. Yet, despite the CM and Union Minister visiting the site, their statements, and even the official press release, made no mention of a production timeline. This silence is sowing doubt in the publics mind, Gehlot said. The Congress leader claimed that despite the COVID-19 pandemic, his administration had accelerated work on the project, completing more than 80% of the refinery. He accused the BJP of repeatedly stalling progress, first between 2013 and 2018, and again post-2023, which he said had pushed costs from the original 37,000 crore to nearly 1 lakh crore. Gehlot further argued that had the BJP not halted the project after assuming power in 2013, the cost escalation could have been avoided. People are rightly asking why work is still dragging despite the so-called double-engine government, he said. It is worth recalling that the original foundation stone was laid in 2013 by UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, with an estimated cost of 37,000 crore. In 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi re-laid the foundation stone, by which time the cost had risen to 43,000 crore, with a target completion date set for the end of 2022. That deadline was missed, and by 2024, the estimated cost had ballooned to 72,000 crore. Currently, while some units are reportedly 9098% complete, others remain under construction. Officials now aim to commission the plant by MarchApril 2026. A fresh controversy erupted following a post by Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on social media platform X, where he mistakenly referred to the refinery as being in Jodhpur instead of Pachpadra in Balotra district. Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully reacted sharply, posting: This shows how serious the BJPs double-engine government is about the Pachpadra refinery. The Union Minister doesnt even know its location, let alone the production timeline. Despite the ongoing political tussle, officials maintain that the project is progressing steadily. Petroleum Director Ajay Sharma recently stated that the refinerya joint venture between the Rajasthan government and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL), is expected to be fully operational within six months, with partial operations, including crude oil refining, likely to begin by December. According to Sharma, 90% of the project work has already been completed. The Rajasthan government holds a 26% stake, while HPCL owns the remaining 74%. Once operational, the refinery is expected to generate an additional 4,000 crore annually for the state through VAT. At present, around 60,000 barrels of crude oil are being extracted daily from Cairn Energys facility in Barmer, which is currently transported to refineries in Gujarat.
Ashok Gehlot questions Amit Shahs statement on Jagdeep Dhankhars resignation, rejects health claim
JAIPUR: Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday raised serious concerns over the sudden resignation and absence of former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar , questioning the government's silence and rejecting the health-related explanation offered by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Addressing the media at the state Congress headquarters in Jaipur, Gehlot said, I called him several times, but there has been no response. Not only Rajasthan, but the entire country is asking where our former Vice President is. This is the first instance, not only in India but perhaps in the world, where a person worked till 5 pm, resigned at 8 pm, and then disappeared completely from public life. Gehlot accused the Modi government of concealing the facts. When a minister resigns, explanations are often given in Parliament. But here, neither Dhankhar nor the government has offered any clarification. To avoid defamation, Amit Shah has floated a new line that he resigned for health reasons. If that is true, then why hasnt the Prime Minister, the Home Minister, or any senior minister met him to enquire about his health? This government is only whitewashing, he alleged. The Congress leader added that Rajasthan, being Dhankhars home state, was especially concerned. I have telephoned him many times, but could not reach him. Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal has also said he tried contacting him repeatedly but got no response. His friends and well-wishers are all worried, and this concern is justified, Gehlot remarked. Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah broke his silence on the issue, rejecting the oppositions allegations that Dhankhar had been silenced or taken into custody. In an interview with news agency ANI, Shah said, Jagdeep Dhankhars resignation letter is very clear. He has cited his health and the advice of his doctors as the reason. The oppositions claims are completely baseless. Gehlots strong reaction came shortly after Shahs clarification, keeping the controversy alive as opposition leaders continue to challenge the governments version of events surrounding Dhankhars sudden exit.
Ananya Panday walks the ramp in Jaipur as Punit Balanas designer label turns 10
Label Punit Balana just turned 10 and to celebrate it the designer unveiled a store in Jaipur and hosted a fashion show against the majestic Rambagh Palace
Heavy rain lashes Rajasthan; IMD issues orange alert, schools shut in several districts
Rajasthan grapples with incessant heavy rainfall, prompting school closures in Jaipur and other districts as a precautionary measure. An orange alert has been issued for extremely heavy rainfall in Rajsamand, Sirohi, and Udaipur. Disruptions to normal life are widespread, with flood-like conditions reported in Kota, Bundi, and Sawai Madhopur. The Army, NDRF, and SDRF have been deployed for rescue operations.
Heavy rains wreak havoc in Rajasthan; Jaipur schools shut for two days
Rajasthan is grappling with incessant heavy rainfall, with Dausa recording a staggering 29 cm. Several districts, including Bundi, Sawaimadhopur, and Kota, are facing flood-like conditions, prompting rescue operations. Jaipur is experiencing severe waterlogging, leading to school closures and power outages. The weather center forecasts continued heavy rain for the next few days.
Even Elders are Eagerly Awaiting This PKL Season: Jaipur Pink Panthers Coach
The excitement is such that even the elders in villages are waiting eagerly for the league to begin on the 29th of August. Jaipur Pink Panthers Head Coach Narender Redhu said
A 200-foot-long portion of outer wall at UNESCO world site 'Amer Fort' located 11 kilometers Rajasthan's Jaipur, collapsed amid heavy rainfall. Watch video.
Daisy Shah revealed that once she stepped out, a local threatened her.
Rajasthan Flood: Two Dead, Many Stranded; Army, NDRF Join Rescue Ops As Villages Submerged
The highway connecting Rajasthan to Madhya Pradesh is submerged, while roads linking Kota to Jaipur and nearby districts are also underwater
Portion of wall of Amer Fort in Jaipur collapses due to heavy rain
The officials said that the elephant ride in Amer Palace has been closed till further orders
Monsoon intensifies in Rajasthan, heavy rains disrupt life in several districts
JAIPUR : The monsoon has made a strong comeback in Rajasthan, with continuous heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours disrupting normal life in many parts of the state. After an active spell in July, rains had weakened in August, but the monsoon is now fully active again. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in 11 districts. Flood-like conditions have been reported in Kota, Bundi, Baran, Jhalawar, Tonk, Chittorgarh, and Sawai Madhopur districts. Flood conditions continue to persist in Sawai Madhopur district. NDRF and SDRF teams have been deployed in flood-affected areas. A tractor trolley full of NDRF personnel lost control and overturned on Surwal Mega Highway. The accident occurred while the team was going to help the flood victims. In Kota division, the Chambal river has swollen due to heavy inflows, forcing authorities to discharge water from Kota Barrage. By Saturday morning, the water level of the Chambal river had reached 132.80 metresnearly two metres above the danger mark of 130.79 metres. Transportation has been badly hit. The Jaipur-Kota highway near Deoli (Tonk) has been flooded, while traffic movement on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Kota has been halted. Soil erosion along the Delhi-Mumbai railway track near Laban in Bundi forced trains to be stopped at nearby stations. Jaipur too witnessed heavy rain on Saturday afternoon. Authorities have opened six gates of Bisalpur Dam and two gates of Kota Barrage to release excess water. Schools have been closed in nine districts as a precaution, while NDRF, SDRF, and police teams have been deployed for relief and rescue operations. The flood situation remains critical in Sawai Madhopur. In one incident, a tractor trolley carrying NDRF personnel overturned on the Surwal Mega Highway while heading to assist flood-affected people. A jawan was briefly trapped under a boat loaded in the tractor but was rescued promptly by his colleagues. Fortunately, there was no loss of life. In Alwars Ramgarh area, tragedy struck when a house collapsed due to heavy rain, allegedly burying seven members of a family under debris. Locals managed to rescue them, but a young girl remains in critical condition. In Jaipur, a wall of Dil Aaram Bagh on the way to Amer Palace collapsed, though no injuries were reported. Explaining the sudden intensification of rainfall, Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, said, The monsoon had been inactive for the past two weeks. With the trough line returning to its normal position, the monsoon became active again. A cyclonic system over the Madhya Pradesh-Rajasthan border remained stationary, leading to heavy rainfall in the southeastern parts of Rajasthan. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed concern over the situation and instructed officials to remain on high alert. He held discussions with district collectors of Tonk, Kota, Sawai Madhopur, Bundi, and Dausa, reviewing the ongoing relief and rescue efforts. The CM directed NDRF and SDRF teams to stay prepared and announced a special girdawari (crop survey) to assess damage to agriculture. He assured that relief will be provided quickly after evaluating losses to life and property.
200-Feet Wall Of Jaipurs Iconic Amer Fort Collapses Amid Heavy Rainfall | Video
A 200-foot wall of Amer Fort in Jaipur collapsed during heavy rainfall, causing panic. Torrential rains disrupted Rajasthan, with IMD issuing alerts for several districts.
Heavy rain triggers 200 ft wall collapse at Jaipurs Amer Fort
A 200-feet wall of Amer Fort in Jaipur collapsed on Saturday following continuous rainfall. A video released by PTI showed water rushing down the forts surface before the massive wall gave way, crashing into debris. The incident has raised fresh concerns about the upkeep of the centuries-old UNESCO World Heritage site, which attracts thousands of visitors daily.
Our Only Focus Is To Make Tamil Thalaivas Lift Their First-Ever Trophy: Arjun Deshwal
I have given a lot to Jaipur Pink Panthers and learnt a lot there as well. Although my team has changed, there isnt much of a difference as the coach (Sanjeev Baliyan) is still the same. Its important to have a strong understanding between a player and coach, and I have that advantage.
Rajasthan: Severe waterlogging in Sawai Madhopur after heavy rain
The Regional Met Centre of Jaipur has issued a yellow alert of hunderstorm, lightning and squall for the district for the next four days
Study finds high cancer incidence among women in Jaipurs polluted area
The surface water bodies in Sanganer town have a high pollution level with the toxic effluents coming from the textile and other units
Two sisters cycle 300 km to seek PMs help to save forest in Jaipur
Centre approves Rs 3,900 crore for education projects in Rajasthan
Rajasthan's school education is set for a boost. Jaipur will receive approximately Rs 3,900 crore from the central government. The funds will enhance infrastructure with ICT labs and smart classrooms. Science labs will also be established. This initiative aims to improve digital and science education. Students will gain access to better learning resources.
JAIPUR: Film producer Amit Jani, who has backed Udaipur Files based on the brutal murder of Kanhaiyalal, has once again received threatening comments on social media. Police have detained a youth in connection with the matter and launched an investigation. According to officials, Jani was recently admitted to a private hospital after complaining of chest pain during his visit to Ahmedabad and Udaipur for the films release. On being discharged on Wednesday, he alleged that Bangladeshi elements were trying to mislead locals and instigate violence against him. Like Kanhaiyalal, I am also being provoked to be murdered, he claimed. A threatening comment was allegedly posted by a man identified as Mohammad Shahid. Acting on Janis complaint, police detained Shahid for questioning. Jani further alleged that he received a chilling message reading, We are 700 meters away and will send tiffin, which he interpreted as a bomb threat. In another instance, a Bangladeshi youth named Hamad reportedly commented, Tiffin is expensive, send a knife. Superintendent of Police Yogesh Goyal confirmed that Shahid has been taken into custody and interrogated. We are probing whether these are simply online threats or connected to a larger network. Given the allegations of Pakistani and Bangladeshi links, the matter is being taken very seriously, he said. Police sources added that the threats have created an atmosphere of tension in Udaipur. Udaipur Files , directed by Bharat S Srinet and Jayant Sinha and produced by Amit Jani, features Vijay Raaz as Kanhaiyalal, with Rajneesh Duggal and Preeti Jhangiani in key roles. The film revisits the horrific incident of June 28, 2022, when tailor Kanhaiya Lal Teli was beheaded in Udaipur by two men after he shared a social media post supporting BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma. The accused had filmed the act and circulated the video online, triggering nationwide outrage. The films release reignited political debate. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot had accused the Centre of delaying justice to Kanhaiyalals family.
Jaisalmer youth held on charges of spying for Pakistan, fourth espionage case in 2025
JAIPUR: Investigation agencies in Rajasthan have arrested a 25-year-old man on charges of espionage in the Army area along the JaisalmerJodhpur road. The suspect, identified as Jeevan Khan, was detained on Tuesday while allegedly speaking on Pakistani phone numbers. Officials said several other Pakistani contacts were saved in his mobile phone. He will be handed over to the Joint Investigation Committee for interrogation. According to sources, Khan had earlier worked at a restaurant in the Army area two to three years ago and had recently returned for work. He had been under surveillance for some time, with his calls and movements closely monitored. On Tuesday, officials intercepted him while he was on a call with a Pakistani number. Following Operation Sindoor, security agencies have stepped up vigilance in Rajasthans border areas, keeping a close watch on individuals suspected of links with Pakistan. This marks the third espionage arrest since Operation Sindoor and the fourth case reported this year. Earlier this month, the arrest of DRDO guest house manager Mahendra Prasad in Jaisalmer had raised alarm among security agencies. Investigations revealed Prasad was in touch with a Pakistani handler using the name Colonel AK Singh and had shared sensitive information about scientists visiting the Chandan Field Firing Range guest house. He also allegedly provided photographs of the area and details of local activities during Operation Sindoor. He remains in police custody until August 15. Khans arrest adds to a series of espionage cases uncovered this year in Jaisalmer district. On 26 March, Rajasthan Intelligence arrested Pathan Khan, a resident of Karam Ki Dhani near the Chandan Field Firing Range, under the Official Secrets Act, days before the Pahalgam terror attack. On 28 May, investigators detained Shakoor Khan, a government employee and personal assistant to former Congress minister Saleh Mohammad, on similar charges and formally arrested him on 3 June. With four arrests in less than five months, intelligence and security agencies remain on high alert to prevent further spying attempts in Rajasthans sensitive border areas.
Children branded with hot iron rods in hostel in Rajasthans Barmer, spiritual teacher held
JAIPUR: A shocking case of inhuman torture has come to light from a hostel in Rajasthans Barmer district, where innocent children were allegedly branded with hot iron rods by their caretaker. The victims, aged between 8 and 10 years, were reportedly punished for bedwetting at night. The incident surfaced on Saturday night (August 16) when a child, groaning in pain, ran out of the hostel. His body was bleeding and bore burn marks on multiple parts, including his thigh. Villagers rushed him to his family, bringing the ordeal to light. Matters escalated on Tuesday after a video related to the incident went viral, prompting the family and locals to stage a protest outside the hostel. Police have since taken the caretaker into custody. Sedwa police station officer Deep Singh said, A complaint was received about the beating of children. The accused has been brought to the police station for questioning, and an investigation is underway. It is alleged that Narayangiri, a resident of Bharatpur who imparted his religious education at the hostel, regularly branded children with hot iron rods. Around 8 to10 children are believed to have been subjected to this form of torture. Local sarpanch Mohanlal revealed that complaints had been made against the accused in the past, but they were hushed up to protect the trust's reputation. He added, Now once again, an inhuman act has been committed on children. The Harpaleshwar Mahadev temple, built in 2008, started the residential hostel in 2022. About 25 children from nomadic, tribal, orphaned, and poor families live there, receiving education and religious training through the Gurukul system.
Jaipur Woman, Lover Arrested For Murdering Her Husband, Watched TV Show 'CID' To Get Ideas
Jaipur Police arrested a woman and her lover for killing her husband. The murder plot was inspired by crime shows like CID.
Appointment of IAS officers from general category sparks Raj row
JAIPUR: The appointment of four new IAS officers has triggered a major political uproar in Rajasthan. The Central Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on Monday promoted four officers of the Rajasthan Administrative Services -2020 batchDr Nitish Sharma, Amita Sharma, Narendra Kumar Manghani, and Naresh Kumar Goyalwho have all been inducted into the IAS cadre. However, controversy erupted after it was pointed out that all the newly-promoted officers belong to the general category, with no representation from SC, ST, OBC, MBC, or minority communities. LoP Tikaram Jully and Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra launched a scathing attack on the BJP government, accusing it of sidelining social justice and ignoring eligible candidates from reserved categories. Jully called into question the intent of the BJP government: Why did the Rajasthan government not include any officer from Dalit, backward, tribal, or minority communities in this selection? Meanwhile, Dotasra termed the development as a clear display of casteist mentality.
Woman Watches Web Series On Crimes, Studies Murder Cases Before Killing Husband
Fed up of being subjected to physical assault and suspicion, a woman and her friends in Jaipur murdered her husband on Saturday.
