Rajasthan fourth BJP-ruled state to make The Sabarmati Report tax-free
Jaipur, Nov 20: Hindi film The Sabarmati Report, based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident in Gujarat, has been made tax free in Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Wednesday. Rajasthan follows three other BJP-ruled states Haryana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh in giving the tax-free status to the Vikrant Massey-starrer film, []
Four-yr-old boy dies after falling in borewell in Rajasthans Barmer
Four-yr-old boy dies after falling in borewell in Rajasthans Barmer Jaipur: A four-year-old boy died after falling into a borewell in Rajasthans Barmer on Wednesday evening, police said. The incident occurred in Arjun ki Dhani in the Gudhamalani area where Naresh fell into the borewell while playing. A rescue operation was immediately launched by [] The post Four-yr-old boy dies after falling in borewell in Rajasthans Barmer appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ajaymeru rename honours Rajasthans culture and history, Khadim was unfit: Baba Balak Nath
Ajaymeru rename honours Rajasthans culture and history, Khadim was unfit: Baba Balak Nath Jaipur: BJP MLA from Rajasthans Tijara Assembly constituency, Baba Balak Nath, spoke to IANS on Wednesday, sharing his views on the decision to rename the Khadim hotel in Ajmer to Ajaymeru, the restoration of Prithviraj Chauhans fort in Ajmer, a film based [] The post Ajaymeru rename honours Rajasthans culture and history, Khadim was unfit: Baba Balak Nath appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Jaipur Diary | Who wants a school named after them?
Education Minister Madan Dilawar has spiced up the education scene with a dazzling announcement! At the swanky Ek Kadam Shiksha Ki Aur event held in Kolkata, Dilawar revealed a golden opportunity for the philanthropic. Got Rs 2 crore lying around? Donate it to a government school and the school will proudly bear your name! Dilawar also invited donors to adopt schools on their terms. He even sweetened the deal, promising full government cooperation at every step. Its our dream that no girl in Rajasthan should have to sit on the floor, Dilawar declared. Were making girl education our top priority. Saint Rambhadracharya remarks trigger uproar Remarks by Saint Rambhadracharya at an event in Jaipur have sparked a political storm. Rambhadracharya claimed that a Brahmin was made CM based on his recommendation. He made this assertion in the presence of Bhajanlal Sharma, who had come to meet him. Recalling deliberations before Sharmas appointment, he said, When discussions were underway about who should lead Rajasthan, I suggested to the higher-ups that the reins should go to a Brahmin this time. Some raised concerns about Vasundhara Raje being upset, to which I said, Let us make her agree. Name change of govt hotel sparks row in Ajmer The BJP government has renamed Hotel Khadim, a property managed by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation in Ajmer, to Ajaymeru. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani had reportedly instructed RTDC to rename the hotel, which is situated opposite the district collectorate. Ajmer, known for its historico-cultural significance, is home to revered Dargah of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. The clerics of the dargah, referred to as Khadims, have criticised the decision, accusing the BJP of trying to erase the citys cultural identity. This is an attack on our heritage and an effort to distort history, Khadim Sarwar Chishti remarked. Rajesh Asnani Our correspondent in Jaipur rajesh.asnani@newindianexpress.com
Education powerful tool to eliminate inequality in society: Dhankhar
Jaipur, Nov 20: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday said education is the biggest centre for change and establishing equality in society. Addressing the students of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Jhunjhunu district, Dhankhar stressed the importance of being cultured at a young age. The character that education gives us defines us, Dhankhar said, highlighting the importance of discipline, culture and human development. Respecting parents and teachers, promoting mutual brotherhood, and showing discipline should be integral parts of your life. Inculcating [] The post Education powerful tool to eliminate inequality in society: Dhankhar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
UDAN Scheme Marks Historic Growth in Indias Aviation Sector
The UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme has revolutionized India's civil aviation sector, improving regional connectivity and making air travel accessible to millions across the country. On November 17, the domestic aviation sector marked a historic achievement, with 505,412 passengers flying on the same day for the first time, crossing the 5-lakh milestone in daily passenger numbers. This feat, with over 3,100 flights operating nationwide, highlights India's increasing role in the global aviation scene. The Ministry of Civil Aviation credited the UDAN scheme for this transformation, noting that it has successfully operationalized 609 routes, including helicopter services, connecting various states and union territories across India. The scheme has not only enhanced connectivity but also brought air travel closer to the common man, bridging the gap between aspirations and accessibility. Since its launch on October 21, 2016, the UDAN scheme has seen significant milestones, with the first UDAN flight taking off on April 27, 2017, connecting Shimla to Delhi. The latest UDAN 5.0 series (covering 5.0 to 5.4 phases) has introduced key improvements, such as removing distance caps, prioritizing operational airports, expanding helicopter and small aircraft services, and reactivating discontinued routes. These changes have ensured better air connectivity and affordability across India, especially for smaller cities and towns. The scheme has been a lifeline for regional carriers like Flybig, Star Air, IndiaOne Air, and Fly91, which have adopted sustainable business models, benefiting from the increased demand for regional air travel. The government's decision to extend the UDAN scheme for another 10 years is expected to further improve connectivity to underserved regions, fulfilling the aspirations of common citizens. As of October, 1.44 crore passengers have benefited from the scheme, with 609 routes and 86 airports now operational. Keralas New Seaplane Service to Boost Tourism: Launch Scheduled for November 11 SpiceJet Set to Launch Seaplane Services Across India to Boost Tourism and Connectivity SpiceJet Expands 8 New Flights from Jaipur as Part of Winter Schedule
Rajasthan High Court dismisses PIL against states Right To Health Act
The Rajasthan High Courts Jaipur Bench has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) by Dr. Narendra Kumar Gupta, a 70-year-old resident of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The petition was heard by Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice Ashutosh Kumar. The court dismissed the petition due to the petitioners failure to conduct proper research and gather information [] The post Rajasthan High Court dismisses PIL against states Right To Health Act appeared first on India Legal .
AI flight diverted; passengers bussed to Delhi after pilot duty issue
New Delhi: A chaotic situation unfolded on Monday as Air India flight AI-2022, traveling from Paris to New Delhi, was diverted to Jaipur due to smog in the capital. Passengers were left stranded for hours after the pilots, having completed their duty hours, refused to continue the flight, citing safety regulations. The flight, which took off from Paris at 10 PM on Sunday, was scheduled to land in Delhi at 10:35 AM on Monday. However, dense smog in Delhi, which limited visibility, prompted the diversion to Jaipur as the pilots were not qualified for low-visibility landings. After landing in Jaipur, the crew stated that they could not fly further due to duty hour limitations, causing frustration among passengers. Sources close to the situation revealed that Air India did not arrange an alternative flight as doing so would have taken more time than sending passengers to Delhi by bus. As a result, the airline opted to transport passengers by road to the capital, leaving many to question the handling of the situation. There was no immediate official statement from Air India on the matter. Passengers expressed dissatisfaction on social media, criticizing the lack of communication and the lengthy delays.
AI flight diverted; passengers bused to Delhi after pilot duty issue
New Delhi: A chaotic situation unfolded on Monday as Air India flight AI-2022, traveling from Paris to New Delhi, was diverted to Jaipur due to smog in the capital. Passengers were left stranded for hours after the pilots, having completed their duty hours, refused to continue the flight, citing safety regulations. The flight, which took off from Paris at 10 PM on Sunday, was scheduled to land in Delhi at 10:35 AM on Monday. However, dense smog in Delhi, which limited visibility, prompted the diversion to Jaipur as the pilots were not qualified for low-visibility landings. After landing in Jaipur, the crew stated that they could not fly further due to duty hour limitations, causing frustration among passengers. Sources close to the situation revealed that Air India did not arrange an alternative flight as doing so would have taken more time than sending passengers to Delhi by bus. As a result, the airline opted to transport passengers by road to the capital, leaving many to question the handling of the situation. There was no immediate official statement from Air India on the matter. Passengers expressed dissatisfaction on social media, criticizing the lack of communication and the lengthy delays.
Diljit Dosanjh Finally Announces Mumbai Show; Check Date, Tickets and Other Details Here
Diljit Dosanjh kicked off his Dil-Luminati tour with a mega show in Delhi, followed by Jaipur and Hyderabad. He recently performed in Ahmedabad too.
Pollution levels cause schools in Rajasthan's Khairthal-Tijara to go online for classes 1 to 5
JAIPUR: The administration of Khairthal-Tijara district in Rajasthan has announced that all schools will hold online classes for students of classes 1 to 5 for four days starting Wednesday in view of alarmingly high pollution levels in Delhi-NCR. The order was issued by District Collector Kishore Kumar on Tuesday following the Supreme Court's directions to all states in the Delhi-NCR area to decide on conducting physical classes for students up to class 12 amid the dire situation. Khairthal-Tijara, which was carved out of Alwar in August 2023, falls under the National Capital Region (NCR). In his order, Kumar said all government and private schools in the district will suspend physical classes for students of classes 1 to 5 from November 20 to 23, or until further notice (whichever is earlier). Teachers will hold online classes for students during this period, the order stated. The order is only applicable to students, teachers are required to come to school to conduct online classes. Rajasthan government orders 3,000 mines, industries to shut down in two districts to combat severe air pollution INTERVIEW | Online classes for kids amid air pollution raise questions of effectiveness
Schools closed in Rajasthans Khairthal-Tijara district due to rising pollution
Jaipur: In view of the rising pollution, schools were closed in Rajasthans Khairthal-Tijara district from Wednesday till November 23. Owing to pollution in the area, the Rajasthan government had announced the closure of schools from November 20 to 23 in Khairthal-Tijara district on Wednesday itself. Officials said the orders for school closure were issued for 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 .
The pilots refused to operate from Jaipur to Delhi citing completion of their work hours.
JAIPUR: In a sudden but significant step to tackle the escalating air pollution crisis, the Bhajan Lal-led Rajasthan government has shut down 3,000 mines and industries in Alwar and Bharatpur districts, according to an order by the Rajasthan Pollution Control Board. Additionally, all construction activities in these areas have been halted. Along with this, construction work going on in these areas has also been stopped. The decision comes in the wake of a sharp decline in air quality across the National Capital Region (NCR), including Delhi, where air pollution has reached critical levels since Monday. Being part of the NCR, Alwar and Bharatpur are facing similar challenges. Rising Pollution Levels in Alwar and Bhiwadi The pollution in Alwar has reached alarming levels, with its Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 295 on Monday. The situation is even more grave in Bhiwadi, where the AQI soared to a hazardous 442, far exceeding the severe threshold of 401. To address the crisis, the government has implemented the highest level of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP 4) in these districts, imposing strict restrictions on industrial and construction activities. The fourth phase (GRAP 4) of the Graded Response Action Plan has been implemented in Alwar and Bharatpur districts which fall in NCR. The Rajasthan Pollution Control Board issued orders to enforce these measures on Tuesday morning. Statewide Pollution Concerns The air quality in several other districts of Rajasthan has also deteriorated, with AQI levels ranging from poor to severe. This decline is attributed largely to stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana. Districts such as Jhunjhunu, Bikaner, Churu, and Hanumangarh are particularly affected. Residents in these districts are experiencing significant discomfort due to pollution. A thick layer of smog has blanketed the skies, reducing visibility throughout the day. Many people have reported symptoms such as eye irritation, difficulty in breathing, coughing, and runny noses.
Air India Flight From Paris Diverted To Jaipur, Fliers Sent To Delhi On Bus
The diversion of a Paris-New Delhi Air India flight to Jaipur and the pilots' refusal to fly further after completing their duty hours sparked chaos on Monday as several passengers were left stranded for many hours and sent to Delhi on a bus.
Delhis air quality continues at severe plus category, AQI at 476
But it is not only Delhi, the AQI in Patna also is high at 308, in Lucknow it is 257, in Jaipur 211 and in Chandigarh 237, pointing to poor air quality in most of the places in north India
Making Rajasthan a leader in sports is state govts priority: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma
Making Rajasthan a leader in sports is state govts priority: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Jaipur: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Monday that making Rajasthan a leader in sports is the priority of the state government. He said that the state government is developing world-class facilities in the field of sports so that the [] The post Making Rajasthan a leader in sports is state govts priority: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Delhi saddles up for smoggy polo match
The polo match as part of Sir Pratap Singh Polo Cup at Jaipur Polo Grounds was a celebration of Indias polo heritage.
JAIPUR: The Rajasthan government has announced a major initiative to recast the states school curriculum by forming a special review committee. This decision follows a statement from State Education Minister Madan Dilawar, who highlighted the need to eliminate undesirable and inappropriate subjects from the syllabus and align the curriculum with contemporary needs and the national ethos. Minister Dilawar emphasised the importance of crafting a curriculum that reflects the spirit of the nation and addresses modern educational requirements. Acting on his directive, the states school education department has begun the review process, intending to identify and address gaps in the existing syllabus. Known for his controversial remarks, Minister Dilawar had announced plans to add information about cows to the primary school syllabus in October. He had also said that schools should screen educational films on cows to enhance students' understanding. We will talk to scholars and experts and, if possible, will try to add information on cows in primary school books, he said. Similarly, in September, Dilawar had said that any textbook depicting Mughal ruler Akbar as great would be burned. He had claimed that Akbar had looted the country for years and was a rapist and hence no one in textbooks in Rajasthan should call him a great personality. The newly formed review committee will thoroughly assess the curriculum and recommend improvements to ensure it meets both cultural and historical standards while staying relevant to current times. The process aims to balance modernization with the preservation of Rajasthans heritage. In a related development, Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumaris remarks on historical inaccuracies have sparked considerable debate. She asserted that the British and Mughals left behind a distorted history of Rajasthan, Jaipur, and the Rajputs, which has been taught to students. In history, wrong things have been written about the Rajput community. Jaipur, globally recognised due to our ancestor Sawai Jai Singh, has been misrepresented in textbooks. It is time to rectify these mistakes, she stated. Kumari further underscored the need to teach the younger generation the true history of Jaipur and Rajasthan. It is our generation's responsibility to present the authentic history of Jaipur to the world, she affirmed, pledging to bring historical accuracy to the forefront of education. On November 14, 2024, a high-level delegation led by Satish Kumar Gupta, Special Officer to the Education Minister, along with Dr. Jagdish Narayan Vijay and Dr. Surendra Godhra, visited New Delhi. The delegation met with NCERT Director Professor Dinesh Prasad Saklani to discuss the legal provisions and guidelines for the curriculum review. As per an order from the Rajasthan governments Primary Education (Planning) Department, the review committee will analyse the curriculum, including its content, illustrations, and interpretations. The evaluation will be guided by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the State Curriculum Framework, and the National Curriculum Framework. The committee is expected to present its findings and recommendations to the Rajasthan State Council of Educational Research and Training (RSCERT) in Udaipur within 30 days. This initiative marks a crucial step in reshaping the states educational landscape while addressing historical and cultural narratives in a balanced and thoughtful manner.
SDM slapping case: Protestors demand release of Naresh Meena
SDM slapping case: Protestors demand release of Naresh Meena Jaipur: People took to the streets on Monday demanding the release of independent candidate Naresh Meena, who was arrested for slapping the SDM in Deoli-Uniara (Tonk) during bypolls on November 13. Supporters of Naresh Meena protested and raised slogans in many districts including [] The post SDM slapping case: Protestors demand release of Naresh Meena appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Delhi Airport Sees 15 Flight Diversions And 100+ Delays Due To Bad Weather And Poor Visibility
Of the 15 flights, 13 were diverted to Jaipur and 1 each to Dehradun and Lucknow, the official said and added that the diversions happened between 8.30 am and 3.30 pm.
Delhi airport: 15 flights diverted, over 100 flights delayed due to bad weather
Delhi airport experienced significant disruptions on Monday due to poor visibility caused by bad weather. Over 100 flights were delayed, and 15 flights were diverted to other cities like Jaipur, Dehradun, and Lucknow.
Delhi-NCR Pollusion LIVE: Severe Air Pollution Sparks Medical Emergency Across Northern India
Delhi woke up on Sunday to a thick layer of smog, with air quality dropping to hazardous levels. Visibility was significantly reduced, leaving residents facing serious health threats due to the toxic atmosphere. By Sunday evening, the Air Quality Index (AQI) had shot up to 457, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to convene an urgent meeting. As a result, Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)the highest levelwill be implemented starting Monday. Worsening Pollution Extends Beyond Delhi On Monday, a leader from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Manish Sisodia, criticized the central government for failing to manage pollution in North India. He stressed that the air pollution crisis isn't confined to Delhi but is a nationwide issue that requires urgent attention. Right now, the whole country is suffering from pollution. This problem must be tackled without political bias, and the BJP must take it seriously. This is not an issue that can be blamed solely on the Aam Aadmi Party. Northern India is severely impacted by stubble burning, and the BJP, as the central ruling party, must acknowledge its responsibility, said Sisodia. Meeting Cancelled Due to Lack of Department Heads Following the activation of GRAP Stage-IV, a meeting was scheduled for 12 PM involving key departments. However, Delhi Minister and AAP leader Gopal Rai revealed that no Head of Department attended, leading to the meeting's cancellation. Notices have been sent out to reschedule the meeting for 3 PM. Manish Sisodia: Pollution Is a National Issue Addressing the ongoing pollution, Sisodia reiterated the need to approach the problem beyond political affiliations. He urged the central government to take responsibility for the severe air quality, instead of attributing blame. North India is facing intense stubble burning, and the BJP has had years to act. What has been accomplished by mere statements? he questioned. Flights Disrupted Due to Poor Visibility On Monday morning, 11 flights were diverted from Delhi airport due to low visibility caused by weather conditions and pollution. Of these, 10 flights were redirected to Jaipur and one to Dehradun, primarily because some pilots lacked the necessary CAT III training for operations in poor visibility. Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) confirmed that low-visibility protocols are in place, and passengers were advised to check with airlines for updates. Both SpiceJet and IndiGo warned of potential delays due to the poor conditions, affecting the airports roughly 1,400 daily flight operations. Medical Emergency Declared Across North India Delhi Chief Minister Atishi declared a medical emergency in North India, highlighting that stubble burning continues unchecked. Cities across UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, Haryana, MP, and Delhi are suffering from severe pollution levels. Despite the growing intensity of stubble burning over the last five years, the central government has yet to take effective action. This inaction is having a severe impact, particularly on children and the elderly, who are struggling to breathe, Atishi said. Delhi's Air Quality Deteriorates, Many Areas Cross Into Severe Zone Parking Fees in Delhi Set to Double; MCD to Present Proposal on November 14
Delhi airport: 9 flights diverted due to bad weather
New Delhi: Nine flights were diverted and many flights were delayed at the Delhi airport on Monday due to bad weather conditions in the national capital, according to an official. The official said eight flights were diverted to Jaipur and one to Dehradun. The national capital is grappling with high pollution levels that has also 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 .
Bad weather: 5 flights diverted at Delhi airport
New Delhi: Five flights were diverted at the Delhi airport on Monday morning due to bad weather conditions in the national capital, according to an official. The official said four flights were diverted to Jaipur and one to Dehradun. The national capital is grappling with high pollution levels that has also resulted in lower visibility levels in various parts of the city. Low visibility procedures are in progress at Delhi airport. All flight operations are at present normal, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) said in a post on X early morning on Monday. DIAL operates the Indira Gandhi International Airport, which handles around 1,400 flight movements daily. It also advised passengers to contact the airlines concerned for updated flight information.
Delhi pollution: 11 flights diverted, many delayed as dense fog hits air traffic
Due to dense fog and severe air pollution in Delhi, eleven flights were diverted, and numerous others faced delays at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The diversions, primarily to Jaipur and one to Dehradun, were necessary as some pilots lacked the required training for low-visibility landings. Despite the challenging conditions, flight operations are currently proceeding as scheduled.
Man runs over 9 with his car after argument at wedding in Rajasthan
Jaipur: Nine people were injured when a man allegedly hit them with his car outside a wedding venue in Dausa district in Rajasthan, police said on Monday. The incident took place in Ladpura village on Sunday night. The accused was part of the wedding procession and was bursting firecrackers outside the wedding venue when he had an altercation with the bride's brother which escalated, police said. The accused then sat in his car and drove it into a group of people from the bride's side of the family, injuring nine of them. Seven of them were critically injured and referred to SMS Hospital in Jaipur, they said. Police said the accused managed to flee from the spot and searches are being conducted to trace him.
Man runs over nine with his car after argument at wedding in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: Nine people were injured when a man allegedly hit them with his car outside a wedding venue in Dausa district in Rajasthan, police said on Monday. The incident took place in Ladpura village on Sunday night. The accused was part of the wedding procession and was bursting firecrackers outside the wedding venue when he had an altercation with the bride's brother which escalated, police said. The accused then sat in his car and drove it into a group of people from the bride's side of the family, injuring nine of them. Seven of them were critically injured and referred to SMS Hospital in Jaipur, they said. Police said the accused managed to flee from the spot and searches are being conducted to trace him.
PKL Season 11: Jaipur Pink Panthers beat Puneri Paltan in thriller to secure third consecutive win
PKL Season 11: Jaipur Pink Panthers beat Puneri Paltan in thriller to secure third consecutive win Noida: Jaipur Pink Panthers managed to hold their nerve to secure their third consecutive win, clinching a thrilling contest against Puneri Paltan with the scoreline of 30-28 at the Noida Indoor Stadium on Sunday. A High 5 from Ankush [] The post PKL Season 11: Jaipur Pink Panthers beat Puneri Paltan in thriller to secure third consecutive win appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
PKL: Pink Panthers edge Puneri Paltans in a thriller!
Jaipur Pink Panthers managed to hold their nerve to secure their third consecutive win, clinching a thrilling contest against Puneri Paltan 30-28.
Mayawati slams government over Rajasthan HC's decision on SC-ST Act
JAIPUR: In a sharp critique of the government, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has expressed discontent over the Rajasthan High Court's recent decision to exclude charges under the SC-ST (Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Prevention of Atrocities) Act in a case involving casteist slurs. The controversy arose following a judgment by the Rajasthan High Court, which ruled that the use of terms such as 'bhangi', 'neech', 'bhikari', and 'mangni' does not automatically constitute an offence under the SC-ST Act. The court granted partial relief to petitioners Achal Singh and others by removing charges under the Act, which had been filed based on accusations of caste-based abuse. Mayawati took to social media to voice her concerns, stating: The recent decision of the Rajasthan High Court to remove the SC-ST Act sections imposed on the accused who used derogatory terms like 'bhangi', 'neech', 'beggar', 'mangni', etc., may embolden casteist and anti-social elements. The state government should take this matter seriously and proceed with an appeal. This is the demand of the BSP. She further highlighted the broader issue of caste-based discrimination and violence, saying that in different states of the country, whether under the BJP, Congress, or other opposition parties, Dalits and tribals are facing continuous challenges. Instead of securing their legal rights, incidents of caste-based hatred and atrocities against them persist. This requires immediate and sensitive intervention, she added. The case stems from an FIR lodged in Jaisalmer on January 31, 2011. The appellants, including Achal Singh, were accused of harassing government officials during an operation to remove encroachments on public land. However, the appellants alleged that police officers used casteist slurs against them. After an investigation, the police deemed these allegations false but still filed an FIR. Subsequently, a subordinate court took cognizance of the case and framed charges based on a protest petition. The High Court's decision has reignited debates over the application of the SC-ST Act and the need for stringent measures to protect marginalized communities from caste-based discrimination.
Journalists In Jaipur Urge Rajasthan Government To Enact Law For Media Protection
The office bearers of the club and member journalists condemned the attack and reiterated their demand for legislative measures to ensure their safety while performing their duties.
Sachin Baisoya wins a thriller play-off to bag Jaipur Open
No place for such violence in democracy: BJP leader on SDM assault incident
No place for such violence in democracy: BJP leader on SDM assault incident Jaipur: Veteran BJP leader Satish Poonia was in Jodhpur on Saturday where he condemned the incident of Independent Naresh Meena slapping the SDM during bypoll in Deoli-Uniara, saying that such incidents have no place in a healthy democracy. As far as [] The post No place for such violence in democracy: BJP leader on SDM assault incident appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Zepto To Raise $300 Million From Domestic HNIs, Family Offices In War Chest Top Up
Zepto is set to raise $300 million or about Rs 2,500 crore from domestic high net worth individuals and family offices as it aims to strengthen its war chest in the increasingly competitive quick-commerce scenario. The company plans to raise about Rs 2,500 crore at the same $5 billion valuation it raised over a $1 billion in 2024. Family offices like Motilal Oswals Raamdeo Agrawal and Manipal Groups Ranjan Pai are set to take part in the round, according to people close to the development. The domestic interest also comes at a time when another major internet company, Swiggy, has gone public. Increased domestic shareholding for Zepto could also mean easier compliance processes when it plans to list on the bourses. The fresh funding comes at the heels of Zepto expanding to 10 new cities this year , with Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Chandigarh on the horizon. The company is also going to continue doubling down in its existing markets, where it has already proven high degrees of profitability, continuing to grow the business to over Rs 10,000 crore in sales. Zepto is currently expanding its dark store network from 350 stores to 700 stores by reinvesting the capital generated from mature stores back into the business. The fresh investment could see the company increase its store count beyond 700 as well, given the renewed bullishness from incumbents Swiggy Instamart and Zomato's Blinkit, as well as newer entrants like BigBasket Now and Flipkart's Minutes. . Read more on Business by NDTV Profit.
An action-packed polo day in the city
The Jaipur Polo Grounds witnessed a thrilling grand finale of the Cavalry Gold Cup 2024 recently
Diljit Dosanjh show tonight: List of songs restricted in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh is bringing his much-anticipated Dil-Luminati Tour to Hyderabad tonight at GMR Arena. After wowing audiences in Delhi and Jaipur, Hyderabad is next in line to experience his magic. Fans are buzzing with excitement, ready to groove to his biggest hits. Ahead of the concert, Diljit was spotted enjoying Hyderabads Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan: Situation in Tonk stable, says DM a day after MLA candidate's arrest, violence
Jaipur: The situation in Rajasthan's Tonk district, where an Independent candidate in the recent bypolls was arrested following a high drama and escalating violence, has stabilised and was under control, a senior official said on Friday. A mob assaulted a PTI reporter and video cameraperson and burnt their camera on Thursday, a day after Congress rebel and Independent candidate Naresh Meena slapped Malpura SDM Amit Chaudhary outside a polling booth in front of hundreds of people. The attack came while the PTI crew was covering a protest following Meena's arrest. The Independent candidate will be produced before a court on Friday. Police have made tight security arrangements with heavy deployment of personnel in Tonk and the surrounding areas. Tonk District Collector Soumya Jha said, During polling on November 13, a candidate slapped the SDM while on election duty. The SDM filed an FIR then, but we did not disturb the candidate. After the polls ended and the polling party was leaving, the candidate tried to stop them. That's when the police intervened. The police attempted to resolve the situation, but the candidate initiated an assault, she told PTI. Some supporters caused disturbances in different areas, but now the situation has stabilised and everything is under control, the district collector added.
Four members of a family killed as car falls into ditch in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: Four members of a family from Maharashtra's Kolhapur were killed and two others injured when their car fell into a ditch on the roadside near Kenpura village, police said on Friday. Sanderao SHO Laxman Singh said that the accident took place near Kenpura village on Thursday night when six passengers were travelling from Jodhpur to Sheoganj in Sirohi district after meeting their relatives. While returning to Sheoganj, their car went out of control near Kenpura on the highway. As soon as the car lost its balance, it overturned and went off the road, he added. The SHO said that the deceased were identified as Baburao (50), his wife Sarika (38), daughter Sakshi (19) and son Sanskar (17). The two injured were taken to the government hospital in Sanderao town, where they are undergoing treatment, he added. The initial investigation by the police revealed that the car fell into the ditch due to high speed. On receiving information, the police reached the spot and the bodies were taken out with the help of local people.
DGCA advises airlines to deploy CAT II/III aircraft to Delhi, Jaipur
Political parties in Punjab oppose new Vidhan Sabha building for Haryana in Chandigarh
CHANDIGARH: The Centre has granted environmental clearance for the land offered by the Haryana government to the Chandigarh administration in exchange for a land designated for a new assembly building. The environmental clearance was granted by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC). This development would pave the way for early construction of the Vidhan Sabha building. However, this could snowball into a major political slugfest between Punjab and Haryana in the coming days. Because, all political parties in the state including the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Congress, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) oppose this move and said that Chandigarh is capital of Punjab and Haryana has no right over it. As already the decades old contentious issue of Sutlej Yamuna Link Canal (SYL) and the long-running claim over Union Territory of Chandigarh are still hanging fire between both states. Sources said that the MoEF&CC on Tuesday issued a notification and cleared proposal for transfer of 12 acres of land to Chandigarh Administration in lieu of the acres allotted to Haryana for building an assembly building. As on July last year, the Chandigarh Administration decided to allot ten acres to Haryana for the additional Haryana assembly premises in Chandigarh near the railway light point (near IT park) in lieu of 12 acres adjacent to Rajiv Gandhi Chandigarh Technology Park (RGCTP), which falls in Haryana. The decision to allot land in Chandigarh to Haryana which was carved out of Punjab in 1966 for the additional assembly complex carries huge political symbolism. Punjab has been opposing Haryanas demand for additional land as Chandigarh is the joint capital of the two states. Any concession to Haryana in Chandigarh is perceived in Punjab as a weakening of the border states influence over the union territory. Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar opposed the Centres move and sought Prime Minister Narendra Modis intervention to cancel it. In a post on X, Jakhar said the Centres move to allot the land would emotionally hurt Punjabis as Chandigarh being the capital of Punjab is not merely a (piece of) land. Its a matter of deep feeling for the people of the state. Prime Minister Modi has made various attempts to heal the wounds that the state has witnessed recently. The move to allot land for Haryana will hurt the PMs attempts to uplift Punjabs religious and social feelings, Jakhar wrote. He further stated,`` I believe that in order to maintain its strong ties with Punjab, the Centre should reconsider its decision to allot land for a separate assembly (to Haryana). I appeal to the Prime Minister to personally intervene and cancel this decision. He said it is an issue on which all parties of Punjab are unanimous but due to the misunderstanding of chief minister Bhagwant Mann of the Aam Aadmi Party, the claim of Punjab has been weakened. In Jaipur, when in the meeting of the North Zonal Council, Haryana asked for this land for its Vidhan Sabha before Union home minister Amit Shah, instead of opposing it, the chief minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, gave his stamp of approval to the demand of Haryana by asking for land for the legislative assembly of Punjab as well, said Jakhar. Leader of Opposition in Punjab assembly and senior Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa called the decision an affront to Punjabs rights, describing it as a serious encroachment on the states historical claims over Chandigarh. He added that this move as an attack on Punjabs autonomy, arguing that Chandigarh, developed on Punjabs land, had always been integral to the states identity. The Union Government has continually trampled upon Punjabs autonomy. Any move to develop a separate legislative space for Haryana in Chandigarh undermined Punjabs long-standing connection to the Union territory. We will not tolerate this decision, he said. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) also opposed the decision and questioned, if Haryana is offering 12 acres of land in Panchkula to the Chandigarh administration, why is the assembly not being built there instead? AAP MLA and former minister Anmol Gagan Maan said that in 1966, when Haryana was carved out of Punjab, it was promised that Chandigarh would be handed over to Punjab after some time. Until Haryana built its own capital, Chandigarh would remain a Union Territory. However, 58 years have passed, and Chandigarh has not been handed over to Punjab. She stated that Chandigarh belongs entirely to Punjab, as it was built on the lands of 22 villages of Punjab. The decision to build a legislative assembly for Haryana in Chandigarh is completely wrong. We will not tolerate it. This decision is entirely against Punjab. Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) also opposed the allotment of land to Haryana in Chandigarh to build a separate Vidhan Sabha. Senior party leader Dr Daljit Singh Cheema said that the union governments decision in this regard was illegal, unconstitutional and a grave violation of the Punjab Reorganisation Act 1966. The SAD will not allow any such evil design to succeed at any cost, he added. Cheema reiterated that Chandigarh belonged to Punjab and should be transferred to Punjab. Haryana should build its own capital inside Haryana. He said the central governments decision would be remembered as another betrayal with the people of Punjab. By taking such decisions the Union Government led by BJP wants to convey a message that Punjab will never be given its capital, he asserted. He said the SAD appealed to all parties of Punjab to clear their stand on the issue and urged them to join hands to save the capital of Punjab. At present both Punjab and Haryana share the secretariat building where the offices of both chief ministers, ministers and other senior bureaucrats are situated and also the assembly building in the Capitol Complex in the 60:40 ratio (60 per cent with Punjab and 40 per cent with Haryana).
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Teargas, torched vehicles as Rajasthan MLA candidate arrested for slapping poll official
JAIPUR: Independent MLA candidate Naresh Meena was arrested following high drama and violence on Thursday, a day after he slapped an SDM during polling in Rajasthan's Tonk district and set in motion differing protests from both his supporters and Rajasthan Administrative Service officials. The tension that started Wednesday afternoon, when the Congress rebel contesting as an Independent in the bypolls caught SDM Malpura Amit Chaudhary by the collar and slapped him in full view of camera crews, continued through the night and well into Thursday. Work across government offices in the state was hit in the morning with officials of the RAS Association and allied services going on a pen-down strike demanding that Meena be arrested. They said they would continue till a meeting with Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. Ranged against them were Meena's alleged supporters. About 60 two-wheelers and 18 four-wheelers, including police vehicles, were torched in the violence that erupted outside the polling booth in Samravta village in the Deoli-Uniara assembly constituency when police tried to prevent Meena and his supporters from sitting on dharna. About 60 people were arrested in the early hours of Thursday following the violence that also saw crowds pelting stones at police personnel. As the morning progressed, tension spiralled. I will not surrender, a defiant Meena told jostling camera crews in Samravta, about 100 km from the state capital Jaipur, after he was taken into custody. As restless crowds could be seen roaming the village, police mounted vigil to ensure that nothing more goes wrong. The arrest was planned with care. VIDEO | Supporters of Independent MLA candidate from Rajasthan's #Tonk district Naresh Meena try to block road by putting burning tyres to prevent the police from taking him away. Naresh Meena, who had caught SDM Malpura, Amit Chaudhary, by his collar and slapped him yesterday pic.twitter.com/YvYnLcGhry Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 14, 2024 Police administration, which included senior officers in full riot gear, were deployed in full strength and held a flag march. Tonk Superintendent of Police Vikas Sangwan gave the final direction to the police team to enter the village and take Meena in its custody. Police fired teargas shells to disperse the agitated mob after Meena's arrest. Some also pelted stones at the police but no injuries were reported. Alleged supporters of Meena blocked the roads, which were removed. It could be anyone, the government is strict with those who commit crime. We are getting the entire incident investigated and asked for a report and soon action will be taken against those who are guilty, said Minister of State for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham. According to Inspector General of Police (Ajmer) Om Prakash, four cases, including for disrupting public work and damaging public property, were registered against Meena. It all started when Chaudhary, who was on election duty, was trying to get people to vote in the village, which had boycotted polling over a demand that Samravta be included in Uniara sub-division instead of Deoli. Meena was supporting the villagers. Hundreds of people were present outside the polling station when it happened. Meena later sat on a dharna outside a polling booth and asked his supporters to gather with sticks. After polling was over, police asked Meena and his supporters to disperse so the polling party could leave the station with EVM machines. However, police said, they turned violent and pelted stones at police. Before his arrest, Meena blamed Tonk District Collector Saumya Jha and SP Sangwan for what had happened. All 60 people who have been arrested are innocent. If anyone should be punished, it should be me, he said, alleging that the SDM on election duty had been working on the directions of the BJP. He got 30 people to vote by threatening them to take action against them. I could not stop myself. I slapped him. It is correct. Seeing his nature, he should have been slapped more. RAS Association General Secretary Neetu Rajeshwar told PTI that what had happened was intolerable. Such an incident is not tolerable. SDM Amit Chaudhary was slapped when he was doing his election duty fairly. The association is on a pen-down strike on Thursday. We will call off the strike after a representation with the chief minister on other demands. All our demands are constitutional. We don't want to let the public work suffer, Rajeshwar said. Polling for bypolls on seven assembly seats, including Deoli-Uniara, was held yesterday from 7 am to 6 pm and counting will take place on November 23.
Rajasthan candidate Naresh Meena arrested day after slapping SDM during polling
JAIPUR: Independent MLA candidate from Rajasthan's Tonk district Naresh Meena was arrested on Thursday, a day after he slapped a sub-divisional magistrate during polling in full view of camera crews. Meena, a Congress rebel contesting as an Independent, caught SDM Malpura, Amit Chaudhary, by his collar and slapped him, an official said. Chaudhary was trying to get more people to vote in the bypolls held on Wednesday. Locals had boycotted polling over a demand to include Samravta village in Uniara sub-division instead of in Deoli. Meena was supporting the villagers. The incident led to tension in the area with vehicles being torched, police being pelted with stones and 60 people arrested. About 60 two-wheelers and 18 four-wheelers were torched in the violence that erupted outside the polling booth. Police personnel tried to remove Meena and his supporters who sat on a dharna in Samravta village in the Deoli-Uniara assembly constituency. The Rajasthan Administrative Services (RAS) Association called for a pen-down strike and government work was affected for some time in the morning. Four cases were registered against Meena, including for disrupting public work and damaging public property.
Rajasthan bypolls: Violence erupts outside polling booth in Tonk; stones pelted at police
Jaipur: Violence erupted outside a polling booth in Tonk district -- where bypolls were being held -- when alleged supporters of Independent candidate Naresh Meena pelted stones at police and set ablaze at least one vehicle on Wednesday night. This happened after the police force tried to remove Meena and his supporters who were on a dharna while voting for bypolls were being held outside a polling station in Samravta village in the Deoli-Uniara assembly constituency. IG Ajmer Omprakash said heavy police force deployment was made in the village. The exact number of vehicles burnt will be clear after the mob is dispersed, he said, adding that there was confirmation of one vehicle being set ablaze by the mob. Police are engaged in bringing law and order under control, the officer said. Stones were pelted at the police who lobbed tear gas shells to control the situation. Hundreds of people were present at the dharna outside a polling station in which Meena earlier in the day had slapped an RAS officer engaged in election duty. He later sat on a dharna outside a polling booth in Samravta village and asked his supporters to gather at the dharna with sticks. After polling was over, police asked Meena and his supporters to disperse from outside the polling station so that the polling party could leave the station with EVM machines. However, police said, they turned violent and pelted stones at police. Meena slapped SDM Malpura Amit Chaudhary for making efforts to get more people to vote while locals had boycotted polling over a demand. Meena was supporting the villagers. RAS officers' association has demanded the arrest of Meena and warned of a pen-down strike from Thursday across the state if he was not arrested. Polling for bypolls on seven assembly seats, including Deoli-Uniara, was held today from 7 am to 6 pm and counting will take place on November 23. Naresh Meena, a Congress rebel, contested the election from Deoli-Uniara as an independent candidate.
Rajasthan bypolls: Khinvsar records highest voting at 75.62 pc
Rajasthan bypolls: Khinvsar records highest voting at 75.62 pc Jaipur: As the voting for the bypolls concluded on Wednesday across Rajasthan in seven Assembly seats, Khinvsar recorded the highest voting percentage at 75.62 while Dausa witnessed the lowest voting at 62.1 per cent, the states Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) said. The Jat-dominated Khinsvar seat witnessed [] The post Rajasthan bypolls: Khinvsar records highest voting at 75.62 pc appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
JAIPUR: Voting for the bypolls across seven assembly seats in Rajasthan concluded on Wednesday, with 69 candidates in the race. However, the spotlight remains on six key political figures whose reputations hinge on the outcome of this election. The results on November 23 will significantly impact the political influence of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, Congress State President Govind Singh Dotasara, Sachin Pilot, Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirori Lal Meena, RLP Chief Hanuman Beniwal, and BAP leader Rajkumar Roat. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, who was unexpectedly appointed just 10 months ago in his debut as MLA, faces his first electoral test as the states leader. Of the seven seats, only one was previously held by the BJP. If the ruling party gains more seats, it would elevate Sharmas standing. While the party lost 11 seats in the recent Lok Sabha electionsfought under central leadershipsuccess here could reinforce Sharmas credibility. Rajkumar Roat, founder of the Bharatiya Adivasi Party (BAP) just before the assembly elections, has three MLAs and is himself a Member of Parliament. Known for his influence in Chaurasi and Salumbar, Roat's party could become the third largest in the assembly, bolstered by the strong victory margin in Chaurasi in the last election. Under State President Govind Singh Dotasaras leadership, the Congress won 11 seats in the recent Lok Sabha elections, ending a 25-0 drought since 2014. It currently holds four of the seven contested seats. A loss here could dent Dotasaras reputation, but any gains will further strengthen his influence within the party. Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirori Lal Meenas brother Jagmohan Meena is the BJP candidate from Dausa, with rumours suggesting the ministers resignation may have influenced the ticket allocation. A win for Jagmohan would solidify Dr. Meenas standing, while a loss could prove challenging, as he has publicly expressed disappointment over previous setbacks in the Lok Sabha elections. Sachin Pilot, with significant sway in Dausa, Deoli-Uniyara, and Jhunjhunu, has seen candidates fielded in these regions on his recommendation. Retaining these seats would enhance Pilots influence, while a loss could diminish his standing in the party. Hanuman Beniwal, RLP leader and long-time representative of Khinvsar since 2008, is now fielding his wife, Kanika Beniwal, from the same seat. Despite a narrow victory margin of 2,059 votes in 2023, Beniwal faces a strong challenge from the BJPs Revatram Danga, along with additional pressure from Congress. Over 1.9 million voters (1 million men and 900,000 women) were eligible to vote. Dausa and Khinvsar lead with 12 candidates each, while Salumbar has the fewest at six. Chaurasi and Ramgarh each have 10 candidates, Jhunjhunu has 11, and Deoli-Uniara has eight. The race is triangular in most constituencies: - Jhunjhunu: Rajendra Bhambu (BJP), Amit Ola (Congress), and Independent Rajendra Gudha. - Khinvsar: Revantram Danga (BJP), Ratan Chaudhary (Congress), and Kanika Beniwal (RLP). - Chaurasi: Karilal Nanoma (BJP), Mahesh Roat (Congress), and Anil Katara (BAP). - Salumbar: Shanta Devi (BJP), Reshma Meena (Congress), and Jitesh Katara (BAP). - Deoli-Uniara: Rajendra Gurjar (BJP), KC Meena (Congress), and Independent Naresh Meena. Direct battles are expected in: - Dausa, between Jagmohan Meena (BJP) and Deendayal Bairwa (Congress). - Ramgarh, between Sukhwant Singh (BJP) and Aryan Zubair Khan (Congress). As the countdown to the results begins, these political heavyweights await the decision of the voters, with their reputations on the line.
KVS Kala Utsav celebrations conclude with grand cultural fest
Hyderabad: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) National Kala Utsav, part of the Rashtriya Ekta Parv celebrations, concluded with a spectacular cultural festival at PM SHRI KV Picket on 13 November. The three-day programme concluded with an award presented to the winners of various competitions, Jaipur region won in vocal music, Kolkata region in instrumental music, Bangalore region in dance, Ernakulam region in theatre art, and also in traditional storytelling. A standout moment of the event was the Telangana dance performance, which captivated the audience. The events valedictory ceremony was graced by Brigadier Shailendra Singh, Commandant AOC and VMC chairman, who delivered an inspiring speech about India's rich cultural heritage. P. Anuradha, assistant commissioner of KVS, RO Hyderabad, welcomed the guests, while Roopinder Singh, principal of PM SHRI KV Picket, along with several other principals, event organisers, coordinators, and dignitaries, attended the event.
India's Digital Economy To Reach One-Fifth Of GDP By 2026, Says RBI Deputy Governor Michael Patra
In his inaugural address at the DEPR Conference on 'Digital Technology, Productivity and Economic Growth in India' in Jaipur, Patra also said India is uniquely positioned to unlock new growth avenues.
Man drives Thar on railway tracks in Jaipur; loco pilot spots car in time
The loco pilot then informed the railway staff through the walkie-talkie about the vehicle blocking the tracks following which the vehicle was seized by the police, an official said
Digital transfers of funds for public services up 56 pc in 2024: RBI Deputy Guv
Jaipur, Nov 13: The average number of daily e-transactions to access public services in India has increased by 56 per cent in 2024 compared to the previous year while there has been a transfer pf Rs 6.9 lakh crore through the digitally-powered Direct Benefit Transfers (DBT) under 314 schemes, benefiting 176 crore beneficiaries in the [] The post Digital transfers of funds for public services up 56 pc in 2024: RBI Deputy Guv appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Independent candidate for Deoli-Uniara bypoll in Rajasthan slaps election official
JAIPUR: An Independent candidate for the Deoli-Uniara Assembly bypoll allegedly slapped a Sub-Divisional Officer engaged in election duty on Wednesday as area magistrate, officials said. Voting for the bypolls to seven Assembly seats in Rajasthan is underway with close to 25 per cent of votes cast till 11 am. The counting of votes will be held on November 23. Naresh Meena, a Congress rebel contesting as an Independent, allegedly caught the Sub-Divisional Officer of Malpura, Amit Chaudhary, by his collar and slapped him, an official said. District election officer and Tonk Collector Saumya Jha said the residents of Samravta village had announced the bypoll boycott. The village currently comes under the Nagar Fort Tehsil. The villagers are demanding that the village be brought under the Uniara Tehsil which is nearer, she said. Independent candidate Naresh Meena supported the villagers who had declared to boycott the polls. When Chaudhary, the area magistrate for the bypoll, went to the village to convince people to cast their votes, the Independent candidate slapped him, Jha said. About the villagers' demand, she said that it was raised a few days ago and they were told that the matter would be taken up after the model code of conduct is lifted.
Rajasthan: Independent candidate for Deoli-Uniara bypoll slaps election official
Jaipur: An Independent candidate for the Deoli-Uniara Assembly bypoll allegedly slapped a Sub-Divisional Officer engaged in election duty on Wednesday as area magistrate, officials said. Voting for the bypolls to seven Assembly seats in Rajasthan is underway with close to 25 per cent of votes cast till 11 am. The counting of votes will be held on November 23. Naresh Meena, a Congress rebel contesting as an Independent, allegedly caught the Sub-Divisional Officer of Malpura, Amit Chaudhary, by his collar and slapped him, an official said. District election officer and Tonk Collector Saumya Jha said the residents of Samravta village had announced the bypoll boycott. The village currently comes under the Nagar Fort Tehsil. The villagers are demanding that the village be brought under the Uniara Tehsil which is nearer, she said. Independent candidate Naresh Meena supported the villagers who had declared to boycott the polls. When Chaudhary, the area magistrate for the bypoll, went to the village to convince people to cast their votes, the Independent candidate slapped him, Jha said. About the villagers' demand, she said that it was raised a few days ago and they were told that the matter would be taken up after the model code of conduct is lifted.
Zero-metre visibility was recorded at the Indira Gandhi International Airport at 8.30 am with the Runway Visual Range varying between 125 and 500 metres at different locations, the IMD said. One of the officials said six flights were diverted to Jaipur and one to Lucknow.
Jaipur-based South Western Command establishes think tank Gyan Shakti
The think tank aims to create a combined pool of talent of all stakeholders, which would be ideally suited to advise the industry and the government on the way forward
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Agitation a la Sholay ends, men descend water tank after minister's assurance
Jaipur: Two men perched on a water tank for two days to demand the cancellation of a sub-inspector recruitment exam ended their agitation on Tuesday after Rajasthan minister Kirodi Lal Meena climbed up to discuss the issue with them and finally succeeded in his entreaties. Reprising a much loved scene from 'Sholay' 49 years ago, Laduram Chaudhary (35) and Vikas Bidhuri (34) had been on the tank since Sunday, going 50 hours without food or water. It took Meena to persuade them to come down, assuring them that he would arrange a meeting with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma after the assembly bypolls. I will meet the CM on November 14... I will make them meet him and raise their demand, Meena told reporters. As curious crowds gathered at the spot in the city's Himmat Nagar area, Meena used a loudspeaker to speak to the two men. Beta, neeche aa jao. Beth kar baat karenge aur koi rasta nikalenge (Come down please. We will sit and talk to find a solution), he appealed. And one of them in turn said, 'No Baba, you come up.' The tribal leader is known as Baba in many quarters. And so it was that the 73-year-old, who had raised the paper leak issue with the previous Congress-led government, climbed up the many stairs to hold talks with the two men demanding that the SI recruitment 2021 exam be cancelled. The BJP leader was initially unsure of going up. Turning towards the media waiting for him, he said he had come straight from the by-election campaign in Dausa. They have not taken food or water for over 50 hours. I have requested them to come down, he said. Meena said Bidhuri and Laduram could not clear the Sl recruitment exam because they were short of just seven and three marks, respectively. They did hard work but paper mafias leaked paper during the former Congress government. Three chairmen of the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) were also involved in the paper leaks. I had given evidence to the former government but nothing was done, he said. The agriculture minister then decided to talk to them face to face. A ladder was brought and Meena ascended the rungs to reach the stairs of the tank with the help of his two security personnel. The two young men also came down and touched the minister's feet. After that, the three went up again and were in talks for more than 90 minutes. A hydraulic machine was called in to bring Meena, who was having trouble in his knees, and the men down. The men announced they would call off the agitation saying that they trust Meena. Chaudhary and Bidhuri have been the centre of much attention since Sunday when they climbed the high tank and waved banners from the railing. As soon as other unemployed youths raising the same demand got the news, they rushed to the spot in solidarity. Police surrounded the place and placed a net around the tank. A team of SDRF was also called to handle the situation. The youths demanded a meeting with the chief minister over the issue but police and administration officials tried to convince them to come down without assuring them anything. Bidhuri also posted videos on his social media accounts from the tank. According to Meena, the present BJP government has formed an SIT and arrested 50 trainee sub inspectors and other paper mafias. He said the Special Operation Group (SOG), which is investigating the paper leak cases, the advocate general and a cabinet sub-committee have recommended that the SI recruitment exam be cancelled. The 'Sholay' hangover, and the scene with a drunk Veeru (Dharmendra) climbing a water tower to woo his lady love Basanti (Hema Malini), continues to inspire. On Monday, two youths climbed up a mobile tower demanding a CBI inquiry in the murder of deaf and mute girl. The youths climbed up a tower located in the MI Road area after which a civil defence and police team reached the spot and brought them down safely.
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Video: Drunk Man Drives Thar On Railway Track To Shoot A Reel. It Gets Stuck
A man was on Monday arrested for driving his car, a Mahindra Thar, on a railway track in Rajasthan's Jaipur. The man, said to be drunk, had taken his SUV on to railway tracks to shoot a reel for social media.
The North Western Railway is recruiting for 1,791 Apprentice positions. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official RRC Jaipur website, rrcjaipur.in, from November 10 to December 10, 2024. Applicants must have completed their 10th grade with a minimum of 50% marks and hold a National Trade Certificate. A fee of 100 applies, with exemptions for certain categories.
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Sharmila Tagore attends a polo match in Delhi
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Ram Temple completion delayed to Sept 2025 over stone carver shortage
Workers at the construction site of Ram temple in Ayodhya (Photo by Arun SANKAR / AFP) Workers at the construction site of Ram temple in Ayodhya (Photo by Arun SANKAR / AFP) Ayodhya: The completion of the Ram temple, initially slated for June 2025, will now be delayed by three months and is expected to be finished by September 2025, according to Nripendra Mishra, chairman of the construction committee. Mishra attributed the delay to a shortage of 200 stone carvers, which has affected the construction process. Key structures such as the auditorium, boundary, and circumambulation path are still pending. Additionally, 8.5 lakh cubic feet of red Bansi Paharpur stones, needed for the temple's boundary, have arrived in Ayodhya but the lack of skilled carvers has hindered progress. Some stones used for the first floor of the temple were found to be weak and thin. These will be replaced with stronger Makrana stones. Despite these challenges, work is progressing across various parts of the project. The statues for the temple, being crafted in Jaipur, are expected to be completed by December. These include a statue of Ramas court, sculptures for seven temples within the campus, and six statues for the boundary temples. The statues will be transported to Ayodhya by the end of December, and a decision will be made on their placement. Two Ram Lalla statues, already approved by the trust, will also be assigned proper locations. In addition, discussions have resumed about improving the accessibility of the exit route for devotees, as heavy crowds near the Janmabhoomi Path are currently obstructing the flow of visitors leaving the temple.
Jamtara to Rajasthan: Cyber fraud hubs shift as villages resist law enforcement
With cyber fraud activities rising in Rajasthan, law enforcement faces increased resistance in arresting suspects, as entire villages are reportedly involved. Police reveal how villages like Bharatpur and cities like Jodhpur and Jaipur are operating as centers of online fraud, utilizing mule accounts and evading capture with local support
IRCTC portal, app hang during Tatkal hours
CHENNAI: IRCTC portal malfunctioning or freezing during Tatkal ticket bookings was something of the past, but in the last few months it has been hanging, and only loads after four or five minutes, by which time the tickets are either waitlisted or unavailable. What makes the issue suspicious is the claims from passengers that travel agents are able to book confirmed Tatkal tickets even on high-demand routes during the same high-demand booking window. The Tatkal bookings open at 10am for AC classes and 11am for non-AC class (sleeper and second sitting). IRCTC had upgraded its server a few years back to handle high traffic demand during Tatkal bookings, but it has resurfaced again in recent months. The IRCTC rail connect mobile app also faces the same issue, say commuters. As per official data, more than 80% of train tickets are booked online. IRCTC officials admitted that they have been receiving complaints recently , particularly during Deepavali and Chhath festival, and maintained that the issue was due to high volume of bookings and it was escalated to the concerned team. To increase the chances of getting confirmed tickets, S Jeyavel, a rail enthusiast, said he loads money into the IRCTC R-wallet to reduce payment waiting time. Ive saved my wifes and my details in the master list on the portal to avoid re-entering them during booking, he added. However, in the last four months, when he attempted to book tickets on five different occasions, he was logged out each time. When he logged in again, he received an error message indicating an incorrect captcha, even though he had entered it correctly. He added that his IRCTC account was verified with Aadhaar, and until April or May he was able to book Tatkal tickets without any issues. Previously, the IRCTC portal would only develop glitches at 11am, when bookings opened for the non-AC class, which accounts for nearly 70% of Indian Railways tickets. However, the portal never crashed at 10am, when AC Tatkal bookings opened. S Ramchand, a resident of Mannady, shared a similar experience. I couldnt book tickets from Chennai to Jaipur despite using high-speed internet, but a travel agent managed to secure them. The moment I clicked Book Now on the website, the system froze and failed to load. Ramchand added that his staff was only able to secure a confirmed ticket at the counter two months back, after waiting in line for two hours. Even at the reservation counters, the staff say they frequently encounter system issues, he said. According to railway board norms, a passenger can book 24 train tickets in a month on the IRCTC website and app if the user id is linked to Aadhaar, and 12 without linking Aadhaar.
BEE to Highlight AP, TG Energy Efficiency Milestones at Global Meet
Vijayawada : Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), a statutory body under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, will showcase the energy efficiency milestones related to Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana states at the Fourth International Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) scheduled to be held at Chitrakoot in Madhya Pradesh from November 22 to November 24. BEE Southern India media adviser A. Chandrasekhar Reddy said the bureaus energy efficiency programmes have provided tangible clean energy solutions, contributing to sustainable development and addressing climate change. He underlined that these achievements have recently been showcased at the South Asia Clean Energy Forum 2024 organised by USAID in Jaipur in collaboration with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). Chandrasekhar Reddy pointed out that the Chitrakoot conference will provide a platform for BEE to share key case studies and success stories from the southern region of India. The conference will particularly highlight the role of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Telangana, Karnataka and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands in driving energy efficiency at the grassroots level. The BEE Southern India media adviser said these states have set an example for the rest of the country in achieving SDG targets through efficient energy management.
GST leviable on AAI-Adani concessionaire pact for Thiruvananthapuram airport: Kerala AAR
NEW DELHI, Nov 10: The concessionaire agreement between the AAI and Adani Thiruvananthapuram International Airport Ltd is not a transfer of business, but supply of services and hence is liable to GST, the Kerala-bench of the GST Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR) has said. The Kerala AAR ruling is contrary to the rulings passed by the Rajasthan and Gujarat Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling (AAAR) in the case of transfer of Jaipur and Ahmedabad airports and Uttar Pradesh AAR [] The post GST leviable on AAI-Adani concessionaire pact for Thiruvananthapuram airport: Kerala AAR appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jaipur Diary: Sharma finds self in a fix after a slip during rally
RLP chief faces BJP wrath over remarks The by-elections to be held on seven seats in Rajasthan have now become interesting. On the famous Khinvsar seat, BJP leader Jyoti Mirdha has cornered Nagaur MP and RLP chief Beniwal over the objectionable statement made on Congress leader Divya Maderna. It is worth noting that Beniwal had contested the Lok Sabha elections in alliance with Congress. Whereas in the assembly by-election, Congress did not form an alliance with him and Beniwal has fielded his wife Kanika Beniwal.. Mirdha said that if he (Hanuman Beniwal) does not respect women at home, then what can people outside expect from him. Sharma finds self in a fix after a slip during rally Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has once again found himself in the spotlight after a verbal slip during a recent election rally. Sharma mistakenly claimed that even Rahul Gandhi and his father couldnt remove Article 370 from Kashmir, sparking a viral reaction online, as BJP actively supports Article 370s removal. Quick to respond, Sharma corrected his statement with the media, but not before social media took notice. This isnt Sharmas first gaffe; he has been consistently making headlines with similar blunders since he has became CM. Tiger attacks continue in Ranthambore Tiger attacks continue to haunt Ranthambore National Park. Only recently, a tourist visiting the famous Trinetra Ganesh temple narrowly escaped a tiger attack, suffering a scratch on his hand. The culprit? A young cub of the tigress Arrowhead. The forest department quickly responded, deploying extra security for temple-goers and tourists. This incident follows a tragic attack on November 2, when a tiger killed a local man. Later, the villagers killed that tiger. Following this, when the department became alert about the safety of tigers, shockingly, an audit revealed 26 tigers are unaccounted for in the park, sparking a high-level search. Rajesh Asnani Our correspondent in Jaipur rajesh.asnani@newindianexpress.com
Ram temple in Ayodhya likely to miss June deadline, to be ready by September 2025
LUCKNOW: The upcoming Ram temple in Ayodhya, scheduled to be completed in June 2025, will take an additional three months time to be fully ready. As a result, the temple is now expected to be fully functional by September 2025, according to Nripendra Mishra, the chairman of the construction committee. After chairing the two-day meeting of the construction committee in temple town on Thursday and Friday, Mishra said there was shortage of 200 stone carvers, causing delay in the construction work, while structures like the auditorium, boundary, and circumambulation path are yet to be completed. Mishra said that 8.5 lakh cubic feet of red Bansi Paharpur stones would have to be used in the temples outer wall. The stones have arrived in Ayodhya but there is a shortage of carvers, he added. He also noted that some stones on the first floor appeared weak in density. Those will be replaced with makrana marble and the work on first floor along with other portions is on. The Temple Construction Committee chairman also shared with media persons that all the statues to be installed in different parts of the temple premises were under process in Jaipur and would be completed by December. These include the statue of Ram Darbar, statues for seven temples on the premises, and statues for six temples on the outer wall. The statues will arrive in Ayodhya by December end. A decision will then be made on their placement. Two statues of Ram Lalla, already accepted by the Shree Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Sthal Trust, will also be installed at pre-decided locations. There was a renewed discussion about making the Ram temple exit route more accessible.
Himateja of Adilabad Scores His Maiden Century in Ranji
Adilabad: Himateja Kodimela, 22, of Adilabad on Saturday scored the first century against Rajasthan cricket team in the Ranji Trophy match in Jaipur. He is playing his debut Ranji matches representing the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA). Himateja scored 101 runs and remained not out in the match against the Rajasthan team. The local youth scored 380 runs with an average of 63.3 in seven innings in the Ranji Trophy, including three half-centuries and a century till now.
SpiceJet Set to Launch Seaplane Services Across India to Boost Tourism and Connectivity
SpiceJet is set to introduce seaplane services across India starting next year, connecting remote yet scenic destinations like Lakshadweep, Shillong, Guwahati, and Hyderabad. This move is intended to enhance tourism and make travel to hard-to-reach areas more accessible and efficient. The airline already has rights to operate seaplanes on 20 designated routes. SpiceJets chairman and managing director, Ajay Singh, shared his enthusiasm, saying, Seaplanes have the potential to transform Indias regional connectivity, opening up access to some of the most stunning, yet remote, parts of the country. He emphasized that SpiceJet is actively working with government and aviation authorities to make this service a reality. The airline recently conducted seaplane trials in various locations, providing essential technical and logistical support. Avani, Ajay Singhs daughter, who previously led SpiceHealth, is now leading the seaplane project for SpiceJet. She highlighted the company's commitment to expanding regional connectivity to bring affordable air travel to more people, regardless of their location. On Saturday, SpiceJet demonstrated a seaplane flight from Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada to Srisailam Dam in Andhra Pradesh, with the event attended by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu. Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu remarked that seaplane operations mark a new chapter for Andhra Pradesh, bringing transformative potential not only to the state but to India as a whole. He noted that while earlier attempts at seaplane operations had faced delays due to challenges such as the Covid pandemic, CM Naidu had long recognized the value of seaplanes for the region. He further mentioned that Prime Minister Modi had also promoted seaplane trials in Gujarat, indicating national support for water-based aviation projects. MORE..... Andhra Pradesh Launches Seaplane Demo Flight to Boost Tourism and Employment SpiceJet Expands 8 New Flights from Jaipur as Part of Winter Schedule SpiceJet Enhances Travel Options with 32 New Flights Starting This Winter
Driving Growth: Shefali Sinha & Tarun Dutta on Marriott's India Expansion
Marriott International has recently transitioned six properties owned by SAMHI Hotels Ltd from franchise to managed operations. This strategic transitionstrengthens Marriotts managed portfolio across Indias prominent cities. The conversion aims to deepen Marriott's partnership with SAMHI Hotels Ltd and promises to enhance visibility, revenue potential, and guest satisfaction in key cities. Leading the sales and marketing efforts for this transition are Tarun Dutta and Shefali Sinha, the Cluster Directors of Sales and Marketing at Marriott International, who play pivotal roles in integrating these properties into Marriott's extensive global sales and distribution networks. Together, they oversee a portfolio of 17 Marriott-SAMHI hotels across ninecities and five brands,both business and leisure destinations, a significant undertaking that includes ensuring a smooth integration for the newly managed properties. In an exclusive interview with Deccan Chronicle, they shared strategic insights grounded in their deep market expertise and discussed their efforts to elevate each propertys presence within the competitive hospitality landscape. Growth Through Multi-ProngedStrategy As part of the managed portfolio, the six properties Fairfield by Marriott Mahindra World City, Four Points by Sheraton Chennai OMR, Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur, Four Points by Sheraton Pune, Fairfield by Marriott Hyderabad, and Fairfield by Marriott Ahmedabad - gain access to Marriotts extensive distribution channels. This includes visibility on Marriotts global platforms, amplified by access to over 210 million Marriott Bonvoy members, creating valuable exposure to diverse and loyal clientele. According to the duo, whose expertise spans both hospitality and technology, the key to maximizing the value of each property lies in an adaptable revenue strategy. By utilizing digital marketing, CRM systems, and data analytics, they are focused on optimizing sales efficiency and staying attuned to shifting market demands. Our approach centers on data-driven insights while leveraging brand loyalty. By prioritizing high-impact, high-ROI projects, we are poised to enhance revenue and strengthen the competitive positioning across these markets, Tarun explains. His background in both fields allows him to seamlessly blend technology with hospitality, transforming these properties into high-performing assets. Elevated Guest Experiences Shefali Sinha, who has previously spearheaded experiential offerings at IHCL, along with Tarun believes that modern travelers seek more than just a stay; they look forward to enhanced guest experiences. Hospitality today is about creating memorable stays that are in line with travelers interests. Shefali shares. With a keen eye on consumer behavior trends, the duo incorporates insights from social listening and competitor benchmarking to shape initiatives that resonate with todays discerning traveler. They emphasize on the significance of enhancing guest engagement, a priority across these newly managed hotels. Focusing on key business and leisure destinations, these comfortable and value-driven accommodation options are all set to strike a perfect balance between work and relaxation Future Ahead As the sales & marketing masters continue to shape the transition, their leadership highlights the dual focus on strategic innovation and long-term brand impact. From Taruns goal-setting strategies, inspired by his passion for sports, to Shefalis creativity fueled by her love of culinary arts and herevolved world outlook, both bring unique perspectives to the portfolio's objectives in India. In line with Marriotts global standards, the six properties offer a unified yet distinctly local experience, balancing comfort with style. This transition underscores Marriotts commitment to delivering memorable stays, with access to the vast benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program.
IRCTC announces domestic, international tour packages
CHENNAI: The South Zone of the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) on Friday announced various domestic and international tour packages for November and December. Under its Udupi-Murudeshwar programme for four days, Mangaluru, Udupi, Murudeshwar, Sringeri, Horanadu, Dharmasthala, Kukke Subramanya temples will be covered at a cost of Rs 30,900 per person. The programme to Gujarat which includes a trip to the Statue of Unity will also include Vadodara, Bhuvnagar, Somnath, Dwarka and Rajkot. This is a nine-day programme costing Rs 43,000. The other domestic packages include Pancha Jyothirlinga Yatra, The Golden Triangle of Odisha and the Royal Rajasthan, the first two of them for five days and the third for seven days. The trip to Pancha Jyothirlinga Yatra in Maharashtra for five days, costing Rs 33,900 and covering Bhimashankar, Trimbakeshwar, Grushnehwar, Anudha Nagnath, Parli Vaijnath and Puri and Shirdi. Golden Triangle of Odisha for five days will cost Rs 38,000 and it includes Bhubaneswar, Chilika lake, Konark and Puri. Royal Rajasthan trip for seven days, costing Rs 42,000, will cover Bikaner, Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Pushkar and Udaipur. IRCTC has also announced international packages to Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Srilanka, Bali and Thailand. The six-day trip to Singapore and Malaysia costs Rs 1,12,500. The five-day trip to Abu Dhabi and Dubai comes at Rs 93,500. The six-day trip to Sri Lanka covers Colombo, Kandy, Kataragama and Nuwara Eliya. The trips to Lanka, Bali-Indonesia and Thailand (which includes Pattaya and Bangkok) cost Rs 64,500, Rs 84,900 and Rs 67,500 respectively.
PKL Season 11: Ayan, Devank star as Patna Pirates beat Jaipur Panther in nail-biting clash
PKL Season 11: Ayan, Devank star as Patna Pirates beat Jaipur Panther in nail-biting clash Hyderabad: The young duo of Ayan Lohchab (14) and Devank Dalal (11) scored 25 points between them as the Patna Pirates secured an impressive 43-41 victory over the Jaipur Pink Panthers in a Season 11 match of the Pro Kabaddi [] The post PKL Season 11: Ayan, Devank star as Patna Pirates beat Jaipur Panther in nail-biting clash appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ayodhya's Ram temple to take 3 more months, to be completed by September 2025
The Ram temple in Ayodhya, originally slated for a June 2025 completion, will now be finished by September 2025 due to a shortage of stone carvers. The delay also stems from pending construction of the auditorium, boundary, and circumambulation path. Despite the setback, statues for the temple are being crafted in Jaipur and will be installed by December.
SC orders BJP Leader Girraj Singh Malinga to surrender over assault on engineers
JAIPUR: The Supreme Court has issued a significant order against former MLA and BJP leader Girraj Singh Malinga, instructing him to surrender within two weeks in connection with the brutal assault on two public servantsan Assistant Engineer (AEN) and a Junior Engineer (JEN)that occurred two years ago. The court's directive came after it lifted a stay on a previous High Court ruling that had granted Malinga bail. The decision marks a decisive stance in the case. The bench, consisting of Justice V. Ramasubramanian and Justice Arvind Kumar, ordered Malinga to surrender, following which a hearing on his Special Leave Petition (SLP) will take place in four weeks. During the proceedings, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi represented Malinga, while Additional Advocate General Shiv Mangal Sharma appeared on behalf of the government. The victims side presented photographs and testimony highlighting the brutality of the assault. The court emphasised that such attacks on public servants are intolerable and underscored the need for accountability. The incident in question occurred on March 28, 2022, when Malinga was touring the Bari area in Dholpur district. During a public hearing, he received complaints against Electricity Department officials, which led him to confront the AEN and JEN at their office. A verbal altercation quickly escalated into a violent physical assault, with a video of the attack later circulating on social media. The JEN, 28-year-old Harshadhipati, suffered multiple fractures from the assault and has remained hospitalised for an extended period, still struggling with the long-term consequences of the attack. The case has attracted considerable public attention, with the Supreme Courts ruling highlighting the need for justice in such serious matters involving public officials.
Patna Pirates Secure Close Victory Over Jaipur Panther
Hyderabad : The young duo of Ayan Lohchab (14) and Devank Dalal (11) scored 25 points between them as the Patna Pirates secured an impressive 43-41 win over the Jaipur Pink Panthers at the GMCB Indoor Stadium on Friday. Both raiders scored well-earned Super 10s, but it was a late surge from the Patna Pirates defenders that was enough to overturn Arjun Deshwal's 20 points, taking them to third on the points table as they wrap up their matches in the Hyderabad leg of PKL 11. LIVE MATCH Jaipur Pink Panthers were in the driving seat from the get-go, and it was their captain Arjun Deshwal who commanded the proceedings. Ably supported by Neeraj Narwal, as well as his defenders, the Jaipur Pink Panthers took the early lead, despite Devank Dalal and Ayan Lohchab scoring the occasional point for the Patna Pirates. With not much support from their teammates, the Patna Pirates were ALL OUT in the 10th minute itself, as the Jaipur Pink Panthers dominated the mat. Arjun's brilliant form was backed up with a Super Raid, with which the star raider completed his Super 10. As the first half neared its close, the Patna Pirates kept their cool and worked their way back by reducing their deficit. Devank (8) and Ayan (10) scored 18 of the Patna Pirates' points and with 3 minutes left to the first half, they inflicted an ALL OUT on the Jaipur Pink Panthers to take the lead. Eventually, the scoreline read 25-21 at the end of the first half. Arjun continued his powerful performance in the second half, with a massive Super Raid ending in 5 points for the Jaipur Pink Panthers. It was enough to take his team ahead of their opponents, reducing the Patna Pirates to just one player on the mat. He was also sent off after another successful raid from Arjun Deshwal, which meant that the Patna Pirates were ALL OUT for a second time in the match. It took the Patna Pirates seven minutes to score their first point in the second half, with Ayan completing his Super 10 in the same move. This also spurred his team to action, as the Patna Pirates once again worked closing the difference. While Arjun reached the 20-point mark, a much-deserved milestone in the match for him, the Patna Pirates were behind by just 1 point with 10 minutes remaining in the game. An exciting match to the very end, Devank Dalal completed his Super 10 with a bonus point but was successfully tackled by Ankush Rathee as well. Consecutive Super Tackles kept the Patna Pirates in the game and equalized the score with three minutes remaining. In the end, Devank scored a bonus point in a Do-Or-Die raid while Patna Pirates' Shubham Shinde completed a successful tackle to seal a hard-fought win for the three-time PKL champions.
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Food delivery app Waayu goes live in Hyderabad and Secunderabad
Hyderabad :Waayu App, a zero-commission food delivery app, went live in Hyderabad and Secunderabad on Wednesday. With Hyderabad, it aims to collaborate with restaurants, giving an impetus to order generation for restaurants and service to consumers without additional charges. Waayu is eager to be of service to the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Considering the rich culinary culture, it is obvious to see a rapidly growing restaurant sector here. With Waayu App, we aim to eliminate commission fees and provide a sustainable and profitable model for the restaurant ecosystem. We have found support in Telangana State Hotels Association, which will extend its expertise to enhance our expansion in the state capital, said Mandar Lande, chief executive office and co-founder, Waayu App. The app is gaining traction across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Jaipur. Its revenue channels include fixed fee deals, one-time onboarding fee and others, according to a release.
Rahul Gandhi's remarks on former royal families spark controversy in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has ignited a major controversy in Rajasthan with his recent remarks about Indias former royal families, published across multiple newspapers. His statements have drawn sharp criticism from BJP leaders and Rajput leaders in the desert state, who are now demanding a public apology from Gandhi. Among those condemning his comments are Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Khinvsar, BJP state in-charge Radha Mohan Agarwal, and former Leader of Opposition Rajendra Rathore. Diya Kumari, a member of Jaipurs former royal family, took to social media to criticise Gandhi, saying, He wrote that former royal families took bribes and criticised them. This shows he has no knowledge of history. He should first gather knowledge. As an MP, he should have collected all the relevant facts before making such statements, but he didn't. Kumari further highlighted the significant contributions of royal families to India's history, stating, If you read history, you will know that royal families have contributed for years. They sacrificed everything for the unification of the country. Political leaders should avoid tarnishing others to enhance their own image and should uphold the dignity of their constitutional positions. Senior BJP leader Rajendra Rathore, who is the former Leader of Opposition, also condemned Gandhis remarks, asserting that the countrys kings and maharajas never compromised their self-respect or the nations sovereignty before foreign powers. If theres any comparison to be made with the East India Company, its with the Congress, Rathore said, intensifying the criticism. BJP state in-charge Radha Mohan Agarwal expressed his surprise, labelling Gandhis remarks as light, cheap, and foolish. He added, If this were a historical fact, it might have been accepted, but history has recorded the opposite. The whole country recognises the Rajput communitys contributions with open hearts. The relationship between the Congress party and Indias former royal families has historically been strained. During former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's tenure, the abolition of the Privy Purse, which were allowances granted to former royals, was strongly opposed by the royal families, particularly in Rajasthan. The strained ties between former MP Gayatri Devi of the Jaipur royal family and Indira Gandhi are well documented. Rajasthan folklore still recounts stories of the government taking control of Jaigarh Forts treasures during Indira Gandhis emergency era. With by-elections approaching, it remains to be seen how Gandhis recent remarks will affect political dynamics in Rajasthan, particularly in light of the crucial by-polls to seven seats of the Rajasthan Assembly scheduled for November 13.
All-round performance ensures Haryana Steelers secure ecstatic victory over Gujarat Giants
Hyderabad : Haryana Steelers returned to winning ways after a massive 35-22 victory over the Gujarat Giants at the GMCB Indoor Stadium on Thursday. Vinay was their main player on the night with his 9 raid points, but he was ably supported by his able teammates to help their side to a comfortable victory. LIVE MATCH Guman Singh started off well for the Gujarat Giants, but Vinay for the Haryana Steelers stole an early lead with an impressive Super Raid just one minute into the game. This move spurred his team into action, and soon, Naveen and Jaya Soorya joined the action for the Steelers. Having gone ahead early in the match, the Haryana Steelers made life tough for the Gujarat Giants. Guman turned all-rounder for his side, keeping them in the game on a consistent basis, but did not receive enough support from his teammates. At the same time, Vinay's imposing raids saw him score 8 touch points at the end of the first half, as the score read 18-13 at the halftime stage. The script of the second half was the same as the first half, as the Haryana Steelers continued to build the pressure on their opponents. The match was played mostly on the Do-Or-Die raids, as Balaji D won a point to get Jaya Soorya for Haryana Steelers, while Himanshu Singh was dismissed by Jaideep. For every point that the Gujarat Giants scored, the Haryana Steelers had a response. Guman Singh carried his team throughout, but it was not enough as their side faced their first ALL OUT of the match with 2 minutes remaining. In the end, it was an all-round performance from the Haryana Steelers, led by their raider Vinay. His 9 points, alongside Mohammadreza Shadloui's 6 points, ensured a comfortable victory over the Gujarat Giants. Schedule for PKL Season 11 match on Friday, November 8: Match 1 Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates 8 pm Match 2 Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Tamil Thalaivas 9 pm
Ashu Malik caps off well-rounded team effort as Dabang Delhi K.C. beat Bengal Warriorz
Hyderabad : D Dabang Delhi K.C. bagged their third win of the season with an impressive 33-30 win over the Bengal Warriorz at the GMCB Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad on Thursday. Led by Ashu Maliks seventh Super 10 in eight matches, and contributions from Vinay and Ashish, they got over the line despite Nitin Dhankar scoring 15 points for the Bengal Warriorz. LIVE MATCH Bengal Warriorz started the game on the front foot as Mighty Mani and Fazel Atrachali hit the ground running with a bonus point and a tackle point respectively. The start seemed to be a statement from the Season 7 champions, but they didnt make the most of having Ashu Malik being off the mat. With a solid effort on the defensive end from Dabang Delhi K.C, they kept themselves in the game in the opening exchanges. It was Ashish who helped them level things up with a two-point raid. After the defensive units for both sides kept dictating the tempo of the game, it was a couple of errors from Bengal Warriorz that gave Dabang Delhi K.C. the lead. They carried on with that momentum in the closing stages of the first half, inflicting an ALL OUT to take a six-point lead. Ashu Malik had the better of his opposite number a couple of times too, ensuring that his team lead 19-13 at the end of the first half. Nitin Dhankar picked up his Super 10 early in the second half, almost singlehandedly keeping the Bengal Warriorz in the contest. Dabang Delhi K.C. continued their forays in the second half, with Ashu and then Vinay entering the party for their side. Nitin was the main aggressor for the Bengal Warriorz, but the support was lacking from his teammates. At this point, the skipper stepped up and completed his High 5 to keep his team in the game. Towards the last phase of the game, Nitin Dhankar managed to reach 15 points in the gap and close the gap down to four points. However, Ashu Malik was in complete control, completing a Super 10 of his own and ensuring that his side went on to end their four-match losing streak with an impress win. Preview for Matches on November 8 The first game of the day will see the Jaipur Pink Panthers take on the Patna Pirates, in what promises to be a titanic clash. The likes of Arjun Deshwal, Neeraj Narwal and Surjeet Singh will be keen to help the Jaipur Pink Panthers end their campaign in Hyderabad on a high. Meanwhile, in the other corner, the Patna Pirates have the young duo of Devank and Ayan calling the shots, scoring some big points, and they too will eye a winning end to their time in Hyderabad this season. The second contest on the day will feature the Dabang Delhi K.C. side take on the Tamil Thalaivas. For the Dabang Delhi K.C., the game is a crucial one as they are looking to end a losing streak, while the Tamil Thalaivas have been in good form, with the talismanic Sachin leading the way. Schedule for PKL Season 11 match on Friday, November 8: Match 1 Jaipur Pink Panthers vs Patna Pirates 8 pm Match 2 Dabang Delhi K.C. vs Tamil Thalaivas 9 pm
Rahul Gandhis comments on maharajas are cheap &insulting: Rajasthan BJP
Rahul Gandhis comments on maharajas are cheap & insulting: Rajasthan BJP Jaipur: Rajasthan BJP slammed the Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, saying his comments on the maharajas are cheap and insulting to the Indian royal families. Rahul Gandhis comment in the news article on the Indian royal families are cheap, [] The post Rahul Gandhis comments on maharajas are cheap & insulting: Rajasthan BJP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Dil Luminati India tour: How Much is Diljit Dosanjh's stay costing?
Diljit Dosanjh's Dil Luminati world tour has begun, and now it has India with a tour in a city like New Delhi in October. The singer is currently staying in Jaipur for his upcoming tour. The Dil Luminati tour will continue to entertain the fans in India with his upcoming shows scheduled in cities like Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Pune. The singer uploaded photos and videos of his tour on Instagram. He is staying at the lavish Oberoi Raj Villas in Jaipur. Diljit Dosanjh is known for his quirky and funny videos on Instagram, and he took to his Instagram ppostabout a glimpse of the lavish hotel he's staying at, which made the fans curious about the cost of staying at the hotel. The singer also posted the warm welcome he received at the pink city and pictures with the staff members. While Diljit Dosanjh was enjoying his stay at the hotel, it got all of us interested about the hotel. Oberoi Raj Villas This luxurious hotel is situated on the outskirts of the pink city. It is on 32 acres of land with beautiful Rajasthani heritage, traditional architecture, intricately designed mirror-stretched halls, and the Royals' history. The hotel was built in 1997 and has redefined its luxury hospitality, offering a range of rooms, villas, luxury tents, and accommodations. The hotel's prime location offers easy access to Jaipur's exotic and iconic sites like Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, and City Palace. According to the official website of Oberoi Raj Vilas, a night at the hotel can cost you between 60,000 and 1,75,000. However, the prices may vary according to your stay.
Maharashtra Woman Who Converted to Marry Jaipur Gym Trainer Accuses Him Of Torture, Extortion
Arif facilitated Pratimas conversion without asking her to change her name, which she later saw as part of a scheme involving her undervalued property sale
CCL Products Targets 22% Revenue, Profit Growth For FY25
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Voices of adolescents crucial in urban planning, says WUF
BHUBANESWAR: The importance of integrating opinions of adolescents in urban planning and development was highlighted by the World Urban Forum (WUF) on Wednesday. A session on Cities for Adolescents-The NexGen Agenda during the 12th edition of the WUF, convened by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme, at Cairo in Egypt laid emphasis on the transformative impact of giving adolescents a platform in urban planning. WUF has presented an assessment framework developed to gather insights from adolescents about the public spaces in their respective cities. The framework, devised by World Resources Institute (WRI) with assistance of Fondation Botnar, has been successfully implemented in the cities of Bhubaneswar and Jaipur. Founder chairperson of Humara Bachpan Trust Dharitri Patnaik, who was a panelist of the session, said the public space assessment framework tools can be instrumental in empowering adolescents, youths, locals, administrations and global leaders. While the public space assessment framework provides an opportunity to adolescents to document their experiences and needs, it offers data-driven insights to local administrators for youth-centric urban planning. For global leaders, the framework demonstrates a replicable model for inclusive city development, said Patnaik. The 12th edition of WUF is being held at Cairo from November 4 to 8.
Jaipur traders face threats after using Yogi Adityanaths slogan in Diwali campaign
JAIPUR: Two traders from Jaipur are in a serious predicament after using a slogan popularised by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The slogan, Batenge To Katenge (If we divide, we will be cut), which was intended to promote unity, was incorporated into their Diwali marketing campaign. However, the campaign has backfired, and the traders have reportedly received threatening phone calls from international numbers, causing concern among Jaipurs business community. Ahead of Diwali, the traders displayed posters across the city featuring the slogan: Batenge To Katenge Do your Diwali shopping from those who can make Diwali possible with your shopping. The posters, which included the traders' names and contact details, invited locals to support their businesses during the festive season. However, shortly after the posters went up, the traders began receiving threatening calls from international numbers, reportedly from Pakistan, Kuwait, and the Maldives. Callers allegedly used abusive language and warned that the traders would be shot within ten days. Alarmed, the traders filed a report at the Bajaj Nagar police station, sharing the details of the international numbers. The slogan Batenge To Katenge, which Adityanath had recently emphasised to discourage societal division, has gained traction in Uttar Pradesh as a call for unity. He stated, If we remain united, we will be safe and prosperous. If divided, we will fall, urging the public to guard against divisions based on caste, language, or other social factors. The message led to posters featuring the slogan appearing across Uttar Pradesh. However, when the Jaipur traders adapted the slogan for their own campaign, it seemingly attracted hostility. Their experience has caused concern within Jaipurs business circles, with other traders now worried about the possibility of similar escalations. Police have launched an investigation and are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of the traders and the wider community. Meanwhile, Yogi Adityanaths slogan has stirred controversy across the country. Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge responded by criticising the BJP, stating, You are the ones who divide, you are the ones who cut. With nine by-elections upcoming for the Uttar Pradesh Assembly, a clash of campaign slogans has erupted among political parties. In response to Adityanaths slogan, a Samajwadi Party (SP) worker from Deoria district put up a hoarding outside the SP office in Lucknow, reading, Judenge To Jeetenge (If we unite, we will win). The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), led by former Chief Minister Mayawati, joined the slogan race, declaring, If we join the BSP, we will progress and stay safe. SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav criticised the BJPs slogan, calling it negative and a reflection of the BJPs disappointment and failure. Yadav added that this slogan could go down as the worst in the countrys history and might lead to the BJPs political downfall. Responding to Yadav, Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya referred to the SPs PDA term, used by Yadav to denote support for backward, Dalit, and minority groups, as the Parivarti Development Agency. Mayawati, while criticising both the SP and BJP, claimed their slogans aimed to mislead the public and distract from their own shortcomings. As political parties continue to battle with slogans, the upcoming by-elections in Uttar Pradesh are shaping up to be as much about campaign narratives as they are about policy promises.
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Jaipur: In a shocking development, 25 tigers fromRajasthans Ranthambore National Park have gone missing in the last year. Rajasthans Chief Wildlife Warden, Pavan Kumar Upadhyay, has reported that 25 out of the 75 tigers in Ranthambore National Park have gone missing over the last year. This is the first time such a high number of [] The post 25 tigers missing from Ranthambore Park; investigation initiated appeared first on Northlines .
