Rajasthan: Explosion in Jaisalmer field, farmer escapes unhurt
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 29 (IANS) A powerful explosion rocked a field in the canal belt under the Mohangarh police station area of Jaisalmer on Thursday. The blast was reportedly heard up to two to three kilometres away. Shrapnel from the suspected bomb also struck a tractor parked nearby. Fortunately, the farmer escaped unhurt, and no casualties were reported. It should be noted that the Chandhan Field Firing Range is located near Mohangarh. The farmer, Dwarkaram, said he was working in the field with his tractor when he realised that he had lost his mobile phone. He had stepped away from the tractor to search for it when the explosion occurred. A thick cloud of smoke quickly engulfed the area. Recalling the frightening moment, Dwarkaram said his father, Tulsaram, shouted at him to lie down on the ground, fearing that another bomb might fall. The explosion triggered panic in the area, and a large number of villagers gathered at the site. After receiving information about the incident, police personnel reached the spot and alerted the Army. Police and Army personnel inspected the field and found remnants of the suspected bomb. The impact of the explosion left a crater approximately two feet deep, while fragments struck the tractor parked nearby. According to villagers, bombs had also fallen near the field around two years ago. However, there has been no official confirmation about the origin of the explosive object or the circumstances that led to Thursdays blast. The exact cause of the explosion remains unclear. Further investigation by the authorities is expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Yusha Nafees and Unnati Tripathi from Uttar Pradesh secured their first U-19 boys' and girls' titles at the Sub-Junior and Junior National Squash Championships in Jaipur on Thursday. Other winners included Hridhaan Shah (U-17 boys'), Alia Kankaria (U-13 girls'), and Inaya Andrabi (U-11 girls').
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Delhi HC refuses access to Race Course mosque for prayers
New Delhi, Oct 29: The Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to allow worshippers access to the Race Course mosque, even as the Centre assured no coercive action will be taken against the religious structure for the time being. Justice Anish Dayal, while hearing a petition to protect the mosque situated on a Lutyens' Delhi land parcel that has been taken over by the Centre for public purpose, noted the ongoing demolition work around the structure and said, If somebody gets injured, who is going to pay compensation? Union government standing counsel Ashish Dixit submitted that the authorities will decide a representation by the Delhi Waqf Board on the issue within four weeks and no coercive action would be taken in the meantime. In response to the petitioner's request to permit ingress and egress to the mosque, Dixit said such access would not be safe at this stage due to the ongoing demolition activity around it. Let it go. Let them decide. It is a fair submission. We can't force them to give access for prayers, the court told the petitioner's lawyer. Dixit said at present, worshippers are not permitted access to a temple on the site as well. Syed Ahmed Saud has sought directions from the court to protect the Race Course mosque -- a notified Waqf property since 1977 located in the precincts of Jaipur Polo Ground -- from demolition, as well as restoration of entry to the mosque. The Centre took over the Jaipur Polo Ground in June and the adjoining Delhi Race Club in August. Earlier, the Centre's counsel had said authorities have discontinued electricity and water supply to the mosque to avoid any risk to the public during demolition of other structures on the premises. The petitioner's counsel has argued that as a Grade II protected structure, any change in the mosque's existence required approval of the Heritage and Conservation Committee. He has said the authorities have brazenly and arbitrarily prohibited the petitioner from offering namaz at the mosque without any notice or order, which is in flagrant derogation of Articles 14 and 25 of the Constitution. The plea has alleged, On 21.10.2026, the petitioner, along with his friends, personally visited the subject masjid with the intention of offering namaz. However, upon reaching the recently installed iron gates at the entrance to the Race Course Compound, they were categorically denied entry by the security personnel stationed there. While the petitioner does not suggest that every restriction upon access constitutes conversion within the meaning of the Act, the State cannot disregard the historical religious character of the subject masjid when contemplating measures capable of permanently affecting its existence or religious identity, it added. The matter would be heard next on December 16.
Rajasthan: Cyclone Arnab weakens but rain, thunderstorms, hail likely in several districts
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 29 (IANS) Cyclonic storm 'Arnab' has weakened into a depression over southern Chhattisgarh and is likely to weaken further over the next 24 hours. Meanwhile, a fresh Western Disturbance has led to the formation of an induced cyclonic circulation over Punjab and adjoining areas, influencing weather conditions across parts of Rajasthan, said officials. They confirmed that Rajasthan is likely to witness thunderstorms, strong winds and rainfall across several districts on Thursday, with the possibility of moderate to heavy rain and hailstorms in parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Maximum temperatures are expected to fall by 35 degree Celsius over the next 24 hours, bringing relief from the prevailing warmth in several areas. According to the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, parts of the Bharatpur, Jaipur, Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to experience cloudy skies, thunderstorms, strong winds reaching 4050 kmph and light to moderate rainfall on October 29. Northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions may receive moderate to heavy rainfall, with hailstorms possible in some areas. The expected drop in maximum temperatures could bring a noticeable change in weather conditions across the affected regions. On Friday, October 30, light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds is likely to continue in some parts of the Jaipur, Bharatpur, Udaipur, Kota and Ajmer divisions of eastern Rajasthan. In western Rajasthan, isolated areas of the Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions may experience cloudy skies and light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday. However, most border areas are expected to remain largely dry. The IMD has forecast light to moderate rainfall in some parts of eastern Rajasthan on October 31. From November 1 onwards, the weather is likely to remain predominantly dry across most parts of the state.
Thief breaks into Rajasthan BJP MLAs home near Raj Bhavan, decamps with cash
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 29 (IANS) A thief broke into the residence of senior BJP MLA and former minister Pratap Singh Singhvi in Jaipurs Civil Lines, one of the citys high-security areas, late Wednesday night, officials said on Thursday. The incident drew a sharp reaction from the Opposition Congress, which said that the deteriorating law and order issue under the BJP-led government in the state has created panic among the people. The intruder reportedly remained inside the premises for nearly an hour while more than 10 people were asleep in the house. According to Singhvis personal assistant (PA), Rajveer Singh, the thief fled with approximately Rs 1.5 lakh in cash and some artificial jewellery. CCTV footage of the incident has also surfaced. According to the police, the incident took place around 2.15 a.m. on Thursday. The masked intruder allegedly broke a kitchen window to enter the house and used a screwdriver to break its lock. CCTV footage reportedly shows the suspect carrying a bag over his shoulder. After entering the property, he crawled on his knees through the garden area before making his way towards the main building. The suspects face is not clearly visible in the footage. When the family discovered the incident in the morning, they found the kitchen window broken and household items scattered around. The MLAs residence is located approximately 300 metres from Raj Bhavan and around 500 metres from the Chief Ministers official residence. More than 100 policemen are deployed round the clock in the area, where the movement of vehicles and people entering or leaving is monitored. Despite these security arrangements, the theft has raised questions about security in the high-security locality. According to family members, Singhvi, who also resides at the house, is currently in his assembly constituency of Chhabra in Baran district in connection with the panchayat elections. The family informed him about the theft after discovering it on Thursday morning. Singhvi subsequently spoke to the Jaipur Police Commissioner over the phone. The Station House Officer (SHO) of Sodala police station was among the first officials to reach the spot. DCP (South) also visited the residence to assess the situation. A Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team has been called to inspect the venue for evidence. Officials said a special team is investigating the case. Jewellery worth approximately Rs 1 lakh, along with artificial jewellery, has been stolen. The suspects are being identified based on CCTV footage, and the accused will be arrested soon, said DCP Rajiv Raj. Reacting to the burglary, former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot criticised the BJP government over the law-and-order situation in Jaipur, alleging that rising crime incidents were creating fear among the public. Gehlot said, Law and order in Jaipur, the state capital, has completely collapsed. The persistent occurrence of crimes in the city is instilling fear among the general public. On Wednesday night in Jamdoli, five miscreants attacked two jeweller brothers with iron rods and sticks and looted Rs 20 lakh. When a woman attempted to chase the perpetrators, they opened fire at her. Earlier this month, on October 1, a theft worth Rs 5 crore took place at a watch showroom on Tonk Road. Furthermore, a theft has been reported at the residence of former minister Pratap Singh Singhvi in Civil Linesan area considered among the most secure in Jaipur and home to both the Governor and the Chief Minister. If thieves can enter such a heavily protected locality, what assurance of safety can the common man possibly have? he said. A few days ago, a businessman was abducted from Jaipurs Central Park. The BJP government has now been in power for nearly three years. It is time to move beyond spending crores on advertisements and instead focus on law and order and take concrete measures to ensure the safety of the general public, Gehlot said.
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Rajasthan Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Hail Likely on October 29
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Rain, thunderstorms likely in several Rajasthan districts today
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 29 (IANS) The Meteorological Department has issued weather alerts for several districts of Rajasthan, forecasting rain, thunderstorms and strong winds till October 30. Wind speeds of 40-50 kmph are likely in parts of the state, while some districts may experience heavy rainfall and hailstorms. According to the forecast issued by the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, the weather is likely to be affected by a cyclonic system and a Western Disturbance. Areas in Jaipur, Bharatpur, Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to witness thunderstorms and rainfall during the two-day period. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the northern parts of the Jaipur and Bharatpur divisions, with hailstorms possible at isolated places. Parts of the Ajmer, Kota and Udaipur divisions may also experience cloudy skies, lightning and light to moderate rainfall. In western Rajasthan, light rain is likely in parts of the eastern areas of Jodhpur and Bikaner divisions. However, weather conditions in the western border areas are expected to remain largely dry. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for 28 districts of eastern Rajasthan. These include Ajmer, Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Beawar, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Dausa, Deeg, Dholpur, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jhalawar, Jhunjhunu, Karauli, Khairthal-Tijara, Kota, Kotputli-Behror, Pratapgarh, Rajsamand, Salumbar, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Tonk and Udaipur. An alert has also been issued for five districts of western Rajasthan: Churu, Didwana-Kuchaman, Jodhpur, Nagaur and Pali. According to the forecast, light to moderate rainfall may occur at isolated places in eastern Rajasthan on October 31. Thereafter, dry weather is likely to prevail across the state. The changing weather conditions may also lead to a drop in daytime temperatures in Jaipur and other parts of Rajasthan. The maximum temperature in Jaipur was recorded at 31.6 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, down 1.4 degrees from the previous day. The minimum temperature stood at 18.7 degrees Celsius, an increase of 0.5 degrees. The Meteorological Department has advised residents to remain alert to local weather updates and take precautions during thunderstorms, strong winds and possible hailstorms.
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Rajasthan Panchayat polls: 64.32 pc voter turnout; Batadu records highest
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 28 (IANS) The second phase of the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj General Elections-2026 recorded a voter turnout of 64.32 per cent by 6 pm on Wednesday, with Batadu Panchayat Samiti in Barmer district registering the highest participation at 78.30 per cent. Desuri Panchayat Samiti in Pali district recorded the lowest turnout at 49.11 per cent. Polling began at 7 am across 2,549 wards in 22 Zila Parishads and 124 Panchayat Samitis. Voting continued beyond 6 pm at several polling stations, where queues of voters were visible, raising the possibility of a further increase in the final turnout. The second phase covered 352 Zila Parishad wards and 2,197 Panchayat Samiti wards. The electoral contest involved 8,404 candidates, whose political fortunes were sealed in electronic voting machines (EVMs) following polling. According to district-level figures, Barmer recorded an overall turnout of 72.08 per cent across seven Panchayat Samitis. Of the district's 3,53,235 eligible voters, 2,54,627 exercised their franchise. Batadu led the district with 78.30 per cent polling, while Barmer Panchayat Samiti recorded the lowest turnout in the district at 64.87 per cent. Despite the overall enthusiasm among voters, polling was disrupted briefly at some locations due to technical issues with EVMs. Approximately 30,000 machines were deployed across 11,799 polling stations. During the process, 105 ballot units and 71 control units reportedly malfunctioned, temporarily affecting voting before operations were restored. In Bikaner's Ganpatsinghpura 4 MM area under Bajju, villagers staged a sit-in outside a polling station after finding its main gate locked. Meanwhile, residents of Umkali village in the Rohat area of Pali district boycotted the elections, demanding the creation of a separate Gram Panchayat. In other areas, polling proceeded peacefully amid tight security and administrative monitoring. Officials and police personnel visited polling stations to oversee arrangements and maintain law and order. The second phase forms part of Rajasthan's ongoing Panchayati Raj electoral process, with voters electing representatives to rural local governance institutions. Elections for Panchs and Sarpanchs were scheduled for the following day, on Thursday.
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Dont blame the process, introspect: Rajasthan CM advises Congress on MLC poll defeat
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 28 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has criticised the Congress for questioning the electoral process following repeated election defeats, saying the party should introspect on its leadership, policies and declining public support instead of blaming the system. Sharma said that whether elections are conducted through ballot papers or Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), questioning the process cannot change the people's mandate when voters have distanced themselves from a political party. He cited elections to 28 Legislative Council (MLC) seats in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar and Karnataka, conducted using ballot papers, to question the Congress's electoral performance. He said the results should prompt the party to examine the reasons behind its setbacks rather than raise questions about the electoral process. The Chief Minister alleged that despite repeated electoral defeats, the Congress was unwilling to acknowledge its weaknesses or establish accountability within its leadership. Instead of undertaking a serious review of its performance, the party was questioning the electoral system, he said. Sharma maintained that the Congress needed to look beyond EVMs and assess its leadership, policies and diminishing support among voters to understand the reasons for its electoral losses. Emphasising the importance of democratic values, Sharma said the people's verdict was paramount in a democracy and every political party had a responsibility to respect it. He argued that accepting the mandate and taking responsibility for electoral setbacks were essential to maintaining democratic conventions. The Chief Minister also called on the Congress to undertake introspection and identify the factors contributing to its declining electoral fortunes. According to him, questioning the electoral process without addressing internal weaknesses would not help the party regain public confidence. Sharma's remarks come amid the continuing political debate over electoral accountability and allegations concerning the voting process. His criticism centred on the need for political parties to accept election results and focus on strengthening their connection with voters. He reiterated that the Congress should identify the shortcomings in its leadership and policies rather than attribute its defeats to the electoral system, stressing that public trust remained central to electoral success
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Local body polls victory reflects party workers' hard work: Rajasthan CM
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 28 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Wednesday that the BJPs historic victory in the local body elections was a testament to the tireless efforts of dedicated party workers and the unwavering trust of the people. Expressing confidence in the partys prospects, he said that with the continued dedication of party workers and the blessings of the public, the BJP would achieve a resounding victory in the upcoming Panchayat elections. He added that a triple-engine government would accelerate development in rural areas threefold. The Chief Minister emphasised that village development is the cornerstone of a developed Rajasthan. Through the Gram Vikas Sankalp Patra-2026 (Village Development Manifesto-2026), the state government has committed to strengthening infrastructure and public facilities in every Gram Panchayat. These include Atal Gyan Kendras, village service cooperative societies, senior secondary schools, internet connectivity, healthcare centres, solar lighting, playgrounds and open-air gyms. The government aims to undertake development projects worth an average of 5 crore in every Gram Panchayat over the next five years. Highlighting key commitments, Sharma said the government aims to increase the annual Samman Nidhi for farmers to Rs 12,000, enable 25 lakh rural women to become Lakhpati Didis, and generate employment opportunities for young people through the construction of 15,000 new school buildings and the establishment of large-scale industries. The Chief Minister also highlighted the development initiatives undertaken in Tonk and Sawai Madhopur districts. He said that over the past two years and nine months, development projects worth Rs 3,841 crore had been initiated in Tonk district. Under the Bisalpur project, repair and renovation works worth more than Rs 102 crore are being undertaken. In addition, urban drinking water schemes in Niwai, Diggi and Lamba Harisingh are being implemented for Rs 92 crore. Similarly, development projects worth Rs 17,173 crore are being undertaken in Sawai Madhopur district. These include the construction of a bypass road from Surwal to Kustala for Rs 130 crore, along with the development of 400 kV grid substations (GSS) in Sawai Madhopur and Raithankalan. Urging party workers to strengthen their engagement with the public, Shri Sharma called on them to ensure that information about the governments development initiatives and public welfare schemes reaches every household. He described party workers as the standard-bearers of the partys ideology and a vital link between the government and the people. Calling on workers to prepare for the upcoming Panchayat elections with renewed determination, the Chief Minister urged them to embrace the slogan Mera Booth, Sabse Majboot (My Booth, The Strongest) and work towards securing victory at the grassroots level.
CBI Court sentences ex-archivist of National Archives of India to three years RI in bribery case
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) A CBI court in Ahmedabad on Wednesday convicted and sentenced Satdhari Lal Sahu, the then Archivist at the National Archives of Indias Record Centre in Zalana Dungari, Jaipur, Rajasthan, to three years of Rigorous Imprisonment (RI) and imposed a fine of Rs 20,000 in a bribery case. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) registered the case on December 26, 2012, following allegations that Sahu had demanded illegal gratification from a complainant in exchange for providing copies of official records. According to the CBI, Sahu had demanded a bribe of Rs 15,000 to provide copies of old CRO records relating to a survey of Rajkot and a file containing old British land records. The agency subsequently laid a trap and caught Sahu red-handed while he was accepting the bribe of Rs 15,000 from the complainant. He was arrested on December 26, 2012. Following his arrest, the CBI conducted searches at his residence and office as part of the investigation. After completing the probe, the agency filed a chargesheet against Sahu on June 28, 2013. Following the trial, the court convicted him and sentenced him to three years of rigorous imprisonment, along with a fine of Rs 20,000. In a separate case, the CBI had earlier, on October 23, apprehended two officials of the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) Lucknow Zone in connection with an alleged bribery case involving Rs 5 lakh. The accused were identified as Enforcement Officer Deepak Kumar and Head Constable Manoj Dwivedi, both posted at the ED's Lucknow office. According to a CBI press release, the agency registered a case against the two officials following a complaint alleging a demand for illegal gratification. The complaint alleged that Dwivedi had demanded a bribe from the complainant's father in exchange for extending assistance in an Enforcement Directorate case. The complainant's father had reportedly received two summonses from the ED's Lucknow Zone in August and September. Acting on the complaint, the CBI laid a trap on October 23. During the operation, Dwivedi was caught red-handed while demanding and accepting Rs 5 lakh on behalf of Enforcement Officer Deepak Kumar to extend undue favour to the complainant's father in the ED case.
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Asaram faces fresh legal trouble after delayed return to Jodhpur jail following medical parole
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 28 (IANS) Self-styled godman Asaram, who is serving a life sentence in a rape case involving a minor girl, has been booked by Jodhpurs Ratanada police for failing to return to Central Jail within the stipulated time after his 20-day medical parole expired. According to police, Asaram was required to surrender at Jodhpur Central Jail by 5 p.m. on Tuesday. However, he arrived in Jodhpur by air ambulance from Indore at around 10:40 p.m, several hours after the surrender deadline. The case was registered on October 27 under Section 58B of the Prisons Act, based on a complaint filed by jail guard Banwarilal. Assistant Sub-Inspector Bhawani Singh has been assigned to investigate the matter. Asaram had been granted 20 days of medical parole by the Rajasthan High Court on October 6. His parole period ended on October 26, and he was directed to surrender at the prison by the following evening. Asarams legal team had approached the Supreme Court seeking an extension of his parole. However, the apex court rejected the request and directed him to return to Jodhpur Central Jail by the prescribed deadline. Asaram was reportedly undergoing treatment at a hospital in Ujjain due to health concerns. He was subsequently transported to Jodhpur by air ambulance late on Tuesday night. Since he arrived at the prison late at night, jail authorities did not admit him, and he was taken to a hospital in the Bhagat Ki Kothi area. He was expected to be brought back to jail on Wednesday. Asaram was arrested in August 2013 in connection with the rape of a minor girl at his Jodhpur ashram. On April 25, 2018, a special POCSO court in Jodhpur convicted him and sentenced him to life imprisonment. Over the following years, he pursued several legal proceedings seeking relief on medical grounds. In October 2025, the Rajasthan High Court granted him six months of interim medical bail, followed by a similar order from the Gujarat High Court in November 2025. The Supreme Court subsequently declined to cancel the bail granted by the High Courts. On May 27, 2026, the Rajasthan High Court upheld Asarams life sentence. Most recently, the court granted him 20 days of medical parole beginning October 6. The latest case relates specifically to his delayed arrival at the prison after the parole deadline. The matter is now under investigation by the Ratanada police, said officials.
Raj CM Sharma takes action against 33 officers; withholds salary increments, pensions
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 28 (IANS) The Rajasthan government has taken strict disciplinary action against 33 serving and retired officers over alleged corruption, collusion with the illegal sand mining mafia, financial irregularities, and dereliction of duty. The action includes withholding salary increments for 17 serving officers and withholding or reducing pensions for 16 retired officials. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has reiterated the state government's commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability under its zero-tolerance policy towards corruption. Following the resolution of 30 disciplinary cases involving major penalties, the government has approved the withholding of two to four annual salary increments for 17 serving state government officers. Separate orders have also been issued to withhold or reduce the pensions of 16 retired officials found guilty of serious misconduct. The crackdown underscores the government's determination to hold officials accountable for misconduct, misuse of public resources, and financial irregularities, even after retirement. The action against serving officers primarily concerns cases involving alleged collusion with criminals, illegal mining operators, and negligence in police investigations. An investigation found that a then-Circle Officer (CO) had colluded with individuals linked to illegal sand mining and criminal activities, allegedly receiving undue benefits. The government has approved the withholding of four annual salary increments, with cumulative effect. In another criminal case, a then-Circle Inspector (CI), an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI), and a constable were found negligent for failing to conduct a proper investigation. Disciplinary action has been taken against the personnel concerned, including the withholding of annual salary increments. The state government has also taken action against officials found responsible for negligence in implementing government schemes and failing to discharge their official duties. A Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) officer has been penalised for gross negligence in the inspection and maintenance of works undertaken under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). Disciplinary action has been initiated against three medical officers for remaining absent from duty for extended periods without authorisation. In another serious case involving the incorrect issuance of blood, which could have endangered patients' lives, a doctor has been penalised through the withholding of two annual salary increments. Officials from the Labour, Horticulture, and Secretariat services have also faced disciplinary action after charges of misconduct were substantiated. The Bhajanlal Sharma government has made it clear that retirement does not exempt officials from accountability for serious misconduct committed during their service. Sixteen retired officers have faced pension-related penalties in cases involving financial irregularities and other serious violations. A retired Rajasthan Accounts Service officer was found guilty of manipulating government records to provide undue benefits to a private company, resulting in significant financial losses to the state exchequer. The government has ordered the permanent withholding of 100 per cent of the officer's pension. Two retired Rajasthan Administrative Service officers were found responsible for causing substantial financial losses to the government by improperly classifying residential and commercial plots as agricultural land. As a penalty, 20 per cent of their pensions has been withheld for five years. In a case involving payments for work that was never performed, resulting in losses to the state exchequer, the then-Block Development Officer (BDO) and Assistant Engineer (AEN) have faced financial penalties and pension-related action. The government has also taken disciplinary decisions in cases involving the Medical and Health, Social Justice, Mines, College Education, and Devasthan departments. The state government has emphasised that disciplinary proceedings must follow established rules and ensure fairness and transparency. Under Rule 16 of the Rajasthan Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1958, eight cases reportedly resulted in relief for officials after detailed investigations found insufficient grounds to sustain the charges against them. The government has maintained that disciplinary action will be based on the findings of individual cases, ensuring that officials found guilty of misconduct face appropriate penalties while those cleared of charges receive due relief. With action against 33 serving and retired officers, the Rajasthan government has reinforced its stated commitment to combating corruption, curbing illegal mining, preventing financial irregularities, and strengthening accountability across the state administration.
Indian Railways to Add 33 Coaches to 11 Pairs of Trains in November; Timings of Two Services Changed
Jaipur, October 28, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Indian Railways will temporarily add 33 coaches to 11 pairs of trains in November to accommodate the expected rise in passenger traffic. Indian Railways to Add 33 Coaches to 11 Pairs of Trains in November; Timings of Two Services Changed
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 27 (IANS) The Rajasthan High Court has dismissed appeals filed by the accused in the SUFA terror module case, upholding the trial courts order to frame charges against them. The court observed that a trial can proceed when prima facie evidence raises serious suspicion regarding alleged activities, including the procurement of explosives and involvement in a terrorist conspiracy. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal and Justice Sameer Jain dismissed the appeals, holding that the allegations and material on record warranted a trial. The court clarified that the credibility and reliability of the evidence would be examined during the proceedings. The case dates back to March 30, 2022, when police from Nimbahera Sadar police station in Chittorgarh district recovered approximately three kilograms of explosive material from a car during a checkpoint operation at Wander Square. Watches, batteries, wires, bulbs, and other items were also reportedly recovered from the vehicle. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) subsequently investigated the case and named 11 individuals as accused. Eight were arrested, while three remain absconding. Counsel representing the accused argued that several of them were not present in the vehicle when the explosives were recovered and that no incriminating materials had been seized directly from them. The defence also questioned the evidentiary value of call detail records, location data, alleged travel tickets, and electronic evidence, arguing that these materials did not establish a direct or legally sufficient connection between the accused and the alleged crime. The lawyers contended that the trial court had framed charges without adequate evidence and urged the High Court to discharge the accused. Opposing the appeals, the NIA alleged that approximately 70 youths in Ratlam had formed an organisation called SUFA. According to the agency, the group sought to influence and radicalise young people by showing them videos associated with the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The NIA further alleged that a secret meeting was held on March 25, 2022, during which a conspiracy was hatched to procure improvised explosive devices (IEDs), transport them to Jaipur, and carry out terrorist activities in the city. According to the agency, the alleged operation was also intended to be recorded on video, and recordings linked to the conspiracy were subsequently recovered during the investigation. The Rajasthan High Court observed that, at the stage of framing charges, a court must assess whether the available material establishes a prima facie case or creates grave suspicion against the accused. A detailed assessment of the evidences authenticity, credibility, and reliability is undertaken during the trial. The bench also noted the seriousness of the allegations concerning the proposed transportation of explosive devices to a major city such as Jaipur. By dismissing the appeals, the High Court upheld the trial courts decision to frame charges, allowing the proceedings to continue. The allegations against the accused will be tested through the judicial process, and the decision to frame charges does not, by itself, establish their guilt.
Maritime Training Institute in Jaipur loses DGMA approval following irregularities
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 27 (IANS) Approval granted to a Maritime Training Institute (MTI) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, has been withdrawn by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) for alleged irregularities. M/s R R Marines Academy, located at Singhu Nagar, Murlipura, Jaipur, was granted approval by the DGMA for conducting Basic Safety Training, Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSCRB), Refresher for Proficiency in PSCRB, Refresher Training for Proficiency in FPFF, Refresher Training for Proficiency in PST, and Security Training for Seafarer with Designated Security Duties. After receiving complaints, the directorate had issued a Show Cause Notice dated November 14, 2025, to the MTI for alleged violation in the conduct of the exit examinations. Furthermore, the Directorate General, Shipping (DGS) had advised the MTI against admitting any new candidates, pending completion of the investigation. The MTI has, however, knowingly admitted a fresh batch of candidates who would not be able to appear for the exit exams and therefore cannot be issued with the certificate of the courses to which they had enrolled. The response to the show cause notice received from the MTI clearly indicates serious dereliction on the part of the MTI, and the explanation that it was the manager who had committed all the violations is difficult to comprehend and accept, the DGMA has stated in an order. It has been clearly noted that the DGMA's established procedures for approval of any maritime training institutes in India are underpinned by strict compliance and quality control. The DGMA directives are issued for the MTIs to implement the same in the interest of the Indian seafarers without any negligence, willful or otherwise. The DGMA monitors the institutes to ensure they maintain the set standards and may take disciplinary action if they do not comply. The DGMA has received complaints from three seafarers who had undertaken the basic safety courses at the MTI and have alleged that the promoter of the MTI had promised them jobs onboard ships and has been demanding lakhs of rupees as service charge. These seafarers claimed to have paid the promoter in cash and by electronic means. They have shared documents to support their claim, the order stated. The directorate claimed that the evidence available prima facie indicated serious illegality in the actions of the MTI. Taking cognisance of the aggregated violations, and in the interest of limiting further damage to the seafarers, the MTI was suspended, pending investigation. It was served with another show cause notice, to which the institute replied. Meanwhile, the Mercantile Marine Department in Kandla carried out a detailed investigation into the matter and submitted a report to the DGMA. This was regarding alleged malpractices detected during the exit examination of the MTI. The MMD also recommended the withdrawal of the approval accorded to the MTI. The recommendation of MMD Kandla was deliberated before the 72nd Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) Compliance Board Meeting. The recommendation of MMD Kandla was accepted by the STCW Board. Accordingly, the MTI approval, which was under suspension, has been withdrawn on the e-governance system, the DGMA has said. In the notice, the directorate has clearly announced that all existing approvals granted to M/s R R Marines Academy for all DGMA-approved courses stand withdrawn.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 27 (IANS) Rajasthan Police is conducting an extensive campaign to make the state drug-free and dismantle narcotics trafficking networks. Under the campaign being carried out under the direction of Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar Sharma, 7,695 cases related to narcotic substances had been registered and 8,842 accused arrested as of Monday. During this period, 220 wanted criminals were arrested, and raids were conducted at 335 hotspots. Along with seizing narcotic substances, the police have also taken action against illegal assets allegedly acquired through drug trafficking. As part of the campaign, a one-day special operation was conducted across Rajasthan on October 26. During the operation, 262 cases were registered, and 278 accused were arrested. Eight kingpins and traffickers were identified, and action was taken at six hotspots. As part of an extensive inspection drive, 3,496 locations were checked. During the special operation conducted on Monday, the police seized 14.68 kg of opium, 365.33 kg of poppy husk, 65.74 kg of cannabis, 124 cannabis plants, 352.82 grams of smack, 112.78 grams of heroin and 177.57 grams of MD. A total of 1,717 intoxicating tablets were also seized. The police additionally seized Rs 4,98,105 in cash. The estimated value of the recovered narcotic substances was 2,91,18,247. During the operation, 15 vehicles and eight mobile phones were also seized. According to the figures, 7,695 cases related to narcotic substances had been registered and 8,842 accused arrested as of October 26, 2026. In addition, 220 wanted criminals, including absconders, history-sheeters and proclaimed reward offenders, were arrested. Raids were conducted at 335 hotspots during this period. During the overall campaign, Rajasthan Police recovered 1,010.55 kg of opium, 131.46 tonnes of poppy husk and 274.13 kg of MD. The total estimated value of the narcotic substances recovered during the period stood at Rs 1,244.20 crore. As part of targeted action against the illegal drug trade, 35 MD manufacturing units were busted, while raids were conducted at 144 locations to curb illegal cultivation. A total of 2,125 vehicles were seized during the period. Rajasthan Police has also taken action against illegal assets linked to narcotics trafficking. According to the figures available up to October 26, action was taken against 75 properties in 250 property-related cases. The estimated value of the properties concerned was approximately Rs 30.25 crore. Additionally, 149 actions were initiated under Section 68-F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, while 101 proposals were prepared under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act. These measures aim to curb assets allegedly acquired through drug trafficking and disrupt the financial networks supporting the illegal trade. Alongside law enforcement, Rajasthan Police is focusing on public awareness and community participation in the fight against drugs. As of October 26, a total of 363,547 citizens had been engaged through the campaign, of whom 358,682 took a pledge to help build a drug-free society. During this period, 3,966 awareness programmes were organised. Under the direction of DGP Sharma, Rajasthan Police is pursuing the campaign to effectively curb narcotics trafficking, take action against those involved in the illegal trade and protect young people from the harmful consequences of drug abuse.
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Rajasthan: Woman killed for 15 tolas of gold in Bhilwara; accused burns body, dumps ashes in river
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 27 (IANS) An elderly woman was allegedly strangled to death by her neighbour in Rajasthans Bhilwara district for her gold jewellery weighing 15 tolas. After the murder, the accused allegedly took her body to the rooftop of his house, doused it with petrol and set it on fire. They then dumped the remains and ashes into the Kothari River in an attempt to destroy evidence. The incident took place on October 12 in the Veer Savarkar Nagar area under the Bhimganj police station limits. Police have arrested the victims neighbour, Ravi Tapadia, 43, and his alleged accomplice, Heera Sindhi, in connection with the case. On Tuesday, acting on information provided by the accused, police used a JCB machine to search the Kothari River near the Paldi bridge, around two kilometres from the scene, and recovered the womans remains. According to Bhimganj Station House Officer Sunil Chaudhary, Ravina Kankariya had lodged a missing persons report on October 15 regarding her mother-in-law, Kamala Devi Kankariya. Kamala Devi lived alone. Her husband, Tej Singh Kankariya, had died four years ago, while her son, Saurabh Kankariya, died in a road accident two years ago. Ravina lives in Bhilwaras Azad Nagar area with her two children. A domestic worker employed by Kamala Devi alerted Ravina on October 15 that the house had remained locked and unoccupied since October 12. During the investigation, police discovered that Ravi Tapadia, who lived in the neighbourhood, frequently visited Kamala Devis house. CCTV footage reportedly showed the two leaving together on the evening of October 12. When questioned, Ravi initially told police that Kamala Devi had asked him to drop her at the market and that he had done so. However, investigators found that she had not left Bhilwara. During further questioning, he allegedly confessed to the crime. According to police, Ravi had his eyes on Kamala Devis gold jewellery, weighing approximately 15 tolas. He allegedly lured her away on October 12 and, with the help of Heera Sindhi, strangled her to death. After the murder, the accused allegedly took the jewellery and carried the body to the rooftop of Ravis house. They reportedly poured petrol over the body and set it on fire before disposing of the remaining bones and ashes in the Kothari River near the Paldi bridge. Police collected the recovered remains in a container as part of the investigation. Kamala Devis daughter-in-law, Ravina, said she had last spoken to her mother-in-law on October 6. She regularly visited her and said Kamala Devi had asked her to bring the children along during her next visit. According to Ravina, her mother-in-law would also frequently discuss repairs needed around the house. The accused were taken into custody and produced before a court. Photographs published with the report showed the two men smiling while being escorted by police. Police are investigating the circumstances of the murder and the alleged destruction of evidence.
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Agarwal, Verma Triumph In National Squash Quarterfinals
Shiven Agarwal and Riyansika Verma secured hard-fought victories in the quarterfinals of the Sub-Junior and Junior National Squash Championship in Jaipur on Tuesday. Agarwal won in five games in the U-17 category, while Verma also came from behind to win her U-17 match. Subhash Choudhary caused an upset in the U-19 boys' category, advancing to the semifinals.
Who is Vijay Vaghela? I am intrigued because he gets a mention in Street of Shame, my favourite section in Private Eye where readers learn what is going on behind the scenes in the newspaper world (Fleet Street was once the home of Britains national newspapers). And newspapers still matter because they collectively shape the way British Asians are perceived by society at large. Referring to the financial problems at the Standard (once known as the Evening Standard), Private Eye reports: In 2024 financial adviser Vijay Vaghela was given 702,000 to come up with a plan that ended with the closure of the daily paper in favour of a once-a-week effort that few Londoners are aware still exists. The Evening Standard was once a great newspaper, where Sam White wrote a column, Sam Whites Paris, for 41 years, on French politics, society and diplomacy. According to the online only i newspaper, Russian origin owner Evgeny Lebedev, who acquired the Evening Standard in 2009, closed the daily paper after pressure from Saudi investors. With the new Saudi influence also pushing for radical plans to rescue it, a team including external consultants was brought in. Vijay Vaghela, the former chief operating officer at the National World newspaper group, and Evening Standard chairman Paul Kanareck, worked on different options. Private Eye also comments on job cuts at the Telegraph: The Guardian reported last week that Axel Springer CEO Mathias Dpfner plans to make between 50 and 100 Telegraph journalists redundant and the Eye is told the chopping is imminent. Thats rather a change in tone from April, when Axel Springer ended the broadsheets almost three-year limbo by pledging to invest significantly in the Telegraphs editorial excellence and international growth. The grim reaper has now struck. In an all-company briefing and email on Friday morning, staff were told the title would rely increasingly on technology, data and AI to reinvent the reader experience. Newsroom insiders said they expected as many as 100 people to lose their jobs, the Guardian reported, adding, A source from inside the Telegraph said the atmosphere in the newsroom was like a morgue. Senior Telegraph journalists might have made a mistake in previously turning down the offer of Arab money from International Media Investments (IMI), an investment fund controlled by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the vice president and deputy prime minister of the UAE. They felt culturally more comfortable with German owners. Truss on Tory traitors Cover of Liz Truss' Bank Job Eastern Eye Most commentators usually use the word delusional to describe Liz Truss. She has written another book, Bank Job: A short book on how the Bank of England broke the bond market and brought down the government (Free Speech Press), alleging that Michael Gove, Mel Stride and James Cartlidge plotted to remove her as prime minister because they were probably promised jobs under Rishi Sunak. In Bank Job, Truss has a chapter titled Tory Traitors, in which says: A large share of the Conservative parliamentary party had voted for Rishi Sunak in the summer 2022 leadership election. They regarded my victory among members as an error to be corrected. The self-appointed compassionate Conservatives could not bear to touch welfare. Speaking to the Daily Telegraph before the books release on Monday (26), Truss elaborated: All three of those people [Gove, Stride and Cartlidge], and there are many more, I was just naming them as examples, but all three of those people, either on the media, in Parliament, or in meetings like the 1922 committee, attacked me rather than holding the system to account. And the fundamental problem was that not all of the Conservative Party, but a lot of people in the Conservative Party sided with the system. These were people who had backed Rishi Sunak, who probably had been promised jobs under Rishi Sunak, and that was their motivation. How seriously should one take Truss, whose premiership lasted only 45 days? She is the one who said US President Donald Trump is right about everything. Hanif Kureishi on a Shattered life Lunch with Hanif Kureishi doesnt come cheap. The Financial Times had to pick up a bill for nearly 400 for the privilege of interviewing Kureishi, who has written a new book, Are You with Me Now?, as a sequel to Shattered. The bill at the River Caf on the Thames Wharf for Squid 36; Mozzarella 35; Carpaccio 37; Pappardelle 42; Cappellacci x2 68; John Dory 68; Mixed leaves 16; Glass Pinot Bianco x2 26.50; Fresh lemonade 6; Fresh mint tea 4; Cappuccino x2 10 came to 392.08. Of course, Kureishi, who has been tetraplegic since an accident on December 26, 2022 while on vacation in Rome, had to be helped by his son, Carlo Kureishi. Waking up one day to find out youre tetraplegic: its completely devastating and sort of unbelievable, said Kureishi. The writing was an attempt to reconstitute myself as a person, as opposed to a body that was severely damaged and would never recover. To try and work out what that means, and who I am. Asked how he channelled his rage, the author of The Buddha of Suburbia and Oscar-nominated screenwriter of My Beautiful Laundrette said: I remember discussing this with Salman Rushdie [who was attacked the same year as Kureishis accident], and he said, Well, you have to learn to be patient. And I think of that when Im lying there . . . theres a lot of rage about your lack of agency, your impotence, your failure all the time, the fact that youre a burden. Most people probably dont realise that a life changing accident could happen to anyone. Both Kureishi and Rushdie have shown remarkable and inspiring strength of character in dealing with their respective tragedies. Pinto turns Pirelli girl Freida Pinto in 2027 Pirelli calendar Pirelli The Slumdog Millionaire actress Frieda Pinto, who turned 42 last week, features in Pirellis 2027 calendar. In fact, the whole calendar has an Indian theme, which is probably a reflection of the countrys growing prominence in the global economy. Frieda is one of nine women in the calendar, Beyond a Single Gaze, which presents a multifaceted portrait of India. The others are models Bhavitha Mandava and Lakshmi Menon, musician Anoushka Shankar, poet and performer Rupi Kaur, actresses Aditi Rao Hydari and Avantika Vandanapu, and cookery writer Padma Lakshmi, who also happens to be one of Salman Rushdies four ex-wives. All eight have been photographed by Norwegian artist Slve Sundsb at Jaigarh Fort in Jaipur and Ajabgarh village in Rajasthan. She photographed Freida in a fuchsia mini dress against a backdrop of bougainvilleas. Freida expressed pride in the project, noting that the calendar helps dismantle stereotypes by portraying Indian women with complexity and diversity. The other images were taken in the streets of Old Delhi by Avani Rai, who appears both behind and in front of the camera. Her father was the late photographer Raghu Rai, whose books can be seen in all the luxury hotels shops in India. The glamour girls in Pirelli calendars are normally admired in working mens changing rooms. This is the first time in the calendars 53-year-history that an entire calendar has been devoted to India. The guiding idea is to show Indias civilisation, the multitude and the multi-existence of life itself avoiding reduction to a single narrative by embracing what Avani calls the contradictions and multiple coexisting universes of the country. I suppose it is just a coincidence that the Indian women picked by Pirelli all happen to be glamorous. Emergency store in case of war Now that the government has urged people to stockpile three days worth of stores for emergencies, what should British Asians get? It might be useful to include turmeric, ginger, cumin and chilli powder, along with masala chai and the right flour for samosas.
Jaipur Businessman's Rs 20 Kachori Break Costs Him Rs 20 Lakh Loss
The theft occurred around 4 pm when the businessman, identified as Champalal, stopped to eat a kachori and placed the bag containing the cash in front of his scooter when the two men took it and escaped.
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on October 27
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], October 27: Every Indian kitchen runs on a short list. Atta for the rotis, dal for the evening meal, a spoon of mustard oil for the tadka, a pinch of haldi, and a jar of dry fruits kept aside for guests. Change any one of them and the family notices. Let any one of them be adulterated, and the family pays the price, often without ever knowing.
Rajasthan's Electric Bus Fleet Set To Reach 1,150 Across Jaipur, Jodhpur, And Seven Other Cities
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