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Piyush Goyal calls upon BRICS countries to expand opportunities for women entrepreneurs
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said India would like to bring the lessons learnt from its experience in addressing the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, particularly women entrepreneurs, to the BRICS Womens Business Alliance and the larger BRICS business engagement. He called upon BRICS countries to work together to expand opportunities for women entrepreneurs and women-led enterprises in international trade, stressing the need for easier access to credit, markets and predictable rules of business. Addressing the BRICS WBA Women-Led Development Conference organised by FICCI here, the minister said that an entrepreneur seeking to enter international business has to cross three key borders: access to credit, access to buyers and markets, and access to predictable rules that encourage free trade and open opportunities. He said India has focused on empowering women financially, socially and through education, skills and improved quality of life, with the objective of making women the drivers of the countrys growth. Goyal said around 100 million rural women are today members of nine million self-help groups, small cooperatives or groups of women working together on different ideas and enterprises. The number of women earning more than Rs. 1 lakh in personal income has crossed 30 million. These women are referred to as Lakhpati Didis, he said, adding that India hopes to continue expanding both their number and their income. Goyal further said that India has provided around 560 million loans to small entrepreneurs, with more than 68 per cent of these loans going to women entrepreneurs. He said the objective is to ensure that women become economically independent and are not dependent on other family members. He added that when women stand on their own feet, they can become drivers of Indias growth engine. He noted that Indias female workforce participation had been around 19 per cent until about a decade ago and expressed confidence that as income levels rise, education improves, skills develop and talent comes forward, the number will increase to 50 per cent or more. Goyal said that in developed societies, the proportion of women in the formal workforce has crossed 50 per cent. Shri Goyal emphasised that India can achieve a significant delta in economic growth as more women enter the formal workforce. He also said that foreign trade should not be viewed only as a collateralised business, but as an opportunity to integrate societies and businesses and provide opportunities to marginalised sections that may otherwise never imagine going overseas. He said BRICS countries had also agreed in the Jaipur Consensus to explore a common BRICS platform for international trade, which could help address the second challenge faced by entrepreneurs, namely access to markets and buyers.
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Temporary Coach Increase in Jaipur-Udaipur City and Two Other Trains
Udaipur, September 9, 2026: To manage increased passenger demand, the North Western Railway has temporarily increased the number of coaches in three trains. Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan said additional coaches are being attached to these trains from different dates on various routes. Jaipur-Udaipur City Train Gets Additional Coach Train No. 20993/20994, Jaipur-Udaipur City, ... Read more Temporary Coach Increase in Jaipur-Udaipur City and Two Other Trains
Freed Rajasthan from 'Love Jihad', says CM Bhajan Lal Sharma (Ld)
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 9 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Wednesday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government had worked to get rid of the problem of love jihad in the state, including Jaipur, and highlighted the state government's measures against forced religious conversions. He also noted that the state government had brought the Disturbed Area Bill to prevent what he described as forced migration and assured people that there was no need to fear. Chief Minister Sharma made the remarks while conducting a grand roadshow from Sanganeri Gate to Tripolia Gate in Jaipur in support of BJP candidates on the last day of campaigning for the Municipal Corporation elections. The Chief Minister said that incidents that he described as love jihad had taken place during the previous Ashok Gehlot-led state government and claimed that the present BJP government had brought legislation against religious conversions. Referring to the Disturbed Area Bill, Chief Minister Sharma said it had been brought to prevent forced migration in areas within the walled city and to protect residents. He added that the people should not be afraid and warned that anyone causing trouble to the common people would face legal action and could be sent to jail. The Chief Minister said the previous Ashok Gehlot-led state government had created two municipal corporations each in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota, which he alleged was done on the basis of appeasement. He said the present BJP government had restored the one city-one corporation system in all three cities. Taking a jibe at Congress leaders, Chief Minister Sharma said they (Congress leaders) had earlier claimed that the BJP would not be able to implement One State, One Election. He added that the ongoing local body elections showed that the state government was successfully carrying forward the electoral process. Chief Minister Sharma said that Rajasthan had been progressing continuously over the past two-and-a-half years under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He added that several projects that had remained pending for decades were now being taken forward. Highlighting water projects, the Chief Minister said the state government had taken steps to strengthen water availability across the state through the Ramjal Setu Link Project and the Yamuna Water Agreement. He noted that Rs 5,500 crore had been provided for the Indira Gandhi Canal and Ganganahar projects. He also highlighted the Rs 10,500-crore Dewas Project, Rs 4,500-crore Som-Kamla-Amba project, Rs 4,500-crore Mahi Dam Project and Rs 2,500-crore Brahmani River Project. The Chief Minister said that Rajasthan was moving towards becoming a power-surplus state. He claimed that electricity generation had increased from 3,900 MW during the previous Congress government to 12,000 MW during the first two-and-a-half years of the present BJP government. Commenting on employment, Chief Minister Sharma said that 1,89,000 appointment letters had been issued during the current BJP government's tenure, recruitment for 1,22,000 posts was underway and vacancies for another 70,000 posts had been created. He alleged that paper leaks had taken place during the previous Congress government and said more than 600 people allegedly linked to paper-leak cases had been sent to jail after the BJP government came to power in Rajasthan. He claimed that around 450 examinations had been conducted during the present BJP government's tenure without a single paper leak. The Chief Minister also accused the Congress of repeatedly misleading people over the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) and the Yamuna water agreement. Referring to the Jaipur Metro, Chief Minister Sharma said the previous Congress government had developed around five km of Metro connectivity, while the present BJP government had taken the network beyond 41 km. He norted that further expansion would strengthen Jaipur's traffic and public transport system. The Chief Minister assured party workers and public representatives that issues raised by them would be addressed, saying the current BJP government remained connected with the people and regularly listened to their concerns. He said that with BJP-led civic bodies and panchayats forming the riple-engine government alongside the state and Central governments, local governance would be strengthened and development would accelerate. Chief Minister Sharma added that this would help realise the vision of a developed Jaipur, a developed Rajasthan and a developed India. He appealed to voters to support BJP candidates in the urban local body elections across Rajasthan. The Chief Minister began the roadshow after offering prayers at the Hanuman Ji Temple at Sanganeri Gate. Officials of the Jaipur Trade Board welcomed him during the programme. State BJP President Madan Rathore, National General Secretary Harish Dwivedi, National Minister Rohan Gupta, BJP MP Manju Sharma, District President Amit Goyal, BJP MLAs Kalicharan Saraf, Balmukund Acharya and Gopal Sharma, former State President Ashok Parnami, along with other party leaders, office-bearers and workers, participated in the roadshow.
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Kota child molestation case: DNA samples, CCTV footage examined to identify suspect
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 9 (IANS) Police are examining DNA samples, forensic evidence and CCTV footage in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a three-year-old girl in Rajasthan's Kota, as investigators work to identify the suspected accused. The child's young age has made it difficult for her to provide details of the incident, prompting police to rely on scientific and other corroborative evidence. A highly sensitive case involving the alleged sexual abuse of a three-year-old girl has come to light in Kota district. Following a complaint by the child's family, police have registered a case under the POCSO Act and other relevant sections and launched an investigation. Given the child's young age, she is reportedly unable to clearly describe what happened. Investigators are therefore relying on medical examination findings, DNA samples, CCTV footage and other forensic evidence to identify the suspected accused. The alleged incident came to light after the family took the child to a paediatrician when she fell ill. During the examination, the doctor noticed pain and swelling around the child's waist and genital area and suspected possible sexual assault. The doctor subsequently informed the family, following which they approached the police. A formal complaint was then registered and an investigation was initiated. Kota City Superintendent of Police Tejaswini Gautam said that a case has been registered under the POCSO Act and other applicable provisions. The investigation is being conducted under the supervision of Mukesh Sankhla, Additional Superintendent of Police of the Women's Harassment Investigation Cell. According to the family, the child generally stays at home and attends only a play school located near their residence. Based on this information, police have collected DNA samples from certain male staff members of the school as well as other relevant individuals. An FSL (Forensic Science Laboratory) team has also examined the relevant location and collected evidence as part of the investigation. Police are examining the forensic evidence and DNA samples to determine whether they match any of the individuals under suspicion. CCTV footage from the area is also being reviewed to establish the child's movements and identify anyone who may have come into contact with her. The investigation is ongoing, and police are yet to confirm the identity of the accused. Further details are expected once the forensic and other evidence is analysed.
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Surbhi Chandna shares how hubby Karan Sharma changed her life for good in a heartfelt birthday post
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) Television actress Surbhi Chandna penned a heartfelt birthday note for her husband Karan Sharma. She looked back on their journey together and expressed her gratitude for having Karan by her side. Taking to Instagram, Surbhi shared a series of memories with Karan and revealed that her gallery is filled with around 16,000 pictures of the two of them, spanning their journey from 2010 to the present. The Ishqbaaaz actress admitted that choosing just a few special moments from the collection was quite a task. Reflecting on their years together, Surbhi said Karan has changed her life for the better. She also spoke about how they have literally grown up together and how revisiting their old photographs makes her realize how fortunate she is to have him by her side. This Lifetime is not going to be enough Kara I need you want you in all my janams My gallery has 16000 pictures of us from 2010 to now and its been a task to pick our special memories from the lot You changed my Life for good Growing up together literally and revisiting all these pictures every now and then only make me realise You Got Lucky Babe But on a serious note i feel god has been kind that this lifetime you are Mine Surbhi is Incomplete without her Karan & you are my blessing Birthday Love my Virgo Twin @karanrsharma09, wrote Surbhi. The carousel featured a collection of cherished moments from Surbhi and Karans journey together, including pictures from their courtship period, vacations and wedding ceremonies. Surbhi Chandna and entrepreneur Karan Sharma tied the knot on March 2, 2024, in a grand yet intimate ceremony in Jaipur. The couple had been in a relationship for over 13 years before taking their relationship to the next level. Their wedding was attended by close friends and family, including several members of the television fraternity.
India's gross manufacturing leasing posts 49 pc CAGR since 2021
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) India's gross manufacturing leasing has reached a cumulative 69 million sq ft, registering a compound annual growth rate of 49 per cent since 2021, a report said on Wednesday. Indias manufacturing sector is witnessing an unprecedented transformation, with leasing demand for industrial spaces projected to capture 40 per cent of the market by 2030, the report from commercial real estate services firm JLL said. Manufacturing has now emerged as the second-largest occupier segment after third-party logistics (3PL), signaling a fundamental restructuring of Indias industrial real estate hierarchy. Gross absorption touched 19.2 million sq. ft. in 2025, and H1 2026 recorded 10.2 million sq. ft.a 19 per cent year-over-year increase for the first half. With manufacturing leasing absorption forecast to reach approximately 46 million sq. ft. by 2030, the sector's trajectory underscores India's evolution toward becoming a global manufacturing powerhouse aligned with its Vision 2047 aspirations, the report noted. The growth in the manufacturing real estate asset class reflects two distinct yet complementary strategies shaping India's industrial landscape. Tier-I cities are witnessing aggressive leasing of Grade-A facilities as manufacturers prioritise speed-to-market and be capex-light due to paucity of affordable land, said Yogesh Shevade, Managing Director, Industrial & Logistics, India, JLL. Simultaneously, Tier-II markets are seeing manufacturers opt for land acquisition, seeking greater customisation and long-term operational control, Shevade said. Both approaches signal robust manufacturing commitment; whether through leasing or ownership, India is becoming the factory floor of choice, he added. Grade-A properties captured 90 per cent of manufacturing leasing in 2025 and the shift toward high-specification facilities reflects stringent adherence to enhanced building standards, hygiene protocols, and safety norms. Nearly 14 emerging markets including Lucknow, Jaipur, Chandigarh tri-city, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Surat, Nagpur, Nashik, Goa, Indore, Sambhajinagar, Tuticorin, Coimbatore & Vizag are witnessing manufacturers prioritise land transactions over leasing, reflecting diverse regional strategies aligned with specific operational requirements.
Amid tight security, the polling in the first phase of Rajasthan's urban local body elections underway on Wednesday across 162 civic bodies across the state, including 18 in Jaipur district. In this election, more than 20,000 candidates are in the fray for 5,393 councillor posts in the first phase. Polling started at 7 am and will continue till 6 pm. The four municipal corporations where polling underway in the first phase include Alwar, Bharatpur, Bikaner and Bhilwara.
Jodhpur High Court building case: 7 arrested, 1 detained after SIT probe into construction defects
Digital Desk | Jodhpur, Sep 9 (IANS) Jodhpur Police have arrested seven people and detained an eighth in connection with an investigation into alleged irregularities and serious construction defects in the new Rajasthan High Court building in Jodhpur. Police Commissioner Anshuman Bhomia outlined the investigation and arrests at a Press conference. According to police, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) found the roles of the construction company, firms and individuals associated with the fire-safety system, and officials responsible for supervising the project to be suspicious. Construction of the new High Court building began in 2011 and the structure was handed over in 2019, according to the police. Various defects were reported after the handover, including the collapse of false ceilings, a fire in Courtroom No. 2, cracks in the central dome and damage to pillars. Several institutions, including IIT Jodhpur, IIT Bombay and PTMES, subsequently conducted audits and surveys to assess the condition of the building. Following the findings, police constituted an SIT to conduct a detailed investigation. Samples were collected from the building and sent for forensic examination, while expert opinions were also sought. Police said the investigation raised questions about the role of companies supplying construction materials, agencies involved in executing the work, and individuals responsible for installing the fire-safety system. The role of officials of the Rajasthan State Road Development and Construction Corporation (RSRDC), who were responsible for overseeing and supervising the project, also came under scrutiny. According to the Police Commissioner, the investigation found evidence pointing to alleged criminal breach of trust involving officials. Police formed 12 special teams and four cyber teams to trace the suspects. Raids were conducted at multiple locations in Rajasthan, including Jodhpur, Jaipur, Kota, Bundi and Ajmer, as well as in Alwar, Delhi-NCR, Gurugram, Noida, Patiala and Kapurthala in Punjab, and Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Police said Varendra Garg, owner of VCL Group/Varendra Construction Company, the primary construction firm associated with the project, was detained in Haridwar late on Monday night. According to police, Garg had been changing locations to evade arrest. He was traced with the help of technical surveillance and coordination with police in other states. Jodhpur Police had announced a reward of 50,000 for information leading to his arrest. Police said eight individuals have been located in connection with the case. Seven have been arrested, while the process of arresting the eighth suspect was underway. Those arrested include Jitendra Sharma, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC; Naveen Rai, then Project Manager with RSRDC; Rameshwar Dayal and Gopal Lal, who were associated with the installation of the fire-safety system; Deepak Mittal, formerly with RSRDC and currently an Executive Engineer in Jaipur; and Ajay Kishan Mutha, then Assistant Engineer with RSRDC. Police said the arrested accused have been taken on remand and are being questioned. Investigators said further action could follow if the enquiry establishes the involvement of additional individuals, officials or companies.
Voting begins in 162 Urban Local Bodies across Rajasthan amid tight security at polling booths
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 9 (IANS) Voting for the first phase of Rajasthans Urban Local Body elections began at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday and will continue until 6:00 p.m., with stringent security arrangements in place across polling centres. The first phase covers 162 Urban Local Bodies across 39 districts, including 131 municipalities, 27 municipal councils and four municipal corporations including Bharatpur, Alwar, Bikaner and Bhilwara. More than 57.52 lakh voters are eligible to cast their ballots to determine the fate of 20,623 candidates. Polling is being conducted at 7,067 booths across 6,930 polling premises, covering 5,393 wards. The four municipal corporations together account for 279 wards in this phase. Elections in 32 wards have already been decided unopposed. In the four municipal corporations, 73 wards are witnessing direct contests between the BJP and Congress, while 76 wards have triangular contests and 130 wards are seeing multi-cornered contests. Early-morning queues were reported at several polling stations. In Alwar, voters began arriving at polling booths to elect councillors for the citys 65 wards. Jayaprakash Sharma cast the first vote at the Dak Bungalow polling station shortly after polling opened. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma appealed to citizens to participate enthusiastically in the electoral process and exercise their right to vote. He urged voters, particularly first-time young voters, to turn out in large numbers and encourage their families and acquaintances to participate. The State Election Commission has established a control room at 0141-2227407 for complaints and reports concerning voting and other election-related issues. The Commission has also advised voters to verify their names in the electoral roll and check their polling-station details through the 'Search Voter' facility on its official website before heading to the polling booth. Political party workers distributed voter slips door-to-door on Tuesday, as the Election Commission did not arrange for distribution of voter slips. There was a lot of enthusiasm among the voters to participate in the polls.
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Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], September 8: Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ), in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Government of Rajasthan, inaugurated the International Innovation Challenge (IIC) 3.0, a 36-hour innovation and entrepreneurship challenge aimed at encouraging young innovators to develop technology-driven solutions to pressing societal and industry challenges.
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Rajasthan: Army soldier abducted on returning home from coaching; wife gets Rs 10 lakh ransom call
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 8 (IANS) An Army soldier was allegedly kidnapped by a group of armed men while he was returning home from coaching in Rajasthan's Sikar district a day before, police said on Tuesday. The kidnappers later allegedly used his phone to call his wife and demand a Rs 10 lakh ransom. The soldier, identified as Shriram Sihag (32), was on leave and had been preparing for the Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment examination. The incident took place at around 8 p.m. on Monday near Kerpura bus stand, when five to six unidentified men allegedly intercepted him and forcibly took him away in a vehicle. Shriram's motorcycle and helmet were found abandoned at the spot, raising an immediate alarm among his family and local residents. According to the family, Shriram's wife received a call from his phone at around 11:46 p.m. on Monday. The caller allegedly told her that Shriram was safe and demanded Rs 10 lakh. The caller reportedly said, Shriram is safe with us. We will send the bank details. Transfer Rs 10 lakh to that account. The call was disconnected shortly afterwards. The family then approached the police, following which a search operation was launched. Police said the family has raised suspicion against another Army soldier over a previous financial dispute. Khandela Station House Officer Surendra Singh said Shriram's brother, Sher Singh, lodged a report and told police that Shriram had earlier been involved in a financial transaction-related dispute with another soldier from Karauli district during his posting in West Bengal. The family suspects that the dispute could be linked to the alleged kidnapping. Based on the information provided by the family, police have sent a team to Karauli to investigate the suspected connection. Roadblocks have also been placed in surrounding areas, while teams are searching for the missing soldier. According to his family, Shriram had been on leave for the past three to four months to prepare for the SI recruitment examination. He joined the Army in 2013 and was currently posted in Punjab. Police said they are investigating the case from multiple angles and are working to establish the identity of the suspects, trace the soldier and verify the alleged financial dispute. The discovery of Shriram's motorcycle and helmet at the spot, coupled with the alleged ransom call from his phone, has intensified the investigation.
Proposals in pipeline to connect Kangra Airport with Jammu, Jaipur, Dehradun
Shimla, Sep 8: The Kangra district, which is being developed as the tourist capital of Himachal Pradesh, could soon be aerially connected with Jammu while proposals to connect it with Jaipur and Dehradun are in the pipeline, officials said on Tuesday. IndiGo Airlines has proposed connecting Jammu to Kangra (Gaggal) Airport. The plan involves establishing connectivity between Jammu and Dharamshala as well as between Dharamshala and Delhi in the coming period, said Amit Saklani, Acting Director of Kangra Airport. He said the service could launch around the New Year, potentially on January 1. However, official confirmation is still pending. The move is expected to provide significant convenience to tourists visiting the Kangra Valley, including Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj. He added that travellers heading towards Leh could find relief from the current hassle of catching flights from Jammu or Delhi. Saklani said the airport currently faces some limitations regarding parking bay facilities. The goal is to complete the necessary upgrades within the next four to five months, after which the prospects for expanding air connectivity will strengthen significantly. He clarified that since the airline has only submitted a proposal so far, flight fares and final schedules have not yet been determined. About one lakh passengers have travelled through the airport between January and July this year and if this trend continues, the annual passenger volume is likely to reach around two lakh. Regarding the potential to connect Kangra Airport with other cities, Saklani said proposals have been received from airlines to establish connectivity with Jaipur and Dehradun as well. However, launching these services would require expanding the airport and enhancing existing facilities. A SpiceJet flight service to Jaipur had previously operated for about four to five months before it was discontinued. Now, we expect IndiGo will connect Kangra with Jaipur and Dehradun, he said.
Jaipur Prepares for Its First Major Electoral Test Following Voter List Revision
Jaipur gears up for its significant municipal elections on September 11, with a focus on maximizing voter turnout and engaging young voters. Jaipur Prepares for Its First Major Electoral Test Following Voter List Revision
Jaipur ready for first major electoral test after SIR
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 8 (IANS) The first major electoral test for Jaipur after the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will take place on September 11, with 2,433,121 voters eligible to cast their ballots across 150 municipal wards. The revised voter list has added around 2.5 lakh voters, significantly changing the electoral landscape ahead of the civic body elections. With the administration targeting a voter turnout of 90 per cent to 95 per cent, the numbers could become crucial in closely contested wards. At a 90 per cent turnout, Jaipur could record around 2.19 million votes, while a 95 per cent turnout would push the figure to approximately 2.31 million. That seemingly small five-percentage-point increase would translate into nearly 122,000 additional votes. In several wards, these additional votes could make the difference between victory and defeat. The administration is closely monitoring voter participation, as even a 1-2 per cent change in turnout within an individual ward could significantly alter the electoral arithmetic. The turnout will also provide an indication of how the revised electoral rolls following the SIR have affected voter participation at the ground level. The challenge for the administration is therefore twofold: Ensuring a free, fair and peaceful election while also encouraging maximum voter participation. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will remain available at polling stations to assist voters with identification and eligibility-related issues. Another notable feature of this election is the growing presence of young voters. Gen-Z voters account for nearly 23 per cent of Jaipurs electorate, giving first-time and young voters the potential to influence the outcome in several wards. Political parties and candidates are consequently focussing on women, young voters and first-time electors as they mobilise supporters for polling day. The civic election will see 723 candidates contesting across 150 wards. While several wards are witnessing direct contests between two candidates, some have a crowded field. Ward 62 has the highest number of candidates, with 13 contenders in the fray. With polling day approaching, candidates and political parties are concentrating on booth-level mobilisation and ensuring that their supporters turn out to vote. District Election Officer Sandesh Nayak said that all necessary preparations for the local body elections have been completed. He said voter-awareness campaigns are being conducted continuously in accordance with Election Commission directives to encourage maximum participation. Nayak appealed to voters to participate enthusiastically in the festival of democracy, reach their polling stations on time and cast their votes without fear. He also urged voters to encourage their family members, neighbours and people in their communities to exercise their franchise. With a larger electorate after the SIR, a high proportion of young voters and a turnout target of up to 95 per cent, Jaipurs civic elections could be decided not only by who wins the campaign but also by who succeeds in bringing voters to the polling booth.
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Indias startup pipeline expands to 110 Cheetahs in 2026: ASK-Hurun
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Indias Cheetah startup cohort rose to 110 in 2026 from 103 a year ago with their combined valuation estimated at around Rs 3 lakh crore, according to the 2026 ASK Private Wealth Hurun India Cheetah Index on Tuesday. As per the index data, Cheetahs are unlisted startups founded in 2000 or later and valued between $200 million and $500 million which considers potential unicorns within the next five years. In addition, it identified 43 new Cheetahs during the year and ten companies moved up to the Gazelle category, three moved directly to Unicorn status, while six listed on public markets. Sector-wise, finTech emerged as the largest sector with 17 Cheetahs, followed by SaaS with 16 and e-commerce with 12. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence (AI) accounted for eight companies, while electric vehicle and aerospace & defence had eight and five Cheetahs, respectively. City-wise, Bengaluru remained the leading hub with 36 Cheetahs, followed by the Delhi-NCR with 25 and Mumbai with 16. Together, the three regions accounted for 77 of the 110 companies. Moreover, Pune had eight Cheetahs after adding four during the year, while Ahmedabad had three and Jaipur two. ASK Private Wealth Co-Founder, CEO and MD Rajesh Saluja said the latest cohort reflected growing diversification beyond traditional technology sectors, with electric mobility, CleanTech, Aerospace & Defence and AI gaining prominence. Hurun India Founder and Chief Researcher Anas Rahman Junaid said the shift towards capital-intensive and engineering-led businesses marked a change in the composition of India's emerging high-growth companies. The index is part of the ASK Private Wealth Hurun India Cheetah-Gazelle-Unicorn Index, with the three cohorts being published as separate reports for the first time. In addition, the Cheetah cohort has nearly doubled since 2021 and that companies tracked since then have recorded 52 promotions to Gazelle and 15 to Unicorn status, while six Cheetahs from the previous year entered public markets in 2026.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 8 (IANS) A leopard entered a park in Rajasthan's Kota city early on Tuesday, triggering panic among morning walkers and visitors. The leopard came into the Chhatra Vilas Garden, commonly known as CB Garden, at around 6 a.m. and later climbed a Jamun tree nearly 40 feet tall, where it remains as the Forest Department continues efforts to rescue it safely. At the time the leopard was spotted, around 200 people were reportedly present in the garden for morning walks, yoga and exercise. Panic spread through the park, prompting officials to evacuate the visitors and shut the gates. Police and Rajasthan Armed Constabulary (RAC) personnel have been deployed to secure the area, while people have been advised not to enter the garden. The Forest Department rescue team reached the spot after receiving information about the leopard. Veterinary Doctor Akhilesh Pandey attempted to tranquillise the animal from below the tree, but the dart missed its target. A second attempt also failed. Officials initially brought a small crane to enable the team to reach the leopard, but the height of the tree made it difficult to take an accurate shot. A larger crane was subsequently brought to the garden at around 9 a.m. The crane will be positioned according to the height of the tree, allowing veterinarians to make another attempt to tranquillise the leopard. A net has been spread beneath the tree as a precautionary measure. Forest Department personnel are also putting additional safety arrangements in place around the tree, while a cage has been ordered for the rescue operation. Officials said that once the leopard is successfully darted, the team will have to wait around 30 minutes for the tranquilliser to take effect before attempting to bring the animal down safely. A 25-member rescue team, including senior Forest Department officials, has been deployed at the site. DFO Pramod Dhakad said that two veterinary doctors are also present, along with the Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) and two Assistant Conservators of Forests (ACFs). Upon receiving the information, the rescue team immediately reached CB Garden. The leopard has been spotted sitting on a tree, and efforts are underway to capture it safely, Dhakad said. The latest incident comes amid reports of leopard sightings in areas around Kota. The animal had previously been spotted near the Army area on Mall Road and near the Health Department office. The Forest Department had also placed a cage in an earlier attempt to capture it, but the leopard was not trapped. Officials said that, so far, the leopard has not attacked anyone. The rescue operation is continuing, with teams preparing for a third attempt to tranquillise the animal.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 7 (IANS) During a court hearing, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said on Monday that the high-powered committee constituted to examine the definition and conservation of the Aravalli range appeared to be seeking time until after his retirement. A three-judge bench led by CJI Surya Kant was hearing the matter when the committee sought time until February 27, 2027, to submit its report. Responding to the request, the CJI said, It appears from the committee's request that they are waiting for my retirement. The Supreme Court rejected the request for six months and directed the committee to submit its report within three months, by November 30, 2026. CJI Surya Kant asked the committee to work day and night to complete the exercise within the stipulated period. The matter will next be heard by the Supreme Court on December 2, 2026. CJI Surya Kant directed the committee to follow a comprehensive consultation process before arriving at its final conclusions. The committee has been asked to consider the views of all stakeholders affected by decisions concerning the Aravalli region, including tribal communities in Rajasthan and Gujarat. The court also permitted the committee to submit an interim report, so that proceedings do not have to wait until the completion of the entire consultation process. The dispute over the definition of the Aravallis intensified following a Supreme Court order dated November 20, 2025, which permitted mining on hills below 100 metres. The decision triggered widespread concern over the potential impact of the 100-metre criterion on the protection of the Aravalli range. On November 29, 2025, the Supreme Court stayed its own order. It subsequently directed the formation of an expert committee to examine the issue and sought responses from the Centre and the four states associated with the Aravalli range -- Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi and Haryana. During Monday's hearing, the bench said that the proceedings were not adversarial litigation, stressing that the primary objective was the conservation of the Aravalli range. The Bench also referred to issues highlighted in its December 29, 2025, suo motu order, saying that there could be a need for an independent expert body to re-examine the scientific, environmental, geological and legal aspects related to the definition of the Aravallis. The committee's report is expected to play a key role in determining how the Aravalli range is defined and protected going forward.
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One dead as wall collapses in Rajasthans Bharatpur; CM Bhajanlal visits hospital
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 7 (IANS) Seven women were trapped under debris after a wall suddenly collapsed in the Sevar town of Bharatpur in Rajasthan on Monday. One of the women, an 80-year-old, died during treatment. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma later visited RBM Hospital to check on the injured and directed officials to ensure proper medical care. The incident took place in the Sikligar neighbourhood of Sevar town, where a group of women were on their way to the market when a wall built on the roof of a house suddenly collapsed onto them. The women were buried under the debris, triggering panic in the area. Local residents rushed to the spot and began removing the rubble by hand before heavy machinery could arrive. The women were rescued one by one and initially taken to Sevar Hospital. They were later referred to RBM Hospital for further treatment. Doctors at RBM Hospital declared 80-year-old Premvati, wife of Roshan, dead. The other injured women are undergoing treatment. According to the administration, a preliminary assessment suggests that the wall collapsed after a monkey jumped onto the roof. Bharatpur Collector Kamar Chaudhary said the monkey's jump may have caused the wall, which had been constructed on the rooftop, to collapse. The injured women have been identified as Meera, 55, wife of Hardayal; Nandani, 18, daughter of Hardayal; Sunita, 45, wife of Nemi; Veermati, 50, wife of Omi; and Ramdhakeli, 60, wife of Ramesh, among others. Premvati died during treatment. After being informed about the incident, administrative and police officials reached the spot. The injured were shifted to RBM Hospital for advanced treatment. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma also visited the hospital and met the injured women. He spoke with doctors about their condition and reviewed the treatment arrangements, directing officials to ensure they receive the best possible medical care.
