IAF hands over 39.5 acres of land parcel near Lok Kalyan Marg to Centre
The Indian Air Force has handed over 39.5 acres of land housing a sports complex, a swimming pool and other amenities to the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry, an official said on Friday. The move comes days after the Land and Development Office (L&DO) under the ministry issued notices to the facility to return the land on Lok Kalyan Marg. An official said that a joint team of the Defence Estates Office and the L&DO will conduct a survey to determine the boundaries of the land. There has been no official word on the purpose of reclaiming the land parcel. The sports complex is located near the Delhi Race Club and Jaipur Polo Grounds, where the L&DO under the MoHUA has also taken steps to reclaim land. In the past few months, the Centre has expedited the process of reclaiming prime land parcels in the surrounding area. Workers and residents of the jhuggis around the area said that the slum clusters surrounding the Jaipur Polo Grounds and the Delhi Race Club had also ..
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Rajasthan Panchayat polls: Stone pelting, arson at Udaipur counting site
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 6 (IANS) Stone pelting and arson were reported at a vote-counting centre in Rajasthans Udaipur district following the announcement of Gram Panchayat election results late on Thursday night, while several prominent political families witnessed electoral setbacks in the third phase of the Panchayati Raj elections. In Navaghara Gram Panchayat, under the Kherwara Panchayat Samiti in Udaipur district, violence broke out after Pushpa Devi was declared the winner at around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday. According to locals, supporters of the defeated candidate became agitated as the winning candidate was being escorted from the counting centre towards her residence. They allegedly pelted stones at the counting site, set fire to property and vandalised several vehicles parked on the premises. Police teams, including personnel from Bawalwada, rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control. Fire brigade personnel were also called to extinguish the flames. In another incident, a dispute erupted during vote counting in Darr Barahna Gram Panchayat under the Bayana Panchayat Samiti in Bharatpur district. Vimla Kumari was initially declared the winner by just one vote after two rounds of counting. However, the rival candidate and her supporters alleged that three votes had not been counted, triggering a commotion. Bayana SDM Alka Srivastava reached the spot, following which it was decided to conduct the counting at her office. The elections also witnessed defeats for candidates belonging to prominent political families. Kapil Meena, son of BJP MLA Shanta Meena from Salumbar, lost the Sarpanch election in Semari Gram Panchayat. His late father, Amritlal Meena, had also served as a BJP MLA. Kamala Parmar, the sister-in-law of Congress MLA Dayaram Parmar from Kherwara in Udaipur, also lost the Sarpanch election. She had contested from the Mahuwal Gram Panchayat under the Nayagaon Panchayat Samiti. Her husband, Pannalal, the MLA's brother, contested from Ward 6 of the Panchayat Samiti on a Congress ticket and is among the contenders for the post of Pradhan. The Panchayat Samiti election results are scheduled to be declared on November 20. Shobha Bhardwaj, wife of Mahendra Bhardwaj, who served as media advisor to former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, won the Sarpanch election from Deoli in Tonk district. She defeated her rival, Manju, by 124 votes. Tamma Kanwar, aunt of Chittorgarh MLA Chandrabhan Singh Aakya, was also elected Sarpanch from Aakya village under the Bhadesar Panchayat Samiti. In Mandfiya, Rajkumar Vaishnav, son of former Shri Sanwaliya Temple chairman Kanhaiya Lal Vaishnav, also registered a victory. In Jalore district, Chhaganlal Bhil won the Sarpanch election in Kumbhiya Gram Panchayat under the Chitalwana Panchayat Samiti, defeating Ugam Devi, wife of Naib Tehsildar Virmaram, by 13 votes. Veji Devi, mother of Dr Narsiram Chaudhary, personal assistant to Sanchore MLA Jivaram Chaudhary, was elected Sarpanch from Dabal village. Supporters celebrated her victory by lifting the PA onto their shoulders. In Dausa district, a commotion broke out at the Baroli polling booth following allegations that the seal of a ballot box had been broken. Meanwhile, Mausam Meena, wife of Narcotics Control Bureau officer Dharam Singh Meena, won the Sarpanch election in Ganipur Gram Panchayat under the Sikrai Panchayat Samiti. In Udaipur district, Kanhaiyalal Ahari won the Sarpanch election in Kalyanpur Gram Panchayat, with supporters celebrating the victory through dancing. Separately, election official Mohammad Luqman suffered a heart attack while counting votes in Rajmahal Gram Panchayat under the Deoli Panchayat Samiti in Tonk district. He was admitted to Deoli Sub-District Hospital and subsequently referred to a higher medical centre due to his critical condition. The election results also included the victory of Nausar Devi, who was elected Sarpanch of one of Rajasthan's smallest Gram Panchayats. Polling for the post of Up-Sarpanch (deputy village head) is being held on Friday as part of the third phase of the Panchayati Raj elections. Elections for the posts of Panch and Sarpanch were conducted on Thursday across 3,716 Gram Panchayats, with results declared late Thursday night.
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Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for
Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for skipping Delhi rally Jaipur: The Rajasthan Youth Congress has suspended 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents and 31 state-level functionaries, for failing to attend a rally organised at Delhis Ramlila Maidan. The Youth Congress had assigned all its office-bearers the responsibility of mobilising people [] The post Rajasthan Youth Congress suspends 43 office-bearers, including 12 district presidents, for skipping Delhi rally appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Man Held For Alleged Rape After Pub Meeting In Bengaluru
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Govt takes over 39.5-acre Air Force Sports Complex near PM's residence in Delhi
The Centre has taken possession of 39.5 acres housing the Indian Air Force's Sports Complex near the Prime Minister's residence at Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi. The move is part of a wider land reclamation exercise that has also involved the Delhi Race Club, Jaipur Polo Ground and Delhi Gymkhana Club.
Constable Dies By Suicide In Mizoram
A 31-year-old CRPF constable, Sudhir Swami, allegedly died by suicide using his service rifle while on duty at the Mizoram Governor's official residence in Aizawl on Thursday. Police have registered an unnatural death case and are investigating the motive, seizing his rifle and mobile phone. His body is being transported to Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Jaipur roots of Indian-American Congresswoman-elect from Florida in focus
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) After her victory in the recent US midterm elections, Pia Dandiya, whose family traces its roots to Jaipur, has emerged as a prominent new face in American politics. A former White House Fellow, Apple employee and educationist, Dandiya has built her career around public service and expanding educational opportunities for underprivileged children. Dandiya contested the US House of Representatives election from Florida's 22nd Congressional District as a Democratic Party candidate. She secured 51.89 per cent of the votes, defeating Republican candidate Casey Askar, who received 48.11 per cent. Her election has also brought attention to her family's connection with Rajasthan's capital, where several of her relatives continue to reside. Dandiya's parents moved from Jaipur to the United States in 1980. She was born and raised in America, but her connection with her ancestral city remained strong. Her father Rohit Dandiya is a physician and an MBBS graduate of Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Medical College in Jaipur. During her childhood, Dandiya frequently visited Jaipur during school holidays to meet relatives. These visits continued until her college years, keeping her connected with her family's hometown. Her mother is associated with the education sector and established a Montessori school in Jupiter, Florida. She received her early education at the institution founded by her mother. Education has been a major part of Dandiya's professional journey. At the age of 28, she established a high school in Harlem in New York, aimed at providing quality education to children from low-income families. She became the school's founding principal and worked to create better academic opportunities for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Graduates from the institution have subsequently secured admission to prestigious colleges. Her experience in education and working with underserved communities helped shape her interest in public service and policymaking. Apart from her work in education, Dandiya has also served as a White House Fellow, an experience that gave her exposure to the functioning of the US administration and policymaking. She has also worked at Apple, adding experience in the corporate and technology sectors to her professional profile. Her journey from education to public service and politics eventually brought her into the Democratic Party, where she went on to contest the Congressional election. With her election to the US House of Representatives, Dandiya now begins a new chapter in public life. Her victory has attracted particular interest in Jaipur, where her family's roots and her father's medical education remain an important part of her background.
Come forward: Ashwini Vaishnaw challenges Congress to debate on SIR in Parliament
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday asked Congress to hold a debate on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Parliament, saying that whenever the Congress requested a discussion on any subject, it was facilitated. Addressing a press conference in Jaipur, Vaishnaw said, If you (Congress) are prepared, then put forward your demand today; we will not hesitate to convene a special session. If you wish to debate a specific topic
Rajasthan govt forms task forces to crack down on illegal gravel mining
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) The state government has constituted six task forces to take stringent action against illegal mining, transportation and storage of gravel (bajri) in the Jojari, Bandi and Luni river basins and strengthen monitoring mechanisms. Additional Chief Secretary (Mines and Petroleum) Aparna Arora said that the task forces have been directed to ensure strict compliance with the guidelines issued by the High-Level Ecosystem Oversight Committee, the Honble Supreme Court and the National Green Tribunal (NGT). She informed that separate task forces have been constituted for Sirohi, Sojat City, Jalore, Barmer, Jodhpur and Gotan. These teams will regularly monitor and inspect the activities of gravel mining leaseholders to ensure compliance with environmental clearance conditions, adherence to the prescribed maximum mining depth of three metres and maintenance of the mandatory buffer distance from riverbanks. Arora further stated that the task forces would conduct regular field inspections, identify violations and take appropriate action. They will also submit reports on instances of non-compliance, including violations of environmental clearance conditions, mining beyond the permissible depth of three metres, failure to maintain the prescribed distance from riverbanks and extraction of gravel from below the water surface. The state government is pursuing a zero-tolerance policy towards illegal mining activities. Accordingly, the task forces have been instructed to strengthen field-level monitoring and take strict action against illegal activities in accordance with the Government of India's Enforcement and Monitoring Guidelines for Sand Mining, 2020. The task forces have also been empowered to initiate action under Section 23B of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act and the relevant provisions of the Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2017. Each task force constituted by the state government will be headed by an officer of the Assistant Mining Engineer rank and will comprise a geologist, a mining foreman and a surveyor. To ensure transparency and effective enforcement, officials and personnel from other departments have also been included in the teams. The Additional Director (Vigilance) at the headquarters has been designated as the Nodal Officer for coordinating the task forces. Arora directed all officers and personnel assigned to the task forces to ensure strict implementation of the prescribed guidelines and take firm action against violations. She made it clear that negligence or laxity at any level would not be tolerated.
Union Minister Vaishnaw joins Rajasthan CM Sharma in 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy' march in Jaipur
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday joined Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and other senior BJP leaders in a padyatra (foot march) in Jaipur as part of the partys 'Save Democracy, End Anarchy campaign. The march was organised following a public meeting at Ramlila Maidan and proceeded from New Gate to Tripolia Gate, with BJP leaders and workers carrying party flags and raising slogans in support of the campaign. Addressing the gathering, Vaishnaw struck a light-hearted note while referring to his personal connection with Jaipur, where his in-laws reside. I have a deep connection with Jaipur. I was born and raised on this soil, and I am a son of this land, he said. The meeting was attended by BJP State President Madan Rathore, Chief Minister Sharma, Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, State BJP in-charge Sanjay Bhatia, senior party leader Arun Chaturvedi and Mayor Sunil Kothari, among others. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sharma launched a sharp attack on former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, challenging him to prove any of his allegations wrong. Referring to his earlier remarks at a rally in Jodhpur, Sharma said, When I spoke at the Jodhpur rally, he became rattled, and he will be even more rattled now. I had promised that every question would be answered, and answered with full force. I challenge you to prove even one of my statements wrong. He raised questions about alleged irregularities in the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) and the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), referring to the arrest of an RPSC member and a minister in connection with separate cases. The Chief Minister also questioned the functioning of officials during the previous Congress government and referred to the arrest of Gehlot's Personal Security Officer (PSO) and remarks allegedly made by his Officer on Special Duty (OSD). You are the one lying. If you are right, provide proof. Let us see who is lying and who is telling the truth, Sharma said, adding that his government was focussed on public welfare rather than engaging in politics. BJP State President Madan Rathore accused the Opposition of being desperate to regain power and alleged that it was attempting to create unrest to achieve its political objectives. He also criticised the Congress leadership over its association with individuals who, he alleged, had insulted Lord Ram, questioned national unity and disrespected the national song. Party workers raised slogans such as Modi kahin nahin jayega and Save Democracy, End Anarchy. They also carried posters bearing the message, India will not tolerate the insult to its popular mandate. The march was part of the BJP's campaign against what the party describes as attacks on democratic institutions and the public mandate.
Rashtrapati Bhavan Change of Guard Ceremony to begin from 8 a.m. on Nov 7
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The Change of Guard Ceremony, which is held every Saturday in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, will be conducted between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. from November 7, an official statement said on Thursday. The new timings are part of the annual switch to winter schedule for the time-honoured ceremonial parade that showcases the precision, discipline and heritage of the Indian Armed Forces. The summer timings for the Change of Guard Ceremony at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi were 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The ceremony is conducted in the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan and attracts a large number of visitors, including tourists, students and citizens who come to witness the colourful spectacle of marching contingents, military bands and the formal transfer of duties between units. The Change of Guard is a formal military ceremony performed at prominent sites worldwide, including Buckingham Palace in London, the Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, the US. It showcases tradition as soldiers formally hand over duties in a colourful public spectacle. At Rashtrapti Bhavan in Delhi, the 30-minute Change of Guard Ceremony is held every Saturday morning. The ceremony does not take place on Saturday if it is a Gazetted holiday or if it is so notified by Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Change of Guard ceremony is a military tradition as part of which guards and sentries at palaces, forts and defence establishments change periodically to enable a fresh body of troops to take charge. At Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Ceremonial Army Guard Battalion is responsible for providing ceremonial guards and sentries for the President of India. Over the years, the ceremony has been revamped and relocated to make it more visually appealing and public-friendly. An equestrian display by the President's Bodyguard (PBG) in their ceremonial regalia has been added, and the venue has been shifted to the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, with easier public access, it said. The ceremony commences with the PBG troops, astride their caparisoned, powerful and well-groomed steeds, advancing from behind the Jaipur Column to the tunes played by the Army Brass Band. Thereafter, the Parade Commander marches in, on whose 'word of command' the guard marches in. After inspection, the new guard takes position along the old guard, and both the guards exchange the national salute. Thereafter, the new guard takes over the duties of guards and sentries. The ceremony ends with an equestrian display by the PBG and playing of the National Anthem.
Ashwini Vaishnaw Targets Congress in Jaipur, Challenges Rahul Gandhi
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PVR INOX opens Rajasthans first IMAX screen in Jaipur
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Ashwini Vaishnaw meets Raj CM as BJP holds 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' march in Jaipur
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma welcomed Union Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, at his official residence in Jaipur by presenting him with a bouquet on Thursday. During their meeting, the Chief Minister and the Union Minister discussed various development initiatives, ongoing projects and important schemes related to Rajasthan. The meeting came ahead of the BJP's planned march, which witnessed the participation of senior national and state-level leaders. The party has said that the programme will focus on strengthening democratic values and mobilising public support against what it describes as the opposition's attempts to create confusion over electoral processes. The BJP is organising a Save Democracy, Eliminate Anarchy (Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao) march in Jaipur on Thursday, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and other senior party leaders in attendance. The march is being organised amid the BJP's allegations that the opposition is misleading the public through claims of vote theft. According to BJP chief spokesperson and state coordinator of the campaign, Ramlal Sharma, the march started at 11 a.m. from Ramlila Maidan and passed through Chaura Rasta and will conclude at Tripolia Gate. Besides Vaishnaw and Sharma, BJP state president Madan Rathore, state in-charge and MP Sanjay Bhatia, organisational general secretary Ajey Kumar and Jaipur MP Manju Sharma are also participating. A large number of party office-bearers, elected representatives and workers are also expected to join the programme. Ramlal Sharma said the opposition had been consistently misleading people by making what he described as false allegations of vote theft. He added that the campaign aimed to protect democratic values and create public awareness against anarchy. BJP is organising similar marches against the opposition in other states as well.
The Railway Recruitment Cell, North Western Railway (RRC NWR), Jaipur has released the RRC NWR Level 1 Result 2026 on 4 November 2026 for Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination under CEN No. 08/2024. A total of 1,375 candidates have been provisionally shortlisted for the next recruitment stage. Candidates who participated in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) can download the official 12-page result PDF from rrcjaipur.in and check their roll numbers.
Woman from rajasthan accuses bengaluru acquaintance of rape
Bengaluru: A man has been arrested in Bengaluru on charges of allegedly raping a woman from Jaipur whom he befriended at a pub in Koramangala. The accused, Sameer, was arrested by the Madiwala police and remanded to judicial custody. The incident reportedly began when the woman, who had come to Bengaluru from Rajasthan, visited a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan railway track blast: Services resume after repairs, several suspects detained
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 5 (IANS) Train services on the Suratgarh-Anupgarh railway section in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district have resumed following repair work and safety clearance after an explosion damaged a stretch of track near 50 GB village in the Ramsinghpur area, officials said on Thursday. The explosion occurred on Tuesday night, shortly after a passenger train had passed the spot. Following the incident, railway authorities suspended train movement on the section as a precautionary measure, leading to the cancellation of several trains. North Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan confirmed that train services have resumed after the completion of repair work and the necessary safety inspections. Meanwhile, the Railways has lodged a complaint against unidentified persons at the Ramsinghpur police station. Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation. Considering the seriousness of the incident, the investigation has been handed over to IPS officer Nitin Chaudhary, Circle Officer (City), Sri Ganganagar. Police have detained several suspects for questioning. However, investigators have not yet established who was responsible for the explosion or what the motive was. The Bomb Disposal Squad and several investigative agencies have also inspected the site and collected evidence. The explosion took place on Tuesday night near 50 GB village along the Suratgarh-Anupgarh railway section. According to preliminary information, the blast occurred shortly after a passenger train had crossed the spot. Railway officials rushed to the site and assessed the damage. Train operations were halted until technical teams completed repairs and the track was declared safe for traffic. Investigators are now examining the evidence collected from the site and questioning detained suspects to establish the circumstances surrounding the explosion. No official conclusion has been reached so far regarding the nature of the blast, those responsible, or the possible motive.
Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday confirmed that a joint investigation by state authorities and railway officials is currently underway to uncover the conspiracy behind the incident of damaged railway track in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar. Addressing the reporters in Jaipur, Vaishnaw assured that those responsible for damaging critical railway infrastructure would be identified and brought to justice. The Railway Minister emphasised active, top-tier coordination between the central and state administrative bodies. Regarding the blast incident that occurred yesterday, an investigation is currently underway. Consultations have taken place involving the DGP, the Chief Minister, and the Chief Secretary, in coordination with the state government, he said. Vaishnaw further said that once the primary evidence is gathered, the Rajasthan police will decide whether to bring the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in the matter. Officials from both the railway and the state ad...
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Jaipur, November 4, 2026: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Vidyashram, Pratap Nagar, Jaipur, celebrated its 17th Annual Day, Shauryagatha The Glorious Legacy of Bharat, with grandeur, enthusiasm and patriotic spirit. The celebration showcased India's rich cultural heritage, historical traditions and timel...
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 4 (IANS) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday inaugurated Vanijya Bhawan and Udyog Bhawan in Jaipur, making it the first city and first state capital to bring offices of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and its associated organisations under a single location. The inauguration marked the beginning of the co-location of offices of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, according to an official statement. Goyal urged rapid action towards implementing the concept across the country, particularly in every state capital. These centres would serve as hubs to support industry and international trade and function as one-stop locations for activities relating to the promotion of exports, investments and internal trade, the minister said. Out of around 500 offices and 46 organisations under the ministry, most of them, except very large campuses, such as the large office of ECGC in Mumbai would be brought under the co-location arrangement. He clarified that the co-located centres would not provide services only for the organisations physically situated there but would facilitate services across all 46 organisations and different departments under the ministry. Goyal called for the active participation of government offices, stakeholders, state government representatives, exporters, importers, investors and businesses in the initiative. He stressed that the objective should go beyond administrative consolidation and extend to transforming service delivery, simplifying processes and making it easier to do business and legal compliance. The minister directed that all processes, including applications for licences and permits, SCOMET approvals, other services, should move entirely online and set March 31, 2027 as the deadline for completing the necessary digitisation. These include the digitisation of past data and records at the Regional Authorities (RAs) of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) across the country. No person should be required or expected to visit any of the offices physically for these services From April 1, 2027. A small counter could be provided to facilitate verification and uploading of documents, wherever physical verification of original documents is necessary, he said. Computers could also be installed at office entrances to enable simultaneous verification and uploading of documents, wherever required. The Minister encouraged self-certification and greater trust in stakeholders, stressing that the government should demonstrate its confidence in citizens and businesses. Goyal also called for the simplification of processes, formats and forms, and urged the departments to break organisational silos and work collectively to deliver better outcomes for businesses and citizens.
Devi Vigyanam Trailer Out: Tiku Talsania And Puja Joshi Take Audiences On A Spiritual Journey
Bringing together the fascinating worlds of faith, Sanatan culture and science, the makers of the upcoming Hindi feature film Devi Vigyanam unveiled its much-awaited official trailer at a grand event held at the Constitution Club of Rajasthan, Jaipur. The grand trailer launch was graced by several eminent personalities, including Spiritual Guru Swami Avdheshanand Giri, Rajasthan []
Diwali Takeover: How Indian Influence Is Shifting Global Luxury's Power Balance
India's Diwali no longer needs an introduction. It is becoming a global moment for luxury, culture and influence - just like Christmas, Lunar New Year or Ramadan. From Harrods in London to Bvlgari in Jaipur and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, Indian culture is commanding space in some of the world's most iconic luxury institutions. India's growing wealth is drawing global luxury brands towards its consumers and festive traditions. But this story goes beyond money and retail. Indian craftsmanship, designers, celebrities and cultural identity are increasingly shaping how global luxury presents itself. As Diwali enters the global luxury conversation, is Indian influence shifting the balance of cultural power? On Beyond Borders, Ananya Dasgupta explores the Diwali takeover - and what it reveals about India's rising global stature.
Rajasthan: Grand event to be organised to celebrate govts third anniversary
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 4 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said that the state government is committed to the welfare of youth, women, farmers, and the underprivileged, along with the overall development of Rajasthan. He emphasised that the momentum of development would continue, guided by the vision of Viksit Bharat-Viksit Rajasthan (Developed India-Developed Rajasthan). The government will showcase this vision and its achievements to the public through a grand event in Jaipur to mark the third anniversary of the state government. The Chief Minister issued these directions during a high-level review meeting held at his official residence on Wednesday. He said that over the past three years, the state government had achieved significant milestones in various sectors, including power, water, roads, education, healthcare, employment, environment, and industry. Through the Viksit Gram-Shahri Ward Abhiyan (Developed Village and Urban Ward Campaign), a comprehensive roadmap has also been prepared to ensure the holistic development of villages and cities by 2047. He added that Rajasthan is currently leading in the implementation of 30 different schemes. The Chief Minister directed officials to prepare a comprehensive plan to showcase the government's achievements, the rapid pace of development, and its key policies to the public. He suggested organising a range of programmes and competitions to familiarise young people with the lives and contributions of iconic personalities such as Maharana Pratap, Maharaja Surajmal, Amrita Devi, and Meera Bai. He also stressed the need to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other modern technologies to make the activities more engaging and informative for the youth. He further directed that visitors be allowed to witness Rajasthan's ongoing transformation and gain an insight into the state's vision for the future. The Chief Minister instructed all departments to ensure effective coordination and complete preparations within the stipulated time to make the anniversary celebrations historic and grand. He also called for a comprehensive action plan to organise anniversary-related programmes across various districts and emphasised the need to ensure excellent arrangements and facilities for visitors. The Chief Secretary was directed to regularly review and monitor the progress of preparations. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary V. Srinivas, along with Additional Chief Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, Secretaries of various departments, and other concerned officials.
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EPFO Officer Caught Red-Handed In Bribery Scandal
An enforcement officer of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Sonu Maurya, was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Jaipur on Wednesday for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. Maurya had reportedly demanded Rs 2 lakh from a firm owner to prevent an FIR and bank account freezing related to provident fund non-deposits.
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 4 (IANS) The Rajasthan government on Wednesday issued fresh guidelines to curb air pollution during Diwali, restricting the sale and use of firecrackers in six districts falling under the National Capital Region (NCR), officials said. Under the new rules, firecrackers will be permitted for only two days in these districts, with bursting allowed for a maximum of three hours. Only certified green firecrackers will be permitted, while all other varieties will remain prohibited. Every packet of green firecrackers must carry a QR code. Consumers can scan the code to verify details such as the manufacturer's name, certification and licence. The Rajasthan Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) has also shared comprehensive guidelines issued by the state government to control air pollution during Diwali. According to the directives, only CSIR-NEERI-certified green crackers will be permitted for sale and use in the NCR region. These crackers can be burst only on November 7 and 8 between 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The state government has also prohibited firecracker bursting within a 300-metre radius of hospitals, healthcare centres and educational institutions. Strict action will be taken against the illegal manufacturing, storage and sale of firecrackers to ensure compliance with the guidelines. The sale of firecrackers without QR codes is prohibited. They can be sold only through authorised outlets, while online sales are also banned. District Collectors and police officials have been directed to prevent the sale, storage and supply of illegal firecrackers. Special teams will be constituted to inspect shops and warehouses. Vehicles entering Rajasthan from the Delhi-NCR region will also be checked. Any violation will invite seizure of the firecrackers and legal action. The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board and district-level authorities will monitor pollution levels daily during and after Diwali. The authorities will compile reports on pollution levels, while individuals, traders and manufacturers violating the guidelines will face action under the Environment (Protection) Act.
Petrol Diesel Price Today: International crude oil prices have reportedly increased again, raising concerns about the potential impact on petrol and diesel prices in India. However, according to a November 4, 2026, report, domestic fuel retailers have not announced a corresponding nationwide increas...
Rajasthan Weather Today, November 4, 2026: Rajasthan is expected to experience predominantly dry weather on Wednesday, with clear skies and sunshine forecast across most parts of the state. According to the weather outlook cited in the November 4 report, no significant rainfall activity is expected...
Pocketful Extends Career Opportunities to Agniveers Transitioning from Military Service
New Delhi: Pocketful, a technology-led investing platform and part of Pace Group, today announced plans to recruit Agniveers completing their four-year tenure under the Agnipath scheme. Opportunities will be available across Delhi, Jaipur and Punjab. The initiative is not a placement drive, it is a career pathway that helps Agniveers transition from military service to []
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Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 4 (IANS) Pia Dandiya, the daughter of immigrants from Jaipur in Rajasthan, won Florida's 22nd Congressional District, becoming the second Indian American woman elected to the US House of Representatives, after Pramila Jayapal. Dandiya, a Democrat, defeated Republican businessman Casey Askar, according to projections by Decision Desk HQ and CBS News. NBC News showed a 'Projected winner' banner on the race, with Dandiya ahead by about 52 per cent to 48 per cent and about 99 per cent of the expected vote counted. NBC said the race shifted about 14 points towards Democrats compared with the 2024 presidential vote. Born and raised in Palm Beach County, Dandiya grew up in Jupiter, where her parents settled after emigrating from Jaipur in the 1980s. After moving to the US, her father, Dr Rohit Dandiya, continued his medical practice, while her mother, then 40, founded a Montessori school in Jupiter, initially established for Dandiya. Dandiya was raised with strong ties to her Indian heritage, and her parents sent her to India as a child to spend time with her cousins. Very early on, my parents would send me on a solo trip to India to spend time with my cousins. These trips were life-changing and played a pivotal role in shaping my identity. They helped me understand how different democracies function and gave me a sense of global inequality, she told New India Abroad in an August 2025 interview. After her freshman year at Harvard, she spent a summer teaching English to children aged seven to 17 in the slums of New Delhi with the Asha Cooperative Society. Teaching those underprivileged kids, I learnt what truly separates people from each other is not their potential, but their circumstances, she said. I was born and raised in this district by parents who came to this country in pursuit of the American dream, and I've dedicated my career to making sure that dream is within reach for more families, Dandiya said when the Indian American Impact Fund endorsed her in 2025. Dandiya studied government at Harvard and earned a master's in education from Boston University. She taught with Teach For America in Boston and, at 28, became the founding principal of Democracy Prep Endurance High School in Harlem, where about 86 per cent of students were low-income, and every graduate was admitted to college, according to her campaign. Around 86 per cent of students in my school lived below the poverty. But we promised them a brighter future: if they came to our school, 100 per cent of them would earn admission to college, she told New India Abroad. She was a White House Fellow in 2020, serving on the White House Domestic Policy Council and at the US Department of Education, and later led public-sector initiatives at Apple. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker appointed her to the state's P-20 Council. This was Dandiya's first run for office. She initially filed to run in the 21st District against Republican Brian Mast, then moved to the open 22nd District after Florida's mid-decade redistricting, and won the Democratic primary on August 18. The district leans Republican by registration, with about 1,85,000 Republicans, 1,46,000 Democrats and 1,50,000 voters with other affiliations, Florida Politics reported. Dandiya campaigned on the cost of living, corruption, healthcare, education and gun safety. South Floridians are fed up with the rising costs and performative politics coming out of Washington, she told Florida Politics. The race drew heavy money. Through October 14, Dandiya raised about $4.6 million, while Askar raised about $7.4 million, most of it from loans to his own campaign. Askar's self-funding reached about $6.8 million, Federal Election Commission records show. No Going Back PAC, a super PAC funded by MAGA Inc., reported spending about $6.5 million against her by October 24, according to FEC filings. House Majority PAC, the main Democratic super PAC for House races, spent about $7.9 million against Askar. Dandiya won endorsements from the Indian American Impact Fund and Serve America PAC, and from Wellington's Republican mayor, Michael Napoleone. I've always believed that the person matters more than the party, and Pia has earned my respect and my endorsement, Napoleone said. Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg campaigned with her on October 26. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee said on X that she focused on the issues that matter most to South Florida -- addressing the affordability crisis and making sure that everyone has the opportunity to achieve the American Dream. Congratulations to @PiaforCongress for winning her election! I am so excited to welcome the third South Asian American woman (along with me and @aishabbwahab) to the House!!! Indian-American Representative Pramila Jayapal posted on X. Dandiya lives in Palm Beach Gardens with her husband, Navneet Alag, and their son, Sahib. Her win keeps the Indian-American Samosa Caucus in the House from shrinking in the new Congress.
Suspicious explosion on railway track in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar, probe underway
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 4 (IANS) A suspected explosion has rocked the Ramsinghpur-Anupgarh railway line in the Ramsinghpur area of Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district. The blast occurred late on Tuesday night, producing a loud sound that was heard in Ramsinghpur and several nearby villages, including 58 GB. The sudden explosion sparked panic among local residents, many of whom rushed out of their homes after hearing the loud noise. Fortunately, a train had passed through the section shortly before the incident. No casualties have been reported so far. Following the incident, police teams from Ramsinghpur police station and neighbouring stations rushed to the spot. Senior administrative and police officials also reached the location to assess the situation. Sri Ganganagar Superintendent of Police (SP) Harishankar personally visited the site along with other senior officers. Railway officials also arrived to inspect the track and gather information. SP Harishankar said a suspicious explosion had occurred directly on the railway track near Ramsinghpur. However, the exact cause and nature of the blast remain unclear. A Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team has been deployed to examine the site and collect evidence. Police are investigating all possible angles, and officials have cautioned against drawing conclusions before the forensic examination is completed. Railway authorities have stepped up security and inspection measures following the incident. A senior railway Divisional Commercial Manager (DCM) confirmed that no trains were currently on the affected section. The official acknowledged that an incident had occurred but said there was no definitive information about its exact nature. Railway personnel are inspecting the site to determine whether the track has sustained any damage. The powerful sound of the explosion was heard across several nearby villages, including Ramsinghpur and 58 GB. The sudden noise caused alarm among residents and fuelled speculation about what might have happened. The cause of the explosion, the extent of any damage to the railway infrastructure and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear. Investigators are expected to establish the facts after a detailed examination of the site. Several officials and investigation teams arrived at the scene following the blast. Those present included Railway Senior Section Engineer (PWI) Naval Kishore, a CID team, an FSL team, Jaitsar Naib Tehsildar Ankit Godara and Anupgarh Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Ashok Sagwa. The investigation is ongoing, with police, forensic experts and railway authorities working to determine what caused the explosion.
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