Congress manifesto equals Wakf board declaration: BJP's Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Shekhawat criticizes Congress manifesto, accuses Rajasthan of failing to provide water despite resources. Promises to solve with double-engine government in Jodhpur. Seeks Lok Sabha victory in 2024 election.

Shekhawat gave no Jal for Jodhpur, people earning 10k per month forced to pay 3,000 for it: Karan Singh Uchiyarda

If Jodhpur had been an easy, Gehlot would not have made his son contest from Jalore: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

Rajasthan govt mulling to bring same uniform in schools, says Education Minister

In a bid to enhance the education system in Rajasthan, the state government is contemplating a significant measure: implementing a uniform dress code for students across all government and private schools. Education Minister Madan Dilawar, speaking at a conference in Jodhpur, highlighted the financial burden on parents due to the compulsory purchase of uniforms from specific vendors in private schools. To mitigate this disparity and facilitate uniform access to essentials, the government is considering mandating identical uniforms for all schools.

Diplomatic Delegation Visits Jodhpur to Learn about BJP's Lok Sabha Campaign

Diplomatic Delegation Visits Jodhpur to Learn about BJP's Lok Sabha Campaign The BJP on Monday said a seven-member delegation of diplomats from various missions in India is on a visit to Jodhpur in Rajasthan to get a first-hand insight into the party's campaign for the Lok Sabha polls. The delegation comprised diplomatic representatives from Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Russian Federation and Suriname, the BJP said. ''A seven-member delegation of diplomats from various missions in India are on a visit to Jodhpur, Rajasthan, from April 22 to April 24 to experience and get first-hand insight of the election campaign of the BJP,'' the partys in-charge for its foreign affairs department Vijay Chauthaiwale said in a statement He said similar delegations have earlier ''successfully experienced'' the BJPs campaigns during state elections in Himachal Pradesh and Gujarat in late 2022 as well as in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan in November 2023. ''This is part of the 'KNOW BJP' initiative launched by party national president J P Nadda on the 43rd foundation day of the Bharatiya Janata Party,'' Chauthaiwale said, adding, ''The BJP plans to take similar delegations during upcoming phases of the general elections.''

Timeless Elegance in Sharp Silhouettes

Each piece from the collection, including the Jodhpuri Bandhgalas, Waistcoats, Kurtas, and Achkans, is designed to provide timeless elegance while ensuring ease and adaptability to suit various destinations, events, and... The post Timeless Elegance in Sharp Silhouettes first appeared on Asian Lite USA .

Rain, hailstorm in Bikaner, Jodhpur divs; more likely today: Met

Is Bollywood's macho Bhaijaan in need of a saviour?

Life is stranger than fiction, it seems. Salman Khan played a bodyguard in a 2011 film of the same name. He was assigned the job of defending Kareena Kapoors life in the film, who is a target, courtesy political disagreements. Khan braves bullets and swords to save her. In real-life now, he has become a target himself. The morning of April 14 opened with mortal danger for the actor. Mounted on a bike, two individuals fired some bullets on the walls of his residence, Galaxy Apartments, in Mumbai, before escaping. The attack is believed to have been spearheaded by the members of the dreaded Lawrence Bishnoi gang that is supposedly seeking revenge for what the actor did in 1998. It all began during the shoot of Sooraj Barjatyas Hum Saath-Saath Hai where Khan was accused of killing two blackbucks in the Kankani village of Rajasthan. The animal is held in great reverence by the Bishnois, a community in the state which protects and preserves the environment. For them, it is the reincarnation of their god, and hence, the poaching by Khan was held in highest disregard. So much so that during a court appearance in 2018, gangster Lawrence Bishnoi had proclaimed, We will kill Salman Khan in Jodhpur. Everyone will know once we take action. Naturally, this came as a matter of great fright and panic. The threat was reiterated in the form of a letter in June 2022 in the aftermath of the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. The letter brazenly stated, Tera bhi Moosewala kar denge (You will meet the same fate as Moosewala). In 2023, yet another threat found its way through an e-mail which was received by the actors manager. All of this is happening to an actor, whose onscreen persona is that of a macho-man chasing away bad-guys with the pump of his muscles and the power of his arms. The actors might was last seen in Maneesh Sharmas Tiger 3, where he returned to play the much-loved titular character, jumping off buildings and emerging victorious in gunfights or hand combats. There, he was racing against time to save his country with the help of Zoya, played by Katrina Kaif, as they scampered to stop the menacing plans of Aatish Rehman, the antagonist played by Emraan Hashmi. The film fared well at the box-office and finally gave him some relief after back-to-back duds. He also starred in the action-comedy, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, where he combined his real-life persona and on-screen energy with his character, Bhaijaan, who is the quintessential saviour. Some years ago, in the 2010s, it was Khan who pioneered the emergence of new-age hyper-masculine films in Hindi cinema, punctuated by over-the-top action scenes, raunchy dialogues and catchy songs. It was a major shift in his filmography which was, until then, filled with romantic-dramas and comedies. The decisive turn happened with Prabhudevas Wanted (2008), where Salman played the role of Radhe, an IPS officer who is after a deadly gang. Ek baar jo maine commitment kardi to mai khud ki bhi nahi sunta (Once I make a commitment, then I listen, not even to myself), became the fiery punchline that marked his next innings. Much like the courageous characters he plays, the actors spirits remain not shaken as he left for Dubai on Friday for the launch of his fitness equipment brand, Being Strong. His father, screenwriter Salim Khan, responding to the shooting later said, They (the shooters) just want publicity; there is no need to worry. The actor will be next seen in AR Murugadosss Sikandar. As the title suggests, all of the country will be hoping he emerges from these gloomy times, a warrior, unafraid and unaffected.

Lok Sabha polls: BJP, Congress lock horns in high-stakes battle for Chittorgarh seat in Rajasthan

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party's star campaigner, Yogi Adityanath, entered the electoral battle in Rajasthan for the second time on Saturday in view of the Lok Sabha elections. Yogi Adityanath held grand roadshows in Chittorgarh and Jodhpur in favour of party candidate CP Joshi, Union Jal Shakti Minister and BJP candidate Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, respectively.

LS Polls: UP CM Yogi Adityanath holds roadshows in Rajasthans Jodhpur, Chittorgarh

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Congress fed biryani to terrorists: UP CM Adityanath

Congress fed biryani to terrorists: UP CM Adityanath Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said the nation has suffered a lot due to the casteist and communal thinking of the Congress. Addressing at the concluding point of a roadshow in Rajasthan's Chittorgarh in support of BJP candidate and state president CP Joshi, Adityanath accused the grand old party of playing with the security and faith of people. ''Today, Pakistan is ready with its clarification even at the slightest instance of a blast in India, but during the Congress era, terrorists were fed biryani. They used to say that Lord Ram never existed. Such people have no right to be in power,'' he said. The chief minister said the trends from the 102 Lok Sabha seats, which went to polls in the first phase on Friday, underscore the nationwide sentiment of 'Fir ek baar, Modi Sarkar'. Adityanath affirmed that the ambitious target of surpassing 400 seats is on track for success. Overwhelmed by the response received from the public, he appealed to them to vote for the 'lotus' symbol. He also conducted a roadshow later in Jodhpur in support of BJP candidate and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.

Centre Appoints Directors For 6 IITs

Ministry of Human Resource Development Government of India, appointed new directors for IIT Kanpur, IIT Guwahati, IIT Dhanbad, IIT Goa, IIT Jodhpur and IIT BHU today. Appointment of IIT Hyderabad Director is kept in abeyance. These positions have been lying vacant from 16 months to six months. Prof. Manindra Agrawal has been appointed Director of IIT Kanpur. Prof. Devendra Jalihal from IIT Madras has been appointed Director of IIT Guwahati. Prof. Avinash Kumar Agarwal from IIT Kanpur is the new Director of IIT Jodhpur. Prof. Sukumar Mishra and DS Katti have been appointed Directors of IIT Dhanbad and IIT Goa respectively. Deputy Director of IIT Kharagpur Prof. Amit Patra has been appointed Director of IIT BHU.

Centre fills up director's posts at 6 IITs vacant for a while

New directors appointed for IITs Kanpur, Guwahati, Dhanbad, Goa, Jodhpur, and BHU. IIT-Hyderabad director position pending. Ministry of Education oversees IIT directors' appointments.

Elections 2024: 21 states, UTs set for polling in phase one; 102 LS seats in fray

The first phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will see 102 constituencies across 21 states and union territories go to polls on Friday. The first phase of polling will take place across all 39 seats in Tamil Nadu, all five seats in Uttarakhand, both seats in Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Meghalaya, and the sole seat in Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim, respectively. Polling will also take place for 12 out of 25 seats in Rajasthan, eight out of 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh, six out of 29 seats in Madhya Pradesh, five out of 48 seats in Maharashtra, five out of 14 seats in Assam, and four out of 40 seats in Bihar. Additionally, three out of 42 seats in West Bengal, one out of 11 seats in Chhattisgarh, and one out of two seats in Tripura will be contested. In the union territories, one out of five seats in Jammu and Kashmir, as well as the sole seats in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry, will be up for grabs. Voting for the 543 Lok Sabha seats will take place across seven phases from April 19 to June 1, with the counting of votes slated for June 4. Separately, voting will also be held for 92 assembly seats in the state elections in Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim on Friday. Of the 102 Lok Sabha seats, the BJP had won 39 in 2019, with the ruling alliance NDA bagging 12, five and three of them in Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and West Bengal, respectively. The BJP's existing allies hold seven of them. And in Tamil Nadu, the DMK-led alliance had swept 38 of the 39 seats in 2019 general elections. Amongst the prominent leaders trying their electoral luck in phase one are Union ministers Nitin Gadkari from Nagpur, Kiren Rijiju from Arunachal Pradesh (West), Arjun Ram Meghwal from Bikaner, Sarbanada Sonowal from Dibrugarh in Assam, Sanjeev Baliyan from Muzaffarnagar in western UP, Jitendra Singh from Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir and Bhupendra Yadav from Alwar in Rajasthan. Tamilisai Soundararajan, who recently resigned as governor of Telangana and Lt Governor of Puducherry to return to active politics, is contesting from Chennai South Lok Sabha constituency. Nakul Nath, son of Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh chief minister Kamal Nath, is seeking reelection from Chhindwara. Will the BJP's lotus bloom in Tamil Nadu? Tamil Nadu is gearing up for polls a mid fierce campaigning and an intense three-way political battle between the alliances led by state heavyweightsthe DMK and the AIADMKand the BJP, respectively. With elections for 39 Lok Sabha seats looming, approximately 6.23 crore voters are poised to cast their ballots across nearly 68,000 polling stations. The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has made unprecedented efforts to gain ground in the Dravidian stronghold. Modi's exhaustive campaign across Tamil Nadu, including rallies in Chennai, Coimbatore, Vellore, and Tirunelveli, underscores the BJP's determination to break its electoral jinx in the state. From raking up alleged corruption and 'parivarvad' politics of the DMK-Congress alliance to the Katchatheevu issue, Modi left no stone unturned in his nine visit to the state Coimbatore, the hub of western Tamil Nadu, is the most keenly watched constituency in the state and the BJP's K Annamalai is slogging to emerge victorious, battling against Dravidian giants the DMK and AIADMK. Meanwhile, the DMK, led by Chief Minister Stalin, has campaigned on platforms of social justice and welfare measures, portraying the elections as a battle against the BJP's divisive politics. Throughout the campaign, Stalin has repeatedly emphasised the importance of these elections, likening them to a second independence movement aimed at freeing the nation from the BJP's influence. In contrast, the AIADMK, under the leadership of Edappadi K Palaniswami, has staunchly defended its record in governance and taken a strong stance against the DMK's campaign. Palaniswami has vigorously addressed various issues, including law and order, and has accused the BJP of discrimination based on caste and religion. Despite facing challenges from both the DMK and BJP, the AIADMK remains confident in its ability to weather the storm, with Palaniswami asserting that the party will emerge victorious with the support of the electorate. UP: Eight seats up for grabs in India's largest state The first phase of the seven-phase parliamentary election in western Uttar Pradesh sees voters in eight Lok Sabha constituencies exercising their constitutional right. These constituencies, falling in the Jat and sugarcane belt, include Saharanpur, Bijnor, Kairana, Muzaffarnagar, Nagina, Moradabad, Rampur, and Pilibhit, spread across nine districts. The contest is three-cornered, primarily between the ruling BJP-led NDA, the Samajwadi Party (SP), and the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP). The BJP has allied with the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD), while the SP has partnered with INDIA bloc ally Congress. The BSP, however, decided to go solo. Key issues for voters include employment, education, and development. A total of 80 candidates, including seven women, are in the fray. The eligible voter count stands at 1.43 crore, with a significant Muslim voter presence ranging from 35 to 50 percent. Notable candidates include Jitin Prasada from Pilibhit, who got the ticket over sitting BJP MP Varun Gandhi , Union Minister Sanjeev Balyan from Muzaffarnagar, and Azad Samaj Party chief Chandra Shekhar Azad from Nagina. In the previous 2019 polls, the BJP secured victories in Muzaffarnagar, Kairana, and Pilibhit, the BSP won in Saharanpur, Nagina and Bijnor, while the SP won in Moradabad and Rampur, the stronghold of its jailed leader Azam Khan. However, the party later lost Rampur to BJP in a bypoll. Cracking the Jat code: BJP's strategic courting of RLD and what it means in western Uttar Pradesh Maharashtra: Polls in 5 LS seats; Gadkari among 97 nominees in fray More than 95 lakh voters are eligible to exercise their franchise on Friday in the first phase of Lok Sabha polls in Maharashtra , covering five of the 48 constituencies, where 97 candidates, including Union Minister Nitin Gadkari of the BJP, are in fray. Polling will be held in the constituencies of Nagpur, Ramtek (SC), Bhandara-Gondia, Chandrapur and Naxal-hit Gadchiroli-Chimur (ST), all located in the easternmost parts of the state. There are 95,54,667 voters in the five Lok Sabha constituencies in the Vidarbha region where voting will take place on Friday. Of these, 48,28,142 are male, 47,26,178 are female and 347 are transgender voters, according to a statement from the state electoral office. In Nagpur, which houses the RSS headquarters, a direct fight is on cards between Gadkari, who is seeking a third term, and Congress candidate Vikas Thakre. First phase of LS polls in Maharashtra: It's Congress party's 'caste calculations' vs BJP's 'Modi charisma' In Chandrapur, BJP candidate and Maharashtra minister Sudhir Mungantiwar is facing Congress nominee Pratibha Dhanorkar, wife of late parliamentarian Suresh Dhanorkar, who was the lone MP from the grand old party to be elected from Maharashtra in 2019 from the seat. In Bhandara-Gondia, the BJP has fielded sitting MP Sunil Mendhe, who is pitted against Congress candidate Dr Prashant Patole. Two-time Lok Sabha MP of BJP, Ashok Nete, is contesting against Congress nominee Dr Namdev Kirsan in Gadchiroli-Chimur (ST), where some areas are affected Naxal insurgency. In the 2019 elections, Nete had defeated Congress candidate Dr Namdev Usendi. In Ramtek (SC), the fight is between Shyamkumar Barwe of the Congress and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's candidate Raju Parwe. Maharashtra, which has 48 Lok Sabha seats, the second highest after Uttar Pradesh, will vote in five phases between April 19 and May 20. Rajasthan: 12 seats in fray; will BJP's dominance continue? In the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan, 12 out of 25 seats will be contested. Polling will be held in Churu, Nagaurm, Ganganagar, Jhunjhunu, Bikaner, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur and Dausa. According to chief electoral officer Praveen Gupta, a total of 2.54 crore voters are set to vote in the first phase on Friday. Notably, a Union minister is among the 114 candidates in the fray. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal is contesting from Bikaner against Congress candidate Govind Ram Meghwal. The Bharatiya Janata Party won all 25 seats in Rajasthan on its own in 2014, and in 2019, the NDA won 25 seats, the saffron party won 24 seats and the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) won one seat. Key constituencies include Nagaur, witnessing a contest between the RLP, now in alliance with Congress, and the BJP, and Churu, with former BJP MP Rahul Kaswan contesting as a Congress candidate. In Sikar, the CPI(M) is challenging the BJP's incumbent MP. The ruling BJP focused its campaign on PM Modi's popularity and its infrastructure work, while the Congress raised issues of central agency misuse and unemployment. Notable campaigners include PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi. The second phase of the elections in Rajasthan will be held on April 26. In the second phase, polls will be held in 13 Lok Sabha constituencies: Tonk, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar. MP: Six LS seats in action, including Kamal Nath's bastion Six constituents will be in action during the first phase of the four phases for the Lok Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh. The constituencies include Shahdol, Mandla, Jabalpur, Balaghat, Chhindwara, and Sidhi, covering 13 districts and 27 assembly segments. A total of 88 candidates are in the fray, with Jabalpur having the highest number at 19 and Shahdol the lowest at 10. The total number of registered voters across the six constituencies is 1,13,09,636, with arrangements made for shelter, water, and medical assistance at polling booths due to the hot weather. In the 2019 elections, the BJP secured 28 out of 29 Lok Sabha seats, while the Congress won only one seat in Chhindwara, held by Nakul Nath, the son of former Chief Minister Kamal Nath. The second, third and fourth phases of the elections will take place on April 26, May 7 and May 13. Kamal Nath fighting lone battle to help son win Chhindwara and protect home turf Over 75 lakh voters to decide four seats in Bihar In Bihar, the stage is set for the first phase more than 75 lakh voters will decide the fate of 38 candidates standing in four constituencies: Nawada, Aurangabad, Gaya and Jamui. Tight security arrangements are in place at Nawada and Aurangabad, besides reserved seats in Gaya and Jamui, where a majority of nearly 5,000 polling booths have been marked as sensitive, given these districts' long history of naxal violence. Nawada, with 20.06 lakh voters, sees a tough battle primarily between the BJP's Vivek Thakur and the RJD's Shravan Kushwaha, with Independent candidate Binod Yadav adding complexity. Gaya, with 18.18 lakh voters, witnesses 14 candidates, including former CM Jitan Ram Manjhi, an NDA ally, and RJD's Kumar Sarvajeet. Jamui, with 19.07 lakh voters, features a showdown between Arun Bharti from Chirag Paswan's LJP (Ram Vilas) and RJD's Archana Ravidas. The party's president Chirag Paswan, whose sister is married to Bharti, has shifted base to Hajipur after having represented the seat for two consecutive terms. Aurangabad, with over 18 lakh voters, sees BJP's Sushil Kumar Singh facing RJD's Abhay Kushwaha. 76.01 lakh voters, including 36.38 lakh females and 255 belonging to the third gender, are expected to cast their votes. Uttarakhand: Can BJP 'three-peat' clean sweep? Uttarakhand's all five Lok Sabha seats go into polling in phase one, with the BJP aiming to retain the seats for the third time and the Congress looking to regain lost ground in the state. The five seats going to polls on Friday are Haridwar, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar and the lone reserved seat of Almora. The BJP won all five seats in Uttarakhand in the 2014 and 2019 general elections. More than 83 lakh voters will decide the fate of 55 candidates in the fray. Sitting BJP MPs Ajay Bhatt, Mala Rajya Laxmi Shah and Ajay Tamta have been fielded by the party from Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar, Tehri Garhwal and Almora, respectively. The BJP has replaced its candidates in Haridwar and Pauri Garhwal. Former chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat is contesting in place of Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank from Haridwar and Anil Baluni in place of Tirath Singh Rawat from Pauri Garhwal. The Congress has fielded former PCC president Ganesh Godiyal from Pauri Garhwal, former chief minister Harish Rawat's son Virendra Rawat from Haridwar, Jot Singh Gunsola from Tehri Garhwal, Prakash Joshi from Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar and Pradeep Tamta from Almora. Candidates from the Bahujan Samaj Party, Uttarakhand Kranti Dal and relatively smaller outfits and independents are also in the fray, but straight contests are likely between traditional rivalsthe BJP and Congressin all the seats. Experts say that Haridwar's demography, which has substantial minority and Dalit votes, may also not be a cakewalk for the BJP's Trivendra Rawat, despite his advantage over his rival in terms of experience, as Congress veteran Harish Rawat, who had won the seat in 2009, is leaving no stone unturned to ensure his son's victory from the seat. If the Modi factor works again as it did in 2014 and 2019, overriding all other factors, the BJP will obviously reap the benefits but if unemployment, inflation, continued migration from the hills and performance of BJP MPs over the past 10 years outweigh the national issues, the Congress will gain, political analyst Jaisingh Rawat said. Bengal: Triangular tussle between TMC, BJP and Cong-Left In the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal, all attention is on Coochbehar, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduars constituencies in north Bengal. A total of 56,26,108 voters are eligible to vote in 5,814 booths in this phase. Coochbehar, where Union Minister Nisith Pramanik faces TMC's Jagadish Chandra Barma Basunia, remains significant due to past violence and political rivalries. The deployment of central forces is higher in Coochbehar compared to the other two constituencies. Both BJP and TMC have intensified their campaigns, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee addressing rallies. Key issues include corruption allegations against ruling party leaders, denial of central funds, and the 2021 Sitalkuchi firing incident. The BJP won all three constituencies in the 2019 general elections and maintained its grip in Coochbehar and Alipurduars in the 2021 assembly polls. But, the TMC had the upper hand in Jalpaiguri in the 2021 assembly polls, winning five and the saffron party managed to win two. The Left Front and Congress are contesting together, having secured only single-digit vote shares in 2019. The BJP has renominated Jayanta Roy in Jalpaiguri and Pramanik in Cooch Behar, but replaced last time's winner John Barla with the party's Madarihat MLA Manoj Tigga in Alipurduars. The TMC has, however, changed candidates in all three seats, fielding Prakash Chik Baraik in Alipurduars, Nirmal Chandra Roy in Jalpaiguri and Sitai MLA Basunia in Coochbehar. Direct, triangular contests in Assam's five LS seats Assam gears up for the first phase of Lok Sabha polls in five constituencies, with 35 candidates vying for victory, including Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal . The electorate of 86,47,869, comprising 43,64,859 women and 42,82,887 male voters, will cast their votes in 10,001 polling booths under tight security with 60 companies of security forces deployed. The BJP is contesting in all five seats, the Congress in four and supporting the Assam Jatiya Parishad contestant in one, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in two and the All India Trinamool Congress and CPI(M) in one seat each. A direct contest is on the cards between the BJP and Congress in Jorhat, Kaziranga and Lakhimpur, while in Dibrugarh and Sonitpur, there is likely to be a triangular fight among the ruling party, Congress, AJP and AAP. The prestigious Dibrugarh constituency has three candidates in fray: BJP's Sonowal, a Rajya Sabha MP, pitted against the United Opposition Forum, Assam (UOFA) candidate Lurinjyoti Gogoi of the AJP and AAP's Manoj Dhanowar. In Jorhat, four candidates are in contention, with Lok Sabha's Deputy Leader of the Opposition Gaurav Gogoi locked in a direct contest with sitting BJP MP Topon Gogoi. Gogoi had to shift his constituency to Jorhat from Kaliabor, which has been renamed Kaziranga following a delimitation exercise in the state last year. In Kaziranga, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP Kamakhya Prasad Tasa is locked in a direct contest with former Congress MLA Roselina Tirkey, with both candidates belonging to the tea workers' community. Kaziranga has the highest number of 11 candidates in the fray. In Sonitpur, also renamed from the earlier Tezpur after delimitation, there are eight nominees, with a triangular contest likely between BJP MLA Ranjit Dutta, Congress candidate Prem Lal Ganju and AAP's Rishiraj Kaundinya. Lakhimpur has nine contestants, prominent among them being sitting BJP MP Pradan Baruah and Uday Shankar Hazarika of the Congress. Two LS seats in strife-torn Manipur go to polls Manipur gears up for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections amid tight security measures, particularly in the wake of recent ethnic violence. The Inner Manipur Lok Sabha seat, which comprises 32 of the 60 assembly segments in the state, and 15 assembly segments of the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha seat will go to polls in the first phase on Friday. Six candidates, including state Education Minister Thounaojam Basanta Kumar Singh of the BJP and Angomcha Bimol Akoijam of the Congress, are in the fray for the Inner Manipur seat. Outer Manipur, which is reserved for Scheduled Tribes, will witness a four-cornered contest between Naga People's Front's K Timothy Zimik, Congress' Alfred Kanngam Arthur and independent candidates Kho John and Alyson Abonmai, with all the candidates being Nagas. A total of 9.91 lakh voters are eligible in Inner Manipur and over 10.22 lakh voters in Outer Manipur. Special arrangements have been made for people displaced due to ethnic strife, with special polling stations set up. The campaigning has been subdued due to the prevailing tensions, and security has been heightened with the deployment of central armed police forces, especially in vulnerable and critical polling stations. Polling personnel have been dispatched to their respective stations, with special provisions for internally displaced people. The election authorities have ensured gender diversity in the management of polling stations, with some stations being exclusively manned by women. Despite the challenges posed by the recent unrest, efforts are underway to conduct the elections in a free, fair, and peaceful manner. Tripura and Nagaland In Tripura, the first phase of Lok Sabha polls will see voting for the Tripura West Parliamentary constituency and a by-poll in the Ramnagar Assembly. The main contest in Tripura West is between the BJP's Biplab Kumar Deb and state Congress president Asish Kumar Saha. With 14.61 lakh eligible voters, including 7.33 lakh males and 7.28 lakh females, the constituency has 1682 polling booths. Central paramilitary forces will secure all booths, with webcasting from each. In the Ramnagar Assembly by-election, BJP's Agartala Mayor Dipak Majumer faces former CPI(M) MLA Ratan Das, with 54,669 electors deciding their fate. In Nagaland, over 13.25 lakh voters will decide the fate of three candidates. Congress nominee S Supongmeren Jamir, Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) and People's Democratic Alliance (PDA) candidate Chumben Murry and Independent Hayithung Tungoe Lotha are contesting the elections. BJP President J P Nadda, Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, and Deputy Chief Ministers T R Zeliang and Y Patton addressed several rallies in support of their candidate. Polling will run from 7 am to 4 pm, with 13,25,383 eligible voters, including 19,999 first-time voters and 6,707 people with disabilities. Female voters slightly outnumber male voters. In 2019, NDPP's Tokheho Yepthomi won against Congress's K L Chishi. J-K: Udhampur LC seat in action amid ceasefire The Udhampur seat in Jammu and Kashmir will go to polls on Friday in the first phase of the seven-phase Lok Sabha elections. In view of the ongoing ceasefire between India and Pakistan and the heavy deployment of paramilitary forces, the voting process is expected to be peaceful in 2,637 polling stations in the Udhampur Lok Sabha constituency, a senior election official said. Union Minister Jitendra Singh is eyeing a third consecutive term in the constituency after winning the seat for BJP in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections, facing a major challenge from Congress candidate Choudhary Lal Singh, who had also won the seat twice in 2004 and 2009. Democratic Progressive Azad Party's (DPAP) candidate G M Saroori, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) candidate Amit Kumar and six independents will also be contesting the elections from the Udhampur constituency. According to officials, there are 16,23,195 eligible voters. Among them, 845,283 are men, 777,899 are women and 13 are third-gender voters. There are a total of 84,468 potential first-time voters, aged 1819, of whom 45,825 are men, 38,641 are women and two are third genders, the officials said. Lone Puducherry segment all set for three-way fight The fate of the 26 candidates in fray for the Lok Sabha polls will be sealed on Friday when voters spread across four regions will pick the lone MP from this union territory, where the fight is largely confined between the ruling BJP and Congress. BJP leader and Home Minister A Namassivayam, fielded on behalf of the AINRC-BJP combine, will face off Congress MP and PCC president V Vaithilingam, while AIADMK's G Tamizhvendhan is also testing his luck as a debutant. The Union Territory has a total of 10,23,699 voters spread over Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam regions. Andaman's lone seat in action The lone seat in Andaman and Nicobar Islands will see 3.15 lakh voters get an opportunity to exercise their franchise. A total of 12 candidates, including two women and five independents, are in the fray for the polls. Of the 3.15 lakh voters, 1.64 lakh are men and 1.51 lakh are women, while there are four third-gender voters. The electorate also includes 39 voters from the Great Nicobarese tribe of the Strait Islands, 68 members of the Onge tribe at Hut Bay and 98 members of the Shompen tribe of Great Nicobar Island. Special polling stations have been established for them. This time, the saffron party has nominated Bishnu Pada Ray as its candidate, while the Congress has fielded its sitting MP, Kuldeep Rai Sharma. Ray was first elected to Lok Sabha in 1999, when he defeated Congress candidate Sharma by 2,990 votes. He was re-elected in 2009 and again in 2014. In the 2019 elections, however, Sharma secured a victory against BJP's Vishal Jolly (Ray was denied a ticket) by a narrow margin of 1,407 votes.

Weather Update: Due to activation of new system, dust storm will continue for next 2 days, heavy rain in 20 districts

Rajasthan Meteorological Department has predicted the possibility of thunder and lightning in Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Barmer, Sriganganagar, Jodhpur due to the effect of the new western disturbance that will become active on April 18. Along with this, strong winds can also blow. Rajasthan Weather Update Today: Once again there is going to be a big change [] The post Weather Update: Due to activation of new system, dust storm will continue for next 2 days, heavy rain in 20 districts first appeared on informalnewz .

Blood on the sand: Black bucks sans EBs. Hear apun ka Salman story

Scary to read about bike-borne gunmen firing at Salman Khans house in blood-for-blood badla. Blackbuck-worshipping Bishnois keep trying to avenge the macho actors killing of two of these beasts in the forests outside Jodhpur during...

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Watch the song 'Ok Madhi Fine' from Marathi movie 'Apsara' starring Suyash Zunjurke and Mayuri Awhad. 'Ok Madhi Fine' is sung by Abhay Jodhpurkar and music of the song is composed by Mangesh Kangane. Lyrics of 'Apsara' song 'Ok Madhi Fine' are written by Mangesh Kangane. To know more about 'Ok Madhi Fine' song from Suyash Zunjurke and Mayuri Awhad starrer 'Apsara' watch the video.

Stage set for desert storm

JAIPUR: The desert state of Rajasthan is witnessing a fierce political showdown as the traditional rivals the Congress and the BJP lock horns in a largely bipolar battle. With the BJP having bagged all 25 seats in the state in the last two Lok Sabha elections, the stakes are high for the saffron brigade. But the Congress is also making a determined bid to thwart a clean sweep by the BJP and has strategically formed alliances and fielded candidates on only 22 seats leaving three seats for its alliance partners. The coming Parliamentary polls pose a significant challenge for Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma of the BJP, who despite being a debutant MLA rose to the CMs office. The BJP has deployed a galaxy of its leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, UP CM Yogi Adityanath, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In response, the Congress has also mobilised its key figures party president Mallikarjuna Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi. In the last two elections, the Congress failed to secure any seats but this time around, it is likely to gain some ground despite its loss of power in the state. However, cracks have emerged in the Congress alliance, especially in the Banswara seat in South Rajasthan. The BJP too faces internal challenges as the party changed 14 sitting MPs in the state. The BJP is mainly banking on Prime Minister Modis popularity to continue its stranglehold on the state in the polls. However, Sonia Gandhis active involvement in Rajasthan, after her absence in the last two elections, signals a strengthened opposition, particularly in key constituencies like Nagaur, Barmer, Sikar, Churu, and Kota. Notably, this election marks the absence of former chief minister Vasundhara Raje, adding a new dynamic to the political landscape. Among the most contentious seats is Churu, where former BJP MP Rahul Kaswan, now contesting on a Congress ticket, faces BJP candidate Devendra Jhanjadia. The credibility of senior BJP leader Rajendra Rathod hangs in the balance amid traditional rivalries between the Rajput and Jat communities. Similarly, the Jalore seat has emerged as a pivotal battleground with former chief minister Ashok Gehlots son, Vaibhav Gehlot contesting against BJPs Lumbaram Chaudhary. Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat re-enters the fray in Jodhpur, and to face Congresss Karan Singh Uchiyarda. Sources suggest that Shekhawat also from factions within the BJP unhappy with his tenure at the Centre for a decade. The Congress has delegated the Nagaur seat to an alliance partner, RLPs Hanuman Beniwal who is battling Jyoti Mirdha, granddaughter of the influential Mirdha family, who defected from Congress to BJP. Another heated contest unfolds in Kota, where Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeks re-election. He faces Prahlad Gunjal, who recently switched allegiance from BJP to Congress. Despite Kota being a BJP stronghold, Gunjal an influential Gurjar community leader, enjoys support particularly from Vasundhara Rajes camp is dissatisfied with her exclusion from the CM post. Banswara-Dungarpur stands out as one of the seats where the Congress has faced major embarrassment. Rajkumar Raut of the Bharatiya Adivasi Party (BAP) is challenging BJPs Mahendrajit Malviya who recently defected from Congress and was considered close to former CM Gehlot. Though Congress initially fielded Arvind Damor as its candidate, the party ultimately threw its weight behind BAP. Shockingly, the partys candidate Damor refused to withdraw his nomination forcing the Congress to expel him from the party. Congress faced setbacks when Sudarshan Singh Rawat declined to contest from Rajsamand, prompting the transfer of Damodar Gurjar, originally the candidate from Bhilwara, to Rajsamand. Meanwhile, former assembly speaker CP Joshi was fielded from Bhilwara in a bid to court the influential Brahmin community. Joshis opponent from BJP is Damodar Agarwal. In Alwar, Union Minister Bhupendra Yadavs electoral prospects appear strong due to Congresss perceived lack of preparedness. Similarly, Union Minister Arjun Meghwal seeks reelection from Bikaner. Overall, the bipolar battle in Rajasthan has become more interesting as the Congress has aligned with partners like the CPM and RLP.

Rajasthan High Court Announces Recruitment for 222 Civil Judge Posts: Apply Online Now

Rajasthan High Court, RHC Jodhpur has announced the recruitment notification for 222 posts of Civil Judge Exam 2024. Interested candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online from April 9, 2024, to May 8, 2024. The notification provides detailed information about eligibility, post details, selection procedure, age limit, pay scale, and other important aspects of the recruitment process.

Gehlot govt stalled projects, responsible for water crisis in Jodhpur: Union Jal Shakti minister

JODHPUR: Union Jal Shakti minister and BJP candidate for the Jodhpur Lok Sabha seat Gajendra Singh Shekhawat once again accused former chief minister Ashok Gehlot of stalling water projects and blamed the previous Congress government for the water crisis in Jodhpur. Addressing public meetings in Jodhpur's Luni assembly constituency on Wednesday, Shekhawat claimed that the Gehlot government did not begin work on the third phase of the lift canal project on time and as a result, many villages are now facing a shortage of drinking water. But realising the gravity of the problem, the Modi government has started the construction of four reservoirs in Jodhpur to address the water crisis and Rs 1,400 crore has been allocated for the purpose, he said, adding that the work would be completed in the next six months. Shekhawat said that the Congress had promised in its manifesto for the 2018 Assembly elections that it would start work on the third phase of the lift canal as soon as the party came to power, but they issued tenders for the work just before the 2023 polls. This work was the responsibility of the state's previous Congress government but the party's candidates were trying to blame him for it, the BJP leader alleged. Shekhawat has earlier also claimed that while he got funds worth thousands of crores sanctioned by the Centre for water projects in Rajasthan, the previous Congress government in the state failed to utilise it.

Rahul tries to corner government on jobs, GST

JAIPUR: Out in the Jat belt and farmers hub under the scorching sun of Rajasthans Falodi (Jodhpur) and Anupgarh in Ganganagar, Rahul Gandhi on Thursday took on the government over rising unemployment and spiraling prices of essentials across the nation to highlight the daunting economic realities in his inaugural public rallies for Lok Sabha polls. He asserted only the INDIA bloc stood as the sole alternative capable of protecting peoples livelihoods. The Congress leader found unemployment and inflation the paramount issues before the nation. If you ask people, they will unequivocally say that unemployment is the foremost concern, with inflation closely following it. However, the impression is different outside he said. Rahul remarked that it was his duty to amplify public voices as he lamented the medias silence on crucial matters. He sought to subdivide the countrys population into tribals, Dalits, and minorities. Most of the population belongs to these groups along with the impoverished lot. He contrasted this section against the disproportionate representation in the upper echelons of Indias corporate sector. He said Modi forgave Rs 16 lakh crore owed by the corporates, equating the amount to decades worth of funds for labourers under MNREGA. Promising to redirect wealth from billionaires to the marginalized, he said: Wealth that Modi has bestowed upon the affluent will be redirected to the impoverished, backward classes, tribals, and Dalits. He asked why this forgiveness doesnt garner public and media concerns. He also highlighted the vast economic disparity, noting that Indias 22 wealthiest individuals possessed wealth equivalent to that of 70 crore people. Gandhi lambasted the BJPs implementation of the GST, arguing that it burdened farmers. Large-scale corruption through electoral bonds Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of indulging in large-scale corruption through electoral bonds. Extortion is going on and its name is electoral bonds, Gandhi said while addressing a rally in Phalodi

Shekhawat accuses Gehlot government of stalling projects, causing water crisis in Jodhpur

Shekhawat accuses Gehlot government of stalling projects, causing water crisis in Jodhpur Union Jal Shakti minister and BJP candidate for the Jodhpur Lok Sabha seat Gajendra Singh Shekhawat once again accused former chief minister Ashok Gehlot of stalling water projects and blamed the previous Congress government for the water crisis in Jodhpur. Addressing public meetings in Jodhpur's Luni assembly constituency on Wednesday, Shekhawat claimed that the Gehlot government did not begin work on the third phase of the lift canal project on time and as a result, many villages are now facing a shortage of drinking water. ''But realising the gravity of the problem, the Modi government has started the construction of four reservoirs in Jodhpur to address the water crisis and Rs 1,400 crore has been allocated for the purpose,'' he said, adding that the work would be completed in the next six months. Shekhawat said that the Congress had promised in its manifesto for the 2018 Assembly elections that it would start work on the third phase of the lift canal as soon as the party came to power, but they issued tenders for the work just before the 2023 polls. This work was the responsibility of the state's previous Congress government but the party's candidates were trying to blame him for it, the BJP leader alleged. Shekhawat has earlier also claimed that while he got funds worth thousands of crores sanctioned by the Centre for water projects in Rajasthan, the previous Congress government in the state failed to utilise it.

Honeymoon Tour Packages:- IRCTC's big gift for honeymoon couples, go travelling on a low budget through these packages

Many tour packages have been brought by Indian Railways for honeymoon couples. Through these packages, you can visit many places in the country and abroad. If you are planning to visit some beautiful place with your partner, where the expenses will be less, then this article will be useful for you. In today's article, we will tell you about some such packages where you can plan your honeymoon trip. You will not have to do any planning to visit this place. Because all the facilities from hotel to your travel ticket, tour bus and food are being provided by Indian Railways. Honeymoon tour packages are starting from Mumbai Through this package, you can celebrate your honeymoon in Ladakh, Leh, Nubra and Pangong. The package is starting from 20th May. After May 20, you can plan a trip for May 27, June 10 and June 24. This tour package is for 6 nights and 7 days. Package Fees If two people are travelling together, the package fee per person is Rs 58900. In this package, you will get a chance to travel on an Indigo flight. You will get a flight from Mumbai at 7:35 am. The package includes hotel, food and round-trip flight tickets. Also, it is the responsibility of Indian Railways to transport you in the package. You will not have to pay any separate fee for this. You can book the package from the official website of Indian Railways. Honeymoon tour packages are starting from Chandigarh Cherrapunji, Guwahati, Kaziranga, Mawlynnong and Shillong tour packages from Chandigarh are starting from 11th April. This package is for 6 nights and 7 days. The package fee per person for travelling with two people is Rs 46700. Through this package, you will get a chance to visit many famous places in Guwahati. Honeymoon tour packages starting from Hyderabad In the package, you will get a chance to visit Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg and Srinagar. The package is starting from 12th April. This tour package is for 5 nights and 6 days. The package fee per person for travelling with two people is Rs 52930. Apart from this, Ladakh and Leh tour packages are also being started from Hyderabad. The package is starting from 21st May. This is a tour package of 6 nights and 7 days. Package Fee The package fee per person is Rs 60755 if travelling with two people. Honeymoon tour packages are starting from Delhi From Delhi, you will get a chance to visit Ladakh and Leh. This tour package is starting from 27th April. This is a tour package of 6 nights and 7 days. Package Fees Tour package fees per person if travelling with two people is Rs 53,000 Bikaner, Jaisalmer and Jodhpur You can plan your trip anytime with this tour package from Delhi. This is a tour package of 6 nights and 7 days. Package Fee The package fee per person travelling with 2 people is Rs 31,370. Image Credit- Wikipedia

Tips to travel Jodhpur -Jaisalmer in low budget: - If you want to visit Jodhpur-Jaisalmer on a budget then take the help of these tips

Now is the best time to visit Jodhpur-Jaisalmer. Due to the history and beauty of Jodhpur-Jaisalmer, lakhs of tourists keep visiting here every year. After a few months, summer will start and then it may be difficult to visit these places. In such a situation, if you are also planning to visit Jodhpur-Jaisalmer with your family, then we will tell you how you can do this trip on a low budget. How to visit Jodhpur-Jaisalmer A special package is offered by Indian Railways. In this package, you can visit Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner. This package is for 3 nights and 4 days. If you are going alone then you will have to pay Rs 13265. If three people are travelling through this package, then you have to pay Rs 10265. Places to visit in Jodhpur Mehrangarh Fort JaswantThada Mandore Garden UmaidBhavan Palace Castle of glass bell tower Khejarla Fort Places to visit in Jaisalmer Haveli of Patvas Big garden Jaisalmer Fort Gadisar Lake diameter umbrella Sam Sand Dunes Khaba Fort How to travel on a low-budget If you want to visit Jodhpur-Jaisalmer in a good way on a low budget, then you should not go to Jodhpur-Jaisalmer alone. If you travel with some friends, you can complete your journey on a very low budget. If you travel alone then you should book a hostel instead of a hotel. You will get a hostel for 200 to 300 rupees. Apart from this, you should eat local foods and not in any hotel. Image Credit- Instagram

Rahul Gandhi on Rajasthan tour on April 11 to address election meetings in Bikaner, Jodhpur LS seats

Shillong, April 10: Former Congress President and star campaigner of the party, Rahul Gandhi will be on a Rajasthan tour on Thursday. The senior Congress MP will address an election meeting in Anupgarh town in Bikaner Lok Sabha parliamentary constituency on Thursday at 12 noon. Rahul Gandhis public meeting in Anupgarh will be held at [] The post Rahul Gandhi on Rajasthan tour on April 11 to address election meetings in Bikaner, Jodhpur LS seats appeared first on The Shillong Times .

Dive Into The Latest Hindi Music Video Of Siya Ke Ram Sung By Abhay Jodhpurkar And Shruti Bujarbaruah

Enjoy the latest Hindi song Siya Ke Ram sung by Abhay Jodhpurkar and Shruti Bujarbaruah. The music for this captivating track has been composed by Rohit Nanaware, with heartfelt lyrics penned by Sachin Ramchandra Ambat. The music video for Siya Ke Ram has been skillfully directed by Sachin Ramchandra. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Hindi video song Siya Ke Ram, by Abhay Jodhpurkar and Shruti Bujarbaruah and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Hindi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Hindi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Abhay Jodhpurkar and Shruti Bujarbaruah, New Video Songs of 2024, Rohit Nanaware songs, Hindi Gana Video Song, Sachin Ramchandra music videos and Sachin Ramchandra Ambat songs.

Enjoy The Music Video Of The Latest Marathi Song Siya Ke Ram Sung By Abhay Jodhpurkar And Shruti Bujarbaruah

Enjoy the latest Marathi song Siya Ke Ram sung by Abhay Jodhpurkar and Shruti Bujarbaruah. The music for this captivating track has been composed by Rohit Nanaware. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the latest Marathi video song Siya Ke Ram by Abhay Jodhpurkar, Shruti Bujarbaruah and immerse yourself in its mesmerizing melodies. For more Marathi songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Marathi ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of Abhay Jodhpurkar and Shruti Bujarbaruah, New Video Songs of 2024, Marathi Gana Video Song.

Researchers create sensor to gauge disease spread

NEW DELHI: Indian researchers have developed a sensor that will aid in tracking disease progression and providing rapid medical support. The sensor targets cytokines, an inflammatory biomarker used for disease diagnosis and understanding disease progression. This technique, developed by researchers from IIT Jodhpur, is crucial for developing therapeutics for conditions like multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and Alzheimers, among others. The overall time required for analysis is less than 30 minutes, making it a quick diagnostic tool and a rapid point-of-care technique for patients. Researchers said that this development aims to reduce mortality rates due to delayed diagnosis and lack of early warnings. The technology has immense potential to be used as a rapid and point-of-care technique for health monitoring, disease diagnosis, prognosis, and immune response tracking, researchers added. Cytokines are among the many biomarkers of inflammation used for diagnosing diseases and tracking their progression. They play crucial roles in tissue damage repair, cancer development and progression, and modulating immune reactions. They are vital for developing precision medicine and targeted therapeutics for various conditions such as oncology, infectiology, and rheumatological diseases. Prof. Ajay Agarwal, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Jodhpur, said, This technique has provided encouraging results for three key pro-inflammatory cytokines: interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin- (IL-), and TNF-, released by inflammatory cells. As of now, the testing is done for controlled samples, but the team aims to take the technology to clinical trials soon. The group is also using it to develop detection protocols for the early-stage and quick diagnosis of sepsis and fungal infections. This novel sensor uses Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy to detect analytes even at low concentrations. It is based on semiconductor process technology and works on the principle of Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering. This makes the technique powerful and capable of detecting trace-level molecules with high precision and selectivity. The most widely used techniques currently for cytokine detection are enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). These methods are reliable but highly time-consuming. However, the sensor developed by IIT Jodhpur takes only 30 minutes in comparison and is also cost-effective, the researchers added.

Caste politics replaced by politics of development under Modi, says Nadda

Caste politics replaced by politics of development under Modi, says Nadda BJP national president J P Nadda on Monday said earlier vote bank politics was done by dividing people into castes, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi started politics of development in the country. He said a few days ago, some people talked about caste census to divide the society. The BJP is not against caste census but their objective of having caste census done was less important and it was more to divide the people among castes. ''Today India's politics has changed under the leadership of Modi. What was seen 10 years ago is no longer the same today. ''Earlier, the government belonged to a particular caste group. It was not the government of every section,'' Nadda said, addressing a public meeting in Sangaria of Hanumangarh district in support of BJP candidate Priyanka Balan from Anupgarh. He said the elections were also conducted in such a way that caste played an important role. Politics was done by dividing the people, he added. ''Prime Minister Narendra Modi changed the definition and culture of politics. Today politics of development is being done. Our opponents also have to talk about development,'' he said. He said on one hand there is Modi who talks about removing corruption and on the other side there is a 'Ghamandia Gathbandhan', which says they will save the corrupt. There will be action against the corrupts, he added. He further said, ''All these corrupts have come together. This is the 'ghamandia' (arrogant) alliance. This is an alliance to save the corrupt.'' Nadda said India is now the fifth largest economy by defeating Britain which ruled over us for 200 years. In time to come, India will become the third largest economy of the world. He said, ''The manner in which work has been done in this country under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi ji for India's sovereignty and India's culture, India's cultural awakening was never done before.'' If anyone has worried about the villages, the poor, the deprived, the exploited, the Dalits, the women, the youth, the tribal brothers and the farmers, then Prime Minister Modi has done so, he said. He said India's name has been established in the world. New dimensions of development have been created. Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan will be held in two phases. In the first phase, voting will be held on April 19 in 12 seats -- Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa and Nagaur. Voting will be held in the second phase on April 26 in the remaining 13 seats of Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar-Baran. Byelection for Bagidaura assembly constituency will also be held in the second phase on April 26.

Intense heat in parts of Rajasthan pushes mercury above 40 degrees Celsius

According to the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, some parts of jodhpur division saw maximum temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius. In the next 72 hours, the maximum temperature is likely to increase by 2-3 degrees Celsius.

IndiGo Announces Special Fares on Selected Routes from Indore

IndiGo has announced a sale on one-way fares for 11 routes between Indore, starting today. The sale offers an all-inclusive fare of INR. 1,799/- (30-day advance purchase), for flight bookings on selected routes from Indore to Nashik, Jodhpur, Jabalpur, Nagpur, Surat, Varanasi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Shirdi, and Udaipur. This limited-time offer will be available for booking from April 04, 2024 to April 11, 2024. The offer is valid for flights till September 30, 2024 allowing passengers to leverage these reduced fares, facilitating travel in the coming months. IndiGo is dedicated to ensuring increased accessibility of travel, and this sale exemplifies that dedication. This offer also reinforces IndiGos commitment of affordable fares, on-time performance, courteous and hassle-free service across its extensive network. IndiGo remains committed to setting new industry standards, enhancing customer satisfaction, and providing unparalleled travel experiences, all with the goal of creating more unforgettable moments and forging stronger connections with its passengers. For further information and to take advantage of these celebratory offers, customers are encouraged to visit the IndiGo website or download the IndiGo mobile app.

HPMF expands advisory board with renowned industry leaders

The Hospitality Purchasing Managers Forum (HPMF) has proudly announced the addition of esteemed individuals to its Advisory Board. These distinguished personalities bring a wealth of experience and expertise to further enrich the HPMFs mission. Raj Kumar Kuldeep Singh Rathore: A senior High Court Advocate hailing from the Royal Family of Jodhpur Raoti province, Raj Kumar... The post HPMF expands advisory board with renowned industry leaders first appeared on Hospitality Biz India : India hospitality news, hospitality business analysis . The post HPMF expands advisory board with renowned industry leaders appeared first on Hospitality Biz India : India hospitality news, hospitality business analysis .

These elections are to change dynamics of the country: BJP leader Om Birla makes vote appeal in Kota

These elections are to change dynamics of the country: BJP leader Om Birla makes vote appeal in Kota Emphasising his commitment to the people of Kota, Rajasthan, BJP leader and Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla on Wednesday made a vote appeal for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Addressing the crowd, Birla recounted his dedication to ensuring the welfare of Kota's citizens, particularly during the pandemic's peak. Even as Lok Sabha Speaker, I tried to be among you all the time. During the COVID-19 period, the whole world was suffering, but I made sure that the people of Kota, Rajasthan do not suffer for oxygen, he remarked. Underscoring the significance of the upcoming elections, Birla stressed the need for transformative change under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi. These elections are to change the dynamics of the country. These elections are for the development of India under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, he asserted. Drawing upon his personal connection to Kota, Birla expressed gratitude for the unwavering support he has received from the community throughout his political career. I have started my politics from this place, and I can never forget the love I received from here. I have always tried to keep your belief in me alive, he affirmed. By voting with full strength on 26th (April), we will create history by giving more than 400 seats to Narendra Modi, he said. Earlier in the day, Om Birla filed his nomination from Kota, Rajasthan. Speaking to ANI, the BJP leader said, The people of Kota have always loved me and it is because of this that I am contesting the Lok Sabha elections for the third time and this time also the people of the area will make me win with a good majority. He also exuded confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's victory in the general elections, contributing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's potential third term. People have liked the work done by Modi's government in the country. In these elections, once again, the people of the country will repose faith in the BJP and Modi government, he said. The 25 parliamentary constituencies of Rajasthan will go to the polls in two phases. In Phase 1 of polling in the state on April 19, which is also the opening phase of the seven-phased elections, voting will be conducted for 12 seats. The remaining 13 seats in the state will be contested in the second phase on April 26. Under Phase 1, on April 19, polling will be held in Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa, and Nagaur. Phase 2 of polling on April 26 will take place in Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota, and Jhalawar-Baran. (ANI)

Travel tips: Jodhpur is a famous tourist destination due to its palaces, forts and temples amidst the Thar Desert, it is called Blue City due to its blue buildings.

Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. On May 12, 1459, Rao Jodha defeated the local tribal Bhil king and established the modern Jodhpur city, and named it after him. After its population crossed 10 lakh, it was declared the second metropolis of Rajasthan. It also used to be the capital of the historical princely state of Marwar of the same name. Jodhpur is also a famous tourist destination with its many magnificent palaces, forts, and temples amidst the Thar Desert. Due to the year-round sunshine, it is also called the Sun City. Due to the thousands of blue houses surrounding the Mehrangarh Fort located here, it was also known as Blue City. Most of the old city here is situated around this fort, in whose sentinel wall there are many gates, although in the last few decades, the city has expanded outside this wall also. The geographical location of Jodhpur is close to the geographical center of Rajasthan, due to which this city acts as a suitable base center for tourists to travel across the state. Jodhpur is the second largest city of Rajasthan, which is also known as the Blue City. The city of Jodhpur is a fresh reflection of the princely era of Rajasthan, taking us back to the 15th century. Jodhpur is a popular tourist destination in Rajasthan with many forts, places, lakes, and other monuments of historical and cultural importance. The city is most famous for its architecture of blue houses, temples, snacks, sweets, and monuments. If you want to enjoy all these things during holidays, then you must visit Jodhpur city after going to Rajasthan, there are many such tourist places here, which will force you to come here again and again. You will traditionally see royalty in this city. (PC: Lifeberrys)

Travel tips: These are the favorite Indian places of foreign tourists, the views here sink into the heart.

Everyone likes to travel and all Indians want to be able to visit every corner of the country. India has a lot to offer for tourism. Somewhere there is a seashore to visit and somewhere there are high mountains. Somewhere there are dense forests, where all kinds of animals can be seen, while somewhere it rains throughout the year or there are deserts. This is the reason why a large number of foreign tourists reach here every year. Apart from all this, due to the hospitality of the people of India, delicious food, history, architecture, yoga, various festivals, etc., India has become one of the favorite places of foreign tourists. Today in this episode, we are going to tell you about some such places in the country that are favorite destinations of Indians as well as foreign tourists. Let us know about these places... Varanasi Varanasi is also known as Kashi and Banaras. This thousands of years old city is situated on the banks of river Ganga. It is one of the famous pilgrimage sites of Hindus. Here is the temple of Kashi Vishwanath, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Here you will find temples in every street, hence it is also called the city of temples. People come to Banaras not only from the country but also from abroad for liberation and salvation. Famous for its distinct culture, this city attracts millions of tourists. Udaipur There would hardly be any person in India who would not wish to visit Udaipur at least once in his life. In fact, after coming here, you will yourself say that if you had not visited Udaipur, how would you have visited it? Udaipur is called the Kashmir of Rajasthan. Due to the presence of many beautiful water lakes here, it is also called the city of lakes. Apart from lakes, there are many forts, palaces, gardens, and adventures nearby. Rishikesh Rishikesh is famous all over the world for meditation and yoga. That's why it is also known as the Capital of Yoga. This city is a big center of yoga and meditation. Rishikesh has the highest number of foreign tourists visiting. There are many options for adventure here too. If you want to learn and understand spirituality or want to enjoy the peace of the valleys and do rafting etc. then the city of Rishikesh is waiting for you. Ram Jhula is most famous here, people come from far and wide to enjoy it. Pushkar Pushkar is so much liked by foreign tourists that many settle here forever. You can see more foreign tourists here than Indians. They can even be seen speaking Hindi and following our rituals. Pushkar is only 15 km away from Ajmer district, but here you will not feel that you are so close to a big city like Ajmer. Because the environment here will be completely different from the urban environment. The world's only Brahma temple is also located here. There are 55 ghats and about 400 temples around the Pushkar Lake of Tirtharaj Pushkar. Agra The Taj Mahal is one of the seven wonders. UNESCO has also given it a place in its heritage. The art, miniature paintings, crafts, etc. here also attract foreigners a lot. There is no dearth of tourist places in Agra. Not only local people but also foreigners from faraway countries come to see the Taj Mahal. The beauty of Taj Mahal is famous all over the world. Apart from the Taj Mahal in Agra, the Taj Museum, Itimad-ud-Daula, Akbar's Tomb and Red Fort of Agra along with Kinari Bazaar are also places worth seeing. Jaipur The most prized jewel of historic India, the 'Pink City' of Jaipur mesmerizes foreign tourists with its unique architectural sights, including the pink sandstone Hawa Mahal that resembles a real honeycomb and the hill fort known as the Amer Fort. , is the best example of this. Rajputana military architecture, with the astronomical designs of Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar. The city is a thriving center of traditional Indian handicrafts, jewelry, art, and sculpture. Goa Goa, known as the 'Queen of Beaches', is the first choice of every foreign tourist. Sun, sand, sports, and surfing on the beach of Goa are liked by every generation of today. If you are tired of visiting hilly areas like Manali and Shimla again and again, then Goa will be a new experience for you which is not snowy but marine. Will experience. The nightclubs here, cheap liquor, and parties going on till late at night on the beach attract foreigners a lot. That is why whenever you ask a foreigner about India, he will mention Goa at least once. Jodhpur International tourists love the ethnic charm of Jodhpur. The otherworldly 'Blue City' of India, known for its magnificently built fort of Mehrangarh, steeped in history, has always attracted foreign tourists searching for the quintessential historical gems of India. Tourists are also attracted to the ancient Clock Tower, Jaswant Thada, and Umaid Bhawan Palace apart from the magnificent Rajasthani handmade art jewelry, ethnic clothes, and exclusive souvenir items. The 'blue' houses of Jodhpur are a photographer's delight. (PC: Lifeberrys)

Mamata handled Sandeshkhali developments incredibly well: Saayoni Ghosh

Kolkata, Apr 3 (PTI) The blue-ash cotton saree with bright red border carefully draped by actor-politician Saayoni Ghosh appeared in particular contrast to the signature blue-bordered white saree of her leader-cum-mentor Mamata Banerjee who she sought to defend on one of West Bengals most pressing issues of the upcoming general elections: Sandeshkhali. Even as the 31-year-old youth leader of the Trinamool Congress pinched herself at her apartment in the tony neighbourhood of Jodhpur Park in south Kolkata to believe that the party has actually given her a ticket from Jadavpur Lok Sabha seat which, she maintained, felt like a homecoming,

BJP's '400 plus seats' slogan aimed at changing Constitution, alleges Gehlot

Gehlot criticizes BJP for 'Abki baar 400 paar', suspects Constitution changes, questions reservation abolition, and BJP's control over Lord Ram. Alleges BJP leaders mislead voters, overlook regional issues, and warns against their propaganda in Jodhpur rally.

IIT Jodhpur Invites Applications For MTech, PhD, Data Science Programs, Check Details

IIT Jodhpur Admissions 2024-25: The Department of Mathematics additionally offer a minor program in Data Science tailored for undergraduate students of the institute.

IIT Jodhpur and STEPapp Join Forces to Revolutionize School Education with Skilling Courses

The Technology Innovation and Start-up Center (TISC) at IIT Jodhpur partners with STEPapp to offer skilling courses for school students, aligning with the National Education Policy's emphasis on practical skill development. Through this collaboration, students from grades 6-12 will gain expertise in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and Entrepreneurship. Signed in the presence of esteemed directors and CEOs, this transformative initiative aims to revolutionize education and empower future leaders with essential skills for the digital age.

Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy: Amit Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah said that the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy now as his grandmother and former prime minister Indira Gandhi put lakhs of people in jail during the Emergency. Addressing at a public rally in Jodhpur, Amit Shah said, Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk ... Read more

Shah raises Congress dynasty politics in Gehlot bastion

JAIPUR: On the second of his campaign in Rajasthan, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday targeted the opposition Congress over dynastic politics. He addressed a public rally in support of Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who is the BJP candidate from Jodhpur, also the bastion of former CM Ashok Gehlot. Shah claimed that Gehlots only interest is to ensure that his son somehow becomes the CM of Rajasthan while Sonia Gandhi wants that Rahul Gandhi becomes the PM. He hit back at INDIA bloc parties over their Loktantra Bachao (save democracy) rally at Delhis Ramlila Maidan on Sunday, saying no matter how many parties you gather, only (Narendra) Modi is going to come back as prime minister post-elections. The people of the country are ready to make Narendra Modi the prime minister for a third time, he said, adding India will become the third largest economy during his next term. Shahs reaction came a day after top INDIA bloc leaders exhorted the people to defeat the BJP to save democracy and the Constitution and alleged that the opposition has been deprived of a level-playing field in the Lok Sabha elections due to the governments dictatorial actions. The one who commits corruption will be behind bars, the home minister asserted at a meeting of the partys Shakti Kendra Pramukh in Jodhpur. The arrogant alliance, which does not care about anyone except the family, is challenging Modi. They are crying that democracy is in danger, Shah said. He hit out at nepotism in politics, referring to leaders, such as Ashok Gehlot, Lalu Prasad, Uddhav Thackeray, MK Stalin, Mamata Banerjee, and Sonia Gandhi. None of these leaders is concerned about the public. They are all interested only in their own family. The home minister asked party workers to go among the people with the achievements of the Modi government in 10 years. This time the NDA will be cross 400 seats and BJP will win more than 370 seats on its own, he said. Union Jal Shakti minister Gajendra Singh has been facing criticism for his failure to make the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP) into a reality. However, Shah said the BJP governments in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh recently signed an agreement with the Centre to turn ERCP into a reality. Rally in support of Shekhawat in Jodhpur Home Minister Amit Shah addressed a public rally in Jodhpur in support of Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who is the BJP candidate from Jodhpur. Taking on Ashok Gehlot, Shah claimed that the former CMs only interest is to ensure that his son becomes Rajasthan CM.

Rahul has no right to talk about democracy, his grandmother imposed Emergency: Amit Shah

Agencies Jodhpur, Apr 1: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy as his grandmother and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi put lakhs of people in jail and banned political parties during the Emergency, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Monday. He hit back at INDIA bloc parties over their Loktantra [] The post Rahul has no right to talk about democracy, his grandmother imposed Emergency: Amit Shah appeared first on Northlines .

Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy: Shah

JODHPUR, Apr 1: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy now as his grandmother and former prime minister Indira Gandhi put lakhs of people in jail and banned political parties during the Emergency, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Monday. He hit back at INDIA bloc parties over their Loktantra Bachoa (save democracy) rally at Delhis Ramlila Maidan on Sunday, saying no matter how many parties you gather, only Modi is going to come as [] The post Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy: Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Amit Shah reviews BJPs preparedness for LS polls in Jodhpur

The party leader urged the office-bearers to focus on Mission-25 in Rajasthan by repeating a sweep of all 25 Lok Sabha seats in the State in the previous two general elections

Cong trying to push country into darkness: Amit Shah

Jodhpur, Apr 1 (UNI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday accused the Congress-led UPA of trying to push the country into darkness during its rule and said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked to make India a safe and prosperous nation in the last 10 years. Addressing a public meeting here, Shah said Modi... The post Cong trying to push country into darkness: Amit Shah first appeared on Central India's Premier English Daily .

PM Modi to address election rally in Rajasthan's Kotputli

PM Modi to address election rally in Rajasthan's Kotputli Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address an election rally in Rajasthan's Kotputli on Tuesday. A BJP spokesperson said that PM Modi will address a public meeting in Kotputli in support of the party's candidate from Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha seat, Rao Rajendra Singh. According to programme coordinator Arun Chaturvedi, PM Modi will reach the meeting venue in the Molahera village in front of the Eklavya Dental Medical College, in Kotputli at 1.50 pm on Tuesday. This will be the prime ministeri's first meeting for the Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan since the announcement of polls. Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan will be held in two phases on April 19 and 26. In the first phase, voting will be held on April 19 for 12 seats - Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa and Nagaur. In the second phase, voting will be held on April 26 for 13 seats - Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar-Baran.

'His grandmother imposed emergency': Shah slams Rahul Gandhi

Amit Shah on Monday slammed Rahul Gandhi's 'murder of democracy,' stating that the Congress MP had no 'right to talk' due to his grandmother, Indira Gandhi putting 'lakhs of people in jail during emergency.' 'Rahul Gandhi has no right to talk about democracy; his grandmother put lakhs of people in jail during Emergency, banned parties,' the home minister said at a rally in Jodhpur.

IIT Jodhpur researchers develop smartphone-based system for quick glucose testing

IIT Jodhpur researchers develop smartphonebased system for quick glucose testing

BJP will secure all 25 seats from Rajasthan in Lok Sabha elections: Union Minister Anurag Thakur

BJP will secure all 25 seats from Rajasthan in Lok Sabha elections: Union Minister Anurag Thakur Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Sunday expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party's victory in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, asserting that the party is poised to secure victory in all 25 seats in Rajasthan, thereby contributing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's potential third term. He also highlighted that there is a dearth of senior leaders in Congress willing to contest elections due to widespread corruption within their ranks. Whether it was the election of 2014 or 2019, the people of Rajasthan have always stood with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and this time BJP has formed government in the Rajasthan assembly election. I am fully confident that in order to make PM Modi the Prime Minister of this country third time, Rajasthan will make BJP win 25/25 seats and the lotus will bloom. In Congress, there are no more leaders who actually want to fight election. Corruption has hollowed Congress to the extent that they have run out of senior leaders, Union Minister Anurag Thakur said. The 25 parliamentary constituencies of Rajasthan will go to the polls in two phases. In Phase 1 of polling in the state on April 19, which is also the opening phase of the seven-phased elections, voting will be conducted for 12 seats. The remaining 13 seats in the state will be contested in the second phase on April 26. Bypolls for 26 Assembly seats in the state will also be held alongside the Lok Sabha elections. Nearly 96.8 crore people are eligible to cast their votes in the upcoming general elections at over 12 lakh polling stations. Under Phase 1, on April 19, polling will be held in Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa, and Nagaur. Phase 2 of polling on April 26 will take place in Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota, and Jhalawar-Baran. The BJP won all 25 parliamentary seats in Rajasthan in the 2014 Lok Sabha election. However, in 2019, the BJP bagged 24 seats while the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) managed to secure the other remaining seat. (ANI)

LS polls: Amit Shah holds road show in Rajasthan's Sikar

LS polls: Amit Shah holds road show in Rajasthan's Sikar Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday conducted a massive road show in Sikar Lok Sabha constituency, campaigning for the BJP candidate from the seat. Shah was accompanied by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and party candidate and two-time MP Swami Sumedhanand. Shah reached Jaipur and held a meeting of party leaders from five Lok Sabha constituencies of Dausa, Karauli-Dholpur, Nagaur, Churu and Jhunjhunu before going to Sikar for the road show. Shah, CM Sharma and Sumedhanand held the road show in an open vehicle. The road show began from Shree Kalyan temple and passed through New Dujod Gate, Ghantaghar, Jat Bazaar and culminated at Tapriya Bagichi, covering a distance of around two kilometres in over an hour. People showered flowers at the vehicle during the road show and raised slogans in support of the BJP, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders. Shah also greeted people and waved at them during the road show that attracted a huge crowd. In the general elections, the main opposition Congress has tied up with the CPI(M) in Rajasthan. Under the alliance, the CPI(M) has fielded former MLA Amraram from the Jat-dominated Sikar seat. Sikar is also the hometown of Rajasthan Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra, whose assembly constituency, Laxmangarh, falls under the Sikar Lok Sabha constituency. Of the eight assembly segments under Sikar Lok Sabha constituency, five are held by the Congress and three by the BJP. Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan will be held in two phases on April 19 and 26, and Sikar is among 12 seats where elections will be held in the first phase on April 19. The other Lok Sabha constituencies which will go to polls in the first phase are Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa and Nagaur. The remaining 13 seats of Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar-Baran will go to polls in the second phase on April 26.

AIIMS Jodhpur Recruitment 2024: Notification Out for 84 Faculty Vacancies

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Jodhpur has announced a recruitment notification for 84 faculty positions across different departments. This article provides comprehensive details about the recruitment process, including eligibility criteria, application procedure, and important dates.

Bringing crime home to India

The Berlin Wall, Eastern Europe, 221B Baker Street, Manhattan, Hudson, Thames crime suspense films often take us on a virtual tour to these destinations. But India as a backdrop has remained relatively untouched. But Homi Adajanias Murder Mubarak (2024) based on Anuja Chauhans novel Club You to Death, brings crime suspense home to India. The film is about a murder that takes place inside an elite club in Delhi, the investigation into which leads to another murder and uncovers dark secrets beneath the masks of its splashy members. Says Chauhan, For me, my fiction was very much my thing. I wasnt trying to please anyone. Just to flashback a bit, Sharandindu Bandopadhyay and Satyajit Ray had created the fictional characters Detective Satyanweshi Byomkesh Bakshi and Private Investigator Pradosh Mitter (Feluda). Both were educated young Bengalis who used their intellect and common sense to unravel mysteries in Calcutta, Jodhpur and Varanasi in Chriyakhana (1967), Sonar Kella (1974), Joy Baba Felunath (1979) and more recently in Detective Byomkesh Bakshy (2015). But these have been the exceptions. Reason? The trade demands of force-fitted dance numbers, redundant romance and other loud fillers violate the fundamental tautness of narrative that this genre demands. Not to speak of the dilution of the investigators personality from an intellect-led one to a routine cardboard cut-out one. But a few Indian commercial filmmakers have sincerely tried to bring back the fundamentals of crime suspense thrillers with India as the backdrop. In Khamosh (1985), member after member of a film unit shooting at Pahalgam in Kashmir gets murdered in the locales magnificent streams, trees and boat houses. Is the sleepwalking Shabana the culprit or is it the womanising film producer Dayal? In Rahasya (2014), the 18-year-old daughter of a doctor couple is found dead in a plush Mumbai flat. More murders and chases in the bylanes of Mumbai happen. But wait, dont the throats of the victims appear to have been slit with surgical precision? The mystery of Kahaani (2012) begins in the nether of Kolkata metro and surfaces to the labyrinth of overground traffic signature yellow taxis and tea shops. Finally, inside an oceanic mass of Durga Puja revellers, the dots between a psychopathic contract-killer, a non-existent character, and a corrupt intelligence official connect. The period film Death in the Gunj (2017), set in 1979, was even more significant of this homecoming of crime as it was an English language film set in McClucksieganja small town in Bihar where a group of family and friends head for a getaway. But the simple soul Shutu gets bullied and teased mercilessly by the more flamboyant members of the entourage. Does Shutu die? Or does he continue as a living nightmare? While box office reception to Kahaani was impressive, the others enjoy a cult status, giving young filmmakers the confidence to invest more in this genre, and bring their stories home to India. Balaji Vittal Film commentator and author Posts on X: @vittalbalaji

LS polls: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat files nomination from Jodhpur

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Cong leader Shravan Singh Rathore joins BJP ahead of LS polls

Cong leader Shravan Singh Rathore joins BJP ahead of LS polls Congress leader Shravan Singh Rathore joined the BJP on Saturday in the presence of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma during the nomination rally of BJP candidate from Jodhpur and Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Rathore, considered close to senior Congress leader Ashok Gehlot, hails from Jalore from where the former chief minister's son Vaibhav Gehlot is contesting the Lok Sabha elections. BJP chief whip in assembly Jogeshwar Garg and other leaders were also present during the joining of Rathore, who is also the president of Pravasi Friends Foundation.

Cong releases list of star campaigners for 1st phase of LS polls in Rajasthan

Cong releases list of star campaigners for 1st phase of LS polls in Rajasthan The Congress on Friday released its list of star campaigners in Rajasthan for the first phase of the Lok Sabha polls. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chief Sonia Gandhi and former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot feature in the list that has 40 names. The names of Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Sachin Pilot and Kanhaiya Kumar are also there in the list. According to the list available on the chief electoral officer's website, the star campaigners of the Congress include the party's state in-charge Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, state unit chief Govind Singh Dotasra, Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully, former Assembly speaker C P Joshi and senior leaders Mohan Prakash, Hemaram Chaudhary, Raghu Sharma and Harish Chaudhary. The names of several legislators, including Suratgarh MLA Dungarram, also feature in the list. The Congress has said it will release its manifesto for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls at a public meeting here on April 6. The Lok Sabha polls in Rajasthan will be held in two phases on April 19 and April 26. In the first phase, voting will be held for the 12 seats of Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa and Nagaur. In the second phase, voting will be held for the 13 seats of Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar-Baran. Besides, bypoll for the Bagidora Assembly seat falling under the Banswara Lok Sabha segment will also be held in the second phase on April 26.

Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat meets Pakistani Hindu refugees in Jodhpur

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166 nomination papers of 124 candidates for 12 LS seats in Rajasthan found valid

166 nomination papers of 124 candidates for 12 LS seats in Rajasthan found valid Rajasthan Chief Electoral Officer Praveen Gupta Thursday said 166 nominations were found to be valid after scrutiny of papers Thursday for the first phase of Lok Sabha polls for 12 seats in the state. Altogether, 179 nominations papers were filed by 131 candidates for the 12 seats. Out of them, 166 nomination papers of 124 candidates were found valid whereas 13 nominations of seven candidates were rejected during scrutiny, Gupta said in a statement. He said 17 in Jaipur Rural, 16 in Sikar, 14 each in Jaipur and Churu, 10 each in Alwar and Nagaur, nine each in Ganganagar and Bikaner, eight in Jhunjhunu, seven in Dausa, six in Bharatpur and nominations of four candidates in Karauli-Dholpur were found valid. He said the last date for withdrawal of names for the first phase of voting is March 30. Voting will take place on April 19 and the counting of votes will take place on June 4. In the second phase of elections in the state, voting will be held on 13 seats -- Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar-Baran -- on April 26. Apart from this, byelection on Bagidora assembly seat falling under Banswara Lok Sabha constituency will also be held in the second phase on April 26. This seat fell vacant after Congress MLA Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya left the Congress and joined the BJP a few days ago.

LS polls: PM Modi, 10 Union ministers, 5 CMs among BJP's star campaigners in Rajasthan

LS polls: PM Modi, 10 Union ministers, 5 CMs among BJP's star campaigners in Rajasthan The BJP has released its list of star campaigners for the Lok Sabha polls in Rajasthan. The list of 40 names includes Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 10 Union ministers and the chief ministers of five states. The names of Jhalawar MLA and former Rajasthan chief minister Vasundhara Raje and former MLAs Rajendra Rathore and Satish Poonia also feature in the list. The Union ministers who would be campaigning in the desert state include Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Bhupendra Yadav, Arjun Ram Meghwal, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Kailash Choudhary. The chief ministers of five states, including Rajasthan's Bhajanlal Sharma, will also campaign in support of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates. Yogi Adityanath (Uttar Pradesh), Mohan Yadav Madhya Pradesh), Bhupendra Patel (Gujarat) and Nayab Saini (Haryana) are the other chief ministers who would campaign for the saffron party in the desert state. Besides Raje, state BJP president C P Joshi, Rajya Sabha MPs Ghanshyam Tiwari and Rajendra Gehlot, former state unit chiefs of the party Arun Chaturvedi and Satish Poonia and former leader of opposition in the state Assembly Rajendra Rathore are also the star campaigners for the saffron party. The names of Deputy Chief Ministers Diya Kumari and Premchand Bairwa, Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore and Agriculture Minister Kirodi Lal Meena also feature in the list. Tijara MLA Baba Balaknath is the lone BJP legislator from Rajasthan whose name figures in the list of star campaigners. Six Lok Sabha poll candidates from Rajasthan will be star campaigners for the BJP -- Meghwal (Bikaner), Shekhawat (Jodhpur), Bhupendra Yadav (Alwar), Om Birla (Kota), Choudhary (Barmer) and Joshi (Chittorgarh).

New paper-based device to make on-spot glucose testing using smartphone

Jodhpur: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur have developed a new low-cost, paper-based analytical device that can be connected to smartphones to provide on-spot detection of glucose levels. The device carries a lab-based functionalised biodegradable paper which changes colour based on the level and amount of glucose present. When connected to 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 .

Mercury soars in Rajasthan, Phalodi hottest at 41.2 deg C

Mercury soars in Rajasthan, Phalodi hottest at 41.2 deg C The mercury levels soared in parts of Rajasthan on Wednesday and Phalodi district recorded the hottest temperature in the state at 41.2 degrees Celsius, an official said here. According to the meteorological centre in Jaipur, the maximum temperatures were recorded three to five degrees above normal in some parts of the Jodhpur division. The maximum temperatures in the rest of the state were recorded two to three degrees above the average, it said. No significant change is predicted for Thursday, after which the maximum temperatures will drop by one to two degrees, a Met department spokesperson said. Some places in the Ganganagar and Hanumangarh areas are likely to receive light rain on Wednesday, the official said. Due to the activation of a new western disturbance in some parts of the state on March 29 and 30, sudden strong winds with speeds of 30 to 40 kilometres per hour along with thunder and light rain are likely to hit some parts of Jodhpur, Bikaner, Jaipur, Bharatpur divisions, according to the weather office.

40 candidates filed nominations for 1st phase of LS polls in Rajasthan so far, say officials

Jaipur/Sikar, Mar 26 (PTI) Forty candidates have filed nominations for the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan so far, officials said on Tuesday. BJP candidates Jyoti Mirdha and Sumedhanand Saraswati filed nominations from Nagaur and Sikar Lok Sabha constituencies, respectively on Tuesday. INDIA bloc constituent the CPI(M)'s candidate Amraram filed his nomination from Sikar on the same day. Mirdha, a former Congress MP from Nagaur who joined the BJP ahead of the 2023 assembly elections, is pitted against Rashtriya Loktantrik Party convener Hanuman Beniwal who is contesting the elections in alliance with the Congress. Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan will be held in two phases on April 19 and 26. Nagaur and Sikar are among the 12 parliamentary constituencies where polling will be held in the first phase on April 19. The last date for filing nomination papers for the first phase is March 27. Scrutiny will be held on March 28 and the last date of withdrawal of nomination is March 30. Addressing a public meeting in Sikar after incumbent MP Sumedhanand Saraswati filed his nomination, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma accused the Congress of indulging in vote-bank politics and said that the BJP always works keeping in mind the welfare of the people and the country. The Congress has made making false promises a habit. Whatever they promised in the last five years was never fulfilled, he said. The Congress government meant corruption, appeasement, and terrorism. Until Narendra Modi came to power (at the Centre), anyone could bomb any city in our country. But, it's only PM Modi who ensured a secure and developing India that also made a place for itself on the global stage, Sharma said. In Sikar, CPI(M) Politburo member Brinda Karat, while addressing a rally after the party's candidate Amraram filed his nominations, said, The BJP has sent our constitution to the ICU. The upcoming general election is not a fight for the chair, but for saving our democracy and constitutional rights. PM Modi might be dreaming of crossing 400 seats but the people who have faced torture under his rule in the last 10 years will not let it happen, she said. Congress leader and former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot on Tuesday targeted the BJP government at the Centre, claiming that democracy is in danger and the country is being ruled through federal agencies such as the ED and the CBI. In the first phase of Lok Sabha elections in Rajasthan, voting will be held in 12 Lok Sabha constituencies of Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur Rural, Jaipur, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli-Dholpur, Dausa and Nagaur on April 19. The remaining 13 seats of Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Barmer, Jalore, Udaipur, Banswara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Kota and Jhalawar-Baran will go to polls in the second phase on April 26. PTI AG NSD NSD Disclaimer: This article is published from a syndicated feed and has not been edited by the Deccan Chronicle team

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CBSE cancelled the recognition of 20 schools from 10 states...here is the list

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled the recognition of 20 schools in different states of the country. These 20 schools are in many states of the country including Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled the recognition of 20 schools in different states of the country. Apart from Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Assam, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, these 20 schools are also from Kerala and Uttarakhand. CBSE Secretary Himanshu Gupta said in this matter that these 20 schools were not only behaving against the rules but were also involved in malpractices. How many schools are there in which state? States whose schools have been cancelled. Among them, there are 5 schools in Delhi and three in Uttar Pradesh. There are two schools each in Kerala, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. Whereas, there is one school each in Jammu-Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh and Assam whose recognition has been cancelled by the Central Board of Secondary Education. Recognition of these schools was cancelled Siddharth Public School, Delhi-81 Marigold Public School, Delhi-39 Bharat Mata SaraswatiBalMandir, Delhi-40 National Public School, Delhi-40 Chand Ram Public Senior Secondary School, Delhi-39 Loyal Public School, Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh Crescent Convent School, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh Trinity World School, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh Prince UCH Secondary School, Sikar, Rajasthan Global Indian International School, Jodhpur, Rajasthan Dronacharya Public School, Raipur, Chhattisgarh Vaikan School, VidhanSabha Marg, Raipur, Chhattisgarh Rahul International School, Thane, Maharashtra Pioneer Public School, Pune, Maharashtra PV's Public School, Malappuram, Kerala Mother Theresa Memorial Central School, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Kartar Public School, Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir SAI RNS Academy, Dispur, Guwahati, Assam Sardar Patel Public School, MisroadHuzur, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Gyan Einstein International School, Dehradun, Uttarakhand CBSE downgraded the recognition of these schools Among these three schools is Shri Ram Academy, Barpeta, Assam. The Vivekananda School, Narela, Delhi and The Shri Dasmesh Senior Secondary Public School, Talwandi Sabo, District Bathinda, Punjab.

Haddhu Ledhu Raa | Song - Friendship (Lyrical)

Watch the song 'Friendship' from Telugu movie 'Haddhu Ledhu Raa' starring Ashish Gandhi, Ashok and Varsha. 'Friendship' is sung by Abhay Jodhpurkar and music of the song is given by Kamal Kumar D. Lyrics of 'Haddhu Ledhu Raa' song 'Friendship' are written by Rambabu Gosala. To know more about 'Friendship' song from Ashish Gandhi, Ashok and Varsha starrer 'Haddhu Ledhu Raa' watch the video.

CBSE disaffiliates 20 schools for enrolling dummy students; 5 of them in Delhi, 3 in UP

The disaffiliated schools include Sidhhartha Public School, Bharat Mata Saraswati Bal Mandir, National Public School, Chand Ram Public Senior Secondary School and Marigold Public School in Delhi, Loyal Public School (Bulandshahr), Trinity World School (Gautam Buddh Nagar), Crescent Convent School (Ghazipur) in Uttar Pradesh, Prince UCH Madhyamik Vidyalaya (Sikar) and Global Indian International School, (Jodhpur) in Rajasthan.

IRCTC: IRCTC is providing tours to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner and Jaisalmer for just this much rupees, know the details

If you are planning to visit some wonderful place in the month of March. In such a situation, this news is especially for you. Today we are going to tell you about a very wonderful tour package of IRCTC. Under this tour package of IRCTC, you are getting a chance to visit Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner and Jaisalmer. All these places are very popular in the country and the world. Here you will get to see many historical forts, which preserve the cultural heritage of the country within them. In such a situation, you should not miss this tour package of IRCTC. You are also getting many great facilities in this tour package of IRCTC. In this episode, let us know about this tour package in detail - Under this tour package of IRSTC, you will get to travel for a total of 5 nights and 6 days. This tour package of IRCTC is starting from Jaipur on March 27, 2024. Under this package you will be made to travel by cab. Its package code is NJH075. You will not have to face any kind of problems while travelling. In this tour package of IRCTC, all your breakfast, lunch and dinner will be arranged. Apart from this, hotel arrangements will also be made for your stay. If you want more information related to this tour. In such a situation, you can know all the important information by visiting this link https://www.irctctourism.com/pacakage_description?packageCode=NJH075. Here you can also find out about fares. (PC: ISTOCK)

Rajasthan High Court RHC System Assistant Recruitment 2023: Result Declared for 230 Posts, Check Your Result Now

Rajasthan High Court, RHC Jodhpur, has released the result for the recruitment to 230 posts of System Assistant. Candidates who are enrolled with the vacancy can download the result. It is recommended to read the notification for recruitment eligibility, post information, selection procedure, age limit, pay scale, and all other necessary details.

Union Minister plays Phoolon Ki Holi in Jodhpur

Jaipur, March 20 (IANS) Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Wednesday played Phoolon Ki Holi during the Holi Sneh Milan ceremony in Jodhpur, Rajasthan on Wednesday. While playing Holi, he also sang Thakur Jis bhajans and danced on Faag songs. During the Hindu month of Phagun, Rajasthanis celebrate Holi by singing special songs []

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Rajasthan CM to discuss Lok Sabha poll issues with veteran leaders in Delhi today

Jaipur, March 18 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister, Bhajanlal Sharma, will be on a Delhi-Jodhpur-Udaipur tour on Monday and Tuesday. CM Sharma will reach Delhi from Jaipur at 2 pm on Monday, where he will discuss issues related to the Lok Sabha elections with senior party leaders. The BJP has declared 15 candidates for the Lok []

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2024 elections: How BJP, Cong fared in last LS polls in east Rajasthan, Mewar, Marwar regions

2024 elections: How BJP, Cong fared in last LS polls in east Rajasthan, Mewar, Marwar regions Eyeing a repeat of its electoral performance of 2019, the Bharatiya Janata Party will look to win all 25 seats in the Lok Sabha polls in Rajasthan, even as the Congress hopes to cause a dent in the saffron party's plans. Despite losing the Rajasthan assembly elections to the Congress in December 2018, and thus being in the opposition, the BJP had managed to win 24 seats in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, with the only other seat going to its ally Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP). This time, the BJP is in power in the state and looks to have wind in its sails. The Congress, which had won a majority of the assembly seats in eastern Rajasthan in the 2018 assembly polls, suffered a bitter loss a few months later in the parliamentary polls. The Gurjar community had voted for the Congress in the assembly polls, hoping that Sachin Pilot, a member of the community, would become the state's chief minister. When that did not happen, votes for the Congress took a hit and the BJP won all the seats in the region in the Lok Sabha polls. However, the winning margin was relatively low on three eastern Rajasthan seats as compared to other seats in the state. In the Lok Sabha polls, the BJP's Jaskaur Meena won from Dausa with a margin of 78,444 votes, while Manoj Rajoria won the Karauli-Dholpur seat with a margin of 97,682 votes. In Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, Sukhbir Singh Jaunapuria won the election with a margin of 1,11,291. Pilot won his first assembly elections in 2018 from the Tonk assembly seat which comes under the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha segment. In the Marwar region, the Congress faced a humiliating defeat from Jodhpur in the parliamentary elections where the then-chief minister Ashok Gehlot's son Vaibhav Gehlot lost to the BJP's Gajendra Shekhawat by 2,74,440 votes. Jodhpur is Gehlot's hometown and is considered a stronghold of the Congress. The party's loss was a major embarrassment for both Gehlot and the party. Shekhawat, a Union minister, is contesting again from the seat in 2024. He has been a Lok Sabha MP from Jodhpur since 2014. The BJP had left one seat, Nagaur, for its ally Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP), which is headed by Hanuman Beniwal, in 2019. Beniwal defeated Congress candidate Jyoti Mirdha by a margin of 1,81,260 votes. Mirdha, who is now in the BJP, has been given the party ticket from Nagaur. The BJP's alliance with the RLP ended over the farmers' protest in 2020. In the Mewar region comprising the southern parts of the state, Bhartiya Tribal Party, which had emerged just ahead of the 2018 elections, won two assembly seats, causing considerable damage to both the Congress and the BJP particularly in the Banswara and Dungarpur areas. However, the BJP managed to swing the voters in its favour in the Lok Sabha elections that followed and won by very high margins in Banswara (3,05,464 votes), Chittorgarh (5,76,247), Udaipur (4,37,914 votes) and Rajsamand (5,51,916 votes). The BJP's assembly performance in the Mewar region, in which it had won many seats, also helped the party increase its winning margin in the Lok Sabha elections. The party retained its influence in the Hadoti region where it won the Kota-Bundi (Om Birla) and Jhalawar-Baran (Dushyant Singh) seats. Dushyant Singh, the son of former chief minister Vasundhara Raje, won his seat with a margin of 4,53,928 votes. In northern Rajasthan (Bikaner, Ganganagar) and the Shekhawati region (Churu, Sikar, Jhunjhunu), the party had won comfortably with margins close to three lakhs in each seat.

Rajasthan Voting Schedule: Details of Polling Phases

Jaipur: T he Election Commission has announced the schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections today (Saturday). The voting process will span across 7 phases from April 19 to June 1 for all 543 seats nationwide, with the results slated for declaration on June 4. The implementation of the Moral Code of Conduct has been initiated across the country following the election announcement. In Rajasthan, the Lok Sabha elections will be conducted in two phases for all 25 seats. The voting dates for the general elections in Rajasthan are set for April 19 and April 26. The state will witness polling on 12 Lok Sabha seats in the first phase and on 13 seats in the second phase. Voting for the first phase will take place on April 19, covering Ganganagar, Bikaner, Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar, Jaipur, Jaipur Rural, Alwar, Bharatpur, Karauli Dholpur, Dausa, and Nagaur. Subsequently, the second phase on April 26 will encompass Ajmer, Banswara, Barmer, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Jalore, Jhalawar-Baran, Jodhpur, Kota, Pali, Rajsamand, Tonk-Sawai Madhopur, and Udaipur. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party faced significant losses nationwide, including in Rajasthan. Despite emerging victorious in the December 2018 assembly elections, Congress was defeated in all 25 parliamentary seats in Rajasthan. BJP secured 24 seats, while one seat was claimed by Hanuman Beniwal's Rashtriya Loktantrik Party, which allied with BJP. The outcome of the 2019 elections echoed the results of the 2014 general elections, where the BJP alliance swept all 25 seats in Rajasthan, sidelining the Congress. Madhya Pradesh Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Schedule and Phases Unveiled by Election Commission Madras High Court Orders YouTuber to Pay 50 Lakh in Damages to Seva Bharati Trust IAS Officer Abhimanyu Singh Appointed as Officer on Special Duty to Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Indian Army raises Apache squadron at Jodhpur ahead of helicopter deliveries

The Indian Army has established a squadron for Apache attack helicopters at Jodhpur ahead of the delivery of six choppers from the US, with the first batch expected in May. The IAF has already inducted 22 Apaches, and the Army will receive six under separate deals. The Apaches, armed with advanced weaponry, are crucial for providing combat aviation cover for the Army's 'strike corps'. Additionally, plans are underway to induct 156 indigenous Prachand light combat helicopters in the future, further enhancing India's aerial capabilities.

Navy rescues Bangladeshi ship in Gulf of Aden

NEW DELHI : In a swift response, Indian Navy warships answered a distress call from Bangladeshs merchant vessel MV Abdulla in the Gulf of Aden. Indian Navys mission-deployed warship and a Long Range Maritime Patrol (LRMP) aircraft responded to a piracy attack on MV Abdulla, a Bangladesh-flagged vessel, while en route from Mozambique to the United Arab Emirates, said the statement released by Indian Navy on Friday. The LRMP aircraft was immediately deployed upon receiving notification and located the vessel on the evening of March 12, attempting to establish communication with the crew. However, no response was received, the Navy added. Navys warship INS Tarkash, engaged in maritime security pperations, intercepted the hijacked merchant vessel on Thursday morning. The safety of the vessels crew, all Bangladeshi nationals, held by armed pirates, was confirmed, and the warship maintained proximity to the merchant vessel until it reached Somalias territorial waters. The Indian Navy has been actively assisting merchant vessels in the Indian Ocean following piracy and drone attacks. The series of attacks began in January when INS Sumitra rescued 19 Pakistani crew members from an Iranian-flagged fishing vessel attacked off the east coast of Somalia. On January 5, the Navy prevented the hijacking of Liberian-flagged vessel MV Lila Norfolk in the North Arabian Sea, rescuing all crew members. Earlier this month, the Indian Navy thwarted a piracy attempt off the East coast of Somalia on an Iranian-flagged fishing vessel with a crew of 11 Iranians and eight Pakistanis. Speaking about the impact on maritime traffic in the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and Indian Ocean, Commodore Anil Jai Singh (Retd) stated that such attacks would have their consequences. With $200 billion of Indias trade flowing with Europe, North America, and South America at risk due to the blockage of the Suez Canal, the Department of Commerce has worked out an action plan to cope with the crisis, including possibly re-routing shipments through the Cape of Good Hope, he said. Army raises 1st Apache attack helicopter squadron Adding attack capability along the Western borders, the Indian Armys Aviation Corps on Friday raised its first squadron of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters. Named the 451 Aviation Squadron, it was formally raised at Jodhpur in the presence of Director General Army Aviation Lieutenant General AK Suri. Army will receive the first batch of three Apaches in May and another three in July, a defence source said. India and the US signed a contract in 2020 for the acquisition of six Apache attack helicopters.

Ahead of delivery, Army raises Apache attack chopper squadron

Ahead of the delivery of six Apache attack helicopters from the US from May onwards, the Army on Friday raised the squadron for the heavy-duty choppers at Jodhpur along the western front with Pakistan. The Apache squadron was raised in the presence of Army Aviations director general Lt-General Ajay Suri and other officials.

Best Places For Solo Traveling: These 5 places are best for solo female travelers to visit in India, know

Solo Female Traveller is an important and bold term that expresses a solo female traveler. This term refers to women who decide to travel independently, whether to a different country or within their own country. Traveling alone gives a woman a sense of independence, freedom, and independence, and increases her self-confidence. Women traveling alone should feel free and safe, so they exercise discretion and caution. She explores new places, gets a chance to explore her soul, and tests her courage. India is one of the safest countries for solo female travelers who want to explore its rich culture and diverse landscapes. Here are some of the top tourist destinations in India for solo female travelers: Uttarakhand: This state is home to the Himalayan Mountains and is known for its natural beauty. Some popular tourist destinations in Uttarakhand for solo female travelers include Rishikesh, Mussoorie, and Nainital. Kerala: This state is known for its serene beaches, Ayurvedic treatments, and serene environment. Some popular tourist destinations in Kerala for solo female travelers include Alleppey, Munnar, and Kovalam. Goa: This state is known for its vibrant beaches, party atmosphere, and Portuguese architecture. Some popular tourist destinations in Goa for solo female travelers include Baga Beach, Calangute Beach, and Anjuna Beach. Rajasthan: This state is known for its rich culture, historical forts, and palaces. Some popular tourist destinations in Rajasthan for solo female travelers include Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur. Ladakh: This union territory is known for its high-altitude desert, Buddhist monasteries, and tranquil environment. Some popular tourist destinations in Ladakh for solo female travelers include Leh, Ladakh, and Nubra Valley. There are some things that solo female travelers should keep in mind like- Before travelling, research about your destination and ensure that you are knowledgeable about the area. India is a conservative country, so you must wear clothes that are respectable and do not show too much skin. Avoid walking alone at night, especially in unfamiliar areas. Always take care of your belongings and keep them with you. If you need assistance, rely on trusted people, such as hotel staff or police officers. (PC: Freepik)

Most Underrated Tourist Destinations: Jawai is an unexplored place in Rajasthan, know what is special to visit here.

Jawai is a small village in the Pali district of Rajasthan. It is about 170 kilometers from Jodhpur. Jawai is known for its tranquil environment and natural beauty. Natural beauty, unique lifestyle, and ancient culture can be enjoyed in Jawai, Rajasthan. Jawai is located in the western part of Rajasthan and offers a wonderful experience of natural lakes, mountains, and wildlife. Jawai has natural places like Jawai Bandh, Khedia, and Barak Dum where you can experience peace and tranquility. The wildlife here has large natural conservation areas, in which lion, leopard, nilgai, and other life species are found. There are many ancient temples and forts around Jawai which you get an opportunity to visit. There is also the attraction of terrestrial villages where you can experience the ancient Rajputana culture. Some famous places to visit in Jawai: Jawai Dam: This dam was built in 1957. It is a popular tourist destination and boating can be enjoyed here. Jawai Bird Sanctuary: This sanctuary was built in 1983. It is home to a variety of birds, including leopards, wolves, and wild boars. Jawai Lake: It is an artificial lake created by Jawai Dam. It is a popular tourist destination and boating can be enjoyed here. Jawai Fort: This fort was built in the 16th century. It is a popular tourist destination and offers a panoramic view of Jawai village and the surrounding area. Some good hotels and resorts to stay in Jawai: Jawai Lake Resort: This resort is situated on the banks of Jawai Lake. This is a wonderful resort and all kinds of facilities are available here. Jawai Palace: This palace was built in the 16th century. It has now been converted into a hotel. This is a historical hotel and by staying here you will feel like royalty. Jawai Haveli: This mansion was built in the 18th century. It has now been converted into a hotel. This is a traditional mansion and by staying here you will experience Rajasthani culture. How to reach Jawai: The nearest airport to Jawai is in Jodhpur. From Jodhpur to Jawai can be reached by taxi or bus. The nearest railway station to Jawai is in Falna. Falna can be reached from Jawai by taxi or bus. Jawai is well connected by road. Jawai can be reached by bus from Jaipur, Delhi, Mumbai, and other cities. The best time to visit Jawai is from October to March. In these months the weather is pleasant and there is less rainfall. (PC: GOOGLE)

Army raises helicopter unit at Jodhpur to induct Apache attack choppers in May

Army is set to receive three Apache attack helicopters in May and three more in July

Army raises first Apache attack helicopter squadron in Jodhpur near Pak border

Army raises first Apache attack helicopter squadron in Jodhpur near Pak border

Indian Army Raises 1st Apache Attack Helicopter Squadron Near Pakistan Border

In a major capability boost, the Indian Army on Friday raised its first Apache attack helicopter squadron in the desert sector in Jodhpur near the Pakistan front.

Indian Army Raises 1st Apache Attack Helicopter Squadron Near Pak Border

In a major capability boost, the Indian Army on Friday raised its first Apache attack helicopter squadron in the desert sector in Jodhpur near the Pakistan front.

Indian Army to deploy six Boeing Apache helicopters in Jodhpur near Pakistan border

India is strengthening its defenses along the Pakistan border in western Rajasthan by sending six Apache fighter helicopters from American company Boeing. These helicopters arrived in Jodhpur on Friday and will become part of a new squadron in the Army Aviation Corp. Boeing had previously provided 22 Apache helicopters of the AH-64E model to the Indian Air Force in 2020, making India one of several countries operating this advanced combat helicopter. The Apache comes with top-notch night vision technology and can be armed with missiles capable of hitting 138 targets in a minute, making it a powerful asset. A spokesperson for the defense stated, The Indian Air Force (IAF) currently has 22 AH-64Es in operation. The Army Aviation Corps has ordered a total of six AH-64Es. Obtaining these helicopters enhances India's air power capabilities, joining other countries such as the Netherlands, Egypt, Greece, Israel, South Korea, and several others that also use this aircraft. The new squadron, set to be inducted on March 15, will be stationed in Jodhpur and will have a vital role in defending against potential intrusions by the Pakistani military. The Apache AH-64E is renowned as the world's most advanced combat helicopter, boasting an advanced night vision system and the ability to arm missiles capable of targeting 138 threats in a minute. With a maximum speed of 280 km/h, this helicopter is a formidable presence in the sky. Fitted with AGM 114 Hellfire anti-tank missiles and Stinger missiles, the Apache AH-64E is equipped to handle both ground and aerial threats. The Hellfire missiles are particularly effective against armored vehicles like tanks and BMPs, while the Stinger missiles are designed to take down airborne threats. Additionally, the helicopter is equipped with Hydra-70 unguided missiles, which can efficiently target ground-based threats. How Indian Army Empowers Girls Through Launch of Sports Cos Indian Army to Showcase Indigenous Weapons in Pokhran on March 12

Indian Army raises its first Apache attack chopper squadron in Jodhpur

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Indian Army to deploy six Boeing Apache helicopters in Jodhpur along Pakistan border

India is enhancing its defense capabilities along the Pakistan border with the deployment of six Boeing Apache fighter helicopters. These helicopters, part of a new squadron in Jodhpur, will strengthen India's air power with their advanced combat capabilities, including a high-quality night vision system and the ability to hit 138 targets in a minute. The deployment underscores India's commitment to safeguarding its borders and countering potential threats.

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