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BJPs Prasann Chand Mehta wins Jodhpur mayoral election by six votes

French Rafales, MRTTs, A400Ms arrive in Jodhpur for Tarang Shakti

As part of Mission Pgase 26, the French Air and Space Force has deployed four Rafale F4 fighters, three A330 MRTT Phnix multi-role tanker transport aircraft and two A400M Atlas aircraft to Jodhpur

French Rafales, MRTTs, A400Ms arrive in Jodhpur for Tarang Shakti

As part of Mission Pgase 26, the French Air and Space Force has deployed four Rafale F4 fighters, three A330 MRTT Phnix multi-role tanker transport aircraft and two A400M Atlas aircraft to Jodhpur

How The Indian Air Force Gains From Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026

The Indian Air Force will host the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur air base from September 26 to October 11, with nearly 40 countries participating, including the US, France and Germany. The exercise will focus on interoperability, combat coordination and lessons from Operation Sindoor. It will involve fighter jets, transport aircraft and specialist units, while showcasing indigenous platforms such as Tejas, Dhruv and Prachand. Dissimilar Air Combat Training will allow pilots to practise against unfamiliar aircraft and tactics. Hosting the exercise will also give the IAF greater control over training scenarios and expose more personnel to international practices. A key highlight is the participation of the American F-35 stealth fighter, offering insights into fifth-generation capabilities, sensor fusion and stealth technology. The exercise will also inform India's planning for its Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft programme amid regional developments in stealth aviation.#TarangShakti2026 #TarangShakti #IndianAirForce #IAF #F35 #F35LightningII #USAF #Tejas #HALTejas #Dhruv #Prachand

Jodhpur Mayor poll: Prasannchand Mehta wins 53-47 against Congress candidate

BJPs Prasannchand Mehta was elected Jodhpur Mayor after securing 53 votes in the 100-member municipal corporation, defeating Congress candidate Rajendra Solanki, who received 47. Congress raised allegations about ballot secrecy and claimed BJP workers obstructed its councillors bus, though the claims were not independently verified.

Forget Jaipur or Jodhpur, Khatu Shyamji makes Sikar the top tourist destination in Rajasthan

Sikar has emerged as Rajasthan's top tourist destination in the first half of 2026, recording 1.56 crore visits between January and June. The surge was driven largely by Khatu Shyamji, which has become a major religious tourism destination in the state.

Tarang Shakti 2026: F-35s Join Rafales, Tejas as India

The second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti, the Indian Air Forces flagship multinational air exercise, begins Saturday, September 26, at Air Force Station Jodhpur and adjoining air bases in Rajasthan, running through October 12. The drill marks a significant milestone for the IAF: the first-ever participation of the US Air Forces fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II [] The post Tarang Shakti 2026: F-35s Join Rafales, Tejas as Indias Largest Multinational Air Exercise Kicks Off in Jodhpur Tomorrow appeared first on Tfipost.com .

BJP's Prasann Chand Mehta wins Jodhpur mayor poll, Sunil Kothari and Ansuya Goswami win Jaipur, Kota

In a significant development, Sunil Kothari from Bharatiya Janata Party was on Friday elected as the Mayor of Jaipur Municipal Corporation. According to the available information, BJP has got 89 votes. On the other hand, Congress got 60 votes. Voting was held in 150 wards for the Mayor election of Jaipur Municipal Corporation. The counting of votes took place on September 15. Now the councillors have voted and elected their mayor. The councillors have elected BJP's Sunil Kothari as the Mayor of Jaipur Municipal Corporation with a huge majority.

Voting Underway for Mayor Positions in Rajasthans Major Municipalities

Voting is taking place for mayoral positions in Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Kota, with results expected later today. Voting Underway for Mayor Positions in Rajasthans Major Municipalities

Jodhpur AIIMS resident doctor

Jaipur Tension continued at AIIMS Jodhpur following the death of Dr Ramnaresh Yadav, a 29-year-old resident doctor in the Department The post Jodhpur AIIMS resident doctors death sparks protest; OPD services hit, probe panel formed appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Rafale Vs F-35: India Tests Operation Sindoor Lessons In High-Stakes Air Combat Drills

India is turning Operation Sindoor into a live classroom. Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 will bring the American F-35, UAE F-16s, French Rafales and Indian Rafales, Su-30MKIs and Tejas into a complex multinational air environment at Jodhpur. This is not just an air show. It is a test of doctrine, sensors, networks, air defence, electronic warfare and interoperability. The F-35 will exercise with Indian fighters on Indian soil for the first time. The UAEs advanced F-16E/F Block 60 Desert Falcons also matter because Pakistan operates F-16s. The IAF wants to test lessons from Operation Sindoor, including intelligence-led operations, precision strikes, counter-drones and integrated air and missile defence. Japans air chief has also flown in a Tejas during Veer Guardian. Watch this India-first analysis of Tarang Shakti, Indias air war gaps, Tejas export potential and how the next conflict could be shorter, sharper and decided faster, especially for Indias future in defence exports.

Tarang Shakti: India Puts Rafale, Tejas And Su-30MKI Against US F-35s In Jodhpur

India is turning Tarang Shakti into a live air-war classroom. At Jodhpur, the IAFs Rafales, Tejas and Su-30MKIs will operate alongside Americas F-35 stealth fighters and the UAEs advanced F-16s. This is the first time the F-35 will share Indian airspace with Indias frontline fighters. What will India learn about stealth, contested airspace and the lessons of Operation Sindoor?Watch: https://youtu.be/2_cLDxtJzUc?si=-iAIOHREgdlI_Gud

Six firefighters injured in Jodhpur factory blaze shifted to Jaipur

AGTF recovers 2 foreign-made pistols, 36 cartridges from Jodhpur

Downpour Floods Kol Pockets, Jodhpur Park Gets Maximum Rain

Rafale, Tejas To Face F-35: India Puts Op Sindoor Lessons To Test In Live War Game Tarang Shakti

India is turning Operation Sindoor into a live classroom. Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 will bring the American F-35, UAE F-16s, French Rafales and Indian Rafales, Su-30MKIs and Tejas into a complex multinational air environment at Jodhpur. This is not just an air show. It is a test of doctrine, sensors, networks, air defence, electronic warfare and interoperability. The F-35 will exercise with Indian fighters on Indian soil for the first time. The UAEs advanced F-16E/F Block 60 Desert Falcons also matter because Pakistan operates F-16s. The IAF wants to test lessons from Operation Sindoor, including intelligence-led operations, precision strikes, counter-drones and integrated air and missile defence. Japans air chief has also flown in a Tejas during Veer Guardian. Watch this India-first analysis of Tarang Shakti, Indias air war gaps, Tejas export potential and how the next conflict could be shorter, sharper and decided faster, especially for Indias future in defence exports.

F-35 vs J-35: How America and Chinas Stealth Fighters Compare

The US F-35 and Chinas J-35 represent two fifth-generation stealth fighter programmes.As F-35s prepare to participate in Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur, heres a quick look at how the two aircraft differ, from their variants and roles to their development and available information.The F-35 comes in three variants: F-35A, F-35B and F-35C. Chinas J-35 family includes the land-based J-35A and a carrier-based variant.The F-35's three-variant structure is documented by the F-35 programme, while public information on the J-35 remains more limited. #F35 #J35 #F35vsJ35 #StealthFighter #FighterJet #TarangShakti #IndianAirForce #MilitaryAviation #DefenceNews #USvsChina

Jodhpur fire: 6 injured firefighters shifted to Jaipur via green corridor

Six firefighters injured while battling a fire at a handicraft factory in Jodhpurs Basni area were shifted to Jaipurs SMS Hospital for better treatment. Seven others remain hospitalised in Jodhpur, with three on ventilator support. Police are investigating the fire and explosion

Six Injured Firefighters Shifted To Jaipur For Better Treatment

Six of 14 firefighters injured in the Jodhpur factory blaze were shifted to SMS Hospital after their families sought specialised treatment.

F-35 Comes To India: India Gets A Look At Fifth-Gen Warfare

The F-35 is coming to Jodhpur for Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026, bringing the US fifth-generation stealth fighter into an Indian military exercise for the first time.Flying alongside Indian Rafales, Su-30MKIs and other international aircraft, the exercise gives the Indian Air Force an opportunity to study different tactics, procedures and approaches to fifth-generation air combat.So what does the F-35s presence at Tarang Shakti mean for India? And what can the IAF learn from operating around one of the worlds most advanced fighter platforms?Heres the bigger picture behind the F-35s arrival at Jodhpur.Tarang Shakti is scheduled at Jodhpur from September 26 to October 12, with around 40 countries participating or observing. #F35 #TarangShakti #TarangShakti2026 #IndianAirForce #IAF #Jodhpur #StealthFighter #FifthGenerationFighter #Rafale #Su30MKI #MilitaryAviation #DefenceNews #TOI

F-35 vs J-35: The US-China Fifth-Generation Fighter Battle Explained

The US F-35 is coming to India for Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur. But as India gets a closer look at Americas fifth-generation fighter, China is developing its own stealth fighter family: the J-35.So how do the F-35 and J-35 compare?This explainer looks at their stealth designs, variants, sensors, weapons, operational maturity and the information available about each aircraft. It also examines what the F-35s presence at Tarang Shakti could mean for Indian Air Force crews.#F35 #J35 #TarangShakti #StealthFighter #FighterJet #MilitaryAviation #IndianAirForce #DefenceNews #China #USAirForce

AIIMS Jodhpur Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 51 Posts

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur (AIIMS Jodhpur) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 51 Senior Resident posts. Eligible candidates can apply online on or before 05-10-2026. The detailed notification and online application details are available on the official website.

Fourteen injured in chemical factory explosion during firefighting in Jodhpur

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Fire erupts at Jodhpur chemical factory; 14 firefighters injured in explosion

The injured personnel were initially taken to AIIMS Jodhpur

Nick Jonas gives a glimpse of his perfect birthday week, thanks Priyanka Chopra as they steal a kiss

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Singer-actor Nick Jonas has given fans a glimpse into his perfect birthday week, and shared a series of pictures from his celebrations with wife and actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie. The Jonas Brothers star, who turned 34 on September 17, credited Priyanka for making the celebrations special. Taking to his social media account on Wednesday, Nick shared a carousel of pictures and videos from his birthday week and captioned it, A perfect birthday week thanks to my @priyankachopra. The first picture features Nick and Priyanka enjoying some time together on a golf course, with Priyanka leaning in for a kiss. Another picture shows the couple on the golf course with family enjoying a relaxed day of golfing. The carousel also includes a glimpse of Nick's birthday cake. The elaborate chocolate cake features a wooden-style Happy Birthday 34 Nick topper and is decorated with chocolate bars, cookies and marshmallows. Nick also shared a picture of daughter Malti Marie dressed in a colourful outfit and seated in a chair. Lastly, he shared a picture of him and Priyanka sharing a kiss. The birthday celebrations come days after Priyanka shared a birthday wish for Nick on his birthday. Her carousel included a picture of herself kissing Nick on the cheek. Priyanka had captioned the post as, Happy birthday to the man that makes all our dreams come true.. everyday. We love you Gaga. Nick and Priyanka's relationship has often been in the spotlight since they began dating in 2018. The couple got married in December that very year in a multi-day wedding celebration in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, which included both Hindu and Christian ceremonies. The couple embraced parenthood in 2022 with the arrival of their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, who was born via surrogacy. On the work front, Priyanka is set to return to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli's Varanasi, alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.

14 Firefighters Injured In Jodhpur Chemical Factory Blast

Jodhpur Municipal Corporation Chief Fire Officer Jalaj Ghasia said fire broke out at a handicraft factory and 10 fire tenders were immediately deployed from different fire stations.

Rajasthan civil poll results: BJP wrests stronghold seats from Congress

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) The results of the Rajasthan civic elections have highlighted varying levels of regional influence among Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress Ministers and senior leaders. The BJP retained control in several Assembly constituencies of its Ministers, securing Chairman and Vice-Chairman posts in multiple urban local bodies. In some Assembly constituencies, however, the Congress mounted a challenge and managed to secure key positions. The results have also provided a picture of the regional influence of several Congress leaders who have been active in Rajasthan politics for years. The BJP won 20 seats in the Bharatpur Municipal Corporation, which is the Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma's home city, and relied on the support of Independents to strengthen its position. The BJP also succeeded in electing Mayors in all seven municipal bodies. While the Mayoral election for the Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota Municipal Corporations is scheduled for September 25. The BJP formed boards in two of the three municipalities in the Assembly constituency. However, the BJP lost the Jhalawar Municipal Council, where both the President and Vice-President posts went to the Congress. In the Dudu Assembly constituency, the BJP failed to form boards in either municipality. In the Phagi and Dudu municipalities, both the President and Vice-President posts went to Congress and Congress-supported candidates. Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, however, is also associated with the Sanganer Assembly constituency. In the Jodhpur Lok Sabha constituency, elections were held in the municipalities of Phalodi, Bap, Balesar and Pokaran. The BJP won in Phalodi, Bap and Balesar, while the Congress won in Pokaran. The Jodhpur Municipal Corporation election results are scheduled to be announced on September 25. There are two municipalities in the Srimadhopur Assembly constituency. The BJP won in Srimadhopur, while the Congress won in Ajitgarh. In the Sangod Assembly constituency, BJP candidates won both the President and Vice-President posts in the Sangod municipality. The BJP won both the President and Vice-President posts in the Sawai Madhopur Municipal Council, located in the Sawai Madhopur Assembly constituency. The BJP won both posts in Ramganj Mandi which is constituency of Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar. The BJP captured all four municipalities in the Malpura-Todaraisingh Assembly constituency: Malpura, Diggi, Lambaharisingh and Todaraisingh. The BJP led in nine of the 12 urban local bodies in the Alwar Parliamentary constituency. The BJP also performed successfully in the constituencies associated with Jawahar Singh Bedham, Minister of State for Home Affairs; Sumit Godara, Food Minister; Avinash Gehlot, Social Justice Minister; Suresh Rawat, Water Resources Minister; Jogaram Patel, Parliamentary Affairs Minister; and Gajendra Singh Khimsar, Health Minister. The BJP did not secure the top positions in the constituencies associated with Ministers of State Vijay Singh Chaudhary, Manju Baghmar and Otaram Dewasi, Cooperation Minister Gautam Kumar Dak, Revenue Minister Hemant Meena and Chief Whip Jogeshwar Garg. Of the seven urban local bodies in Bikaner, which falls within Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal's Lok Sabha constituency, the BJP secured the President's post in four, while the Congress won two and the CPI-M one. However, the BJP did not secure the Mayoral post in the Bikaner Municipal Corporation, one of the most prominent urban local bodies in the region. The Congress won the Mayoral post, while the BJP secured the Deputy Mayor's position. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot is the Congress MLA from Sardarpura, which falls within the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation area. Of the 100 wards, the BJP won 45 and the Congress 44. Former Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot is the Congress MLA from Tonk. The Congress secured a majority in the civic body and elected its candidates as Chairman and Deputy Chairman. Elections were held in 59 of the 60 wards, with the Congress winning 32 and the BJP 19. Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra is the Congress MLA from Laxmangarh. Of the 45 wards in the Municipal Council, the Congress won 20, the BJP 15 and Independents 10. The Congress subsequently took control of the municipality. Rajasthan Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully is the Congress MLA from Alwar Rural. In Malakhera Municipality, of the 20 wards, the Congress won nine, the BJP two and independents nine.

Operation Sindoor lessons baked in to IAF's multilateral Tarang Shakti wargames

The multi-nation air exercise Tarang Shakti will take place at the Indian Air Force base in Jodhpur. Scheduled from September 26 to October 11, the exercise will involve around 40 countries. The Indian Air Force aims to integrate lessons from Operation Sindoor into training scenarios during the drills. This training will include various air operations involving advanced aircraft and combat scenarios.

Palestine Embassy questions liberation of Haifa narrative, calls for historical scrutiny

The Embassy of the State of Palestine to India has questioned the description of the 1918 Battle of Haifa as the liberation of Haifa, saying that Indian soldiers who participated in the battle were serving under British command as part of an imperial military campaign that resulted in the occupation of Palestine. In a five-page position paper titled Rewriting of IndiaPalestine history: The battle of Haifa: liberation or occupation?, the Palestinian Embassy said the terminology surrounding the battle required careful and scholarly reflection and argued that the event should be understood within the historical context of British military occupation of Palestine. The Embassy said Palestine, including Haifa, was under Ottoman rule before 1918 and that British forces defeated the Ottoman Empire during the First World War, bringing Palestine under British occupation. Indian soldiers participated in the campaign as part of the British Indian Army, under British command. It argued that describing them retrospectively as having liberated Haifa risked attributing to India a sovereign military decision that the country did not possess in 1918, when it was still under British rule. The paper pointed to contemporary British terminology, saying military and parliamentary records referred to the operations in Palestine using terms such as capture, take, fall and conquer. It also noted that following the British military campaign, Palestine was administered under the Occupied Enemy Territory Administration (OETA) until its replacement by a civil administration in July 1920. The Embassy also cited Indias own historical records, including the 2014 publication Indian War Memorials Around the World, saying it does not describe the event as the liberation of Haifa. According to the paper, the publication records that the fortified town of Haifa fell to a cavalry charge by the Jodhpur Lancers and that the 15th Imperial Service Cavalry Brigade broke through and took the town. It also referred to the Teen Murti Memorial in New Delhi, stating that the memorial was established during British colonial rule to commemorate Indian soldiers who served and died during the First World War, and was not originally intended to commemorate relations between India and Israel. The Embassy said the memorial refers to Palestine and some of its cities among the places associated with the military campaigns in which Indian soldiers served. The paper further cited official Indian records to state that 491 Indian soldiers are recorded at Ramleh War Cemetery, 109 at the Gaza and Deir el Balah War Cemeteries and 47 at the Haifa Indian Cemetery, besides soldiers commemorated at other cemeteries and memorials across historical Palestine. The Embassy questioned why Haifa had become the centre of a commemorative narrative when Indian soldiers had fought across a much wider region, including the Suez Canal, Gaza, Jerusalem, the Jordan Valley, Damascus and Aleppo. It also said the first formal Israeli public ceremony commemorating the Indian soldiers was held in 2010, nearly a century after the battle. The paper argued that Britain, rather than India, was the principal military power behind the campaign, as it financed, armed and commanded the operation. It questioned why the liberation of Haifa narrative centred on Indian soldiers while Britains role was not similarly emphasised. The Embassy also stressed that the soldiers described as Indian soldiers served in the British Indian Army and came from different regions, communities and religions across British India, whose geographical and political boundaries differed from those of the present-day Republic of India. The position paper placed the soldiers participation within the wider history of British colonial rule, noting that Indian troops were deployed in military campaigns far from their homeland. It also referred to the Rowlatt Act and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, arguing that the broader record of British rule should be considered when interpreting the role of Indian soldiers in the First World War. The Embassy cited Mahatma Gandhis opposition to the establishment of a Jewish state in Palestine at the expense of its indigenous population, including his statement that Palestine belongs to the Arabs in the same sense that England belongs to the English. It further pointed out that India voted against UN Resolution 181 in 1947, which proposed partition and allocated Haifa to the proposed Jewish state, and questioned how the 1918 battle could subsequently be presented as a foundation for India-Israel historical ties. The Embassy said describing the 1918 occupation of Haifa as a liberation raises serious questions and concerns in Palestine. It maintained that Haifa should be recognised as a Palestinian city at the time and that the battle took place in the context of the British military occupation of Palestine. At the same time, the Embassy said its position was expressed with full respect for the sacrifice and memory of Indian soldiers and for Indias sovereign right to commemorate its history and fallen soldiers. It called for historical remembrance of the Battle of Haifa to remain grounded in accuracy, balance and respect for the historical experiences of all concerned, while emphasising that the document represented the Palestinian Embassys perspective and was intended to contribute to discussion on the historical and legal questions surrounding the battle.

Remembering valour of Indian soldiers

Every 23rd September, while the worlds attention turns elsewhere, the Indian Army pauses to honour a battle fought over a century ago on distant shores. Haifa Day commemorates one of the last great cavalry charges in military history and one of Indias most overlooked contributions to world history. In the autumn of 1918, as World War I raged across Europe and the Middle East, the Mediterranean port of Haifa stood as a strategic prize. Controlled by the Ottoman Empire, it served as a crucial supply hub for Turkish and German forces retreating northward through Palestine. For British General Edmund Allenby, capturing Haifa was not merely about territory but about severing enemy supply lines and securing dominance of Allied Powers over the Mediterranean coast. The task fell to an unlikely force, the 15th (Imperial Service) Cavalry Brigade composed largely of soldiers from three Indian princely states namely Jodhpur, Mysore and Hyderabad. On the morning of 23rd September 1918, the Mysore Lancers attacked Haifa from the north while the Jodhpur Lancers advanced between Mount Carmel and the Kishon River. Despite facing entrenched Ottoman machine-gun positions and artillery fire, the Indian cavalrymen charged forward with lances and swords. In an age when warfare was rapidly mechanizing, this was a throwback to another era, horse-mounted warriors storming modern defences. The Jodhpur Lancers alone captured approximately 1,350 Ottoman and German prisoners. Haifa fell within hours. The nearby port of Acre followed soon after. Around 44 Indian soldiers paid the ultimate price and their names now inscribed at the Haifa War Cemetery.Major Dalpat Singh Shekhawat lost his life in the battle and was posthumously remembered as the Hero of Haifa for his gallantry and leadership during the Battle of Haifa. Here lies the paradox, while Israeli history textbooks now teach schoolchildren about the Indian soldiers who liberated Haifa, most Indians have never heard of this battle. The Teen Murti Memorial in New Delhi erected in 1922 to honour these soldiers, stands relatively obscure compared to monuments commemorating later wars. This amnesia reflects a broader pattern in how India remembers its military history. The contributions of Indian soldiers in World War I where over 1.3 million served, with more than 74,000 killed, remain unacknowledged in popular consciousness. Haifa is merely one chapter in a much larger untold story. Today, the 61st Cavalry Regiment which was formed after Independence by merging the Jodhpur and Mysore Lancers retains Haifa as a battle honour. Every September, ceremonies are held both in India and at the Haifa War Cemetery, where Indian diplomats and Israeli officials gather to pay tribute. In recent years, the Haifa municipality has worked to ensure that Indian soldiers contributions are included in school curricula and public memory. As Haifa Mayor Yona Yahav noted at one such ceremony, It is being corrected in our history books that Indian soldiers played a significant role in the liberation of our city. In an era when India seeks to strengthen its global partnerships and assert its historical contributions to world affairs, Haifa Day offers more than ceremonial value. It represents a bridge between civilizations, a reminder of Indian valour and a lesson in historical memory. Nations that remember their heroes inspire future generations. By commemorating Haifa Day more prominently, India can instill pride in young Indians about their ancestors global contributions. As we mark another Haifa Day, it is time to move beyond token ceremonies. Schools should include the Battle of Haifa in history curricula. Media should tell these stories more widely. The government could consider elevating Haifa Day commemorations to greater national prominence. The soldiers of Jodhpur, Mysore and Hyderabad did not fight for fame, they fought for duty. But their descendants owe them more than silence. We owe them remembrance. On 23rd September, as wreaths are laid and bugles sound at Teen Murti and Haifa, let us resolve to ensure that this forgotten chapter of Indian history finds its rightful place in our national story. Dr Arun Manhas, Director Industries & Commerce, Jammu

India To Showcase Rafale, Tejas, Su-30 at Multilateral Air Drill Tarang Shakti in Jodhpur

Seven nations, including US, France and Australia, to join the Jodhpur air exercise

US stealth fighter F-35 among global air assets to headline Exercise Tarang Shakti in Jodhpur

The Indian Air Force announced that seven foreign nationsincluding the US, France, Germany, Australia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and the UAEwill participate in the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti at Jodhpur Air Force Station from September 26 to October 12. Marking its first participation in the multilateral air exercise, the US multi-role stealth fighter F-35 will feature alongside India's Rafale, Su-30 MKI, and Tejas aircraft in joint tactical maneuvers aimed at enhancing global interoperability.

Tarang Shakti 2026: F-35, Rafale and F-16 to join Indian fighter jets in mega IAF air exercise

The Indian Air Forces (IAF) second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti will bring together air forces from eight countries for a major multilateral air exercise at Jodhpur Air Force Station from September 26 to October 12. The United States, France, Germany, Australia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will participate in the exercise, while 32 countries are expected to join as observers.

AIIMS Jodhpur Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 16 Posts

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur (AIIMS Jodhpur) has announced the Recruitment 2026 notification for 16 Senior Resident (Non DM/MCh.) posts. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 28-09-2026 at the designated venue. The detailed notification is available on the official website.

Syrma inaugurates new medical plastics and precision molding facility in Jodhpur

Syrma Johari MedTech, a Syrma SGS Technology company, inaugurated its new Medical Plastics and Precision Molding Facility in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, marking an important milestone in the company's continued expansion of its MedTech manufacturing capabilities.

F-35 Fighters Likely To Make Maiden Tarang Shakti Appearance As Over 40 Nations Head To Jodhpur

AIIMS Jodhpur Project Technical Support Recruitment 2026 - Walkin

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur (AIIMS Jodhpur) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post of Project Technical Support-I (Lab Technician cum Research Assistant). Candidates with DMLT , B.Sc can attend walkin. The Walk-in on 01-10-2026. For detailed information please visit AIIMS Jodhpur official website aiimsjodhpur.edu.in.

Returning officer clears BJP, Cong candidates for Jodhpur mayor election; Cong wins Mathania chairperson post

US F-35 jets likely to join Indias Tarang Shakti air exercise in Jodhpur

Indias second edition of Tarang Shakti, its premier multinational air exercise, will be held at Jodhpurs Air Force Station from September 26 to October 12. The US Air Forces fifth-generation F-35 fighter is likely to participate, which would mark its debut in Tarang Shakti, though the IAF has not officially confirmed the aircrafts participation. The exercise will bring multiple foreign air forces together for joint tactical manoeuvres, with Indias frontline platforms also expected to take part.

Jodhpur's export logistics gains speed with 'Furniture Express'

Furniture Express has moved over 2,100 containers from Jodhpur to Mundra Port through 36 trains, helping Rajasthan exporters cut logistics costs and improve container availability

'Exercise Tarang Shakti is back': IAF announces resumption of multinational air exercise

Jodhpur will host India's renowned multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti, gathering global air forces for collaborative aerial operations and tactical training. Building on the momentum from the India-Japan air combat exercise Veer Guardian, this event will facilitate the exchange of operational practices and execution of intricate aerial missions. The primary objective is to enhance interoperability and deepen understanding of various operational protocols.

Two Alleged Shooters Linked to Lawrence Gang Arrested in Jodhpur Operation

Rajasthan Anti-Gangster Task Force arrests two shooters linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang in Jodhpur, targeting a local businessman. Two Alleged Shooters Linked to Lawrence Gang Arrested in Jodhpur Operation

Jodhpur operation: Two alleged Lawrence gang shooters arrested by AGTF

The arrested accused have been identified as Jaskaran Singh alias Karan, Sunny and Katta, a resident of Harsingh Raynagar in Fazilka, and Rajinder alias Billa, a resident of Baluana in Abohar

In a first, Japanese fighter planes operate from Indian soil

JODHPUR: Japanese fighter aircraft operating from Indian soil for the first time marks a major milestone in defence cooperation between India and Japan, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said here on Sunday during an ongoing bilateral air exercise. The exercise, being held at Air Force Station, Jodhpur from September 9-22, involves Indian Air Force []

AGTF arrests 2 Lawrence-Arzoo gang sharpshooters in Jodhpur

Japan's air chief takes sortie in Tejas, hails it as 'truly invaluable experience' | WATCH

Japanese Air Force chief General Takehiro Morita on Sunday undertook a sortie in India's indigenously developed Tejas fighter aircraft during the bilateral aerial exercise 'Veer Guardian' in Rajasthan's Jodhpur. General Morita, the Chief of Staff of...

India, Japan Air Chiefs Fly Tejas Together As F-2A, Rafale, Su-30MKI Flex Air Power At China

India and Japan have taken their defence partnership into the cockpit. Their air chiefs flew Tejas fighters at Jodhpur during Exercise Veer Guardian 2026. Japans F-2A jets are operating alongside Indias Rafale, Su-30MKI and indigenous Tejas. It is the first Japanese fighter deployment to India. The message is clear. This is not just a ceremonial visit. It is a test of tactical coordination, communication and professional trust. The F-2A was developed by Japan with American support, while Tejas represents Indias own aerospace ambitions. Their differences make the exercise more useful. Both air forces can learn how another partner plans missions, manages safety and operates in unfamiliar airspace. The wider message is aimed at the Indo-Pacific. China is becoming more assertive. India and Japan may not name Beijing, but their military cooperation speaks loudly. Shreya Chandra gives a full India-first breakdown of Veer Guardian 2026 and its strategic impact ahead of the next crisis.

Japanese fighter planes operate from Indian soil for first time

Jodhpur: Japanese fighter aircraft operating from Indian soil for the first time marks a major milestone in defence cooperation between India and Japan, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said here on Sunday during an ongoing bilateral air exercise. The exercise, being held at Air Force Station, Jodhpur from September 9-22, involves Indian Air Force 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 .

Japanese fighter aircraft operate from Indian soil for the first time

Japanese fighter aircraft operating from Indian soil for the first time marks a major milestone in defence cooperation between India and Japan, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh said here on Sunday during an ongoing bilateral air exercise. The exercise, being held at Air Force Station, Jodhpur from September 9-22, involves Indian Air Force frontline aircraft, including the indigenous Tejas, Su-30MKI and Rafale, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force's F-2A fighters. Japanese Air Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita said the deployment of Japanese fighters to India had taken defence cooperation beyond simply conducting exercises and demonstrated the ability to deploy air assets across the Indo-Pacific region. The Japanese air chief flew a Tejas jet with a pilot, while Air Chief Marshall Singh flew solo on a Tejas jet as part of their sorties under the Indo-Japan bilateral air exercise, Veer Guardian-2026. In a gesture of mutual respect and partnership, the two air force chi

Powerful symbol of trust, confidence and friendship: Japans Air Chief soars in Tejas

Digital Desk | Jodhpur, Sep 20 (IANS) Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita said his flight in India's indigenous fighter aircraft, Tejas, is not only a valuable experience but also a powerful symbol of trust, confidence, and friendship. The Air Chief made the remarks at the second edition of the bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the JASDF, Exercise Veer Guardian-2026, which is being conducted at Air Force Station Jodhpur. Indian Air Force Chief Air Marshal A.P. Singh and General Morita flew in the Tejas, showcasing the growing defence and aerial cooperation between the two countries. I will remember it not only as a truly valuable experience, but also as a powerful symbol of trust, confidence, and friendship, General Takehiro Morita said while speaking during the joint press interaction. Our partnership has progressed beyond simply conducting exercises together to refine our tactical capabilities at a practical level. Through increasingly sophisticated training, our two air forces have advanced our cooperation. These efforts strengthen our capability to contribute to peace and stability, and over time help strengthen regional deterrents. Japan and India share that common vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific, he added. He further said that the sophistication of the bilateral exercises reflects both the maturity of the partnership and shared commitment to peace and stability in the region. The range of activities includes exercises, exchanges at every level from senior leadership to subject matter experts and possibly co-operation in the space domain. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh welcomed General Morita and his contingent to India. Speaking about the partnership between the two Air Forces, the CAS said: It is a partnership built on mutual respect, professional trust, and shared commitment to peace and stability; And India and Japan share a vision of a free, open and rule-based Indo-Pacific. He further added that the synergy achieved by both Air Forces was akin to Kizuna. Kizuna means the enduring bonds between people, close relationships forged through mutual trust and support. He described it as A bond that grows stronger through shared experiences, mutual respect, and collaboration. While mentioning General Morita's sortie in the Tejas formation, the CAS said: I will say that the defence aviation industry and R&D are now set to hit much higher heights. He further described it as a very clear example of how much faith and trust you have in the homegrown Indian aircraft.

Tejas takes centre stage as India, Japan air chiefs fly sortie

Indian Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita took off from Air Force Station Jodhpur in Tejas aircraft on Sunday during the ongoing Indo-Japan bilateral air exercise 'Veer Guardian-2026'.

India, Japan Air Force Chiefs fly the Tejas during Exercise 'Veer Guardian-2026' in Jodhpur

Indian Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and Japan Air Self-Defence Force Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita flew Tejas aircraft from Air Force Station Jodhpur during Exercise Veer Guardian-2026 on Sunday. The bilateral drill features frontline fighter aircraft from both countries, including Tejas, Su-30MKI and Rafale jets from India and F-2A fighters from Japan, with the exercise aimed at strengthening interoperability and defence cooperation.

Watch: IAF chief A.P. Singh welcomes JASDF chief Gen Takehiro Morita in Jodhpur

IAF chief A P Singh welcomed JASDF chief Gen Takehiro Morita in Jodhpur as India-Japan air exercise Veer Guardian 2026 continues.

India, Japan air chiefs attend 'Exercise Veer Guardian-2026' at Jodhpur Air Force Station

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and JASDF Chief of Staff General Takehiro Morita visited Jodhpur's Air Force Station on Sunday to witness the ongoing Veer Guardian-2026 drills. India fields Tejas, Su-30MKI and Rafale jets, while Japan brings F-2As, marking its first fighter deployment to India. Running through September 22, the exercise aims to boost interoperability and deepen Indo-Japan defence ties.

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Japanese airmen participating in the bilateral combat exercise Veer Guardian 2026 in Jodhpur have praised Indian Air Force personnel as very approachable while sharing their experiences of joint training, yoga and Indian food. The bilateral air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) is underway at the Air [] The post Japanese Airmen Praise Yoga, Indian Curry During Veer Guardian 2026 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Jodhpur Mayor election: BJP names Mehta; Congress fields Solanki

Digital Desk | Jodhpur, Sep 19 (IANS) The BJP has named Prasan Chand Mehta as its candidate for the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation mayoral election while the Congress has named Rajendra Solanki as its mayoral candidate. Mehta arrived at the Municipal Corporation around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday to file his nomination papers. City MLA Atul Bhansali, Sursagar MLA Devendra Joshi and several other party office-bearers accompanied him during the nomination process. Mehta comes from an RSS background and has held several organisational positions in the BJP, including district president and state vice-president. He is also considered close to Assam Governor Gulabchand Kataria. Mehta won the municipal election from Ward 82, defeating Congress candidate Arvind Parihar. His candidature was finalised after consultations within the BJP. After Mehtas name was announced, BJP Divisional In-charge Bhupendra Saini performed a tilak ceremony. Mehta had left Balotra at around 10:15 a.m. before travelling to Jodhpur for the nomination. Sursagar MLA Devendra Joshi said Mehta had served the organisation for several years and expressed confidence in the BJP's ability to secure the mayoral post. Mehta said his focus would be on addressing key civic issues, including sanitation, street lighting, roads and water supply. The Congress' mayoral candidate Rajendra Solanki is a close associate of former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and, notably, did not contest the recent municipal election as a councillor. Before finalising its candidate, the Congress had collected nomination forms for multiple candidates. Rajendra Solanki had said at that time that the party would support the candidate who emerges through consensus. Congress councillor and mayoral aspirant Naresh Joshi also reached the Municipal Corporation during the nomination process. In a notable moment, Joshi touched the feet of BJP MLA Devendra Joshi after seeing him at the venue. Meanwhile, Congress rebel leader Liyaqat Ali Rangrez rejoined the party ahead of the nomination process. Jodhpur City District Congress President Omkar Verma and former MLA Manisha Panwar were present when Rangrez returned to the party fold. A nomination form was also collected on behalf of the family of Saraswati Prajapat of Ward 51. A family member who collected the form indicated that either Saraswati Prajapat or her father could file the nomination. The Jodhpur Municipal Corporation has 100 wards. Following the result of the Ward 50 re-poll, the BJP has 45 councillors while Congress has 44. The remaining 11 seats are held by independents and the RLP. The majority mark is 51. The closely divided house has made the support of councillors outside the two major parties significant to the formation of the municipal board and the mayoral election. The BJP and Congress have been engaged in efforts to consolidate support ahead of the mayoral contest, with both sides seeking to secure the numbers required to establish control of the corporation.

Sunil Kothari named BJPs Jaipur mayoral candidate

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 19 (IANS) The BJP has named Sunil Kothari as its candidate for the Jaipur Municipal Corporation mayoral election. His candidature was finalised following consultations at the Chief Ministers Residence (CMR). Meanwhile, the Congress has asked Sunita Mawar, councillor from Ward 118, and Bharat Meghwal, councillor from Ward 84, to remain prepared to file their nomination papers. On Friday, BJP councillors were asked to indicate their preferences for the mayoral candidate. Each councillor was asked to submit three names in order of preference. Later in the evening, the councillors were shifted to The Surya Golden Palace hotel in Pushkar. Following the finalisation of his candidature, Sunil Kothari was brought back to Jaipur from the group. Earlier, after the BJP had sought the preferences of its Jaipur councillors before finalising its mayoral candidate, among the names discussed within the party were Sunil Kothari, Puneet Karnawat and Subhash Singhi. Kothari represents Ward 112 and has previously served as the BJP's Jaipur city president. He has also held several organisational responsibilities in the party. Puneet Karnawat, the outgoing deputy mayor, represents Ward 76 and was also among the names under consideration. Subhash Singhi, who won from Ward 98, was another contender. The selection process also involved discussions over the community representation of the mayoral candidate. Party leaders and councillors considered several factors, including the views of elected representatives, seniority and organisational experience. There was also discussion within the party about choosing a candidate from the Vaishya community for Jaipur. Kothari emerged as a prominent contender during these deliberations. Some city MLAs were reportedly supporting Subhash Singhi, while Karnawat's name was also being considered. With the BJP having selected a Jain community candidate in Udaipur, and both contenders in Jodhpur reportedly belonging to the Jain community, there was also discussion about choosing a candidate from a different community for Jaipur. Kothari's candidature was ultimately finalised by the BJP following consultations at the Chief Minister's Residence.

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BJP claims majority in Jodhpur municipal body with independents support

EC announces mayoral elections in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota Municipal Corporations, check schedule

The Rajasthan State Election Commission on Friday issued the full schedule for the Mayoral elections in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota Municipal Corporations and the Chairperson of Suket Municipality, with polling to be held on September 25.

Rajasthan to hold mayoral polls in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota on Sept 25

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Jaipur youth dies of electrocution at Devdham Jodhpuria Lakkhi Mela, 3 women injured

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 17 (IANS) A 20-year-old youth from Jaipur died after being electrocuted during the ongoing Lakkhi Mela at Devdham Jodhpuria in Tonk district. The incident took place on Wednesday night. Three women were also injured after an electric current reportedly passed through the steel railing near the temples main gate. The incident triggered panic among devotees gathered at the fair. The injured were taken to the Sub-District Hospital in Niwai for treatment. According to the information available, an electric current suddenly surged through the steel railing near the temples main entrance. Piyush Gurjar, 20, came into contact with the electrified railing and suffered a severe electric shock. Despite efforts to save him, Piyush died in the incident. The injured women have been identified as Manju Devi, 33, wife of Puran Gurjar of Dhani Narayanpur Dungri in Kotputli district, and Bina Devi, 34, wife of Badri Prasad Gurjar of Ajpura under Narayanpur police station in Kotputli district. Both women are undergoing treatment at the Sub-District Hospital in Niwai. Police and administrative officials reached the hospital and gathered information about the incident from the injured. A 17-year-old girl, Manish Gurjar, a resident of Mankot under Thanagazi police station, was also injured after coming into contact with the electric current. After receiving first aid, she was referred to Jaipur in view of her critical condition. The deceased, Piyush Gurjar, was the son of Bhanwar Singh Gurjar and a resident of Top Khana, Indira Bazar, Jaipur. After receiving information about the incident, personnel from Sadar police station reached the Sub-District Hospital. Police placed Piyushs body in the mortuary and began efforts to contact his family. A large number of devotees had gathered at Devdham Jodhpuria for the Lakkhi Mela when the incident occurred. The heavy crowd reportedly made it difficult for the ambulance to reach the injured and transport them to the hospital. The incident briefly created panic among devotees at the fair. An investigation is underway to determine how the steel railing became electrified and what caused the current to pass through it. Meanwhile, former CM Ashok Gehlot has expressed his condolences over the accident.

Jodhpur Municipal Corporation Results: BJP wins Ward 50 after re-polling, edges Congress 45-44

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Hemaram Choudhary emerged victorious in Ward No. 50 of the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation following the re-polling. With the Ward 50 result now declared, the final tally for all 100 wards...

Rajasthan urban body polls: Repolling begins in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota and Suket

According to the poll panel, complaints of technical glitches in EVMs at these polling stations were received during counting

Jodhpur civic board race turns into Gehlot-Shekhawat influence battle

Udaipur Files : Accused Gets Bail from High Court After Seven Months in Jail

Udaipur: The accused in the much-discussed alleged video case, known as the Udaipur Files and linked to a BJP woman leader, has been granted bail by the Jodhpur High Court. A bench of Justice Sandeep Shah ordered the accused to be released on a personal bond of 50,000 and two sureties of 25,000 each. The ... Read more Udaipur Files : Accused Gets Bail from High Court After Seven Months in Jail

Raj civic polls: Re-Polling ordered at 10 polling stations in Jaipur, Kota and Suket

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 15 (IANS) The Rajasthan State Election Commission on Tuesday ordered re-polling at 10 polling stations across Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota and Suket after technical malfunctions in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) were detected during the counting process for the recent civic body polls in the state. The re-poll has been ordered after the Commission found that the number of votes not recorded due to the technical glitches was greater than the margin separating the leading candidate from the runner-up at the affected polling stations. Re-polling will be conducted on Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., with counting of the fresh votes scheduled for September 17 from 8 a.m. at the designated counting centres. The State Election Commission has identified the following polling stations for re-polling: Jaipur Municipal Corporation: Ward 9, Booth 111; Ward 18, Booth 235; Ward 25, Booth 343; Ward 34, Booths 477 and 484. Jodhpur Municipal Corporation: Ward 50, Booth 338. Kota Municipal Corporation: Ward 87, Booth 99; Ward 44, Booth 448; Ward 11, Booth 576. Suket Municipality: Ward 4, Booth 5. The Commission said complaints regarding EVM malfunctions were received during the counting process. Reports submitted by the concerned District Election Officers and Returning Officers were subsequently examined. Following the assessment, the Commission concluded that the votes affected by the technical problems could potentially alter the poll outcome in the concerned political contests. Since the number of unrecorded votes exceeded the victory margin, the Commission decided that a fresh poll was necessary. Voting at the affected polling stations will take place on Wednesday between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. The counting of votes cast during the re-poll will be conducted on Thursday from 8 a.m. at the designated locations. The Commission has directed election officials to inform all contesting candidates and their election agents in writing about the re-poll date, timing and polling station. Public announcements and notices will also be issued to ensure that eligible voters are aware of the revised polling arrangements. Notices will be displayed at the concerned municipality offices, polling stations and other prominent locations within the respective constituencies. The Commission has clarified that only voters who were authorised to vote in the original poll will be permitted to participate in the re-poll. The indelible ink mark applied during the original polling will not be considered for the purpose of the re-poll. A fresh indelible ink mark will be applied to the middle finger of the left hand, extending from the base of the nail to the first joint. The Commission has also directed that fresh ballot papers and tendered ballot papers, wherever required for use alongside the EVM process, be prepared. Following the re-poll, the EVMs used during the original polling will be sealed and kept in safe custody, as directed by the State Election Commission. The Commission has instructed all concerned officials to complete the necessary logistical, security and administrative arrangements in advance to ensure that the re-poll is conducted smoothly and in accordance with the prescribed procedures. With the re-poll scheduled just a day after the Commission's order, the results from these 10 polling stations could prove significant in determining the final outcome of the affected ward contests.

Rajasthan civic poll results offer grassroots reality check for political heavyweights

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 15 (IANS) The results of Rajasthans 309 urban local bodies have delivered more than a verdict on municipal boards. They present a grassroots audit of the states political heavyweights, from Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and former CM Vasundhara Raje to Congress veterans Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot. The BJP emerged ahead in the overall civic contest, winning more wards and securing clear majorities in more urban local bodies. And the Congress party remained second, but within striking distance. The BJP polled 35.30 per cent, compared with 34.36 per cent for the Congress, a difference of just 0.94 percentage points. That narrow vote-share gap makes the ward-level results particularly significant. For some leaders, their traditional political turf held firm. For others, their parties stumbled in their own wards or at their own polling booths. And in several cases, the results revealed an important distinction: a leaders personal political influence does not always translate into uniform party performance across the surrounding area. With the 2028 Assembly elections still ahead, these municipal results offer an early and unusually granular report card. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma can take comfort from the BJPs performance. For the Chief Minister, the results broadly indicate that the BJPs organisational machinery remains strong around his core political territory. The narrow overall vote-share gap, however, suggests that the BJPs advantage cannot simply be attributed to a uniform wave across urban Rajasthan. For Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Colonel Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, the result was uncomfortable. The BJP lost Ward 28 of the Jhotwara constituency, with the Congress candidate emerging victorious. Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma also faced a more difficult outcome. Former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje remains one of the most consequential political figures in Rajasthan, and the results from Jhalawar therefore carry particular weight. The BJP candidate won Ward 5 of the Jhalawar Municipal Council unopposed. Yet the larger council result was far less comfortable for the party. The Congress won 29 seats, surprising the BJP in a council where the party had previously held the board. The contrast is revealing: a BJP victory in Rajes immediate ward coexisted with a significant Congress' performance across the municipal council. That makes Jhalawar one of the more interesting indicators of how much of Rajes traditional political influence continues to translate into broader BJP dominance. Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari voted at the booth located at the City Palace in Ward 141, where the BJP candidate won. In the Vidyadhar Nagar Assembly constituency, the BJP secured 12 of the 22 seats, with results for two seats pending. The numbers point towards a strong BJP position in the constituency, although the local-body verdict is not necessarily a direct measure of Assembly-level voting behaviour. Rural Development Minister Dr Kirodi Lal Meena also has reason to claim a favourable result. The BJP secured an absolute majority in the Sawai Madhopur Council. Meena campaigned for two days during the election period despite being unwell. His own vote, however, is registered in a panchayat area, making the municipal result a measure of the partys organisational performance rather than a direct test of his personal vote. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani saw the BJP win his own Ward 37, including the booth where he voted. But the broader Ajmer picture was less favourable. The BJP failed to secure a majority in the Ajmer Municipal Corporation, while the Congress emerged successful. The contrast between a BJP victory in Devnanis own ward and the absence of a clear majority for the party in the corporation underscores one of the central themes of these elections: individual strongholds do not necessarily translate into citywide control. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot faced an embarrassing local setback when the BJP defeated Congress in his home Ward 88. Yet the larger Jodhpur picture remains far more balanced. With the BJP and Congress locked in an even contest in the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation, Gehlots local defeat cannot be read as a wholesale collapse of Congress influence in the city. Instead, Jodhpur offers a more complicated political picture: the Congress lost in Gehlots own ward but remains competitive across the corporation. Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra votes in a panchayat area, so his own booth does not provide a direct municipal test. But the Congress' performance in his residential area of Sikar was strong. The partys victory in Sikar provides Dotasra with an important political counterpoint to the BJPs broader urban gains and indicates that the Congress still retains pockets of organisational strength. Congress MLA Pramod Jain Bhaya faced an uncomfortable result in his residential Ward 34 in Baran. The party finished third, while an AAP candidate won the seat. Bhayas own vote is registered in a rural area, so the ward result should not be treated as a direct referendum on his Assembly constituency. Nevertheless, the Congress third-place finish in the area where he resides is a politically significant warning sign. Former Minister B.D. Kalla saw a more favourable result. The Congress led at the Mahesh Sadan polling booth, and its candidate Sarita Vyas won the ward. The result offers some evidence of continued Congress strength in Kallas traditional political territory. The most revealing aspect of Rajasthans civic verdict may not be the number of wards won by either party. It is the mismatch between personal strongholds and wider party performance. A BJP minister can lose his own ward while the party performs strongly across the surrounding area. A former chief minister can lose his home ward while his party remains competitive across the city. A leader can retain his own booth even as his party struggles to secure a majority in the larger municipal corporation. That is the political story emerging from these results. The elections show that Rajasthans urban electorate is not moving in a single direction. The BJP has the numerical advantage, but Congress remains close enough in vote share to keep the contest alive. For the BJP, the challenge is to turn its seat advantage into durable political control. For Congress, the opportunity lies in converting its near-parity in votes into victories in closely fought local contests. And for Rajasthans political heavyweights, the message is even more immediate: A stronghold may still be a stronghold, but voters are increasingly distinguishing between the leader, the party and the local candidate. That distinction could matter enormously when Rajasthan returns to the larger political battlefield in 2028.

Raj civic poll results: BJP retains top spot; lesser vote share gap with Cong sends notice

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 15 (IANS) The BJP may have emerged as the larger winner in Rajasthans urban local body elections, but the numbers tell a more complicated political story. With the BJP securing 35.30 per cent of the vote against 34.36 per cent for Congress, the gap between the two principal parties is just 0.94 percentage points, a margin too narrow to ignore ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections. On the surface, the Rajasthan civic election results appear to favour the BJP. It has won more seats and secured clear majorities in more urban local bodies than Congress. But beneath that headline result lies a political contest that is far tighter than the seat tally suggests. The narrow gap in voting percentage is perhaps the most politically significant number to emerge from the elections. The results were expected to provide an early indication of Rajasthans urban political mood ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections. Instead, they have produced a mixed verdict: the BJP has the organisational and seat advantage, but the Congress remains firmly in the contest in terms of popular support. And then there is the third force, the Independents. Independent candidates collectively secured 27.47 per cent of the vote, underlining the extent to which local political equations remain fragmented and candidate-driven. The RLP secured 0.95 per cent, AAP 0.47 per cent, CPI(M) 0.32 per cent, BSP 0.29 per cent, and BAP 0.13 per cent vote share. The numbers suggest that Rajasthans urban electorate has not consolidated completely behind either of the two major parties. The BJP secured a clear majority in 85 civic bodies, compared with 45 for the Congress party. Independents and other parties crossed the majority mark in another 34 bodies. That leaves 145 of Rajasthans 309 urban local bodies without a clear majority. This is where the election moves from a simple winner-loser contest into a political bargaining exercise. In these 145 bodies, Independents could determine who controls the municipal boards. The BJP and Congress now face the same challenge: turning electoral leads into political majorities. For both parties, the scramble for Independents is not merely about municipal boards. It is also about demonstrating political momentum. For the BJP, the task is to ensure that its advantage in seats translates into control on the ground. For Congress, the opportunity is to convert its narrow vote-share deficit into political gains wherever the BJP lacks the numbers to govern on its own. The battle after the election could therefore prove almost as important as the battle during it. The contest becomes particularly significant in the municipal corporations. Of Rajasthans 10 municipal corporations, the BJP has secured clear majorities in Jaipur, Kota, Udaipur and Bhilwara, while Congress has a majority in Bikaner. But five corporations remain politically unsettled: Bharatpur, Pali, Alwar, Ajmer and Jodhpur. Jodhpur is the clearest example of the new political arithmetic. The BJP and Congress have 44 councillors each, leaving Independents in a potentially decisive position. The message from Jodhpur is stark: neither major party can take control for granted. Bharatpur presents another test, with Independents positioned to influence the formation of the board. In Alwar, the BJP has the advantage but falls short of a majority. In Ajmer and Pali, Congress is ahead but still needs additional support. These contests could become early laboratories for the political strategies the two parties take for the 2028 Assembly election. The political significance of the results extends well beyond the municipal corporations. There is no clear BJP or Congress majority in 18 municipal councils and 122 municipalities. That means the Independent councillor has emerged as one of the most important political actors in Rajasthans post-election landscape. For the BJP, winning over Independents will be critical to consolidating its seat advantage. For the Congress, these same councillors offer an opportunity to challenge the BJP dominance in closely fought bodies. The coming days could therefore see intense negotiations, outreach and realignment at the local level. The question is not simply who won the most seats. It is who can assemble the numbers to govern. These civic elections were conducted against the backdrop of the One State-One Election concept, but their political implications go far beyond municipal administration. The BJP can point to its larger seat tally and stronger performance across several major urban centres. Congress, however, can point to a vote share of only 0.94 percentage points behind the ruling party. If the BJP succeeds in converting its leads into stable civic administrations, it will strengthen its claim that its organisational machinery remains dominant in Rajasthans urban centres. If the Congress manages to capture boards in a significant number of hung bodies by bringing Independents into its camp, it could present the results as evidence that the BJPs electoral advantage is narrower than the seat count suggests. The Independent councillor, meanwhile, could become the unlikely protagonist of this political contest. For now, the Rajasthan civic verdict has delivered neither a decisive BJP sweep nor a Congress revival. It has produced something more politically interesting: a BJP advantage, a closely trailing Congress, and 145 civic bodies where the final winner is yet to be determined. And with 2028 on the horizon, Rajasthans municipal arithmetic may prove to be an early warning -- or an early opportunity -- for both sides.

Jodhpur Stalemate: BJP, Cong tied at 44 each; mayors race hinges on independents

Raj civic poll results: BJP to appoint Mayors in Jaipur, Udaipur, Bhilwara and Kota; Congress wins Bikaner

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 14 (IANS) The results of elections to 10 municipal corporations in Rajasthan were declared on Monday. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a majority in Jaipur, Udaipur, Bhilwara and Kota, while Congress secured a clear majority in Bikaner. Independent candidates are set to play a crucial role in board formation in Pali, Ajmer, Bharatpur and Jodhpur. Congress emerged as the largest party in Pali and Ajmer, while the BJP was the single-largest party in Alwar. Jodhpur witnessed a close contest between Congress and the BJP, while Independents emerged as the largest group in Bharatpur. Results for four wards in Jaipur and one ward in Jodhpur have been withheld due to re-polling. The results for these wards will be declared after the re-poll. Congress candidate Gazanfar Ali registered Rajasthan's biggest victory in Jaipur, winning Ward number 113 by a margin of 10,014 votes. In the high-profile Ward number 112, BJP candidate and former Jaipur Mayor Jyoti Khandelwal lost the election. Former state BJP spokesperson Vimal Katiyar also lost from Ward number 35 by 1,461 votes. Congress city district president Omkar Verma lost from Ward number 42 by 279 votes. In Ward number 51, 21-year-old Congress candidate Saraswati Prajapat won the election. Meanwhile, national-level football player and BJP candidate Vikas Raghwani won from Ward number 28. In Ward number 99, BJP candidate Nikita defeated former Congress Mayor Kunti Deora. Hitanshi Sharma, the daughter-in-law of the brother of former Union Minister Girija Vyas, won from Ward number 73. Poonam Kunwar, the wife of Udaipur city Congress president Fateh Singh Rathore, won from Ward number 17. Atul Chandaliya and Akash Vagrecha, brothers of the sons-in-law of Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, won from Ward numbers 78 and 5, respectively. Results for 99 of the 100 wards in the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation have been declared. Congress and the BJP have won 44 seats each. Independents secured 10 seats, while one seat went to a candidate from the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP). The result for one ward has been withheld and will be declared after a re-poll at one of the booths. With Congress and the BJP tied at 44 seats each, Independent Councillors are likely to play a decisive role in the race for the Mayor's post. Following the Rajasthan civic body results, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and State BJP President Madan Rathore celebrated with party workers at the state BJP office. Supporters of Independent candidate Vikram Singh, who won from Ward number 29 in Jaipur, also celebrated his victory. BJP candidate Sunil Kothari's supporters celebrated his victory from Ward number 112 of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot accused the BJP government of using police pressure to influence Congress and Independent Councillors following the civic body poll results. Gehlot on social media platform X said that the BJP, attled by its defeat in the urban body elections, was allegedly attempting to influence Independent and Congress Councillors in Jodhpur and Alwar to secure Mayoral posts. He also alleged that the BJP was misusing the police to achieve this. State BJP President Madan Rathore described the election results as public approval of the state government's development work. He said the BJP had received wo-and-a-half to three times more support than last time and claimed that the party had achieved 90 per cent success in the municipal corporations. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma also termed the civic poll results an endorsement of the state government's work over the past two-and-a-half years under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. He dedicated the victory to the people and BJP workers. Re-polling will be held at five polling booths in the Jaipur Municipal Corporation area following technical malfunctions in EVMs. The booths are Number 111 in Ward number 9, Number 235 in Ward number 18, Number 343 in Ward number 25, and Booth numbers 477 and 484 in Ward number 34. The votes from these booths could not be counted due to the technical problems. The re-poll will determine the final results in the affected wards. Results for Rajasthan's 47 municipal councils and 252 municipalities were also declared on Monday. The results will determine the political balance in the state's urban local bodies, followed by contests for the posts of Chairpersons and Presidents. Key results from Bikaner, Kota, Udaipur, Alwar, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Pali and Bhilwara have emerged as important indicators of the political strength of the BJP, Congress and Independent candidates across Rajasthan.

Raj civic polls: Re-polling ordered at some polling stations in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 14 (IANS) The Rajasthan State Election Commission on Monday ordered re-polling at select polling stations in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota and Suket following technical malfunctions in electronic voting machines (EVMs) during the concluded urban civic body elections in the state. According to the Commission, re-polling will be held at Jaipur Municipal Corporation: Ward No. 9, Booth No. 111; Ward No. 18, Booth No. 235; Ward No. 25, Booth No. 343; Ward No. 34, Booth Nos. 477 and 484, Jodhpur Municipal Corporation: Ward No. 50, Booth No. 338, Kota Municipal Corporation: Ward No. 87, Booth No. 99; Ward No. 44, Booth No. 448; Ward No. 11, Booth No. 576 and Suket Municipality: Ward No. 4 and Booth No. 5. The Commission received complaints regarding technical malfunctions in EVMs at these polling stations. After examining reports submitted by the respective District Election Officers and Returning Officers, the Commission found that the number of votes potentially affected by the technical malfunction exceeded the margin between the closest rival candidates. The Commission therefore decided to order re-polling at these stations. As per the Commission's directives, re-polling will be conducted on September 16 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Counting of votes polled during the re-poll will take place on September 17 from 8 a.m. at the designated counting centre. Information regarding the date, time and polling station for the re-poll will be communicated in writing to the contesting candidates and their election agents. Voters will also be informed through extensive publicity. Notices will be displayed at the concerned municipality offices, polling stations and other prominent locations within the respective Assembly constituencies. The Commission has clarified that only voters whose names appear on the electoral roll of the concerned polling station will be eligible to vote in the re-poll. Fresh indelible ink will be applied during the re-poll after removing the ink mark placed on the voter's left-hand middle finger during the original polling. The fresh mark will be applied from the base of the nail to the first joint of the finger. If required, ballot papers and tendered ballot papers to be used in connection with the EVMs will be prepared afresh. The Commission has also directed that the EVMs used during the original polling be sealed and kept in safe custody following the re-poll. The State Election Commission has instructed the concerned officials to ensure that all necessary arrangements for the re-poll are completed in a timely manner.

Sikar civic poll: Clash erupts after Congress victory; stone-pelting reported in Ward 17

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 14 (IANS) Tensions erupted in Sikar shortly after the municipal election results were announced, with supporters of the Congress and an Independent candidate clashing in Ward 17. The Congress emerged as the largest party in the Sikar municipal elections, winning 38 of the 65 wards and securing a clear majority. The BJP won 22 wards, while Independents secured 4 seats and the RLP won 1 ward. The result in Ward 17 was particularly significant as Congress candidate Tasleem defeated Independent candidate Arshin to win the ward. However, a confrontation ensued soon after the results were announced, with stone-pelting between the two groups, leaving several people injured. Police reached the spot after receiving information about the clash and detained several people in connection with the incident. The situation was brought under control, and further action is being taken. The Congress' strong performance gives it a clear advantage in the formation of the municipal board. However, the post-result violence in Ward 17 has raised concerns over tensions between rival groups following the election. Police are monitoring the situation in the area to prevent any further escalation. Meanwhile, in Jodhpur, vote counting for a seat in Ward No. 50 was halted after a technical glitch was reported in an EVM at a polling booth. Following the issue, the Returning Officer sought guidance from the State Election Commission. A decision on the next course of action will be taken after receiving the Commission's directions. A re-poll at the affected booth is likely. For now, counting for the seat has been put on hold by election officials. District Election Officer and District Collector Sandesh Nayak said vote counting in Jaipur was conducted across 2,254 polling booths covering 150 wards. More than 5,000 candidate agents were present during the counting process, which was completed in 302 rounds. So far, the BJP has secured 66 seats, Congress 43, while Independent candidates have won 13 seats.

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Rajasthan Municipal Election Result 2026 Live: BJP vs Congress, who is winning where?

Rajasthan Election Result 2026 Live: Counting for urban local body elections began at 8 am on Monday across the state. The BJP has taken an early lead over Congress in the initial declared wards, while results from major cities including Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota are being closely watched. The outcome will be a key test for the Bhajan Lal Sharma government and Congress's state organisation ahead of the 2028 Assembly elections.

Jodhpur Municipal Corporation Election Results LIVE: Counting of votes to begin shortly

The Jodhpur Municipal Corporation election in Rajasthan was held on September 11, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress and independent candidates putting up a strong fight to take control of the city's civic administration. Vote counting will begin at 8 am today. A total of 71.95 per cent of voters in Jodhpur exercised their right to vote. In terms of votes, 512,410 people cast their votes out of a total of 712,164 voters.

BJP alleges polling staff member touched Gehlots feet at Jodhpur booth

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Controversy Erupts in Jodhpur as Poll Worker Touches Ashok Gehlots Feet During Voting

A poll workers gesture towards Ashok Gehlot during voting raises concerns about electoral impartiality in Rajasthans local elections. Controversy Erupts in Jodhpur as Poll Worker Touches Ashok Gehlots Feet During Voting

Rajasthan civic polls: Polling staffer touches Ashok Gehlots feet; BJP files complaint

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 11 (IANS) A controversy erupted during the second phase of Rajasthans civic elections on Friday after a member of the polling staff allegedly touched the feet of former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot at a voting booth in Jodhpur. Gehlot had arrived at Vardhaman Jain School in Mahamandir to cast his vote in Ward No. 82 when the incident reportedly took place. A video of the incident later surfaced, prompting a political dispute over the conduct of the polling staff. The BJP has objected to the incident and raised questions over the impartiality of the polling staff. Saurabh Saraswat, state convenor of the BJP Rajasthan legal cell, submitted a complaint to the District Election Officer in Jodhpur and the State Election Commission, seeking action against the polling staffer concerned. The BJP argued that election officials and polling personnel are expected to maintain political neutrality while performing election duties. According to the party, such conduct towards a prominent political leader could raise questions about the fairness and impartiality of the electoral process. The BJP said that the incident could create doubts among voters regarding the neutrality of the polling process. The party has demanded that authorities examine the matter and take appropriate action if any election rules have been violated. Election personnel are required to perform their duties impartially and without displaying political preference. The conduct of polling staff is therefore particularly important during the voting process, officials said. The incident triggered a debate over whether the polling staffer's conduct amounts to a violation of election rules. The election code is intended to ensure a free, fair and peaceful electoral process. Political parties and candidates are prohibited from using improper means to influence voters, while government and election machinery is expected to remain neutral, the BJP said. However, whether the polling employee's act of touching Gehlot's feet constitutes an actual violation of the applicable election rules will have to be determined by the competent election authorities after examining the incident and the circumstances in which it occurred. The controversy comes as Rajasthan's civic elections enter the crucial voting phase, with political parties closely monitoring polling-related incidents across the state.

Value of every vote is high: Leaders urge strong turnout in Rajasthan civic polls

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 11 (IANS) With polling underway across 147 urban local bodies in Rajasthan on Friday in the second phase of elections and more than 87 lakh voters eligible to exercise their franchise, political leaders are calling for greater voter participation. Polling began at 7 a.m. and will continue until 6 p.m. across six municipal corporations, 24 municipal councils and 117 municipalities. The elections are being closely watched as voters choose representatives for local bodies, with issues such as cleanliness, electricity, civic infrastructure and ward-level development emerging as key concerns among residents. Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, after casting his vote, said voting was not merely a constitutional right but also a responsibility essential for a healthy democratic process. Voting is not just a right; it is also a duty. For the maturity of democracy, having a healthy and free voting process is absolutely essential, Shekhawat said. He said he came to vote along with his family and expressed confidence after observing the initial response from voters. Shekhawat also highlighted the role of young voters, saying Indias large youth population makes their participation particularly important in the democratic process. India is a country of youth. Being a nation of youth, the role of young people in this grand festival of democracy is extremely important, he said. The Union Minister said the participation of young people in elections has increased over the years and that they are getting increasingly aware of the importance of choosing candidates who can contribute to the development of their city, state and country. State Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore also stressed the importance of voter awareness and turnout. He said a voter gets the opportunity to decide the direction of governance only once every five years in local body elections and urged citizens to exercise their franchise. It is a very good thing if the voting percentage is high and voters have become aware. The value of a vote is very high, Rathore said. Education Minister Madan Dilawar said enthusiasm among voters was encouraging, pointing to long queues at polling stations. He said voter awareness was crucial to strengthening democracy and noted that people were participating in the elections with enthusiasm. There is an atmosphere of excitement, joy and passion, Dilawar said, referring to the voter turnout. BJP MLA Anita Bhadel, after casting her vote, said she thanked the polling personnel for ensuring voting began on time at 7 a.m. She appealed to voters to keep aside other engagements and prioritise voting. Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani also cast his vote at a polling station in Ward No. 4 in Ajmer. He linked the elections to the broader debate over conducting elections simultaneously. Devnani backed the concept of One State, One Election, saying simultaneous elections could reduce the repeated imposition of the Model Code of Conduct, which he said sometimes affected the pace of development work. He also urged residents to participate in the urban festival of democracy and cast their votes. Meanwhile, former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot criticised the BJP-led state government over its performance. Speaking in Jodhpur, Gehlot alleged that the government machinery was not functioning properly and claimed that development work had suffered over the past two-and-a-half years. Gehlot said the situation was serious and called upon people to play an active role in addressing issues affecting the state. While political leaders traded views over governance and the significance of the polls, voters focused largely on immediate civic concerns affecting their neighbourhoods. One voter said residents wanted whoever was elected to pay attention to the development of their colony and ward, particularly cleanliness and other basic amenities. The voter said elected representatives should remain accessible throughout their term rather than returning to seek votes only after five years. Another voter, casting a vote in a municipal council election for the first time, said she was excited to participate and wanted a candidate with a clean image who could address issues related to cleanliness, electricity and overall development of the ward. Bharatpur District Election Officer Kamar Chaudhary also appealed to voters to turn out in large numbers. She said past experience showed that people often participated enthusiastically in municipal and panchayat elections because candidates personally reached out to voters. Chaudhary said citizens frequently complain about civic issues but must also fulfil their own responsibility by voting and choosing their representatives.

Rajasthan urban polls: Voting begins in 147 civic bodies in second phase

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 11 (IANS) Voting for the second phase of the Rajasthan urban body elections began at 7 a.m. on Friday in 147 civic bodies and will continue until 6 p.m. The urban local bodies also include Jaipur, comprising six municipal corporations, 20 municipal councils and 121 municipalities. A total of 8,760,884 voters are eligible to exercise their franchise at 9,758 polling stations across 4,852 wards, with the electoral fate of 18,266 candidates at stake. With the conclusion of polling in the second phase, elections for all 309 urban local bodies in Rajasthan will be completed. Counting of votes will begin at 8 a.m. on September 14. The second phase covers 147 urban local bodies, including six municipal corporations, 20 municipal councils and 121 municipalities. Polling is being conducted at 9,758 polling stations across 4,852 wards, with 8,760,884 registered voters eligible to cast their ballots. A total of 18,266 candidates are in the fray. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has appealed to voters across the state to participate in the second phase and exercise their franchise. Urging people to turn out in large numbers, CM Sharma said every vote would strengthen the foundation for urban development, better civic amenities and a brighter future. He also appealed to first-time voters to participate enthusiastically and encourage their families, friends and acquaintances to vote. Chief Minister Sharma is scheduled to cast his vote at the Navodaya Teacher Training College (Getor) polling booth in Jagatpura, while Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari is scheduled to vote at Booth No. 10 in Ward 141. In Kota, Education Minister Madan Dilawar arrived at his polling station around 10 minutes before voting began. He cast his vote at Polling Station No. 2 in Ward 52. The State Election Commission has directed officials to ensure adequate arrangements for drinking water and shaded areas at polling stations for the convenience of voters. For the first time, elections are being held in 40 newly constituted urban local bodies. In the urban body elections conducted between 2019 and 2021 across 107 urban local bodies, 5,012,642 of 7,378,611 registered voters exercised their franchise across 4,027 wards, recording a voter turnout of 67.93 per cent. Earlier, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota each had two municipal bodies. The State Election Commission has set a target of 86 per cent voter turnout for the 2026 urban body elections. The Rajasthan State Election Commission has provided an online facility for voters to check their names and other details in the electoral roll. Voters can use the Search Voter option on the Commission's website and enter details such as district, urban body, name, father's or husband's name and age. They can also search using their Voter ID/EPIC number after selecting the relevant district. The State Election Commission has released the final voter turnout figures for the first phase of the Rajasthan urban body elections, held on Wednesday across 162 urban local bodies, including four municipal corporations. The final turnout stood at 76.41 per cent. The Arnod Municipality in Pratapgarh recorded the highest turnout at 91.98 per cent, while the Bhilwara Municipal Corporation recorded the lowest at 63.84 per cent. The Commission had initially estimated the overall turnout at 76.04 per cent. Following revisions, the final figure was updated to 76.41 per cent. The turnout in the Chittorgarh Municipal Council was also revised from the initial estimate of 61.49 per cent to 68.15 per cent.

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India and Japan hold joint exercise Veer Guardian 2026 in Jodhpur

Indian and Japanese fighter jets are training together this month in Exercise Veer Guardian 2026, running at Air Force Station Jodhpur from September 9-22. India is fielding its Tejas, Su-30 MKI and Rafale, while Japan brings its F-2A, a fighter derived from the F-16 and nicknamed Viper Zero. Over fourteen days, pilots and engineers from both sides will fly joint missions and hold technical exchanges on safety, mission planning and tactics. The exercise matters because fighter drills demand real-time coordination, shared procedures for identification, intelligence sharing and deconfliction, something far harder to build than routine military exchanges. For Japan, operating far from home in Indian airspace offers valuable experience as it strengthens its self-defense forces. For India, it's a chance to understand JASDF's operating style firsthand.#VeerGuardian2026 #VeerGuardian #IndiaJapan #IAF #JASDF #IndianAirForce #JapanAirForce #Tejas #Su30MKI #Rafale #F2A #ViperZero #FighterJets #AirForce #MilitaryExercise #DefenceNews #IndiaDefence #JapanDefence #IndoPacific #IndiaJapanRelations #MilitaryCooperation #AerialWarfare #DefenceUpdate #IndianDefence #Japan #India #Jodhpur

First visit of JASDF fighter aircraft to India deepens India-Japan defence ties

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) The first visit of Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) fighter aircraft to India for 'Exercise Veer Guardian 2026' symbolises deepening of defence cooperation between both countries, the Ministry of Defence said on Thursday. A significant milestone in the India-Japan defence partnership! The maiden visit of JASDF fighter aircraft to India for Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 marks the second joint exercise involving fighter aircraft of both countries, following Veer Guardian 23, when IAF fighter aircraft visited Japan for the first time in 2023, the ministry stated on X. The reciprocal deployment of fighter aircraft is an important initiative symbolising the deepening of India-Japan defence cooperation. The exercise will enhance interoperability, facilitate exchange of tactics and improve operational skills through joint activities, strengthening the foundation for long-term cooperation and stability in the Indo-Pacific, it emphasised. Earlier in the day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh welcomed the JASDF F-2's first visit to India, terming it a significant milestone for defence partnership between the two nations. Singh said mutual exchanges like 'Exercise Veer Guardian' further strengthen synergy between India and Japan. A significant milestone for India-Japan defence partnership! The maiden visit of the JASDF fighter aircraft to India reflects our growing trust and shared commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Following our highly productive discussions in New Delhi last month, mutual exchange of visits, such as Exercise Veer Guardian, further strengthen this synergy, Singh wrote on X. Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 is being conducted between the Indian Air Force and JASDF in Jodhpur from September 9-22. The IAF is participating in the exercise with several frontline combat aircraft, including indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Su-30 MKl and Rafale. During the 14-day exercise, participating air warriors will conduct advanced operational missions and engage in extensive professional interactions. The programme involves mission planning conferences, subject matter expert exchanges, and interaction between personnel on engineering and aspects of aerospace safety, fostering deep operational synergy between the two Air Forces, the Ministry of Defence stated.

India and Japan jhold joint exercise Veer Guardian 2026 in Jodhpur

Indian and Japanese fighter jets are training together this month in Exercise Veer Guardian 2026, running at Air Force Station Jodhpur from September 9-22. India is fielding its Tejas, Su-30 MKI and Rafale, while Japan brings its F-2A, a fighter derived from the F-16 and nicknamed Viper Zero. Over fourteen days, pilots and engineers from both sides will fly joint missions and hold technical exchanges on safety, mission planning and tactics. The exercise matters because fighter drills demand real-time coordination, shared procedures for identification, intelligence sharing and deconfliction, something far harder to build than routine military exchanges. For Japan, operating far from home in Indian airspace offers valuable experience as it strengthens its self-defense forces. For India, it's a chance to understand JASDF's operating style firsthand.#VeerGuardian2026 #VeerGuardian #IndiaJapan #IAF #JASDF #IndianAirForce #JapanAirForce #Tejas #Su30MKI #Rafale #F2A #ViperZero #FighterJets #AirForce #MilitaryExercise #DefenceNews #IndiaDefence #JapanDefence #IndoPacific #IndiaJapanRelations #MilitaryCooperation #AerialWarfare #DefenceUpdate #IndianDefence #Japan #India #Jodhpur

Rajnath Singh hails India-Japan defence ties as Japanese fighter jets arrive for Exercise Veer Guardian

Japan's fighter jets have touched down in Jodhpur to participate in Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 for a joint air defense drill designed to bolster cooperation between the two nations. This exercise will see the deployment of top-notch aircraft, including Tejas, Su-30 MKI, and Rafale, sharpening their combat capabilities and enhancing interoperability. The drills are set to conclude on September 22, 2026, marking a new era of defense collaboration.

'Significant milestone for defence partnership': Rajnath Singh on Japanese fighter jet's maiden India visit

Digital Desk | Colombo, Sep 10 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday welcomed the Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) fighter aircraft's first visit to India, terming it a significant milestone for defence partnership between the two nations. Singh said mutual exchanges like Exercise Veer Guardian further strengthen synergy between India and Japan. JASDF's fighter aircraft touched down in India to participate in Exercise Veer Guardian 2026. A significant milestone for India-Japan defence partnership! The maiden visit of the JASDF fighter aircraft to India reflects our growing trust and shared commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Following our highly productive discussions in New Delhi last month, mutual exchange of visits such as Exercise Veer Guardian further strengthens this synergy, Singh wrote on X. He made the statement in response to a post shared by Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, in which he mentioned the JASDF fighter aircraft's maiden visit to India. Koizumi stated that the JASDF fighter aircraft's first visit to India, three years after Indian fighter aircraft visited Japan, marks the realisation of mutual visits by fighter aircraft. In a post on X, Koizumi wrote, The Air Self-Defense Force's fighter aircraft visited India for the first time. Following the Indian Air Force's first visit to Japan with its fighter aircraft three years ago, this marks the realisation of mutual visits by fighter aircraft. In last month's meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as well, we shared the recognition that this training is an important initiative symbolising the deepening of Japan-India defence cooperation. I am deeply encouraged to see that Japan-India defence cooperation is steadily developing through the accumulation of exchanges and joint training between frontline units, he added. Meanwhile, Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 is being conducted between the Indian Air Force and Japanese Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) at Jodhpur from September 9-22. The JASDF's F-2 arrived in Jodhpur to participate in Exercise Veer Guardian 2026, The IAF is participating in the exercise with several frontline combat aircraft, including indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, Su-30 MKl and Rafale. During the 14-day exercise, participating air warriors will conduct advanced operational missions and engage in extensive professional interactions. The programme involves mission planning conferences, subject matter expert exchanges, and interaction between personnel on engineering and aspects of aerospace safety, fostering deep operational synergy between the two Air Forces, according to the statement released by the Ministry of Defence. Exercise Veer Guardian-26 reflects a deepening strategic partnership between India and Japan by enhancing tactical proficiency and aerospace operational synergy. The exercise reaffirms the longstanding bonds of friendship and strategic cooperation between the two nations, the Ministry of Defence mentioned in a statement.

Justice Bhati takes the gavel

Srinagar, Sep 9:Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati was sworn in as the 39th Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at a solemn function held at SKUAST, Srinagar, on Wednesday. The oath of office was administered to Justice Bhati by Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh with additional charge of Jammu and Kashmir. The proceedings were conducted by Shashanka Ala, Secretary to Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh, while the Warrant of Appointment of the Chief Justice was read out by M K Sharma, Registrar General, High Court of J&K and Ladakh. The occasion was graced by the Chief Minister of J&K, Judges of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh along with their spouses, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament, Advisor to Chief Minister of J&K, Chairperson J&K Waqf Board, State Election Commissioner, former Chief Justices and Judges of the High Court and a distinguished gathering representing the judiciary, Bar, civil and police administration, and academia. A large number of sitting and former Chief Justices and Judges from several High Courts across the country, particularly from Rajasthan besides the High Courts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Allahabad, attended the event. The presence of Justice Nupur Bhati, Judge of the Rajasthan High Court and spouse of the Chief Justice, his parents, close relatives and other family members added special significance to the occasion. Among other dignitaries present were the Chief Secretary, J&K; Director General of Police of J&K; Commissioners Secretaries to Government of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Vice Chancellors of universities; Members of the Central Administrative Tribunal besides Executive Members of the Kashmir Advocates Association and the J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu; Law Officers of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh; Judicial Officers, and officers of the High Court Registry. A sizeable representation of senior advocates, government advocates and other members of the Bar from Rajasthan besides staff members and other distinguished guests, also attended the event. The Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, issued the notification regarding the appointment of Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati as Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on September 5, 2026. Born on September 21, 1970, Justice Bhati enrolled as an Advocate in 1992 and practised primarily before the Rajasthan High Court at Jodhpur, acquiring extensive experience in diverse areas of law. These included constitutional and writ jurisdiction, service matters, public interest litigation, election, revenue, mining, education, Panchayati Raj, family and criminal law. Before his elevation as a Judge of the Rajasthan High Court on November 16, 2016, Justice Bhati served as Additional Advocate General for the State of Rajasthan from October 13, 2008 to December 29, 2008, and again from January 6, 2014. During his distinguished career at the Bar, Justice Bhati was elected as Member of the Bar Council of Rajasthan for the period 2009-2015. He also served as President of the Rajasthan High Court Lawyers Association from 2011 to 2013 and as General Secretary of the Rajasthan High Court Advocates Association in 2001. Justice Bhati holds BA, LLB and LLM in Mercantile Law besides a PhD. He served as Visiting Faculty at the Faculty of Law, Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur, for 19 years from 1997 to 2016 and as Visiting Faculty at National Law University, Jodhpur, for one year. He is also a Member of the Executive Committee of the Rajasthan Chapter of the Indian Law Institute.