Victory processions banned in Jaipur till September 25 amid local body elections
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 10 (IANS) In view of the Jaipur local body elections and to maintain peace, public order and law and order, the Jaipur Police Commissionerate has imposed a complete ban on victory processions from September 13 to September 25. The prohibitory order has been issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, by Additional Police Commissioner (Law and Order) Rajiv Pachar. As per the order, no elected member, chairperson, vice-chairperson, candidate or supporter will be permitted to organise or participate in any victory procession within the Jaipur Police Commissionerate area during the specified period. Strict legal action will be taken against anyone violating the restrictions. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the election process and subsequent declaration of results are conducted peacefully and without any disruption. Polling for the first phase of the local body elections was held on September 9, while voting for the second phase is scheduled for September 11. Counting of votes will take place on September 14. Elections for the posts of chairperson and vice-chairperson are proposed to be held on September 21 and September 22, respectively. A total of 2,256 polling stations have been established for the elections, of which 551 have been identified as sensitive or hypersensitive. Around 9,000 additional police personnel will be deployed to strengthen security arrangements. Two police personnel will be deployed at each polling station, while five personnel will be stationed at sensitive polling booths. The police have also intensified area domination and security measures. On Wednesday, Jaipur South Police conducted a flag march in the Mansarovar Circle area to boost public confidence and assure voters of a peaceful and fear-free election environment. The flag march was led by DCP (South) Rajarshi Raj, with police officials also inspecting sensitive and hypersensitive polling stations and reviewing security arrangements at the strong room. Campaigning for the Jaipur Municipal Corporation elections concluded at 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Following the end of the campaign period, rallies, roadshows, public meetings and other forms of public campaigning have been prohibited. Candidates and their supporters are now relying on door-to-door contact with voters and personal outreach. A total of 723 candidates are contesting elections across 150 wards of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation. Polling parties for the 2,256 polling stations are being dispatched in two shifts from Bhiwani Niketan College on Sikar Road. The teams are being provided with EVMs, election materials and necessary documents, along with final instructions and training for polling day.
Rajasthan: Army soldier abducted on returning home from coaching; wife gets Rs 10 lakh ransom call
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 8 (IANS) An Army soldier was allegedly kidnapped by a group of armed men while he was returning home from coaching in Rajasthan's Sikar district a day before, police said on Tuesday. The kidnappers later allegedly used his phone to call his wife and demand a Rs 10 lakh ransom. The soldier, identified as Shriram Sihag (32), was on leave and had been preparing for the Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment examination. The incident took place at around 8 p.m. on Monday near Kerpura bus stand, when five to six unidentified men allegedly intercepted him and forcibly took him away in a vehicle. Shriram's motorcycle and helmet were found abandoned at the spot, raising an immediate alarm among his family and local residents. According to the family, Shriram's wife received a call from his phone at around 11:46 p.m. on Monday. The caller allegedly told her that Shriram was safe and demanded Rs 10 lakh. The caller reportedly said, Shriram is safe with us. We will send the bank details. Transfer Rs 10 lakh to that account. The call was disconnected shortly afterwards. The family then approached the police, following which a search operation was launched. Police said the family has raised suspicion against another Army soldier over a previous financial dispute. Khandela Station House Officer Surendra Singh said Shriram's brother, Sher Singh, lodged a report and told police that Shriram had earlier been involved in a financial transaction-related dispute with another soldier from Karauli district during his posting in West Bengal. The family suspects that the dispute could be linked to the alleged kidnapping. Based on the information provided by the family, police have sent a team to Karauli to investigate the suspected connection. Roadblocks have also been placed in surrounding areas, while teams are searching for the missing soldier. According to his family, Shriram had been on leave for the past three to four months to prepare for the SI recruitment examination. He joined the Army in 2013 and was currently posted in Punjab. Police said they are investigating the case from multiple angles and are working to establish the identity of the suspects, trace the soldier and verify the alleged financial dispute. The discovery of Shriram's motorcycle and helmet at the spot, coupled with the alleged ransom call from his phone, has intensified the investigation.
Crossing party lines, rebels and rows: Rajasthan civic polls take a dramatic turn
Jaipur, Sep 7 (IANS) Rajasthan's urban local body elections are producing scenes that go far beyond the usual Bharatiya Janata Party-versus-Congress contest. In the final days before voting, party lines appear blurred in some wards, political friendships are taking centre stage in others, while rebellion, protests and unusual campaign tactics are adding drama to the electoral battle. From Nathdwara to Sikar, Kota to Jodhpur and Dungarpur to Jaipur, the campaign trail has witnessed everything from a BJP candidate openly supporting a Congress rival to a Congress candidate blessing a JP contestant and even dogs being released outside the office of a BJP rebel. One of the most striking developments has emerged from Nathdwara in Rajsamand district, where BJP candidate Dinesh Prajapat announced his support for Congress nominee Ajay Gurjar in Ward 23, just days before polling. Prajapat, however, made it clear that his political identity remains with the BJP and that he would continue to remain associated with the party. The episode has added an unexpected twist to what would ordinarily be a straightforward BJP-Congress contest. It also highlights the importance of personal equations and local-level dynamics in municipal elections, where candidates often face voters with whom they have long-standing social and personal relationships. An equally unusual scene unfolded in Sikar's Ward 15, where former Municipal Council chairman and Congress candidate Jeevan Khan was seen blessing BJP candidate Simran during campaigning. Khan placed his hand on Simran's head in a gesture of goodwill, creating a striking image of political rivals sharing a moment of warmth during an otherwise fiercely contested election. The incident underlines how local elections can sometimes produce relationships that do not fit neatly into conventional party politics. Kota provided another example of political civility. In Ward 54, BJP candidate Vivek Rajvanshi and Congress candidate Manish Sharma reportedly shook hands when they came face-to-face during campaigning. Elsewhere in Kota, candidates adopted more unconventional campaign styles. BJP candidate Pratibha Suman was seen roasting peanuts on a roadside pushcart in Ward 64, while BJP candidate Soma Ahluwalia reportedly bowed before elderly residents during her campaign in Ward 56. Not every story from the campaign trail has been about political drama. Residents of Royal Suncity Colony in Kota's Ward 33 have announced a boycott of voting, alleging inadequate development work in their area. The protest puts local civic issues at the heart of the election debate and signals that candidates must answer not only for party politics but also for visible work or the lack of it on the ground. Kota also witnessed an unusual voter-list error in Ward 29. In Part 12, the details of a voter named Jagdish, including his name, father's name and house number, were reportedly correct, but the photograph displayed against the entry was that of Lord Hanuman. The unusual error has raised questions about the accuracy of electoral rolls and the verification process. The election battle took a particularly unusual turn in Dungarpur's Ward 31. On Friday, a Municipal Council shelter-home vehicle reportedly released around 15 dogs outside the office of Sunil Jain, a BJP rebel contesting as an independent. Jain alleged that the incident was an abuse of official machinery intended to weaken his campaign. The allegation has added another layer to the growing tensions between official party candidates and rebels contesting independently. Political tensions also surfaced in Jaipur's Ward 149, where residents reportedly surrounded the vehicle of Amer MLA Prashant Sahdev Sharma during his campaign visit in support of Congress candidate Anjali Brahmbhatt. The protesters allegedly waved black flags as the MLA arrived in the Handipura area, turning the campaign visit into a moment of confrontation. Amid the local-level turbulence, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma continued the BJP's campaign pitch. Addressing a gathering in Bikaner, he said people were moving from a double-engine government towards a riple-engine government, referring to coordination between governments at different levels. He in fact has organised roadshows in Bikaner, Udaipur and Ajmer. However, former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, verbally attacking the BJP government in the state, said, It is the first time a Chief Minister feels compelled to conduct a roadshow for local self-government elections, including municipal corporations, municipal councils, and municipalities. This isn't a positive sign; it is their biggest drawback. They have effectively proved that the government has been non-functional for the past two and a half years, leading to widespread public anger. The Rajasthan civic elections are increasingly looking less like a simple BJP-versus-Congress contest and more like a collection of local political dramas. Candidates are crossing traditional lines, rivals are exchanging gestures of goodwill, rebels are challenging party establishments, residents are threatening boycotts, and campaign events are producing unexpected confrontations. Ultimately, however, the decisive actor remains the voter. Behind the headlines, the real question is whether these unusual campaign moments translate into votes on polling day or remain memorable episodes from one of Rajasthan's most colourful municipal election campaigns.
Congress wins Sikar ward 65 unopposed after BJP, Ind withdraw
Sikar's Smriti Van gets 685.393-metre green pergola walkway
Sikar (Rajasthan) [India], September 2: Smriti Van in Sikar has added a major green infrastructure feature with the development of a 685.393-metre-long metal pergola walkway covered with living green creepers. The structure has a height ranging from 4.76 to 4.88 metres and has been developed to provide pedestrians, walkers, joggers, runners and sportspersons relief from direct sunlight while promoting greenery and awareness about nature conservation.
Tensions Rise in Bihar Village as Police Clash with Locals Over Dispute
Patna, September 1: A police team investigating a dispute between two factions in Katsikari village, under the Ramnagar police station, faced significant resistance from locals on Monday afternoon. The situation escalated into a scuffle, resulting in damage to a police vehicle. According to police reports, tensions flared when officers attempted to intervene in the ongoing ... Read more Tensions Rise in Bihar Village as Police Clash with Locals Over Dispute
A 1957 building and a 1.5lakh fee: Sikars two faces of govt schooling
Rajasthan Police Busts Inter-State Gang Stealing High-Tension Power Cables
Jaipur, August 29: Rajasthan police have reportedly dismantled an inter-state gang involved in stealing high-tension power cables worth approximately 5-6 crores. A joint operation by the Special Team (DST) of Sikar district and the local police led to the arrest of twelve gang members. Vehicles used in the theft, including a Thar, a car, a ... Read more Rajasthan Police Busts Inter-State Gang Stealing High-Tension Power Cables
Sikar police arrests 12 for Rs 6 crore powergrid wire theft
The race for viral reels and huge view counts has inspired plenty of unusual stunts, but one such attempt in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior ended with a young man facing traffic police action. Gwalior resident Aditya Sikarwar turned his car into a kissing car by covering it with thousands of lipstick marks before taking it onto the road for an Instagram reel.
Express New Route: The route of Delhi-Jaisalmer Runicha Express changed from 21st August to 24th September. This train will now run via Shekhawati instead of Jaipur, which will benefit many cities including Jhunjhunu, Sikar. Doubling of the railway line is underway between Pali and Khori stations. For this reason, the operating route of train number [] The post Indian Railway: Route of Delhi-Jaisalmer Runicha Express train changed, now the train will run via Sikar and Jhunjhunu. first appeared on informalnewz .
ACB Trap: 4 Policemen Arrested for Taking Rs 2.80 Lakh Bribe
Jaipur, August 18: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Sikar unit arrested four police personnel of the Cyber Crime Police Station in Ayodhya after allegedly catching them red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 2.80 lakh. The action was carried out on Tuesday under the directions of the ACB headquarters. The arrested personnel have been identified as ... Read more ACB Trap: 4 Policemen Arrested for Taking Rs 2.80 Lakh Bribe
Metro water supply hit ata few addresses in Mylapore
There are complaints about total lack of water supply as well as low pressure in the pipes. These problems have been reported from houses at NallappanStreet,Arisikaran Street TSVKoilStreet, KP South Street Adam Street andSolaimariammanStreet
Five child marriages stopped through court-issued injunctions on a single day in Rajasthans Sikar
Issued by the court of the Judicial Magistrate under Section 13(1) of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, an injunction order empowers the authorities to proactively prevent a child marriage before it occurs
A second exam, a second burden: Inside Sikar's NEET crisis - video
Tragic Suicide of NEET Aspirant in Rajasthan Highlights Mental Health Crisis Among Students
Jaipur, June 16: In a tragic incident just before Congress leader Rahul Gandhis visit to Kota on June 17, a 22-year-old NEET aspirant was found dead in Sikar, Rajasthan. This event has brought attention to the growing mental health crisis among students preparing for competitive exams. Umesh Mali, who was preparing for the NEET exam ... Read more Tragic Suicide of NEET Aspirant in Rajasthan Highlights Mental Health Crisis Among Students
Heavy Rain Disrupts Life in Rajasthans Sikar, Low-Lying Areas Flooded
Mumbai, June 13: In Sikar district of Rajasthan, a sudden change in weather last night brought much-needed relief from the scorching heat. However, the heavy rainfall exposed the inadequacies of the municipal council and district administrations preparations. The downpour lasted for about an hour, followed by intermittent rain throughout the night, continuing into the early ... Read more Heavy Rain Disrupts Life in Rajasthans Sikar, Low-Lying Areas Flooded
Severe Dust Storm Hits Rajasthan, Winds Reach 102 km/h
Jaipur, May 31: A powerful western disturbance caused a widespread dust storm, rain, and hail across Rajasthan on Saturday, disrupting daily life in several districts. The storm swept through Churu, Hanumangarh, Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Alwar, and Sikar, with winds reaching speeds of up to 102 km/h. Heavy winds accompanied rain in Ajmer ... Read more Severe Dust Storm Hits Rajasthan, Winds Reach 102 km/h
Severe Dust Storm Hits Rajasthan, Red Alert Issued in Multiple Districts
Jaipur, May 30: A powerful western disturbance has triggered severe dust storms, strong winds, and rainfall across several districts in Rajasthan. This sudden change in weather has disrupted daily life, uprooted trees, and caused power outages in various areas. Dust storms were reported in Churu, Hanumangarh, Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Alwar, and Sikar, while ... Read more Severe Dust Storm Hits Rajasthan, Red Alert Issued in Multiple Districts
Massive Dust Storm Sweeps Rajasthan; Rain Brings Relief To Most Parts Of North India
NEW DELHI, May 30: A massive dust storm barrelled through several parts of Rajasthan on Saturday, even as an active western disturbance triggered rain at most parts of north India, bringing much-needed relief from the sweltering heat that baked the region for the past few days. In Rajasthan, the storm triggered by a western disturbance affected Churu, Bikaner, Hanumangarh, Sri Ganganagar, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Alwar and Sikar districts, while Jaipur witnessed strong winds followed by rain. Clouds of dust and sand [] The post Massive Dust Storm Sweeps Rajasthan; Rain Brings Relief To Most Parts Of North India appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rahul Gandhi Assures Justice to Family of Student Who Died After NEET Paper Leak
New Delhi, May 23: Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, reached out to the family of Pradeep Meghwal, a student from Rajasthans Sikar, who reportedly took his own life following the NEET paper leak. During a phone conversation, Gandhi assured the grieving family of his support and commitment to seeking ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Assures Justice to Family of Student Who Died After NEET Paper Leak
NEET Leak Not Through National Testing Agency System, Its Chief Tells MPs
The CBI has so far arrested nine accused in this case, including individuals from Jaipur and Sikar in Rajasthan, Gurugram in Haryana, and Nashik, Pune, and Ahilyanagar in Maharashtra.
How a chemistry teachers late-night investigation into a viral PDF exposed the NEET UG paper leak
A Sikar-based teacher's vigilance led to the discovery of a leaked NEET-UG 2026 exam paper. After meticulously verifying a circulating PDF against the actual exam, he alerted authorities. This crucial tip-off ultimately prompted the NTA to cancel the examination due to widespread malpractice allegations.
CBI's NEET UG 2026 paper leak investigation reveals an alleged multi-state racket. Accused Dinesh Biwal reportedly paid Rs 10 lakh for a leaked paper for his son, Rishi, who still scored low. Investigators are examining past exam cycles and suspect a wider network using social media and couriers.
Teachers Dictated NEET Questions, Parents Paid Lakhs: Coaching Nexus Exposed
NEET Leak: The CBI has so far arrested nine accused in this case, including individuals from Jaipur and Sikar in Rajasthan, Gurugram in Haryana, and Nashik, Pune, and Ahilyanagar in Maharashtra.
Tragic Suicide of NEET Aspirant in Rajasthan Sparks Outrage
Jaipur, May 15: In a tragic incident following the cancellation of the NEET exam, a medical aspirant reportedly took his own life at a coaching center in Sikar, Rajasthan, on Friday. The news has sent shockwaves across the country, igniting anger and uncertainty among students. The deceased, identified as Pradeep Mahich, was found hanging in ... Read more Tragic Suicide of NEET Aspirant in Rajasthan Sparks Outrage
The Sikar Spark: How A Chemistry Teacher Exposed The 2026 NEET Leak
Since its introduction in 2013, the NEET is now for the first time facing a full-scale cancellation and retest.
CBI Probes NEET Leak Money Trail; Students Paid Up to Rs 5 Lakh: Report
Sources said the accused allegedly handwritten the question paper before scanning and circulating it among students studying at coaching centres in Rajasthans Sikar district
NEET paper leak: CBI probes medical students, relatives in Rajasthan
Jaipur: Rajasthans coaching hub Sikar has emerged as the alleged nerve centre of the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak network, with the CBI now probing possible links of coaching institutes, middlemen, students, and relatives of the accused. Investigators believe the networks coordination began in Sikar, where accused Yash Yadav and Vikas reportedly studied together at a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
How A Hostel Owner In Rajasthan's Sikar Helped Unravel NEET Paper Leak
The guess paper had an amazing strike rate -- 135 questions had matched originals. The hostel owner and the chemistry teacher then decided to approach the local police.
