ISI builds local terror network in J&K, plans bigger strikes
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a fresh spurt in violence, with two separate incidents raising concerns over the security situation in the Union Territory. On Wednesday, three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured when terrorists attacked a security checkpoint at Akhran near Mira Bazar in Kulgam district. In a separate incident, the bullet-riddled bodies of two missing Special Police Officers (SPOs) were recovered in Kishtwar district. Security agencies suspect that the killings could have a terror angle. The suspicion has been heightened by the disappearance of the SPOs' service weapons, which were missing from the spot. Investigators are examining whether the killings were part of a terror-related operation. Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a recurring pattern in recent months, with periods of heightened terrorist activity followed by relative calm. The latest incidents have once again brought the security situation in the region under scrutiny. In July this year, a terrorist targeted a police party deployed for the Amarnath Yatra during which Aashiq Hussain Qureshi, a head constable was killed. It was during this time that terrorists from the Lashkar-e-Taibas (LeT) proxy, The Resistence Front (TRF) had resumed the targeting of migrant workers while also sending out warnings to the Kashmiri Pandits. There had been a lull in terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir following the earlier spate of incidents. However, the attacks in Kulgam and Kishtwar suggest a possible resurgence of terror-related violence in the Union Territory. Dr. Abhinav Pandya, founder of Usanas Foundation, a geopolitical and security affairs think tank based in Udaipur, Rajasthan, says that such incidents show that the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) still has assets in Jammu and Kashmir. The ISI has been operating through its proxies, TRF. The rise of such proxies has risen since the abrogation of Article 370, he says. He further adds that the attack is way of sending a message to the Indian government that the ISI still has the capabilities to operate in Jammu and Kashmir. There is a pattern to these recent spate of attacks. These persons are not carrying out large scale strikes. They just want to send the message about their capabilities in Jammu and Kashmir and want to keep the ship sailing, Dr. Pandya says. An official said that one cannot take these low key attacks lightly. The ISI is deliberately keeping the attacks smaller in nature. This not only keeps them in contention, but also gives them ample time to build resources on the ground, the official said. Dr. Pandya adds that the ISI, which has taken direct command from the Lashkar, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Hizbul Mujahideen when it comes to operations in Jammu and Kashmir, has been mobilising resources at the grass-root level. They are planning a huge attack in the near future and hence the mobilisation exercise is on in full swing, he added. Another official said that post the abrogation of Article 370 and Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has found itself to be on backfoot when it comes to Jammu and Kashmir. They are not able to enforce infiltrations and there are nearly a thousand terrorists at the launchpads who are waiting and getting equally frustrated. Pakistan feels that the best way to approach the J&K issue is by building a strong local force. This eliminates the need to infiltrate and the ISI feels that in case of an attack, it cannot be traced back to Pakistan, the official added. The investigations that are being conducted in connection with the Kulgam attack clearly points to the role of local commanders of the TRF. The security agencies are on the lookout for Mohammad Lateef Bhat, a 22 year old local commander of the outfit and a resident of Kulgam in South Kashmir. The others that the agencies are looking for are Bilal Ahmad Mir, Mohammad Umar Mir and Abid Qayoom, all residents of Baramulla in North Kashmir. Officials say that this clearly points towards the ISIs strategy of using only locals in terror attacks. The Pakistan spy agency wants to localise terror to Jammu and Kashmir to avoid the trail that would directly lead up to Islamabad, the official said. These persons have been instructed to carry off a couple of low key attacks. This would give the ISI time to build up on the ground level and put up a much stronger force that could launch massive strikes in the Valley, the official said. Dr. Pandya says that the ISI would continue to strategise and stabilise its base adding the Indian agencies need to focus more on human Intelligence (HUMINT) to overcome this problem. With the ISI going completely local and placing very little reliance on the Pakistan based terrorists for operations in J&K, the Indian agencies must not just rely on technical intelligence (TECHINT). It is the right time to ensure that both TECHINT and HUMINT work in tandem to battle this problem, an official said.
West Bengal Weather Update: Light Rain Likely in Several Districts, Temperatures to Drop by 2
Kolkata, November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Most districts of West Bengal are expected to experience dry weather on Thursday. However, isolated areas of South Bengal may receive light West Bengal Weather Update: Light Rain Likely in Several Districts, Temperatures to Drop by 23C
November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Punjab recorded dry weather during the past 24 hours, according to the Meteorological Department. The average night temperature across the state increased by Punjab Weather Update: Light Rain Likely in Pathankot and Hoshiarpur on November 13, Stubble Burning Cases Cross 5,500
Haryana Weather Update: Night Temperatures Fall Below 15
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November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast dry weather across Bihar on November 12. No rainfall warning has been issued for any district, Bihar Weather Update: Dry Weather Across State Today, Light Rain Possible in Some Areas on November 13
MP Weather Update: No Rain Alert for Next Five Days, Temperatures to Remain Around 31
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Rajasthan Weather Update: No Rain Expected Today, Temperatures Remain High in Western Districts
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November 12, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Weather conditions are changing across North India due to a western disturbance over Kashmir and neighbouring areas. The system is expected to affect IMD Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Hailstorms and Strong Winds Likely in Jammu-Kashmir; Fog to Affect Plains
Chhattisgarh Weather Update: Cold Wave Slows Down as Western Disturbance Changes Wind Direction
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Uttarakhand Weather Update: Rain and Snowfall Likely in 3 Districts Today, No Warning Issued
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Eastern Railway to Operate 984 Special Train Trips in November for Chhath Puja Rush
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29 Special Trains from Delhi to Bihar Today for Chhath Puja: Check Full Schedule and Timings
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Janakpur-Ayodhya Superfast Train Ready: 464-Km Route to Connect India and Nepal via Bihar
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104 Train Services to Be Affected from November 27 to December 17 Due to Jharsuguda Yard Work
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Bhopal Power Cut Today, November 12: 40 Areas to Face 4
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Udaipur Police Seizes 780 Kg of Cannabis in Field Operation
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Elderly Man Shot at Home in Udaipur
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Hyundai Set to Launch Five Exciting New Models in India
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Udaipur BJP MP Manna Lal Rawat pushes to link ST status with retention of faith, customs
Gunmaster G9 Trailer Released: Emraan Hashmis Action-Packed Romance
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Embracing Compassion and Balance: Insights from Prashant Agarwal
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Intellect Design Arena shines as its business unit launches AI portfolio steering application
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MRF rises despite reporting 27% fall in Q2 consolidated net profit
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Dilip Buildcon gains on emerging as L-1 bidder for Rs 901.43 crore project
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D. P. Abhushan touches roof on reporting 14% growth in 2026 festive period sales
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Protean e-Gov jumps on collaborating with Yubi to integrate India
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Protean e-Gov Technologies is currently trading at Rs. 722.00, up by 52.55 points or 7.85% from its previous closing of Rs. 669.45 on Protean e-Gov jumps on collaborating with Yubi to integrate Indias trusted digital rails into credit lifecycle
CWD rises on getting MTCTE certification for DMR equipment
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New Features Roll Out for Google Pixel Phones
Udaipur, November 11: Google has exciting news for users of its Pixel phones. The company has begun rolling out the Pixel Drop for November 2026, which includes several New Features Roll Out for Google Pixel Phones
Three-time Grammy Award winner and Padma Shri recipient Ricky Kej will receive the Srajan The Spark Lifetime Achievement Award in Udaipur on November 15, 2026. The honour comes from Srajan The Spark - a movement of music lovers dedicated to preserving Indias musical heritage. Headquartered in Udaipur, with 16 chapters in India and abroad, the movement was founded and is helmed by Prasanna K. Khamesra, a retired IPS officer. Kej will mark the occasion with The Earth Symphony, a free concert for environmental awareness that is expected to draw close to 10,000 people. It will be his first-ever public concert in Udaipur, and a homecoming for a musician whose father hails from Rajasthan. The evening will include songs on Rajasthan and his versions of folk songs from across India. With this award, Kej steps into a roll of honour that reads like a history of Indian music itself. Past recipients of Srajans Lifetime Achievement honour include Padmavibhushan Dr L Subramaniam, Padmabhushan Vishwamohan Bhatt, A Sivamani, Pt. Ronu Majumdar, Usha Mangeshkar, Anup Jalota, Roop Kumar Rathod, Sudesh Bhosle, the duo Anand-Milind, Anandji of Kalyan ji-Anandji, lyricist Yogesh, Sameer Anjan, poet and actor Shailesh Lodha among many others. It's absolutely amazing to be in that company, shared Kej. I am thrilled as this is an award from India, my country. And not only that, its an award in particular from Rajasthan, where my father hails from. Ricky Kej has brought great recognition to India and Rajasthan, not only through his music but through his extraordinary work for environmental conservation across the globe, said Khamesra. Srajan originated in Udaipur, and Ricky also has his roots in our state. We are immensely proud to honour him. Interestingly, Srajan was born in 2013 in Udaipur over a cup of tea, when Khamesra, a music lover since childhood, and some of his friends set out to bring Indias fading music, poetry and shayari back to the people. Khamesra has always believed that his professional responsibilities and personal passion could coexist, and through his years in the police, neither ever stood in the way of the other. What makes it rare is that it is entirely self-funded. Close to 1,500 industrialists and dignitaries who are proud members of Srajan the Spark contribute from their own pockets, purely for the love of Indian music. From Udaipur, it has grown to Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ahmedabad, Delhi NCR, Kota, Hyderabad, Asansol, Chennai, Canada and London, etc. The stage it has built is a treasure. Artists such as Anup Jalota, Pankaj Udhas, Suresh Wadekar, Usha Uthup, Nitin Mukesh and many others have performed at Srajan, as have poets such as Rahat Indori, Wasim Barelvi and Nida Fazli, etc. It also seeks out unsung artists and gives young talent a stage alongside the masters. The movement is now working towards establishing Srajan Music Schools across India, along with a Music Museum and Academy in Udaipur, where work is already underway. Kej shares that same commitment to Indias musical roots. No matter how hard I try to make a completely western piece of music, there will always be a soul of India within that music, said Kej. And, that soul is exactly what brings him and Srajan together. Kej has made it his mission over the next five to six years to document as many of Indias tribal songs and musicians as he can, building a permanent archive of musical forms passed down orally for thousands of years and now vanishing. Those songs, he said, carry indigenous knowledge about coexisting with nature and our place as human beings in the world. Art is all about breaking the rules, but you have to know the rules first in order to break them, he said. That's why its very important that these traditional forms of music are preserved. All other contemporary forms come from them. And in this regard, Srajan the Spark is doing fantastic work in keeping Indias classical and folk traditions alive. Ricky Kej will receive Hindustan Zinc-Srajan The Spark Lifetime Achievement Award on November 15 at DPS School, Udaipur, to be presented by Srajan - The Spark & Bijay Kumar Surana Foundation in collaboration with Hindustan Zinc Limited.
Ashoka Buildcon zooms on bagging LoA from NHAI for project in Gujarat
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Ashoka Buildcon is currently trading at Rs. 116.69, up by 13.69 points or 13.29% from its previous closing of Rs. 103.00 on the Ashoka Buildcon zooms on bagging LoA from NHAI for project in Gujarat
HCL Technologies rises on launching pre-configured semiconductor PLM solution
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Godrej Properties moves up on planning to launch homes worth Rs 32,000 crore for sale in H2 FY27
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Godrej Properties is currently trading at Rs. 1822.15, up by 8.65 points or 0.48% from its previous closing of Rs. 1813.50 on the Godrej Properties moves up on planning to launch homes worth Rs 32,000 crore for sale in H2 FY27
Bondada Engineering soars on incorporating wholly owned subsidiary in UAE
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Bondada Engineering is currently trading at Rs. 307.70, up by 14.05 points or 4.78% from its previous closing of Rs. 293.65 on the Bondada Engineering soars on incorporating wholly owned subsidiary in UAE
Elitecon inches up on signing exclusive distribution rights agreement with Star Herb Pharma Company
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Elitecon International is currently trading at Rs. 6.04, up by 0.03 points or 0.50% from its previous closing of Rs. 6.01 on the Elitecon inches up on signing exclusive distribution rights agreement with Star Herb Pharma Company
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): HLE Glascoat is currently locked at its upper circuit of Rs. 442.35, up by 21.05 points or 5.00% from its previous closing of HLE Glascoat touches roof after its arm secures order for large-scale energy storage project in North America
GPT Infraprojects surges as its arm emerges L1 for Rs 103.58 crore order
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): GPT Infraprojects is currently trading at Rs. 113.85, up by 1.70 points or 1.52% from its previous closing of Rs. 112.15 on the GPT Infraprojects surges as its arm emerges L1 for Rs 103.58 crore order
JSW Steel rises on reporting 19% growth in consolidated crude steel production in October
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): JSW Steel is currently trading at Rs. 1352.45, up by 7.45 points or 0.55% from its previous closing of Rs. 1345.00 on the JSW Steel rises on reporting 19% growth in consolidated crude steel production in October
Hardik Pandyas IPL Earnings Reach
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Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): HEG Advanced Materials is currently trading at Rs. 297.80, up by 8.50 points or 2.94% from its previous closing of Rs. 289.30 on HEG Advanced surges as its arm gets Rs 609.50 crore incentive approval for Synthetic Graphite Anode Material project
Sunteck Realty climbs on incorporating wholly owned subsidiary
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Sunteck Realty is currently trading at Rs. 305.60, up by 6.70 points or 2.24% from its previous closing of Rs. 298.90 on the Sunteck Realty climbs on incorporating wholly owned subsidiary
Artson soars on bagging purchase order worth Rs 16.07 crore
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Artson is currently trading at Rs. 151.00, up by 3.80 points or 2.58% from its previous closing of Rs. 147.20 on the BSE. Artson soars on bagging purchase order worth Rs 16.07 crore
BHEL gains on bagging order from Power Grid Corporation
Mumbai, November 11 (Udaipur Kiran): Bharat Heavy Electricals is currently trading at Rs. 429.20, up by 7.20 points or 1.71% from its previous closing of Rs. 422.00 on BHEL gains on bagging order from Power Grid Corporation
Sanju Samson Appointed Captain for T20 Team
Udaipur, November 11: Star batsman Sanju Samson will once again take on a leadership role in a domestic tournament as he has been appointed the captain of Kerala Sanju Samson Appointed Captain for T20 Team
Eastern Railway to Run Five Pairs of Special Trains to Manage Festive Season Rush
Special reserved and unreserved services to operate on additional dates in November; trains will follow their scheduled timings and stops Jamui, November 11, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): In view Eastern Railway to Run Five Pairs of Special Trains to Manage Festive Season Rush
New Research Enhances Monsoon Prediction Accuracy
Udaipur, November 11: Identifying the monsoon can often lead to confusion regarding whether the first rainfall is due to local weather changes or the actual arrival of the New Research Enhances Monsoon Prediction Accuracy
Auto-Rickshaw Driver Beaten to Death with Sticks in Udaipur; Six Suspects Detained
Udaipur, November 10, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): An auto-rickshaw driver was allegedly beaten to death following a dispute in Udaipur late Monday night. According to the victims family, the Auto-Rickshaw Driver Beaten to Death with Sticks in Udaipur; Six Suspects Detained
Udaipur Pichwai Artists Honoured at Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Droupadi Murmu
Artists Ganesh Lal Gaur and Pushkar Lohar recognised for showcasing Mewars traditional art through three special paintings Udaipur, November 10, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Renowned Pichwai artists from Udaipur, Udaipur Pichwai Artists Honoured at Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Droupadi Murmu
Patience Is Essential in Adverse Circumstances: Prashant Agrawal
Apno Se Apni Baat programme highlights self-awareness and dedication to duty through stories of King Janaka and Ashtavakra Udaipur, November 10, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Narayan Seva Sansthan President Patience Is Essential in Adverse Circumstances: Prashant Agrawal
New Hyundai Creta Interior Leaked Before Launch
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Digital Desk | Guwahati/Agartala, Nov 9 (IANS) After Assam, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has begun introducing electric train services on a full-fledged basis in Tripura following the successful completion of several trial runs of electric locomotives in the state, officials said on Monday. On July 4, the NFR introduced the first-ever Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) train service in the Northeast region, connecting Tripura with southern Assam. Train number 20502 Anand Vihar--Agartala Tejas Rajdhani Express ran successfully on electric traction from end to end last week, an NFR official told IANS. He said that, in a phased manner, long-distance express trains hauled by electric locomotives would now be operated in Tripura, making it the second state in the Northeastern region after Assam to have such services. Equipped with modern passenger amenities, the MEMU train has a carrying capacity of 3,600 passengers and connects Agartala with Karimganj in neighbouring Assam. The NFR official said that the train, which was earlier operating as a Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU), has now been successfully upgraded to a Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU), marking a significant technological advancement following the electrification of the railway route. Unlike DEMU trains, MEMU services operate on electric traction, making them more environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and economical to operate. According to NFR officials, the environment-friendly MEMU train is equipped with several modern passenger amenities, including LED lighting, 12 stainless steel coaches, bio-toilets, a GPS-based passenger information system displaying details of the next station and platform, a public address system, CCTV surveillance, and several other advanced facilities. Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath told IANS that the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (TSECL) has completed 100 per cent electrification of the state's 271-km railway network. He recalled that the first train reached Dharmanagar in northern Tripura in 1964, while it took another 44 years for railway connectivity to reach the state capital, Agartala, in 2008. Rail connectivity was further extended to Sabroom in southern Tripura in 2019, marking another significant milestone in the expansion of the state's railway network. Nath said that after Narendra Modi assumed office as Prime Minister in 2014, the broad-gauge conversion project in Tripura was completed, replacing the earlier metre-gauge railway line. He also noted that the international railway link connecting Agartala with Akhaura in Bangladesh was completed in 2023. The present state and Central governments are committed to ensuring development and accelerating the state's progress, Nath had said. The broad-gauge railway network from Churaibari, along the Tripura-Assam border, to Sabroom, near the India-Bangladesh border, now spans 271 km. All related development and expansion works were completed within seven years, the minister said. Under the Centres Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, redevelopment work is currently underway at four railway stations in Tripura -- Agartala, Udaipur, Kumarghat, and Dharmanagar. Tripura is currently connected to several major cities in the country, including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Firozpur, and Patna, through various long-distance express train services. Meanwhile, the Lumding-Badarpur mountainous section in Assam is the only rail link connecting Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and southern Assam with the rest of the country, making it one of the most vital and strategically important railway corridors in the Northeast. (Sujit Chakraborty can be contacted at sujitchakrabortyne@gmail.com)
IIMU Senior Associate Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIMU) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for the post of Senior Associate Programs. Online applications will be accepted till 26 November 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, iimu.ac.in.
CM Saha to inaugurate three-day Diwali festival at 525-year-old Tripura Sundari temple tomorrow
Digital Desk | Agartala, Nov 7 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha will inaugurate a three-day Diwali festival at the historic 525-year-old Maa Tripura Sundari Temple in Gomati district on Sunday, officials said on Saturday. The famous temple, located at Udaipur and regarded as one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, was built in 1501 by Maharaja Dhanya Manikya. Local MLA Abhishek Debroy and Gomati District Magistrate Rinku Lather said all arrangements for the annual festival had been completed. A Bhajan Sandhya and a drone show are among the major attractions scheduled for the inaugural day. Meanwhile, elaborate security arrangements have been put in place to manage the expected rush of devotees and visitors. Inspector General of Police (Law and Order) Manchak Ipper and Anirban Das inspected the fairground and reviewed police deployment, traffic management, crowd control and emergency response measures. The district police chief monitoring the security aspects on a round-the-clock basis. As part of the security measures, the district administration has imposed a no-fly zone within a five-km radius of the temple from November 8 to 10. The restriction prohibits the operation of drones, manned and unmanned aircraft, and other aerial objects during the festival. However, aerial devices specifically authorised for use at the Diwali Mela have been exempted from the order. Meanwhile, fulfilling a long-awaited public demand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 22 last year inaugurated the redeveloped Mata Tripura Sundari temple and offered prayers at the Kali temple. A senior official of the Tourism Department said that under the PRASHAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive) scheme of the Union Tourism Ministry, the 525-year-old Tripura Sundari temple has been redeveloped at a cost of more than Rs 54 crore. The Central government provided Rs 34.43 crore, while the Tripura government contributed Rs 17.61 crore towards the project. The temple, built in 1501 by the state's erstwhile king Maharaja Dhanya Manikya in Udaipur, is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas in the country and the third such shrine in eastern India after the Kali temple in Kolkata's Kalighat and the Kamakhya temple in Guwahati. After 517 years of monarchy, on October 15, 1949, the erstwhile princely state of Tripura merged with the Indian Union following an agreement signed between Kanchan Prabha Devi, the then regent Maharani, and the Governor-General of India.
Forget Gas Stoves, This Indian Restaurant Still Cooks Every Dish On A Chulha
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Election Vote Dispute: Son Kills Mother In Rajasthan
A man in Rajasthan's Udaipur district allegedly killed his mother with a stick after she intervened to stop him from attacking his father during a dispute over voting in the sarpanch election. The accused also attacked his elder brother and has been arrested.
110 NCC cadets sail 405 km in 10-day Udaipur expedition
K G M Agro India Applies for Brand Registration of Double Swastik Bran to Protect Brand Identity
VMPL Udaipur (Rajasthan) [India], November 6: K G M Agro India Pvt. Ltd., a manufacturer of wheat flour and related products, has applied for brand registration of its cattle feed product, Double Swastik Bran, to safeguard its brand identity and prevent the unauthorised use of its brand name in the market. The company has been manufacturing Maida, Suji, Atta and Bran under the Double Swastik brand name since 2004. Over the years, its Wheat Bran, a cattle feed product, has witnessed strong demand in the Indian market, according to the company. The brand registration application follows concerns over competitors allegedly using the same brand name, Double Swastik, to sell their products. The company has taken this step to protect the brand identity it has developed through its manufacturing experience and product quality. Through this application, K G M Agro India aims to safeguard its brand recognition and help distinguish its products in the marketplace. K G M Agro India Pvt. Ltd. oper...
Rajasthan Panchayat polls: Stone pelting, arson at Udaipur counting site
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 6 (IANS) Stone pelting and arson were reported at a vote-counting centre in Rajasthans Udaipur district following the announcement of Gram Panchayat election results late on Thursday night, while several prominent political families witnessed electoral setbacks in the third phase of the Panchayati Raj elections. In Navaghara Gram Panchayat, under the Kherwara Panchayat Samiti in Udaipur district, violence broke out after Pushpa Devi was declared the winner at around 11:30 p.m. on Thursday. According to locals, supporters of the defeated candidate became agitated as the winning candidate was being escorted from the counting centre towards her residence. They allegedly pelted stones at the counting site, set fire to property and vandalised several vehicles parked on the premises. Police teams, including personnel from Bawalwada, rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control. Fire brigade personnel were also called to extinguish the flames. In another incident, a dispute erupted during vote counting in Darr Barahna Gram Panchayat under the Bayana Panchayat Samiti in Bharatpur district. Vimla Kumari was initially declared the winner by just one vote after two rounds of counting. However, the rival candidate and her supporters alleged that three votes had not been counted, triggering a commotion. Bayana SDM Alka Srivastava reached the spot, following which it was decided to conduct the counting at her office. The elections also witnessed defeats for candidates belonging to prominent political families. Kapil Meena, son of BJP MLA Shanta Meena from Salumbar, lost the Sarpanch election in Semari Gram Panchayat. His late father, Amritlal Meena, had also served as a BJP MLA. Kamala Parmar, the sister-in-law of Congress MLA Dayaram Parmar from Kherwara in Udaipur, also lost the Sarpanch election. She had contested from the Mahuwal Gram Panchayat under the Nayagaon Panchayat Samiti. Her husband, Pannalal, the MLA's brother, contested from Ward 6 of the Panchayat Samiti on a Congress ticket and is among the contenders for the post of Pradhan. The Panchayat Samiti election results are scheduled to be declared on November 20. Shobha Bhardwaj, wife of Mahendra Bhardwaj, who served as media advisor to former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, won the Sarpanch election from Deoli in Tonk district. She defeated her rival, Manju, by 124 votes. Tamma Kanwar, aunt of Chittorgarh MLA Chandrabhan Singh Aakya, was also elected Sarpanch from Aakya village under the Bhadesar Panchayat Samiti. In Mandfiya, Rajkumar Vaishnav, son of former Shri Sanwaliya Temple chairman Kanhaiya Lal Vaishnav, also registered a victory. In Jalore district, Chhaganlal Bhil won the Sarpanch election in Kumbhiya Gram Panchayat under the Chitalwana Panchayat Samiti, defeating Ugam Devi, wife of Naib Tehsildar Virmaram, by 13 votes. Veji Devi, mother of Dr Narsiram Chaudhary, personal assistant to Sanchore MLA Jivaram Chaudhary, was elected Sarpanch from Dabal village. Supporters celebrated her victory by lifting the PA onto their shoulders. In Dausa district, a commotion broke out at the Baroli polling booth following allegations that the seal of a ballot box had been broken. Meanwhile, Mausam Meena, wife of Narcotics Control Bureau officer Dharam Singh Meena, won the Sarpanch election in Ganipur Gram Panchayat under the Sikrai Panchayat Samiti. In Udaipur district, Kanhaiyalal Ahari won the Sarpanch election in Kalyanpur Gram Panchayat, with supporters celebrating the victory through dancing. Separately, election official Mohammad Luqman suffered a heart attack while counting votes in Rajmahal Gram Panchayat under the Deoli Panchayat Samiti in Tonk district. He was admitted to Deoli Sub-District Hospital and subsequently referred to a higher medical centre due to his critical condition. The election results also included the victory of Nausar Devi, who was elected Sarpanch of one of Rajasthan's smallest Gram Panchayats. Polling for the post of Up-Sarpanch (deputy village head) is being held on Friday as part of the third phase of the Panchayati Raj elections. Elections for the posts of Panch and Sarpanch were conducted on Thursday across 3,716 Gram Panchayats, with results declared late Thursday night.
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IIM Udaipur Chief Operating Officer Recruitment 2026
Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIM Udaipur), Incubation Centre, has released the notification for the post of Chief Operating Officer - Impact Programs. Eligible candidates can apply online at iimu.ac.in till 10 November 2026.
NBCC to Develop Maharana Pratap Tourist Circuit at Haldighati, Rajasthan
Rajasthan: In a significant initiative to preserve, celebrate and showcase Indias rich historical and cultural heritage, NBCC is undertaking the development of the Maharana Pratap Tourist Circuit at Haldighati, Rajasthan, located approximately one hour from Udaipur. With an estimated sanctioned project cost of 168.39 crore (exclusing GST), the project envisages transforming Haldighati into a landmark []
Goods Train Derails on Ratlam-Godhra Rail Line, Disrupting Delhi-Mumbai Train Traffic
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US Strikes Iran, Escalating Conflict and Nuclear Concerns
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Power Cut in Udaipur Today, November 3: Several Areas to Face Electricity Shutdown
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IAS Shikhar Agrawal case: Rajasthan CM reaffirms zero-tolerance policy on corruption
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Nov 2 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has reiterated the state government's zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, emphasising transparency, accountability and strict financial discipline in government schemes and investment promotion. Following the Chief Minister's intervention, the State-Level Scrutiny Committee of the Industries and Commerce Department has put on hold the customised package approved for M/s Goyal Fashions Private Limited under the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS). The company will not receive any benefits or concessions until the preliminary ACB investigation is concluded. The Commissioner of Industries and Commerce has issued the necessary orders. The decision assumes significance in light of the allegations involving senior IAS officer Shikhar Agrawal, former Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries Department, and Goyal Fashions Private Limited, which operates resorts under the Ananta brand. The Rajasthan government has approved a detailed ACB investigation into allegations that Agrawal misused his official position to extend undue benefits to the company in return for personal and family-related benefits. The allegations include preferential concessions, relaxations in resort construction norms and approvals without proper verification of mandatory certificates. The ACB is also examining property transactions involving Agrawal and his family members. Preliminary findings reportedly point to the purchase of multiple villas and cottages at Ananta resorts in Udaipur and Alwar at prices allegedly below market value. Investigators are examining the financial transactions, timing of registrations and possible links with government concessions. The government has granted approval for further investigation under Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma's government has made it clear that industrial development and investment promotion cannot come at the cost of transparency and integrity. The decision to withhold Goyal Fashions' benefits pending investigation underscores its commitment to protecting public resources and ensuring that government incentives are granted strictly in accordance with the rules.
8 Workers Killed After Roadwork Machine Touches Power Line In Rajasthan
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Labourers electrocuted in Jhunjhunu Rajasthan while working on road-construction project
SHO Udaipurwati Rampal said that a machine being used to mix gravel came into contact with an overhead high-tension power line causing the electrocution
At least eight labourers were electrocuted while working on a road-construction project in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district on Monday, police said. The incident occurred in Chhapoli village under the Udaipurwati police station area.
Bengaluru, November 2, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the newly launched Vande Bharat Sleeper Express between Bengaluru and Mumbai as a major initiative Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train: PM Modi Calls It a Major Step Towards Better Rail Connectivity
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Indore-Dahod Rail Project: Electric Engine Speed Trial Between Tihi and Dhar on November 2
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Gwalior Power Cut Today, November 2: Several Areas to Face 4-Hour Electricity Shutdown
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Horoscope Today, November 2, 2026: Predictions for All 12 Zodiac Signs
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Personality Development Programme Held at Pacific Institute of Physiotherapy in Udaipur
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Aligarh Power Cut Today, November 2: Atrauli Areas to Face 11-Hour Electricity Shutdown
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Fire Breaks Out in Udaipur Apartment Due to AC Compressor Explosion
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Tragic Accident Claims Lives of Three Friends in Rajasthan
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ACB probes Agrawals past; tenuresince Udaipur DC stint under lens
KU concludes convention on climate-resilient agriculture
Srinagar Oct 31: The Department of Botany, University of Kashmir (KU), concluded the three-day 43rd Annual National Convention of ISMPP, held from October 29 to 31, under the theme Advances and Challenges in Plant Pathology under Climate Resilient Agriculture. The event was organised in collaboration with the Indian Society of Mycology and Plant Pathology (ISMPP) and Rajasthan College of Agriculture, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, The convention was sponsored by Teknocare Engineers, Next Gen Life Sciences, Frutech Agro Genetix, Unique Scientific, J&K Bank, Hazratbal, and JK Science Technology and Innovation Council. The event aimed to explore research approaches, disease management strategies and scientific interventions for protecting crops and strengthening climate-resilient agriculture. Speaking at the valedictory ceremony, Dean Academic Affairs, KU, Prof. Shariefuddin Pirzada, highlighted the importance of plant pathology research in addressing agricultural challenges. Research in plant pathology is vital for understanding emerging crop diseases and developing effective strategies to protect agricultural production under changing climatic conditions, he said. Dr. T. R. Sharma, Former Deputy Director General, ICAR, and National Fellow, IARI, New Delhi, spoke about the importance of sustained research and scientific collaboration in addressing challenges in crop protection. Delivering the R. Prasad Memorial Lecture, he shared his research journey spanning over three decades, with particular focus on rice and rice blast. He was also felicitated with the Prof. S. S. Chahal Lifetime Achievement Award. President, ISMPP, Prof. S. S. Chahal, and Head, Department of Botany KU, and Convenor, Prof. Aijaz Ahmad Wani, also shared their remarks on the occasion. Prof. Pokhar Rawal, Secretary, ISMPP, announced the Society's awards, including the presidential lecture, memorial lecture and competition awards. Earlier, Organising Secretary, Prof. Mohd. Yaqub, in his welcome address, highlighted the objectives of the convention. The convention witnessed the participation of scientists, researchers, faculty members and young scholars. The event featured invited, memorial and contributed oral presentations, along with around 49 poster presentations by participants from different institutions. The inaugural ceremony of the event was graced by Minister for Agriculture Production, Finance, Mining and Cooperatives J&K Govt, Shri Javid Ahmad Dar. Awards were presented across four oral presentation sessions, two poster presentation sessions and a special category. The event proceedings were conducted by Prof. Anzar Khuroo, faculty at Department of Botany and vote of thanks was delivered by Prof. Najeeb Mughal, co-organising secretary. The organizing committee, which included Co-convener Abdul Hamid Wani and Co-organising Secretaries Dr. Pokhar Rawal, Dr.Mohmad Arief Zargar, Dr. Sajad un Nabi and Prof. Mohd. Najeeb Mughal, expressed gratitude to all the participants and delegates.
