Two Medical Students Killed as Car Crashes Into Trailer in Udaipur
Udaipur, September 26: Two medical students were killed and two others were seriously injured after their car collided with a trailer on the Debari-Amberi National Highway in Udaipur district on Saturday afternoon. The accident took place at around 3:30 pm in the Pratap Nagar police station area, about 100 metres from the Ramdevji Temple. According ... Read more Two Medical Students Killed as Car Crashes Into Trailer in Udaipur
Rajasthan CM announces Rs 924 crore projects for Udaipur division
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth Rs 924 crore across the Udaipur division, emphasising the importance of tribal art and cultural traditions to Rajasthans identity. Addressing a programme in Pratapgarh, Sharma said the state government was committed to preserving tribal heritage while promoting products and creating livelihood opportunities. He noted that tribal communities would benefit from better markets, fair prices and new opportunities through organisations such as Rajasangh and CONFED. Referring to the Gram Vikas Chaupal held in Bambori, Sharma said the interaction allowed discussions on local culture and villagers needs. He added that under Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership, the government was expanding employment and amenities in rural areas, including water, electricity, roads, education and healthcare. Sharma said the double-engine government had dedicated 423 projects worth Rs 256 crore to tribal regions. These included 14 power projects worth Rs 87 crore, 15 drinking water and irrigation projects worth Rs 75 crore, seven road projects worth Rs 22 crore, and 19 school-related projects worth Rs 9 crore. Other works covered healthcare, skill development, environmental conservation, hostels and tribal development. Foundation stones were also laid for 1,029 projects worth Rs 668 crore, including 299 road projects worth Rs 429 crore, 562 rural development projects worth Rs 73 crore and six major health infrastructure projects worth Rs 71 crore. Altogether, 1,452 projects worth Rs 924 crore were inaugurated or launched across seven districts of the division. Sharma highlighted national tribal welfare initiatives under PM Modi, including the Rs 24,000-crore PM-JANMAN scheme and the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan, aimed at providing housing, electricity, clean water, healthcare and roads to over 60,000 tribal villages. He also mentioned expanding Eklavya Model Residential Schools and hostel facilities. Rajasthans measures included increasing honorariums for educators, assistants, sanitation and health workers at Maa-Badi centres, establishing 530 Van Dhan Vikas Kendras in eight districts, and setting up a skill development centre in Udaipur. The monthly mess allowance for students was raised to Rs 3,250, while 250 new Maa-Badi centres were sanctioned. A total of 5,947 centres have been inaugurated under the Adi-Karmyogi Abhiyan. Sharma said 2.36 lakh agricultural minikits were distributed to tribal farmers, and loans worth Rs 925 crore were disbursed under the Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Rajasthan Dalit-Tribal Enterprise Promotion Scheme. He also highlighted the Saundh Mati-Adi Dharohar documentation scheme for tribal art and the inaugural Adi Gaurav Samman ceremony at Mangarh Dham. On employment, Sharma said 1.90 lakh posts had been filled during the governments tenure, with recruitment underway for 1.22 lakh posts and a calendar issued for 1.25 lakh posts scheduled for 2026. He added that e-libraries and e-Mitra services were being made available at panchayat level through Atal Gyan Kendras. He said agreements had been signed with various states on water availability, including projects related to the Ramjal Setu link, Yamuna water sharing, Narmada and Kishau. Efforts were also underway to ensure daytime electricity supply to farmers across Rajasthan by 2027. Revenue Minister Hemant Meena said Rajasthan was witnessing rapid development under Sharmas leadership, with Pratapgarh receiving projects in drinking water, roads, healthcare, education and electricity. During the programme, Sharma launched Aadipar, the first honey product under the Vangiri brand, introduced by Rajasangh to promote minor forest produce from tribal areas.
Rajasthan: Three, including two medical students, killed in Udaipur crash
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 26 (IANS) Three people, including two MBBS students, were killed and two others critically injured after a speeding car collided head-on with a trailer on the Debari-Amberi National Highway in Udaipur on Saturday afternoon. The accident occurred around 3:30 p.m. near the Ramdevji Temple in the Pratapnagar police station area. Police said a Honda City travelling from Debari towards Amberi first hit a road divider after the driver apparently lost control. The car then crossed into the opposite lane and collided with an oncoming trailer. The impact left the vehicle mangled, trapping its occupants inside. Additional Superintendent of Police Umesh Ojha confirmed that all four occupants were MBBS students at Pacific Medical College in Umarda, Udaipur. The deceased were identified as Uday Bansal, a resident of Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and Ruchika Parihar, 25, from Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. Police said a third person also died in the crash. The injured include Shashank Singh, son of Lakshminarayan and a resident of Haryana, who sustained serious injuries and was admitted to a private hospital. Another female student travelling in the car was also critically injured. Police said efforts were underway to confirm the identity of the third deceased person and the injured woman. Residents and police worked together to extricate the victims from the wreckage. The bodies of the deceased were taken to the mortuary, while the two critically injured were rushed to hospital. Their condition was reported to be serious. The accident caused significant traffic disruption on the highway, with vehicles queuing on both sides. Police deployed a crane to remove the wrecked car and trailer from the road, restoring traffic flow after clearing the scene. Preliminary investigation suggests the car lost control, struck the divider, and entered the opposite lane before colliding with the trailer. Police have launched a probe into the incident.
Punjab: Congress asks CM Mann to vacate ministerial houses from illegal occupants
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Sep 26 (IANS) Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring on Saturday asked Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to get all ministerial houses vacated from illegal occupants. He also demanded that the government charge penal rent from the occupants, as had been done in previous cases. Warring criticised Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Gayatri Bishnoi for using foul language against Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira, saying such abuse was unacceptable and Punjabis would neither forget nor forgive it. He held Mann responsible, alleging that the Chief Minister had surrendered before his Delhi bosses and was acting as a mute spectator. Who has allowed and authorised such people to occupy the ministerial houses, while the ministers in whose names these houses have been allotted are forced to stay outside? Warring asked. He referred to the allotment of a house in Chandigarh to then AAP MP Raghav Chadha, who has since joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Warring also alleged misuse of Punjab Police personnel and vehicles during Chadhas wedding in Udaipur, claiming public money was squandered. He further said Chadha had been allotted a palatial house in Chandigarh and an entire floor in Punjab Bhawan, New Delhi, exclusively for his use. Warring alleged that ministerial suites were allotted to personal assistants of AAP leaders. At the same time, other rooms in Punjab Bhawan were given to AAP workers from different states during campaigning in Delhi. The Congress leader questioned under what rules Gayatri Bishnoi and her parents had been allotted a ministerial house in Chandigarh. Even if this has been allotted for the treatment of her father, how many people from Punjab who come for treatment to Chandigarh are allotted such houses? he asked. Directing his criticism at CM Mann, Warring said, Did the people of Punjab elect you for this, that Punjabs ministers are not allowed to stay in their allotted houses and outsiders are allowed to occupy them? He added that Kapurthala House and Nabha House in New Delhi, as well as Circuit Houses, were being misused. This is not misuse, but complete abuse, and this has never happened before in Punjab, Warring remarked.
Nivedita Menon Udaipur Lecture Sparks Protest Over Kashmir and India Remarks
Former Jawaharlal Nehru University professor Nivedita Menon has become the centre of a fresh controversy in Rajasthan after a group of civil society organisations in Udaipur demanded cancellation of her proposed Rama Mehta Memorial Lecture, citing her past comments on Kashmir, nationalism, religion and Indian institutions. The groups held a press conference on September 19 [] The post Nivedita Menon Udaipur Lecture Sparks Protest Over Kashmir and India Remarks appeared first on Tfipost.com .
MDS School Wins Double Team Title in District-Level Lawn Tennis Championship
Udaipur: Players from MDS School delivered an impressive performance at the 70th District-Level Lawn Tennis Championship for the Under-14 and Under-17 age groups, winning both team titles and securing the top two positions in the Under-14 singles event. The MDS players displayed strong skills and competitive spirit throughout the tournament, bringing a double title to ... Read more MDS School Wins Double Team Title in District-Level Lawn Tennis Championship
Pacific University Student Nishant Nagda Selected for Indian Lacrosse Team
Udaipur: Nishant Nagda, a first-year B.Sc. student at Pacific College of Basic and Applied Science, PAHER University, Udaipur, has been selected for the Indian Lacrosse team for an upcoming international competition. The achievement has brought pride and excitement to the college and university community. As part of the official preparations of the Indian national team, ... Read more Pacific University Student Nishant Nagda Selected for Indian Lacrosse Team
Fake Carts, Real Cravings: Inside the Dopamine Sites Going Viral From Seoul to Udaipur
On Friday afternoon I ordered a biryani and a plate of chole bhature. The bill came to Rs 1,293. A cartoon dog called Biscuit set off with my order, paused halfway because, the app told me, he had spotted another dog,
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Seven Pacific MBA Students Selected by Taste of Mom at
Udaipur: Bihar-based FMCG startup Taste of Mom has selected seven MBA students from PAHER (Pacific) University for the position of Management Trainee, offering them an annual CTC of 15 lakh. All seven selected students are currently studying in the third semester of the MBA programme. The achievement has been described as an encouraging milestone for ... Read more Seven Pacific MBA Students Selected by Taste of Mom at 15 Lakh Annual Package
70th District-Level Chess Championship Begins at MDS Public School
Udaipur: The 70th District-Level Chess Championship was inaugurated at MDS Public School on September 20. The event was inaugurated by the schools founder, Ramesh Chandra Somani, who interacted with the players and formally opened the competition. He wished all participants success and encouraged them to give their best. Boys and girls from the Under-14, Under-17 ... Read more 70th District-Level Chess Championship Begins at MDS Public School
Laser Technology Workshop Organised at GBH
Udaipur: A workshop on laser technology was organised by the Department of Dermatology at the American International Institute of Medical Sciences in Bedwas. Doctors, nursing staff and medical students from GBH General and Cancer Hospital participated in the workshop. Dr Jaya Verma, Dr Anuj Kothari, Dr Chetna Gehlot, Dr Pravesh Walecha, Dr Shrishti Agrawal and ... Read more Laser Technology Workshop Organised at GBH
Pacific Dental College and Hospital Becomes First in Rajasthan to Receive NABH Accreditation
Udaipur: Pacific Dental College and Hospital, Debari, has received the prestigious National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) accreditation, marking a significant achievement in dental healthcare and education. With this recognition, Pacific Dental College and Hospital has become the first dental college and hospital in Rajasthan to receive NABH accreditation. The institution has ... Read more Pacific Dental College and Hospital Becomes First in Rajasthan to Receive NABH Accreditation
Black Rock Hotels plans to scale up to 4,500 keys
Black Rock Hotels & Resorts, founded by Anshul Bhargava, aims to expand its portfolio to 4,500 hotel rooms by 2031. The company operates on a revenue share model, paying owners 25% of gross revenue. It anticipates launching its first owned property with 241 rooms in Udaipur by March 2027. Meanwhile, Black Rock is also exploring international properties in Dubai, Maldives, and Mauritius.
Indian Railways announces Bharat Gaurav train from Solapur on October 21
The tour, titled Divine Rajasthan with Khatu Shyam Ji and Ujjain Yatra, will cover Udaipur, Nathdwara, Pushkar, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Khatu Shyam Ji and Ujjain. Package prices start at Rs 18,670 per person.
Udaipur schools told to boost facilities, ensure hygiene after CJP inspection
Hindustan Zinc Wins 50 Gold Awards at CCQC 2026
Udaipur, September 23, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Hindustan Zinc, one of the worlds largest integrated zinc producers and among the worlds top silver producers, secured 50 Gold and 9 Silver awards at the Chapter Convention on Quality Concepts (CCQC) 2026. The company presented a total of 59 projects from its various mines and smelter units. All ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Wins 50 Gold Awards at CCQC 2026
Hindustan Zinc Demonstrates Quality Leadership with 50 Gold Awards at CCQC 2026
59 projects from Hindustan Zincs mines and smelters were presented at CCQC 2026. Hindustan Zinc secured 50 Gold Awards and 9 Silver Awards across its operations. All Gold Award-winning teams qualified for the National Convention on Quality Concepts (NCQC) 2026. Udaipur, 23 September 2026: Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), the worlds largest ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Demonstrates Quality Leadership with 50 Gold Awards at CCQC 2026
Anant Sutra, Pitru Paksha and Nala-Damayanti Stories Highlighted in Spiritual Programme
Udaipur, September 23: The spiritual programme Apnon Se Apni Baat, being broadcast on Aastha Channel from the World of Humanity under the guidance of Narayan Seva Sansthan President Prashant Agrawal, concluded on Wednesday with inspiring stories related to Anant Chaturdashi, Pitru Paksha and Nala-Damayanti. Story of Anant Sutra During the programme, Agrawal narrated the story ... Read more Anant Sutra, Pitru Paksha and Nala-Damayanti Stories Highlighted in Spiritual Programme
Udaipur-Surat Vande Bharat to Run Regularly From October 3
Udaipur: The Udaipur-Surat Vande Bharat Express will start regular operations from Udaipur to Surat from October 3, providing improved rail connectivity between Mewar and major cities. The announcement comes after reports that the extension of the Udaipur-Asarva Vande Bharat Express to Surat could be cancelled had disappointed people in Mewar. Udaipur MP Dr Mannalal Rawat ... Read more Udaipur-Surat Vande Bharat to Run Regularly From October 3
MP Dr Mannalal Rawat Holds Meeting With Officials Over Pollution and Public Complaints in Udaipur
Udaipur: Udaipur and Salumber MP Dr Mannalal Rawat held a meeting with officials to discuss complaints related to environmental pollution, health and drinking water problems in industrial, lake and mining-affected areas of the two districts. Dr Rawat placed the complaints received from local residents before the concerned departments and directed officials to take immediate steps ... Read more MP Dr Mannalal Rawat Holds Meeting With Officials Over Pollution and Public Complaints in Udaipur
Rajasthan Excise Drive: Liquor Worth Over
Udaipur, September 23, 2026: The Rajasthan Excise Department has seized Indian-made foreign liquor worth more than 1.11 crore and arrested 271 people as part of a special preventive campaign against illegal liquor activities across the state. The campaign is being conducted under the direction of Excise Commissioner Namit Mehta to prevent the illegal manufacturing, storage, ... Read more Rajasthan Excise Drive: Liquor Worth Over 1.11 Crore Seized, 271 Arrested
Yaan Enterprises rises on bagging order worth Rs 15.86 crore
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Yaan Enterprises is currently trading at Rs. 136.00, up by 1.60 points or 1.19% from its previous closing of Rs. 134.40 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 146.95 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 146.95 and Rs. 136.00 respectively. So far 687 shares were traded ... Read more Yaan Enterprises rises on bagging order worth Rs 15.86 crore
Indian Hotels Company gains on opening Ginger Goa, Arpora
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): The Indian Hotels Company is currently trading at Rs. 740.20, up by 3.00 points or 0.41% from its previous closing of Rs. 737.20 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 739.95 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 740.00 and Rs. 736.70 respectively. So far 3560 shares ... Read more Indian Hotels Company gains on opening Ginger Goa, Arpora
Lemon Tree Hotels moves up on opening Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels in Nashik
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Lemon Tree Hotels is currently trading at Rs. 108.20, up by 0.65 points or 0.60% from its previous closing of Rs. 107.55 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 107.90 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 108.45 and Rs. 107.90 respectively. So far 1459 shares were ... Read more Lemon Tree Hotels moves up on opening Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels in Nashik
Jindal Supreme (India) lists with 31% premium on the BSE
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Jindal Supreme (India) has debuted at Rs 121.90 on the BSE, up by 28.90 points or 31.08% from its issue price of Rs 93.00. The scrip is currently trading at Rs 127.99, up by 34.99 points or 37.62% from its issue price. It has touched a high and low of ... Read more Jindal Supreme (India) lists with 31% premium on the BSE
Axiscades Technologies climbs on incorporating subsidiary company
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Axiscades Technologies is currently trading at Rs. 1961.15, up by 70.00 points or 3.70% from its previous closing of Rs. 1891.15 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 1891.20 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 1985.45 and Rs. 1891.20 respectively. So far 9809 shares were traded ... Read more Axiscades Technologies climbs on incorporating subsidiary company
Hero Motors lists at 2% discount on the BSE
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Hero Motors has debuted at Rs 82.10 on the BSE, down by 1.90 points or 2.26% from its issue price of Rs 84.00. The scrip is currently trading at Rs 96.07, up by 12.07 points or 14.37% from its issue price. It has touched a high and low of Rs. ... Read more Hero Motors lists at 2% discount on the BSE
Sugs Lloyd touches roof on securing LoA from Marshal Enterprises
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Sugs Lloyd is currently locked at its upper circuit limit of Rs. 271.55, up by 12.90 points or 4.99% from its previous closing of Rs. 258.65 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 271.55 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 271.55 and Rs. 271.55 respectively. So ... Read more Sugs Lloyd touches roof on securing LoA from Marshal Enterprises
Udaipur Reservation Lottery: ST Gets 15 Pradhan Seats, 10 Reserved for Women
Udaipur, September 23, 2026: The reservation lottery for District Council members, Panchayat Samiti Pradhans and Panchayat Samiti member wards was held in Udaipur on Wednesday. Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates received the highest share of reserved Pradhan posts, with 15 seats reserved for the category. Of the 15 ST-reserved Pradhan posts, seven have been reserved for ... Read more Udaipur Reservation Lottery: ST Gets 15 Pradhan Seats, 10 Reserved for Women
Oswal Pumps zooms on securing LoI worth Rs 297.50 crore from TGREDCO
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Oswal Pumps is currently trading at Rs. 289.00, up by 14.95 points or 5.46% from its previous closing of Rs. 274.05 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 289.55 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 296.45 and Rs. 287.10 respectively. So far 99259 shares were traded ... Read more Oswal Pumps zooms on securing LoI worth Rs 297.50 crore from TGREDCO
Skipper jumps on securing new orders worth Rs 797 crore
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Skipper is currently trading at Rs. 577.45, up by 15.95 points or 2.84% from its previous closing of Rs. 561.50 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 569.10 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 580.00 and Rs. 563.50 respectively. So far 21805 shares were traded on ... Read more Skipper jumps on securing new orders worth Rs 797 crore
Garware Hi-Tech Films surges on signing MoU with Lubrizol
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Garware Hi-Tech Films is currently trading at Rs. 6510.00, up by 145.10 points or 2.28% from its previous closing of Rs. 6364.90 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 6423.15 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 6665.65 and Rs. 6238.25 respectively. So far 4726 shares were ... Read more Garware Hi-Tech Films surges on signing MoU with Lubrizol
Dhanuka Agritech rises on launching POLIN fungicide in India
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Dhanuka Agritech is currently trading at Rs. 969.20, up by 4.75 points or 0.49% from its previous closing of Rs. 964.45 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 970.25 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 985.25 and Rs. 969.20 respectively. So far 783 shares were traded ... Read more Dhanuka Agritech rises on launching POLIN fungicide in India
Shoppers Stop inches up on expanding retail footprint to 117 stores
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Shoppers Stop is currently trading at Rs. 397.90, up by 3.20 points or 0.81% from its previous closing of Rs. 394.70 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 395.55 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 398.00 and Rs. 391.80 respectively. So far 484 shares were traded ... Read more Shoppers Stop inches up on expanding retail footprint to 117 stores
IRB Infrastructure gains on getting nod to monetize non-core assets located in Mumbai, Pune
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): IRB Infrastructure Developers is currently trading at Rs. 18.29, up by 0.31 points or 1.72% from its previous closing of Rs. 17.98 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 18.32 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 18.61 and Rs. 18.15 respectively. So far 1531104 shares were ... Read more IRB Infrastructure gains on getting nod to monetize non-core assets located in Mumbai, Pune
Allcargo Terminals shines as its total volume rises 6% in August
Mumbai, September 23 (Udaipur Kiran): Allcargo Terminals is currently trading at Rs. 25.10, up by 0.84 points or 3.46% from its previous closing of Rs. 24.26 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 25.49 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 25.99 and Rs. 25.01 respectively. So far 22290 shares were traded ... Read more Allcargo Terminals shines as its total volume rises 6% in August
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 22 (IANS) After the completion of elections for Mayors, Chairpersons and Municipal Presidents, attention has now shifted to the second-tier leadership posts in Rajasthan's Urban Local Bodies. Elections for Deputy Mayors, Deputy Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons are being held on Tuesday across 309 urban bodies, including 10 Municipal Corporations. Of the state's 309 urban bodies, 10 are Municipal Corporations, 51 are Municipal Councils and 248 are Municipalities. Deputy Mayors will be elected in the Municipal Corporations, Deputy Chairpersons in the Municipal Councils, and Vice-Chairpersons in the Municipalities. Elected councilors of the respective urban bodies will participate in the elections. Where necessary, voting will be followed by counting and declaration of results. Elections for the post of Deputy Mayor are being held today in Rajasthan's 10 Municipal Corporations. At the same time, elections are taking place for Deputy Chairpersons in 51 Municipal Councils and Vice-Chairpersons in 248 Municipalities. The local councilor arithmetic is expected to play an important role, particularly in bodies where no party has a clear majority. Independent councilors could also be significant in closely contested elections. Following the completion of polling, votes will be counted and the results declared according to the election schedule. With the results for Mayors, Chairpersons and Municipal Presidents already being declared, political activity has now shifted toward the elections for the corresponding deputy posts. The elections will complete the leadership structure of the state's Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils and Municipalities. In bodies where the councilor numbers are closely divided, parties and local leaders have been focussing on securing the required support. The election for Deputy Mayor of the Alwar Municipal Corporation is scheduled for today. The BJP and Congress finalised their respective strategies late on Monday night. Following the mayoral election, councilors from both parties had stayed at their respective camps. They are expected to arrive at the Municipal Corporation today to participate in the Deputy Mayor election. The BJP won the Mayor's post but is also working to secure the Deputy Mayor position. Political activity has increased at the Municipal Corporation ahead of the election. The Deputy Mayor election process in the Udaipur Municipal Corporation begins on Tuesday. BJP leaders continued discussions over the party's candidate late on Monday night. Dinesh Bhatt's name has reportedly been under consideration, although an official announcement had not been made as of the latest update. The nomination process is scheduled to begin at 10 AM, followed by the remaining stages of the election process. Political activity has intensified at the Municipal Corporation ahead of the vote. Elections for Deputy Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson posts are being held today in five Urban Local Bodies in Karauli district. The Deputy Chairperson election will be held in the Karauli Municipal Council, while Vice-Chairperson elections are scheduled in the municipalities of Todabhim, Sapotra, Mandrayal and Suroth. The nomination process will be completed first, with voting taking place if required. Elected councilors will cast their votes to choose the Deputy Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson. After the completion of the Chairperson and Municipal President elections, political activity has now shifted to the elections for these deputy posts.
Narayan Seva Sansthan 47th Mass Wedding: 50 Couples Tie Knot in Udaipur
Narayan Seva Sansthans 47th free mass wedding in Udaipur united 50 couples, including persons with disabilities. Read how 100 brides and grooms took seven vows and began new family lives. The post Narayan Seva Sansthan 47th Mass Wedding: 50 Couples Tie Knot in Udaipur appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Diamond Power Infrastructure trades higher on bagging orders worth Rs 116.49 crore
Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): Diamond Power Infrastructure is currently trading at Rs. 373.90, up by 6.75 points or 1.84% from its previous closing of Rs. 367.15 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 363.60 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 376.95 and Rs. 361.20 respectively. So far 37964 shares were ... Read more Diamond Power Infrastructure trades higher on bagging orders worth Rs 116.49 crore
Tega Industries zooms as its arm bags contract worth Rs 126 crore
Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): Tega Industries is currently trading at Rs. 2115.00, up by 169.95 points or 8.74% from its previous closing of Rs. 1945.05 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 1945.60 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 2134.60 and Rs. 1932.65 respectively. So far 121718 shares were traded ... Read more Tega Industries zooms as its arm bags contract worth Rs 126 crore
Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): Maruti Suzuki India is currently trading at Rs. 12190.00, up by 45.00 points or 0.37% from its previous closing of Rs. 12145.00 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 12103.15 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 12225.00 and Rs. 12103.15 respectively. So far 88632 shares were ... Read more Maruti Suzuki rises on achieving 1 million vehicle dispatches through in-plant railway sidings in Gujarat, Haryana
IIFL Finance shines on raising Rs 130 crore through NCDs
Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): IIFL Finance is currently trading at Rs. 606.75, up by 6.65 points or 1.11% from its previous closing of Rs. 600.10 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 601.85 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 611.50 and Rs. 598.40 respectively. So far 13779 shares were traded ... Read more IIFL Finance shines on raising Rs 130 crore through NCDs
Udaipur, September 21: The results of municipal chairman elections in Udaipur district have produced a mixed political picture. Congress won the chairman posts in Bhinder and Kanod, while the BJP secured the posts in Mavli and Vallabhnagar. In Fatehnagar-Sanwar, independent candidate Mamta Chaplot was elected chairman. The Fatehnagar-Sanwar election also witnessed a protest after police ... Read more Congress Wins Bhinder and Kanod, BJP Takes Mavli and Vallabhnagar; Independent Wins Fatehnagar-Sanwar
Local poll results show peoples confidence in BJP: Madan Rathore
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 21 (IANS) BJP Rajasthan president Madan Rathore on Monday said the local body election results reflected people's support and confidence in the BJP, crediting the partys performance to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's development agenda and the work of the Bhajanlal Sharma government in Rajasthan. Addressing a press conference after the results, Rathore thanked voters across the state and said the BJP had received widespread support in municipal corporations, municipal councils and municipalities. He said the mandate demonstrated public confidence in the partys leadership and its development-oriented approach. Rathore also said the state governments One State, One Election initiative had reduced election-related expenditure and would provide the government with more time to focus on development and public welfare. He noted that of the 10 municipal corporations in Rajasthan, results for seven were declared on Monday, with the BJP securing a majority in six. According to Rathore, BJP mayors were elected in Alwar, Bhilwara, Ajmer, Pali, Udaipur and Bharatpur. He said the people had endorsed the partys Sankalp Patra (manifesto) and that newly elected BJP representatives would work to fulfil its promises. Rathore added that BJP workers would approach voters with the same commitment during the upcoming Panchayat elections. He attributed the BJPs electoral performance to public faith in Prime Minister Modis development agenda and the work undertaken by the Bhajanlal Sharma government in Rajasthan. Rathore highlighted central government initiatives related to housing, sanitation, and infrastructure, including railway modernisation, doubling and electrification, road development, irrigation projects, and the construction and strengthening of dams. He also cited measures to support farmers, including increases in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) and assistance under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi. Rathore said the Make in India initiative had promoted industrial development and investment, while efforts to attract investors aimed to create employment opportunities. In Rajasthan, he highlighted the state governments work on the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP), the Yamuna Water Agreement, water supply arrangements from Punjab and efforts to ensure the availability of Narmada water. He said the state government was providing additional financial assistance to farmers and focusing on expanding crop insurance benefits. Rathore also pointed to the Rising Rajasthan initiative, saying it had helped promote investment and industries in the state and contributed to employment generation. He said the government was undertaking recruitment drives to provide employment opportunities to young people. He further said the government had taken strict action against criminals and was working to strengthen healthcare, roads, electricity and other basic amenities. Responding to a question about Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra, Rathore launched a personal political attack on his Congress counterpart. Dotasra is a big man; I cannot match him. He can secure benefits for his family, get jobs for family members and avail benefits despite falling under the OBC creamy layer category; I cannot compete with that, Rathore said. He also referred to the Congresss performance in the civic elections, saying the partys candidate in Sadri in Pali received zero votes. In contrast, the official Congress candidate in Pali received only three votes. How can I compare myself to him? We believe in the organisation, he said.
BJP wins 197 Rajasthan civic body posts, Congress bags 94; AAP springs surprise
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 21 (IANS) Results for 301 civic bodies in Rajasthan have been declared so far, with the BJP emerging as the dominant force in the mayoral and chairperson elections. BJP candidates have secured 197 posts, while Congress has won 94. Independents have bagged seven posts, while AAP, CPM and RLP have won one post each. The BJP has also secured mayoral posts in six of Rajasthan's seven municipal corporations whose results have been declared. Congress managed to retain the mayor's post in Bikaner. The results have produced several reversals for Congress, including in Ajmer and Pali, where the party initially appeared to have an advantage based on its councillor numbers. In Ajmer, BJP's Anamika Sharma was elected mayor after securing 43 votes, despite the BJP having won 32 councillor seats in the corporation. In Pali, BJP candidate Namita Bubakia won the mayoral election with 33 votes. The BJP secured 21 councillor seats, while Congress won 29. However, Congress candidate Sumitra Jain received only three votes. The BJP also secured the mayoral posts in Udaipur and Alwar. Paras Singhvi won in Udaipur, while Sumanlata Agarwal emerged victorious in Alwar. Agarwal secured 42 votes against Congress candidate Kamlesh Sharma, who received 23 votes. In Bikaner, Congress candidate Anil Kalla was elected mayor. Kalla is the nephew of former minister BD Kalla. Another notable result came from Atru municipality in Baran, where Congress candidate Nisha Nainwal defeated Krishna Murari Dilawar, brother of Education Minister Madan Dilawar, by three votes in the chairperson election. The results also saw the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) make a surprise entry by winning a civic body chairperson post. CPM and RLP also secured one post each, while independents won seven posts. It may be noted that elections had already been decided unopposed in 32 civic bodies, including the Bhilwara and Bharatpur municipal corporations. The electoral process is not yet complete. Elections for mayoral posts in three municipal corporations, including Jaipur, and one municipality are scheduled for September 25. With the remaining mayoral contests still to be decided, the final political picture of Rajasthan's urban local bodies will emerge only after the September 25 elections.
BJP dominates Rajasthan mayoral polls, wins 6 of 7; Bikaner sole consolation for Congress
The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday further strengthened its position at the grassroot level in Rajasthan after winning the mayoral elections in the municipal corporations in Alwar and Udaipur, while the only consolation for Congress came in Bikaner.
Liquor worth over Rs 45 lakh seized in separate raids in three days across Gujarat
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Sep 21 (IANS) The Gujarat Police's State Monitoring Cell (SMC) seized IMFL and beer worth Rs 45.35 lakh in four separate raids across Ahmedabad, Mehsana, Surendranagar and Surat over the past three days, with the total value of liquor, vehicles and other material seized during the operations exceeding Rs 77 lakh, officials said on Monday. The latest seizure was made in Ahmedabad on Sunday, September 20, when the State Monitoring Cell recovered around 105 boxes containing 5,030 bottles of Indian-made foreign liquor and beer valued at Rs 15,58,800. The raid was conducted near Hanspura Overbridge on Sardar Patel Ring Road, on the public road leading from Dahegam towards Ahmedabad. Police Sub-Inspector D.A. Tuvar led the operation. A vehicle and other material were also seized during the operation, taking the total value of the seized property to Rs 30,58,800. A case was registered at Naroda Police Station against 10 accused, including one arrested and nine wanted, under Sections 65(A)(E), 81, 83 and 116(B) of the Prohibition Act and Sections 336(2), 336(3) and 340(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. The arrested accused has been identified as Jitendra alias Jitu Damor (Meena), a resident of Kherwada taluka in Udaipur district, Rajasthan. The wanted accused include Pravin Damor of Kherwada, Anil Dadu Bharda and Lokesh Patel, along with six others, including the person who allegedly ordered the liquor consignment to Ahmedabad. In another operation, the State Monitoring Cell seized around 94 boxes containing 4,326 bottles of IMFL and beer worth Rs 13,03,315 from the parking area of Sahyog Hotel near Chotila in Surendranagar district on Saturday, September 19. The raid was conducted by Police Sub-Inspector D.A. Tuvar on Ahmedabad-Rajkot National Highway 47. One vehicle was also seized, taking the total value of the seized material to Rs 20,03,315. A case was registered at Chotila Police Station against four wanted accused under Sections 65(A)(E), 81, 83, 98(2) and 116(B) of the Prohibition Act. The accused include the driver and owner or custodian of the four-wheeler allegedly carrying the liquor, the person who sent the foreign liquor consignment, and the person who ordered it. On September 18, the cell seized around 91 boxes containing 3,372 bottles of IMFL and beer worth Rs 10,13,544 near D-Mart Circle on Mehsana Bypass Road. Police Inspector P.P. Brahmbhatt conducted the raid opposite Osiya Mall. A vehicle, a mobile phone, and other material were also seized, taking the total value to Rs 20,43,544. A case was registered at Mehsana Taluka Police Station against five accused under Sections 65(A)(E), 81, 83, 98(2) and 116(B) of the Prohibition Act and Sections 111(3)(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Navrang Bhat was arrested, while Anand Raval of Sathiyala and the owner and FASTag holder of the four-wheeler carrying the liquor were among those listed as wanted. In Surat city, the cell seized around 55 boxes containing 2,143 bottles of IMFL and beer worth Rs 6,59,783 during raids at Singanpor village and at a room near Krupa Residency in Dargah Mohalla. Police Sub-Inspector A.G. Enurkar conducted the operation. Two mobile phones, cash and other material were also seized, taking the total value to Rs 6,76,273. Two accused, Rahul Vamanrao Lakdu (Ahire) and Shubham Kashyap, were arrested. Divyaben alias Dipu Patil, Jitubhai Patil and the persons who allegedly supplied the foreign liquor were named as wanted accused. The State Monitoring Cell said the raids were conducted following directions from Director General of Police (DGP) G.S. Malik to take legal action against illegal liquor and gambling activities in the state.
Udaipur-Mysuru Train to Run on Diverted Route on September 21 and October 5
Udaipur: The Udaipur City-Mysuru rail service will be affected on two dates due to technical work being carried out by South Western Railway at the Tolahnase yard. North Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer Amit Sudarshan said train number 19667, Udaipur City-Mysuru, departing from Udaipur City on September 21, 2026, and October 5, 2026, will ... Read more Udaipur-Mysuru Train to Run on Diverted Route on September 21 and October 5
Bandra Terminus-Udaipur City Express to Halt at Kapasan Station
Udaipur: The Bandra City-Bandra Terminus-Udaipur Terminus Superfast Express (Train No. 22901/22902) will now have a scheduled halt at Kapasan railway station following approval for the stoppage. Residents of the area have welcomed the decision, saying the new halt will provide significant relief to traders, workers and daily passengers from Kapasan, Rajsamand and nearby areas. With ... Read more Bandra Terminus-Udaipur City Express to Halt at Kapasan Station
LG Electronics India gains on launching Convertible Chest Freezer range
Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): LG Electronics India is currently trading at Rs. 1682.30, up by 30.30 points or 1.83% from its previous closing of Rs. 1652.00 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 1661.75 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 1706.00 and Rs. 1657.80 respectively. So far 8508 shares were ... Read more LG Electronics India gains on launching Convertible Chest Freezer range
PVR Inox hits 52-week high on launching three-screen multiplex at DLF Summit Plaza in Gurugram
Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): PVR Inox is currently trading at Rs. 1325.70, up by 54.00 points or 4.25% from its previous closing of Rs. 1271.70 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 1277.00 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 1323.90 and Rs. 1272.00 respectively. So far 30719 shares were traded ... Read more PVR Inox hits 52-week high on launching three-screen multiplex at DLF Summit Plaza in Gurugram
Udaipur now processes organic waste into biogas and compost. A 20-tonne-per-day plant began operations in February 2021. This facility replaced landfill dumping, supporting a circular economy. Compressed Bio Gas fuels cooking and vehicles, generating revenue. The project demonstrates successful waste management through pilot testing.
50 Couples Begin New Life Together at Narayan Seva Sansthan Mass Wedding
Udaipur, September 20: Physical disability could not stop the dreams of 50 couples who held each others hands and took seven sacred vows at the 47th Divyang and Economically Disadvantaged Mass Wedding Ceremony organised by Narayan Seva Sansthan. A total of 100 brides and grooms from different states were married in 50 couples during the ... Read more 50 Couples Begin New Life Together at Narayan Seva Sansthan Mass Wedding
Neil Nitin Mukesh wishes daughter Nurvi on her 8th birthday: You changed everything
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 20 (IANS) Actor and singer Neil Nitin Mukesh penned a lovely wish on his official social media handle as his daughter Nurvi celebrated her 8th birthday on Sunday. The 'New York' actor posted an adorable father-daughter picture with Nurvi on Insta, where both of them were seen smiling for the camera. Neil admitted that her daughter is the one who taught him the real meaning of unconditional love. He shared, You changed everything Happy 8th Birthday my darling daughter Nurvi (red heart and evil eye emojis). You came into my life and changed everything. You didnt just make me a Papa, you taught me what unconditional love truly means. (sic). No matter how big you grow, youll always be my little girl, my greatest blessing and my most beautiful chapter. Happy Birthday, my princess. (Crown and red heart emojis) Papa loves you more than words can ever say. THE MOST (red heart emoticons), the wish further read. Neil married Rukmini Sahay, a Mumbai-based professional from the aviation industry, on 9 February 2017 in a grand ceremony in Udaipur. The couple welcomed their daughter in September 2018. Neil's social media feed is full of such precious moments with his loved ones, along with some cherish memories from the past. On August 27, Neil paid a heartfelt tribute to his grandfather and legendary singer Mukesh on his 50th death anniversary. Reflecting on the glorious legacy left by his grandfather, he wrote, A lifetime of love. A legacy that will live forever. My beloved grandfather, the legendary Mukesh Ji, left us 50 years ago today and yet, it feels like he is amongst us. I never had the privilege of meeting him in person, but I have grown up surrounded by his divine voice, music, memories and the incredible legacy he left behind. I feel deeply honoured and immensely proud to be his grandson. To be able to carry his and my beloved father, @nitinmukesh9 Jis legacy forward is a blessing, he went on to add.
Indian Oil independent director quits over son's petrol pump dealership
Alka Mundra has resigned as an independent director of state-run Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), barely a month after joining the board, saying her son's petrol pump dealership with the company breaches independence criteria under stock market listing rules. In a September 18 letter to the Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, disclosed by the company in a stock exchange filing, Mundra said her son, Madhav Mundra, has operated an IOC retail outlet, Swarn Ganga KSK, in Udaipur, Rajasthan, since 2020. She said the arrangement conflicts with the independence criteria on pecuniary relationships under SEBI's Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) Regulations. Mundra said her son conducts his business independently, without any involvement or intervention from my side, and that she was confident her objectivity would remain unaffected. Nevertheless, she wrote, considering he highest standards of Corporate Governance, she found it inappropriate to
After Years of Struggle, 50 Couples Begin a New Life Together
47th Mass Wedding Ceremony Begins with 50 Couples Udaipur : There were smiles on the faces of some after years of waiting, while others had dreams in their eyes for a better future. Dressed in yellow, 50 couples sat together on a stage decorated with yellow flowers. The scene reflected a new beginning, as if ... Read more After Years of Struggle, 50 Couples Begin a New Life Together
Court Stays UDA Action Against Chaplot House in Udaipur
Udaipur, September 19: The Civil Judge Court (City-North), Udaipur, has granted interim relief to the owner of Chaplot House in Lovely Estate, Rupsagar (Ayad), by staying the proposed sealing or demolition action by the Udaipur Development Authority (UDA). The case relates to Plot Nos. 133 and 134, where the UDA had issued a notice under ... Read more Court Stays UDA Action Against Chaplot House in Udaipur
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.
Political Tensions Rise in Fatehnagar-Sanwar Over Chairman Election
Udaipur, September 18: Political tensions have intensified in Fatehnagar-Sanwar Municipality ahead of the election for the chairmans post, with the BJP and Congress engaged in a close contest and developments surrounding councillor Rajesh Chaplot adding to the uncertainty. The municipality has 25 wards, with the BJP winning 13 and the Congress 12. The BJP therefore ... Read more Political Tensions Rise in Fatehnagar-Sanwar Over Chairman Election
51 Couples to Tie the Knot at Narayan Seva Sansthan
Udaipur, September 18: From dreaming of walking again to wanting to work with their own hands, and from finding a life partner to building a home, 51 differently-abled and economically disadvantaged couples are now set to begin a new chapter of their lives. After undergoing treatment, receiving artificial limbs and assistive devices, and gaining skills ... Read more 51 Couples to Tie the Knot at Narayan Seva Sansthans Mass Wedding
NIIT soars on launching Professional Certificate in FinTech operations
Mumbai, September 18 (Udaipur Kiran): NIIT is currently trading at Rs. 91.95, up by 4.65 points or 5.33% from its previous closing of Rs. 87.30 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 87.90 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 94.35 and Rs. 86.70 respectively. So far 10378 shares were traded on ... Read more NIIT soars on launching Professional Certificate in FinTech operations
Nupur Sanon shares Sanon sisters hack with Kriti Sanon on how to twin without twinning
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 18 (IANS) Actress Nupur Sanon shared a glimpse of her latest festive outing with sister Kriti Sanon, and gave a fun lesson to her followers in co-ordinated fashion with a twist. Sharing pictures with Kriti, Nupur described it as the Sanon Sisters Hack 101 how to twin without actually twinning. In the first picture, Nupur and Kriti are seen posing together in traditional ensembles. Kriti opted for a vibrant purple-blue saree featuring intricate prints and golden detailing, which she paired with a matching choker, earrings and bangles. Nupur, meanwhile, complemented her sister in a green and gold saree with an embellished border and statement jewellery. The sisters posed closely with their arms wrapped around each other and pouting for the camera. Nupur captioned the post as, Sanon Sisters Hack 101: How to twin without twinning. PS : Currently accepting festive mithai, pretty jhumkas and Desi fits. Kriti and Nupur are extremely close to each other and the same was reflected during the latter's wedding in January this year. Nupur married singer Stebin Ben in January 2026. The couple had a three-day wedding celebration in Udaipur, with both Christian and Hindu ceremonies, followed by a Mumbai reception. Kriti was an important part of the celebrations and was seen getting emotional as her younger sister embarked on a new journey of life. Kriti had shared an emotional note welcoming Stebin into the Sanon family, recalling holding Nupur in her arms when she was five and now seeing her sister become a bride. The latest pictures also arrive soon after Kriti found herself at the centre of a social-media controversy over a Raksha Bandhan jewellery advertisement. The advertisement campaign for Raksha Bandhan, where she appeared in an Indo-Western outfit while tying a rakhi to her onscreen brother and pet dog, drew criticism from a section of social-media users over the styling and its portrayal of the festival. The advertisement was then withdrawn by the brand, which also issued an apology. Kriti later responded to the criticism through a social media post, arguing that the essence of festivals lies in the emotions and meaning attached to traditions rather than clothing.
Hindustan Zinc Adds 32 Million Tonnes of Ore Resources and Reserves in FY26
Udaipur, September 17, 2026: Hindustan Zinc Limited, the worlds largest integrated zinc producer and among the top 10 silver producers globally, added 32 million tonnes of gross ore resources and reserves in FY 2025-26, strengthening its exploration programme. The company completed more than 464 kilometres of drilling during the year, with mineralisation found in over ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Adds 32 Million Tonnes of Ore Resources and Reserves in FY26
Hindustan Zinc Adds 32 Million Tonnes to Ore Resources and Reserves
Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc Limited added 32 million tonnes of gross ore resources and reserves during the financial year 2025-26, strengthening its exploration programme. The company completed more than 464 kilometres of drilling during the year, with mineralisation found in more than 88 per cent of the drill holes. The achievement comes alongside record production. ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Adds 32 Million Tonnes to Ore Resources and Reserves
Construction Shapes Life, Ego Can Turn Even Lanka to Ashes: Prashant Agrawal
Udaipur, September 17: The Apno Se Apni Baat discourse being conducted under the guidance of Narayan Seva Sansthan president Prashant Agrawal concluded on Thursday on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti. The concluding session highlighted messages related to craftsmanship, work, self-control, service and the positive use of ones abilities through stories associated with Lord Vishwakarma. Agrawal ... Read more Construction Shapes Life, Ego Can Turn Even Lanka to Ashes: Prashant Agrawal
Hindustan Zinc Strengthens India
Udaipur, September 17, 2026: Hindustan Zinc Limited has highlighted the important role of its young engineers in shaping the future of Indias metal and mining industry on the occasion of Engineers Day. Currently, 57.8 per cent of the companys officers have an engineering background, while 76 per cent of its young professionals are from core ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Strengthens Indias Zinc Industry with Young Engineers
Prashant Agrawal Shares Lessons on Sacrifice, Time and Respect for Parents
Udaipur: Prashant Agrawal, president of Narayan Seva Sansthan, highlighted important life values and practical lessons through inspiring stories related to Lord Ganesha during the ongoing Apno Se Apni Baat discourse on Wednesday. He spoke about the importance of sacrifice, forgiveness, time, and respect and service towards parents, describing these as important lessons for life. A ... Read more Prashant Agrawal Shares Lessons on Sacrifice, Time and Respect for Parents
A Person Should Be Known by Their Work: Prashant Agrawal
Udaipur : Prashant Agrawal, president of Narayan Seva Sansthan, shared messages of regular devotion, humility, forgiveness, service and sensitivity towards those in need through inspiring stories related to Lord Ganesha during the ongoing Apno Se Apni Baat discourse. Narrating the story of devotee Morya, Prashant Agrawal said Morya worshipped Lord Ganesha for years under difficult ... Read more A Person Should Be Known by Their Work: Prashant Agrawal
76%Young Talent: Hindustan Zinc
Engineers account for over 57.8% of Hindustan Zincs executive workforce, with a growing pool of young professionals powering the companys technology-led transformation FY26 saw 335 campus hires at Hindustan Zinc, strengthening the talent pipeline for the future of mining and metals Udaipur : As India celebrates Engineers Day, Hindustan Zinc Limited, the worlds largest ... Read more 76%Young Talent: Hindustan Zincs Next-Generation Engineers Are Reimagining Indias Zinc Story
Anti-Ragging and Drug-Free India Poster Competition Held at PAHER University
Udaipur: A poster competition was organised at the Faculty of Science and Technology of Pacific Academy of Higher Education and Research (PAHER) University, Udaipur, under the Anti-Ragging and Drug-Free India campaign. The competition was organised to create awareness among students about the harmful effects of ragging and encourage them to adopt a drug-free lifestyle. Students ... Read more Anti-Ragging and Drug-Free India Poster Competition Held at PAHER University
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
Tripura: Thief cuts own hand to evade arrest, held from hospital bed
Digital Desk | Agartala, Sep 15 (IANS) In a bizarre development, a professional thief, accused of stealing a motorcycle and snatching a gold chain from an elderly woman, allegedly cut his own hand to evade arrest and got himself admitted to a hospital, but police eventually apprehended him from his hospital bed on Tuesday, officials said. Two bike-borne thieves snatched a gold necklace, valued at Rs 1.75 lakh, from an elderly woman in the Bankumari area on the outskirts of Agartala city on September 11. The incident took place early in the morning on September 11 when the elderly woman, Gita Rani Das (Deb), was out for a morning walk with a neighbour in the Bankumari area. She later lodged a complaint with the East Agartala police station, following which an investigation was launched. Police, led by Officer-in-Charge of the East Agartala police station, Krishnadhan Sarkar, launched an intensive investigation to nab the thieves. Police had earlier detained one of the thieves and impounded the motorcycle allegedly used in the broad-daylight snatching of the gold chain. The motorcycle had also allegedly been stolen by the duo earlier. However, the alleged mastermind of the crime was still at large. Police examined CCTV footage from the area, which showed two helmet-wearing persons riding a motorcycle and allegedly snatching the woman's necklace. Acting on information gathered during the investigation, a police team led by Sarkar, an inspector-rank police official, conducted search operations at several places in and around the state capital. Finally, the alleged mastermind of the crime was arrested from the Agartala Government Medical College and Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital, where he had got himself admitted after reportedly cutting his right hand to evade arrest. The main accused in the case had allegedly sold the stolen necklace at a jewellery shop in Agartala. A series of gold chain-snatching incidents have taken place in various districts of Tripura in recent months. Recently, two youths from Bihar were arrested for allegedly snatching a gold chain from an elderly woman in West Tripura district. According to police, the two accused entered the house of Radha Rani Debbarma on the pretext of cleaning utensils when no male member of the family was present. The duo allegedly snatched a gold chain from the woman and fled on a motorcycle, police said. In another incident, two women were arrested and nine stolen gold chains worth around Rs 22 lakh were recovered following a series of chain-snatching incidents during the Rath Yatra festival in southern Tripuras Gomati district, police officials said. The thefts took place during the annual Rath Yatra at the historic Jagannath Bari in Udaipur, which drew a large number of devotees.
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.
Mourning the Loss of Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari of Mewar: A Pillar of Udaipurs Social Fabric
Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari of Mewar passes away at 83, leaving a legacy of education and social service in Udaipur and beyond. Mourning the Loss of Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari of Mewar: A Pillar of Udaipurs Social Fabric
Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari Mewar passes away; Udaipur mourns end of an era
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 15 (IANS) A pall of grief has descended over Udaipur, Rajasthan, and the wider Mewar region following the death of Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari Mewar, a member of the former Mewar royal family. She passed away late on Monday at the age of 83 after a prolonged illness. Her death has prompted an outpouring of condolences across Udaipur, Mewar and Marwar, with admirers from across India and abroad, social organisations and political leaders paying tribute to her life and legacy. Remembered for her warmth, dignity and commitment to public welfare, Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari made significant contributions to education and social service, particularly in Udaipur. Her passing marks the end of an era for a figure who remained closely associated with the citys cultural and social identity. Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari belonged to one of Indias most distinguished royal lineages. She was born into the former royal family of Kutch in Gujarat and was the younger daughter of Maharaj Fateh Singh of Kutch and granddaughter of the Maharao of Kutch. Following her marriage, she became a member of the former royal family of Mewar and the wife of the late Arvind Singh Mewar. She was also the mother of Dr Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, a prominent social worker and educationist who represents the present generation of the Mewar family. Throughout her life, Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari balanced her family responsibilities with a deep commitment to preserving Mewars traditions and its longstanding ethos of public service. Her affectionate demeanour, combined with a strong sense of responsibility, earned her respect both within the royal family and among people across Udaipur. Education was among the most enduring aspects of Rajmata Vijayraj Kumaris public life. She received her early education at the Franciscan Convent School in Ooty, an experience that gave her a modern outlook while grounding her in strong values. After settling in Udaipur, she took a keen interest in expanding access to education and supporting initiatives aimed at womens empowerment. Her association with Maharana Mewar Public School (MMPS) became particularly significant. During the 1980s, she played an important role in the institutions development and transformation, helping guide it towards a modern, disciplined and quality-focused educational model. Her contribution to the institution left a lasting impact, with generations of students going on to pursue higher education and professional careers. For those who knew her closely, education was not simply an institution-building exercise for Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari -- it was a means of creating opportunities and shaping the future of young people. Following her death, the royal family and the administration have made arrangements for her final rites in accordance with established traditions. Her funeral procession departed in the morning from Shambhu Niwas Palace in the City Palace complex in Udaipur. A large number of citizens, members of social organisations and dignitaries gathered at the palace to pay their final respects before the procession proceeded to Mahasatiyaji at Ahar, the historic royal cremation ground of the Mewar family. Her last rites are being performed there in accordance with traditional rituals, with a royal guard of honour. The scenes surrounding her final journey reflected the deep connection she had built with the people of Udaipur over the decades. A series of condolence gatherings, known as Tiye ki Baithak, will be held in memory of Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari Mewar. According to official information, the meetings will be held daily from September 16 to September 23, between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., at Shambhu Niwas Palace in the City Palace complex. Rajmata Vijayraj Kumari Mewars life was shaped by two powerful themes: tradition and service. While she remained a custodian of the heritage and traditions associated with the Mewar family, her work in education and social welfare reflected a forward-looking vision. For Udaipur, her passing is therefore more than the death of a member of a former royal family. It is the loss of a woman who, over several decades, became part of the citys social and cultural fabric.
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.
Maharana Vishvaraj Singh Objects to
Udaipur, September 14: Maharana Vishvaraj Singh Mewar has objected to the depiction of the song Shoorveer, dedicated to Maharana Pratap, in the film Mirzapur. He has written to Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, seeking immediate action in the matter. In his letter, Maharana Vishvaraj Singh said the song Shoorveer, written as a tribute ... Read more Maharana Vishvaraj Singh Objects to Shoorveer Song Depiction in Mirzapur
BJP Wins 53 Seats in Udaipur, Congress 23 and Independents-CPI(M) 4
Udaipur: Results for all 80 wards of the Udaipur Municipal Corporation have been declared. The BJP is set to form the municipal board for the seventh time. Of the 80 wards, the BJP won 53, Congress won 23, CPI(M) won one, and independent candidates secured three seats. Ward-Wise Results Ward Winner Runner-up Vote Margin 1 ... Read more BJP Wins 53 Seats in Udaipur, Congress 23 and Independents-CPI(M) 4
Raj local polls: BJP gains edge over Cong; Independents crucial
The ruling BJP has increased its lead over the Congress in the Rajasthan urban local body elections, winning 3,587 wards against Congress's 3,050. Independents also performed strongly, securing 2,024 wards. While BJP secured a clear majority in Udaipur, Congress won in Ajmer and Pali. Bharatpur, the Chief Minister's hometown, saw Independents leading. These elections are a crucial test for the Bhajanlal Sharma-led BJP government ahead of the 2028 Assembly polls.
Udaipur Municipal Corporation Election Results 2026: Complete list of ward and party-wise winners
The counting of votes for the Udaipur Municipal Corporation election is underway, with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of Congress in most of the wards. Polling for all 80 wards was held on September 11 through Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). The election recorded a 69.77 per cent voter turnout, around 12 per cent higher than the previous election. A total of 410 polling stations were set up across the city, with around 4.16 lakh voters eligible to cast their ballots. The election also marked the first time that voters in 10 newly added wards exercised their franchise.
Hindustan Zinc Begins Development of School Sports Ground in Gudli
Udaipur : The foundation stone for the construction of a boundary wall and development of a sports ground was laid at a school in Odw village under Gudli Gram Panchayat on Saturday. The work will be undertaken by Zinc Smelter Debari under Hindustan Zincs rural development programme. The project is expected to give a new ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Begins Development of School Sports Ground in Gudli
Hindustan Zinc Performs Bhoomi Pujan for School Playground Boundary Wall and Development Work
Udaipur: Bhoomi Pujan for the construction of a boundary wall and development of a playground was held on Saturday at the school in Odwaria village of Gudli Gram Panchayat. The work will be undertaken by Zinc Smelter Debari under Hindustan Zincs rural development programme. It is expected to give the school playground a new identity ... Read more Hindustan Zinc Performs Bhoomi Pujan for School Playground Boundary Wall and Development Work
Udaipur Municipal Corporation Election Results LIVE: Counting of votes to begin at 8 am
The counting of votes for the Udaipur Municipal Corporation election will begin at 8 am on Monday (September 14) with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress locked in a keen contest for control of the city's civic administration. The BJP has maintained a dominant position in Udaipur's civic politics for around three decades, making the latest election a closely watched contest to see whether Congress can break its long-standing hold.
Beyond the Hospital: How Paras Health Is Reimagining Indias Healthcare Story
There are places in India that are defined by their geography, and then there are places that seem to transcend it. Kashmir is one such place. Its beauty has been immortalised in poetry for centuries. The timeless Kashmiri verse Agar firdaus bar r-ye zamn ast, hamn ast-o hamn ast-o hamn ast reminds us that if paradise exists on earth, it is here. But Kashmirs story is not only one of beauty. It is also a story of resilience, aspiration and an enduring belief in the power of human connection. It is against this backdrop that Paras Health Srinagar completed three years a milestone that is about much more than the passage of time. It is about trust earned, lives touched, families supported and a healthcare institution becoming part of the social fabric of the community it serves. That journey also reflects a much larger story unfolding across India: the transformation of healthcare from a predominantly metropolitan privilege into a more accessible, decentralised and community-oriented service. From a Vision to a Healthcare Movement When Paras Health began its journey in Gurugram in 2006, the proposition was both ambitious and deeply relevant: quality healthcare should not be restricted by geography or income. Nearly two decades later, that proposition has grown into a healthcare network spanning cities including Gurugram, Patna, Ranchi, Panchkula, Udaipur, Kanpur, Darbhanga and Srinagar. The geography matters. For years, Indias most sophisticated medical capabilities were concentrated in a handful of metropolitan centres. Patients from smaller cities and towns often had to travel long distances, leaving behind their families, livelihoods and familiar surroundings simply to access specialised treatment. The emergence of healthcare institutions in newer geographies is changing that equation. Paras Healths expansion represents this broader shift bringing specialised medical expertise, modern infrastructure and clinical capabilities closer to the people who need them. The result is not merely greater convenience. It is greater confidence. A family that once had to look hundreds of kilometres away for advanced medical care can increasingly find that care closer to home. That is what makes healthcare infrastructure meaningful: not the size of a building, but the distance it removes between a patient and hope. Healthcare Is Ultimately About Trust Indias healthcare aspirations are changing rapidly. Patients today are more informed. They expect clinical excellence, but they also expect something equally fundamental dignity. They want to be heard. They want transparency. They want accessibility. They want compassion. Technology can make diagnosis faster. Infrastructure can make treatment more sophisticated. But neither can replace the human relationship at the centre of medicine. A hospital, therefore, is not simply an institution where procedures are performed. It is where families arrive carrying anxiety, uncertainty and, often, their deepest fears. The true measure of a healthcare institution lies in what happens next. Does the patient feel cared for? Does the family feel supported? Does the institution remain compassionate when the situation becomes difficult? This is where Paras Healths philosophy of Care Beyond Medicine acquires significance. The phrase is not merely about clinical treatment. It speaks to the larger responsibility of healthcare to make people feel that they are not alone. The Courage to Go Beyond the Metros There is an important lesson in Paras Healths journey. Healthcare transformation cannot happen if excellence remains concentrated in Indias largest cities. The countrys healthcare ecosystem can grow sustainably only when capacity expands outward into emerging cities, regional centres and communities that have historically depended on metropolitan hospitals. This is where institutions such as Paras Health can play a catalytic role. Every new hospital creates more than beds and operating rooms. It creates employment, develops clinical talent, strengthens allied healthcare services, encourages local medical ecosystems and gives patients a reason to seek advanced treatment closer to home. It can also reduce the enormous economic and emotional cost of medical travel. In that sense, the expansion of a healthcare network becomes part of the larger story of nation-building. India does not merely need more hospitals. It needs stronger healthcare ecosystems. And ecosystems are built through connectivity between doctors and institutions, technology and patients, expertise and geography, and most importantly, between healthcare and the communities it serves. The Leadership Behind the Journey At the centre of this journey stands Managing Director Dr. Dharminder Nagar, whose leadership has been shaped by a belief that hospitals are ultimately built on values. Infrastructure can be constructed. Technology can be acquired. Systems can be replicated. Trust cannot. Trust has to be earned, often slowly and one patient at a time. The decision to expand beyond established metropolitan markets requires a different kind of leadership one willing to accept uncertainty, understand local needs and remain committed long enough for an institution to become part of the community. The Paras Health story has been built in that spirit: patiently, persistently and with a long-term view. Brick by brick. Life by life. Trust by trust. PARAS Health Srinagar: More Than a Hospital Three years in Srinagar have given this philosophy a particularly meaningful context. Kashmir is a region where healthcare is intertwined with geography, accessibility and community confidence. Establishing advanced healthcare infrastructure here is therefore not simply a business decision; it carries a wider social significance. Over these three years, Paras Health Srinagar has sought to establish itself not merely as a hospital, but as a dependable healthcare destination for patients and families. Every doctor who chooses service over convenience, every nurse who offers reassurance during a difficult moment, and every member of the support team who keeps the institution functioning contributes to that larger mission. The visible story of a hospital is often told through its buildings, technology and medical departments. The invisible story is told through the people. Through the late-night calls. The anxious families. The difficult diagnoses. The small victories. The moments when a patient's recovery brings an entire household back to hope. That is the real architecture of healthcare. There is another, less discussed dimension to building healthcare ecosystems in India: institutions become part of the everyday life of the communities around them. A hospital does not exist in isolation. It supports doctors, nurses, technicians, pharmacists, ambulance services, diagnostic networks, hospitality teams, food and nutrition services, maintenance staff, local vendors and countless other allied sectors. Even something as simple as a patient's meal carries a larger message. Hospital food is not merely about calories. It is about nutrition, recovery, cultural familiarity and dignity. A thoughtfully prepared meal can become a small but powerful expression of care at a time when a patient may feel most vulnerable. From clinical expertise to nutrition, from technology to housekeeping, from emergency care to the cup of tea offered to an anxious attendant healthcare is an ecosystem of thousands of human interactions. That ecosystem is precisely what India must continue to strengthen. And organisations such as Paras Health can contribute to that evolution not only by adding hospitals, but by creating platforms where medical talent, technology, employment, training and community healthcare can grow together. The Next Frontier Is Human Indias healthcare story is entering an exciting phase. Artificial intelligence, robotics, telemedicine, advanced diagnostics and digital health will undoubtedly reshape medicine. But the more healthcare becomes technologically sophisticated, the more important the human element may become. Because patients do not experience healthcare as data. They experience it as people. A doctor explaining a diagnosis. A nurse holding a hand. A family waiting outside an operating theatre. A reassuring voice at the other end of a phone. A meal served when someone is too tired to think about food. A hospital that makes a difficult day feel slightly less frightening. These moments rarely appear in annual reports, but they define healthcare more profoundly than statistics ever can. As Allama Iqbal wrote, Sitaron se aage jahaan aur bhi hain there are worlds beyond the stars. The thought is fitting for an institution that continues to look beyond the conventional boundaries of healthcare. The future is not simply about building more hospitals. It is about building greater trust. It is about making excellence accessible. It is about developing healthcare talent beyond the traditional centres of medicine. And it is about ensuring that geography does not determine the quality of care a person can receive. From Paradise to Partnership Kashmir has long been described as paradise. But paradise, in the modern sense, cannot be measured only by mountains, lakes and gardens. A truly healthy society is one in which people can access quality healthcare with dignity and confidence. That is the larger promise of healthcare institutions that choose to invest beyond the metros. Three years of Paras Health Srinagar is therefore one chapter in a much bigger Indian story a story about decentralising excellence, strengthening regional healthcare and bringing the promise of modern medicine closer to ordinary families. Perhaps the most appropriate way to describe that journey is not as a destination, but as a partnership. A partnership between doctors and patients. Between institutions and communities. Between technology and humanity. And between healthcare and the India that is steadily building a healthier future. The journey is far from over. But if the first three years of Paras Health Srinagar are any indication, the next chapter can be measured not simply in infrastructure created or services delivered, but in something much more enduring; the number of lives that leave the hospital carrying not just treatment, but hope. And perhaps that is the finest definition of Care Beyond Medicine. Seema Vig is a Senior Vice President and Regional Director, PARAS Health. She could be reached at seemavig@parashospitals.com
Parineeti Chopra showers love on hubby Raghav Chadha as he shares highlights from Uzbekistan visit
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 13 (IANS) Actress Parineeti Chopra showered love on her husband and politician Raghav Chadha after he shared glimpses from his recent visit to Uzbekistan. Raghav took to social media to share a series of pictures and moments from his trip, which included his visit to Samarkand and Tashkent. Reflecting on the experience, he described it as a wonderful visit and spoke about the rich history and distinct character of both cities. A few highlights from my recent visit to Uzbekistan From the conference in Samarkand to conversations with students in Tashkent, and a few moments in between to take in both cities, it was a wonderful visit. Tashkent and Samarkand both carry so much history, each with a character of its own. Im grateful I had the chance to experience a little of both along the way, he wrote. Parineeti, who often expresses her admiration for her husband on social media, reacted to the post with a loving comment. She commented Love. The actress and Raghav tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Udaipur in September 2023. Since then, the couple has frequently shared glimpses of their life together, giving a peek into their relationship and travels. Meanwhile, Parineeti recently opened up about why she and her husband Raghav Chadha are grateful that she was pregnant while shooting for her upcoming film Shaque: Trust No One. The actress revealed that her pregnancy turned out to be a blessing during the filming of the project, which presented its own set of challenges. She shared how the experience brought a different perspective to the shoot and made the journey even more memorable for the couple. Speaking at the trailer launch, the Ishaqzaade actress said, Raghav and I always joke about this, that thank God I was pregnant on this project with these makers and not on any other film with any other makers. Because we didnt know beforehand. We found out once the shoot had already begun. And that pressure of professionalism comes into play. You know, you dont want your project to get impacted. So, like I said, it was Gods saying that it was Sid, Rensil sir and Sapna who were the makers here. And then it turned out to be a beautiful experience because Raghav being Raghav, he ran to Shimla and came to be with me. My mom came, my mother-in-law came, and my brothers came. So it was like, Does this entire family come to shoot? But it was just one after the other. Somebody or the other was always with me, she added.
Sincere Devotion, Surrender and True Emotion Essential to Reach God: Prashant Agarwal
Udaipur, September 12: The power of devotion was highlighted during the Apnon Se Apni Baat discourse being held at Narayan Seva Sansthan under the guidance of its president Prashant Agarwal. Through accounts of Lord Jagannaths glory, the devotion of King Indradyumna and the moving story of devotee Salabega, the discourse focused on the strength of ... Read more Sincere Devotion, Surrender and True Emotion Essential to Reach God: Prashant Agarwal
