Ishaan Khatter begins The Royals 2 shoot in Rajasthan; shares horse riding glimpses
Ishaan Khatter has begun shooting for the second season of the Netflix series The Royals. The actor is currently in Rajasthan for the upcoming season and has shared a glimpse of his time on the sets, giving fans a peek at the location and some of his preparations for his return as Prince Aviraaj Singh. Ishaan took to Instagram to share pictures of a picturesque haveli, along with videos of himself practising horse riding. The training appears to be part of his preparation for reprising the role of the royal heir in The Royals 2. While the actor has shared glimpses from Rajasthan, details about the storyline and his characters journey in the new season continue to remain under wraps. Sharing the pictures and videos, Ishaan captioned his post, Lock in. Log out. See yall on the other side. Ishaans return as Prince Aviraaj Singh comes after the first season of The Royals, which premiered on Netflix on May 9, 2025. The series follows a financially struggling royal family in modern-day India and centres on the heir as he teams up with a hospitality entrepreneur to revive the familys ancestral palace by turning it into a luxury resort. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ishaan (@ishaankhatter) Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana and written by Neha Veena Sharma, The Royals is produced by Pritish Nandy Communications. The ensemble cast of the first season featured Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Zeenat Aman, Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Vihaan Samat, Dino Morea and Milind Soman. Meanwhile, Ishaan Khatter also has Jugaadu in his upcoming lineup. The comic entertainer is directed by Palash Vaswani, known for Gullak, and stars Tania alongside Ishaan. With the actor now shooting for The Royals 2 in Rajasthan, fans will be waiting to see what the new season brings for Prince Aviraaj Singh. This keeps the focus on The Royals 2 and Ishaans on-set glimpse, without adding unsupported details beyond the pointers you provided. Also Read: Ishaan Khatter shares intense workout glimpse ahead of The Royals Season 2: Brick. By. Brick. Earned, not given.
BJP Claims Uncontested Victories in Rajasthan Local Body Elections
BJP secures uncontested wins in 25 local bodies of Rajasthan, while political tensions arise in Bharatpur over mayoral nominations. BJP Claims Uncontested Victories in Rajasthan Local Body Elections
Rajasthan local body polls: BJP candidates elected unopposed in 25 bodies
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 18 (IANS) The battle for the top posts in Rajasthans urban local bodies has entered a decisive phase following the announcement of councillor election results, with the BJP claiming unopposed victories for its candidates as chairpersons, sabhapatis and presidents in 25 civic bodies across the state. The BJP has also secured unopposed mayoral victories in the Bharatpur and Bhilwara Municipal Corporations, although the political circumstances in the two corporations are markedly different. While the BJP enjoys a clear numerical majority in Bhilwara, the Bharatpur outcome has emerged as a major political talking point because independent councillors won the largest number of seats in the corporation. The Bharatpur Municipal Corporation has 65 wards. In the recent civic elections, Independent candidates emerged as the largest group, winning 36 wards. The BJP won 20 seats, while the Congress secured 7. The BSP and RLP won one seat each. The numbers initially suggested that Independent councillors would play the decisive role in determining the next mayor, as no political party had a majority on its own. The BJP fielded Anuradha Singh as its mayoral candidate. Independent councillor Vichitra Singh from Ward 17 also entered the contest, reportedly with Congress backing, setting up the possibility of a closely contested mayoral election. However, the situation changed dramatically on September 18, when Vichitra Singh withdrew her nomination. With her withdrawal, Anuradha Singh became the sole candidate for the mayoral post and is set to be elected unopposed, subject to completion of the formal electoral process. The result is particularly significant for the BJP because Bharatpur is the home district of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. The BJP did not win a majority of the corporations 65 seats. Instead, Independents emerged as the largest bloc. Their numbers had therefore made them central to the mayoral contest. The withdrawal of the Independent candidate has now removed the need for a direct electoral contest for the mayors post. The development has also triggered a political confrontation between the BJP and Congress, with Congress leaders alleging that the Independent candidate was pressured into withdrawing her nomination. BJP leaders and the candidate have offered a different account of the decision. The circumstances surrounding Vichitra Singhs withdrawal have become a major point of contention. According to reports cited in connection with the development, Vichitra Singh met Rajasthan Minister of State for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham before withdrawing her nomination. The meeting reportedly lasted nearly two hours. Bedham subsequently met Vichitra Singhs husband, former Bharatpur Mayor Shiv Singh Bhont. After withdrawing her nomination, Vichitra Singh said she wanted to contribute to the development of Bharatpur and had taken the decision with that objective in mind. Congress leaders, however, have alleged that the withdrawal followed political pressure. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and Rajasthan Congress president Govind Singh Dotasra have separately questioned the circumstances surrounding the withdrawal and accused the BJP government of using administrative machinery to influence the mayoral election. These allegations have been rejected by the BJP, which has maintained its political position on the development. The political arithmetic in Bhilwara was very different. The Bhilwara Municipal Corporation has 70 wards, with the BJP winning 45 seats and securing a clear majority. The Congress won 10 seats, while Independent candidates secured 15. The BJP nominated Jaswant Kanwar, who won from Ward 9, as its mayoral candidate. Independent candidate Santosh Kanwar had initially entered the mayoral race but withdrew her nomination on September 17. The Congress did not field a candidate for the mayoral post. Jaswant Kanwar was consequently elected mayor unopposed. Unlike Bharatpur, where Independents held the largest bloc, the Bhilwara outcome followed a clear BJP majority combined with the withdrawal of the only other candidate in the mayoral contest. According to information released by the BJP, its candidates have been elected unopposed to the posts of chairperson, sabhapati or president in 25 urban local bodies across Rajasthan. The developments followed the election of councillors in the states 309 urban local bodies. According to figures cited by the BJP, it emerged as the largest party in 148 urban local bodies, while the Congress was the largest party in 104. The remaining bodies have produced mixed electoral outcomes, with independents and other parties also holding significant representation in several councils. The Bharatpur result has highlighted a broader feature of the 2026 local body elections: the importance of Independent councillors in bodies where neither the BJP nor Congress has secured a majority. In Bharatpur, the 36 Independent councillors represented the largest bloc, compared with 20 BJP councillors and seven Congress councillors. That arithmetic initially made the mayoral contest a battle for independent support. The withdrawal of the Independent candidate, however, transformed the contest from a numerical battle into an unopposed election. The developments in Bharatpur and the wider Bharatpur-Deeg region have attracted particular attention because of the regions political significance and the BJP governments focus on strengthening its presence in local institutions. For the BJP, the unopposed mayoral outcome in Bharatpur comes despite the party not holding the largest number of councillor seats. In Bhilwara, by contrast, the partys unopposed mayoral victory follows a clear majority in the corporation. The two outcomes illustrate the different political equations emerging across Rajasthans urban local bodiesranging from clear party majorities to councils where independents hold the balance of power. With the election of mayors, chairpersons and presidents now underway, the focus is shifting from ward-level results to the political negotiations and alignments determining who will lead Rajasthans civic bodies for the coming term.
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 18 (IANS) A political controversy has erupted over the Bharatpur Municipal Corporation mayoral election after Independent candidate Vichitra Singh withdrew her nomination, clearing the way for BJP candidate Anuradha Singh to be elected unopposed. Senior Congress leader and former Rajasthan Chief Minister, Ashok Gehlot, termed the development extremely unfortunate and condemnable and alleged that the Independent candidate was intimidated into withdrawing her nomination. In a post on X, Gehlot alleged that the administration had intimidated Vichitra Singh at her business premises a day before her withdrawal and claimed that Rajasthan Minister of State for Home, Jawahar Singh Bedham, subsequently met her and facilitated the withdrawal. Gehlot also alleged that the BJP government and administration were using their machinery to influence the mayoral election. He claimed that the people of Bharatpur had rejected the BJP, pointing out that the party had won only 20 of the 65 councillor seats in the civic body. According to Gehlot, despite the BJP not having a majority of councillors, efforts were being made to install a BJP mayor through what he described as undemocratic means. He accused the Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma government of setting a new precedent through the alleged misuse of government machinery. Vichitra Singh had entered the Bharatpur mayoral race as an Independent candidate, and it was reported that she had the backing of the Congress. Her candidature had set the stage for a contest against BJP nominee Anuradha Singh. However, the electoral contest changed dramatically after Vichitra Singh withdrew her nomination on Thursday. Rajasthan Congress President, Govind Singh Dotasra, also launched a direct attack on the BJP and the Bhajanlal Sharma government, alleging that events in the Chief Ministers home district of Bharatpur unfolded exactly as the Congress had feared. In a post on X, Dotasra alleged that the BJP, having been rejected by voters in Bharatpur, murdered democracy by misusing state power and police machinery to install its own mayor. Dotasra pointed out that the BJP had won only 20 of the 65 councillor seats in the Bharatpur Municipal Corporation. He alleged that, despite lacking a majority, the ruling party used the power of the government and administration to engineer the mayoral election in its favour. According to Dotasra, Congress-backed Independent candidate Vichitra Singh had a clear numerical advantage and her election as mayor appeared certain. He alleged that instead of respecting the electoral mandate, Chief Minister Sharma sent a government minister to put pressure on the Independent candidate and ensure that she withdrew her nomination. He alleged that the withdrawal of Vichitra Singhs nomination has exposed the BJP governments attempt to overturn the mandate of Bharatpurs voters through the use of government machinery. The Congress leader demanded that the BJP government respect the democratic mandate and questioned the circumstances under which the Independent candidate withdrew from the mayoral contest. With Vichitra Singhs withdrawal leaving BJP candidate Anuradha Singh as the sole contender, the Bharatpur mayoral election has become a fresh flashpoint between the BJP government and the Congress, with the Opposition alleging political coercion and misuse of administrative machinery. According to reports cited in connection with the development, Minister of State for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham held a meeting with Vichitra Singh that lasted nearly two hours before she withdrew her nomination. Following the meeting, Bedham also met Vichitra Singhs husband, former Bharatpur Mayor Shiv Singh Bhont, in connection with the election. The circumstances surrounding the withdrawal have become a political flashpoint, with the Congress questioning whether the candidate was subjected to pressure. Following Vichitra Singhs withdrawal, BJP candidate Anuradha Singh became the sole candidate in the mayoral race. After withdrawing her nomination, Vichitra Singh said she wanted to play a significant role in Bharatpurs development and had taken the decision with that objective in mind. The episode has intensified the political confrontation in Rajasthan, with the Congress alleging coercion and misuse of administrative machinery, while the withdrawal itself has paved the way for the BJP candidates unopposed election.
Weather tomorrow September 19: IMD has forecast active weather conditions across several parts of India from September 19, with significant rainfall expected over northwest, central, east, west and southern India. The southwest monsoon is also likely to begin withdrawing from some parts of West Rajasthan around September 19. Several regions may experience thunderstorms, lightning and strong gusty winds. The IMD has also issued a warning for fishermen due to rough sea conditions over parts of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
Rajasthan: BJPs Anuradha Singh set to become unopposed mayor of Bharatpur
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 18 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Anuradha Singh is set to become the unopposed Mayor of Bharatpur Municipal Corporation after independent candidate Vichitra Singh withdrew her nomination in the presence of BJP government minister Jawahar Singh Bedham. Following the developments in Bhilwara, BJP State President Madan Rathore extended his best wishes to Singh, stating that public faith and trust in the BJP continue to strengthen. With Vichitra Singhs withdrawal, Anuradha Singh remains the sole candidate for the mayoral post, paving the way for her unopposed election. Rathore remarked that this growing trust in the BJP is reflected in the party securing unopposed mayoral and chairperson positions in approximately 18 civic bodies. He said independent councillors in Bharatpur have decided to join the BJP for the development of the region, expressing confidence in the partys ideology and the public-welfare policies of the Bhajanlal Sharma government. He added that the alignment of independent candidates and councillors with the BJP indicates their desire to work alongside the states BJP government for regional development. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, the state government is working with a focus on public welfare and development, Rathore said. Rathore further stated that the support received by the BJP in Bharatpur would provide new momentum to the regions development. He said the BJP is committed to working in the public interest with the spirit of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas (Together with all, Development for all). He added that not only in Bharatpur, but in several other places as well, BJP candidates are emerging as unopposed mayors and chairpersons. In some places, opposition candidates did not file nominations, while in others, independent candidates withdrew their nominations and extended their support to the BJP.
Gurugram hit-and-run case: Both accused sent to judicial custody for 14 days
Digital Desk | Gurugram, Sep 18 (IANS) A Gurugram court on Friday sent Kalyan Bainsla, the driver accused of hitting a woman biker on the city's Golf Course Road, and his cousin to 14 days of judicial custody. Both the accused will be again produced before the court after 14 days. Earlier, Bainsla and his cousin Lavneesh were produced before Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMIC), Nidhi Beniwal, who had sent them to two days of police custody. The Gurugram Police had arrested Bainsla from Rajasthan's Dausa and Lavneesh from Haryana's Palwal in connection with the hit-and-run incident. Lavneesh was allegedly present in the car along with Bainsla at the time of the incident. The Gurugram Police had earlier added Section 109 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), pertaining to attempt to murder, to the FIR after the victim, Sia, and her family approached the police seeking stringent action against those involved. The case was initially registered after the police took suo motu cognisance of a video showing a car hitting a female biker on the Golf Course Road. Following a detailed investigation and analysis of CCTV footage, the police added the attempt-to-murder charge, which carries a punishment of up to 10 years. The development came after Sia's family submitted her written statement to Inspector Manoj Kumar, Station House Officer of Gurugram's Sector-56 police station. The Gurugram Police have maintained that lawlessness will not be tolerated and said they are committed to taking strict action against those responsible. Meanwhile, Sia had appealed for strict punishment for all four occupants of the car, saying it was necessary to send the right message to society regarding women's safety. Speaking to IANS, Sia said she had great expectations from the court and wanted justice in the case. I stated in court yesterday that all four, who were in the car, should be arrested and that strict action be taken against all of them. In my opinion, they should face harsh consequences; that is the only way to send a message to such young menso that anyone thinking of committing such an act would think twice, she said.
Gurugram Hit-And-Run Accused Kalyan Bainsla Sent To 14-Day Judicial Custody
Bainsla, 33, and his cousin Lavneesh, 34, who was allegedly in the car with him at the time of the incident, were arrested on Tuesday by Gurugram Police from Rajgarh in Rajasthan following a two-day search operation.
Both are doctors: Supreme Court seeks parity in stipends for Indian, Foreign medical graduates
The Supreme Court on September 17 directed the National Medical Commission (NMC) to verify whether stipends have been paid to foreign medical graduates (FMGs) in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Gujarat and Jharkhand. A bench of Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice M. Pancholi passed the direction after petitioners alleged that an NMC affidavit falsely stated that [] The post Both are doctors: Supreme Court seeks parity in stipends for Indian, Foreign medical graduates appeared first on India Legal .
Rajasthan civic polls: Police, Congress workers clash in Degana; Kuchera power tussle intensifies
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 18 (IANS) Political tensions flared in Rajasthan's Degana late Thursday night as the police lathi-charged Congress workers protesting outside the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) office over alleged irregularities in the nomination process for the Kuchera Municipal Council Chairperson post. The Congress alleged that facts were concealed during the nomination process for the Kuchera Municipal Council Chairperson post. Congress workers staged a sit-in outside the SDM office, demanding an enquiry into the nomination process and action against the Returning Officer. Several Congress workers gathered at the SDM office and raised slogans. A police team led by station house officer (SHO) Ashok Kumar Jhajharia reached the spot after being informed about the protest. Citing the Model Code of Conduct, the police urged the protesters to end the sit-in. However, the Congress workers remained firm on their demands, calling for scrutiny of the nomination papers and action under the rules over the alleged concealment of facts. During attempts to persuade the protesters to disperse, an altercation broke out between police and Congress workers, followed by a scuffle. As the situation escalated, the police attempted to clear the area and used lathi-charge to disperse the protesters. Some youths were also chased away from the area. The police action led to chaos around the SDM office, Tehsil office and surrounding areas. Amid the commotion, the police arrested Congress block president Prakash Kunkuna. Congress workers subsequently raised slogans against the police action. They alleged that the administration and the police were acting under pressure and claimed that protesters were subjected to a lathi-charge during the night. Congress members informed Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president Govind Singh Dotasra about the developments. Nagaur District Congress president Hanuman Bangda also reached the spot. The Congress has reiterated its demand for an inquiry into the nomination process. Dotasra condemned the police action and alleged that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was misusing power to form boards in the municipal elections. He said Congress workers in Degana were demanding a fair hearing on objections raised against a BJP candidate over alleged concealment of facts in nomination papers. He also referred to developments in Mandhan, where he alleged that elected councillors were being prevented from taking their oaths, and to the situation in Khandar, where he alleged that the family of BJP councillor Manvendra had been seeking his release after he was taken away. Dotasra said the incidents raised questions about the functioning of the police, administration and the government, and urged the BJP to accept the peoples mandate. Meanwhile, the political contest over the Chairperson's post in Kuchera Municipality has also intensified. Following the oath-taking ceremony on Thursday, some individuals allegedly attempted to stop vehicles carrying Congress-backed councillors near Jhunjhala while they were travelling to Nagaur under the leadership of outgoing Chairperson Tejpal Mirdha. According to allegations, a pickup truck and a camper vehicle were used in attempts to ram the councillors' vehicles. The councillors managed to leave the area and reached the Mundwa DSP's office, where they reported the incident. They were subsequently brought to Nagaur under police protection led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Dharam Poonia. A police contingent led by DSP Jatin Jain was also deployed outside Tejpal Mirdha's vehicle showroom on Bikaner Road. Kuchera Municipality has 12 Congress and eight BJP councillors. Four independents have extended support to the BJP camp, taking its tally to 12, while 13 councillors are required for a majority. With the numbers closely balanced, the single remaining vote, currently with the Congress, has become crucial to the Chairperson's election.
Delhi Police bust narco-extortion network, seize 2 kg Pakistani-origin heroin
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Delhi Police Special Cell, in a joint operation with the Gujarat Crime Branch, has busted a narco-extortion network operating between Delhi and Gujarat and recovered 2 kg of Pakistani-origin heroin valued at around Rs 12 crore. Police said an accused associated with the Rohit Godara and Mahendra Delana gang was arrested during the operation. The accused has been identified as 31-year-old Kuldeep Swami, a resident of Rajasthan's Churu. According to police, Swami was involved in a major narco-extortion module and was wanted in connection with a high-profile extortion case involving approximately Rs 10 crore registered in Gujarat's Vadodara. During the investigation, police recovered 2 kg of high-quality heroin, a car, and currency notes used for hawala token verification. A secret cavity was also found in the recovered vehicle, police said. Investigators are now probing the alleged links of the network with gangsters Godara and Delana, along with possible connections to Pakistan-based narcotics networks. The latest action comes amid a series of operations by the Delhi Police against criminal networks involved in extortion, narcotics and arms-related offences. Earlier, on August 26, the Delhi Police Special Cell had arrested two alleged sympathisers of the Gogi gang who were reportedly planning to commit extortion-related crimes. Police had identified the accused as 22-year-old Chirag, a resident of Narela, and 26-year-old Sagar, a resident of Haryana's Sonipat. The two were arrested near the Munak Canal on August 19 following a tip-off, officials said. A .32-bore semi-automatic pistol along with four live cartridges, a country-made single-shot pistol and two mobile phones were recovered from their possession, according to a senior police officer. In another case, on March 19, a team of the Delhi Police Special Cell apprehended a proclaimed offender who had allegedly been evading arrest in connection with an Arms Act case registered in Delhi. The accused, identified as 26-year-old Jaswinder Singh, a resident of Haryana's Ambala, was wanted in an FIR registered at Jagatpuri Police Station under Section 125 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Sections 25 and 27 of the Arms Act. Police had said Singh had been absconding since the registration of the case and was subsequently declared a proclaimed offender by a court.
The woman told Bengaluru police that the abductors were sent by her mother-in-law, based in Rajasthan, as families of the couple were opposed to their marriage
EC announces mayoral elections in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota Municipal Corporations, check schedule
The Rajasthan State Election Commission on Friday issued the full schedule for the Mayoral elections in Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota Municipal Corporations and the Chairperson of Suket Municipality, with polling to be held on September 25.
Rajasthan to hold mayoral polls in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota on Sept 25
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Westview Cricket Ltd and Poonawalla Sports and Fitness Pvt Ltd will be buying Rajasthan Royals (India), Paarl Royals (South Africa) and Barbados Royals (Barbados).
Rajasthan order asking students to join PM Modi's birthday celebrations sparks controversy
Congress leader Tika Ram Jully asked why the government departments and educational institutions were being involved in PM Modis birthday celebrations.
Gehlot accuses BJP of horse-trading in Rajasthan civic polls
CCI nod for Lakshmi Mittal-Poonawalla Rajasthan Royals stake buys
The competition regulator in India has sanctioned the acquisition of three cricket franchises, with Westview Cricket and Poonawalla Sports set to buy the Rajasthan Royals along with two overseas teams. Moreover, the approval extends to deals made by Great White Global and ITVIS Innovations. OMERS Infrastructure Asia also received the nod for purchasing a larger share in Azure Power Global.
Take her back to Rajasthan: Cops say in-laws behind womans abduction in Bengaluru
Womans in-laws behind Bengaluru abduction? Police arrest 3 from Rajasthan
Kalki Koechlin curates Max Fashions Festive 2026 line: Art, craft and purpose take centre stage
This festive season, actor Kalki Koechlin steps into the role of curator for Max Fashion, helming a new collection that merges original artwork, traditional hand-block printing and contemporary silhouettes. The launch marks the debut edition of MAX PROJECT NEW, the retailers purpose-led platform that seeks to push creativity beyond the design studio and into everyday wear. A key pillar of the collection is its collaboration with the Kairassi Foundation, Chennai, a design-inclusive organisation that empowers specially-abled artists. Max Fashion worked with three artistsSimron, Pavithra and Manastranslating their original paintings directly onto garments and accessories. Simrons watercolour landscapes lend a dreamlike quality to skirts, while Pavithras fluid, ocean-inspired blues feature across shirts. Manas, the youngest of the trio, creates his work using a straw instead of a brush, resulting in a spontaneous, playful aesthetic that now appears on a tote bag. According to the brand, these are not reinterpretations, but the artists original paintings moved from canvas to fabric. Parallel to the art-led pieces, the collection also spotlights craft. Working with artisans in Sanganer, Rajasthan, Max Fashion developed an exclusive design that blends Japanese floral motifs with the regions signature hand block printing. The process involved hand-carving wooden blocks, mixing colours and printing each fabric layer one shade at a time. The outcome is a festive range where paint and pigment, contemporary expression and traditional technique coexist, underlining the stories behind what people wear. Sumit Chandna, CEO, Max Fashion, said, Fashion, for us, has always been more than what we wear, its a form of expression, a way to tell stories, and a platform that can create real impact. Kalki shared a vision with us that we instantly connected with, and together we built on it, the idea that festive dressing could carry meaning, not just style. MAX PROJECT NEW brings that belief to life, whether through an artists brushstroke or an artisans hand-carved block. And this is only the beginning. Kalki Koechlin added, Ive always wanted festive fashion to feel like its saying something, not just selling something. Whether its a tiny painted detail on a bag or a hand-carved print on a dress, you put it on and youre carrying someone elses story with you. I think that makes what you wear feel much more special. The collection is styled with an effortless, contemporary sensibility, favouring fluid silhouettes and unexpected pairings that work for festive evenings as well as everyday wardrobes. Max Fashion has indicated that MAX PROJECT NEW will continue across seasons, inviting new artists, craftspeople and creative voices into the fashion ecosystem. The campaign encapsulates this approach with the line: HOW NEW IS YOUR NEW. Also Read: 15 Years of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara: Kalki Koechlin recalls Hrithik Roshan-Katrina Kaif walking FREELY in Spain: We walked on the cobbled streets and nobody bothered uswe werent HIDING in our vanity vans
Lower Kharif output expected due to rainfall deficit in Rajasthan
Rain deficit may cut Rajasthan's Kharif output, with guar, moong and moth crops facing sharp yield losses
Bengaluru: Car carrying abducted woman crashes into 20 vehicles
Bengaluru: A speeding vehicle crashed into more than 20 vehicles, injuring six people in Bengaluru on Wednesday night, September 16, while attempting to abduct a 21-year-old girl from Rajasthan who married a man from another caste against her familys wishes. Police have arrested the accused, 21-year-old Rakesh, 25-year-old Karan and 18-year-old Ayas, while the driver, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan civic polls: Cong wins 6 of 9 wards in repolling
The Congress party won six out of nine wards where repolling was conducted across four urban local bodies in Rajasthan, while the BJP secured three. These results finalise the tally for all 10,244 wards, with the BJP holding the overall lead in total wards won, followed by Congress and Independents. The process for electing mayors and chairpersons is now underway.
Gehlot Links UPI Charges To US Influence, Criticises Centre
Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot has criticised the Centre for introducing a 0.4% charge on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, alleging the decision was influenced by pressure from the United States and its payment companies like Visa and Mastercard. He highlighted a perceived shift in the government's stance on Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for UPI, claiming it would ultimately burden consumers and small businesses while benefiting American firms.
On Nick Jonas birthday, Priyanka Chopra shares adorable video of daughter Malti singing with dad
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) Singer and actor Nick Jonas turned 34 on Thursday, and his wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, made his special day even more memorable with a heartfelt birthday tribute on social media. Desi Girl shared a collection of photos and videos on Instagram, offering a glimpse into some of the couples special moments. The post opened with a picture of Priyanka giving Nick a kiss on the cheek. Nick was seen wearing a cap carrying the playful message, Sorry were golfing. The actress then shared a series of candid moments featuring Nick. One of the pictures showed him posing inside a vehicle that had been decorated for his birthday celebrations. The sweetest moment came towards the end of the post, when Priyanka shared a video of Nick spending some musical time with their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. In the clip, Malti can be heard singing while Nick plays the piano alongside her. For the caption, the Quantico actress wrote, Happy birthday to the man that makes all our dreams come true.. everyday. We love you Gaga. Sound on @nickjonas @maltimarie. Priyankas mother, Madhu Chopra, also joined the birthday celebrations by sending her wishes to Nick. She posted several pictures featuring Nick with his brothers, Kevin and Joe Jonas, as well as Malti. Alongside it, she wrote, Happy Birthday, @nickjonas So grateful to have you as a part of our family. You're not just my son-in-law but truly like a son to me. For the unversed, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas first connected through direct messages on X, which eventually blossomed into a relationship. After a brief courtship, the couple got engaged in August 2018. Later that year, the couple exchanged wedding vows in Rajasthan in both Christian and Hindu ceremonies, celebrating their union with traditional customs. In January 2022, the couple welcomed their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, through surrogacy.
Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old married woman from her residence in Agrahara Dasarahalli, while police are investigating the involvement of a fourth person, DCP West Bengaluru, Yathish N. said on Thursday. Addressing the media, [] The post Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
India, US Begin Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 In Uttarakhand
The 22nd edition of India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 has begun. The exercise is being conducted simultaneously at Auli in Uttarakhand and Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. Around 600 personnel from India and the US are participating in the joint drill. Troops will train in integrated battle group operations across mountainous and semi-mountainous terrain. The exercise focuses on infantry operations, interoperability and strengthening joint operational capabilities. Drones, autonomous systems and modern weapon technologies will also feature in the exercise
Congress councillor switches to BJP, elected as Khetri chairperson unopposed in last-minute twist
The political equations in Rajasthan's Khetri municipality changed dramatically at the last moment after Congress councillor Geeta Saini switched allegiance to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and filed her nomination for the chairperson's post. Saini had won from Ward 5 on a Congress ticket by 178 votes in the recent municipal elections . However, just before the nomination deadline, she joined the BJP and entered the chairperson's race as the party's candidate. With no rival candidate filing a nomination, she was subsequently elected unopposed.
South Bengal to get relief from heat as thunderstorms, rain forecast for five days
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 17 (IANS) After days of sweltering heat, weather conditions in south Bengal are likely to change as the Met office on Thursday forecast thunderstorms accompanied by light to moderate rain over the next few days. Rain is likely at one or two places in almost all districts of south Bengal. Gusty winds reaching 30 to 40 km per hour are also expected. Kolkata, too, is likely to receive rain and thundershowers. According to a Met department official, the monsoon axis extends from a low-pressure area over Rajasthan to the northwest Bay of Bengal through Ranchi and Digha. In addition, a cyclonic circulation is currently present over the northwest Bay of Bengal. The system is expected to gradually strengthen and influence the West Bengal and Odisha coasts. As a result, south Bengal is likely to witness another spell of heavy rain from Thursday, which may continue for the next five days. A yellow warning for rain and thunderstorms has been issued for eight districts, including coastal and western areas. Thunderstorms are likely in Bankura, Purulia, Jhargram, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Howrah, North 24 Parganas and South 24 Parganas. However, the intensity of rainfall is expected to decrease from Monday. Meanwhile, rainfall is likely to increase in north Bengal on Thursday. A yellow warning for heavy rain has been issued for Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Cooch Behar, Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts. Light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds of 30 to 40 km per hour is likely across the region. Rainfall activity in north Bengal is expected to decrease from Friday. Kolkata is likely to see cloudy skies from Thursday afternoon, with the possibility of rain increasing during the day. Light to moderate rain with thundershowers is expected to continue until Saturday. Gusty winds reaching 30 to 40km per hour are also likely. On Wednesday, Kolkata and adjoining areas recorded a maximum temperature of 34.08 degrees Celsius, two degrees above normal. The minimum temperature was 27.06 degrees Celsius, 1.02 degrees above normal. Relative humidity ranged between 52 and 97 percent.
Congress sweeps four Jaipur repoll wards, Dotasra hits back at BJPs massive majority claim
Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. He stated that repolling results in Jaipur debunked the BJP's majority claims. Congress swept all four wards where repolling was conducted in Jaipur city. Dotasra accused the BJP government of misusing power and the Election Commission. He asserted that the people's mandate was clear and the BJP's actions were exposed.
Brookfield to invest up to $600 mn in ACME
Mumbai: Global investment firm Brookfield will invest up to $600 million in ACME Cleantech Ventures, the green molecules platform of ACME Group, to fund the development and construction of projects in India and the Middle East.The investment marks Brookfields entry into the green molecules sector in the region and will be made through its Brookfield Global Transition Fund, which focuses on investments supporting the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.ACME Cleantech Ventures, a UK-based entity within ACME Group, is dedicated to the groups green molecules business. The platform is developing a pipeline of green ammonia and green methanol projects in India and Oman.The demand for green molecules continues to grow as companies and governments seek scalable solutions to decarbonize while strengthening energy security, said Nawal Saini, managing partner and head of energy, South Asia and the Middle East, Brookfield.ACME said the investment would support the expansion of its green molecules platform and help develop projects aimed at supplying clean fuels and feedstock to domestic and international markets.The company has secured offtake partnerships with global and Indian companies, including Yara International, IHI Corporation, Mitsubishi Gas Chemicals, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), IFFCO, Paradeep Phosphates, Coromandel International and Indorama India.ACME currently has an operational green ammonia facility in Bikaner, Rajasthan, and is developing a green ammonia project in Duqm, Oman. It is also establishing new facilities in Odisha following its green ammonia purchase agreement with SECI, alongside a joint venture with Japans IHI Corporation and an offtake agreement with Mitsubishi Gas Chemicals.ACME Chairman Manoj Upadhyay said the companys portfolio, supported by long-term offtake contracts with domestic and international counterparties, provides a foundation for building sustainable cash flows.The green molecules business is targeting hard-to-abate sectors such as fertilisers, shipping, refineries, chemicals and heavy industries, where green hydrogen, ammonia and methanol can be used to reduce emissions.For Brookfield, the investment expands its existing exposure to Indias renewable energy sector. The investment firm said its energy portfolio in India comprises around 50 GW of wind and solar assets in operation and under development across its platforms.Brookfield has more than $1 trillion in assets under management globally and invests across infrastructure, energy, private equity, real estate and credit.
RPSC SI Re-Exam Admit Card 2026 Out - Download Hall Ticket at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
Download RPSC SI Re-Exam Admit Card 2026 released on 17 September for the Sub Inspector Police / Platoon Commander Re-Examination scheduled on 20 September 2026. Check hall ticket download link, exam centre details, required documents, and exam-day instructions for 859 posts from the cancelled 2021 recruitment exam.
Rajasthan Family Allegedly Kidnaps Daughter In Bengaluru After Love Marriage, SUV Crashes
A 21-year-old woman was allegedly kidnapped in Bengaluru by four men reportedly sent by her family after she married a 23-year-old man against their wishes. The accused allegedly fled with her in an SUV, which collided with several vehicles during reckless driving, injuring six people. Three accused have been arrested, while the alleged driver remains on the run. Police have seized the vehicle and are investigating the case.
Rajasthan To Allot 552 Acres For Three Private Industrial Parks In Dausa, Balotra And Dholpur
Weather Alert Today: Rain and Thunderstorms Forecast Across 20 States, Check City-Wise Update
Weather conditions are expected to remain unsettled across several parts of India on Thursday, September 17, 2026, as a low-pressure area over southwestern Rajasthan influences the regional weather pattern. Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are forecast across multiple states, while some areas co...
India-US Army joint military exercise; M777 deployment demo, shoot & scoot drills in Rajasthan
28 sittings a year, J&K leads in legislative time: Speaker
Srinagar, Sept 16: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Wednesday defended the duration of the forthcoming Autumn Session, rejecting criticism from Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma that a short sitting reflected a lack of legislative accountability. Rather said Jammu and Kashmir has an average of 28 Assembly sittings a year against the national average of 24, arguing that the Union Territory compares favourably with other legislatures in terms of annual sitting days. The Leader of Opposition should introspect before making statements like that. Jammu and Kashmir has an average of 28 sittings per year against the national average of just 24, Rather toldmedia personsduring an interaction ahead of the Autumn Session. The session is scheduled to be held in Srinagar from September 21 to September 30. Sharma had demanded a month-long session, alleging that the Government was avoiding adequate legislative scrutiny and failing to provide sufficient time for raising public issues. The Speaker said the Autumn Session in J&K had traditionally been relatively short and cited examples from other States to counter the Opposition's criticism. Assam had a one-day session, Rajasthan had a two-day session, and Gujarat, Delhi and Goa had three-day sessions, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh had five-day sessions. These are all BJP-ruled States, he said. He also referred to the period when the BJP was part of the Government in Jammu and Kashmir, saying the Autumn Session had been short during those years as well. In 2015, the Autumn Session was from October 4 to October 10 while in 2017, it was held in July for only four days, Rather said. The Speaker's remarks came a day after Sharma accused the Government of undermining legislative accountability and called for a longer session to enable members to raise issues concerning the public. Rather, however, maintained that the number of sitting days alone should not be viewed as the sole measure of legislative performance, stressing the importance of the quality of debate and the functioning of the House. He also made an appeal to the media to give greater prominence to substantive legislative work rather than disruptions and uproar inside the Assembly. The Presiding Officers will certainly try to bring them under controlthat is indeed their responsibility. However, your responsibility is even greater. Those who create uproar and show no respect for the rules, please write less about them, he said. Rather urged journalists to focus more on the quality of speeches and the legislative performance of members. Give more coverage to whichever member delivers a good performance. That will help us conduct the House in a civilised and orderly manner, he said. The Speaker said excessive coverage of disruptions could encourage other members to resort to similar tactics for publicity. Generally, it is seen that those who create a ruckus receive the most coverage. The consequence of this is that the number of rabble-rousers continues to grow day by day, he said. Rather said new members could get the impression that shouting slogans and creating disruptions was an effective way of attracting media attention, and urged the press to instead highlight members who respect parliamentary rules and contribute substantively to proceedings. The exchange between the Speaker and the Opposition comes ahead of the September 21 opening of the Autumn Session, with the duration and functioning of the House emerging as an early point of political contention.
Rajasthan achieves plantation target ahead of schedule
Under the Aravali Green Development Project, 250 crore has been invested in 19 districts for soil development and plantation efforts
Rajasthan urban local body elections: Candidates for mayors, chairpersons file nominations
According to a list containing 989 nominations, multiple nominations have been filed in several urban bodies, including cases where the same candidate figures more than once
Rajasthan Police Arrests Another Suspect in Digital Arrest Scam
Rajasthan Police have arrested a third suspect in a scam involving 76 lakh defrauded from an elderly couple in Jaipur. Rajasthan Police Arrests Another Suspect in Digital Arrest Scam
Who Will Teach?: Abhijeet Dipke Flags Teacher Shortage, School Gaps In Tribal Areas
CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke has launched the Adivasi School Thik Karo campaign, focusing on the condition of schools and educational facilities in tribal areas. The campaign team plans to visit schools across Maharashtra, including Gadchiroli, as well as Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Odisha, Gujarat and other states. Dipke has raised concerns over infrastructure, teacher vacancies, student deaths, medical access and Eklavya Model Residential Schools. He has also questioned teachers being deployed for election duties. Dipke says the campaigns objective is simple: document ground realities, improve schools and uplift marginalised tribal communities.
The resort politics is back in Rajasthan ahead of mayoral elections in Ajmer as Congress has sent all its councillors to Karnataka. According to sources, the councillors are being housed at Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's resort. It is to be noted that neither BJP nor Congress got a clear majority in the Ajmer Municipal Corporation Elections, although Congress has emerged as the largest party here.
Weather Tomorrow: The Meteorological Department has issued a new weather advisory for various regions of India. On Thursday, September 17, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in areas such as Delhi-NCR, Bihar, and Odisha, which may also experience lightning strikes. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan could receive light to moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms. Scattered showers and storms are predicted for Haryana and West Bengal as well.
Weather Tomorrow: The Meteorological Department has issued a new weather advisory for various regions of India. On Thursday, September 17, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in areas such as Delhi-NCR, Bihar, and Odisha, which may also experience lightning strikes. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan could receive light to moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms. Scattered showers and storms are predicted for Haryana and West Bengal as well.
AI Deepfake Scam Exposed: How a Fake CM Video Tricked Thousands into Paying Cash
A Rajasthan man was arrested for using AI deepfakes of the Tamil Nadu CM to run a scholarship scam. Learn how this 2026 fraud worked, why students were targeted, and how to spot synthetic voice cloning before you lose money.
Orange Vande Bharat Train Crosses Rajasthans Sambhar Salt Lake
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Indian Worker Loses Leg In Jerusalem Construction Site Accident
Tiles falling from crane reportedly severed the Rajasthan workers left leg
Indian worker in Israel loses leg in construction accident
Jerusalem: A 31-year-old Indian worker from Rajasthan lost his left leg in a construction site accident in Jerusalem after tiles being lifted by a crane fell on him. Sharwan Kumar Warma, from Rajasthan, lost his left leg in the accident last Wednesday and is being treated at Hadassah Hospital in Ein Kerem, Jerusalem. Warmas colleagues Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Check facts before raising fingers: Rahim Rather hits back at LoP over Assembly session
Srinagar, Sep 16: Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Abdul Raheem Rather on Wednesday hit back at Leader of Opposition (LoP) Sunil Sharma over his criticism on the duration of the upcoming Autumn session. Addressing media persons during a meeting convened ahead of the upcoming Autumn session of the House, Speaker asked the LoP Sunil Sharma to check facts before raising fingers saying that J&Ks record of Assembly sittings was better than the national average. He said the 10-day session, comprising seven working days, was planned in accordance with the business before the House and there was no purpose in extending it unnecessarily. The Speaker said the Autumn session was traditionally shorter and would deal with government business, including legislative work, besides private members business. It won't serve any purpose to have a long session. We have to keep it as per the business, Rather said. Taking on the Opposition over its criticism of the session's duration, Rather cited figures from different state legislatures and said J&K has an average of 28 Assembly sittings against a national average of 24. Our position is best when we compare our position with other legislatures. J&K is performing better in terms of holding sittings, he said. Rather said the Constitution required that the gap between two sessions should not exceed six months and alleged that some legislatures held sittings largely to fulfil this constitutional requirement. He specifically referred to Assam, governed by the BJP, and said the state had convened a one-day Autumn session. Ask the LoP about Assam which is governed by BJP. Sunil Sharma (our LoP) served as the BJP's election in-charge for the state. He should answer this, Rather added. The Speaker also said that as compared to the sessions, as per the figures, of other states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Goa J&K's Assembly has performed favourably with legislatures elsewhere. He said Gujarat, after its Assembly was adjourned in March, met again in September for three days, while Rajasthan had two sittings, Uttar Pradesh four, Madhya Pradesh five, Punjab six and Goa five. My request to the LoP is to check facts before raising fingers, Rather said. He also referred to the duration of Autumn sessions held under previous governments, saying the J&K Assembly, when the erstwhile state had greater legislative powers, held its 2015 Autumn session from October 3 to 10. In 2017, he said, the Autumn session lasted four days, from July 4 to 8. The present LoP was part of the decision-making process at the time. We are now holding the session for 10 days and opposition (LoP) says we are making a joke of it, Rather said. The Speaker said the length of an Assembly session should be determined by the volume of business and not merely extended to increase the number of days. He also pointed to the expenditure involved in convening the House. Speaker of the Legislative Assembly called upon the media to exercise greater caution and responsibility while reporting the proceedings of the legislature. The media is a respected section of society and Journalists act as an important bridge between the government and the people, he said. Rather said the media had the responsibility of communicating government policies, programmes and performance to the public while honestly conveying people's problems and aspirations to the government as well. On media coverage of the Assembly proceedings, Speaker urged the journalists to prefer quality of legislative proceedings over disruptions and noisy scenes. Prefer quality over noise. Make performance primary so that the legislators should realise that adherence to rules, law and meaningful participation in the House will attract greater media attention than disorderly conduct, he said. He said excessive focus on ruckus could tempt other members, particularly younger legislators, to resort to similar behaviour for attention. Legislators should feel that sensible behaviour in the House will invite more coverage, he added. The Speaker also cautioned journalists to report Assembly proceedings with due care and avoid any reach of privilege. He also assured the media of smooth arrangement saying that efforts would be made to address inconveniences faced by journalists during previous sessions. The Autumn session of the J&K Legislative Assembly is scheduled to commence on September 21, 2026.
Fake investment firm, WhatsApp groups used to dupe Gujarat man of Rs 1.46 crore; two held
Digital Desk | Valsad, Sep 16 (IANS) Two more persons have been arrested in connection with an alleged cyber fraud in which a Valsad resident in Gujarat was duped of Rs 1.46 crore through a fake investment platform and WhatsApp groups promising high returns from share-market trading, police said on Wednesday. The arrests of Bhargav Solanki and Mehul Kachhua were made by the Valsad Cyber Crime Police following an investigation into the fraud. Police said Rs 18.70 lakh of the allegedly defrauded amount had been credited to Kachhua's bank account. The case was registered at the Valsad Cyber Crime Police Station under Sections 336(2), 336(3), 338, 340(2), 316(2), 319(2), 318(4) and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the Information Technology Act, 2000, as amended in 2008. According to the police, the accused allegedly operated WhatsApp groups named B125-Wealthy Vision VIP Circle and 460-Wealthy Vision VIP Circle. The complainant, Khushru Dali Petigara, was allegedly lured with the promise of making higher profits through bulk buying and selling of shares through institutional trading. The accused allegedly created a false identity for a company called WealthyIN Broking Private Limited and induced the complainant to transfer Rs 1,46,75,000 into bank accounts. A trading application allegedly showed profits accruing on the investment. When the complainant attempted to withdraw the purported profits, he was allegedly asked to pay a further 15 per cent commission. He was told that the commission would be deducted from his balance. It was at this stage, police said, that the complainant realised he had been cheated and approached the cybercrime police. The investigation initially led to the arrest of Narendra Mali, whose bank account had allegedly received part of the proceeds. During interrogation, police said, Mali disclosed that he had withdrawn the money from his bank account and handed it over to Bhargav Solanki, Tinkesh Padhiyar and Mehul Kachhua, all associated with Malgarh in Deesa, Banaskantha district. Police said repeated searches were conducted in Deesa (Gujarat) and Rajasthan for the three men, but they could not initially be traced. Investigators subsequently analysed their bank accounts, mobile phone details, the phone records of their relatives, social media activity and information obtained through human sources. The investigation indicated that Solanki and Kachhua had been seen several times in Rajasthan and Malgarh, police said. Local sources were then activated, and investigators received information that the two would return to their homes in Malgarh on September 12 to celebrate Bhadarva Beej. Acting on the information, the cybercrime team apprehended Solanki and Kachhua and initiated legal proceedings against them. Police said Rs 53,97,797 had already been returned to the complainant after the complaint was lodged. The police contacted the 1930 cyber fraud helpline after obtaining details of the complainant's bank accounts and initiated steps to recover the funds. The police advisory accompanying the case urged people to exercise caution while responding to investment offers circulated through WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook and Instagram or through unknown links. It warned against offers promising daily profit, guaranteed returns, double money and VIP Trading Group memberships. Police also advised people not to download trading or investment applications at the request of unknown persons or share OTPs, UPI PINs, passwords, bank details or trading account information. Investors were advised to verify the SEBI registration and authorisation of companies, brokers and advisers before investing.
Anurag Thakur credits Centre for Kishau Dam breakthrough, questions Cong over six-decade delay
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Wednesday credited the Centre's efforts for resolving the long-pending Kishau Dam Project issue and criticised Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu for aking credit for the development, questioning why successive Congress governments had failed to resolve the matter over the past several decades. Thakur's remarks came a day after the Chief Ministers of six states signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday (September 15), paving the way for the long-pending 422 MW Kishau Multipurpose Project. Speaking to reporters, Thakur said the project had remained unresolved for nearly six decades despite several Congress governments at both the Centre and state levels. This was a six-decade-old problem. Several Congress governments came and went, from the Centre to the states, but they could not resolve this issue. Under the direction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Union Home Minister and the Union Jal Shakti Minister held meetings with the Chief Ministers of six states and resolved this issue, he said. Thakur said the agreement would not only help address the country's future water requirements but also contribute towards meeting its power needs. He described the agreement among the Centre and six states as an example of cooperative federalism and inter-governmental coordination. They have also taken a major step to meet the huge water requirements that will arise for future generations, along with addressing the power requirements. When we talk about cooperative federalism and cooperation between governments, this is a living example of strengthening that spirit. The Central government, along with the Chief Ministers and governments of six states, has resolved this issue through the Kishau Dam Project, he said. Taking a swipe at the Himachal Pradesh government over the issue of credit for the project, Thakur said, As far as the cost is concerned, the Centre is bearing 90 per cent of the expenditure. Yet some people are trying to take credit. If the Himachal Chief Minister wants to take credit, he should explain why Congress governments could not resolve this issue in the past 50-60 years, he added. The MoU for the Rs 15,000-crore Kishau Multipurpose Project was signed by Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu along with Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil were also present at the signing of the agreement. The signing of the MoU marks a significant step towards taking forward the 422 MW multipurpose project, which has remained pending for several years due to differences over its financial burden and distribution of benefits among the participating states. Following the signing of the agreement, the Kishau Multipurpose Project will now be placed before the Union Cabinet for approval. Once the necessary approval is secured, the project can move ahead towards its implementation. The Kishau Project is intended to provide benefits related to hydropower generation and water supply, while also addressing the long-term requirements of the participating states.
Key Accused in Scam Impersonating CM Vijay Nabbed in Rajasthan
During the regular cyber patrolling, the Cyber Crime team of CB-CID came across AI generated deep fake videos with Hindi audio impersonating the Chief Minister on Facebook
Rajasthan urban body polls: Repolling begins in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota and Suket
According to the poll panel, complaints of technical glitches in EVMs at these polling stations were received during counting
Low-pressure system to bring extremely heavy rainfall in Gujarat: IMD
A low-pressure system over southwest Rajasthan and adjoining areas is likely to bring extremely heavy rain to Saurashtra-Kutch, while monsoon withdrawal may begin around September 19
RPSC SI Result 2026 Out - Check Interview Shortlist and Cutoff Marks at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
RPSC has released the interview shortlist for the Sub Inspector/ Platoon Commander Exam 2025 on 15 September 2026. Check Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Area roll numbers, category-wise cutoff marks, required documents, and the last date to submit forms.
Uttarakhand, Haryana, four other states sign Kishau Dam pact: Key details
Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi signed the Kishau Dam pact for a 232.6-metre dam on the Tons River along the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border
Sia is in a lot of pain, has hidden bruises: Gurgaon bikers father
The injured woman biker will undergo X-rays and MRI scans at a Delhi hospital. She alleged the accused deliberately chased and rammed her vehicle on Golf Course Road. The primary accused, Kalyan Bainsla, was arrested from Dausa, Rajasthan, by police. Sia gave her statement before a magistrate, requesting strict action against the accused. Her father questioned the accused's washroom claim, stating he could have stopped the car.
Six states sign agreement for long-pending Kishau multipurpose project
Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi and Haryana signed the MoA for the Kishau project, with 90% of its water component cost to be funded by the Centre
Delhi-NCR braces for another rainy day as IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 16 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to remain partly cloudy on Wednesday, with rain and thunderstorms expected in several areas as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast continued wet weather across the region and adjoining parts of northwest India. The national capital and neighbouring regions are likely to experience another spell of unsettled weather on Wednesday, with thunderstorms and lightning possible at isolated places. The IMD has forecast isolated heavy rainfall over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also likely at isolated locations in Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi, Punjab and Uttarakhand. The weather system could result in short spells of rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds in some areas, rather than continuous rainfall throughout the day. The wet conditions are expected to continue into Thursday, with the IMD forecasting fairly widespread to widespread rainfall over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and Punjab on Wednesday and Thursday. Isolated areas could also receive heavy rain during this period. Bihar is also likely to witness rain and thunderstorm activity on Wednesday. Several parts of the state may receive showers, while thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds are possible in some areas. Odisha is expected to experience partly cloudy conditions with rain and thunderstorms in several districts. The IMD has warned of lightning and thunderstorm activity, along with the possibility of gusty winds in some parts of the state. In Rajasthan, weather conditions are likely to shift from partly sunny skies to increased cloud cover, followed by rain and thunderstorms in some areas. The IMD has issued thunderstorm and lightning warnings for both East and West Rajasthan, with gusty winds likely at isolated places. Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain partly cloudy, with scattered showers mainly expected during the afternoon. Temperatures are likely to remain relatively moderate, although weather conditions could stay unsettled in some parts of the state. Haryana is expected to witness rain, with thunderstorms possible during the morning and thundery showers likely in the afternoon. Uttar Pradesh may experience cloudy periods, with light rain in the morning followed by brief showers in the afternoon. Thunderstorms could occur at isolated places, prompting residents to exercise caution during lightning and sudden downpours. Uttarakhand is likely to receive light to moderate rain and thundershowers at a few places. The IMD has warned of thunderstorms with lightning and intense to very intense spells of rainfall at isolated locations, particularly in the hill districts. The rainfall activity is expected to extend beyond northwest India. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya, Kerala, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal on September 16.
Repolling begins at five Jaipur booths in Rajasthan civic polls over EVM issues
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Rajasthan police arrest Kalyan Bainsla after car hits woman biker
Sia also alleged that she was targeted because she is a woman biker
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Gurugram Road Rage Case: Prime Accused Arrested After 50-Hour Manhunt
Kalyan Bainsla, the accused in the Gurugram hit-and-run case, made another attempt to escape. This time from police custody on Tuesday after he was arrested from Dausa in Rajasthan, the police said. The accused attempted to flee from police custody on the pretext of going to urinate, the Gurugram Police said. During the attempt, he fell and sustained minor injuries. He was taken to the hospital and provided first aid, the police said. The car, registered in the name of an acquaintance, was found in Bainsla's possession and seized. Post arrest, pictures showed him kneeling in front of the impounded car with his right hand heavily bandaged.
'Every IPL Team Owner Is Upset That Sooryavanshi...'
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Intended to kill her: What we know so far about Gurgaon hit-and-run case
Kalyan Bainsla was arrested in Rajasthan for ramming his car into a biker. Shivani Chauhan's bike camera video showed the deliberate collision on Golf Course Road. Police added an attempt to murder charge against Bainsla after reviewing the evidence. Bainsla and his cousin fled to Rajasthan after the incident occurred. The victim was fortunate to avoid fatal injuries due to her safety gear.
BJPs Victory in Rajasthan Local Elections Reflects Modis Development Model, Says Shrikant Bharati
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BJPs Harsh Malhotra Praises Rajasthan Municipal Election Victory
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Rajasthan Civic Polls: BJP Dominates, But AAP, CPM Wins BIG Alarm For Congress Ahead Of 2028
Rajasthans civic poll results have delivered a mixed political verdict. The BJP remains the biggest force, winning over 4,179 wards, while Congress secured 3,613. But AAP and CPM have sprung major surprises, winning Baran and Nokha respectively. Congress also scored decisive victories in Jhalawar and made gains in Pali. Meanwhile, Independents won 2,273 wards and could emerge as kingmakers in several civic bodies. With the 2028 Assembly elections ahead, the results offer important signals for the BJP, Congress and emerging opposition forces across Rajasthan.
NHRC Takes Action in Rajasthan After Disturbing Incident Involving Womans Assault
The NHRC has requested a report from Rajasthan officials regarding a womans assault and public humiliation in Banswara. NHRC Takes Action in Rajasthan After Disturbing Incident Involving Womans Assault
Rajasthan Panchayat Elections: Reservation Lottery Postponed Amid Ongoing Urban Local Body Elections
Rajasthans Panchayati Raj Department has postponed the reservation lottery for upcoming elections due to ongoing urban local body election processes. Rajasthan Panchayat Elections: Reservation Lottery Postponed Amid Ongoing Urban Local Body Elections
NSTFDC, HPCL Sign MoU to Set Up Smart Classrooms and Computer Labs in 29 Tribal Schools in Rajasthan
NSTFDC partners with HPCL to set up four smart classrooms and computer labs in 29 Eklavya Model Residential Schools across Rajasthan, boosting digital learning.
A 41-year-old man was killed in a horrific road accident in Rajasthan's Tonk district on Tuesday after the car he was driving crashed into a dumper truck on the Deoli-Tonk highway near Polyada. The deceased was identified as Rajaram, son of Jagdish Jat, a resident of Janakpura Torri in Malpura police station area.
Historic Kishau Project Advances with Central and State Agreement, Says Bhajanlal Sharma
Rajasthans Chief Minister announces progress on the Kishau multi-purpose dam project, enhancing water security across six states. Historic Kishau Project Advances with Central and State Agreement, Says Bhajanlal Sharma
Watch: Gurugram hit-and-run accused arrested; police add attempt-to-murder charge
Gurugram Police have arrested Kalyan Bainsla in Rajasthan following a viral video showing a car intentionally hitting a woman biker on Golf Course Road. Charged with attempt to murder under Section 109 of the BNS, the accused claims the collision was accidental, while the victim asserts she was chased and targeted. The high-profile case has sparked intense public outrage and scrutiny over road safety and accountability on city streets.
Kishau dam will increase water availability in Yamuna, says Haryana CM
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday said that the signing of a pact among six states regarding the Kishau Multipurpose Project is a significant step, with the state directly getting the benefit of increased water availability in the Yamuna River. Speaking to the media here after a meeting on the project chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Chief Minister said important decisions were taken at the significant meeting of six states -- Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi and Rajasthan, besides Haryana. Due to the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the active efforts of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the way has been paved for building consensus among the states on this issue that has been pending for years. CM Saini expressed his special gratitude to PM Modi and Home Minister Shah for this important initiative. He also thanked Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil and said he had continuously worked to expedite the Kishau project by coordinating with the states and departments concerned. The signing of the MoU is a major achievement in this direction. CM Saini said Haryanas share in the water of the Yamuna is 48 per cent. Therefore, Haryana will directly benefit from increased water availability in the Yamuna. Along with the Kishau Project, the Renuka-ji and Lakhwar projects are also important for Haryana. Construction work on both these projects is already underway, and now work on the Kishau Project is also expected to begin soon. CM Saini said Haryanas share from all three projects --Renuka-ji, Lakhwar and Kishau -- will be around 1,143 million cubic meters (MCM). The three projects will collectively increase water availability by 2,676 cusecs, of which 1,280 cusecs will be Haryanas share.
NHRC seeks report from Rajasthan CS over woman allegedly beaten, paraded semi-nude in Banswara
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report regarding the alleged assault and public humiliation of a woman in Rajasthans Banswara district, where she was reportedly beaten with sticks and paraded semi-nude after her hair was forcibly cut by her husband and other relatives over allegations that she had left home with another man. Observing that the contents of the media report, if true, raise serious issues of violation of the victims rights to life and dignity, the NHRC has issued notices to the Chief Secretary of the Rajasthan government and the Superintendent of Police, Banswara, seeking a detailed report within two weeks. The report is expected to include the status of the investigation as well as details of compensation, if any, paid to the victim. According to the media report carried on September 4, the incident allegedly took place on September 1. The matter came to light after a video of the incident surfaced on social media. The apex human rights body said the woman was reportedly subjected to cruelty and inhuman treatment in full public view by her husband and other relatives. Established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, the NHRC is an autonomous statutory body that embodies Indias concern for the promotion and protection of human rights. Its primary role is to protect and promote human rights, defined as rights relating to the life, liberty, equality and dignity of individuals, guaranteed by the Constitution or embodied in international covenants and enforceable by courts in India. The apex human rights body has the power to take suo motu action based on media reports, public knowledge or other sources, without receiving a formal complaint of human rights violations.
Gym Owner Held For Stalking, Attempted Murder Of Biker
A gym owner has been arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly ramming his car into a woman biker in Gurugram, knocking her off her vehicle. The incident, captured on video, led to charges of attempt to murder and stalking after the victim claimed the accused made indecent comments and deliberately hit her. The accused, Kalyan Bainsla, along with a cousin, was apprehended after a two-day search.
22nd India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas Begins in Auli and Rajasthan
The 22nd edition of the India-US joint military exercise, Yudh Abhyas, officially commenced today at the Auli Foreign Training Node in Uttarakhand. Simultaneously being conducted at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, the bilateral exercise features 600 personnel from each side. The opening ceremony was addressed by Major General Amaresh Gunjan, General Officer Commanding, [] The post 22nd India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas Begins in Auli and Rajasthan appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
3 mild tremors hit 5 villages in Rajasthan's Jhalawar, students evacuated from school
The Gurugram hit-and-run case involving woman biker Shivani Chauhan, popularly known as Sia, has taken another turn after accused car driver Kalyan Bainslatried to escape from police custody. Bainsla was arrested in Rajasthan in connection with the Golf Course Road incident and, while being taken into custody, attempted to flee on the pretext of taking a toilet break.
Himachal will annually earn Rs 1,000 crore from Kishau dam project, says CM Sukhu
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Elated over the signing of a pact among six states for the construction of the 422 MW Kishau Multi-Purpose Project with an outlay of Rs 15,624 crore on a tributary of the Yamuna River, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Tuesday said they would earn an annual revenue of over Rs 1,000 crore with the sale of electricity generated from the project. Besides Himachal, the other states are Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Rajasthan. The project is located on the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. It was signed by Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, Himachal Chief Minister Sukhu, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. Taking to the media after the signing of the project, CM Sukhu said at a high-level meeting on June 16 under the Chairmanship of the Home Minister, the Centre agreed in principle that the estimated cost of Rs 2000 crore on the power component of the states side would be borne by the beneficiary states -- Delhi, Rajasthan and Haryana. He said the state had strongly pursued the matter to save the state from bearing the financial burden, which the previous government could not achieve. The Chief Minister said the previous government had agreed to give Rs 800 crore as the states share, which the present government refused in the interest of the state, keeping in mind the states limited resources. Sukhu said that while the population of the state will be displaced, the state will bear maximum loss due to the project. Therefore, it was unfair for the state to bear financial burden further, and its contribution towards the nation's progress should be compensated suitably. The Chief Minister said the state would get its share of 1,000 million units per year from the power component of the project, which amounts to likely more than Rs 1,000 crore on the completion of the project.
Rahul Gandhi criticises Centre over 'imposition' of UPI fees, BJP says 'Jhooth ki Goonj'
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday lashed out at the Centre over its decision to impose fees on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, while the BJP hit back, accusing him of spreading lies and fake news. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi said: The Modi government has quietly opened the door to imposing fees on UPI. Now, MDR can be levied on merchant UPI transactions above Rs. 2,000. Even if these transactions account for just 5% of the volume, they make up nearly 65% of UPI's total transaction value, he said. Despite the government's statement that no fees will be charged to customers, Gandhi said: But where will the fees imposed on shopkeepers ultimately come from? Added to prices, straight out of the customer's pocket. American payment companies have long opposed India's zero-MDR policy. Now, the Modi government has opened the path to changing the policy in exactly that direction, the Congress leader alleged. Hitting back at LoP Gandhi's allegations, BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said: Rahul Gandhi and the Congress are a 'naraz fufa' who run a shop of lies. This is the same party that had opposed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's advocacy for the UPI revolution...Congress has been a historical opponent of digital financial revolution achieved by India under PM Modi and is spreading these lies today, he remarked. Referring to the BJP's performance in Rajasthan civic body polls, Bhandari said: Rajasthan has shown the Congress that it is the 'Truth' that emerges victorious rather than their 'Jhooth ki Goonj. Today the entire country is watching that the Congress is frustrated because the Indian economy is moving forward and that the UPI has been successful in India, which did not happen during its tenure. It is due to this sick mindset that Congress is disseminating this fake news, the BJP leader added. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Tuesday said that it has revised the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for select UPI transactions, under which charges will apply to certain merchant payments above Rs 2,000, while small merchants and low-value transactions will continue to benefit from zero MDR.
Kalyan Bainsla, who rammed woman biker in Gurugram, arrested from Rajasthan
India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 begins in Uttarakhand, Rajasthan
The 22nd edition of the India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 commenced on Tuesday with the opening ceremony held at the Auli Foreign Training Node in Uttarakhand, with the exercise being conducted simultaneously at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. The exercise brings together 600 personnel each from the Indian and US armies [] The post India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 begins in Uttarakhand, Rajasthan appeared first on Tfipost.com .
