A startling case came to light in Bijainagar area of Beawar in Rajasthan where underage Hindu girls of Class 10 were trapped, raped, and blackmailed with obscene images by Muslim boys who wanted to force them to embrace Islam and then marry them. The investigation is currently in progress and 14 accused, including 4 minors, Continue reading Beawar Mass Rape Case: Muslim Boys Wanted To Convert Victims, Were Offered Prize Money In Lakhs, It Was Organised Crime The post Beawar Mass Rape Case: Muslim Boys Wanted To Convert Victims, Were Offered Prize Money In Lakhs, It Was Organised Crime appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
ED Raids Former Rajasthan Minister Pratap Khachariyawas' Residence
Khachariyawas held the Transport portfolio in the previous Ashok Gehlot-led Congress government
ED raids premises of Rajasthan Congress leader Pratap Singh Khachariyawas, others
JAIPUR: The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday raided the premises of Rajasthan Congress leader and former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas along with a few others as part of a Rs 48,000-crore PACL Ponzi fraud-linked money laundering probe, official sources said. About 15 premises, including the politician's house in Jaipur, are being searched by the federal probe agency. A security team of the CRPF has also been deployed. Addressing reporters outside his ancestral house here, Khachariyawas, nephew of former vice president Bhairon Singh Shekhawat, said the ED action was politically motivated because he has been speaking against the government. He asserted he had done nothing wrong and that he was ot afraid of the ED. As the news about the ED raids broke, supporters of Khachariyawas gathered outside his residence and raised slogans. They have brought a notice to search the premises. They have not given notice linking it to any company. Premises can be searched anywhere in the country, it is their right. I am neither afraid nor nervous, Khachariyawas told reporters. If there is any issue, I will respond. There are six lawyers from my side, he said. The Congress leader claimed that the ED has come to search his house to scare him. The BJP is arrogant. It has been in power at the Centre for 11 years and it is also in power in Rajasthan. I have been speaking against them and therefore they have taken this action, but I am not going to get scared, he said, adding that he will continue raising his voice against the government. Khachariyawas alleged the ED takes action without any reason. They called our leader Rahul Gandhi. When they give a reason, I will respond. So far, the ED has not given any reason for the search, he said. He said the BJP government should not do politics through the ED. The former minister also said that he has nothing to do with any company. Khachariyawas said he lives in a joint family and such actions disturb the entire family. I will now build a new house, name it 'Kranti House' and start a revolt from there so that my family is not disturbed, he said. Leader of Opposition in the Rajasthan Assembly Tikaram Jully termed the action against Khachariywas political revenge. Former minister and senior Congress leader Pratap Singh Khachariyawas has been raising his voice against the BJP government. Fearing this, the BJP government has sent central agencies to his house, Jully posted on X. 2020 Tika Ram Jully (@TikaRamJullyINC) April 15, 2025 In 2020 also, an attempt was made to harass him in a similar manner. This action being taken against Pratap Singh Khachariyawas in the spirit of political revenge is condemnable, he said. The money laundering investigation of 2015 stems from a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) FIR against PACL India Limited, PGF Limited, the late PACL promoter Nirmal Singh Bhangoo and others for operating fraudulent investment schemes to deceive investors. Through these schemes, PACL and its directors defrauded the investors of about Rs 48,000 crore, according to the ED. Alleged proceeds of crime are suspected to have been diverted to various entities including those linked to Khachariyawas, the sources claimed. The ED has attached assets worth Rs 706 crore, including two immovable properties worth Rs 462 crore in Australia, and filed two chargesheets against PACL, Bhangoo and others. Bhangoo died in August last year.
ED raids premises of Rajasthan Congress leader Pratap Singh Khachariyawas
JAIPUR: The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday searched the premises of Rajasthan Congress leader and former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas as part of an investigation, official sources said. Addressing reporters outside his house here, Khachariyawas asserted he had done nothing wrong and that he was ot afraid of the ED. The BJP government should not do politics through the ED, he said. The federal probe agency is searching multiple premises in this case at some other locations too. Further details are awaited.
Moderate rains, thunderstorms to continue in Telangana
HYDERABAD: Telangana is expected to experience light to moderate rainfall and thundershowers over the next few days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting unsettled weather conditions till April 20. However, daytime temperatures continue to remain high, with all 33 districts recording maximum temperatures above 40C for the second consecutive day. Jagtial recorded the highest temperature in the state at 43.4C, while Hyderabads highest was 40.1C in the Kapra area. According to the IMD, a trough currently runs from West Rajasthan to the Gulf of Mannar across eastern Rajasthan, western Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Marathwada, interior Karnataka and Tamil Nadu at an altitude of 0.9 km above mean sea level. Another trough stretching from southeast Madhya Pradesh to central Telangana across Vidarbha at the same level has now merged with the main system. Under the influence of these weather patterns, light to moderate rain or thundershowers are expected across several parts of the state throughout the week. Yellow alert issued for Hyderabad, Rangareddy The IMD has also issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph) in the districts of Jayashankar Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Khammam, Nalgonda, Rangareddy, Hyderabad, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Vikarabad. For the next 48 hours, Hyderabad will see partly cloudy skies with a likelihood of light rain or thundershowers in some areas during the evening or night. Maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to be around 38C and 25C, respectively. Surface winds are likely to be southwesterlies, with speeds ranging from 4 to 6 kmph.
NHPC shares in focus on starting operation of 107 MW solar capacity at Bikaner
NHPC shares are in focus following the commencement of commercial operations for a 107 MW solar power capacity in Rajasthan. Additionally, trial runs for all units of the Parbati-II HE Project in Himachal Pradesh have been successfully completed, with commercial operations already declared for three units earlier this month.
3 Jain monks in Madhya Pradesh temple attacked by youths from Rajasthan
BHOPAL: Three Shwetambara Jain monks resting in a Hanuman Temple of a village on the Madhya Pradesh-Rajasthan border in western MPs Neemuch district were allegedly attacked by anti-social elements late Sunday night. The incident triggered protests by local residents in Singoli town of Neemuch district, close to the states border with Rajasthans Chittorgarh district. Prior to the protests the police had arrested six youngsters, whom it claimed were involved in the attack. According to the FIR filed on the complaint of Singoli town resident Bhawarlal Mehta, the incident occurred in Kachchala village in the Singoli area of Neemuch district at around 11 p.m. on Sunday, while the monks were resting inside the temple before taking their onward journey to Rajasthan the next morning. The youngsters approached them and asked for money and valuables. When the monks said that they were Jain munis on religious trek and had no money or valuables, the men mercilessly attacked them with lathis and rods. Despite being injured, the monks managed to escape to the main road and sought help from the local residents. The matter was subsequently reported to the local police by the villagers. A 2.20-minute video showing the police at the spot after the incident has visuals which showed multiple injuries on the back, head, neck, and faces of the victims. Acting on specific inputs, a police team traced the accused a few hours later. All six accused, which include a 16-year-old teenager, have been arrested. All of them hail from the adjoining Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. Theyve been booked under major sections of the BNS and will be produced before the court later in the day. Were also working on figuring out whether they have been involved in criminal incidents in the past or not, Neemuch district police superintendent Ankit Jaiswal told this newspaper on Monday. While one of the arrested accused is 16 years old, the other five (all in their early 20s) have been identified as Ganpat Naik, Gopal Bhoi, Kanhaiyalal Bhoi, Raju Bhoi, and Babu Sharma, all residents of the Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. The arrested men have been booked under BNS sections 115(2), 119(1), 3(5), 191(2). The injured have been shifted to a dharamshala. According to informed sources, the residents of Kachchala village had recently complained to the local police about men from the adjoining Chittorgarh district moving around in the village in a suspicious manner, but the police did not initiate action. Angered over the Sunday late-night incident, local residents shut down Singoli town on Monday morning, but following the police action and meeting with the district collector and SP, the shutdown was withdrawn. The Jain community bodies have handed over memoranda addressed to the states CM Mohan Yadav to the administration in Mandsaur and Neemuch districts of western MP. Sparks outrage Angered over the incident, local residents shut down Singoli town. But it was later withdrawn. Jain community bodies have handed over memorandums addressed to the states CM to the administration in Mandsaur and Neemuch districts
Brace for rain, thunderstorm this week in Karnataka
BENGALURU: Mondays short spell of rain is a harbinger of things to come this week. The formation of troughs and cyclonic systems foretell rain across South and Central Karnataka over the next few days. The IMD said moderate to heavy rainfall is forecast in most parts of Karnataka, including Bengaluru, for the week ahead. Rain, thundershowers and gusty winds will prevail over Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Haveri, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, Kolar, Vijayanagara, Davanagere, Shivamogga, Chitradurga, Tumakuru, Hassan, Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, Ramanagara, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru Urban, Chikkaballapura, Raichur, Koppal, Kalaburagi, Yadgir, Dharwad and Belagavi. There is a trough formation from West Rajasthan to Gulf of Mannar across East Rajasthan, West Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Marathwada, and across interior Karnataka and Tamil Nadu at 0.9km above mean sea level. Also, a trough from southeast Madhya Pradesh to central parts of Telangana across Vidarbha at 0.9km has merged with the above trough. There is upper upper air cyclonic circulation over central parts of coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam and neighbouring areas. Rain in Bengaluru In Bengaluru, till 7pm, the BBMP control room did not record any water logging in the city, but a treefall complaint came in from Sampangiram Nagar. Officials said there were no untoward incidents. Till 7.30pm, the IMD head office recorded 3.4mm rain in the city, while 0.2mm rain was recorded at HAL Airport observatory. Trace rainfall (0.1mm) was recorded at KIA weather observatory.
Mayank Yadav set to join LSG camp on Tuesday, likely to play against RR
Lucknow Super Giants' pace attack is set to receive a major boost with Mayank Yadav's expected return for Saturday's game against Rajasthan Royals, following his recovery from a back injury. Despite missing key bowlers like Yadav and Mohsin Khan, LSG has secured four wins in six matches.
Parts of Rajasthan reel from severe heat
Rajasthan is experiencing intense heat, with Barmer reaching a scorching 45.4 degrees Celsius. Phalodi, Jaisalmer, and Jodhpur also recorded high temperatures, impacting daily life. The Meteorological Department forecasts a further rise of 3-4 degrees Celsius in daytime temperatures over the next three days, exacerbating the already challenging conditions across the state.
Video: Congress MLA Grabs BJP Leader By Collar, Slaps Him In Rajasthan
Congress MLA Indira Meena had an altercation with a local BJP leader in Sawaimadhopur district over the installation of a commemorative plaque at the site of a statue of Dr B R Ambedkar.
Khaleel Ahmed, Chennai Super Kings' key bowler, has been consistently striking early in IPL 2025. He dismissed Lucknow Super Giants' Aiden Markram, adding to his list of first-over victims this season. Ahmed previously removed openers from Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals, and Mumbai Indians. With four first-over wickets, he leads the league, surpassing Jofra Archer's three.
Clash between BJP, Congress party workers over plaque at Ambedkar statues pedestal in Rajasthan
Congress MLA among those involved in the scuffle over the plaque that was unveiled to the public in Bonli two years ago during Congress rule
Three Jain monks resting in Hanuman temple attacked by armed youths in Neemuch; six arrested
BHOPAL: Three Jain monks resting in a Hanuman Temple of a village in Madhya Pradesh-Rajasthan border in western MPs Neemuch district were allegedly attacked by anti-social elements on April 13. The incident triggered protests by residents in Singoli town of Neemuch district, close to the states border with Rajasthans Chittorgarh district. The police arrested six youngsters, who they claimed were involved in the attack. The incident happened in Kachchala village in the Singoli area of Neemuch district at around 11 pm on April 13. The three middle-aged Jain monks were resting inside the temple before taking their onward journey to Rajasthan. A group of men (all youngsters) armed with rods and sticks attacked the three monks and even tore their clothes. On hearing their cry for help, villagers rushed to the spot, but by then the attackers had left already. Acting on specific inputs, a police team traced the accused a few hours later. All six accused, which include a 16-year-old teenager, have been arrested. All of them hail from the adjoining Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. They have been booked under major sections of the BNS and will be produced before the court. We are also working on to figure out whether they have been involved in criminal incidents in the past or not, Neemuch district police superintendent Ankit Jaiswal told TNIE on April 14. While one of the arrested accused is 16 years old, the other five (aged in early 20s) have been identified as Ganpat Naik, Gopal Bhoi, Kanhaiyalal Bhoi, Raju Bhoi and Babu Sharma, all residents of Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. The three Shwetambara Jain monks who sustained injuries in the attack have been shifted to a Dharamshala. Importantly, as per informed sources, the residents of the Kachchala village in Neemuchs Singoli police station area had recently complained to the local police about men from the adjoining Chittorgarh district moving around in the village in a suspicious manner, but no action was initiated by the police. Angered over the late night incident, local residents had shut down the Singoli town on April 14. However, following the police action and a meeting with the district collector and SP, the shut down was withdrawn.
Congress MLA Indira Meena 'slaps BJP functionary, tears his clothes' in ugly spat in Rajasthan
JAIPUR: Congress MLA, Indira Meena allegedly slapped BJP functionary Hanuman Dixit following an ugly spat between BJP and Congress leaders at Sawai Madhopur district in Rajasthan on Sunday night. Indira Meena climbed onto Dixit's car and tore his clothes during the heated confrontation. Following this, a video of the incident went viral sparking an outrage. The clash occurred at Ambedkar Circle in Baunli town. It was over installation of plaques beneath a statue of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar which was unveiled two years ago. Ahead of Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14, plans were underway to install plaques bearing the names of MLA Indira Meena and Municipal Council President Kamlesh Devi Joshi. However, tensions flared when BJP workers, led by Pradhan Krishna Poswal and BJP Mandal President Hanuman Dixit, reached the site to oppose the move. While BJP leaders objected to the installation of new plaques under an already inaugurated statue, accusing the Congress of politicizing the issue, MLA Indira Meena claimed that BJP workers, under the influence of alcohol, deliberately tried to disrupt the event. In a social media post, Meena accused BJP workers of being anti-Ambedkar and anti-Constitution. She claimed that BJP members halted the beautification work at Baulis Ambedkar Circle ahead of Ambedkar Jayanti and vandalized plaques and tiles from a previous inauguration. Meena further alleged that the police failed to act against the culprits and accused the administration of shielding them. She condemned the incident, calling it an attack not just on a statue, but on the Constitution and the rights of marginalized communities. The situation quickly escalated when a heated argument broke out between both sides. In a dramatic turn of events, MLA Indira Meena allegedly climbed onto Hanuman Dixits car, slapped him, and tore his clothes an incident captured on video and widely circulated on social media. As the situation grew tense, SDM Chandra Prakash Verma, ASP Neelkamal, SHO Radha Raman Gupta, and local police forces rushed to the scene to bring the situation under control. The plaques were removed and kept in a secure location to prevent further controversy. However, one of the nameplates was reportedly damaged during the scuffle. In response, BJP leader Hanuman Dixit denied MLA Indira Meenas allegations, claiming she and her supporters were illegally installing a plaque without permission. Dixit said BJP workers intervened, which angered the MLA. He alleged that Meena later confronted him with her supporters and misbehaved. Dixit has also announced plans for legal action against the Congress MLA and added that the BJP is preparing to protest against what they called an act of political bullying.
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After beating Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru players played a prank on Virat Kohli, with Tim David stealing his bat and eliciting hilarious reactions from the star batter.
Congress MLA in Rajasthan assaults BJP leader during Ambedkar statue dispute
Jaipur: A heated argument broke out late Sunday night in Bonli in Rajasthans Sawai Madhopur between Congress MLA Indira Meena and BJP Mandal President Hanuman Dixit over the placement of a plaque near a statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar. The confrontation reportedly turned physical, with MLA Meena allegedly pulling Dixit by the collar and tearing []
A Delhi gang involved in abducting and selling newborns has been busted, leading to the arrest of three individuals and the rescue of two infants. Operating across state borders, the gang targeted vulnerable families in Rajasthan and Gujarat, selling babies to childless couples for substantial amounts.
Rajasthan Braces For Extreme Temperatures, Weather Officials Heatwave Alert
As the weather remained dry across Rajasthan, temperatures continued to rise. Barmer recorded the highest maximum temperature in the state at a scorching 44.0 degrees Celsius, which is 5 degrees above normal.
Top IAS Officer in Trouble Over Kashmir Trip During Rajasthan Heat Crisis
SRINAGAR: A seemingly minor lapse in judgment has landed a senior IAS officer in trouble, with his recent trip to Kashmir drawing sharp criticism from the Rajasthan administration. Neelabh Saxena, a 2015-batch Indian Administrative Service officer and the current Collector of Karauli district, is now at the centre of controversy over a deviation from his [] The post Top IAS Officer in Trouble Over Kashmir Trip During Rajasthan Heat Crisis appeared first on Kashmir Life .
One state, many missed chances
BENGALURU: As a tourist destination, Karnataka lives up to its tagline: One State, Many Worlds. But for snow, the state offers everything that a tourist needs to relax and rejuvenate. Yet, to become the top preferred destination for all travellers, the authorities need to learn a little more about tourism, and adopt some of the best practices from destinations drawing higher footfalls, to improve facilities in the state. Stakeholders, tour operators, industry experts and tourism officials point out that the Karnataka government needs to watch out for early trends and work fast to catch them, like the Ramayana Circuit, vegetarian and highway tourism. Karnataka ranks fourth in India in the domestic tourism category, and is at 12 in international tourism. Experts suggest there is a lot of scope for improvement, especially when it comes to basics like wayside facilities and services. A 150km trip outside Bengaluru, and the world changes. There are poorly maintained wayside amenities, hotels and restaurants. Simple facilities like washrooms become a concern. The focus of the government is Bengaluru. But this is not the case with states like Tamil Nadu or Kerala, said Shobhith B, a software professional and avid traveller. A tourism official likens the situation to too many cooks spoiling the broth, As per standards, there should be a restroom facility every 60km. Construction of toilets along roads is the task of the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Public Works Department (PWD), but the onus of maintaining them is on the property owner or district administration. Approval and funding rests with the finance department. Their construction and maintenance will benefit the tourism sector, which is not happening. Karnataka recorded 4.85 lakh international tourist arrivals in 2024, up from 4.01 lakh tourists in 2023. The number of domestic tourists stood at 30.46crore in 2024, compared to 28.35 crore in 2023. Snatching opportunities Stakeholders said the government and tourism department are not making the most of opportunities available to them in attracting tourists. A consultant working with the department, who did not want to be identified, said: There is overcrowding in Goa. Udhagamandalam (Ooty) is losing out on tourism because of the recent introduction of entry pass. This can become a golden opportunity for Karnataka to promote its destinations, but the trend was not studied in advance, to compete and improve facilities for this tourist season in places like Karwar, Gokarna, Mangaluru, Talacauvery, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru or Sakleshpur. They continue to be looked at as short-haul weekend getaways. The consultant added that the government has been over-promoting Hampi, while Belur, Halebidu, Pattadakal and Aihole, which are also Unesco heritage sites and have a lot of potential, have not been given equal priority. Tourists visiting Gokarna and Goa stretch to Hampi and vice-versa. But in case of other sites, there is nothing beyond them to see and do. More so, there are no basic facilities, including tourist security and availability of well-trained guides. This has been well understood by Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and now even Uttar Pradesh. Other states score as all their heritage properties are being given equal importance, he added. Consultants have also suggested to officials that instead of travelling overseas, they should travel to other states, especially North India, to learn about opportunities like highway tourism, which is becoming popular across India. With many people buying high-end cars and SUVs, and the Central government improving the road network, people now prefer to drive long distances instead of depending on buses or trains. This is a big opportunity Karnataka should immediately tap, the consultant added. Affordability and packages In multiple meetings, stakeholders who study tourist trends pointed out that when domestic tourism is the pulse of Karnataka, it should be made more affordable. But at present, domestic tourism is costly compared to international travel. The tourism department, in coordination with hoteliers and experts, should work on designing affordable tourism packages for all categories of travellers. These packages should be dynamic and customised, depending on trends and types of travellers. Also, the government should only regulate tourism and ease the process of issuing sanctions, permissions and certifications. But due to red tape and multiple restrictions, hoteliers lose interest in offering additional facilities and services to tourists. This is where Karnataka loses out to other states, said a consultant working with the government. The government is also concentrating on developing and enhancing infrastructure in select sites like Hampi and Gokarna. Prolonged delays in clearing projects around other promising places like Aihole, Pattadakal, Belur, Halebidu and even Lakkundi, is affecting footfall, said a hotelier. Government agencies need to understand that no one travels alone. India, especially Karnataka, is not ready to accept and support solo women travellers. So if a couple or family is travelling, packages should be subsidised and customised to their needs to make tourists happy. They should understand that more than the governments marketing, it is word of mouth and feedback from tourists that increases footfall, added the hotelier, who did not want to be named as he works closely with the government. Improving domestic tourism Syama Raju, president, Karnataka Tourism Society, said domestic tourism is picking up in Karnataka, when compared to international travel. There is a lot of scope for improvement, especially in the creation of wayside amenities, first- and last-mile connectivity from airports in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, improved flight connectivity under the Udaan scheme, chain of good hotels and hygiene. Sundar Singaram, Director - Operations, South Indian Hotels and Restaurants Association, said domestic travel has also become costly because of airfare. Airlines tend to raise fares when they see a rise in bookings. They grasp the trends very fast. Charges further increase depending on availability and quality of facilities at tourist locations, he said. This is where international destinations like Nepal, Indonesia, Thailand and Sri Lanka are scoring. Hotels, tour operators and government agencies should collectively keep a close watch on changing lifestyles and market trends. For example, the thrust this year is on family and religious tourism. Many tourists are now looking for Vegetarian Only places. Stakeholders and government agencies should be flexible to adapt to market changes quickly and design unique packages to catch the crowd. Though the Maha Kumbh mela has ended, people are still going to Prayagraj and continuing to Ram Temple in Ayodhya and Sita Kund in Gaya, Bihar. The trend this season is the Ramayana Circuit, which Karnataka should have tapped, admitted a tourism department official, not wanting to be named. S Mahalingaiah, secretary, Karnataka Tourism Society, said Karnataka gets a large number of tourists from Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad and South Chennai who prefer places like Dandeli, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, K Gudi, Bandipur, or temples in Shravanabelagola, Kukke Subramanya, Dharmasthala, Udupi, Murudeshwar, Jain Basadis and Kollur. The biggest competition for Karnataka is from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Goa, Tamil Nadu and now even Hyderabad. Thus a lot of effort is needed to explore the states maximum potential. Fill the gaps Commenting on gaps in what is planned on paper and what is seen on the ground, a tourism ministry official said, The problem is not just in Karnataka, but states across India. It is the lack of aggressive marketing and promotion of destinations on international and domestic platforms. All that it is promoted on international platforms is the Taj Mahal, Hampi, Goa, Ranthambore and Gir. On domestic platforms, it is Hampi, Karwar, Murudeshwar, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru and Mysuru. But there are many more places and private destinations that should be included in the list. The government needs to learn from Italy, Japan or even West Asia, where every year something new is promoted along with older destinations. How a destination is packaged is also important. All international websites have a window where tourist destinations and native language is promoted. This is lacking here. S Shanmugham, member, Tourism Committee, Federation of Karnataka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI), said the government should pay special attention to improve last-mile connectivity from bus stands, railway stations and airports in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities to tourist destinations, hotels and resorts. Dependence on private transport and exploitation is a concern. Shanmugham added that most of the tourist spots are in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where infrastructure, affordable hotels and hygiene need to be maintained. These are the basics tourists look for and take back. This will not just help attract more tourists, but also improve the economy and boost employment. Official speak Karnataka Tourism Director KV Rajendra said the tourism sector in the state is thriving largely on domestic tourism, which makes up 70-90% of footfalls, depending on the season and occasion. Addressing concern over the delay in providing facilities in certain locations, he said it is a Catch-22 situation. As tourists point to the need, stakeholders and financiers see no quick returns. Thus the government has taken up the task of constructing three-star hotels which will be operated by Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) in select locations, including Belur, Pattadakal, Aihole and in coastal areas. We are also preparing a demand and supply report of each location to undertake development-based infrastructure works, he said, adding that to close the last-mile connectivity gap, talks are being held with bus operators and hoteliers in most tourist locations. Rajendra said work is on to improve infrastructure and food and beverage setups along the coast and in North Karnataka. Talks with NHAI and PWD are being held to improve wayside amenities. A regulatory mechanism is also being worked on for constant checks and feedback. MANY WORLDS Preferred destinations: Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Sakleshpur, Hampi, Bandipur and Nagarahole reserves Potential destination: Belur, Halebidu, Pattadakal, coastal areas spread across 320km Lesser-known spots: As per state archaeology and tourism departments, there are over 80,000 heritage sites which are barely explored. Apart from Lakkundi and Yana caves, there are 22 lesser-known beach locations, including Pannambur, Kasargod, Kapu and Sasihithlu TOUGH COMPETITION A team of consultants and stakeholders has prepared a list of locations which face tough competition with other states, and which need special attention. Coorg and Mysuru compete with Wayanad and Ooty Coastal Karnataka competes with Kasargod, Goa and Puducherry Wildlife tourism destinations compete with Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat Temple towns compete with those in Tamil Nadu
Rajasthan man detained for questioning in theft case dies at police station
JAIPUR: A man, detained for questioning in a case of theft, died at a police station in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan, police said on Monday. The station house officer of Khetri, Gopal Lal Jangid, said Pappu Meena (28) was detained on Sunday in connection with a case of theft registered on February 28. He was brought to the police station for questioning. He suddenly fell sick, vomited and got unconscious. Meena was rushed to the government hospital where he was declared dead, the police official said. The body has been shifted to the mortuary for post-mortem. A senior official said action as per the rules will be taken in the matter of the custodial death.
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TTDs Divya Kshetrams hit by staff crunch
TIRUMALA: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), one of Indias wealthiest temples, faces a severe staff shortage. With over 108 employees retired as of March 31, 2025, and an estimated 500 more expected to retire by June, maintaining existing temples has become challenging. This shortage poses significant concerns as TTD plans to construct Divya Kshetrams (Srivari Temples) in every state. The lack of essential staff, particularly Archakas trained in Pancharatra and Vaikhanasa Agama, crucial for temple operations, raises questions about the feasibility of the expansion. While TTD is optimistic about simultaneous construction and recruitment, some experts urge the temple board to prioritize addressing the staff crunch over new temple construction. The staff shortage at TTD has reached a critical point, forcing the organization to rely heavily on local volunteers for sensitive tasks like Hundi counting at outside temples. A recent incident exposed this vulnerability when a staff member was suspended in March for allegedly manipulating foreign currency denominations in a Hundi, amounting to Rs 6.5 lakh, with an ongoing police investigation. Experts suggest that the staff member exploited the situation due to being indispensable amid the staff shortage, highlighting the risks of relying on overextended personnel. Furthermore, TTD has been slow to develop a comprehensive manpower deployment and recruitment strategy, particularly for crucial roles such as Archakas trained in Pancharatra and Vaikhanasa Agama, Veda Parayanadars, Paricharakas, temple kitchen (Potu) staff, and sanitation, security, and musical staff. TTD is grappling with a significant staff shortage, with 108 employees retired as of March 31, 2025, and an estimated 500 more expected to retire by June. The lack of new recruits has impacted not only temples but also guest houses, Public Amenities Complexes, and other support facilities. Notably, the TTDs staff strength has dwindled from 16,600 employees two decades ago to around 5,000 currently. The temples taken over from the AP Endowments Department, such as those in Vontimitta, Devuni Kadapa, and Valmikipuram, are facing a severe resource crunch, relying heavily on TTD funding and facing periodic pressure for increased allocation. Unclear path ahead for Divya Kshetrams Moreover, TTD temples in Jammu, Rishikesh, Kurukshetra, and Delhi are struggling with a shortage of Archakas, raising concerns about expanding to foreign lands due to traditional restrictions like those imposed by the Vaikhanasa Agama, which prohibit temple priests from crossing oceans. The Divya Kshethrams initiative was first formally announced in 2015 with letters sent to several state governments, proposing the construction of Lord Venkateswara temples. Constructions were completed in a few locations such as Kurukshetra, New Delhi, Kanyakumari, Chennai, Rampachodavaram and Seethampeta, but many of them continue to operate with insufficient staff. TTD had previously expanded into major urban centres such as Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and New Delhi to improve access to darshan tickets, accommodation, and spiritual outreach. However, many of these information centres have either shut down due to the rise of online services or have been converted into small temples or Kalyana Mandapams. An example is the Chennai information centre, which also has a Dhyanamandir. The Chennai centre has never been officially designated as a temple, but the locals treat it as one. It has become one of the top revenue-generating sub-temples via Hundi collections, despite running with a skeletal staff. Meanwhile, letters have been sent to Chief Ministers and administrators of 18 states and Union Territories, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Kerala, Goa, and Sikkim. Chief Ministers of several states have responded positively to TTD Trust Board Chairman BR Naidus request for land allocation to build temples in their respective capitals. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu is also said to have discussed this matter during a recent review with the board. However, according to a senior TTD officer, a clear financial and administrative policy is still pending. Key questions remain: Who will bear construction costs? How are donor roles defined? And what are the operational obligations once a temple is established? In case of Navi Mumbai, an MoU exists with a private donor, but most proposed locations have no such clarity. Legal, administrative and cultural hurdles Legally, TTD is governed by the TTD Act, which has limited clarity or flexibility when it comes to constructing temples outside AP or India. Amendments may be necessary if the institution is to continue its out-of-state or international expansion. Further, while TTD is registered under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), approval from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs is essential for each project and is only valid for five years. With political leadership changes in those states, continuity may not be guaranteed.
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NEW DELHI: After remaining headless for over seven months, the 23rd Law Commission may get a new chief this week. According to highly placed sources, former Supreme Court judge Justice (retd) Dinesh Maheshwari is likely to head the law panel. Along with Justice Maheshwari, two more members will take charge. One of them could be Prof D P Verma, former member of 22nd Law Commission, sources said. A formal notification announcing Justice Maheshwaris appointment is expected in a couple of days, sources said. The 23rd law panel was set up on September 2 last year for a period of three years. Though there is a provision to appoint serving Supreme Court and high court judges as its chairperson and members, usually retired top court judges and ex-chief justices of high courts get to hold that high office. According to its terms of reference, the commission is also tasked to examine whether a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) can be introduced in the country. Justice Maheshwari retired from the Supreme Court in May 2023. He took oath as a judge of the Rajasthan High Court in September 2004 and was transferred to the Allahabad High Court in 2014. Justice Maheshwari was promoted as the chief justice of the Meghalaya High Court in February 2016. Two years later, he was transferred to the Karnataka High Court as chief justice. In 2019, he was elevated to the SC. According to law ministry sources, the new panel will be mandated with the completion of the draft UCC among other terms of reference. Sources said that the 22nd Law Commission hadnt finalise its report on the UCC. The law panel was headless after Justice Rituraj Awasthi resigned as its chairperson in March this year after he was appointed as a judicial member of the Lokpal. Implementation of a central UCC was one of the main poll planks of the BJP. Draft UCC bill The Justice Awasthi-led commission worked on formulating a comprehensive draft bill on UCC since it was constituted in 2022, after a gap of four years. The panels tenure was later extended till August 31, 2024.
Salt, Kohli power RCB to nine-wicket win over Royals
JAIPUR, Apr 13: Phil Salts explosive 33-ball 65 laid the foundation and Virat Kohlis 100th T20 fifty provided the finishing touch as Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to a dominant nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL here on Sunday. RCBs decision to bowl first paid off on a surface that stayed low and offered variable bounce, even as rising India opener Yashasvi Jaiswals fluent 75 off 47 balls stood out in Rajasthan Royals total of 173/4. On a slow, [] The post Salt, Kohli power RCB to nine-wicket win over Royals appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IPL: Mhatre likely to join CSK, will link up with squad before MI game
Ayush Mhatre, a 17-year-old opener, is poised to join the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for the remainder of the IPL season, stepping in as a potential replacement for the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad. Gaikwad's elbow injury, sustained during a match against Rajasthan Royals, has sidelined him, leading CSK to consider Mhatre, who impressed talent scouts during mid-season trials.
In what has been an eventful week in setting the stage for the 2026 Assembly elections, TNIE's K Ezhilarasan talks to Thoothukudi MP and DMK deputy general secretary Kanimozhi Karunanidhi on the changing political dynamics, DMK's prospects and its political wins so far. Excerpts: There was a landmark verdict from the Supreme Court regarding the Governor. Why do you think the post goes against the federal structure? The court clearly said the actions of Governor RN Ravi were in contradiction to the constitution.The governors is just a nominated post. She/he cannot go against elected representatives of the people. We have seen that the governor, rather than abstaining from political activities, has been igniting political issues and hurting the sentiments of Tamils. When there is someone acting on the union governments will, like its political arm, and behaving like they are above the elected government, it becomes a contradiction. We have always asked, Aattukku thadi yethukku, nattukku aalunar yethukku (Why does a goat need a beard? Why does a state need a governor?) Now the SC has also asked (the same). With regards to the Waqf Act , what are the provisions causing concern for the DMK? BJP leaders argue the Act will streamline the functioning of the boards and empower Muslim women to be part of them. They are saying Muslim women were not allowed on the board. In Tamil Nadu, we have had a woman as the chairperson (Bader Sayeed was chairperson of the TN Wakf Board in 2002). Even today, we have two women members on the board. So, it's a complete misconception, which they are trying to spread. We have the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department in TN and other states. I want to know if the Sangh Parivar or the BJP will accept if a Muslim or a Buddhist or a Christian or a Sikh is a member of a (temple) board? They don't even want them in teaching positions in colleges or schools run by the HR&CE department or on any temple boards. So then why do you want to bring in people from other communities into the (Waqf) board? The entire Act, we think, is absolutely unnecessary and has only been brought in to divide society. Last month Chief Minister MK Stalin convened the first joint action committee meeting on delimitation. As an MP who regularly interacts with leaders from northern states, how do they perceive this? They were very happy that our CM took this initiative. They believe this is an important concern and that we have to stand together to fight for the rights of the states which stand to be affected because of population-based delimitation. Everybody wants a fair delimitation. When I speak to MPs from different states, they hold our CM MK Stalin in very high esteem because his voice is one of the strongest against this fascist government; he has been consistently fighting for the rights of the states. The state government approached the top court and got the verdict (against the governor withholding assent on bills), because it's not just TN. We know what every state not being ruled by a BJP government goes through and how governors are being used to disrupt functioning of the state governments. There has been no official announcement from the union government regarding delimitation. BJP leaders or Union Minister Amit Shah, they only Sorry to interrupt... I cannot accept it when you say that there is no official announcement from the union government. When the Women's Reservation Bill was passed, they said a census will be taken and, based on that, delimitation will be done and then women's reservation of 33% would be implemented. According to the law, you have no other way of taking up delimitation but on population. That is why it was put on hold by former PMs Indira Gandhi and their own leader (Atal Bihari) Vajpayee. The union government said we will implement womens reservation after delimitation. When we asked when that is going to happen, they said it will be done very soon. When the TN CM raised his concerns about delimitation, the Union Home Minister did not say it would be put on hold. He only said it will be done on a pro-rata basis and you will not lose (seats). We want clarity, we want to know how they are going to do it. The union government is determined to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) in all states with the three-language formula. They say students can choose any Indian language as a third language, not necessarily Hindi. The three-language issue is not the only contention we have with the NEP. The CM had an expert committee to come up with a report, and we submitted it to the union government, stating our issues. From entrance examinations to clubbing and forming cluster colleges or closing of schools because they don't have enough students, we are against many aspects In any government, there is no such thing as infinite or unending resources. So when you say any Indian language, will a student in TN or Kerala be able to learn Bhojpuri or Rajasthani if there are only, say, two students who opt for it? Will you appoint a teacher? Which will be the languages that will end up being offered? It will be either Hindi or Sanskrit. In Kendriya Vidyalayas in TN, are they even offering Tamil? They only have Hindi. We got a written reply from them that they do not have even one single permanent teacher for Tamil in TN. Today's students have so much to learn Why burden a student who does not have the interest or the aptitude to learn another language? Let them choose. You don't become any more or less of an Indian because you know Hindi. I don't think I am less of an Indian compared to anybody else and I don't know Hindi. How do you respond to the BJP leaders' allegations that the DMK government has not done enough to promote Tamil? Even when Kalaignar (late DMK chief M Karunanidhi) was the CM, engineering courses were available in Tamil. We are encouraging the translation of Tamil books into other languages, opening them up to the world. We are ensuring the next generation knows the language. Our CM has supported the creation of Tamil chairs around the world. The research and findings we have come up with have amazed the world. You keep talking about the Kasi Sangamam as your contribution to Tamil. Actually, it is our contribution to Kasi. Other than that, what have you done for Tamil? There are funds pending release under Samagra Shiksha (SS) and MGNREGS. DMK leaders allege the union government is allocating more funds to BJP-ruled states and to states where they have electoral prospects. Definitely. We can clearly see that the railway budget allocation has been considerably reduced to the southern states. We have had to struggle for such a long time for even the metro rail project. What do we get in return? The cess funds don't come back. Stating you wont receive SS funds unless you sign the NEP (PM-SHRI) is clear blackmail. It's very sad that a union government thinks, in a democratic country, that it can blackmail the state government over an issue that is in the concurrent list. Coming to the 2026 Assembly election, a political realignment has been underway. Is the DMK still certain of winning 200 out of 234 seats? Some coalitions are happening, some people are being arm-twisted into accepting alliances because they don't have answers to questions. Parties like the AIADMK have been opposing delimitation, Waqf Act; what will be their answers when they make new alliances? I am very certain that the DMK government has done very well in spite of its constraints. Our CM has stood at the forefront, protecting state rights, protecting the rights of TN, especially when the union government is trying to hurt the secular fabric of this country and take away rights from the state governments. He has been fighting not just for the state but for the country. I think people respect him for that. We have also been delivering on our poll promises and the governance has been good. With the kind of welcome the CM receives when visiting different districts and meeting people we are very confident of doing very well. Can the tie-up between the AIADMK and BJP be seen as a success for Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) in his attempt to forge a mega alliance against the DMK? EPS forging an alliance with the BJP is akin to mortgaging TNs rights. He wasnt even allowed to speak during the announcement of the alliance. What success is there in this for him? Im not even sure if EPS had any role in forming the alliance it seems to have been unilaterally declared by the BJP. Can the new political parties create a significant impact in the upcoming election? We have to wait and see. I don't think anybody is going to have any adverse effect on the DMK but what effect they will have on other parties, I am not the right person to tell you. 'Kneels without self-respect, traitorous': Stalin slams AIADMK alliance with BJP, says it is doomed to fail
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Why did umpires check Shimron Hetmyer, Phil Salt's bat during RR vs RCB IPL 2025 clash?
Umpires took a moment to check the bats for IPL compliance during the 2025 match between the Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, which featured players like Shimron Hetmyer and Phil Salt.
Salt, Kohli power RCB to nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals
Jaipur: Phil Salts explosive 33-ball 65 laid the foundation and Virat Kohlis 100th T20 fifty provided the finishing touch as Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to a dominant nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur Sunday. RCBs decision to bowl first paid off on a surface that stayed low and offered variable bounce, []
IPL: Virat, Salt lead RCB's big win over RR in Jaipur
Phil Salt's explosive start and Virat Kohli's composed unbeaten innings powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals. Chasing 174, RCB reached the target in 17.3 overs, with Salt's aggressive 65 and Kohli's 62* leading the charge. This win propelled RCB to third place in the IPL standings, while RR remained at seventh.
IPL 2025: RCB Won The Game In Powerplay, Says Samson After Nine-wicket Defeat
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson said that Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the match in the powerplay itself after they scored 65/0 in the first six overs while chasing 174 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. RCB went on to win the match by nine wickets as openers Phil Salt and Virat Kohli hammered half-centuries to complete the chase in 17.3 overs. Salt played a knock of 65 in 33 balls laced with six sixes and five fours while Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 in 45 balls laced with two sixes and four fours. Devdutt Padikkal scored 40 not out off 28 balls with the help of five fours and a six. Absolutely (asked if they felt 170 was a handy score). I think after losing the toss on that kind of a slowish wicket, batting first under the sun for the first 10 overs is tough in day games. We knew they would come hard at us and I think they won the game in the powerplay, Samson said in the post-match presentation. The wicketkeeper-batter further reflected on dropped catches in the match by both teams and said they want to improve in the area. Catches win matches. They also dropped our catches and we also dropped their catches (smiles). No doubt we have to improve. Credit to RCB, Samson said. Ball did come on better in the second innings. They were really good. We have been having some really good chats about improving and coming back strong. We have to leave the thoughts behind and come back positive for the next game, he added. Catches win matches. They also dropped our catches and we also dropped their catches (smiles). No doubt we have to improve. Credit to RCB, Samson said. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
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Phil Salt, Virat Kohli power RCB to nine-wicket win over Royals
Phil Salt's aggressive 65 and Virat Kohli's composed, unbeaten 62 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals. Salt's explosive start put RR's bowlers under immense pressure, while Kohli's steady innings guided RCB to chase down the target of 174 with ease. Earlier, Yashasvi Jaiswal's 75 was the standout performance in Rajasthan Royals' total.
IPL 2025 Points Table: Check out the current standings of the Indian Premier League after Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Rajasthan Royals match on April 13.
IPL 2025: Fifties From Kohli, Salt Lead RCB To Thumping Win Against RR
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Virat Kohli and Phil Salt smashed half-centuries to power Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 clash at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. Chasing 174, the 92-run opening partnership between Salt and Kohli in 8.4 overs set the tone of RCB's win as the duo scored runs at their will. RCB had an electrifying start with Salt taking the charge from the first ball of the innings. Rajasthan got an early chance to break the partnership but Riyan Parag dropped Kohli for 7 in the fourth over off Sandeep Sharma. Salt continued the onslaught with a four and six respectively off Maheesh Theekshana's first over just before the powerplay. He continued his blistering knock with six off Sandeep Sharma before being dropped by Yashasvi Jaiswal. RCB were 65/0 after six overs. Salt completed his second half-century of the season in 28 balls with a four against Wanindu Hasaranga. He charged the Sri Lankan to a six over deep midwicket in the same over. Kumar Kartikeya brought respite to Rajasthan with Salt's wicket in the ninth over. He departed after contributing 65 off 33 balls studded with six sixes and five fours. Devdutt Padikkal joined Kohli in the middle. The duo continued the momentum with Padikkal taking the aggressor's role as Kohli completed his third half-century of the season in 40 balls. It was also his 100th half-century in T20 cricket, making him the first Indian batter to do so. Kohli pulled up his scoring rate after reaching the milestone and smacked six off Hasarange to complete a 50-run stand for the second wicket with Padikkal. He wrapped up the over with a four to accumulate 14 runs from it. RCB were on cruise control mode with Padikkal flexing his arms all around the ground to take the side over the line as quickly as possible. With Padikkal sending Tushar Deshpande to the cleaners for a four and six on successive balls, there was no room for Rajasthan to make inroads in the match. RCB completed the chase with Padikkal scoring a boundary off Sandeep Sharma to seal the royal victory for Bengaluru-based franchise in 17.3 overs. Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 while Padikkal played a knock of 40 not out in 28 balls laced with five fours and a six. Earlier, Yashasvi Jaiswal's half-century coupled with Dhruv Jurel's 23-ball 35 blitz powered Rajasthan Royals to 173/4 in 20 overs. Invited to bat first, Rajasthan openers Jaiswal and captain Sanju Samson gave a mediocre start to the innings with the former amassing three fours in the first three powerplay overs. With Jaiswal scoring his runs freely, Samson was facing difficulty in scoring runs despite the field restrictions. Jaiswal took charge on Yash Dayal's second over and hammered him for six and a four to accumulate 12 runs from the over. Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood just conceded a four in the final over of the powerplay as Rajasthan were 45/0 after six overs. Krunal Pandya drew first blood for the RCB in the seventh over with the scalp of struggling Samson, who departed after scoring 19-ball 15. Riyan Parag joined Jaiswal in the middle and kept the scoreboard ticking in the middle overs with boundaries at regular intervals. In the ninth over when Rajat Patidar introduced Suyash Sharma into the attack, Parag smashed two fours in the over as Yash Dayal dropped him for 17. In the next over, he slammed Krunal Pandya for a six over mid-wicket to give some boost to their scoring rate. Meanwhile, Jasiwal completed his second half-century of the season in 35 balls. It was his 11th fifty in IPL and third at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Rajasthan were 104/1 after the end of 13 overs. In the 14th over, Parag was dismissed by Yash Dayal for 30 runs as the batter gave an easy catch to Virat Kohli at cover. Dhruv Jurel came in to bat at no. 4 as Jaiswal continued his knock from the other end. The opener took charge against Hazlewood and sent him for a six and a four before losing his wicket in the same over. Jaiswal played a knock of 75 runs off 47 balls studded with 10 fours and two sixes. Shimron Hetmyer and Jurel took the responsibility of lifting the scoring rate in the death overs. Jurel got lucky in the 17th over when Kohli dropped him for 11 after he struck six off Suyash Sharma's final over. Jurel made the most of Dayal's final over of the spell and smacked six and a four on the first two balls. Rajasthan accumulated 15 runs from the penultimate over of the innings to move past the 150-run mark. Bhuvneshwar conceded just 11 runs from the last over of the innings despite being hit for two fours. He also got the wicket of Hetmyer on the penultimate ball before Nitish Rana hit him for four to take Rajasthan to 173/4. For RCB, Krunal was the most economical as he returned with the figures of 1-29 in his four overs. Bhuvneshwar conceded just 11 runs from the last over of the innings despite being hit for two fours. He also got the wicket of Hetmyer on the penultimate ball before Nitish Rana hit him for four to take Rajasthan to 173/4. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
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IPL 2025: RCB shatters Rajasthan Royals with a nine-wicket win
Jaipur: Phil Salts explosive 33-ball 65 laid the foundation and Virat Kohlis 100th T20 fifty provided the finishing touch as Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to a dominant nine-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL here on Sunday. RCBs decision to bowl first paid off on a surface that stayed low and offered variable bounce, 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 .
IPL 2025: Virat Kohli Completes 100 Half-centuries In T20s
Sawai Mansingh Stadium: Star batter Virat Kohli, on Sunday, added another record to his illustrious career as he became the first Asian batter to complete 100 half-centuries in T20s. Kohli achieved the feat in the IPL 2025 clash against Rajasthan Royals at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. He reached the milestone in style with a six off Wanindu Hasaranga to complete his third fifty of the season in 39 balls while chasing 174. He remained unbeaten at 62 as his side completed the chase in 17.3 overs with nine wickets hand. Former Australian opener David Warner became the first cricketer to notch up 100 half-centuries in T20 cricket. Kohli registered his 58th IPL fifty, bringing his tally of 50-plus scores in the league to 66 - matching Warners record for the most 50+ scores in IPL history. Warner, who represented Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad during his IPL career, scored 62 fifties and 4 centuries in 184 matches. In comparison, Kohli has amassed 58 fifties and eight centuries in 258 IPL appearances. Earlier this week, Kohli became the first Indian batter to cross the 13,000-run mark in T20 cricket during the match against the Mumbai Indians. With this milestone, the former India captain joined an elite list, becoming the fifth player overall to achieve the feat - following Chris Gayle, Alex Hales, Shoaib Malik and Kieron Pollard. Warner, who represented Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad during his IPL career, scored 62 fifties and 4 centuries in 184 matches. In comparison, Kohli has amassed 58 fifties and eight centuries in 258 IPL appearances. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Umpires stop play to check bats during RR vs RCB match
During an IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, umpire inspected Simron Hetmyer's bat for compliance with IPL regulations after his arrival at the crease. The inspection, conducted under Law 5.7, ensured the bat met specified dimensions. Hetmyer's bat passed, unlike a past incident where Essex faced a point deduction in the County Championship for a similar violation.
Jaiswal masters tough conditions with fluent 75 as Royals post 173/4
Jaipur: Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal appeared to be batting on a different surface as he hit a sublime 47-ball 75 to power Rajasthan Royals to 173/4 in challenging conditions against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL clash in Jaipur Sunday. On a tacky Sawai Mansingh Stadium pitch where the ball stayed low and lacked pace, Jaiswals []
Riyan Parag, with sunglasses on, drops Virat Kohli; fans fume
During the IPL 2025 match, Riyan Parag dropped a crucial catch of Virat Kohli, much to his own dismay and Sandeep Sharma's frustration. Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive 75, supported by partnerships with Sanju Samson and Parag, propelled Rajasthan Royals to a total of 173 for 4. RCB chose to bowl first, with RR bringing in Wanindu Hasaranga.
IPL 2025: I Was Enjoying There, Says Jaiswal After Scoring Fifty Vs RCB
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal said he was enjoying his stay in the middle as he played a knock of 75 runs to guide his side to 173/4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Sawai Mansingh Stadium here in Jaipur. Jaiswal's knock was laced with 10 fours and two sixes as it provided the foundation for batters like Riyan Parag (30) and Dhruv Jurel (35) to ramp up the scoring rate in the death overs. It was good, I was trying to assess the conditions. I was trying to build a partnership so that we can score at least 170. I was trying to give the base to the other batsmen and was trying to get a good start for my team. I was enjoying there, Jaiswal told broadcasters during the mid-innings break. The opener said the wicket is a bit two-paced and it's a good score to defend on this track. It's a pretty good score for us, the wicket is a little bit two-paced. If we bowl well, it'll be a very good game, he said. (Message to the bowlers) Just enjoy the bowling, enjoy the game and let's play together and just bowl into the stump, Jaiswal added. Jurel played an unbeaten knock of 35 runs off 23 balls including two sixes and as many fours while Parag scored 30 runs in 22 balls with the help of three fours and a six. (Message to the bowlers) Just enjoy the bowling, enjoy the game and let's play together and just bowl into the stump, Jaiswal added. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
IPL 2025: Jaiswal's Half-century Powers RR To 173/4 Against RCB
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Yashasvi Jaiswal's half-century coupled with Dhruv Jurel's 23-ball 35 blitz powered Rajasthan Royals to 173/4 in 20 overs against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in match 28 of the IPL 2025 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Sunday. Invited to bat first, Rajasthan openers Jaiswal and captain Sanju Samson gave a mediocre start to the innings with the former amassing three fours in the first three powerplay overs. With Jaiswal scoring his runs freely, Samson was facing difficulty in scoring runs despite the field restrictions. Jaiswal took charge on Yash Dayal's second over and hammered him for six and a four to accumulate 12 runs from the over. Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood just conceded a four in the final over of the powerplay as Rajasthan were 45/0 after six overs. Krunal Pandya drew first blood for the RCB in the seventh over with the scalp of struggling Samson, who departed after scoring 19-ball 15. Riyan Parag joined Jaiswal in the middle and kept the scoreboard ticking in the middle overs with boundaries at regular intervals. In the ninth over when Rajat Patidar introduced Suyash Sharma into the attack, Parag smashed two fours in the over as Yash Dayal dropped him for 17. In the next over, he slammed Krunal Pandya for a six over mid-wicket to give some boost to their scoring rate. Meanwhile, Jasiwal completed his second half-century of the season in 35 balls. It was his 11th fifty in IPL and third at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. Rajasthan were 104/1 after the end of 13 overs. In the 14th over, Parag was dismissed by Yash Dayal for 30 runs as the batter gave an easy catch to Virat Kohli at cover. Dhruv Jurel came in to bat at no. 4 as Jaiswal continued his knock from the other end. The opener took charge against Hazlewood and sent him for a six and a four before losing his wicket in the same over. Jaiswal played a knock of 75 runs off 47 balls studded with 10 fours and two sixes. Shimron Hetmyer and Jurel took the responsibility of lifting the scoring rate in the death overs. Jurel got lucky in the 17th over when Kohli dropped him for 11 after he struck six off Suyash Sharma's final over. Jurel made the most of Dayal's final over of the spell and smacked six and a four on the first two balls. Rajasthan accumulated 15 runs from the penultimate over of the innings to move past the 150-run mark. Bhuvneshwar conceded 11 runs from the last over of the innings after being hit for two fours. He also got the wicket of Hetmyer on the penultimate ball before Nitish Rana hit him for four to take Rajasthan to 173/4. For RCB, Krunal was the most economical as he returned with the figures of 1-29 in his four overs. Bhuvneshwar conceded 11 runs from the last over of the innings after being hit for two fours. He also got the wicket of Hetmyer on the penultimate ball before Nitish Rana hit him for four to take Rajasthan to 173/4. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
RCB has played 14 matches in their green jerseys, with a record of 4 wins, 9 losses, and 1 match ending in no result. Their performance in green has been less than stellar, with the team struggling to secure victories.
RCB players wear green jersey against RR, know the significance of the Go Green initiative
Royal Challengers Bengaluru donned their green jerseys against Rajasthan Royals at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, reaffirming their dedication to environmental sustainability through the annual Go Green initiative. Captain Rajat Patidar emphasized the jersey's purpose: raising awareness about planting trees. Made from recycled polyester, the jersey embodies RCB's commitment to carbon neutrality and encourages fans to participate in a sustainability cycle.
IPL 2025: Unchanged RCB Opt To Bowl First Against RR
Devdutt Padikkal Rasikh Salam Manoj: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have won the toss and opted to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals in match 28 of the IPL 2025 season at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. RCB skipper Rajat Patidar confirmed no change in their playing 11 as the side is donning green jerseys to raise awareness to plant more trees. We will bowl first. Surface looks pretty hard and good. We will know how the pitch behaves. This (green jersey) is to raise awareness to plant more trees. Same team for us, he said at the toss. On the other hand, Rajasthan Royals have made one change as Wanindu Hasaranga comes in for Fazalhaq Farooqi. Rajasthan Royals skipper Sanju Samson said, Actually we also wanted to bowl first. Normally it gets better to bat is the local information here. We know the conditions and if we respect the opposition and play to potential I think we will be fine. Ups and downs keep happening, can't allow doubts to enter into the dressing room. Hasaranga will be replacing our Farooqi. Playing XIs- Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (w/c), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande. Impact Substitutes: Shubham Dubey, Yudhvir Singh Kumar Kartikeya, Fazalhaq Farooqi Kunal Rathore. Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar(c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Yash Dayal. Impact Substitutes: Shubham Dubey, Yudhvir Singh Kumar Kartikeya, Fazalhaq Farooqi Kunal Rathore. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
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We have much younger side, but lots of positives about it: RR captain Sanju Samson
Despite a recent setback against Gujarat Titans, Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson remains confident in his young team's ability to perform, citing their experience despite their age. Samson acknowledges his evolving role within the team and emphasizes the importance of winning as they approach the crucial phase of the tournament.
Five members of UP family die in car-truck collision in Jaipur
JAIPUR: Five members of a Uttar Pradesh family died on Sunday as their car collided with a truck in the Jamwa Ramgarh town of this Rajasthan district when they were on their way to the Khatu Shyam Temple to offer prayers, police here said. The incident happened near the Nekawala toll plaza on the Dausa-Manoharpur National Highway, and the deceased include two women and a six-month-old girl, Raisar SHO Raghuveer Singh said. He said the impact of the collision was so severe that the truck also overturned. The police had to work hard to pull out the bodies from the car, he said. Singh said the family was from Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh and was going to offer prayers at the famous temple. He said that bodies have been kept in a mortuary at NIMS Hospital, which will be handed over after post-mortem. The deceased were identified as Satya Prakash (60), Rama Devi (55), Abhishek (35), Priyanka (30) and her six-month-old daughter.
IPL 2025 Live: Virat Kohli Under Threat From RR's Rs 4 Crore Buy
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126 lightning deaths recorded in East, Central India between April 10-12
NEW DELHI: At least 126 deaths due to lightning have been recorded in Central and Eastern India, mostly in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, over the past two days. The region received thunderstorms and lightning on April 10-11. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that continued extreme weather conditions, along with strong winds and hailstorms will prevail in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and eastern India for the next few days. An advisory has been issued urging the public to take precautions. According to the State Disaster Management Authority of Bihar, at least 82 people lost their lives in the state as a result of thunderstorms and lightning between April 10 and 11. Meanwhile, officials from the Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management reported that at least 23 people were killed across various districts, particularly near the Nepal border. Chhattisgarh report six followed by Jharkhand five and Odisha four. Nepal has also confirmed that at least eight people have died from lightning. Central Indian states such as Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, along with Eastern States like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha, are among the most lightning-vulnerable regions. Tribals and lower strata of the society are the most vulnerable. Their housing patterns and reliance on the land contribute to their vulnerability. However, these death could be preventable as the IMD has issued a warning for thunderstorms accompanied by rainfall and lightning across eastern and central regions of the country, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. In contrast, western regions like Gujarat are expected to experience heatwaves. An IMD scientist noted that on April 9, thundercloud formations developed over Haryana, Uttarakhand, and adjacent areas, moving toward eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, bringing with them lightning. Lightning, thunderstorms kill 61 in Bihar; CM Nitish Kumar announces Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia Lightning is caused by two main factors: moisture and heat. The weather conditions over the past week have created a conducive environment to lightning incidents. Dry conditions resulting from extreme heat last week, combined with the influx of moisture due to a western disturbance and cyclonic circulation over Rajasthan and Punjab, have intensified thunderstorm activity accompanied by lightning, explained Debashish Jena, a weather scientist and research scholar at G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Uttarakhand. Col. Sanjay Srivastava, the Convener of the Lightning Resilient India Campaign and also chairman of Climate Resilience Observing System Promotion Council (CROPC), stated that casualties from lightning strikes are entirely preventable and criticized state governments for not implementing adequate measures to minimize these deaths. CROPC document lightning related casualty and damage. Recently, states like Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have reduced lightning-related fatalities by nearly 70% within a relatively short timeframe, Srivastava noted. He also explained that the IMD had issued early warnings to disaster management authorities in each district about the potential for lightning events. However, district magistrates, who serve as the chairpersons of the District Disaster Management Authority, seldom engage in public awareness campaigns. These campaigns are crucial for informing people about safety measures, such as avoiding open fields and not seeking shelter under trees during storms, Srivastava added. According to the Lightning Detection Network of the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), lightning strikes in India increased by 53% between 2019 and 2023. In some states, the rise exceeds 300%. Lightning incidents include both inter-cloud (IC) and cloud-to-ground (CG) events, which have surged from 13.8 million in 2019-20 to 20 million in 2022-23. Scientists are particularly concerned about the rise in CG lightning strikes, as these incidents primarily result in damage to human lives and property. Our data shows that CG lightning strikes rose from 5.16 million to 7.26 million in the past three years, which is a major concern, stated Srivastava. Experts believe that the increase in lightning is a stark indication of climate change. Global warming has intensified the heat, leading to a rise in sea surface temperatures and the melting of ice in the Himalayas and other mountains worldwide, which results in increased moisture in the atmosphere,said Dr.Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General of Meteorology at the India Meteorological Department. Additionally, the region encompassing the central river basins of the Ganges, Sone, and Mahanadi, as well as the mountain ranges of Vindhyachal, Satpura, Kaimur, and Vidarbha, is particularly prone to lightning strikes, leading to significant casualties. Over the past two decades, 75% of fatalities occurred in just eight states, primarily located in these high-risk areas. Madhya Pradesh leads in casualties, followed by Maharashtra, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
Rajasthan Royals return to their Jaipur home ground after a three-week gap, aiming to recover from a mixed start. They face an in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who have stunned top teams with historic away wins this season. Head-to-head, RCB lead 15-14 in 32 clashes. The match starts at 3:30 PM IST in hot Jaipur weather.
IPL 2025: RCB vs RR head-to-head record, key stats & more
RR vs RCB H2H in IPL: Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru share a tight head-to-head history, with RCB edging ahead 15-14 in 32 IPL clashes (three no results). RR dominated in 2024 with a double win, while RCB swept both fixtures in 2023. In IPL 2022, RR also triumphed in a crucial playoff meeting between the two sides.
INTERVIEW| Rs 10L cr investment to rewire highways; Northeast roads to match US standards: Gadkari
NEW DELHI: The Centre is planning to invest Rs 10 lakh crore over the next two years to strengthen highways across the country, with special focus on the Northeast, where roads will rival those in the US, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said. In an interview to PTI, he said the Centre is working to transform the country's infrastructure drastically in the next two years so that it matches the best in the world. We plan to take up projects worth Rs 10 lakh crore in the next two years to strengthen highways across the country, with special emphasis on enhancing infrastructure in the Northeast and the border areas. In the coming two years, highways in the Northeast will be on a par with US roads, Gadkari said. There is an urgent need to augment the road infrastructure in the Northeast given its difficult terrain and proximity to borders, he said. It is our endeavour to transform the country's infrastructure drastically so that it matches with the best in the world, he said, maintaining that works are underway in all states, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Rajasthan and Delhi. Gadkari said 784 highway projects are going to be implemented in the eastern states at an estimated cost of Rs 3,73,484 crore, covering 21,355 km. Among them are projects of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), and the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL), the transport minister said. We currently have projects worth Rs 57,696 crore in Assam, and about Rs 90,000 crore in Bihar. We're also undertaking projects worth over Rs 42,000 crore in West Bengal, about Rs 53,000 crore in Jharkhand, and around Rs 58,000 crore in Odisha, Gadkari said. In the Northeast, except Assam, we are undertaking projects worth about Rs 1 lakh crore this year itself, he said. Gadkari said a mass rapid transport pilot project is underway in Nagpur at a cost of Rs 170 crore. The project involves a 135-seater bus that will run on non-polluting energy sources and is expected to be highly cost-effective. If successful, it will be replicated on important routes across the country, including the Delhi-Jaipur stretch, under the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model, he said. The minister said the length of the National Highway network has expanded significantly, growing from 91,287 km in March 2014 to 1,46,204 km at present, with a significant improvement in standards. The proportion of national highways below two lanes has dropped sharply -- from 30 percent to just 9 per cent of the total network, he said. In 2024-25, NHAI constructed 5,614 km of national highways, surpassing its target of 5,150 km.
Rajasthan Royals, after a shaky start, aim to regain momentum at their home ground in Jaipur against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Both teams are coming off losses and will be eager to bounce back. RR's inconsistent batting needs to fire, while RCB's top order seeks consistency. Key players and potential lineup changes will be crucial in this encounter.
Rajasthan Collector Faces Heat After Urgent Leave Turns Into Kashmir Getaway
An official took leave citing 'urgent work', but was later caught vacationing in Kashmir, leading to a sharp reaction from the Chief Secretary after his lie was caught.
Exciting Job Opportunities: Rajasthan Conductor Vacancies Announced
A new recruitment notification for Rajasthan Conductor vacancies has been announced, offering 12,000 positions for job seekers. This article outlines essential details such as educational qualifications, age limits, and the application process. Candidates are encouraged to check the official website for the latest updates and ensure they meet the requirements before applying. Don't miss this opportunity to secure a government job in Rajasthan!
Telangana Minister Sridhar defends TGIIC debenture deal, accuses BRS of spreading fake visuals
HYDERABAD: Telangana Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TGIIC) has raised nearly Rs 10,000 crore through a private placement of senior secured, taxable, redeemable, non-convertible debentures, using 400 acres of land adjacent to the University of Hyderabad as pre-collateral, IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu said on Saturday. Addressing a press conference at Gandhi Bhavan, the minister said the proceeds were used for welfare schemes, including the farm loan waiver (Rs 2,146 crore), Rythu Bharosa (Rs 5,443 crore), and a bonus for cultivating fine variety of rice (Rs 947 crore). Dismissing the allegations made by BRS working president KT Rama Rao that ICICI Bank violated RBI norms and extended a loan to the state government, Sridhar Babu clarified that the private bank did not sanction any loan. It merely maintained an escrow account for the bond transaction. Since the debenture amount had to be deposited in a bank, it was placed with ICICI Bank. ICICI acted only as a merchant banker, not as a loaning agency. However, KTR is making baseless claims that ICICI sanctioned the loan, the minister said. He emphasised that the entire transaction was conducted in full compliance with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulations. The TGIIC raised the redeemable debentures from market investors at a competitive interest rate of 9.35% through mutual fund bonds. Sridhar accuses KTR of misrepresenting valuation figures An independent valuation of the land was conducted by a debenture trustee on behalf of the investors and approved for mortgage, Sridhar Babu explained. He accused Rama Rao of misrepresenting the valuation figures, claiming the land was worth Rs 5,200 crore. He clarified that the certified valuation, conducted by a consultant associated with the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India and the Commodity Research Bureau Index (CRBI), pegged the land value at Rs 20,563 crore. He dismissed Rama Raos inflated claim of Rs 30,000 crore as exaggerated. Ruling out any irregularities, he stated, These are rated, listed, senior, secured, redeemable, taxable, transferable, non-convertible debentures. Bonds worth Rs 9,995 crore were approved only after SEBI clearances. Its all part of an integrated process. He further informed that a consortium of 37 institutional investors participated in the bidding, with individual investments ranging from `8 crore to Rs 1,000 crore. BRS used AI, fake videos to mislead public Refuting Rama Raos claim that the 400 acres of land in Kancha Gachibowli are under litigation, Sridhar Babu clarified that there is no pending case in any court, following a final verdict by the Supreme Court. He accused the BRS of circulating fake, morphed, and AI-generated visuals to manipulate public opinion. He cited a nine-year-old video from Rajasthan being falsely presented as recent footage of deer being killed at the University of Hyderabad. He also pointed to fabricated visuals of elephants allegedly roaming the UoH campus, superimposed onto images of earthmovers using AI tools. Criticising the BRS and BJP for what he called selective environmental concern, Sridhar Babu questioned why the BRS was silent when 207 trees were uprooted for the construction of the Secretariat or when 8,000 acres of forest were cleared for the Kaleshwaram project. He also mocked the BJP-led Union government for admitting in Parliament that 12.12 lakh trees were cut between 2016 and 2019. REVANTH WILL CONTINUE AS CM, SAYS MINISTER HYDERABAD: IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu on Saturday asserted that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy was doing a good job and taking Telangana on the path of progress, giving no scope for corruption in the administration. He was responding to BJP MP Arvind Dharmapuris statement on Friday that he (Sridhar Babu) was suitable for the chief ministers post. Sridhar said that the MP may have expressed the opinion because of their association since their childhood. Revanths governance is good, he will continue to be chief minister, the minister observed. Sridhar Babu clarified that AICC Telangana in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan didnt participate in official review meetings. He said that she met him and his ministerial colleagues to discuss politics.
Delhi is expected to have cloudy skies with no heatwave conditions, as per the IMD. The maximum temperature is likely to reach 37 degrees Celsius. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds are forecasted for East and North East India in the coming days. Several regions of Himachal Pradesh have experienced rainfall, with some areas witnessing light snowfall.
Property clauses included, Rajasthan mess in scholarship scheme to study abroad
JAIPUR: Students aspiring to pursue higher education abroad through the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship for Academic Excellence in Rajasthan are facing significant challenges due to recent directives by the state government. Formerly known as the Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship for Academic Excellence, this scheme was introduced by the previous Ashok Gehlot-led Congress government to provide scholarships to state residents keen to pursue higher studies abroad. After their selection, the students are now asked to submit documents proving their familys property ownership. While some have managed to produce notarised property documents, poor students without any assets are unable to get the financial support necessary to pursue studies abroad. Parents and guardians have strongly opposed these new rules, calling them unfair and contradictory. In addition to the property documents, the government is also demanding a personal guarantee from a gazetted officer. Students and families argue that this condition is both unreasonable and discriminatory, as officers are often unwilling to sign guarantees for students they dont know personally. Even those who have managed to travel abroad under the scheme are encountering fresh challenges. Students report significant delays in the disbursement of scholarship funds, forcing them to struggle for necessities such as food and housing. Launched under the Ashok Gehlot government as the Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship for Academic Excellence, the scheme aimed to fully cover tuition and living expenses for academically strong students from modest backgrounds seeking education abroad. After the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led government took office in December 2023, the programme was rebranded as the Swami Vivekananda Scholarship, and its scope was significantly reduced. The original target of sending 500 students abroad was lowered to 300, while another 200 students were allocated seats in prestigious Indian institutions. In 2024, families of several beneficiaries alleged that the government had abruptly stopped the flow of funds, leaving students abroad to fend for themselves. In the state Assembly, LoP Tikaram Jully even claimed that a few students had to beg due to delayed scholarship disbursements a charge the government officially denied.
Phil Salt , Virat Kohli brace for Archer Test as RR, RCB eye win
Jaipur, April 12 (PTI) Openers Phil Salt and Virat Kohli will brace for a fiery showdown against thunderbolts from express pacer Jofra Archer as Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru look to get back to winning ways in the IPL here on Sunday. Both teams are heading into the contest smarting from defeats. While RCB []
Ahead of Ambedkar Jayanti, Madhya Pradesh names newest wildlife sanctuary after Dr B R Ambedkar
BHOPAL: Ahead of Dr. B.R. Ambedkars 134th birth anniversary, the BJP-led Madhya Pradesh government has named its 25th wildlife sanctuary in his honour, dedicating it to the Father of the Indian Constitution. The state forest department issued on Friday, a notification declaring 258.64 square km of protected forest area in the North Sagar forest division of the Bundelkhand region as Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary. The protected forest area of two development blocks of Sagar district, including Banda and Shahgarh, will form part of the new sanctuary. Following Friday's two-page notification, the new sanctuary will be the first wildlife sanctuary, national park or wildlife sanctuary in MP to be named after Dr BR Ambedkar -- who was born on April 14, 1891, in Mhow town of MPs present Indore district. While it would be the first wildlife sanctuary in MP to be named after Dr BR Ambedkar, the neighbouring Uttar Pradesh, already has Dr BR Ambedkar Bird Sanctuary in the Kunda area of the Pratapgarh district. The new sanctuary, declared through a notification on Friday, assumes particular significance, as it will serve as the protected and secured wild corridor between Panna Tiger Reserve in Bundelkhand region and the recently declared Madhav Tiger Reserve in the Gwalior-Chambal region. A tiger-cheetah corridor is the ambitious idea of central and state governments in the Gwalior-Chambal region of MP and adjoining Rajasthan, spanning from Madhav National Park-Tiger Reserve in Shivpuri district to the Ranthambore National Park-Tiger Reserve in Rajasthans Sawai Madhopur district, via the first of home African cheetahs in India the Kuno National Park in MPs Sheopur district. Once Madhav Tiger Reserve and Panna Tiger Reserve get connected with the new wild corridor the Dr BR Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary it will lead to the emergence of perhaps the longest and largest tiger corridor of North-Central India. According to sources in the state forest department, the MP CM Dr Mohan Yadav is likely to publicly unveil the new wildlife sanctuary on the Ambedkar Jayanti on Monday. This newest development of declaring a new wildlife sanctuary in the tiger-cheetah-leopard-wolf-gharial and vulture state, is the third major development in wildlife and forest conservation in the central Indian state, after declaring of two new tiger reserves Ratapani Tiger Reserve in central MP and the Madhav Tiger Reserve in the Gwalior-Chambal region. Not just that, but the state is likely to get two more wildlife sanctuaries by the end of this month in form of the Omkareshwar Wildlife Sanctuary (a project which has been pending since decades) between Dewas and Khandwa districts of western and southwestern MP and the Jahangarh Wildlife Sanctuary which will neighbor the Kuno National Park in Sheopur district. While Omkareshwar Sanctuary which is proposed to come up in 614.07 square kms will serve as the western limit of tiger movement in MP, the Jahangarh Sanctuary is planned to come up in 6.32 square kms.
Several Indian states are tightening scrutiny of investment MoUs after facing issues with unfulfilled pledges. Uttar Pradesh is linking PAN and GST numbers for verification, spurred by a failed data center deal. Rajasthan is monitoring unresponsive investors, while Madhya Pradesh has implemented a monthly follow-up system to ensure MoU execution and prevent non-compliance.
Former Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje criticized officials in Jhalawar for the poor implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission, highlighting potential summer water crises despite a substantial allocation from PM Modi. Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil responded by seeking a report from Rajasthan, while CM Bhajan Lal Sharma directed officials to improve water supply, warning against negligence.
Former Rajasthan CM Vasundhara Raje's remarks on water woes trigger political storm in state
JAIPUR: Former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje's strong displeasure over the water woes in Jhalawar district has forced the administration to sprung into action - with both the central government and Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma becoming proactive. The issue has also led to sharp political exchanges between the BJP and the Congress as former CM Ashok Gehlot has targeted the BJP and Raje over the tricky issue of the water crisis in the state. The Water Supply Department has removed Superintending Engineer Deepak Kumar Jha from his post and placed him on Awaiting Posting Orders (APO). Preparations are also underway to initiate action against other officials found negligent in addressing the crisis. Earlier Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil promptly sought a detailed report from the Rajasthan government regarding the situation. Sources indicate that Union Minister C R Patil and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma have summoned senior officials to discuss the situation. Political analysts view this flurry of activity as an attempt by the BJP to contain potential damage. Meanwhile, former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlots sharp remarks on Rajes statement have become a hot topic in political circles. Responding to Rajes comments on the water crisis, Gehlot said, If Vasundhara Raje truly has political integrity, she should speak not only for Jhalawar but for the entire state. She has been Chief Minister twice and understands these issues well. He further alleged that the Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (ERCP), recently renamed PKC-ERCP, lacks any real substance. Even the government admits nothing concrete will happen for the next nine years. Then why mislead the public? he questioned. Gehlot added, My complaint with Vasundhara Raje is that as a two-time Chief Minister, she should raise her voice for the whole of Rajasthan. Claiming that water wont reach Jhalawar alone is misleading. If she truly has political integrity, she should call a press conference and tell the public whether theres any real value in this new agreement. His pointed remarks have triggered unease within political corridors from Jaipur to Delhi. In response, Rajasthan BJP state president Madan Rathore countered Gehlots allegations. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Rathore said, Ashok Gehlot is shedding crocodile tears. He has been Chief Minister three times and ruled for 15 years. If hes so concerned about the water situation now, why is the state still facing these problems? He should answer that too. Rathore accused Gehlots government of stalling the ERCP project for five years. The central government repeatedly invited representatives from the Congress government for discussions, but no one showed up. Now Gehlot is making statements. Magic wands dont work. Nothing happens by making noise, he said. Backing Vasundhara Rajes criticism, Rathore added, She hasnt said anything wrong. If officers are negligent, action should be taken. As the water crisis debate intensifies, with sharp exchanges between senior leaders of both parties, political observers are keenly watching to see how far this controversy sparked by Rajes initial remarks will spread in Rajasthans political landscape.
In a shocking turn of events, Mohammed Shami of Sunrisers Hyderabad recorded the second-most expensive bowling figures in IPL history, conceding 75 runs in four overs against Punjab Kings. This performance follows Jofra Archer's unwanted record of 76 runs given in a match between Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Watch: Virat Kohli meets Rahul Dravid and hugs him in reunion before RR vs RCB IPL 2025 clash
RCB's star batter Virat Kohli was spotted engaging in a friendly exchange with former Team India coach Rahul Dravid, who now serves as the head coach of the Rajasthan-based franchise.
Om Birla Keeps Promise, Performs Ritual At Wedding Of Pulwama Hero's Daughter
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, fulfilling a promise he had made six years ago, attended the wedding ceremony of a Pulwama martyr's daughter in Rajasthan's Kota, assuming the role of a brother to the bride's mother.
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IPL 2025: While Batting, I Don't Feel Pressure Of Captaincy, Says RCB's Patidar
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru: After going without a title in 17 years in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are currently in fourth position in the points table. They have made a superb start with three wins and two losses in five matches. One of the things that seems to have changed RCB's fortunes this season is the appointment of Rajat Patidar as captain. As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to take on Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday, captain Rajat Patidar talked about his philosophy towards batting and captaincy that has helped him emerge as the team's highest scorer so far. Patidar expanded on his approach to captaincy and batting in the pre-match press conference ahead of the match against Rajasthan Royals and said he tries to keep both roles separate. I see myself as captain when I'm on the field, but when I'm batting, I don't feel the pressure of being a captain. I focus on my strengths with the bat and avoid feeling like I have to do something different just because I am leading the team. Even in domestic cricket, I try to stay in the moment and do my best for the team, the RCB captain said. Patidar also said that RCB are not looking ahead of themselves and are taking things one match at a time. We take it one game at a time. If everyone is confident, we look to make the most of it. We'll focus on playing good cricket, not focus on which venue it is. It's a special game for us with our green initiative, and wearing the green jersey makes it even more special and exciting, he added. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will once again sport their iconic green jerseys when they take on Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. The green jerseys, made from recycled fabric, highlight the franchises broader sustainability initiatives, aiming to raise awareness about conservation and the need to protect the environment. A win is on the minds of both RR and RCB, who come into Sundays clash on the back of defeats in their respective last games. While RCB sits fourth in the standings with three wins out of five, RR is seventh with one fewer win coming in the same number of matches. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will once again sport their iconic green jerseys when they take on Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. The green jerseys, made from recycled fabric, highlight the franchises broader sustainability initiatives, aiming to raise awareness about conservation and the need to protect the environment. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Match 28, IPL 2025
RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction :Royal Challengers Bengaluru have now lost two out of two home matches in the IPL 2025. Their next stop is Jaipur as they face the inaugural season winner Rajasthan Royals in the 28th clash on Sunday. It will kick off at 3:30 PM at Sawai Mansingh Stadium. RR also lost their last game by a big margin and are dearly needing this clash. A win can help them improve their conditions as of now. They have lost three of their five games. RCB have done well in away games and won three out of three. RR vs RCB: Match Details Date : April 13 (Sunday) Time : 3:30 PM IST Venue : Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur RR vs RCB: Live Streaming Details Fans can enjoy the live telecast of this clash on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can opt to watch it digitally on the Jio Hotstar app or website. RR vs RCB: Head-to-Head in IPL Total Matches : 32 Rajasthan Royals : 14 Royal Challengers Bengaluru : 15 No Result : 3 RR vs RCB: Ground Pitch Report Just like the other venues in the IPL 2025, Sawai Mansingh Stadium is also likely to be a good batting wicket. However, spinners might have good help as it is a day game and the surface is likely to be dry. Batting first can be a good pick. RR vs RCB: Possible XIs Rajasthan Royals : Sanju Samson (c & wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande Royal Challengers Bengaluru : Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Liam Livingstone, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal RR vs RCB: Dream11 Team Wicket-keepers : Sanju Samson (Vice Captain), Philip Salt Batters : Virat Kohli (Captain), Rajat Patidar, Yashasvi Jaiswal All-rounder : Krunal Pandya, Riyan Parag, Nitish Rana Bowlers : Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Jofra Archer Dream11 Prediction :Rajasthan Royals have yet to deliver a dominating performance this season. But RCB have done it quite often. Hence, we back RCB to win here. RR vs RCB Match 28Dream11 Prediction, RR vs RCB Dream11 Prediction, Today Match RR vs RCB, RR vs RCB Prediction, RR vs RCB Dream11 Team, Fantasy Cricket Tips, RR vs RCB Pitch Report, Today Match Prediction, Today Cricket Match, Dream11 Team, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update of the match between Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru TATA IPL 2025, Indian Premier League 2025 Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Disclaimer : The fantasy team is purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your Dream11 team.
Wealth creation, its equitable distribution must go hand-in-hand: Congress
New Delhi, Apr 12 (PTI) Congress governments in Telangana, Rajasthan and Karnataka led the nation and the world in passing legislation to support gig workers, the party said on Saturday and emphasised that GDP growth and wealth creation, and its equitable distribution must go hand-in-hand. In a post on X, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the Siddaramaiah-led government passed the Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2025. A key provision in the law is the establishment of a welfare fund for gig workers through a welfare fee of 1 per cent to 5 per
Watch: 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi rattles Jofra Archer with big hitting in RR nets
Leading up to the Rajasthan Royals' match against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Vaibhav Suryavanshi found himself facing off against the formidable Jofra Archer in a practice session.
Watch: Virat Kohli shares a heartfelt hug with Rahul Dravid in Jaipur
Before the IPL clash, Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid shared a warm moment. Kohli embraced Dravid, who is recovering from a leg injury. The meeting highlighted the camaraderie in Indian cricket. Rajasthan Royals shared the moment on social media. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals aim to recover from recent losses. The teams will battle on Sunday.
Rajasthan BSTC Pre D.EL.ED 2025 has received a record 5 lakh applications, with 70% being women aspirants. In response, VMO University has extended the last date to April 16, 2025. The entrance exam, now scheduled for June 1, 2025, is for admission to 26,000 seats across 376 D.EL.ED colleges. Eligibility, age criteria, application fees, and counselling details have been shared, with significant participation from reserved categories and candidates from outside Rajasthan.
IPL 2025: RCB To Promote Sustainability By Sporting Green Jerseys Against RR
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: In the Pink City, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be turning green during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals in continue in their mission to become a carbon positive organisation. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will once again sport their iconic green jerseys when they take on Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. The green jerseys, made from recycled fabric, highlight the franchises broader sustainability initiatives, aiming to raise awareness about conservation and the need to protect the environment. RCB is a carbon neutral T20 franchise and through this initiative activated at the home stadium for fan engagement throughout the season, the team seeks to further engage fans in its environmental mission with the ambition of becoming carbon positive, the franchise informed in a release on Saturday. Speaking on the initiative, Rajesh Menon, COO, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, said: For us, it is about being bold, both on and off the pitch. Our green jerseys are more than just a symbol; they are a call to action. As proud representatives of the Garden City, sustainability is a natural priority for us. Through this initiative, we aim to leverage the cultural and social power of RCB to drive awareness and inspire fans to take small steps towards conservation. RCBs sustainability endeavours are not only comprehensive but also rooted in data. Regular carbon audits allow the franchise to closely track its ecological impact across all operations, the release said. The franchise carries out detailed surveys to map their carbon footprint, not only within the stadium through diesel generator emissions, but also through fan commutes to and from the stadium, gauging the impact of spectator travel on overall emissions, it added. RCBs commitment to sustainability also focuses on team operations. The travel footprint of players, support staff, and the cheer squad is thoroughly assessed over the course of the season. This includes a complete audit of accommodation booked for the team across both home and away matches, with an analysis of carbon emissions per room night. Furthermore, emissions from waste generated at the stadium are calculated based on waste type, ensuring every aspect of their environmental impact is accounted for and addressed. RCB deploys a series of measures to combat their carbon offset, comprising waste management and segregation at the stadium, the use of renewable energy sources such as solar-powered lighting and wind energy, and other initiatives to reduce dependency on conventional resources, the franchise claimed. Furthermore, emissions from waste generated at the stadium are calculated based on waste type, ensuring every aspect of their environmental impact is accounted for and addressed. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
IPL 2025: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Faces Jofra Archer In Nets Ahead Of RR's Match Against RCB
ACC U19 Asia Cup: Rajasthan Royals' youngest recruit of the IPL, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, faced England pacer and teammate Jofra Archer in the nets ahead of their first home clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday. Suryavanshi, who turned 14 last month, was acquired by the Jaipur-based franchise for Rs 1.1 crore in last year's auction in Jeddah. The teenager became the youngest player to bag an IPL contract in the tournament's history. Rajasthan Royals posted the video of Suryavanshi's net session with the caption, Vaibhav vs Archer. Where else if not the IPL?! The left-handed batter faced Archer with full commitment and displayed his range of shots including pull and straight drive. The English pacer was also impressed with Suryavanshi's batting in the nets. The youngster is yet to make his debut in the IPL. The 14-year-old had a sensational 2024 season both domestically and internationally. He made his first-class debut for Bihar in January 2024, at just 12 years and 284 days old. During his debut, the left-hand batter scored 71 off 42 balls against Baroda in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, becoming the youngest Indian to score a List A fifty. On the international stage, Suryavanshi set the record for the fastest youth Test century by an Indian, scoring a blazing 58-ball ton against Australia in Chennai. He also played a pivotal role in Indias run to the ACC U19 Asia Cup final, contributing two crucial half-centuries. The 14-year-old had a sensational 2024 season both domestically and internationally. He made his first-class debut for Bihar in January 2024, at just 12 years and 284 days old. During his debut, the left-hand batter scored 71 off 42 balls against Baroda in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, becoming the youngest Indian to score a List A fifty. Also Read: Highest tax paying cricketers Article Source: IANS
Watch: 14-year-old Suryavanshi impresses against Archer in RR nets
Young Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old batting sensation, showcased his talent against England's Jofra Archer in the Rajasthan Royals' practice session. Despite Archer's pace and experience, Vaibhav demonstrated composure, confidently handling bouncers and playing impressive shots. The youngest player in IPL history, Vaibhav's net session highlights his rapid rise in cricket.
RCB look to continue super away run as RR finally find their way home
Rajasthan Royals haven't managed to identify their best combination yet, and the absence of Wanindu Hasaranga has only made things worse
Three-tier security for SP MP Suman as Karni Sena protest intensifies in Agra
LUCKNOW: The controversy triggered by Samajwadi Party Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman over his objectionable remarks about Rajput king Rana Sanga refuses to die down. A large number of Karni Sena activists gathered in Agra and were likely to march to Sumans residence again on Saturday. As per the sources, the Karni Sena activists, around 80,000 in number, reached Agra to celebrate Rana Sangas birth anniversary on Saturday. The activists, brandishing swords and sticks, arrived in the City of Taj not only from UP but also Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat. Their number is likely to go up further, said the sources. The Sena sources added that prominent Rajput leaders, including Braj Bhushan Sharan Singh, Raghuraj Pratap Singh alias Raja Bhaiya, Veer Pratap Singh and Sunny Singh, were also expected to join the congregation. Calling their gathering Rakt Swabhiman Sammelan, the Karni Sena activists assembled in a sprawling 50 bigha ground in Ram Garhi of Agra. Given the massive gathering, police and the district administration made tight security arrangements, with a three-layer security for the MP. Karni Sena national president Raj Shekhawat said, The programme is being held to express objections and expectations democratically. The government has given us the time at five o'clock for a meeting with the delegation to listen to their demands. We will hold the event within the discipline. Organising committee member Dheeraj Sikarwar said, This is a historic day when a message will be sent from Garhi Rami. In the wake of such a huge gathering, the district police also reached the venue. However, the cops had to face the anger of the agitated activists and they had to leave the place. The district police had put barricades at over 500 places to stop the march. Boulders were also placed at different locations on the road to restrict the movement of the Karni Sena activists. More than 10,000 PAC and police personnel were deployed across the Taj city and the drone monitoring continued the whole day. Moreover, Sumans residence had been converted into a chhavni (police camp) with the deployment of over 1,000 cops on the premises. The district authorities had sealed the one km stretch approaching Sumans residence. The SP MP had also deployed 10 bouncers for his personal security. Earlier on Thursday, the SP MP and his son Randhir Suman had moved Allahabad High Court seeking security in the wake of threats given by the Karni Sena and the incident of vandalism on his residence by Karni Sena activists on March 26. They had sought an apology from the MP while threatening to march again to Agra on April 12 in case Suman failed to comply. Rajput Karni Sena's national president Pratap Singh Kalvi, who had been camping in Agra for the last three days, said: Our demand letter is ready which includes the termination of membership of SP MP Ramjilal Suman, apology for the derogatory remarks made on Rashtraveer Rana Sanga, Bharat Ratna for the brave warrior, naming of Jewar Airport after Sanga, withdrawal of the cases registered against Karni Sena people and inclusion of Sanga's history in the curriculum. Significantly, the SP MP, on March 21, had said in Rajya Sabha that Indian Muslims did not consider Babur their ideal. They follow Muhammad Saheb and the Sufi tradition. However, I want to ask, who brought Babur here? It was Rana Sanga who invited Babur to defeat Ibrahim Lodhi. So, if thats the case, then Hindus must be descendants of traitor Sanga. We criticise Babur, but why do we not criticise Rana Sanga?, the MP had asked the upper house. Consequently, over a thousand Karni Sena activists had caused a ruckus outside the house of Samajwadi Party Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman in Agra protesting his statement wherein he had called Rana Sanga a traitor. At the time of the incident, the RS MP was in Delhi attending the Parliament session. Moreover, a day after the protests at his residence by the Karni Sena activists in Agra, Ramji Lal Suman refused to apologise for his remarks on Rajput king Rana Sanga, saying one could not deny history.
IPL 2025, SRH vs PBKS: Head-to-head and winning probability
Last season's finalists, SRH began their 2025 campaign on a thunderous note, racking up a mammoth 286 to dismantle Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs.
