Rajasthan Police Arrests Three More in International Cyber Slavery Syndicate
Jaipur, August 6: Rajasthan Polices State Cyber Crime Police Station has arrested three additional suspects in an ongoing crackdown on an international cyber slavery and human trafficking syndicate. These individuals are accused of coercing Indian youth into working for cyber fraud operations run by a Chinese criminal network in Southeast Asian countries. With these latest ... Read more Rajasthan Police Arrests Three More in International Cyber Slavery Syndicate
Rajasthan Leads India in Crop Insurance Coverage with Over 1 Million Hectares Insured
Jaipur, August 6: Rajasthan has emerged as a national leader in implementing the Prime Ministers Crop Insurance Scheme (PMFBY), providing financial security to millions of farmers affected by natural disasters and adverse weather conditions. The state boasts the highest number of registrations under this scheme, with over 62.5 million farmers enrolled, making PMFBY a crucial ... Read more Rajasthan Leads India in Crop Insurance Coverage with Over 1 Million Hectares Insured
Arundhati Chaudharys Golden Journey: Overcoming Adversity to Win Gold at Commonwealth Games 2026
Tonk, August 6: Arundhati Chaudhary, the gold medalist from the Commonwealth Games 2026, received a grand welcome upon returning to her home in Rajasthan. During her visit, she reflected on her struggles. She considers her parents as her inspiration. Despite undergoing hand surgery, Arundhati persevered and brought home the gold for her country. She is ... Read more Arundhati Chaudharys Golden Journey: Overcoming Adversity to Win Gold at Commonwealth Games 2026
Raj court acquits all 40 accused in 2015 Dangawas massacre case
A special court in Nagaur, Rajasthan, acquitted all forty accused in the 2015 Dangawas massacre. Five Dalits were killed during a violent land dispute in Dangawas village. The incident occurred over a disagreement concerning twenty-three bighas of land. The CBI investigated the case which involved multiple fatalities and tractor-related violence. This verdict concludes the eleven-year-old legal proceedings surrounding the tragic event.
Gang Member Wanted in Tihar Jail Attack held in Rajasthan
Chandipura virus outbreak: Centre sends expert team to Gujarat and Rajasthan
Scientists are intensifying surveillance, animal testing and genome sequencing to better understand the virus and strengthen disease control measures nationwide
Centre deploys national joint response team to support States facing a Chandipura virus outbreak
Disease control, medical, animal husbandry experts sent to Gujarat, Rajasthan to support public health measures; sandflies are established vectors, but scientists studying role of other insects, domestic animals too
Army Soldier Among 2 Killed After Speeding SUV Crashes Into Tree In Rajasthan
According to relatives, the four friends were travelling late at night to drop Nitin near Chirawa when the accident occurred.
Rajasthan govt steps up efforts to tackle sickle cell anaemia in tribal areas; over 37 lakh screened
Rajasthan is intensifying efforts to combat sickle cell anaemia in tribal areas. Over 37 lakh people have been screened, nearing the state's ambitious goal. The government aims for early detection, timely treatment, and comprehensive healthcare mechanisms. Udaipur serves as a key center for integrated sickle cell disease services. This initiative aligns with the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission-2047.
The Supreme Court has permitted the Union Government to withdraw its special leave petition challenging a Delhi High Court ruling in a dispute involving Vedanta Ltd over the Rajasthan RJ-ON-90/1 oil and gas block. A Bench comprising Justices Manoj Misra and Vijay Bishnoi allowed the withdrawal after the Centre submitted that the proceedings had lost [] The post Supreme Court permits Centre to withdraw challenge in Vedanta Rajasthan Oil block arbitration dispute appeared first on India Legal .
RVUNL and other Rajasthan state power companies have started the online application process for 2,005 vacancies from August 5, 2026. The recruitment includes Junior Engineer-I, Junior Accountant and Junior Assistant/Commercial Assistant-II posts. Candidates can apply until August 25, 2026. Selection will be based on a Computer Based Written Examination, followed by document verification and medical examination. Eligible candidates must complete the online application process through the official recruitment portal.
Central Government Deploys National Joint Outbreak Response Team Amid Chandipura Virus Surge
New Delhi, August 5: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has deployed the National Joint Outbreak Response Team (NJORT) to Gujarat and Rajasthan to combat the outbreak of Chandipura Virus Disease (CHPV). This deployment is part of a coordinated integrated disease surveillance program (IDSP), which includes ongoing and intensive scientific investigations from leading research ... Read more Central Government Deploys National Joint Outbreak Response Team Amid Chandipura Virus Surge
NGT Takes Strong Action Against Illegal Occupation in Jaipur Ropeway Project
Jaipur, August 5: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has adopted a stringent stance regarding illegal encroachments and commercial activities on forest land related to the Jaipur Ropeway Project. The NGTs Central Zone Bench has directed the Rajasthan Forest Department to take immediate action. During the hearing on Monday, the tribunal reviewed reports from the Forest ... Read more NGT Takes Strong Action Against Illegal Occupation in Jaipur Ropeway Project
The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has announced the final result for the RSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 after completing document verification. A total of 429 candidates have been recommended for appointment against 500 advertised vacancies. Applicants can download the NTSP and TSP merit lists from the official RSSB website and verify their selection status using their roll number.
8th Pay Commission Jaipur meetings on 31 August1 September: Who can apply, what to know
8th Pay Commission: Stakeholder consultations will be held in Jaipur on 31 August and 1 September. Central government and UT employee associations in Rajasthan can apply by 18 August using their Memo ID to participate.
Central University of Rajasthan establishes first learner support centre in Jaipur
The university, headquartered at Bandar Sindri in Ajmer district, has recently secured 79th position in the Nature Index 2026 Research Leaders ranking, having been included among Indias top 100 institutions.
Rajasthan High Court Approves Asaram's 20-Day Parole Despite State's Objections
Rajasthan High Court grants 20-day parole to Asaram citing no evidence of risk or bail violations.
Udaipur, August 5: The Central Government has approved 11 tourism development projects worth Rs 642 crore in Rajasthan to promote tourism at the global level. Among these, Udaipur has been included in the Heritage Trail Project, an initiative aimed at the restoration, beautification, and development of historically and culturally significant routes. The information was shared ... Read more Centre Approves 11 Tourism Projects Worth Rs 642 Crore in Rajasthan; Udaipur Included in Heritage Trail Initiative
Rajasthan Protests Turn Deadly: Demands for Action Against Police Grow
Jaipur, August 4: The Shri Rajput Karni Sena has called for strict action against police officers involved in a baton charge during a peaceful march on Monday. The organization claims that Devaraj Singh, a member of their group, died due to health complications that arose during the rally opposing new UGC regulations in Jaipur. Mahipal ... Read more Rajasthan Protests Turn Deadly: Demands for Action Against Police Grow
Railway officers torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability and resolve: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 04: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed and congratulated the officer trainees of the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management, Lucknow, who are on the field visit to Jammu Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted their important role in shaping the future of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) and expressed immense pleasure in interacting with the 69 officer trainees selected through the Civil Services Examination in 2022, 2023, and 2024 batch. You are the torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability, and resolve. The diversity of backgrounds among the trainees, spanning engineering, medicine, law, science, and the arts, and representing states/UTs across the country including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, West Bengal, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Odisha, and Chandigarh, reflects the soul of India. This diversity transforms into a shared national purpose during training, making the Institute a true laboratory of national unity, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized the key role of Indian Railways in Indias transformation. He highlighted the progress achieved over the past 12 years under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Electrification at record levels, the expansion of the dedicated Freight Corridor, the realization of the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the launch of world-class Vande Bharat trains, and modernization of stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme are hallmarks of this new era. It must be noted by the officer trainees that Indian Railways is no longer just a passenger transport system but the driving force of economic development, logistics efficiency, and national unity, he said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the officer trainees to embrace their responsibilities as tough administrators and also as nation-builders. He also stressed the importance of efficiency in freight and passenger transportation. Every minute saved reduces logistics costs, strengthens industry competitiveness, and enhances Indias global standing. Officers of IRMS, IRPFS, and Accounts must balance administrative discipline with human sensitivity, ensuring safety, financial prudence, and public service, he said. The Lieutenant Governor outlined three guiding principles for the trainees including continuous innovation through digital technology, artificial intelligence, and data-driven systems, citizen-first service with respect, accessibility, and sensitivity for all passengers and freight customers and integrity and transparency as custodians of unprecedented national investments in Indian Railways. India is moving forward with confidence towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Your decisions, strategies, and leadership will directly shape the future of millions of Indians. I hope you will remain dedicated to the selfless service of Mother India, lighting the path to a bright and prosperous future, the Lieutenant Governor said. Rahul, Course Director and Professor (Traffic Planning & Costing), officials and faculty members of Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management were also present.
Contamination in rivers: SC suggests Rajasthan come out with 20-point resolution plan
The top court said that the entire industrial area in Pali is located along the river bank and in the long run, the State authorities may have to consider relocating industries away from the river
Netizens flagged faulty rumble strips on NH-25, NHAI denies claims, gets factchecked online
In response to the social media outrage, the NHAI published an X post on 3rd August 2026 and claimed that the viral visuals of the rumble strips on NH-25 in Rajasthan do not depict the actual condition. It shared a comparison picture, captioned: As shown on social media vs actual image of the section.
New Delhi, Aug 4 : Warehouses in Rajasthan have already lost more than five lakh cans and bottles of Red Bull, Sting and Campa Energy [] The post Energy Drinks FSSAI Action : Energy Drink Makers Scramble as India Enforces Nationwide Labelling Crackdown appeared first on The Voice Of Sikkim .
Rahul Chahar: Following in His Cousins Footsteps with a Unique Spin on Cricket
New Delhi, August 4: Rahul Deshraj Chahar is recognized as one of the most talented leg spinners in Indian cricket. He has represented Rajasthan in domestic cricket and played for various teams in the IPL. Known for his precise bowling, control, and wicket-taking ability, Rahul has also made a significant impact while playing for the ... Read more Rahul Chahar: Following in His Cousins Footsteps with a Unique Spin on Cricket
Rajasthan Engineer Arrested for Buying Leaked Exam Paper for 25 Lakhs
Jaipur, August 4: The Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested Atul Meena, a 31-year-old Assistant Engineer in the Water Resources Department, for allegedly purchasing a leaked question paper for the Junior Engineer (JEN) Combined Recruitment Exam-2020 for 25 lakhs. This exam was re-conducted in 2021 after irregularities were reported. According to SOG Additional Director ... Read more Rajasthan Engineer Arrested for Buying Leaked Exam Paper for 25 Lakhs
MP Demands National Monument Status for Mangarh Dham in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, August 4: Hanuman Beniwal, the leader of the Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) and MP from Nagaur, raised a demand in the Lok Sabha on Monday for Mangarh Dham in Rajasthan to be declared a national monument. He emphasized that this historic site symbolizes the sacrifices and contributions of the tribal community in the ... Read more MP Demands National Monument Status for Mangarh Dham in Lok Sabha
Engineer Arrested for Purchasing Leaked Exam Paper in Rajasthan for 25 Lakh
Jaipur, August 4: The Rajasthan Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested Atul Meena, a 31-year-old assistant engineer in the Water Resources Department. He is accused of purchasing a leaked question paper for the Junior Engineer (JEN) Combined Recruitment Exam 2020, which was re-conducted in 2021, for 25 lakh. According to Vishal Bansal, Additional Director General ... Read more Engineer Arrested for Purchasing Leaked Exam Paper in Rajasthan for 25 Lakh
Woman, brother held for Rajasthan youth's murder
Ramdas Athawale Supports UCC, Urges Rajasthan Government to Provide Land to the Poor
Jaipur, August 3: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Ramdas Athawale expressed his support for the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday, stating that it would enhance the socio-economic status of Muslims. He also urged the Rajasthan government to allocate five acres of free land to every landless poor family. During his media interaction ... Read more Ramdas Athawale Supports UCC, Urges Rajasthan Government to Provide Land to the Poor
Achyuta Samanta Conferred 75th Honorary Doctorate by Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Rajasthan
Achyuta Samanta Conferred 75th Honorary Doctorate by Maharaja Ganga Singh University, Rajasthan
Migrant workers stay put, easing fears for Valleys labour dependent economy
Every year, around 400,000 migrant workers from States such as Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Punjab and Rajasthan travel to Jammu and Kashmir for seasonal employment
India plans 45,000 crore rail upgrades along China, Pakistan and Bangladesh borders
The spending set to unfold over the next 18 to 24 months will help build new tracks, platforms and network strengthening across Punjab, West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam and several northeastern states, sources said
VHP Announces Major Initiatives in Rajasthan to Strengthen Hindu Community
Jodhpur, August 3: The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) held an important semi-annual meeting under the leadership of Dr. Surendra Jain, the central joint general secretary. This meeting is particularly significant as it commemorates the centenary year of Ashok Singhal, a prominent figure in the Hindutva movement and the Ram Temple campaign. During the meeting, Dr. ... Read more VHP Announces Major Initiatives in Rajasthan to Strengthen Hindu Community
Rajasthan truck owner Shyam Lal Nokha arrested over viral sting video at Elavur check post
Major Drug and Arms Bust Near India-Pakistan Border
Jaipur, August 2: Rajasthan police achieved a significant breakthrough ahead of Independence Day. They thwarted a major attempt to smuggle drugs and foreign weapons near the India-Pakistan border. Under Operation Shock Wave, authorities seized approximately 10 kilograms of heroin from Afghanistan, valued at around 50 crores, in the Khajuwala area of Bikaner, close to the ... Read more Major Drug and Arms Bust Near India-Pakistan Border
Students from around the world experience the Jain way of life in Rajasthan
Weather Tomorrow, August 3: Monsoon activity will remain strong across India on August 3. Northern, central, and northeastern regions anticipate heavy to very heavy rainfall. States like Madhya Pradesh and Kerala will experience intense showers and thunderstorms. Delhi-NCR and Gujarat will see cloudy skies with light to moderate rain. Maharashtra and Rajasthan also expect intermittent showers and potential thunderstorms.
Bus Collision in Rajasthan Leaves 22 Injured
Jaipur, August 2: A tragic accident occurred near Naya Gaon in Tonk district, Rajasthan, when a bus carrying approximately 25 passengers collided with a truck on National Highway 52. At least 22 individuals sustained injuries in the incident. In an interview with reporters, a female passenger who was injured shared that they were on their ... Read more Bus Collision in Rajasthan Leaves 22 Injured
'Chaiwalaz' founder Rohit Sharma dies by suicide at home in Rajasthan's Dausa
Chaiwalaz founder Rohit Sharma died by suicide at his Dausa residence on Saturday. Family members found the 30-year-old entrepreneur hanging and rushed him to the hospital. Sharma, who started his business at seventeen, had seven tea outlets. He closed all his businesses six months ago and turned to spirituality. The police are currently investigating the reason behind his death.
Fake Military Uniform Racket Bust In Rajasthan
A joint operation by Indian Army intelligence units and Rajasthan Police seized nearly 1,000 metres of unauthorised Army-pattern combat cloth.
Weather updates today, August 2: IMD issues rain alert; check if your state is on the list
Weather updates today, August 2: Widespread rainfall is forecast across India from August 2 to 7. Northwest, central, and eastern regions will experience heavy showers and thunderstorms. Many states including Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan anticipate significant precipitation. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are also expected to receive widespread rain. The weather department warns of gusty winds and lightning in several areas.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Engages with Villagers During Morning Walk in Udaipur
Udaipur, August 2: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma is on the second day of his two-day visit to Udaipur. Before unveiling significant initiatives, he took a morning walk in the village of Bida, interacting directly with the locals. His humble demeanor resonated with the villagers as he listened to their concerns and suggestions. After spending ... Read more Rajasthan Chief Minister Engages with Villagers During Morning Walk in Udaipur
Digital medical emergency referral system set to transform patient care in Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the first State in the country to implement the model, in which a referred patients medical history will reach the control room online before they arrive at the hospital
Indian Army and Rajasthan Police Uncover Fake Combat Uniform Racket
Jaipur, August 2: The Indian Army, in collaboration with the Rajasthan Police, has successfully dismantled a fake combat uniform racket in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. During this operation, authorities seized over 1,000 meters of unauthorized military-pattern fabric. This crackdown follows intelligence reports from the Indian Army and a joint operation with the Rajasthan Police, leading to ... Read more Indian Army and Rajasthan Police Uncover Fake Combat Uniform Racket
Jackson Labs' Baddi drug manufacturing licence restored after suspension
The unit's licence was cancelled in June after several women in Kota, Rajasthan, died allegedly due to spurious oxytocin injections supplied by the company's Punjab unit.
Counterfeit military combat uniform racket comes to light in Rajasthan
Armys intelligence units and Rajasthan Police seize 1,000 metres of unauthorised Army-pattern combat cloth
Counterfeit combat uniform racket busted in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar; 1,000 metres of cloth seized
Security agencies have busted a counterfeit combat uniform racket in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district that used to supply fake military outfits to vendors in the region, said officials on Saturday. The racket was busted in...
Agitation over student union polls intensifies in Rajasthan; NSUI leaders to meet Deputy CM
Student leaders Vijaypal Kudi and Viona Jat said the government has been given a seven-day ultimatum to decide on their demands, including holding student union elections in universities and colleges
Youth Anger Towards BJP Government at Its Peak: Sachin Pilot
Jaipur, August 1: Congress leader Sachin Pilot has expressed that the people of Rajasthan are furious with the BJP government. He stated that the youths anger has reached a boiling point due to the governments functioning. As a result, they are demanding fresh elections, but the government is reluctant, fearing backlash if elections are held ... Read more Youth Anger Towards BJP Government at Its Peak: Sachin Pilot
Rajasthan Minister Responds to Kulgam Terror Attack: Strict Action Against Terrorism Promised
Jaipur, August 1: Rajasthans Minister of State for Home, Jawahar Singh Bedham, has reacted to the recent terrorist attack in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir. He stated that the government will not tolerate terrorism at any cost. Following the murder of two migrant workers in Kulgam, Minister Bedham said, We have received information about the incident. ... Read more Rajasthan Minister Responds to Kulgam Terror Attack: Strict Action Against Terrorism Promised
Tributes Pour in for Bal Gangadhar Tilak on His Death Anniversary
New Delhi, August 1: On the death anniversary of the prominent leader of the Indian independence movement and fervent nationalist thinker, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Chief Ministers from various states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh paid their respects and offered tributes. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took to X to express, ... Read more Tributes Pour in for Bal Gangadhar Tilak on His Death Anniversary
SC slaps Rs 1 lakh fine on Rajasthan government for harassing official
The Supreme Court has ordered Rajasthan to pay one lakh rupees to a government official. This payment is compensation for harassment caused by political interference in a prosecution sanction. The court criticized the joint secretary of the former chief minister for undue influence. Such interference was deemed a blatant display of political dictate by the state. The official was unnecessarily dragged to court, prompting the court's strong observations.
Over 3.6 lakh J&K homes yet to get tap water: Center
Srinagar, Jul 30: More than 3.60 lakh rural households in Jammu and Kashmir are yet to receive Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTCs) under the Centres flagship Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), according to data presented in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. As per the Ministry of Jal Shakti, 15,64,303 out of 19,24,945 rural households in Jammu and Kashmir have been provided tap water connections, while 3,60,642 households still remain uncovered as of July 18, 2026. The information was shared by Minister of State for Jal Shakti V Somanna in a written reply to an unstarred question in the Lok Sabha regarding universal coverage under the Jal Jeevan Mission. The Ministry stated that the Jal Jeevan Mission (Har Ghar Jal), launched in August 2019, aims to provide every rural household with an assured supply of potable drinking water through tap connections at a service level of 55 litres per capita per day (LPCD), conforming to BIS:10500 standards on a regular and long-term basis. It further informed Parliament that the Union Cabinet has approved the extension of Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 till December 2028, with an enhanced financial outlay and a restructured implementation framework focused on structural reforms in the rural drinking water sector. The Ministry noted that drinking water is a state subject, making the planning, implementation, operation and maintenance of water supply schemes the responsibility of the respective State and Union Territory governments. The Centre, it said, provides only technical and financial assistance under the mission. Nationally, the government said that when the mission was launched in 2019, only 3.24 crore rural households (16.72 per cent) had tap water connections. As of July 18, 2026, the number has increased to 15.89 crore households, covering 82.09 per cent of the countrys 19.36 crore rural households. According to the state-wise data, West Bengal has the highest number of uncovered rural households at 75.74 lakh, followed by Rajasthan (44.02 lakh), Kerala (31.74 lakh), Madhya Pradesh (27.85 lakh) and Jharkhand (27.84 lakh). Jammu and Kashmir accounts for 3.60 lakh uncovered households, while neighbouring Ladakh has only 699 households yet to receive tap water connections. The Ministry did not specify a separate timeline for Jammu and Kashmir but said the missions overall target is to achieve universal rural tap water coverage by December 2028 under the extended Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0.
HUDCO sees Rs 1 lakh crore opportunity in new cities push
HUDCO anticipates significant business growth from developing new cities nationwide. Investment in each new city and satellite township could exceed one lakh crore. Projects include Amaravati and urban expansion around Shillong. HUDCO will offer financing, technical expertise, and advisory services. These initiatives are planned across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and other states.
Scenic monsoon bus trips in India: Beautiful routes that should be on every traveller's bucket list
India's monsoon season offers scenic routes and vibrant destinations for travelers. The Bengaluru to Puducherry route provides coastal charm and French colonial influences. Bengaluru to Salem showcases lush countryside and serves as a gateway to hill stations. Chennai to Puducherry features dramatic coastal views during the rainy season. Journeys to Jaipur and Agra reveal Rajasthan's greener side and historic sites.
Weather Tomorrow: Monsoon conditions will remain active across India on August 1. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast for north, central, and northeastern regions. Gujarat faces a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in thirteen districts. Himachal Pradesh and Maharashtra anticipate active monsoon spells with potential heavy showers. Delhi-NCR will experience typical monsoon weather with light rain and high humidity.
SVF Music's Biggest Hits Arrive Exclusively on Hoopr Smash
Hoopr Smash , India's leading music licensing platform, today announced its partnership with SVF Music, Bengal's most influential and celebrated music labels. Through this collaboration, brands, agencies, and influencers can now exclusively license SVF Music's extensive catalogue for use across branded social content, digital campaigns, and commercial video creation. SVF Music partners with Hoopr Smash to bring its iconic Bengali music catalogue to brands and creators for licensed commercial use SVF Music has shaped the sound of Bengali music for decades. The catalogue features timeless tracks such as Bojhena Shey Bojhena, Mon Majhi Re, Tomake Chai, Parbona Ami Chartey Tokey, and Tumi Jake Bhalobasho , alongside music from celebrated artists including Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal, Anupam Roy, Rupankar Bagchi, Iman Chakraborty, Jeet Ganguly, and Anindya Chatterjee, making it one of the richest Bengali catalogues available for commercial licensing. India's advertising industry is projected to cross Rs 50,000 crore in annual spending, with video-first campaigns becoming the preferred format for brands across every category. As brands and creators increasingly rely on trending music to create culturally relevant content, the need for licensed music has never been greater. This urgency has become even more apparent as music labels have started taking stricter action against the unauthorised commercial use of their catalogues, including issuing legal notices to brands using music without the necessary licences. Today, over 70,000 brands and 2.5 lakh+ influencers spanning FMCG, D2C, retail, fashion, beauty, healthcare, consumer technology, food & beverage, travel, hospitality, and entertainment are creating digital content at scale in Bengal, driving greater demand for licensed music that can be used confidently in commercial campaigns . Against this backdrop, Hoopr Smash has emerged as India's leading music licensing platform through AI powered technology for brands and creators, enabling commercial music licensing for over 130 brands, including Pilgrim, Hopscotch, Marico, ITC, Myntra, Rajasthan Royals, and many others. The platform enables users to discover, license, and legally use music for commercial content within minutes, eliminating lengthy negotiations and complex rights clearances. With chart-topping Hindi music from Universal Music Group including popular tracks by artists like Anuv Jain, Talwiinder and more and now the strongest collection of Bengali music through SVF Music, Hoopr Smash is building India's most comprehensive destination for commercially licensed music across regions. Mahendra Soni, Co-Founder, SVF Entertainment said, “ Over the last 30 years, SVF Music has built Bengal's most iconic music catalogues, home to many of the region's biggest songs and artists. Through our partnership with Hoopr Smash, brands can now legally access and use this music for their campaigns, creating new opportunities for our catalogue while ensuring that the creators behind these songs are fairly recognized and compensated. We believe this is an important step towards building a more transparent and sustainable music licensing ecosystem." Gaurav Dagaonkar, Co-founder & CEO, Hoopr , added, "As more brands look to expand into regional markets, authentic local music has become essential to building cultural relevance. Bengal has a rich musical legacy, and SVF Music has been instrumental in shaping it. By bringing their iconic catalogue to Hoopr Smash, we're giving brands and creators easy access to the best of Bengal through a single licensing platform, while ensuring artists and rights holders benefit from every commercial use." The addition of SVF Music further strengthens Hoopr Smash's growing catalogue of commercially licensable music, spanning Bollywood, regional cinema, independent artists, devotional music, and contemporary hits from some of India's leading music labels. The SVF Music catalogue is now live exclusively on Hoopr Smash, giving brands, agencies, and creators a faster, simpler, and fully compliant way to license and use some of Bengal's most iconic music in their commercial campaigns.
Lt. Gen. Dr M D Venkatesh Assumes Charge as Chairperson of Manipal University Jaipur
Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) has welcomed Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh as the new Chairperson of the University. He has officially taken charge from the outgoing Chairperson, Mr. S. Vaitheeswaran, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the University's continued pursuit of academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement. Lt. Gen. (Dr) M D Venkatesh, Chairperson, Manipal University Jaipur A distinguished academic leader, accomplished researcher, and visionary administrator, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh brings with him more than four decades of exceptional experience spanning higher education, healthcare, military medicine, research, and institutional governance. During his illustrious career, he has served as the Vice Chancellor of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and Sikkim Manipal University. He is currently serving as Advisor to the Manipal Education and Medical Group, where he continues to contribute to strengthening academic quality, institutional growth, and strategic initiatives across the Group's institutions. On this transition President Prof. (Dr.) N. N. Sharma along with the entire MUJ community extended a warm welcome to Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh. He expressed confidence that his visionary leadership, rich administrative experience, and unwavering commitment to academic excellence would guide the University towards new milestones in education, research, innovation, and global collaborations. With Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh assuming the role of Chairperson, Manipal University Jaipur looks forward to an inspiring new era of excellence, innovation, and transformative growth, further reinforcing its position among India's leading multidisciplinary universities. About Manipal University Jaipur Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is one of India’s leading multidisciplinary universities, renowned for academic excellence, innovation, research, and industry-oriented education. Established in 2011 as part of the prestigious Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), MUJ has rapidly emerged as a preferred destination for higher education, offering a vibrant learning ecosystem that nurtures knowledge, creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Accredited with an A+ Grade by NAAC, MUJ offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and professional programmes across Engineering, Management, Law, Design, Architecture, Commerce, Arts, Science, Humanities, Journalism, and Allied Health Sciences. The University places strong emphasis on experiential learning, interdisciplinary education, research excellence, innovation, and global engagement. Spread across a modern, fully residential campus in Jaipur, Rajasthan, MUJ provides world-class infrastructure, advanced laboratories, smart classrooms, innovation and incubation centres, sports facilities, libraries, and student activity spaces that foster academic and personal growth. The University maintains strong collaborations with leading national and international universities, research organisations, and industry partners, enabling students to benefit from global exposure, internships, collaborative research, and excellent career opportunities. With a vibrant student community representing almost every state and union territory of India, along with several international students, MUJ promotes diversity, inclusivity, and cultural exchange. Through its commitment to quality education, impactful research, sustainability, and social responsibility, Manipal University Jaipur continues to empower future-ready professionals and responsible global citizens. For more details, please visit the official website of Manipal University Jaipur: www.jaipur.manipal.edu .
Crafts Council of India brings Indias textile heritage to Chennai
From Bengals kantha to Rajasthans bandhani, the Crafts Council of India brings Indias textile traditions to Chennai on August 7 and 8
The Supreme Court has strongly criticised the Rajasthan government for reversing its earlier decision refusing prosecution sanction against a government doctor under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, holding that the volte-face was driven by political dictate rather than any fresh material. A Bench of Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice K. Vinod Chandran observed that [] The post Supreme Court slams Rajasthan over politically motivated reversal of prosecution sanction, imposes Rs 50,000 costs appeared first on India Legal .
NHRC seeks action from Rajasthan over Kota maternal deaths linked to faulty oxytocin
The National Human Rights Commission has directed Rajasthan officials to act on maternal deaths. Substandard oxytocin injections in Kota are allegedly linked to these tragic outcomes. Survivors face severe long-term health issues and financial burdens from ongoing treatment. The commission seeks accountability for regulatory failures and timely compensation for victims. Independent probes and systemic reforms in drug regulation are also demanded.
12-ft gharial rescued in Rajasthan after 5-month hunt, brought to Chhatbir Zoo
Rajasthan footwear artisan Jitendra Kumar Jingar, who earns Rs 10,000 to 15,000 a month making traditional leather shoes in Balotra district, received a Rs 6.78 crore GST recovery notice from Tamil Nadu's commercial taxes department after a fake export firm was allegedly registered using his PAN. His bank account has been frozen and he suspects documents submitted to a finance company in 2018 were misused.
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across India from July 30 to August 1. Active monsoon conditions will bring intense showers and thunderstorms to many regions. Northern and central states, including Delhi, will experience significant rainfall activity. Eastern, northeastern, western, and southern parts of the country are also on alert. Residents should prepare for continued wet weather and potential gusty winds.
Five Patients Hospitalized After Cataract Surgery Complications in Jaipur
Jaipur, July 30: A troubling incident has emerged in Rajasthan amidst ongoing controversies surrounding maternity services. Five patients have been hospitalized at SMS Hospital in Jaipur after experiencing severe infections following cataract surgeries at a government hospital in Kuchaman City. This incident raises serious concerns about healthcare services in the region. The patients were referred ... Read more Five Patients Hospitalized After Cataract Surgery Complications in Jaipur
BluPine Energy Strengthens Rajasthan C&I Portfolio with Multiple Renewable Power Agreements; Targets 150MW Commercial & Industrial Capacity
Four Booked in Fake Cooking Oil Company Fraud; EOW Kashmir Files Chargesheet
Srinagar, July 30: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of Crime Branch J&K has filed a charge-sheet in FIR No. 77/2022 under Sections 420 and 120-B IPC before the Hon'ble Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Srinagar, against four accused persons in a cheating case. The accused are;Mohd Amin Bhat S/o Mohd Afzal Bhat, R/o Khanyar, Srinagar,Khalid Hussain Khan S/o Ghulam Hassan Khan, R/o Gasiyar Hawal, Srinagar, Anil Kumar Maheshwari S/o Ganpat Lal, R/o A-38, Satiya Nagar, Ward No. 09, Jhotwara, Jaipur, Rajasthan and Shashank Kumar S/o Surinder Singh, R/o B-50, Uddai City, Pallapurram-2, Modipurram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. The case originated from a complaint alleging that Mohammad Amin Bhat of Khanyar, Srinagar, along with Khalid Hussain Khan, Area Sales Manager, and Anil Kumar Maheshwari, Regional Sales Manager of M/s Assured Agro Food Industries, induced him to invest Rs. 15 lakh as a security deposit for the supply of cooking oil. The accused represented that the company was a manufacturer of cooking oil and assured delivery of stock within a week. However, no stock was supplied. Accordingly a probe has been ordered to investigate the allegations and during investigation, it was established that the accused persons, acting in conspiracy, cheated the complainant on the pretext of supplying mustard oil. Enquiries with the Registrar of Companies, Rajasthan, revealed that no company by the name of M/s Assured Agro Food Industries was registered. Investigation further disclosed the involvement of the company's purported owner, Shashank Kumar of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. On completion of investigation, the charge-sheet has been presented before the competent court for judicial proceedings. The Crime Branch has advised the public to remain vigilant against such economic frauds and report any suspicious activities to the SSP, EOW Kashmir. Victims may also lodge complaints through email at sspeow-kmr@jkpolice.gov.in
CAQM urges NCR States to deploy drones to monitor stubble burning
Govts. of Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, U.P., Rajasthan asked to ensure monitoring of paddy cultivation areas, especially identified hotspot villages and fire-prone locations; conduct drone surveys from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., when attempts to evade satellite detection are more likely, pollution watchdog also says
Junior Mens National Hockey Championship: Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Arunachal Shine
Coimbatore, July 30: The second day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Mens National Championship 2026 saw impressive victories from Hockey Rajasthan, Telangana Hockey, and Puducherry Hockey in Division C. In Division B, teams from Uttarakhand, Arunachal, and Chandigarh also claimed wins. The day kicked off at the Coimbatore Hockey Ground with Hockey Rajasthan dominating ... Read more Junior Mens National Hockey Championship: Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Arunachal Shine
Jaipur ADM Office Assistant Caught Accepting 1 Lakh Bribe, ACB Conducts Trap
JAIPUR, July 29: The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday arrested a personal assistant posted in the office of the Additional District Collector (Jaipur East) while allegedly accepting a bribe of 1 lakh from a complainant during a trap operation. The accused, Mukesh Kumar, was caught red-handed by the ACBs Jaipur Rural unit following directions ... Read more Jaipur ADM Office Assistant Caught Accepting 1 Lakh Bribe, ACB Conducts Trap
196 crore budget proposals approved for developing Rajasthans tribal areas
Field visits will ensure continuous monitoring of quality and timely completion of works, Chief Secretary says
Monsoon Fury in Rajasthan: Jaipur Streets Flooded, Yellow Alert Issued for 22 Districts
Jaipur, July 29: The monsoon intensified in Rajasthan on Wednesday, impacting daily life across the state, including the capital, Jaipur. A heavy downpour lasting about 35 minutes submerged several major roads and low-lying areas in Jaipur. In the town of Rajakhera, located in the Dholpur district, markets and lower regions were also inundated. The India ... Read more Monsoon Fury in Rajasthan: Jaipur Streets Flooded, Yellow Alert Issued for 22 Districts
After quitting her corporate job following marriage, Jaipur-based fashion designer Nishtha Rawat launched her clothing brand, Nehfi, from home in September 2024. Starting with local tailors and managing every aspect of the business herself, she built a contemporary womenswear label inspired by Rajasthani craftsmanship. Within just 10 months, the brand reportedly reached Rs 14 lakh in monthly revenue. Her journey highlights the value of identifying market gaps, prioritising customer trust and scaling thoughtfully.
Akanksha Singh Birthday Special: From Na Bole Tum to Bollywood Stardom
Mumbai, July 29: Actress Akanksha Singh, who began her career in television, is now a well-known name in the industry. With her remarkable acting skills, simplicity, and powerful roles, she has carved a niche for herself in Hindi television, South cinema, and Bollywood. Born on July 30, 1990, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Akankshas childhood was deeply ... Read more Akanksha Singh Birthday Special: From Na Bole Tum to Bollywood Stardom
ConveGenius.AI in India has today been named in the Top 25 shortlist for the second annual Global EdTech Prize in the Majors category. Founded in 2025 by T4 Education , with the support of Owl Ventures and Digital Promise, the Global EdTech Prize recognises those trailblazing solutions that are driving change and grappling with the most crucial challenges in today’s classrooms. SwiftPAL earns a place in the Global EdTech Prize 2026 top 25 shortlist, spotlighting its mission to close learning gaps at scale across India Judged by educators themselves, the prize provides a vital platform to help companies and organisations scale their products, tools, or services and their impact worldwide. It celebrates EdTechs that are making a real difference to the next generation and champions innovative tech solutions that actually work for the people who matter most – educators, their students, and their communities. The prize is awarded in three categories: Majors, Start-ups, and Non-profits, with winners announced live at the World Schools Summit in London on January 17, 2027. Vikas Pota, Founder of T4 Education and the Global EdTech Prize, said, “I want to congratulate SwiftPAL from ConveGenius.AI in India on being named in the Top 25 shortlists for this, the second Global EdTech Prize. Technology in the classroom holds the enormous potential to close learning gaps and fully equip today’s young people for the rapidly emerging workplace of tomorrow. But we can only harness technology effectively when it is made to work for educators to tackle the challenges they face every day. Judged by educators themselves, the Global EdTech Prize exists to bridge the gap between technology and teachers and give a global platform to the solutions that are making a real impact in classrooms so that impact can be scaled worldwide.” Shashank Pandey, Co-Founder, ConveGenius.AI said, Over the last decade, we have learned that learning outcomes at scale improve when policy, budgets, programmes, technology, and people work in harmony. Technology and AI can be powerful accelerators when aligned with national priorities and implemented well. Independent third-party research shows that students using ConveGenius’ PAL platform learn 2.3 times faster, helping bridge years of accumulated learning gaps. Being named a global finalist for the Global EdTech Prize 2026 is a tremendous honour. It validates a decade of conviction, execution, and partnership with state governments to create a level playing field for every child. About SwiftPAL by ConveGenius SwiftPAL is ConveGenius's personalised adaptive learning platform, built for learners of Bharat to support them with their journey towards their grade-level outcomes. SwiftPAL starts the journey with each learner at their present-day level, moving with them at their pace. We are all aware that ASER 2024 found that only 23.4% of Std III children in government schools can read a Std II-level text, even though 98% of children that age are enrolled in school. Globally, the World Bank and UNESCO describe this as "learning poverty", estimating that 70% of 10-year-olds in low- and middle-income countries cannot read and understand a simple text. This is the specific gap SwiftPAL has been built to close: the gap between being enrolled in school and actually learning at grade level. SwiftPAL works by first diagnosing what a learner actually knows, rather than what their textbook assumes they should know by now, using adaptive assessments that identify missed concepts and gaps from previous grades. Based on this diagnosis, it builds an individual learning path unique to each learner instead of assigning the same grade-level content to everyone. A learner who is lacking in understanding and application of a particular concept is given ample guided practice followed by opportunities to demonstrate their gained mastery. Students work through videos, practice questions, hints and retries on the devices inside school ICT labs, dedicating two class periods a week to catching up with their grade-level concepts via SwiftPal. This is how SwiftPAL supports learners demonstrating measurable learning gains and catching up with their grade-level concepts. An independent randomised controlled trial by the University of Chicago's Development Innovation Lab, led by Nobel laureate Dr Michael Kremer, tracked SwiftPAL across 120 schools in all 26 districts of Andhra Pradesh over 17 months. The study validated that students using SwiftPAL learned 2.3 times faster than expected, clocking in close to two additional years of learning. In Uttar Pradesh, under India's first outcomes-based financing model in public education, students using SwiftPAL outperformed peers by 16 to 54 percentage points across subjects, evaluated independently across 280 schools, covering 72,000 students. In Rajasthan, the programme has scaled from a 60-school pilot to more than 3,700 schools on government mandate. SwiftPAL now reaches over 4 million students across 15,000+ schools, in 22 Indian states and 145 districts, at a cost of USD 10–35 per student per year. The programme has been recognised with the CIPS Innovation Award 2025, named a Government of India GeM Top Seller in the Startup Category, and awarded Best Personalised and Adaptive Learning Solution at the 16th World Education Summit. About T4 Education We believe every child, everywhere, deserves a good education. We are building the world's largest community of teachers and schools to achieve this. Together. Our digital media platform provides opportunities for educators to network, collaborate, share good practices, and support each other's efforts to improve learning and school culture. We work to amplify teachers’ voices because the world we want to see will only be built by listening to those at the heart of education. What’s Next? rigorous criteria . The top 10 finalists for each of the three categories will be announced in September, with finalists invited to the World Schools Summit, where they will showcase their work before an expert panel comprising leading figures in the technology and education sectors, including investors and policymakers from around the world. The expert panel will narrow down the final 3 per category who will present their products and tools before educators at the World Schools Summit. Educators will vote by secret ballot to determine the winner of each category, and they will be announced live on stage at the culmination of the summit.
Rajasthan JET 2026 result OUT at jetskrau2026.com; download scorecard for JET, Pre-PG and PhD here
Rajasthan JET 2026 result: SKRAU has declared the Rajasthan JET, Pre-PG and PhD 2026 examination results on July 29. Candidates can now download their scorecards by logging into the official JET portal using their user ID. The results follow the release of the final answer key on July 21. The university will announce the counselling schedule separately for admissions to agriculture and allied programmes. Candidates are advised to verify their scorecards and keep them ready for counselling.
Hong Kong The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), in partnership with the Shangri-La Group, hosted eight senior MICE professionals from India on The Dragon Pulse, a five-day familiarisation trip held from 26-30 June 2026. The programme was designed to demonstrate Hong Kong as a MICE destination for the Indian market, bringing together the city's world class meetings and events infrastructure, venue diversity, and cultural experiences within a single corporate itinerary. HKTB hosts eight Indian MICE professionals on a five-day familiarisation trip, showcasing the city's event infrastructure and cultural depth for corporate travel programmes The visit coincided with the 2026 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, one of Asia's most significant annual sporting and cultural events. Participants were given VIP access to the races and harbourfront festivities, offering a direct example of how a major public event of international standing can be integrated into a corporate travel programme to deliver experiences that extend beyond conventional conference settings. This approach reflects a broader HKTB strategy of inviting business event visitors to participate in the city's landmark public events strengthening Hong Kong's overall appeal as a business events destination. Site inspections across the five days covered a cross-section of Hong Kong's most significant MICE properties. The Kowloon Shangri-La in Tsim Sha Tsui, a luxury waterfront hotel with comprehensive event facilities and direct harbour views, and the Kerry Hotel in Hung Hom Bay, a contemporary urban resort with flexible event spaces and acclaimed dining, were assessed against the practical requirements of Indian corporate groups. The itinerary also included a venue introduction and site inspection at the West Kowloon Cultural District, with a focus on M+, the museum of contemporary visual culture that anchors the precinct. In addition to its standing as a leading cultural institution, M+ offers world-class event spaces with harbour views, advanced facilities, and professional event services, positioning it as a venue of distinction for conferences, exhibitions, and large-scale corporate gatherings. West Kowloon Cultural District more broadly represents Hong Kong's flagship arts quarter and one of the world's largest cultural centres, increasingly recognised as a premier destination for business events that seek an environment of creative and cultural distinction. Beyond its venue infrastructure, the programme demonstrated the range of experiences available to corporate groups in Hong Kong. Participants took a speedboat tour through the UNESCO Global Geopark in Sai Kung, where they viewed dramatic volcanic rock formations, sea arches, and a rugged coastline. Just 30 minutes from the city centre, the excursion highlighted how Hong Kong's compact footprint combines a vibrant urban environment with landscapes of international natural heritage significance. Cultural engagement was a consistent thread throughout the itinerary. A hands-on dim sum making workshop at Maxim's Palace introduced participants to one of Hong Kong's most deeply rooted culinary traditions in a classic teahouse setting, while a cocktail workshop at Tell Camellia provided direct exposure to the city's internationally recognised mixology culture. Dinner at Rajasthan Rifles, the Anglo-Indian brasserie at The Peak, further illustrated the breadth of Hong Kong's dining landscape and its capacity to offer Indian visitors points of cultural familiarity alongside distinctly local experiences. The programme also encompassed the Peak Tram experience and Sky Terrace 428, the highest viewing platform in Hong Kong at 428 metres above sea level; an evening at the Sha Tin Racecourse with dinner at The Box Seat; an exclusive visit to Ocean Park Hong Kong including an encounter with the Giant Panda Twins; the “ Pixar Pals Spectacular ” and “ Momentous ” nighttime shows at Hong Kong Disneyland; an evening at Lan Kwai Fong; and a harbour cruise aboard the Oriental Pearl. Taken together, these experiences map a destination that holds equal relevance for the seasoned Hong Kong visitor and the first-time traveller, one where iconic landmarks, natural heritage, world-class dining and after-dark culture coexist within a compact, highly navigable city. " India continues to be one of Hong Kong's most strategically important MICE markets, and The Dragon Pulse was designed to reflect the full scope of what the city can offer Indian corporate groups today ," said Puneet Kumar, Director – South Asia, Hong Kong Tourism Board . " From VIP access to the 50th Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races to site inspections at some of the city's most exceptional venues, the programme demonstrated that Hong Kong's MICE proposition goes well beyond infrastructure. It is a destination where world-class event facilities, natural heritage, cultural traditions, and dining experiences of genuine distinction exist within a highly connected city. What The Dragon Pulse affirmed is that for Indian companies looking to deliver incentive and conference programmes that leave a lasting impression, Hong Kong remains one of the strongest choices in Asia ." Hong Kong offers a spectrum of venues suited to events of every scale. The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), a globally recognised facility, has recently received Gold Certification for MICE Venues from CrescentRating, an internationally recognised halal travel accreditation body, an acknowledgement of the standards it has established for Muslim exhibitors and delegates, and a consideration of growing relevance for Indian corporate groups. At the larger end of the scale, AsiaWorld-Expo is currently undergoing a Phase II expansion that will add more than 20,000 square metres of column-free space, directly responding to rising demand for large-scale, flexible exhibition and arena-style events and reinforcing Hong Kong's competitiveness for the world's biggest gatherings. Kai Tak Sports Park, the largest sports infrastructure project in Hong Kong's history, opened in March 2025. Its Main Stadium seats 50,000 and is designed to accommodate international sporting competitions, concerts, music festivals, exhibitions, and corporate gatherings within a fully integrated harbourfront precinct that also encompasses retail, dining, and open community spaces. Additionally, more than 20 new hotels have opened in Hong Kong over the past five years, expanding the city's capacity for small and medium-sized meetings and conventions and offering organisers a wider range of accommodation and meeting configurations. For the Indian MICE industry, the visit reinforced why Hong Kong continues to hold relevance as a destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions. With visa-free entry under the Pre-arrival Registration (PAR) arrangement for eligible Indian passport holders, direct flight connectivity, and an established ecosystem of hotels, venues, and experiences, it offers organisers the flexibility to build programmes that balance business objectives with memorable experiences. Rather than relying on any single attraction, Hong Kong's appeal lies in how these elements come together to create a well-rounded corporate itinerary. The Dragon Pulse – Hong Kong MICE Familiarisation Trip was organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board in partnership with the Shangri-La Group, from 26–30 June 2026. About Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is a government-subvented body tasked to market and promote Hong Kong as a travel destination worldwide and enhance visitors' experience once they arrive. These include making recommendations to the Government and other relevant bodies on the range and quality of visitor facilities. The HKTB's missions are to maximise the social and economic contribution made by tourism to the community of Hong Kong and to consolidate Hong Kong's position as a unique, world-class, and most desired destination.
Woman Found Murdered In Tirupati Lodge
The woman's body was found on the bedy in the lodge room. Police identified that she belonged to Rajasthan. She and her husband, belonging to Pali district in Rajasthan, have been earning a living selling plastic products. The Dhanaraj couple checked into the lodge on July 27. Then they went out on their work and returned only in the evening
39 Amarnath Yatris injured in Ganderbal bus accident
Ganderbal, July 28: Thirty-nine Amarnath Yatra pilgrims sustained injuries after a bus carrying devotees returning from the holy Amarnath Cave Shrine overturned and rolled down into a gorge at the S-Mode stretch of Hari Ganiwan in Gund area of central Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday morning, triggering a massive rescue and emergency medical operation involving police, security forces, civil administration and health authorities. The bus, bearing registration number AR11A-5655, wason its way towardsSrinagar after the pilgrimshadpaid obeisance at the holy cave shrine when the accident occurred at the sharp S-Mode stretch along the Srinagar-Sonamarg highway. Officials said the accident took place during the early hours of Tuesday, prompting an immediate response from Gund Police and various security agencies stationed along the Yatra route. Led by SHO Gund Rayees Ahmad, personnel from the ITBP, CRPF 118 Battalion, 2 Assam Rifles, 21 Rashtriya Rifles, Yatra Police and local volunteers rushed to the accident site and launched a large-scale rescue operation. Despite the difficult terrain, rescue teams evacuated all the injured pilgrims from the gorge and shifted them to nearby health facilities in the shortest possible time. As soon as information about the accident reached the health authorities, the emergency response system at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Kangan was activated. Hospital officials said 39 injured pilgrims were brought to SDH Kangan, where doctors, paramedics and other healthcare workers were already prepared to receive the victims. The Medical Superintendent of SDH Kangan reached the hospital at around 6:00 am and personally supervised the emergency response. All injured pilgrims underwent immediate medical examination, trauma assessment and stabilisation. After receiving emergency treatment, all 39 patients were referred to SKIMS Soura for specialised medical management and advanced care. Officials later confirmed that 39 pilgrims had sustained injuries in the accident and were undergoing treatment at SKIMS. Soon after the accident, the district administration and senior civil and police officers closely monitored the rescue and medical response. Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal and Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal remained in constant touch with field officers and health authorities to ensure smooth evacuation of the injured and uninterrupted medical care. Senior officials coordinated ambulance movement, referrals and hospital arrangements to prevent any delay in treatment. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha immediately reviewed the situation after the accident. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said he spoke with the Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal and health officials regarding the condition of the injured pilgrims. He said 39 devotees returning after the darshan of Baba Barfani sustained injuries and were undergoing treatment at SKIMS. The LG directed health authorities to provide every possible assistance and ensure the bestavailable medical care tothe injured devotees. I pray to Lord Shiva for the speedy recovery of the injured pilgrims, he said. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed deep concern over the accident and directed the Health Department to ensure the best possible treatment for all injured pilgrims. The CMdeputed Health Minister Sakina Itoo to visit SKIMS Soura and personally oversee thetreatment of the injured. Later in the day, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited SKIMS Soura to enquire about the condition of the injured pilgrims. He was accompanied by Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar; senior police officials; Medical Superintendent SDH Kangan; Chief Medical Officer and other senior civil and police officers. SKIMS Director Dr Ashraf Ganie was also present there along with the hospital staff. They interacted with doctors treating the injured and reviewed the medical arrangements made for the pilgrims. MLA Kangan also visited SKIMS Soura, met the injured pilgrims and enquired about their health and well-being. The legislator also interacted with doctors and hospital authorities regarding their treatment and wished the injured a speedy recovery. Officials identified the injured pilgrims as: Mukesh Singh (Ajmer, Rajasthan), Rizwan (Delhi), Mukesh Gowala (Madhya Pradesh), Chanda Kanta (Madhya Pradesh), Ishwar Lal Prajapati (Madhya Pradesh), Changan Lal (Madhya Pradesh), Hari Prakash (Madhya Pradesh), Mira Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Devinder Lal Rathore (Madhya Pradesh), Prahlad Pawar (Madhya Pradesh), Kishore (Madhya Pradesh), Gayanthi (Madhya Pradesh), Surender Rathore (Rajasthan), Shikha (Rajasthan) ,Chanda (Rajasthan) Govind Raja Rathore (Rajasthan), Hema Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Indra Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Yashoda Pawar (Madhya Pradesh), Sama Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Sita Bai (Rajasthan), Kanaka Lal (Madhya Pradesh), Lakshmi Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Kishwas Rathore (Madhya Pradesh), Sangeeta Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Salagram Rathore (Madhya Pradesh), Monika (Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh), Peram Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Hari Prakash Patidar (Madhya Pradesh), Sampat Bai (Madhya Pradesh), Parvati (Madhya Pradesh) Officials said the remaining injured pilgrims were also receiving treatment and their details would be updated after verification. Authorities said the timely rescue operation by security forces, police, local residents and emergency responders, followed by the swift medical response at SDH Kangan and SKIMS Soura, played a crucial role in preventing the tragedy from becoming more severe. The administration said it continues to monitor the health of the injured pilgrims and has directed all concerned departments to provide every possible assistance until their full recovery.
FUTURECRAFT On 2 August, the transparency provisions of the European Unions AI Act take effect. AI systems will have to tell users they are talking to a machine, and generated content will have to carry machine-readable marks so that it can be detected. Brussels is arriving at a position New Delhi took five months ago. India got there first and went considerably further. The Information Technology Amendment Rules, notified on 10 February and in force from 20 February, created what lawyers have described as the worlds first binding provenance mandate for synthetic media. Synthetic content must carry a visible label and metadata that persists, and flagged unlawful content must come down within three hours or the platform risks its safe harbour protection under Section 79. The stated purpose is deepfake control. The architecture does something wider. India has built a system that writes a durable record of origin into media at national scale, and it binds the people who use compliant tools while leaving everyone else outside it. A filter checks content. A register checks authorship. A detection filter asks whether a video is fake and acts on the answer. A provenance system asks where a file came from and writes that answer into the file, so the record travels with the content. The 2026 amendment does the second thing. Intermediaries must embed metadata identifying synthetic material and verify what users declare about their uploads, rejecting the upload outright where the declaration is missing or false. That moves platforms from answering complaints to checking at the door. The Internet Freedom Foundation has noted that the rules name no accepted watermarking standard and no approved detection model. That gap is the design surface. Whoever ends up setting the standard decides what can be published. It binds the compliant and misses the adversary In January, a group of AI practitioners told MeitY the framework would not work on its own terms. The objection was technical, not political. Content produced by an open-source model running on someones own machine carries no provenance data at all. Content that is re-encoded or screen-recorded loses whatever provenance it started with. The outcome follows from that. An editor in Srinagar using a licensed tool leaves a trace. An operator running a local model outside Indian jurisdiction leaves none. This is where the sovereignty framing stops holding. India has argued for years, with reason, that critical digital infrastructure should sit under Indian law. A provenance mandate looks like the same argument applied to content. It is not. Jurisdiction over a data centre gives the state control of an asset. Jurisdiction over content metadata gives it a record of the citizens who complied. A provenance mandate is only as good as the people who obey it. The operator running a model on a laptop was never inside the system to begin with. Three hours is where the policy actually lives Labelling drew the headlines. The clock changes behaviour. An intermediary must act within three hours of actual knowledge, which arrives either by court order or by a reasoned intimation from an authorised government officer, with police intimations restricted to officers of Deputy Inspector General rank and above. Three hours is not long enough to assess a case. It is long enough to delete. Constitutional lawyers writing after the notification argued that compressed timelines combined with the risk of losing safe harbour push platforms to remove anything ambiguous, since verification costs more than compliance. Satire and political criticism are ambiguous by construction. The burden falls unevenly, and Jammu and Kashmir carries the most of it. Access Now counted 65 internet shutdowns in India in 2025 across twelve states and union territories. The tracker maintained by SFLC.in puts Jammu and Kashmir at roughly 449 shutdowns since 2012, against 115 in Rajasthan and 62 in Manipur. A region already subject to the heaviest use of connectivity orders now gains a second mechanism that works on individual posts rather than whole networks, and needs no suspension order at all. What the counter-argument gets right The harm is not invented. Indias internet population went from around 250 million to more than a billion in under a decade, faster than digital literacy could follow. Digital arrest scams have taken real money from people least equipped to spot them, and the Delhi and Bombay High Courts have worked through a run of personality rights cases involving synthetic impersonation. MeitY also narrowed the rules between the October 2025 draft and the February notification. The draft reached anything algorithmically created or altered. The final text limits synthetically generated information to audio and visual material likely to be taken as indistinguishable from a real person or a real event. That was a genuine concession, made in response to consultation. The stronger version of the criticism is not that the rules were written in bad faith. It is that a provenance layer built for fraud becomes available for other purposes the moment it exists, and nothing in the text confines it to the original one. Bottom Line Meta moved the other way in 2024, shifting from removing manipulated media to labelling it, on the reasoning that transparency costs less speech than takedown. Europe codifies a version of the same instinct on 2 August. India has taken the same underlying technology and wired it to a three-hour clock and the loss of safe harbour. The label reads the same in all three places. The instrument does not. In Europe, provenance data tells a reader what they are looking at. In India it also tells the state who made it, on a network where the state already switches connectivity off more often than any other democracy. That is not a case against labelling synthetic media, which India has good reason to do. It is a case for naming the second system that arrived with it, and for settling who writes the standard before the standard settles itself. (The author studies Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)
Rajasthan Police Arrest 744 Hardcore Criminals in First Week of Statewide Special Drive
JAIPUR, July 28: Rajasthan Police has arrested 744 hardcore criminals and taken legal action against 1,715 identified offenders during the first week of its month-long statewide special campaign launched under the state governments zero-tolerance policy against crime. The special drive, being conducted from July 20 to August 20, 2026, is being carried out under the ... Read more Rajasthan Police Arrest 744 Hardcore Criminals in First Week of Statewide Special Drive
Weather Tomorrow, July 29: A deep depression is forecast to bring widespread heavy rainfall across India on Wednesday. This system will move inland from eastern India, influencing central and eastern regions significantly. Central India, including Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, expects extremely heavy rainfall in isolated areas. Northern states like Delhi and Rajasthan will also experience widespread showers and thunderstorms. Fishermen are warned against venturing into the northwest Bay of Bengal due to rough seas.
Rajasthan Government Committed to Empowering Youth, Says Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma
Jaipur, July 28: Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma emphasized that the Rajasthan government stands firmly with the youth in fulfilling their dreams, whether in education, sports, or employment and self-employment. He stated that the states double-engine government is creating a better future for the youth through decisive actions against paper leaks, record government recruitment, promoting startups, ... Read more Rajasthan Government Committed to Empowering Youth, Says Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma
Opposition Displaying Selective Outrage over Exam Paper Leaks: Bansuri Swaraj
She also cited recruitment examination controversies in Rajasthan under the Congress, the teacher recruitment scam in West Bengal under the TMC, alleged irregularities in police recruitment in Uttar Pradesh under the Samajwadi Party, examination leaks in Telangana under the BRS, and the pharmacy officer recruitment examination in Punjab this year
Rajasthans tiger population at 149, Ranthambore houses 50 pc
Jaipur: Rajasthans tiger population has increased to 149 across its five tiger reserves, with Ranthambore housing 72 of them, officials said on the eve of International Tiger Day. The combined population of tigers, tigresses and cubs in the Ranthambore, Sariska, Dholpur-Karauli, Mukundara Hills and Ramgarh Vishdhari tiger reserves has risen to 149 this year from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajasthan's tiger population rises to 149, Ranthambore houses nearly 50 pc of them
Rajasthan's tiger population has increased to 149 across five reserves this year. Ranthambore houses the largest population, with 72 tigers, tigresses, and cubs. This growth signifies healthier forests and a thriving tiger ecosystem in the state. Experts note challenges in managing the expanding tiger population within reserves. Conservation efforts, including habitat management, are crucial for future tiger survival.
Ashok Gehlots Tenure Witnessed 19 Paper Leaks, Why Was Rahul Gandhi Silent? Avinash Gehlot Questions
Jaipur, July 28: Rajasthan Cabinet Minister Avinash Gehlot has launched a verbal attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi regarding the issue of paper leaks. He accused the Congress party of failing to take responsibility for the paper leak incidents that occurred during their governance. Gehlot claimed that under Ashok Gehlots administration, there were 19 instances ... Read more Ashok Gehlots Tenure Witnessed 19 Paper Leaks, Why Was Rahul Gandhi Silent? Avinash Gehlot Questions
RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Answer Key 2026 released, objection window opens from July 29
Rajasthan Public Service Commission has released the provisional RPSC 2nd Grade Teacher Answer Key 2026 for the Senior Teacher (Secondary Education Department) Competitive Examination-2025. Candidates who appeared in the exam held from July 12 to July 18 can download subject-wise answer key PDFs from the official website. The objection window will remain open from July 29 to July 31. The commission will review objections before releasing the final answer key.
CJP Accuses Rajasthan Police of Harassing Students Involved in NEET Protest, Warns of New Movement
Jaipur, July 28: The Cockroach Peoples Party (CJP) has accused the Rajasthan police of harassing students who participated in protests against the NEET paper leak. The party claims that despite an agreement to withdraw cases, police officers continue to visit students homes and summon them via phone. The organization has issued a warning that if ... Read more CJP Accuses Rajasthan Police of Harassing Students Involved in NEET Protest, Warns of New Movement
The artistes new song O Ri Sakhi is inspired by the Kashmiri Chakri style folk music and Rajasthani wedding festivities.
