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8 killed, 26 injured after bus rams into stationary truck in Gujarats Vadodara

Tragedy struck Vadodara early Wednesday as a speeding luxury bus collided with a parked truck, claiming eight lives, including the driver. The Rajasthan-bound bus crashed near Kotambi village, leaving 26 injured. Rescue teams worked to free trapped passengers, with the injured rushed to hospitals. The truck driver has been apprehended.

The Times of India 17 Jun 2026 9:41 pm

Area under cotton shrinks in North India as farmers eye paddy

The total cotton acreage across the country was 9.53 lh as of June 12, down 28% from 13.19 lh a year ago, with planting going on in parts of Karnataka, Gujarat and Rajasthan among others

The Hindu Businessline 17 Jun 2026 6:27 pm

BJP Lawmaker Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Visit to Kota Ahead of NEET Exam

Jaipur, June 17: BJP legislator Gopal Sharma has raised concerns over Congress leader Rahul Gandhis upcoming visit to Kota, Rajasthan, calling it unfortunate. In a press interaction on Wednesday, Sharma questioned Gandhis timing, noting that the NEET exam is scheduled for June 21. What message does Rahul Gandhi intend to convey by visiting Kota at ... Read more BJP Lawmaker Criticizes Rahul Gandhis Visit to Kota Ahead of NEET Exam

Morningstar 17 Jun 2026 5:44 pm

Rajasthan man accused of mixing meat in sugarcane juice, assaulted

Rajasthan: A Muslim man was assaulted by Hindutva workers in Rajasthans Bharatpur district after he was accused of allegedly mixing meat chunks in a sugarcane juice sold in his shop. A video circulating on social media shows a crowd gathered outside the shop, raising religious slogans. The shopkeeper denied the allegations and claimed he is 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 .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jun 2026 5:43 pm

Western disturbances keep North-West India wet as monsoon falters

The north-west has recorded 5% above normal rainfall so far this season; within the region, West Rajasthan has posted a surplus of 20%, while East Rajasthan leads with an impressive 80%

The Hindu Businessline 17 Jun 2026 4:47 pm

Scorching Rajasthan heat. But a 71-year-old hero has been helping travellers daily for 20 years for free

In Rajasthan's harsh summer, Thana Ram offers free drinking water to travelers. For 21 years, he has provided this vital service to pedestrians, truckers, and tourists. His selfless act, documented in a viral video, highlights his deep humanity. Ram's dedication ensures relief for many enduring the heat and long journeys. He is celebrated as a true hero.

The Economic Times 17 Jun 2026 3:42 pm

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Approves Key Decisions to Strengthen Mining, Judicial Infrastructure, and Disaster Management

Jaipur, June 17: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has approved several significant decisions aimed at enhancing the states mining sector, judicial infrastructure, and disaster preparedness. He has also instructed officials to implement these decisions within the stipulated time frame. According to an official statement from the Chief Ministers office, these decisions are expected to boost ... Read more Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Approves Key Decisions to Strengthen Mining, Judicial Infrastructure, and Disaster Management

Morningstar 17 Jun 2026 12:20 pm

6 dead, 20 injured as bus rams parked truck on Vadodara highway

Tragedy struck Vadodara early Wednesday as a speeding private bus collided with a parked truck, claiming six lives and injuring approximately twenty passengers. The devastating crash occurred near Kotambi village on the Vadodara-Halol highway around 4 am. The bus, en route from Rajasthan to Surat, suffered extensive damage, prompting NDRF assistance for rescue operations. Investigations are ongoing.

The Times of India 17 Jun 2026 11:50 am

NCR to get 4 greenfield 'Namo' Cities in next 5 years

Four new 'Namo Cities' will be built across Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. These cities will receive Rs 5,000 crore in central aid over five years. The National Capital Region's area will remain unchanged. These developments aim to accommodate a projected population increase to 15 crore in 15 years. The plan focuses on balanced urban growth and improved infrastructure.

The Times of India 17 Jun 2026 11:43 am

Congress Launches Nationwide Students Voice Movement Led by Rahul Gandhi in Kota

New Delhi, June 17: Under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi, the opposition leader in the Lok Sabha, the Congress party will kick off its nationwide Students Voice movement from Kota, Rajasthan, on Wednesday. This initiative will focus on issues such as paper leaks, irregularities in examinations, and rising unemployment. A Congress leader stated on Tuesday ... Read more Congress Launches Nationwide Students Voice Movement Led by Rahul Gandhi in Kota

Morningstar 17 Jun 2026 11:04 am

Tragic Bus Collision on Vadodara-Halol Highway Claims Six Lives

Vadodara, June 17: A tragic road accident on the Vadodara-Halol Highway early Wednesday morning has resulted in the deaths of six individuals, with 26 others injured. The incident occurred around 4 AM near Kotambi Stadium, close to the village of Kotambi, when a luxury bus traveling from Rajasthan to Surat collided with a truck parked ... Read more Tragic Bus Collision on Vadodara-Halol Highway Claims Six Lives

Morningstar 17 Jun 2026 10:44 am

Raj: Exam cancelled after answer keys distributed instead of question papers

A major administrative lapse was reported at the Rajasthan University during the MA Sociology second-semester examination, after students were allegedly given answer keys instead of question papers. The incident on Tuesday, June 16, triggered confusion and outrage at the examination centre, with students claiming they were shocked to find answers printed on the sheets meant 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 .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jun 2026 8:05 am

Rahul Gandhi to launch nationwide agitation against paper leaks

New Delhi: The Congress, led by Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, will launch its nationwide Chhatron Ki Goonj agitation from Rajasthans Kota on Wednesday, June 17, targeting paper leaks, examination irregularities, and rising unemployment. The campaign will also focus on other issues affecting Indias youth and recruitment-related concerns, a party leader 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 .

The Siasat Daily 17 Jun 2026 7:43 am

Transforming desert livelihoods in Rajasthan; Cosentus India centre: A pillar of growth

Aakriti Srivastava's Bahula Naturals works with over 4,000 pastoralist households in Rajasthan, turning camel milk and desert produce into premium food products while ensuring women are at the centre of the value chain. Meanwhile, revenue cycle management company Cosentus is betting on India.

Your Story 17 Jun 2026 7:30 am

Four Namo cities, three pollution zones part of 2041 blueprint for NCR

NCR Planning Board to provide 5,000-cr. incentive to support 4 new cities, one each in Delhi, Haryana, U.P. and Rajasthan, along RRTS corridors to house growing population of the region; other States must work to ease pressure from Delhi: CM

The Hindu 17 Jun 2026 1:28 am

Additional Water for Delhi and Rajasthan: Agreement on Kishau Project Reached

New Delhi, June 16: A significant meeting chaired by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah took place on Tuesday in New Delhi. The meeting focused on the long-pending Kishau Multi-Purpose Dam Project aimed at rejuvenating the Yamuna River. Following Amit Shahs initiative, the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan ... Read more Additional Water for Delhi and Rajasthan: Agreement on Kishau Project Reached

Morningstar 16 Jun 2026 11:14 pm

Rajasthans Pachpadra Refinery Set to Begin Fuel Production, PM Modi to Inaugurate on July 4

Jaipur, June 16: The highly anticipated Pachpadra Refinery, located in Barmer district of Rajasthan, is expected to commence petrol and diesel production by the end of this month. According to official sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the refinery on July 4. The refinerys launch has faced multiple delays this year. Originally ... Read more Rajasthans Pachpadra Refinery Set to Begin Fuel Production, PM Modi to Inaugurate on July 4

Morningstar 16 Jun 2026 7:09 pm

3 Children Killed After Water Tank Wall Collapses In Rajasthan

Three others suffer serious injuries after the accident at an under-construction factory in Bhiwadi.

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jun 2026 5:31 pm

Pre-Monsoon Rains Break Three-Year Record in Chittorgarh

Jaipur, June 16: Pre-monsoon rains in Chittorgarh district have shattered records ahead of the official arrival of the southwest monsoon in Rajasthan. In the first 15 days of June, the district received 88 mm of rainfall, surpassing the levels recorded during the same period over the past three years. After a scorching heatwave during the ... Read more Pre-Monsoon Rains Break Three-Year Record in Chittorgarh

Morningstar 16 Jun 2026 2:05 pm

Tragic Suicide of NEET Aspirant in Rajasthan Highlights Mental Health Crisis Among Students

Jaipur, June 16: In a tragic incident just before Congress leader Rahul Gandhis visit to Kota on June 17, a 22-year-old NEET aspirant was found dead in Sikar, Rajasthan. This event has brought attention to the growing mental health crisis among students preparing for competitive exams. Umesh Mali, who was preparing for the NEET exam ... Read more Tragic Suicide of NEET Aspirant in Rajasthan Highlights Mental Health Crisis Among Students

Morningstar 16 Jun 2026 11:54 am

Ashok Sharma Replaces Injured Yudhvir Singh In India A Squad For 50-over Tri-series

The BCCI Medical Team: Pacer Ashok Sharma has replaced injured Yudhvir Singh in the India A squad that is currently playing the 50over triseries against Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A in Dambulla. The Mens Selection Committee has named Ashok Sharma as a replacement for Yudhvir Singh in the India A squad for the ongoing tri-series in Sri Lanka. Yudhvir reported discomfort in his right shoulder while bowling on 13th June and also experienced similar pain earlier during a fielding session on 11th June, the BCCI said in a statement. The BCCI Medical Team, after consultation with a specialist, recommended that Yudhvir undergo a graduated rehabilitation programme under the supervision of the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) to achieve a full recovery from the right rotator cuff injury, the statement added. Ashok made a noticeable impact in IPL 2026 with his fast bowling, taking six wickets over six matches for the Gujarat Titans, who finished as runners-up. He first gained attention in the 2025/26 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he was the top wicket-taker with 22 wickets in ten games. This development follows Ashok's confirmed switch from Rajasthan to Gujarat for the upcoming domestic season. He is the second player after India leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi to transfer from Rajasthan to Gujarat in domestic cricket. Ashok will be playing domestic cricket from Gujarat and has got the NOC. That's really good for the teams set-up, considering he has been in good form and even clocked a 154.2 kmph delivery in IPL 2026, sources told IANS. This development follows Ashok's confirmed switch from Rajasthan to Gujarat for the upcoming domestic season. He is the second player after India leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi to transfer from Rajasthan to Gujarat in domestic cricket. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Updated India A squad for tri-series: Tilak Varma (Captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad (vice-captain), Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ayush Badoni, Nishant Sindhu, Suryansh Shedge, Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Kumar Kushagra (WK), Vipraj Nigam, Yash Thakur, Anshul Kamboj, Arshad Khan, Anukul Roy, Ashok Sharma Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 16 Jun 2026 11:20 am

Cyber Fraud Case Solved: Three Arrested in Rajasthan for 99,000 Scam

New Delhi, June 16: The police at the Okhla Industrial Area have cracked a cyber fraud case under Operation Pre-Cyhawk. The case involved an unauthorized transfer of 99,000, leading to the swift arrest of three suspects from Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. Anup Halder, a resident of Okhla Phase-1, reported to the police that he received an unknown ... Read more Cyber Fraud Case Solved: Three Arrested in Rajasthan for 99,000 Scam

Morningstar 16 Jun 2026 9:14 am

Protests Erupt Against Proposed Name Change of Islamgarh in Rajasthan

Jaipur, June 16: Former Rajasthan minister Rajendra Gudha collapsed outside the Jhunjhunu collectorate on Monday. He was leading a 22-kilometer march against the proposal to rename Islamgarh village. The intense heat caused him to suffer from heat exhaustion. Despite his deteriorating health, he refused medical treatment or a hospital visit. The protest march began in ... Read more Protests Erupt Against Proposed Name Change of Islamgarh in Rajasthan

Morningstar 16 Jun 2026 12:10 am

Video: Massive dust storm engulfs Rajasthan`s Churu

According to reports, the dust storm lasted for approximately 30 minutes and significantly disrupted normal life. Residents were forced to seek shelter as powerful gusts of wind swept through the city

Mid Day 15 Jun 2026 9:57 pm

Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Village Development Officer for Bribery

Jaipur, June 15: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a Village Development Officer (VDO) in Bundi for accepting a bribe of 50,000. This operation was conducted on Monday under the directives of ACB headquarters. According to ACB Director General Govind Gupta, the accused, Mukesh Kumar, is a resident of Jaisthal village in the Gendoli police ... Read more Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau Arrests Village Development Officer for Bribery

Morningstar 15 Jun 2026 9:35 pm

Re-NEET paper leaked? NTA denies, Ahmedabad Police arrest three

Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad Police have arrested three persons in separate cases for allegedly offering the question paper of Re-NEET and hacking the accounts of NEET candidates to misappropriate their exam fee refunds, officials said on Monday, June 15. Two persons were arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, for allegedly duping students by promising to provide the question paper 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 .

The Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 8:14 pm

Major Drug Bust in Jaipur: 2,046 Kilograms of Poppy Husk Seized, One Arrested

Jaipur, June 15: The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) of Rajasthan has made a significant drug bust, seizing 2,046.850 kilograms of poppy husk from a container truck. One suspect has been arrested in connection with this case. The CNBs Chittorgarh-2 and Kota joint team received intelligence about a large-scale smuggling operation involving poppy husk from the ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Jaipur: 2,046 Kilograms of Poppy Husk Seized, One Arrested

Morningstar 15 Jun 2026 8:05 pm

Video: CJP founder Abhijit Dipke slapped in Rajasthan

Rajasthan: Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijit Dipke was slapped multiple times by unknown people during a peaceful protest in Rajasthans capital city, Jaipur, on Monday, June 15. The CJP held a peaceful protest at Shaheed Smarak demanding the immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on the recent irregularities in NEET UG 2026 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 .

The Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 6:47 pm

Kansai Nerolac Paints Puts Heat on Camera

What if a paint brand stopped telling you it works and simply showed you... in infrared? That is the idea behind the new Digital Video Campaign (DVC) by Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited, one of the leading Indian paint companies, for its advanced heat reflective coating - Nerolac Perma NoHeat . Produced by creative and content agency BUZZINga for Kansai Nerolac Paints, the campaign used the only thermal imaging camera available in India to showcase the functionality of Perma NoHeat, demonstrating a 15°C surface temperature reduction visible to the naked eye.   Kansai Nerolac Paints puts heat on camera   The DVC puts Nerolac Perma NoHeat through a real test and let the thermal camera render the verdict. Filmed in Rajasthan, the experiment captures surface temperatures on treated and untreated surfaces using a thermal vision camera. The resulting footage, rendered in heat spectrum colour, transforms what would otherwise be an invisible physical phenomenon into something consumers can process in seconds. The resulting visual contrast clearly demonstrates the coating's ability to reduce surface temperatures under real-world conditions. The use of thermal imaging in this DVC marks a notable departure from conventional category communication in Indian paints. By making that readout the centrepiece of the film, BUZZINga and Kansai Nerolac Paints have effectively converted an abstract product specification into a visible, real time proof point.   Can a paint really reduce heat? | Kansai Nerolac Perma No Heat Experiment   www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHrWCqu9FLQ   Ramkrishna Naik, Chief Marketing Officer, Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited said, “With Nerolac Perma NoHeat, we have always known that the product’s strongest advocate is its own performance. Our objective with this campaign was to close the gap between what we claim and what the consumer can independently verify. It was not built on storytelling alone, but on evidence. We believe that in a market where trust and performance accountability are becoming central to purchase decisions, this approach sets a new benchmark for how paint brands can communicate product efficacy.”   “The brief was simple: help consumers understand that a paint can actually help reduce heat. We felt the answer wasn't in explaining the science better, but in making it visible. That thinking led us to conceive and execute a film built around thermal imaging technology and a real-world experiment. At BUZZINga, we're always looking for new ways to make brand stories more tangible, and this approach allowed us to turn an invisible benefit into something consumers could instantly see and understand. In doing so, we helped create what we believe is a first-of-its-kind use of thermal imaging in the Indian paint category to showcase actual product performance,” Kritika Beri, Co-Founder, BUZZINga added.   Designed for exterior walls, terraces, and rooftop surfaces, Nerolac Perma NoHeat functions as a passive cooling intervention, requiring no power or upkeep. It is engineered for the specific challenges of the Indian subcontinent, through specialised pigments designed to reflect solar radiation and reduce heat absorption.   About Kansai Nerolac Paints Ltd. www.nerolac.com .   About BUZZINga Buzzinga is a creative and content agency focused on building meaningful brand stories. The agency has worked closely with Kansai Nerolac on a range of campaigns, delivering creative solutions across digital content, influencer collaborations and brand communication initiatives.

News Voir 15 Jun 2026 4:20 pm

NEET UG Paper leak case: Court permits CBI to interrogate 3 accused in judicial custody

New Delhi , June 15 : The Rouse Avenue court allowed an application of the CBI seeking permission to examine accused Manisha Waghmare, Shubham Khairnar and Dhananjay Lokhande in jail on June 17 till June 19 in connection with the alleged NEET-UG Paper leak case. Vacation Judge Surendra Mohit Singh allowed the application and granted permission to interrogate Manisha Waghmare, Dhanajay Lokhande and Shuabham Khairnar for one hour. Meanwhile, the court extended Judicial custody of Accused Mangilal Biwal, Vikas Biwal, Dinesh Biwal, Dhananjay Lokhande, Shubham Khairnar, Dr. Manoj Shirure, Tejas Harshad Kumar, Manisha Waghmare, and Manisa Hawaldar till June 29. All Accused persons were produced through video conferencing from Tihar Jail. Senior Public Prosecutor VK Pathak alongwith Investigation Officer BP Raju, appeared for the CBI. The CBI moved the applications for extension of judicial custody and interrogation in judicial custody of three accused. The CBI submitted that some new facts have surfaced in the statment of some witnesses that need to be verified from these three accused persons. An FIR was registered on May 12 on the complaint filed by a government official under sections of the BNS, the Prevention of Corruption Act, and offences of using unfair means in exams, etc. It is alleged by the CBI that Mangilal Biwal contacted Shubham Khairnar to obtain the NEET question for Vikas Biwal. Question papers have been recovered from the mobile phone of Mangilal Biwal. Mangilal received the leaked NEET UG Paper from Yash Yadav for a deal of Rs 10 lakh. During interrogation, Mangilal's son Vikas Biwal said that he came in contact with Yash Yadav during the coaching in Sikar, Rajasthan. It is alleged that Mangilal Biwal contacted Shubham Khairnar for a question paper for his son Vikas Biwal. Thereafter, the larger chain was created with other Accused persons It is also alleged that Shubham first leaked the paper to Yash, then Yash to Mangilal, to Vikas, to Dinesh Biwal. It is also alleged that Mangi Lal further sold the leaked paper to various candidates for Rs 12 lakh. The court dismissed the bail application of Manisha Waghmare on June 9. The interim bail application of Yash Yadav is pending for hearing on June 16. He is seeking interim bail to appear in the NEET UG Exam scheduled on June 21 and to attend his sister's wedding. (ANI)

RisingKashmir 15 Jun 2026 2:55 pm

Cyber Fraud in Ahmedabad: Over 1,000 Students Duped in NEET Exam Scam

Ahmedabad, June 15: The Cyber Crime Branch of Ahmedabad police has uncovered a significant cyber fraud ring, arresting two suspects from Rajasthan. The duo allegedly deceived over 1,000 students and their parents out of millions of rupees by promising access to NEET exam question papers through Telegram and social media. A case has been registered ... Read more Cyber Fraud in Ahmedabad: Over 1,000 Students Duped in NEET Exam Scam

Morningstar 15 Jun 2026 2:54 pm

Monsoon progress held back by dry westerlies as west coast eyes rain revival

A positive development is establishment of crucial seasonal trough from west Rajasthan to the plains of West Bengal offering a key pathway for monsoon easterlies

The Hindu Businessline 15 Jun 2026 11:14 am

Body of Martyr Khemaram Kumawat to Arrive in Hometown Amidst Pride and Grief

Jaipur, June 15: The body of martyr Khemaram Kumawat, who lost his life in the AN-32 plane crash in Jorhat, Assam, will arrive in his ancestral village on Monday. The final rites will take place in Panchota village, located in the Nawa sub-district of Rajasthans Dausa district. His sacrifice has cast a shadow of sorrow ... Read more Body of Martyr Khemaram Kumawat to Arrive in Hometown Amidst Pride and Grief

Morningstar 15 Jun 2026 10:20 am

Study Reveals Sloth Bears Are Helping Create Future Forests

UDAIPUR, June 15 (Dr. Kamlesh Sharma): A significant scientific study conducted in Rajasthans Kumbhalgarh and Todgarh-Raoli Wildlife Sanctuaries has revealed an important ecological role of sloth bears. According to the research published in the international scientific journal Biotropica, sloth bears act as natural gardeners of forests and play a crucial role in forest regeneration as ... Read more Study Reveals Sloth Bears Are Helping Create Future Forests

Udaipur Kiran 15 Jun 2026 8:26 am

JKAACL, NZCC organise Sanskritik YatraSindhu Darshan Festival at Jammu

Jammu, Jun 14: The J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), in collaboration with the North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC), Patiala, today organised the Sanskritik YatraSindhu Darshan Festival at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu. MLA Jammu West Arvind Gupta graced the occasion as Chief Guest. The festival showcased the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India through folk performances by artists from different states of the country. Welcoming the guests and artists, Assistant Director NZCC Patiala Ravinder Sharma stressed the role of such festivals in strengthening national unity through cultural exchange. Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Arvind Gupta lauded the initiative and urged that such programmes reach the maximum number of people, especially the younger generation. Additional Secretary JKAACL Sonali Arun Gupta presented the vote of thanks. The programme featured folk performances from eight states: Lairuhba from Manipur, Dandia Raas from Gujarat, Gondhal from Maharashtra, Dogri folk dance from Jammu & Kashmir, Goti Pua from Odisha, Kalbelia from Rajasthan and Bhangra from Punjab, drawing an enthusiastic response from art lovers, students and cultural enthusiasts. Renowned folk and Sufi singer Manak Ali also performed. Compere Sanjeev Shad conducted the proceedings The Sanskritik YatraSindhu Darshan Festival will continue tomorrow, with the same programme being presented at DPL Ground, Ramban, at 3:00 p.m., offering audiences another opportunity.

RisingKashmir 15 Jun 2026 7:56 am

Bengaluru cops go to Jaipur to make arrest, get caught for bribe

Bengaluru: In an embarrassing development for the Bengaluru Police, three personnel attached to the HAL Police Station have reportedly been caught by the Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) while on an official visit to Jaipur to arrest an accused in a dowry harassment case. The officials identified as PSI Anita, Head Constable Uluvappa and Constable Yatish 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 .

The Siasat Daily 14 Jun 2026 7:21 pm

Where to put your green money: AP, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan stand out in Indias energy transition

IEEFAs latest study ranks states on their readiness to attract renewable energy capital and support the electricity transition

The Hindu Businessline 14 Jun 2026 3:24 pm

Major Anti-Corruption Operation in Jaipur: Three Bengaluru Police Officers Arrested for Bribery

Jaipur, June 14: The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has uncovered a shocking case in Jaipur. ACB officials apprehended three police officers from Bengaluru while they were accepting bribes. The arrested officers include Sub-Inspector Anita, Head Constable Yatish Kumar, and Head Constable Utpappa. They had traveled to Jaipur in connection with an investigation into a dowry ... Read more Major Anti-Corruption Operation in Jaipur: Three Bengaluru Police Officers Arrested for Bribery

Morningstar 14 Jun 2026 2:19 pm

Rajasthan: 20 injured as UP roadways bus rams truck on Agra bypass in Dausa

According to officials, the accident occurred around 4:30 AM. Most passengers were fast asleep at the time. Eyewitnesses stated that there was a sudden, loud crash as the bus rammed into the truck ahead

Mid Day 14 Jun 2026 12:51 pm

Leaders Urge Voluntary Blood Donation on World Blood Donor Day

New Delhi, June 14: On the occasion of World Blood Donor Day, Chief Ministers and leaders from various states, including Delhi and Rajasthan, have called for increased voluntary blood donation. Through a post on the social media platform X, they described blood donation as a great donation and urged citizens to commit to regular blood ... Read more Leaders Urge Voluntary Blood Donation on World Blood Donor Day

Morningstar 14 Jun 2026 7:34 am

Notified but dormant: What a new RTI-based report reveals about the state of Indias Anti-Human Trafficking Units

ON MAY 20, 2026, Sanjog , a social impact organisation that works on anti-human trafficking, published an Anti-Human Trafficking Unit Watch Report tracing the functionality of Anti-Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs) across all Indian states and Union Territories (UTs) between 2010 and 2025 across three phases. The report draws primarily on information received from states and UTs through RTI applications, along with inputs from lawyers, civil society organisations, and survivor testimonies. Anti-Human Trafficking Units were envisioned by the Ministry of Home Affairs as specialised units charged with preventing trafficking, conducting rescues, investigating cases, prosecuting traffickers, and aiding the rehabilitation of survivors. Their composition envisages trained law enforcement personnel working in structured coordination with Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), District Child Protection Units (DCPUs), legal aid authorities, and shelters. The report which opens with National Crime Records Bureaus (NCRB) Crime in India report reflects a rising trend in human trafficking up to 2016, when reported cases peaked at 8,132, followed by a subsequent decline. This decline, however, must be read against a troubling backdrop. The Supreme Court, while hearing a Special Leave Petition filed by a father whose eighteen-month-old daughter went missing in 2011 and remains untraced, noted that 47,000 children continue to remain untraced to date. The report cautions that the post-2016 decline in reported trafficking cases may reflect a failure of institutional documentation rather than any real reduction in the incidence of trafficking. The AHTU Watch Report assesses the functioning of Anti-Human Trafficking Units through six interdependent indicators. The reports findings across six indicators The AHTU Watch Report assesses the functioning of Anti-Human Trafficking Units through six interdependent indicators. These include: notification status, staffing and stability, budget and infrastructure, FIR autonomy, case progression, and outcomes. The research covers RTI filings and data analysis across all thirty-six states and UTs, interviews with Superintendents of Police and constables associated with AHTUs, inputs from civil society organisations, and structured consultations with survivor leaders and their collectives. At the outset, the report raises a pointed question about the apparent decline in trafficking cases after 2016 on whether it reflects an actual reduction in trafficking or merely a decline in reporting, documentation, and institutional disclosure, particularly in high-incidence states like Assam, Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. Since the formation of AHTUs, the Ministry of Home Affairs has issued twenty-two advisories and operational guidelines, including advisories on treating human trafficking as organised crime and on trafficking of foreign nationals, the implementation of which, the report finds, remains fragmented across the country. On notification, relatively less densely populated UTs like Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Ladakh have a hundred percent rate of notified and functional AHTUs, while Uttar Pradesh has only thirty-five functional units out of seventy-five notified. The report underscores that notification as a separate entity, and distinct from a local police station, makes AHTUs more accessible to survivors and reduces their hesitancy in approaching the unit. On staffing and stability, AHTU personnel across states carry the additional burden of general policing duties, significantly undermining their functioning as specialised investigative units. A survivor quoted in the report noted that AHTU officials were overburdened with general policing responsibilities and often unavailable for trafficking cases. Uttar Pradesh, notably, saw a complete reversal between phases from nearly all AHTU members carrying additional charges to none doing so by Phase 3. On budget and infrastructure, the data is fractured. Some states and UTs have no dedicated funds and rely entirely on general police budgets, while others like Arunachal Pradesh received sanctioned funds but showed inconsistent utilisation across phases. The report notes that the absence of a dedicated budget is a reflection of governmental callousness toward the seriousness of trafficking offences, and it pushes the financial burden of legal follow-ups and travel onto survivors themselves. On training and capacity building, the pattern is one of persistent inconsistency. Training remains exclusively police-centric, overlooking social workers, legal aid authorities, and rehabilitation stakeholders. Content is largely confined to general legal awareness, missing crucial areas like labour trafficking identification and trauma-informed investigation. The lack of specialised training in handling trafficking, according to the survivor testimonies in the report, also leads to misdirected insensitive questions, poor documentation, lack of clarity on survivor rights and an erroneous classification of trafficking cases as ordinary labour disputes or kidnapping cases. In order to strengthen the training and capacity building of the AHTU personnels, the report recommends the development of a continuous training framework with a standardized and uniform training syllabus involving various stakeholders. On FIR autonomy and case progression, the data reveals heavy reliance on local police with minimal transfer of cases to AHTUs and even fewer investigations conducted by them. Delhi transferred thirty-one cases to its AHTU in Phase 3 but recorded zero investigations. The conviction rate across states is abysmal as states and UTs like Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and the Andamans reported zero convictions. Telangana stands out, with 980 chargesheets filed as a result of AHTU investigations. The conviction rate across states is abysmal as states and UTs like Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and the Andamans reported zero convictions. On coordination, the report finds the multi-stakeholder architecture structurally fragile across all phases. Coordination with the Crime Multi Agency Centre, launched in 2020 to facilitate interstate information sharing on trafficking, remains weak. Victim compensation, the report notes therefore, is contingent on the quality of documentation and offence classification by law enforcement, which is itself premised on inter-agency coordination that largely does not exist. The consolidated national findings reflect a system afflicted by overburdened personnel, fluctuating FIR autonomy, inconsistent training, and an almost inconsequential rate of trafficker conviction. Telangana and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are identified as having relatively strong institutional practices. Uttar Pradesh and Delhi fall into the category of moderate but uneven functionality. Meghalaya and Rajasthans Bikaner district are identified as structurally fragile but evidence-documented contexts. The reports findings echo the Supreme Courts directions in G. Ganesh v. State of Tamil Nadu (2026), in which while dealing with missing children and child trafficking, the Court directed the Union and state governments to eliminate the dormancy functioning of the AHTUs and ensure the immediate restoration of trafficked children. The malignancy of human trafficking networks, the report concludes, can only be combated by an Anti-Human Trafficking Unit whose functioning is equally systematic, and equally committed to dismantling those networks.

theleaflet 14 Jun 2026 2:00 am

Rajasthan Air Force Personnel Khemaram Kumar Dies in Assam Plane Crash

Jaipur, June 14: Khemaram Kumar, a 22-year-old Air Force personnel from Panchota village in Rajasthans Didwana-Kuchaman district, was killed in a plane crash in Jorhat, Assam, on Saturday. The incident occurred while the aircraft was attempting to land at the Rowriah Air Force Station. The crash of the Indian Air Forces AN-32 transport aircraft resulted ... Read more Rajasthan Air Force Personnel Khemaram Kumar Dies in Assam Plane Crash

Morningstar 14 Jun 2026 12:49 am

Rajasthan Krishi Paryavekshak result 2026 expected to be released soon at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in: Check complete details here

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board is expected to announce the Krishi Paryavekshak (Agriculture Supervisor) Result 2026 shortly for 1,100 vacancies. Candidates who appeared in the April 18 examination are awaiting the merit list and cut-off marks. Once released, shortlisted candidates will proceed to the document verification stage, bringing them closer to securing government jobs.

The Times of India 13 Jun 2026 5:42 pm

Delhi To Mumbai In Just 12 Hours: Full Expressway Expected To Open After This Date

The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is nearing full completion, with a key 4.9-km tunnel beneath Rajasthan's Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve expected to be ready soon.

NDTV 13 Jun 2026 4:55 pm

Rajasthan SET 2026 notification released: Applications begin tomorrow, check how to apply

The University of Kota has announced the Rajasthan SET 2026 for Assistant Professor eligibility. Applications open June 14, closing July 15. The exam is set for September 6. Candidates need a Master's degree with specific marks based on category. There's no age limit. The test features two papers assessing aptitude and subject knowledge.

The Times of India 13 Jun 2026 11:13 am

Congress Launches Nationwide Campaign Against Paper Leaks and Unemployment

New Delhi, June 13: The Congress party has announced the first phase of a nationwide campaign addressing issues like paper leaks, exam irregularities, and unemployment. Congress General Secretary (Organization) K.C. Venugopal revealed that the campaign will kick off on June 17 in Kota, Rajasthan. In his statement, Venugopal said, Under the guidance of Congress President ... Read more Congress Launches Nationwide Campaign Against Paper Leaks and Unemployment

Morningstar 13 Jun 2026 10:34 am

Heavy Rain Disrupts Life in Rajasthans Sikar, Low-Lying Areas Flooded

Mumbai, June 13: In Sikar district of Rajasthan, a sudden change in weather last night brought much-needed relief from the scorching heat. However, the heavy rainfall exposed the inadequacies of the municipal council and district administrations preparations. The downpour lasted for about an hour, followed by intermittent rain throughout the night, continuing into the early ... Read more Heavy Rain Disrupts Life in Rajasthans Sikar, Low-Lying Areas Flooded

Morningstar 13 Jun 2026 9:45 am

Piyush Goyal Celebrates Birthday with Warm Wishes from Prominent BJP Leaders

New Delhi, June 13: On the occasion of his birthday, Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, received heartfelt congratulations from prominent BJP leaders across the country. Chief Ministers from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh, among others, extended their best wishes for his health and longevity. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed, ... Read more Piyush Goyal Celebrates Birthday with Warm Wishes from Prominent BJP Leaders

Morningstar 13 Jun 2026 7:34 am

Governor Calls for Focus on Quality Grains at Rajasthan Workshop

Jaipur, June 13: The BJP Kisan Morcha organized a state-level workshop on natural farming and a Mallakhamba demonstration at the Sawai Mansingh Indoor Stadium in Jaipur on Friday. The event aimed to encourage farmers to adopt natural farming practices, reduce reliance on chemical agriculture, and promote environmental sustainability in agriculture. Prominent leaders, including Governor Haribhai ... Read more Governor Calls for Focus on Quality Grains at Rajasthan Workshop

Morningstar 13 Jun 2026 4:19 am

Rajasthan couple arrested for trafficking minor girls

Sold Nearly a Dozen Girls Since 2018

The Times of India 13 Jun 2026 2:05 am

Elderly woman found dead in Rajasthan, murder suspected

A 70-year-old woman`s decomposed body was found stuffed in sacks in a forest area of Rajasthan`s Tonk district. Police suspect murder and have launched an investigation after recovering the mutilated remains and collecting forensic evidence from the scene

Mid Day 12 Jun 2026 7:35 pm

Rajasthan High Court Denies Relief to Former Minister Mahesh Joshi in JJM Scam Case

Jaipur, June 12: Former Rajasthan Minister and senior Congress leader Mahesh Joshi faces increasing legal troubles in the alleged Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) scam. The Rajasthan High Court dismissed his petition challenging the legality of his arrest, leaving him without relief and maintaining his judicial custody. A bench comprising Justices Umashankar Vyas and Ashok Kumar ... Read more Rajasthan High Court Denies Relief to Former Minister Mahesh Joshi in JJM Scam Case

Morningstar 12 Jun 2026 7:14 pm

REET Mains Result 2026 declared for Level 1 teachers: Here's how to check

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has released the REET Mains Result 2026 for Level 1 teacher recruitment, with 7,759 vacancies available. Candidates can check their results, scorecards, and cut-off marks on the official website. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to document verification stages, with separate lists for Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Areas.

The Times of India 12 Jun 2026 9:06 am

India 2030: The Infrastructure Revolution That Begins with People and the Power of Mathematics

India's electricity demand already exceeds 250 gigawatts and is projected to reach 400 gigawatts by 2032. AI data centre growth alone could add 13 gigawatts by 2031. Every gigawatt dedicated to AI infrastructure competes with industrial growth, urban development, and household demand. Yet hundreds of millions of Indians experience daily outages, voltage instability, or dependence on diesel backup despite nominal grid connection.   India 2030: The Infrastructure Revolution That Begins with People and the Power of Mathematics   The distinction matters: being connected to a grid and having continuous reliable power are two different things. Closing that gap through centralised infrastructure expansion alone would require hundreds of billions of dollars in generation, transmission, and storage investment. India's energy challenge is not only one of scale. It is one of architecture. Neutrino® Energy Group , working from a mathematical and engineering framework developed by mathematician Holger Thorsten Schubart, proposes a complementary answer: millions of intelligent decentralised infrastructure nodes, each generating continuous power at the point of consumption, collectively producing what centralised systems cannot: reliable, distributed baseload without the infrastructure chains that make expansion slow and expensive. The Negawatt Arithmetic The economic argument is numerical. One million Life Cube units operating at one kilowatt of continuous output produce one gigawatt of decentralised baseload. Ten million produce ten gigawatts. Fifty million produce fifty gigawatts. But the true value is not in the watts generated. It is in the gigawatts of centralised infrastructure that never need to be built: transmission capacity, storage systems, reserve generation, distribution reinforcement. systemic negawatt effect is not philosophical. It is the difference between affordable energy access and another generation of deferred development. The Technology The Neutrino® Energy Group's conversion systems harvest multi-channel ambient flux, including thermal gradients, electromagnetic background fields, and cosmic particle interactions, through graphene-silicon nanostructures operating as open non-equilibrium systems. The governing framework is the Schubart Master Formula : The equation describes continuous electrical output from multi-channel ambient flux integrated across active material volume, bounded by thermodynamic efficiency constraints. The output is continuous, location-independent, and requires no fuel, no moving parts, and no grid connection. Internal Monte Carlo simulations and multi-parameter evaluations indicate statistical consistency reaching 5.9 to 6.0 sigma, above the five-sigma discovery threshold conventional in modern physics. This does not assert commercial performance at industrial scale. It quantifies the internal consistency of the physical framework against established experimental physics, at a confidence level where the probability of accidental consistency is approximately one in five hundred million. The Life Cube The Life Cube is an autonomous infrastructure platform designed for target continuous output in the 1-to-1.5-kilowatt range, with integrated climate control and air-to-water purification producing 12 to 25 litres of clean drinking water per day, depending on climatic conditions. It operates without external power supply, without fuel logistics, and without grid dependency. For a remote clinic in Rajasthan, it means light, refrigerated medicines, and clean water from a single unit that arrived by road and requires no resupply. For a rural school in Bihar, it means continuous connectivity and cooling. For a village health post in Odisha, it means the gap between a nominal grid connection and actual reliable power is closed without waiting for infrastructure that may take decades to arrive. Particularly significant in India's climate is the compounding effect Schubart describes: energy produces cooling, cooling produces condensation, condensation becomes clean water. From one platform, a cycle of human development begins. India's AI Ambition and Its Energy Constraint India's stated ambition is to become a global AI power. AI infrastructure requires continuous, stable power that intermittent renewables cannot structurally guarantee. The same decentralised architecture that addresses rural energy poverty also addresses the continuous baseload requirement of AI edge computing. The Life Cube and Power Cube platforms are not alternatives to India's renewable buildout. They are the continuous-generation layer that makes that buildout complete. A Partnership, not a Sale Schubart is direct about the nature of the engagement: " I come to India not as a seller. I come as a partner. Not to take something. But to build something together ." The vision is for Indian engineers, Indian manufacturers, Indian battery specialists, Indian software developers, and Indian entrepreneurs to build this infrastructure in India. International partners contribute knowledge, co-develop platforms, and create industrial capacity that is long-term rooted in Indian industry. This is not import dependency. It is the transfer of a technology paradigm into Indian hands. " If we solve the challenges of energy, water, cooling, and connectivity together, we create far more than new infrastructure. We create new possibilities. For families. For students. For doctors. For villages. For cities. And ultimately for an entire nation ." India once gave the world the concept of zero. Perhaps India will show the world in the 21st century how billions of people can gain access to energy, water, education, and prosperity through intelligent decentralised infrastructure. The next infrastructure revolution does not begin in power plants. It begins with people and the power of mathematics.   neutrino-energy.com

News Voir 11 Jun 2026 10:30 pm

BJP's Satish Poonia, Alka Gurjar, Congress Neeraj Dangi elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan

Rajasthan has a total of 10 Rajya Sabha seats, equally shared between the BJP and the Congress

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 7:01 pm

Rajasthan BSTC counselling registration begins for D.El.Ed admissions; first allotment list due June 20

Rajasthan BSTC Pre-D.El.Ed. 2026 counselling has begun from June 11, 2026, with Vardhman Mahaveer Open University, Kota, releasing the complete schedule for admission to two-year D.El.Ed. courses. Around 25,970 seats are available across colleges. Candidates must register online, pay Rs 3,000, and submit college preferences by June 16. The first allotment list will be released on June 20, followed by fee payment, reporting, document verification, and multiple counselling rounds scheduled through July 2026.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 6:44 pm

BJP's Satish Poonia, Alka Gurjar, Cong's Neeraj Dangi elected unopposed to RS from Rajasthan

Three candidates have been elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan. Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar from the BJP, and Neeraj Dangi from the Congress secured their seats. This happened after the deadline for withdrawing nominations passed. The biennial election was for three seats. The terms of the current MPs were ending on June 21.

The Economic Times 11 Jun 2026 4:24 pm

IMD issues thunderstorm, hailstorm alert for Delhi-NCR

Delhi experienced a pleasant weather shift on Thursday, offering respite from intense heat. The IMD forecasts a wet spell across northwest India until June 13, with thunderstorms, gusty winds up to 60 kmph, and potential hailstorms on June 11-12. Rainfall is expected to spread across Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan from June 10-14.

The Times of India 11 Jun 2026 9:37 am

Hindustan Zinc, Sulfozyme Agro Sign MoU for Sustainable Metal Recovery

Udaipur, June 10, 2026 (Daily Kiran): Hindustan Zinc Limited, the worlds largest integrated zinc producer and among the top ten silver producers globally, has signed an MoU with Sulfozyme Agro India Private Limited under its flagship Zinc Industrial Park initiative at Khankhala in Rajasthans Bhilwara district. The partnership marks another strategic step towards strengthening Indias ... Read more Hindustan Zinc, Sulfozyme Agro Sign MoU for Sustainable Metal Recovery

Morningstar 11 Jun 2026 8:00 am

Rajasthan Pre DElEd Result 2026 Out: Scorecard Link Active, Download Here

Rajasthan Pre DElEd BSTC Result 2026 Out: A total of 4,97,178 candidates who appeared for the entrance examination can now check their results and download their scorecards.

NDTV 10 Jun 2026 7:12 pm

BSTC result 2026 link: Website not working? Check key details here

Candidates are experiencing difficulties accessing the official website for the Rajasthan BSTC Pre D.El.Ed Result 2026, with the announcement expected around 3 pm. The Rajasthan Education Minister will formally release the results, which will be available online for the 4,97,178 candidates who appeared for the examination.

The Economic Times 10 Jun 2026 4:01 pm

Rajasthan BSTC Pre D.El.Ed result 2026: Website down, here's how to check scorecards at predeledraj2026.com

The Rajasthan BSTC Pre D.El.Ed Result 2026 is yet to be declared, with candidates facing access issues on the official website predeledraj2026.com around the scheduled 3 PM release time. The result will be announced by Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar at VMOU, Kota. Once released, candidates can download scorecards using application number and date of birth. Counselling will follow for 25,970 seats across Rajasthans D.El.Ed colleges based on entrance exam ranks.

The Times of India 10 Jun 2026 3:36 pm

Rajasthan HC steps in to save Udaipurs water bodies from pollution, encroachments

The reports published in the Udaipur edition of Rajasthan Patrika, raised concerns regarding alleged encroachments on water bodies, unresolved disputes concerning lake boundaries and continuous construction activities around such areas

The Hindu 10 Jun 2026 1:37 pm

Buried in debt, Delhi man kills entire family, but unable to end his life; cops file chargesheet

A distinctive orange shirt became the key to apprehending Munchun Kewat in Rajasthan, accused of brutally murdering his wife and three daughters in Delhi. Financial distress from online gambling, leading to significant debt, is cited as the motive. Kewat reportedly confessed to the killings, believing his family would suffer otherwise.

The Times of India 10 Jun 2026 10:56 am

JEE Success Story: Auto Driver's Son Secures OBC Rank 1028 Despite Financial Struggles

Inderjeet, a student from Pathanwala village in Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar district, has secured OBC Rank 1028 in JEE. Despite financial difficulties and limited resources, he achieved success through consistent hard work and online learning.

NDTV 10 Jun 2026 9:44 am

Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd result 2026 to be released shortly at predeledraj2026.com: Here's how to download scorecards

The Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd 2026 results are set to be announced today at 3 PM on predeledraj2026.com. Candidates can check their scorecards online using their application number and date of birth. The announcement will be made by Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar, paving the way for the counselling process for 25,970 seats.

The Times of India 10 Jun 2026 8:41 am

5 Women Develop Kidney Failure After Childbirth In Rajasthan, Probe Initiated

The affected women experienced a deterioration in their health days after delivery, prompting concern among hospital authorities and the state government.

NDTV 10 Jun 2026 7:54 am

HC restores special facilities for Asaram in jail

Jaipur: The Rajasthan High Court has directed the Jodhpur Central Jail administration to continue providing special medical and support facilities to self-styled godman Asaram, including alkaline water, outside food, a separate bed, and bedding. The order comes days after the jail administration withdrew several facilities following Asarams surrender on May 28 this year. Disposing of 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 .

The Siasat Daily 10 Jun 2026 7:45 am

MPUAT Pensioners Felicitate Newly Appointed Federation Chief

UDAIPUR, June 9 (Udaipur Kiran) :Engineer Virendra Singh Solanki, the newly appointed State President of the Rajasthan Agricultural Universities Pensioners Federation, was felicitated during the monthly general meeting of the Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology (MPUAT) Pensioners Welfare Society in Udaipur. Following discussions on key issues affecting pensioners, members of the society welcomed ... Read more MPUAT Pensioners Felicitate Newly Appointed Federation Chief

Udaipur Kiran 10 Jun 2026 7:12 am

Major Setback for Former Minister Mahesh Joshi in Water Life Mission Scam Case

Jaipur, June 10: Former Rajasthan Minister Mahesh Joshi has faced a significant setback in the corruption case linked to the Water Life Mission (JJM). A special court for Prevention of Corruption Act cases has dismissed his petition, which claimed his arrest was illegal and sought his release. Special Judge Rajesh Kumar Dadiya stated that the ... Read more Major Setback for Former Minister Mahesh Joshi in Water Life Mission Scam Case

Morningstar 10 Jun 2026 6:15 am

BITSync 2026 Unravelling the unknown

BITS Pilani is one of Indias most prestigious private technical and science universities, known for its academic excellence, innovation, and industry-linked education. It focuses on engineering, science, management, and technology. Established in 1964 in Pilani, Rajasthan, there are additional campuses in Goa (established in 2004) and Hyderabad (opened in 2008).

indicanews 10 Jun 2026 4:49 am

Cockroach Janta Party: The Questions Its Leadership Cannot Escape

For a movement that seeks to shape public opinion on a national scale, scrutiny is not unfair. It is unavoidable MANZOOR BHAT The Image CJP Wants India to See Over the past few months, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has rapidly transformed from a little-known social media phenomenon into a movement that commands national attention. Through carefully crafted messaging and an aggressive online presence, it has projected itself as an independent platform representing ordinary Indians against an unresponsive political establishment. To its supporters, CJP is the voice of the common citizen. To its critics, however, the movement raises questions that become more difficult to ignore with every passing day. The debate surrounding CJP is no longer about its slogans or its social media campaigns. The real debate is about the people behind the movement, the political networks surrounding them, and whether the image being presented to the public reflects the full reality. As with every political movement that rises rapidly and claims to represent millions, the most important place to begin is not with what it says, but with who is leading it. The Man Behind the Movement At the centre of CJP stands its founder, Abhijeet Dipke. For a movement that presents itself as an independent citizens initiative, Dipkes political background has become a subject of increasing scrutiny. Public reports and archived material have linked him to the Aam Aadmi Partys social media ecosystem, while old posts attributed to him reportedly show him expressing gratitude towards senior AAP leader Manish Sisodia and reaffirming his commitment to the party. Dipke has maintained that he stepped away from active political involvement after moving to the United States for higher studies. However, that explanation has done little to silence questions. In an age where political campaigns, digital operations, and narrative-building are increasingly conducted online, physical distance means very little. Critics, therefore argue that the more relevant question is not whether Dipke left India, but whether he truly left the political ecosystem he had been associated with. On their own, such associations are not evidence of wrongdoing. India is a democracy, and political participation is a legitimate right. However, the issue is not whether Dipke once had political affiliations. The issue is whether the public is being given the complete picture. When a movement presents itself as a fresh alternative to conventional politics while being led by individuals with documented political histories, questions naturally arise about how independent that movement truly is. This is where the story begins to move beyond personalities and towards patterns. The Faces Around the Movement The questions surrounding CJP do not end with its founder. If anything, they become even more interesting when one examines the individuals the movement recently appointed as its public faces. When CJP announced Ashutosh Ranka, Vijeta Dahiya, and Saurav Das as official spokespersons, the decision immediately attracted attention because each of them carried baggage from the same political ecosystem that CJP insists it stands apart from. Among the three, Ashutosh Rankas links are perhaps the most direct. Ranka previously served as both a national spokesperson and state spokesperson for the Aam Aadmi Party in Rajasthan. For years, he represented the party in public debates, authored opinion pieces defending its positions, and regularly appeared in television discussions as one of AAPs recognised voices. His presence within CJP, therefore, raises an obvious question. If the movement is genuinely detached from traditional party structures, why are former party spokespersons occupying such visible positions within its leadership? Vijeta Dahiya presents a different but equally interesting case. While he was never formally enrolled as an AAP office- bearer, his public record reflects extensive support for the party and its campaigns. He actively promoted AAP during previous elections and became associated with a broader digital ecosystem that frequently aligned itself with opposition narratives. Dahiya is also known for his work as a researcher and scriptwriter for Dhruv Rathee, a prominent political commentator who has publicly expressed support for AAP on multiple occasions. The third spokesperson, Saurav Das, further complicates the picture. While not an official AAP functionary, Das built a reputation through activism, investigative reporting, and commentary that often intersected with issues involving senior AAP leadership. His name gained wider attention during legal controversies related to reporting and social media commentary surrounding the Delhi excise policy case. Critics have long argued that his work frequently aligned with narratives favourable to the party and its leadership. Viewed individually, each of these backgrounds can be explained away as a coincidence. Yet politics is not usually analysed through isolated coincidences. It is analysed through recurring patterns. When a movement that claims to be independent repeatedly places individuals with links, sympathies, or professional histories connected to the same political ecosystem at the centre of its public operations, scepticism becomes inevitable. The question is no longer about a single individual. It becomes a question about the ecosystem from which the movement has emerged. A Familiar Political Playbook Indian politics has witnessed this model before. More than a decade ago, the anti-corruption movement led by Anna Hazare captured the imagination of millions. It began as a citizens movement that claimed to stand above political parties and ideological divisions. Yet over time, that movement evolved into the Aam Aadmi Party, one of the most successful political experiments in modern Indian history. The lesson from that period was simple. Public anger can be transformed into political capital. Many critics see echoes of that strategy in the rise of CJP. Once again, a movement has emerged claiming to represent ordinary citizens against a flawed system. Once again, social media serves as the primary engine of mobilisation. Once again, anti-establishment messaging forms the core of its public identity. The similarities do not automatically prove coordination or control. But they are significant enough to invite scrutiny. Political movements are rarely judged solely by what they claim to be. They are judged by their methods, their leadership, and the broader context in which they emerge. This broader context makes the

RisingKashmir 9 Jun 2026 11:25 pm

Southwest monsoon further withdraws from Northern states, some more parts of Gujarat, Rajasthan | Akashvani News - News On AIR

Southwest monsoon further withdraws from Northern states, some more parts of Gujarat, Rajasthan | Akashvani News News On AIR

Google News 9 Jun 2026 10:11 pm

India's exports rising steadily due to policy push, reforms, official says

India's exports are seeing steady growth. Supportive government policies and improved infrastructure are key drivers. The nation aims for global leadership in textiles and apparel. Initiatives like PLI schemes and Mega Textile Parks are strengthening the value chain. Jaipur is a major apparel export hub for Rajasthan. Exporters are blending tradition with technology to reach international markets.

The Economic Times 9 Jun 2026 7:16 pm

141 DSPs Transferred in Rajasthan, Police Headquarters Issues Late-Night Order

JAIPUR, June 8 (Udaipur Kiran) :The Rajasthan Police Headquarters has issued a transfer list of 141 Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) in a major administrative reshuffle aimed at strengthening law and order across the state. The transfer order was issued late on Monday night by the Office of the Director General of Police, Rajasthan. A ... Read more 141 DSPs Transferred in Rajasthan, Police Headquarters Issues Late-Night Order

Udaipur Kiran 9 Jun 2026 3:13 pm

Rajasthan Extends Summer Vacations Till June 28 As Heatwave Continues Across The State

Rajasthan government extends school summer vacation until June 28 due to severe heatwave, increasing total break to 42 days.

NDTV 9 Jun 2026 1:37 pm

Rajasthan BSTC Pre DElEd result 2026 to be declared on June 10 at predeledraj2026.com: Check how to download scorecards

The Rajasthan Pre DElEd result 2026 will be released tomorrow, June 10. Lakhs of candidates await their scores. Education Minister Madan Dilawar will announce the results. Candidates can check their scorecards on predeledraj2026.com. Counselling for admissions will commence after the results are declared. Admissions are based on entrance exam ranks.

The Times of India 9 Jun 2026 11:03 am

Rajasthan PTET Admit Card 2026 Out, Direct Link To Download Hall Ticket Here

Rajasthan PTET Admit Card 2026: Candidates who have registered for the examination can now download their hall tickets online for the exam on June 14.

NDTV 9 Jun 2026 6:51 am

5,300 Indian SIMs used from Cambodia for cyber frauds

NEW DELHI, June 8: The Enforcement Directorate has started probing a case involving the alleged purchase of 5,300 SIM cards in the country, which were used in Cambodia by a Malaysian national-led gang to perpetrate cyber frauds across India, duping people for hundreds of crores of rupees. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The central agency had raided 7 premises in Rajasthans Kishangarh (Ajmer), Nagaur and Jodhpur apart from Ludhiana in Punjab on June 5, leading to the identification [] The post 5,300 Indian SIMs used from Cambodia for cyber frauds appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 9 Jun 2026 4:07 am

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Google News 8 Jun 2026 10:26 pm

Kumar Shankar Takes Charge as Managing Director of Indraprastha Gas Limited

New Delhi, June 8: Kumar Shankar has officially assumed the role of Managing Director at Indraprastha Gas Limited. This company is one of the largest urban gas distribution firms in India, operating a gas distribution network across 33 districts in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan, serving millions of consumers. Kumar Shankar holds a degree ... Read more Kumar Shankar Takes Charge as Managing Director of Indraprastha Gas Limited

Morningstar 8 Jun 2026 9:30 pm

Rajasthan RPSC RAS 2026 applications begin for 607 State and Subordinate Services vacancies; apply here

RPSC RAS 2026: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has opened applications for the State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination 2026. A total of 607 vacancies have been announced, including 192 posts in State Services and 415 in Subordinate Services. The application window is open from June 4 to July 3, 2026. Candidates holding a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply. One Time Registration is mandatory, while examination dates and admit card details will be announced later.

The Times of India 8 Jun 2026 8:06 pm

Car allegedly cuts 100-vehicle toll queue in Rajasthan, video triggers debate online

A video of a car allegedly bypassing a long queue at a Rajasthan toll plaza has sparked debate on social media. Users are discussing road etiquette, rule violations, and the need for stricter enforcement. Many believe authorities should implement penalties and ensure queue jumpers return to the back of the line.

The Economic Times 8 Jun 2026 7:52 pm

RSSB confirms no change in Forester and LDC exam dates amid candidate queries

The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board has confirmed that the Forester and LDC examinations will be conducted on their scheduled dates, with no revision planned. RSSB Chairman Alok Raj said the board has rarely changed examination schedules despite conducting around 150 exams over the past two-and-a-half years. He also shared updates on the Lab Assistant answer key timeline, clarified eligibility rules for Third Grade Teacher Level 1 candidates, and reiterated that the PTI examination remains scheduled for September 13.

The Times of India 8 Jun 2026 7:39 pm

Rajasthan: BJP Candidates Satish Poonia and Alka Singh Gurjar Submit Nominations for Rajya Sabha

Jaipur, June 8: Senior BJP leaders Satish Poonia and Alka Singh Gurjar submitted their nomination papers on Monday for two Rajya Sabha seats from Rajasthan. Before filing his nomination, Satish Poonia offered prayers at the renowned Shri Govind Dev Ji Temple in Jaipur, seeking blessings from the citys chief deity. Sharing this moment on social ... Read more Rajasthan: BJP Candidates Satish Poonia and Alka Singh Gurjar Submit Nominations for Rajya Sabha

Morningstar 8 Jun 2026 5:10 pm

Rajasthan PTET admit card 2026 released at vmou.ac.in: Direct link to download hall tickets here

Vardhman Mahaveer Open University has released the Rajasthan PTET 2026 admit cards on its official website, vmou.ac.in. Candidates can download their hall tickets to appear for the entrance examination on June 14, 2026, which is crucial for admission to B.Ed and integrated B.A. B.Ed/B.Sc. B.Ed courses. Check complete details related to the Rajasthan PTET admit card here.

The Times of India 8 Jun 2026 1:38 pm