Independent MLA Ganeshraj Bansal Sent to Judicial Custody in Land Dispute Case
Independent MLA Ganeshraj Bansal has been sent to judicial custody over a 23-year-old land dispute case in Rajasthan. Independent MLA Ganeshraj Bansal Sent to Judicial Custody in Land Dispute Case
Rajasthan Congress chief whip alleges police barred entry to Jaipur mayoral poll venue
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Rajasthan tax department expands probe into evasion, false claims
Rajasthan's State Tax Department detected potential tax liability of 22.79 crore at over 25 establishments during its crackdown on suspected GST evasion and fraudulent ITC claims.
Railways has approved a new tri-weekly Bhuj-Barauni Amrit Bharat Express covering 2,532 km across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, with services to begin on a date to be announced. The Railway Ministry has also approved the extension of the Virangana Lakshmibai Jhansi-Agra Cantt Express to Mathura, increasing its route length from 217 km to 270 km and adding four commercial stoppages.
Welfare delivery drives partys electoral success: Nitin Nabin
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 25 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President Nitin Nabin on Friday said electoral victories should not be seen merely as a means of gaining power but as opportunities to serve the people. Addressing the Seva Sankalp Sabha at Dadiya village in Jaipur on the 110th birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, Nabin responded to questions surrounding the BJPs repeated electoral victories. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, BJP State President Madan Rathore, and several other party leaders and public representatives attended the programme. The event formed part of the BJPs ongoing Seva Sankalp Abhiyan. Nabin paid floral tribute to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya and recalled his philosophy of Antyodaya, under which development is intended to reach the last person in society. He said BJP workers and elected representatives should treat electoral victories as opportunities to work for the people, not simply as a means to attain political power. He emphasised that representatives in Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local bodies have an important role in taking the philosophy of Antyodaya to the grassroots. He urged party workers to remain continuously connected with the public and work with a spirit of service, particularly for the poor and underprivileged. Referring to the BJPs performance in the recent Rajasthan local body elections, Nabin congratulated party workers. He said the results reflected public support for the development-oriented work of the governments led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. Nabin also addressed the question raised by Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi about the BJPs repeated electoral victories. He attributed the partys sustained success to its workers' dedication and hard work, and its emphasis on public service. He cited welfare measures such as housing for people experiencing poverty, sanitation facilities and the PM SVANidhi scheme for street vendors, saying public confidence grows when government benefits reach intended beneficiaries. He referred to former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhis earlier observation about leakages in the delivery of government funds. He contrasted it with Prime Minister Narendra Modis emphasis on delivering welfare benefits directly to beneficiaries. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said the Rajasthan government was working to fulfil the commitments made in its Sankalp Patra. He claimed that 78 per cent of the commitments had been completed so far, repeating the same figure he has previously cited when discussing his governments performance. Rathore congratulated party workers for the partys performance in the civic body elections and said preparations should now begin for the forthcoming Panchayat elections. He highlighted the contribution of BJP workers and office-bearers to the partys performance in the local body polls. Nabin concluded by reiterating Pandit Deendayal Upadhyayas philosophy that development acquires its true meaning when its benefits reach the last person in society, and called upon BJP workers to carry this message to the grassroots.
RPSC Main Merit List 2026 - Download Biochemist and Assistant Professor PDF at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
RPSC has released the Main Merit List (After Interview) 2026 for Biochemist and Assistant Professor (Medical Education) Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Paediatrics. Check roll number, category, written marks, interview marks, and grand total of all candidates, download the official PDF, and get complete details on rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in.
Forget Jaipur or Jodhpur, Khatu Shyamji makes Sikar the top tourist destination in Rajasthan
Sikar has emerged as Rajasthan's top tourist destination in the first half of 2026, recording 1.56 crore visits between January and June. The surge was driven largely by Khatu Shyamji, which has become a major religious tourism destination in the state.
Rajasthan civic polls: BJP wins Kota and Jaipur, Jodhpur result awaited
BJPs Anusuiya Goswami was elected Kota mayor with 65 votes against Congress candidate Sunita Sumans 35. Sunil Kothari won Jaipur, while voting in Jodhpur was underway. Protests were reported outside Jaipur Municipal Corporation over alleged irregularities during the voting process.
Rajasthan: Man killed with stone, police say attacker
Alwar: A 40-year-old man was allegedly struck on his head with a stone outside a police station in Rajasthans Alwar district on Thursday, September 24, with police saying the accused was mentally challenged. Authorities have detained the accused, identified as Harsh Murtikar, following the alleged assault outside Barodameo police station. The deceased, Sekoon Khan, a 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 .
Tarang Shakti 2026: F-35s Join Rafales, Tejas as India
The second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti, the Indian Air Forces flagship multinational air exercise, begins Saturday, September 26, at Air Force Station Jodhpur and adjoining air bases in Rajasthan, running through October 12. The drill marks a significant milestone for the IAF: the first-ever participation of the US Air Forces fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II [] The post Tarang Shakti 2026: F-35s Join Rafales, Tejas as Indias Largest Multinational Air Exercise Kicks Off in Jodhpur Tomorrow appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Gauahar Khan has reacted to a recent moment involving Aasif Khan on Bigg Boss 19, questioning the actors comments about moustaches and masculinity. The Bigg Boss 7 winner said she found Aasifs remarks and his behaviour on the show disappointing, while also acknowledging his work as an actor. The discussion unfolded during the captaincy task in which contestants were required to put rejected stamps on fellow housemates. Gullu put the rejected stamp on Yung DSAs face and explained that he believed Yung was behaving as though he was running the entire house. He also took issue with Yung styling the moustaches of members of his group in the same manner, suggesting that Yung expected others to follow his preferences. Aasif Khan defends Yung DSA over moustache comment Aasif Khan, who received the majority of the rejected stamps during the task, defended Yung when the discussion turned to the moustache issue. Explaining why the moustache was significant to him, Aasif said, Hum naa Rajasthan se aate hain, yeh mooch humari pehchaan hai, aur muchmundo ko mardon mein consider nahi karte hum. Isliye daadi aisi hai. Aasifs statement prompted a reaction from Gauahar, who questioned linking a mans identity or masculinity to his appearance. She also expressed disappointment that Aasif, whom she described as a good actor, was showing what she considered narrow thinking on the reality show. Gauahar Khan calls out Aasifs small thinking Taking to Instagram, Gauahar shared a note addressing the incident. She wrote, Yaar I have a question , Asif ka career toh acting mein bohat accha chal raha hai naa , he shouldn't have come on the show to showcase such small thinking and really silly behaviour , when that girl was dissing uditi, in the most low manner , he was enjoying like they r all his thoughts . Felt bad seeing that . Such a good actor par Har cheez Mein aisi soch choti lagti hai . Gauahar further referred to Aasifs comment about moustaches and masculinity, writing, Mard ki nishaani mooch hoti hai hhahahah islam mein toh musalman mard ke liye sunnah is no moonch, has he forgotten that ???? Mard ki nishaani uski unchi soch aur behaviour hoti hai ! Wish he knew that ! The exchange comes as tensions continue to play out inside the Bigg Boss 19 house. Yung DSA and Isha Rikhi are among the contestants nominated for eviction this week. Also Read:Bigg Boss 20: SHOCKING! Kushal Tanwar, aka Gullu, CONFIRMS he was married, REACTS to wedding picture leak controversy; says, I got divorced in 2024. It was a very depressing phase
Rajasthan Safai Karmchari Recruitment 2026 deadline has been extended to October 13 for 24,752 contractual posts across 183 urban local bodies (ULBs).
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Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma hosts BJP president Nitin Nabin at Jaipur residence
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LCC Projects jumps after emerging L1 bidder for sprinkler irrigation project in Rajasthan
LCC Projects rallied 3.09% to Rs 147.55 after the company emerged as the lowest bidder (L-1) for a Rs 653.34-crore irrigation project in Rajasthan.
Heat Returns to Rajasthan as Monsoon Departs, Six Districts Exceed 40 Degrees Celsius
Rajasthan experiences a surge in temperatures as monsoon ends, with six districts recording over 40C. Heat Returns to Rajasthan as Monsoon Departs, Six Districts Exceed 40 Degrees Celsius
What's Sergio Gor Doing At Yudh Abhyas?
On Thursday, September 24, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor witnessed the India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 at the Mahajan field firing range in Bikaner, Rajasthan.
Rajasthan Safai Karmachari Recruitment 2026 Last date Extended - Apply Online for 24,752 Posts
Rajasthan Local Self Government Department has released the official notification for the recruitment of 24,752 Safai Karmachari posts. The online application process will begin on 15 August 2026, and the last date has been Extended to 01 October 2026. Candidates must be 21 to 40 years old to be eligible for this recruitment.
Voting Underway for Mayor Positions in Rajasthans Major Municipalities
Voting is taking place for mayoral positions in Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Kota, with results expected later today. Voting Underway for Mayor Positions in Rajasthans Major Municipalities
Pacific Dental College and Hospital Becomes First in Rajasthan to Receive NABH Accreditation
Udaipur: Pacific Dental College and Hospital, Debari, has received the prestigious National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) accreditation, marking a significant achievement in dental healthcare and education. With this recognition, Pacific Dental College and Hospital has become the first dental college and hospital in Rajasthan to receive NABH accreditation. The institution has ... Read more Pacific Dental College and Hospital Becomes First in Rajasthan to Receive NABH Accreditation
Tragic Accident Claims Four Lives in Rajasthans Rajsamand District
A tragic tractor-trolley accident in Rajsamand, Rajasthan, resulted in four fatalities and left 11 others injured. Tragic Accident Claims Four Lives in Rajasthans Rajsamand District
Barmer MLA Ravindra Bhati Plans 5-Day March For Bigger Footprint In Rajasthan
Ravindra Singh Bhati has been something of a social media phenomenon. He has 3.1 million followers on Instagram, over 1.6 million on Facebook and his twitter handle has 3.49 lakh followers.
India and US Showcase Joint Military Prowess in Rajasthan
India and the US demonstrate their military capabilities in a joint exercise, enhancing defense cooperation at Mahajan Field Firing Range. India and US Showcase Joint Military Prowess in Rajasthan
'Yudh Abhyas 2026 to strengthen defence partnership between two countries': US envoy Sergio Gor
The Indian and US armies 22nd joint military exercise, Yudh Abhyas 2026 will strengthen defence cooperation between India and United States, said US envoy Sergio Gor attending the joint military exercise in Rajasthan. In a...
India-US forces in action: Ambassador Sergio Gor witnesses Yudh Abhyas drills
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited Rajasthans Mahajan Field Firing Range to witness Yudh Abhyas 2026, where Indian and US Army contingents are conducting joint drills involving varied terrain, advanced weapons and technology
India-US defence diplomacy on display at Yudh Abhyas 2026 in Rajasthan
The bilateral military exercise brings together 600 personnel each from the Indian and US armies, with a focus on interoperability and multi-domain warfare
RPSC Biochemist Answer Key 2026 - Download Final Answer Key at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
RPSC has published the final answer key for the Biochemist (Medical Education Department) Comp. Exam 2024, held on 07-07-2025. Check all 150 answers, the deleted question, and what to do next.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited the Mahajan Field Firing Range (MFFR) in Rajasthan on Thursday, September 24, where Indian and American troops are conducting joint drills under Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, and used the occasion to underline the strength of the two countries defence relationship. Gor posted on X that it was impressive [] The post US Ambassador Sergio Gor Hails Indo-US Troops Training Together at Mahajan Range, Calls Yudh Abhyas a Sign of Deepening Defence Ties appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Vedanta Oil & Gas holds Rajasthan operating cost at $16.4/barrel in FY26
The company attributed the result to operating discipline and an expanding layer of digital and artificial intelligence systems across its operations
U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore Visits Military Exercise in Rajasthan
U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore attends the Yudh Abhyas 2026 military exercise in Rajasthan, enhancing India-U.S. defense cooperation. U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gore Visits Military Exercise in Rajasthan
Rajasthan University Pharmacy Counselling 2026 Round 3 Registration Begins; Check Schedule
RUHS Jaipur has opened Round 3 registration for Pharmacy Counselling 2026 for BPharm and DPharm courses in Rajasthan.
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Bengaluru CEO says company will not hire men from UP, Bihar, Rajasthan and MP, sparks debate
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 24 (IANS) US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Thursday arrived at Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, where contingents of the Indian Army and the US Army are training side by side as part of the bilateral military Exercise Yudh Abhyas. Upon arrival in Rajasthan, Gor said that he looked forward to seeing the troops of India and the US training side by side. Just touched down at Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan for Yudh Abhyas 2026, Indias largest bilateral defence exercise with any nation. Looking forward to seeing US Army and Indian troops train side by side, Gor posted on X.During the exercise, the armies of the two nations trained through coordinated drills, synchronised battle procedures and combined-arms employment. According to the statement released by the Indian Army, the exercise strengthened mutual understanding, operational coordination, confidence and the ability to operate together across diverse battlefields. Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 witnessed enhanced interoperability between the Indian Army and US Army, achieved through integrated training across mountainous and desert terrain. From small-arms firing and artillery engagements to long-range weapon systems and attack helicopter operations, both armies trained through coordinated drills, synchronised battle procedures and combined-arms employment, the Indian Army's Additional Directorate General of Public Information posted on X. The exercise strengthened mutual understanding, operational coordination, confidence and the ability to operate together across diverse battlefields. From Shared Training to Shared Capability - Building a Stronger Partnership, it added. The opening ceremony of the 22nd edition of India-US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas was held at Auli Foreign Training Node in Uttarakhand on September 15. Major General Amaresh Gunjan, General Officer Commanding, 14 Infantry Division and Colonel Benjamin Jackman, Commander, first Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 11th Airborne Division, US Army, addressed the participating contingents comprising 600 personnel from each side. The exercise is simultaneously being conducted at Auli and Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. The exercise is aimed at increasing the joint military capability of the Indian Army and the US Army for employment of Integrated Battle Groups in mountainous and semi-mountainous terrain, with emphasis on infantry-dominated operations. The exercise will strengthen interoperability, facilitate exchanges of best operational practices and strengthen joint planning and execution. Technology infusion will form a key focus area. The training will include the employment of drones and autonomous systems for surveillance and reconnaissance as well as demonstration of contemporary weapon systems will be undertaken at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, the Ministry of Defence mentioned in a statement. Subject Matter Experts from both Armies will also exchange views on emerging technologies and developments in multi-domain warfare. The exercise provides an opportunity for both Armies to share tactics, techniques and procedures; and enhance their ability to undertake coordinated military operations across varied terrain and operational environment, it added.
Bengaluru Entrepreneur Restricts Male Recruitment From UP, Bihar, MP And Rajasthan
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US Ambassador Sergio Gor visited the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan for Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026. This exercise involves joint drills between Indian and US Army troops focused on operational knowledge exchange. Troops are training in diverse terrains, enhancing interoperability and battlefield coordination. The exercise also features integrated drills with Apache attack helicopters, emphasizing mission planning and operational readiness.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted with participants of the Seva Sankalp Yatra travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi and emphasised that service should remain the primary duty of those in public life. The Seva Yatris are travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi in 10 groups on a bike yatra, engaging communities through initiatives focused on service, public outreach, youth participation, social welfare, cultural connect and grassroots mobilisation. Yatra is currently underway and will end on October 7, with the teams travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi and from Varanasi to Vadnagar. During the interaction, participants shared their experiences of connecting with people during the yatra and encouraging them to join the NaMo App. They also spoke about receiving blessings from beneficiaries of government schemes, including the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Interacting with the Seva Yatris through video conferencing, PM Modi said that the message of service should be conveyed through actions rather than words. I would say the same to all my colleagues: please take care of yourselves as well. Service should be our primary duty, and while serving, we should convey the message of service. We should not preach about service; we should convey its message through our actions, he said. Through our own conduct, people should see that no matter how powerful we become in politics, or how high a position we attain, our path will always remain the path of service, PM Modi added. PM Modi also shared an old saying about the spiritual merit associated with undertaking a journey and paying respects to those who complete it. There is an old saying that when someone returns from a journey, and you offer them your salutations, half the spiritual merit earned from that journey is transferred to the person who pays their respects. So today, by bowing to all these Seva Yatris, I, too, am stealing half of that merit, he said. PM Modi said Vadnagar and Varanasi were two ancient and historic cities, describing Vadnagar as his birthplace and Varanasi as his karmabhoomi, or the land where he had dedicated his life to service. Kashi holds the blessings of Baba Vishwanath, while Vadnagar is a land blessed by Hatkeshwar Mahadev. You are all spearheading a massive campaign of service connecting these two cities, he said. Recalling his days as a BJP worker, PM Modi said he had participated in and organised several yatras and was aware of the difficulties faced by participants, including challenges posed by weather and changing locations. He said the spirit of service had inspired several initiatives, including the Ayushman Bharat scheme, and stressed that politics and elections were separate from the broader objective of nation-building. Politics is at one place, elections are at one place, but we are here for Rashtra Nirman, he said. PM Modi said the country was working towards the resolution of Viksit Bharat and emphasised the role of young people in achieving the goal by 2047. By 2047, we will have to strengthen the youths role. Today, the younger generation is the maker of Viksit Bharat. They will also be its beneficiaries, he said. PM Modi further said that it feels like wherever you are going, you are building bridges of dialogue and public participation It feels like wherever you are going, you are building bridges of dialogue and public participation. Discussions in several Jan Sabhas, interactions with beneficiaries, tree plantation programmes, programmes related to cleanliness, participation in cultural events, interactions with social media influencers, and efforts to expand the social media network-all these activities carried out in the spirit of service are remembered by people, and people give their blessings. For me, people have always been the greatest source of energy in my life. And today, as you are travelling, you may never have imagined that you would receive blessings from such diverse groups of people, he said. PM Modi further said that when there is a spirit of service, the Jyotigram Yojana is born There is a resolve to uphold the principle of 'Nagrik Devo Bhava', citizens are like God. And in Gujarat, people have truly experienced this. When there is a spirit of service, the Jyotigram Yojana is born. When there is a spirit of service in ones heart, initiatives like the Sujalam Sufalam Yojana bring about a water revolution, he added. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma were also present during the interaction. Meanwhile, one of the participants, Hemang, welcomed the Seva Yatris and said the journey was aimed at carrying forward the message of service and inspiring the younger generation. Under the Seva Sankalp Yatra, I warmly welcome all the travellers. From 2001 to 2026, through your public life, you have given the countrys youth a lesson that no matter what the position is, the commitment to serve is the greatest, he said. Hemang said the BJP had organised the yatra, with participants travelling through 159 villages. He added that those travelling from Vadnagar to Varanasi would perform Jalabhishek in Varanasi, while participants travelling from Kashi would perform Jalabhishek in Vadnagar. At every stop, we are doing 25 different works, he said.
RPSC Junior Legal Officer Result 2026 Out - Direct Link to Check Result at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
RPSC Junior Legal Officer Result 2026 was declared on September 23. Check JDA Junior Legal Officer result PDF, qualified candidates, category-wise cut off and interview details.
RSSB LDC Result 2026 - Check Release Date, Cut Off and Merit List PDF at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in
RSSB LDC Result 2026 will be released on September 28 at rssb.rajasthan.gov.in. Check the Rajasthan LDC Clerk Grade-II & Junior Assistant result date, PDF, merit list and next-stage details.
Power Grid acquires Barmer HVDC Power Transmission under TBCB route
Power Grid Corporation of India, pursuant to its selection as the successful bidder under Tariff based competitive bidding, has on 23 September 2026 acquired Barmer HVDC Power Transmission, the Project SPV to establish Inter-State Transmission system for the project namely Transmission system for evacuation of power from Rajasthan REZ Ph-IV (Part-5: 6 GW) [Barmer Complex] Barmer-II: 6 GW (Solar) (LCC Configuration), on build, own, operate and transfer (BOOT) basis from the Bid Process Coordinator - REC Power Development and Consultancy (RECPDCL).
UltraTech Cement commissions 4.6 mtpa cement capacity
UltraTech Cement has commissioned 3.6 mtpa greenfield integrated capacity at Petnikota, Andhra Pradesh and also commissioned 1.0 mtpa through debottlenecking at the Company's existing cement plants at Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh), Patratu (Jharkhand) and Nathdwara (Rajasthan).
Nick Jonas gives a glimpse of his perfect birthday week, thanks Priyanka Chopra as they steal a kiss
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 24 (IANS) Singer-actor Nick Jonas has given fans a glimpse into his perfect birthday week, and shared a series of pictures from his celebrations with wife and actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie. The Jonas Brothers star, who turned 34 on September 17, credited Priyanka for making the celebrations special. Taking to his social media account on Wednesday, Nick shared a carousel of pictures and videos from his birthday week and captioned it, A perfect birthday week thanks to my @priyankachopra. The first picture features Nick and Priyanka enjoying some time together on a golf course, with Priyanka leaning in for a kiss. Another picture shows the couple on the golf course with family enjoying a relaxed day of golfing. The carousel also includes a glimpse of Nick's birthday cake. The elaborate chocolate cake features a wooden-style Happy Birthday 34 Nick topper and is decorated with chocolate bars, cookies and marshmallows. Nick also shared a picture of daughter Malti Marie dressed in a colourful outfit and seated in a chair. Lastly, he shared a picture of him and Priyanka sharing a kiss. The birthday celebrations come days after Priyanka shared a birthday wish for Nick on his birthday. Her carousel included a picture of herself kissing Nick on the cheek. Priyanka had captioned the post as, Happy birthday to the man that makes all our dreams come true.. everyday. We love you Gaga. Nick and Priyanka's relationship has often been in the spotlight since they began dating in 2018. The couple got married in December that very year in a multi-day wedding celebration in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, which included both Hindu and Christian ceremonies. The couple embraced parenthood in 2022 with the arrival of their daughter, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, who was born via surrogacy. On the work front, Priyanka is set to return to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli's Varanasi, alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Incorporate AI into curriculum: CM Omar
Srinagar, Sept 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said the government is focusing on improving the education system so that children are better prepared to face the challenges of a rapidly changing world, and emphasised the need to incorporate emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence into the curriculum and equip students with the knowledge and skills required for the future. Addressing the award ceremony of the ALOHA National Level Competition-2026 Kashmir at SKICC here, the Chief Minister also called for taking the ALOHA mental arithmetic programme to government schools in Jammu and Kashmir, stressing the need to provide children across the education system a level playing field and equip them with skills to compete nationally and internationally. The Chief Minister said education and health remain the two foremost responsibilities of the government and stressed that sustained investment in these sectors is essential for the overall development of the region. Education is the foundation of everything. Without education, what can we achieve? Education and health: without these two things, there is no point in getting anything else, he said. Highlighting the challenge of student retention, Omar Abdullah said Jammu and Kashmir performs well at the primary and middle-school levels in comparison with the national scenario, but the retention rate declines significantly as students progress to higher classes. He emphasised that secondary schools need to take concrete steps to bring down the school dropout rate. The Chief Minister stressed that government and private schools should work together rather than view each other as competing systems. He said children studying in both government and private schools are equally the future of Jammu and Kashmir and called for policies that enable private educational institutions to contribute effectively to the education ecosystem. Referring to the legislation on private universities this year, Omar Abdullah said the initiative was aimed at creating opportunities within Jammu and Kashmir so that students do not have to leave the region in search of quality private higher education. The Chief Minister expressed appreciation for the enthusiasm and performance of the participating students and the participation of children from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, other parts of the country and abroad. He said the participation of students from places such as Kerala, Karnataka and Rajasthan, along with international participants, in the competition in Srinagar was a positive indication of the growing educational and cultural connect with Jammu and Kashmir. You are all winners. Whether you took back a trophy from here or not, just being here and being able to compete is a victory and is a win, he said. Omar Abdullah said the government would explore taking the ALOHA programme forward in government schools to give students wider access to such learning opportunities. This is something that we need to incorporate into the government school system as well, so that we give our children a level playing field, he said, adding that efforts would be made to expand the ALOHA family in Jammu and Kashmir. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Director School Education Kashmir Naseer Ahmed Wani, Founder and President ALOHA Loh Mun Sung, Director International ALOHA Kiran Motwani, MD ALOHA J&K Mubashir Wafai, besides teachers, students and parents, were present on the occasion.
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Rajasthan civil poll results: BJP wrests stronghold seats from Congress
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) The results of the Rajasthan civic elections have highlighted varying levels of regional influence among Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress Ministers and senior leaders. The BJP retained control in several Assembly constituencies of its Ministers, securing Chairman and Vice-Chairman posts in multiple urban local bodies. In some Assembly constituencies, however, the Congress mounted a challenge and managed to secure key positions. The results have also provided a picture of the regional influence of several Congress leaders who have been active in Rajasthan politics for years. The BJP won 20 seats in the Bharatpur Municipal Corporation, which is the Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma's home city, and relied on the support of Independents to strengthen its position. The BJP also succeeded in electing Mayors in all seven municipal bodies. While the Mayoral election for the Jaipur, Jodhpur and Kota Municipal Corporations is scheduled for September 25. The BJP formed boards in two of the three municipalities in the Assembly constituency. However, the BJP lost the Jhalawar Municipal Council, where both the President and Vice-President posts went to the Congress. In the Dudu Assembly constituency, the BJP failed to form boards in either municipality. In the Phagi and Dudu municipalities, both the President and Vice-President posts went to Congress and Congress-supported candidates. Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, however, is also associated with the Sanganer Assembly constituency. In the Jodhpur Lok Sabha constituency, elections were held in the municipalities of Phalodi, Bap, Balesar and Pokaran. The BJP won in Phalodi, Bap and Balesar, while the Congress won in Pokaran. The Jodhpur Municipal Corporation election results are scheduled to be announced on September 25. There are two municipalities in the Srimadhopur Assembly constituency. The BJP won in Srimadhopur, while the Congress won in Ajitgarh. In the Sangod Assembly constituency, BJP candidates won both the President and Vice-President posts in the Sangod municipality. The BJP won both the President and Vice-President posts in the Sawai Madhopur Municipal Council, located in the Sawai Madhopur Assembly constituency. The BJP won both posts in Ramganj Mandi which is constituency of Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar. The BJP captured all four municipalities in the Malpura-Todaraisingh Assembly constituency: Malpura, Diggi, Lambaharisingh and Todaraisingh. The BJP led in nine of the 12 urban local bodies in the Alwar Parliamentary constituency. The BJP also performed successfully in the constituencies associated with Jawahar Singh Bedham, Minister of State for Home Affairs; Sumit Godara, Food Minister; Avinash Gehlot, Social Justice Minister; Suresh Rawat, Water Resources Minister; Jogaram Patel, Parliamentary Affairs Minister; and Gajendra Singh Khimsar, Health Minister. The BJP did not secure the top positions in the constituencies associated with Ministers of State Vijay Singh Chaudhary, Manju Baghmar and Otaram Dewasi, Cooperation Minister Gautam Kumar Dak, Revenue Minister Hemant Meena and Chief Whip Jogeshwar Garg. Of the seven urban local bodies in Bikaner, which falls within Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal's Lok Sabha constituency, the BJP secured the President's post in four, while the Congress won two and the CPI-M one. However, the BJP did not secure the Mayoral post in the Bikaner Municipal Corporation, one of the most prominent urban local bodies in the region. The Congress won the Mayoral post, while the BJP secured the Deputy Mayor's position. Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot is the Congress MLA from Sardarpura, which falls within the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation area. Of the 100 wards, the BJP won 45 and the Congress 44. Former Deputy Chief Minister Sachin Pilot is the Congress MLA from Tonk. The Congress secured a majority in the civic body and elected its candidates as Chairman and Deputy Chairman. Elections were held in 59 of the 60 wards, with the Congress winning 32 and the BJP 19. Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra is the Congress MLA from Laxmangarh. Of the 45 wards in the Municipal Council, the Congress won 20, the BJP 15 and Independents 10. The Congress subsequently took control of the municipality. Rajasthan Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully is the Congress MLA from Alwar Rural. In Malakhera Municipality, of the 20 wards, the Congress won nine, the BJP two and independents nine.
A Bengaluru entrepreneur has announced a hiring restriction covering male candidates from Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh, citing an alleged incident involving a former employee. Karthik SG said the employee had been dismissed after warnings over alleged abusive conduct towards female staff. The announcement drew mixed online responses, with users debating individual screening, workplace safety and state-based hiring decisions.
India's tribal development model highlighted at UNHRC
Digital Desk | Geneva, Sep 23 (IANS) India highlighted its approach to inclusive tribal development at the Annual Panel on Indigenous Peoples at the 63rd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on Wednesday, with an Indian NGO representative pointing to efforts that link development with dignity, identity, and community participation. Addressing the Council, Arushi Lal Santania, Representative of the Rajasthan Samgrah Kalyan Sansthan (RSKS India), illustrated the transformation through the changing life of a tribal girl in a remote Indian village, saying a generation once separated from essential services was increasingly gaining access to residential education, healthcare, infrastructure and stronger participation in local development. India's experience shows that development can reach remote communities while respecting the identity, knowledge and cultural heritage that make those communities unique, Santania said. She highlighted Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyaan (PM-JANMAN) as an important example of India's focused approach, noting that the mission is designed to improve the socio-economic conditions of 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) communities across 18 states and one Union Territory through interventions covering housing, drinking water, education, healthcare, road and telecom connectivity, electrification and sustainable livelihoods. Santania also highlighted India's expanding Eklavya Model Residential School network, saying official data records 518 functional schools with more than 170,000 enrolled Scheduled Tribe students, including more than 86,000 girls. She further highlighted India's framework of community-based governance through Gram Sabhas and the Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, which provides an institutional foundation for participation in Scheduled Areas. Against a global backdrop of more than 476 million Indigenous people across 90 countries, she emphasised that Indigenous knowledge and cultural traditions remain invaluable assets for sustainable development and humanity's shared heritage. Concluding her address, Santania urged governments, international institutions and heritage bodies to deepen meaningful community participation in conservation, management and benefit-sharing, adding that development should expand opportunity without weakening identity. The Rs 24,104 crore Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM JANMAN) programme targets the PVTGs, among India's most isolated communities. Many live without pucca housing, clean drinking water, electricity, or road access. The government launched PM JANMAN in November 2023 to fill these gaps through a coordinated effort of all concerned ministries.
Ashok Gehlot questions ECs functioning amid SIR dissent row
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has questioned the functioning of the Election Commission of India after a report revealed that Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had formally raised objections to several decisions taken within the poll panel. Gehlot quoted a recent report that the two Election Commissioners recorded objections at least 14 times over the past 10 months, including concerns over voter registration, deletion of names from electoral rolls and the centralisation of access to the voter database. Reacting to the development, Gehlot said the concerns raised by the two Election Commissioners vindicated the questions that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had been raising about the Election Commission. The entire country is aware of what is happening. There were concerns about the functioning of the Election Commission from the very beginning. Rahul Gandhi had repeatedly raised questions about the Election Commission, and now two of the Election Commissioners themselves have raised objections to decisions being taken within the Commission. Gehlot said the issue was not merely about an individual but about the credibility and independence of a constitutional institution. If two members of the Election Commission are putting their objections on record and saying that important decisions were taken without their knowledge or approval, then this is a matter of serious concern. The country deserves to know how such decisions are being taken. Gehlot also questioned the government's decision to change the law governing the appointment of Election Commissioners and exclude the Chief Justice of India from the selection panel. The independence of constitutional institutions is essential for democracy. When questions are being raised from within the Election Commission itself, these concerns cannot simply be ignored. There must be transparency and accountability. He further said that public confidence in the electoral process was at stake. People, especially the younger generation, need to understand what is happening. Elections are the foundation of democracy. If people's confidence in the electoral process is weakened, it affects the credibility of the entire democratic system. Gehlot maintained that the latest developments made it necessary for the functioning of the Election Commission to be examined transparently. This is a much larger question about democracy and the future of the country. The Election Commission must function independently, transparently and in accordance with the Constitution and the law. The Election Commission, however, has rejected the suggestion that its decisions were taken without the participation of the full Commission. In a response issued on Wednesday, the poll panel said differing views and observations were a normal part of institutional deliberations and asserted that decisions taken over the past year, including those relating to electoral-roll revision and SIR, were unanimous decisions of the full Commission.
Supreme Court Demands Rajasthan Government Response After Forest Guard Crushed by Dumper
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday appointed Sanjay Bhatia as its new in-charge for Rajasthan, with Rajya Sabha MP Kavita Patidar and Delhi BJP leader Kuljeet Singh Chahal named as Co-in-charges. The appointments are part of a wider organisational reshuffle covering 28 states and eight Union Territories. The new assignments were announced by BJP President Nitin Nabin and take effect immediately. Bhatia will now oversee the party's organisational affairs in Rajasthan, while Patidar and Chahal will assist him as Co-in-charges. The appointments come as the BJP prepares for the next phase of political activity in Rajasthan, including the state's Panchayati Raj elections. The BJP has also been undertaking organisational preparations at the grassroots level ahead of the upcoming polls. Bhatia, a senior BJP leader, has been given responsibility for Rajasthan as part of the latest national organisational reshuffle. His appointment places him at the centre of the BJP's organisational coordination in the state, where the party is currently in government under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. Bhatia will be responsible for coordinating with the State BJP leadership and monitoring organisational activities across Rajasthan. The BJP has appointed two Co-in-charges to assist Bhatia in managing the party's organisational affairs in Rajasthan. Rajya Sabha MP Kavita Patidar has been appointed one of the two Co-in-charges. She hails from Madhya Pradesh and is a member of the BJP's national-level political organisation. Patidar will work alongside Bhatia as part of the new Rajasthan organisational team. Kuljeet Chahal, a Delhi BJP leader and member of the New Delhi Municipal Council, has been appointed the second Co-in-charge for Rajasthan. Chahal has been associated with the BJP's youth organisation and has held organisational responsibilities in Delhi. The Rajasthan appointments are part of a larger BJP organisational exercise covering 36 states and Union Territories. The BJP has appointed new in-charges and Co-in-charges in several states. Among the other major changes, Baijayant Jay Panda has been appointed Maharashtra In-charge, Vinod Tawde has been given charge of Uttar Pradesh, Smriti Irani has been assigned Chhattisgarh and Haryana, and Ram Madhav has been given responsibility for Tamil Nadu and Uttarakhand. For Rajasthan, the new organisational team is In-charge: Sanjay Bhatia, co-in-charge: Kavita Patidar and co-in-charge: Kuljeet Chahal. The new appointments assume significance as the BJP continues to strengthen its organisational machinery in Rajasthan ahead of the next round of elections and grassroots-level political activity.
Delhi HC notice on PIL challenging 3-year Bar practice for Assistant Public Prosecutor posts
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the mandatory requirement of three years practice at the bar for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) in Delhi. A bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia sought responses from the Union government, the Delhi government, and the Directorate of Prosecution on the plea filed by Bhumika Trust through advocate Jayant Singh Raghav. The petition challenges the three-year Bar experience condition prescribed under the Directorate of Prosecution, Government of NCT of Delhi, Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment Rules, 2025, notified on January 19, 2026. The petitioner contends that the requirement excludes otherwise qualified law graduates and newly enrolled advocates from even participating in the recruitment process solely because they have not completed three years of practice at the Bar. The petition argues that while professional competence and preparedness are legitimate objectives for recruitment to prosecutorial posts, three years of prior Bar practice cannot necessarily be treated as the only means of achieving those objectives. It contends that less exclusionary mechanisms, including structured induction training, probation, practical attachments and supervised prosecutorial training, could be considered to ensure professional preparedness. The plea states that an eligibility criterion which completely excludes an otherwise professionally qualified class from even participating in a competitive selection process must withstand scrutiny under the constitutional guarantees of equality and equality of opportunity in public employment. According to the plea, the Supreme Court, in its judgment in Ayush Yardi v. State of Madhya Pradesh, held that additional requirements relating to three years practice at the Bar or securing the prescribed marks in the first attempt could not operate against candidates with disabilities and struck down the requirements qua PwD candidates. The petition also refers to the Supreme Court's subsequent judgment in Bhumika Trust v. Union of India, which modified its earlier directions prescribing three years' practice for recruitment to the Civil Judge (Junior Division) cadre. The petitioner has submitted that the Supreme Court's modified framework demonstrates that professional preparedness for legal and judicial public office can also be achieved through structured institutional training and practical exposure, rather than exclusively through a fixed period of prior Bar practice. The petitioner has also cited recruitment practices in other states, referring to recruitment for Assistant District Attorney posts in Haryana and Assistant Prosecution Officer posts in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, where three years prior practice at the Bar was not prescribed as an essential eligibility condition. The petition contends that these recruitment models demonstrate the existence of alternative approaches to entry-level prosecutorial recruitment. The plea has also raised concerns regarding candidates with disabilities, particularly in view of the eight vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities in the ongoing Delhi APP recruitment. It submits that reservation by itself may not ensure substantive equality if an antecedent eligibility condition unjustifiably excludes otherwise qualified candidates from entering the zone of consideration. The petitioner has sought a declaration that the three-year practice requirement for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Public Prosecutor is unconstitutional and arbitrary. It has also sought interim protection in relation to the ongoing recruitment, including a direction to provisionally permit otherwise educationally qualified candidates to submit applications and participate in the selection process, subject to the final outcome of the PIL.
UP got highest share in total visitor-trips followed by Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, finds Tourism Survey
The survey was conducted during July 2025 and June 2026 among over 2.46 lakh households all over the country except villages in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Call for Martyr Status for Ranger Killed in Illegal Mining Operation in Rajasthan
A ranger killed during an anti-mining operation in Rajasthan is being posthumously honored as calls for martyr status grow. Call for Martyr Status for Ranger Killed in Illegal Mining Operation in Rajasthan
Rajasthan Weather Update: Monsoon Retreat Continues as Dry Conditions Dominate, Check Rain Outlook
Rajasthan is moving toward the closing phase of the southwest monsoon, with dry weather becoming increasingly dominant across the state. As the monsoon retreats from northwestern India, sunshine and higher daytime temperatures are again becoming noticeable, particularly across western Rajasthan.Acco...
Calls grow for martyr status to ranger killed during anti-mining operation in Rajasthan
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) Forest Department Ranger Pratap Singh Chundawat, who was killed while leading an operation against illegal mining in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district, is being widely hailed for his service, with public representatives, forest officials and social organisations demanding that he be accorded martyr status. The demand has gathered momentum in the wake of the ranger's death during a late-night enforcement operation in Chhoti Sadri, where he and his team had acted on information regarding illegal mining and unauthorised transportation of soil in a forest area. ADM Vijayesh Pandya said the request for martyr status was being forwarded to the government, while DFO Suresh Agarwal said the Forest Department would also submit a formal proposal. For Pratap Singh's family, however, the loss is far more personal. The 40-year-old ranger was the sole breadwinner of his household. His death has left his wife, Asha Kunwar, 13-year-old daughter Gunjan, and 8-year-old son Aniruddh without their primary support. The family had already suffered the recent death of Pratap Singh's father. His own death has now deepened the family's grief and uncertainty. Pratap Singh had been posted in Chhoti Sadri around two years ago. During this period, he became actively involved in forest protection, wildlife monitoring, and rescue operations. He participated in rescue efforts involving tigers, leopards, pythons and crocodiles. Colleagues and people familiar with his work also knew him as a skilled marksman and an accomplished swimmer. His work had reportedly earned wider recognition, with his name proposed for a state-level award in recognition of his service. His death came while he was performing one of the most challenging aspects of his official duty, acting against illegal mining and unauthorised transportation of soil in a forest area. Around 11.30 p.m. on Monday, Pratap Singh and his team reached the forest area of Chak Sukhad, near Ghati-wale Balaji in Chhoti Sadri, after receiving information about illegal mining and soil transportation. The team found a JCB, a tractor, and a soil-loaded dumper at the site. During the operation, the dumper was seized. Forest staff member Suresh Meghwal was inside the dumper, while Pratap Singh began returning towards the range office on his Bullet motorcycle. According to the police account, the dumper driver suddenly accelerated the vehicle. The ranger and his motorcycle were allegedly dragged for around 50 metres. Pratap Singh sustained critical injuries and was rushed to hospital, where doctors declared him dead. What began as a routine enforcement operation against illegal mining had turned into a fatal incident, cutting short the life of a forest official who had spent years working in the field. Following the incident, police intensified the investigation and launched a search for the dumper driver. Pratapgarh SP Vishal Jangid said several people had been detained for questioning and that all aspects of the case were being investigated. Three police teams have been deployed to locate the accused driver, and raids are being conducted at different locations, he said. Police have also seized the JCB and tractor found at the site. Investigators are examining the role of the dumper and people allegedly associated with the illegal soil transportation. According to reports, the dumper driver took the vehicle towards the vicinity of his village, unloaded the soil, and then fled. Three people, including JCB owner Harish Thakur, have reportedly been detained for questioning. The person who allegedly commissioned the soil removal is also being questioned. A forensic team has collected evidence from the scene, while the ranger's body was handed over to his family following the post-mortem examination. Pratap Singh hailed from Amrana village in the Medi area of Chittorgarh district. For his wife and two young children, his death means losing not only a husband and father but also the family's principal financial support. His 13-year-old daughter Gunjan and 8-year-old son Aniruddh are now facing a future without the person who was supporting the household. The circumstances are particularly painful for the family as Pratap Singh had himself recently lost his father. His last rites were performed with state honours, amid grief among family members, villagers and colleagues. The demand to accord Pratap Singh martyr status has emerged as one of the central responses to his death. Supporters of the demand point to the circumstances in which he died -- while carrying out an official operation against illegal mining -- and his record of service in forest and wildlife protection. MP CP Joshi has demanded martyr status along with strict action against those responsible. ADM Vijayesh Pandya said the request would be forwarded to the government. DFO Suresh Agarwal has also said the Forest Department will formally submit a proposal to the government. The final decision on the demand rests with the government. The incident has put a focus on forest protection challenges. Pratapgarh has a forest area of approximately 1,319 square km, making enforcement and protection a significant responsibility for the Forest Department. The incident has also brought renewed attention to vacancies, manpower and resource constraints faced by forest officials working across large and difficult terrain. For forest personnel, operations against illegal mining and other unauthorised activities can involve working at night and in remote areas, often in challenging conditions. Pratap Singh's death has therefore become more than a case being investigated by police. It has also prompted questions about the risks faced by field-level forest officials and the support available to them while carrying out enforcement duties. As the police continue searching for the accused dumper driver and the government considers the demand for martyr status, Pratap Singh's family is left to cope with an irreversible loss. For his wife and two children, the ranger who spent his career protecting forests and rescuing wildlife was, above all, the person holding their family together.
Watch: Apache firepower joins US war machines during India-US drill Yudh Abhyas
Apache attack helicopters of the Indian Army are currently participating in Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 with US forces. This joint exercise is taking place at Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan and Auli in Uttarakhand. Around 600 personnel from both nations are involved in various operations, including mountain warfare and live-fire activities. The Apache helicopters are demonstrating capabilities in target acquisition and precision engagement during these drills.
RPSC Assistant Professor Result 2026 Out - Check History
RPSC Assistant Professor Result 2026 notices released on 23 September 2026 for History and Geography. Check History cutoff marks and interview-qualified list, and download the Geography disqualified candidates list at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in.
Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 registration has started on 23 September 2026 at ug.neetrajasthan.com. Check important dates, application fee, security deposit, choice filling, seat allotment schedule, and the direct registration link here.
Education, health top priorities for J&K to compete globally: CM Omar
Srinagar, Sept 23 : Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said education and healthcare must remain the top priorities of the Jammu and Kashmir Government to enable children from the Union Territory to compete at national and international levels. Addressing students at the ALOHA National Level Competition (NLC)-2026 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, the Chief Minister, as per the news agencyKashmir News Observer (KNO), praised the performance of participating children, particularly their ability to solve complex arithmetic problems mentally. Today, these children have really made me feel ashamed. If you had given me a calculator, I would not have been able to find the answers as quickly as they did, Omar said. Recalling his own school days, the Chief Minister said mathematics had been a difficult subject for him and that merely passing it had been a significant achievement. I know how many times I had to study it. What I saw from these children today makes me feel that whatever they choose to do, they will succeed in it. May Allah give them more success, he said. Omar said children today face far greater distractions than previous generations, with multiple television channels, mobile phones and other digital platforms competing for their attention. In our time, we did not have so much competition for the attention of children. We had hardly one channel on television. Today, when you have 30, 40 or 50 channels and then a phone to turn to, keeping a child interested in one thing is very difficult, he said. He credited parents and teachers for helping children reach a level where they could compete successfully at national-level events. The Chief Minister said education and healthcare form the foundation of development, stressing that other investments would have limited value without progress in these two sectors. The biggest responsibility for the government is to pay attention to these two things and how we improve the education system and how we improve the health system. Only then can our children compete not just at the national level but at the international level, he said. Omar also highlighted the need to improve student retention in Jammu and Kashmir, saying the region performs well at the primary and middle-school levels but witnesses a decline in retention as students move to high and higher secondary classes. He said strengthening retention was essential to safeguarding the future of children in J&K. The Chief Minister also called for greater cooperation between government and private schools, saying children should not be viewed differently on the basis of the institution they attend. This is not a competition between a private school and a government school. The children are ours, whether they study in a government school or a private school, and they are the future of Jammu and Kashmir, he said. He said the government is working to simplify procedures for private schools, particularly by reducing hurdles and delays related to permissions and approvals. He said efforts are also underway to simplify processes in school and higher education, adding that the government had passed a bill for private universities to provide students with greater opportunities to pursue higher education within Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister stressed the need to prepare students for emerging fields, including artificial intelligence, by incorporating new developments into the curriculum and syllabus. Referring to the ALOHA competition, Omar said the participation of children from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, other states and abroad was encouraging. Children from remote areas of Jammu and Kashmir, along with participants from Karnataka, Rajasthan and other parts of the world, have travelled to Kashmir to be part of this competition. It gives us a lot of hope, he said. He said the participation and performance of students demonstrated the potential for stronger collaboration between schools, students and ALOHA in the coming years. Omar also praised the enthusiasm of the participants, saying he had rarely seen the SKICC hall filled with so many young awardees. You are all winners, whether you took back a trophy from here or not. Just being here and being able to compete is a victory, he said, congratulating the students, parents and teachers. The Chief Minister further said the government would examine the possibility of introducing mental arithmetic and similar initiatives in government schools to provide students with a level playing field. Today, what I saw makes me believe that the future of Jammu and Kashmir will be very bright, Omar said.(KNO)
Rajasthan Excise Drive: Liquor Worth Over
Udaipur, September 23, 2026: The Rajasthan Excise Department has seized Indian-made foreign liquor worth more than 1.11 crore and arrested 271 people as part of a special preventive campaign against illegal liquor activities across the state. The campaign is being conducted under the direction of Excise Commissioner Namit Mehta to prevent the illegal manufacturing, storage, ... Read more Rajasthan Excise Drive: Liquor Worth Over 1.11 Crore Seized, 271 Arrested
Mewar Bachao Manch Joins Rajasthan Police Cyber Crime Awareness Campaign
Udaipur: Mewar Bachao Manch has joined the Rajasthan Polices statewide cyber crime awareness campaign being conducted across the state in September to educate people about rising cases of cyber fraud and ways to stay safe. The Rajasthan Police is conducting the month-long awareness drive to inform people about different forms of cyber crime and preventive ... Read more Mewar Bachao Manch Joins Rajasthan Police Cyber Crime Awareness Campaign
The BJP has strategically appointed Sanjay Bhatia as the in-charge for Rajasthan, supported by co-in-charges Kavita Patidar and Kuljeet Chahal. For Maharashtra, Baijayant Jay Panda leads the charge alongside a team of co-in-charges. Sunil Bansal will manage Telangana and West Bengal, with carefully appointed co-in-charges. Vinod Tawde has been assigned the Uttar Pradesh in-charge role, and Smriti Irani is set to oversee the strategies in Chhattisgarh and Haryana.
Rajasthan University LL.B Result 2026 Out - Check Revaluation Result Online at result.uniraj.ac.in
Rajasthan University has released the revaluation result 2026 for LL.B. I Year, II Year (Academic), and III Year (Professional) Old Scheme examinations on 23-09-2026. Check your updated LL.B. reval result online at result.uniraj.ac.in.
Widow gets job after husband's death; Rajasthan HC orders 25% salary to mother-in-law
A widow employed through a compassionate appointment must allocate part of her salary to her mother-in-law. The Rajasthan high court acknowledged that the widow halted financial support after remarrying. She initially committed to providing for her family when applying for the position. The court's decision mandates that 25 percent of her salary be deducted for the elderly mother.
Chhattisgarh Police Arrest Drug Smuggler with 10 Kilograms of Cannabis
A drug smuggler was apprehended in Chhattisgarh with over 10 kg of cannabis, valued at 518,000, while traveling from Odisha to Rajasthan. Chhattisgarh Police Arrest Drug Smuggler with 10 Kilograms of Cannabis
Eight luxury cars burnt as fire breaks out at Mercedes workshop in Jaipur
Jaipur A massive fire broke out at a Mercedes workshop in Balaji Market in Rajasthans Jaipur, destroying around eight cars The post Eight luxury cars burnt as fire breaks out at Mercedes workshop in Jaipur appeared first on Bilkul Online .
India Tests 1,000-Km-Range 'KAL' One-Way Attack Drone At Pokhran Range
Indias indigenous long-range unmanned strike capabilities received a boost with the successful flight trial of KAL, a reported 1,000-kilometre-range one-way attack drone, at the Pokhran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. Developed by Noida-based defence technology company IG Defence, KAL was tested from a vehicle-mounted launch platform. According to the company, the trial validated its airframe, propulsion, avionics, navigation and mission architecture. KAL reportedly has an endurance of seven to eight hours, a payload capacity of up to 50 kilograms and an operating altitude of up to 5,000 metres. Its navigation system combines multi-band GNSS and inertial navigation. The company says KAL can be configured for precision engagement of designated targets and integrated with its GRID battle management system.
BJPmaintains dominance in Rajasthan urban bodies by winning 6 deputy mayor seats
BJP Attributes Success in Rajasthan Urban Local Body Elections to Bhajanlal Model
The BJP credits its strong performance in Rajasthans local elections to the Bhajanlal Model and innovative campaign strategies. BJP Attributes Success in Rajasthan Urban Local Body Elections to Bhajanlal Model
Rajasthan High Court Grants Bail to Naresh Meena in Assault Case Involving SDM
Naresh Meena received bail from the Rajasthan High Court in a case involving the alleged assault of an SDM during a by-election. Rajasthan High Court Grants Bail to Naresh Meena in Assault Case Involving SDM
'Everything Is Fine In Our Schools': CJP Team Stopped In Greater Noida, Locals Question School Visit
The Cockroach Janta Partys School Thik Karo campaign faced another confrontation in Greater Noida after locals stopped co-convenor Saurav Das and his team from entering a government school. Das alleged that schools were locked ahead of their arrival and claimed the team was being followed by a car without a registration plate. The episode follows an earlier dispute over school access in Gautam Buddha Nagar, where education officials rejected claims of ordered closures. The campaign has also led to confrontations in Rajasthan and political demands in Odisha.
BJP Secures Six Deputy Mayor Positions in Rajasthan, Congress Fails to Win Any
In Rajasthans recent municipal elections, the BJP won six deputy mayor positions, while Congress was left empty-handed. BJP Secures Six Deputy Mayor Positions in Rajasthan, Congress Fails to Win Any
J&K FDA bans sale of 4 ghee brands after samples fail food safety tests
Srinagar, Sep 22: The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), Jammu & Kashmir, has prohibited the sale, storage, distribution and display of specified batches of four ghee brands across the Union Territory after samples collected from different districts were found to be Unsafe, Sub-standard or both during laboratory analysis. The prohibitory order has been issued by Khalid Jahangir, Commissioner, Food Safety, J&K, under the relevant provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, with immediate effect. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. According to the order, samples of various ghee brands were lifted by Food Safety Officers from Anantnag, Jammu, Kathua, Samba and Pulwama and analysed by notified food laboratories, including the National Food Laboratory, Ghaziabad, and Food Testing Laboratory, Srinagar. The reports found that the affected products did not conform to prescribed food safety standards. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The FDA said the analytical findings included the detection of beta-sitosterol, vegetable fat and foreign fat, along with positive Baudouin test results and deviations in prescribed parameters including Reichert-Meissl value, Polenske value, saponification value, B.R. reading, iodine value and fatty-acid profile. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. Four Ghee Brands Under Prohibition As per the order, the following affected batches have been prohibited throughout J&K:Cow Ghee Milk Bite Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Mahadev Industries, Rajasthan. The sample was collected from Jammu, batch No. 143, dated July 2026, with April 2027 as the best-before date and net content of 500 ml. The product was declared Sub-standard. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands.Pehalwan Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Comfy Agro Pvt. Ltd., Gidderbaha, District Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab. The sample was collected from Anantnag, batch No. PW-005, dated May 2026, with a best-before period of nine months and net content of 500 ml. The analytical opinion classified it as Unsafe. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands.Swift Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Suneja Food Products, SICOP Industrial Estate, Hisar, Haryana. The sample was collected from Anantnag, batch No. M-92, dated April 2026, with April 2027 as the best-before date and net content of 450 ml. The product was declared Unsafe. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. Sangath Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Akshar Dairy Product, Santhal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The sample was collected from Anantnag, batch No. AD-05/01, dated May 2026, with February 2027 as the best-before date and net content of 200 ml. The analytical opinion classified it as Unsafe/Sub-standard. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. FBOs Directed To Immediately Stop Sale The FDA has directed Food Business Operators, manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers and other persons dealing in the affected products to immediately discontinue their sale, storage, distribution and display across J&K. The concerned operators have also been directed to segregate the affected batches and keep them in safe custody. They have been prohibited from disposing of, selling, transferring or otherwise dealing with the affected stock without approval or directions from the competent Food Safety Authority. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The order further requires all concerned FBOs to submit the complete stock position of the affected batchesincluding quantities received, sold/distributed and presently availableto the concerned Designated Officer within 48 hours of issuance of the order. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. Inspections, Surveillance Ordered The concerned Designated Officers and Food Safety Officers have been directed to ensure immediate implementation of the order and conduct necessary verification and inspections of premises and supply chains. The enforcement authorities have also been asked to maintain strict surveillance over the movement, storage, sale and distribution of the prohibited food articles and take immediate action wherever the affected batches are detected. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The FDA has warned that anyone found violating the prohibitory order will be liable for action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the rules and regulations framed thereunder, besides any other action permissible under law. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The order also states that the action has been taken as a precautionary measure in the public interest and does not prevent the concerned Food Business Operators from exercising their statutory right to seek re-analysis through an FSSAI-notified referral laboratory in accordance with law. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The prohibitory order was issued on September 22, 2026, and signed by Khalid Jahangir, JKAS, Commissioner, Food & Drugs Administration, J&K. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands.(KNC)
OPINION | Rajasthan's local body elections: What's the secret of BJP victory?
BJP has scored a windfall of gains in the elections to posts of mayors and chairpersons of municipal corporations and municipalities. Throwing mathematical calculations to the wind, councillors indulged in massive cross-voting. Independents changed floors.
Rare female caracal radio-collared released into wild in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer
Councillors, Court, 10 pm Vote: How Congress Won Rajasthan's Tijara Thriller
In the 35-member council, 31 were independents. Congress had just one councillor, while the BJP had three. That left the independents holding the key to the outcome.
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Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy bags orders worth Rs 985 crore in India, South Africa
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy has secured new orders valued over Rs 985 crore. These significant orders were obtained from both domestic and international markets. The company will execute a Balance of System package in Rajasthan. Additionally, two projects in South Africa involve Battery Energy Storage Systems. This expansion highlights the company's growing presence in renewable energy solutions.
Digital libraries helping students prepare for boards, competitive exams
Several districts across Karnataka, Maharashtra and Rajasthan are leading the way in refurbishing unused assets into digital libraries to help students prepare for board exams and competitive entrances. Plan is to set up more such libraries to improve educational outcomes in these districts under the Aspirational District Programme and the Aspirational Block Programme while also initiating crowd funding for some of the best libraries, adoption of libraries and mentoring students to scale up the project and expand outreach.
Syrma inaugurates new medical plastics and precision molding facility in Jodhpur
Syrma Johari MedTech, a Syrma SGS Technology company, inaugurated its new Medical Plastics and Precision Molding Facility in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, marking an important milestone in the company's continued expansion of its MedTech manufacturing capabilities.
Jaipur Weather Today: Rain or Strong Sunshine? Check Rajasthan Forecast for September 22
The monsoon's influence is gradually weakening across Rajasthan, and the weather on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 is expected to remain relatively calm across much of the state. Residents of Jaipur hoping for another spell of heavy rain are unlikely to see widespread rainfall today, while warmer dayti...
Rajasthan Local Body Elections: Deputy Mayor and Chairperson Positions Up for Grabs
Rajasthan focuses on local leadership elections with Deputy Mayor, Deputy Chairperson, and Vice-Chairperson positions contested across 309 urban bodies. Rajasthan Local Body Elections: Deputy Mayor and Chairperson Positions Up for Grabs
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Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 22 (IANS) After the completion of elections for Mayors, Chairpersons and Municipal Presidents, attention has now shifted to the second-tier leadership posts in Rajasthan's Urban Local Bodies. Elections for Deputy Mayors, Deputy Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons are being held on Tuesday across 309 urban bodies, including 10 Municipal Corporations. Of the state's 309 urban bodies, 10 are Municipal Corporations, 51 are Municipal Councils and 248 are Municipalities. Deputy Mayors will be elected in the Municipal Corporations, Deputy Chairpersons in the Municipal Councils, and Vice-Chairpersons in the Municipalities. Elected councilors of the respective urban bodies will participate in the elections. Where necessary, voting will be followed by counting and declaration of results. Elections for the post of Deputy Mayor are being held today in Rajasthan's 10 Municipal Corporations. At the same time, elections are taking place for Deputy Chairpersons in 51 Municipal Councils and Vice-Chairpersons in 248 Municipalities. The local councilor arithmetic is expected to play an important role, particularly in bodies where no party has a clear majority. Independent councilors could also be significant in closely contested elections. Following the completion of polling, votes will be counted and the results declared according to the election schedule. With the results for Mayors, Chairpersons and Municipal Presidents already being declared, political activity has now shifted toward the elections for the corresponding deputy posts. The elections will complete the leadership structure of the state's Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils and Municipalities. In bodies where the councilor numbers are closely divided, parties and local leaders have been focussing on securing the required support. The election for Deputy Mayor of the Alwar Municipal Corporation is scheduled for today. The BJP and Congress finalised their respective strategies late on Monday night. Following the mayoral election, councilors from both parties had stayed at their respective camps. They are expected to arrive at the Municipal Corporation today to participate in the Deputy Mayor election. The BJP won the Mayor's post but is also working to secure the Deputy Mayor position. Political activity has increased at the Municipal Corporation ahead of the election. The Deputy Mayor election process in the Udaipur Municipal Corporation begins on Tuesday. BJP leaders continued discussions over the party's candidate late on Monday night. Dinesh Bhatt's name has reportedly been under consideration, although an official announcement had not been made as of the latest update. The nomination process is scheduled to begin at 10 AM, followed by the remaining stages of the election process. Political activity has intensified at the Municipal Corporation ahead of the vote. Elections for Deputy Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson posts are being held today in five Urban Local Bodies in Karauli district. The Deputy Chairperson election will be held in the Karauli Municipal Council, while Vice-Chairperson elections are scheduled in the municipalities of Todabhim, Sapotra, Mandrayal and Suroth. The nomination process will be completed first, with voting taking place if required. Elected councilors will cast their votes to choose the Deputy Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson. After the completion of the Chairperson and Municipal President elections, political activity has now shifted to the elections for these deputy posts.
