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Jaipur, Rajasthan: A gruesome act of violence shook the Bhattabasti area of Jaipur late Sunday night when a young man was fatally stabbed over a personal dispute. The shocking incident sparked anger among locals, leading to a tense standoff at the police station. Authorities have identified the main accused, Arbaz, and are now rigorously combing through CCTV footage to track down the perpetrators. Brutal Attack on Adil:The victim, identified as Adil, was near his home around 11 PM when Arbaz, accompanied by a group of associates, allegedly confronted him. Eyewitnesses reported that before Adil could react, the attackers unleashed a flurry of knife strikes. Adil was left bloodied and collapsed to the ground. The assailants fled the scene immediately. Emergency services rushed Adil to a n...

Jaipur: This year, the festival of Holi in Rajasthan has become a subject of considerable debate due to the rare alignment of the lunar eclipse and traditional calendar calculations. With Bhadra period and Purnima tithi adding to the confusion, scholars and devotees are discussing whether Holika Dahan should be celebrated on March 2 or March 3. Parents of schoolchildren are particularly concerned, as final exams for younger students are scheduled around this period. Holi Schedule for 2026:According to Rishikesh and Divakar Panchang calculations: Holika Dahan: March 2, 2026 (Monday) Rangwali Holi / Dhulandi: March 4, 2026 (Wednesday) The Purnima tithi begins at 5:56 PM on March 2 and ends at 5:08 PM on March 3. Hindu scriptures stipulate that Holika Dahan must be performed dur...