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Sawai Madhopur: Wildlife enthusiasts visiting the world-famous Ranthambore National Park will now have to experience the king of the jungle with their own eyes — not through a phone screen. Following strict instructions from the Supreme Court, the Forest Department has imposed a complete ban on mobile phone usage during safaris. Tourists will no longer be able to take selfies or shoot reels, as interfering with the tigers’ natural privacy can now have serious consequences. Supreme Court Guidelines Drive the MoveSanjeev Sharma, Deputy Conservator of Forests (Tourism) for the Ranthambore Tiger Project, stated that the stringent decision was taken in adherence to Supreme Court guidelines. Tourists often create noise or venture too close to capture the perfect photo or video, disturbing the...

Tonk, Rajasthan: The standoff between prominent Rajasthan political figure Naresh Meena and the state government ended around 1 a.m. on Friday night. Meena, who was leading his supporters on a march to Jaipur with 11 key demands, was stopped by heavy police barricades near Amli Mor on National Highway 116. After hours of tense negotiations and marathon talks, the administration reached a written agreement with Meena, leading him to suspend the march. Mediation and Key Points of Agreement The negotiations were mediated by the Divisional Commissioner of Ajmer, with ADMs and the Additional SP of Tonk coordinating on-site. Meena was allowed direct phone communication with the Commissioner. The government agreed to provide pending compensation to the victims of Samravata violence, submit ...

Jodhpur, Rajasthan: Under the orders of the Supreme Court, Ladakh-based climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was brought from Jodhpur Central Jail to AIIMS Jodhpur on Saturday morning for a comprehensive medical examination. He was transported under tight security following complaints of a severe stomach infection, reportedly caused by consumption of contaminated water in the jail. The medical report from AIIMS is scheduled to be submitted to the Supreme Court by 2 February. Subsequent legal and medical decisions will be made based on the findings. High-Security Transport to AIIMS Sonam Wangchuk was escorted from the jail to AIIMS under a special security cover, with the entire route and hospital premises placed on high alert under the supervision of Police Commissioner Om Prakash. Add...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: A recent district-level survey has found that 3,768 government school buildings in Rajasthan are in a dilapidated condition, Education Minister Madan Dilawar informed the state Assembly during the budget session on Friday. The data was revealed in response to a question raised by BJP MLA Sandeep Sharma. Survey Triggered by Tragic Jhalawar Incident The survey followed a tragic incident in Jhalawar district, where part of a government school building collapsed, killing seven children. In the aftermath, the state government ordered district-level inspections of all government school buildings, which led to the current findings. Status of Dilapidated Buildings Out of the 3,768 identified buildings, 2,558 have been officially declared dilapidated, while the remain...

Ajmer, Rajasthan: In a shocking case that shook the city, the SC-ST Court in Ajmer on Friday sentenced Ragini Dubey to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of her father, Ashok Dubey, in 2020. Six years ago, the 31-year-old woman killed her 62-year-old father during a domestic altercation, later sending a photograph of his bloodied body to her elder sister via WhatsApp. The Night of Horror The incident took place on 3 February 2020 in Vigyan Nagar, Adarsh Nagar. Following a heated argument with her father, Ragini allegedly attacked him in a blind rage, inflicting 19 serious injuries, leading to his immediate death at the scene. Chilling Actions After the Crime Ragini reportedly dragged her father’s bloodied body outside and cleaned the room afterward. She then messaged her e...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: The weather in Rajasthan is set to change again from Saturday, with the state likely to experience rain and hail over the next 48 hours. The Meteorological Department has issued an Orange Alert for 12 districts and a Yellow Alert for some other areas. A new Western Disturbance, becoming active today, is expected to impact five divisions, including Jaipur, with heavy rainfall and hailstorms likely. Weather Impact Across Divisions Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Jaipur Meteorological Centre, said the system will primarily affect eastern and southern Rajasthan. Dense clouds are expected over Udaipur, Kota, Jaipur, Bharatpur, and Ajmer divisions today and tomorrow (1 February). The region may also experience strong winds along with rainfall and hail, prompting autho...

Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan: Renowned film and television producer Ekta Kapoor enjoyed an exhilarating tiger safari at Ranthambore National Park’s Zone 4 on Friday evening. During the safari, she had the rare opportunity to spot the famous tigress Riddhi along with her playful cubs, moments she captured enthusiastically on her mobile phone. Often known for creating suspense and thrill on television through shows like Naagin, Ekta was visibly thrilled to witness the real “queen of the jungle” in her natural habitat. Accompanied by friends and family, she stayed at the luxury Nahargarh hotel in Sawai Madhopur and embarked on the safari in an open jeep, soaking in the scenic beauty of the Aravalli hills and dense forests. Ekta joyfully recorded the playful antics of the tigress and her cu...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Amit Sudarshan, an officer of the Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS), 2015 batch, has assumed the position of Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of North Western Railway. He took charge on Friday, succeeding Captain Shashi Kiran, who has been transferred to the role of Chief Project Manager – Rolling Stock, Jaipur. A native of Pilani in Jhunjhunu district, Amit Sudarshan’s appointment as North Western Railway’s CPRO is a proud moment for the Shekhawati region. He is an alumnus of IIT Roorkee, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and IIM Kolkata, from where he completed his PGDBA. A Career Marked by Operational Excellence Before taking on the role of CPRO, Sudarshan served as Deputy Chief Commercial Manager (Passenger Services & Passenger...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: The Rajasthan High Court has granted temporary relief to Neerja Modi School in the aftermath of the tragic death of 9-year-old Amayra, who reportedly jumped from the school’s fourth floor. The case, currently under judicial review, saw the court instructing the school to present its stance before the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). A single-judge bench led by Justice Bipin Gupta heard the school’s petition challenging CBSE’s directive to transfer students of Classes 9 and 11 to other institutions. The High Court has stayed CBSE’s transfer order for one month. However, the court declined to interfere with CBSE’s broader decision regarding the school’s affiliation. The court directed the school to submit its representation to CBSE within one week, and CB...

Jaisalmer, Rajasthan: The Rajasthan Police’s intelligence wing has detained a local youth from the Pokhran area of Jaisalmer district on charges of spying for Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The accused, identified as 28-year-old Jhabraram, allegedly shared sensitive information related to the Indian Army with Pakistani handlers. Additional Director General of Police (Intelligence) Prafull Kumar told the media that the suspect had passed on strategic and confidential details about the Indian Army to operators across the border. He added that the arrest was the result of continuous surveillance and intelligence inputs indicating a rise in espionage activities by Pakistani agencies in Rajasthan’s border regions. Suspicious Activities Detected ADGP Kumar said that based...