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Vasundhara Raje’s Balotra Visit Sparks Questions Over BJP’s Internal Coordination

5Dec

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Vasundhara Raje’s Balotra Visit Sparks Questions Over BJP’s Internal Coordination

Jaipur: Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje’s visit to Balotra has once again raised questions about the BJP organisation’s internal coordination and its approach toward one of its tallest leaders. When Raje reached Kalyanpur, several senior party workers openly complained that they were not informed about her arrival in time. Their resentment reflects organisational lapses and has triggered a broader debate: Is the BJP sidelining Vasundhara Raje despite her strong electoral relevance?Raje, a prominent leader from the erstwhile Scindia royal family and two-time CM of Rajasthan, continues to enjoy widespread influence. Workers Confront Raje Over Lack of Information During her one-day Balotra tour on Thursday, Raje was directly confronted by BJP workers in Kalyanpur.They...

Cunning Land Mafia in Jaipur Caught Wearing Police Uniform to Evade Arrest

4Dec

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Cunning Land Mafia in Jaipur Caught Wearing Police Uniform to Evade Arrest

Jaipur: Jaipur police have apprehended a cunning land mafia who used police uniforms to evade law enforcement. The accused, Harikrishna Baheti, originally from Jodhpur, was operating a counterfeit currency network alongside his illegal land dealings. He rented a room in Jaipur under the aliases “Gyan Chand” and “Guruji.” Police Seize Fake Notes, Property Documents, and Official SealsDuring a raid on Baheti’s room, police recovered counterfeit currency worth ₹76,000. Additionally, they found 28 property deeds and 34 official department seals bearing names of various officers. Jaipur Commissionerate’s Vidyadhar Nagar police confirmed the seizure, highlighting the scale of Baheti’s criminal operations. Disguised in Khaki to Fool AuthoritiesThe police also found a khaki uniform with a st...

2 Billion-Year-Old Rock Discovered in Aravalli Mountains Could Unlock Secrets of Early Life on Earth

4Dec

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Rajasthan, State

2 Billion-Year-Old Rock Discovered in Aravalli Mountains Could Unlock Secrets of Early Life on Earth

Udaipur: Geologists from Mohanlal Sukhadia University in Udaipur have made a groundbreaking discovery in the Aravalli mountain range—a rock estimated to be around 2 billion years old. The research team believes this ancient rock holds vital chemical signatures that could shed light on the early processes that may have led to the emergence of life on Earth. Significance of the DiscoveryAccording to Professor Ritesh Purohit, Head of the Geology Department, the Aravalli rock is extremely rare and holds historical importance. The rock contains chemical markers that could help scientists understand how life evolved from abiotic chemical reactions during Earth’s early period. For over two decades, researchers have been studying this rock, analyzing its composition for clues about the origin o...

IAS Tina Dabi Takes Stern Action Over Mismanagement at Barmer Veterinary Hospital and Bus Stand

4Dec

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IAS Tina Dabi Takes Stern Action Over Mismanagement at Barmer Veterinary Hospital and Bus Stand

Barmer: Barmer District Collector Tina Dabi expressed strong displeasure over rampant negligence and poor maintenance at the Barmer Veterinary Hospital and Roadways Bus Stand during an unannounced inspection. The sudden visit revealed alarming levels of dirt, disorder, and foul odor, leaving even the collector struggling to breathe. During her surprise inspection, Tina Dabi found the premises in a shocking state. Toilets were filthy, drinking water facilities were inadequate, and broken taps added to the chaos. At the bus stand, the situation was equally poor, with CCTV cameras not operational, worsening overall management. Collector Dabi did not hesitate to reprimand the responsible officials on the spot, ordering immediate cleaning and maintenance. She directed the technical staff ...

Rajasthan HC Halts Assistant Professor Exam, Rebukes RPSC Secretary for Syllabus Delay

4Dec

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Rajasthan HC Halts Assistant Professor Exam, Rebukes RPSC Secretary for Syllabus Delay

The Rajasthan High Court has imposed an immediate stay on the Assistant Professor recruitment examination scheduled for 7th December 2025. The court has directed the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) to release the complete exam syllabus at least 30 days before the exam, highlighting serious concerns over the commission’s functioning. Court Intervention During the hearing, Justice Ashok Kumar Jain expressed deep displeasure with RPSC’s working methods. When the RPSC secretary claimed in an affidavit that the syllabus had been released on 8th October 2025, the court requested proof on the official website. The secretary failed to provide any evidence. Judge Checks RPSC Website Personally In a rare step, the judge personally checked the RPSC website in the courtroom. No ...

Jaipur Traffic Policeman Clings to Truck Bonnet as Drunk Driver Speeds Half a Kilometer

4Dec

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Jaipur Traffic Policeman Clings to Truck Bonnet as Drunk Driver Speeds Half a Kilometer

In a terrifying incident in Jaipur’s Adarsh Nagar area, a traffic policeman narrowly escaped a potential tragedy when a drunk truck driver refused to stop in a no-entry zone. Head Constable Rampal (52) attempted to halt the speeding truck by signaling the driver, but when the vehicle did not stop, he climbed onto the truck’s bonnet to prevent it from advancing. Shockingly, the driver, identified as Raghuveer Singh from Lakshmangarh, Sikar, accelerated, dragging the constable for approximately half a kilometer. Eyewitnesses and nearby commuters quickly intervened, using their vehicles to block the truck’s path and help Rampal maintain his grip until the truck finally came to a halt. The police promptly arrived on the scene and took both the truck and the driver into custody. Authorities ...

Major Relief for Former Rajasthan MLA Shobharani Kushwaha as High Court Quashes Fraud Case Proceedings

4Dec

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Major Relief for Former Rajasthan MLA Shobharani Kushwaha as High Court Quashes Fraud Case Proceedings

Jaipur: The Rajasthan High Court has granted significant relief to former MLA Shobharani Kushwaha by setting aside the criminal proceedings initiated against her in an alleged fraud case. Justice Sameer Jain, delivering the verdict on Wednesday, overturned the orders of the Bharatpur Trial Court and the Additional Sessions Judge, which had taken cognizance of the case under serious IPC sections. Trial Court Orders Quashed The High Court struck down the lower courts’ orders dated 18 October 2022 and 12 May 2023, under which cognizance had been taken against Kushwaha under Sections 420 (cheating), 406 (criminal breach of trust), and 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code. With this decision, all criminal actions initiated against the former legislator stand nullified. ...

Birthday Celebration Turns Brutal in Rajasthan: Man Slits Girlfriend’s Throat in Hotel Room, Later Dies by Suicide

4Dec

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Birthday Celebration Turns Brutal in Rajasthan: Man Slits Girlfriend’s Throat in Hotel Room, Later Dies by Suicide

Tonk, Rajasthan: A horrific incident shocked Tonk district when a birthday celebration between a couple turned into a gruesome crime. A 27-year-old man allegedly slit his girlfriend’s throat inside a hotel room and later attempted suicide. Both have died, leaving the region in shock. Celebration Turns Into a Nightmare According to police, the incident occurred at Gokul Hotel on Dudu Road in Malpura. Mukesh Jat (27), a resident of Diggi, had checked into the hotel with his 26-year-old girlfriend to celebrate his birthday. The couple had been in a relationship for a long time. At some point during the evening, the two got into a heated argument. In a fit of rage, Mukesh allegedly attacked the woman with a sharp weapon, slitting her throat and killing her on the spot. The hotel room ...

Jaipur Traffic Police Crack Down: ₹10,000 Fine and Jail for Horn Misuse, Tinted Windows

3Dec

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Jaipur Traffic Police Crack Down: ₹10,000 Fine and Jail for Horn Misuse, Tinted Windows

Jaipur: Motorists in Jaipur beware — a minor traffic violation could now cost you up to ₹10,000 and even lead to jail time. The city’s traffic police have stepped up enforcement against violations such as excessive honking and black window tints, aiming to maintain road safety and public order. Over the past two weeks, Jaipur traffic authorities ran an awareness campaign, educating drivers about traffic rules, including the prohibition of loud horns near schools, hospitals, and sensitive zones. Now, the police have moved from awareness to strict enforcement. On 2 December, traffic police confiscated high-volume horns from around 400 vehicles and issued 126 challans. DCP Traffic Sumit Meharda warned motorists that under Section 190(2) of the Motor Vehicle Act, anyone using loud horns ...

Former Minister Mahesh Joshi Granted Bail by Supreme Court in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam Case

3Dec

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Former Minister Mahesh Joshi Granted Bail by Supreme Court in Jal Jeevan Mission Scam Case

Jaipur: In a major relief for former minister Dr. Mahesh Joshi, the Supreme Court has granted him bail in connection with the ₹900 crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. Dr. Joshi, who served as the Water Supply Minister in the previous Congress government, has been in Central Jail, Jaipur for the past seven months. With the Supreme Court’s order, his supporters celebrated the decision, and reports suggest that he could be released from jail today, once the bail documents are formally received by the jail authorities. Dr. Joshi was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 24 in connection with alleged irregularities in the Jal Jeevan Mission project. At the time of his arrest, his wife was critically ill in the hospital and passed away just four days after he was taken into custody...