Rajasthan

A fresh controversy has erupted over recruitment examinations conducted by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB), with unemployed youth alleging serious irregularities in both the Fourth Grade employee recruitment results and the Third Grade teacher recruitment examination. Candidates have raised objections to the unusually high cut-off marks announced for the Fourth Grade recruitment exam, claiming that the cut-off has increased almost twofold compared to expectations. According to protesters, this has resulted in a large number of deserving candidates being unfairly excluded from the selection process. Allegations Over Teacher Recruitment Questions The controversy has further intensified with allegations related to the Third Grade teacher recruitment examination. Proteste...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Getting a driving license in Jaipur has become significantly harder following the implementation of the automated driving trial track at the RTO office. Over the past three days, only 7.5% of candidates have managed to pass the test, signaling a sharp drop in successful applicants. Automated Trial System Raises the Bar The new system evaluates driving skills entirely through technology, with sensors and cameras monitoring vehicle speed, balance, lane discipline, signal compliance, and overall driving performance. Human intervention is now minimal, leaving no room for leniency or recommendations. Out of 40 candidates who appeared for the test in the last three days, only three passed. Experts note that in other states where this system has been in use, the pass r...

Kota, Rajasthan: A fresh controversy erupted in Kota during the Level-2 Teacher Recruitment Examination when a female candidate was reportedly denied entry to the exam center for wearing a hijab. The incident has sparked debates about dress codes and religious rights in educational and recruitment settings. The examination, conducted by the Rajasthan Staff Selection Board, was held in two sessions on Sunday. The incident occurred at the Tilak School exam center in Mahaveer Nagar during the second session. According to reports, the candidate, Alisha, arrived in a salwar-kameez with a hijab, but the center superintendent cited the dress code and prevented her from entering. Family Claims Dress Code Permitted HijabAlisha’s father, Barkatullah, stated that they reached the center well be...

Jodhpur: A routine income tax raid in Jodhpur took an unexpected turn when a prominent ghee and edible oil trader suffered a heart attack, forcing the authorities to temporarily halt the operation. The trader was rushed to AIIMS Jodhpur for treatment, highlighting a human dimension in the midst of a high-profile investigation. Highlights: Trader suffers heart attack during IT raid Emergency treatment at Jodhpur AIIMS Prohibitory order issued on residence Investigations continue in Agra and Kanpur Raid Under Investigation of Dairy Product Group The Income Tax Investigation Wing of Uttar Pradesh had reached Jodhpur on January 15 as part of a broader probe into a large food products group with operations in Agra and Kanpur. Concurrent raids were carried out in Jodhpur, ...

Jaipur: Weather conditions across Rajasthan have changed noticeably, with dense fog blanketing several districts on Monday morning, including the state capital Jaipur. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and rainfall in six districts on January 22, indicating the onset of Mawath (winter rain) in the state. Dense Fog Reduces Visibility Districts such as Jaipur, Kota, Bikaner, Alwar, Dausa, and Bharatpur witnessed light to moderate fog during the early hours of the day. The situation was more severe in Tonk district, where dense fog reduced visibility to as low as 50 metres, disrupting normal traffic movement. In parts of Bikaner, cold winds led to a fresh drop in temperatures, intensifying the winter chill. Yellow Alert for Rai...

Jaipur: In a startling case of betrayal of trust, Jaipur Police have solved a major theft involving ₹52.50 lakh from the residence of an export businessman, arresting the accused—who turned out to be the family’s long-serving domestic help—from Bihar. The accused had been working at the house for nearly 20 years. The incident came to light after the businessman returned to Jaipur with his family following an overseas New Year vacation. Initially suspecting the loss of ₹22 lakh, the family lodged a complaint at Bajaj Nagar police station on January 12. A detailed investigation, however, revealed that the total amount stolen over multiple instances was ₹52.50 lakh. Trusted Insider with Full Access According to ACP Malviya Nagar Vinod Sharma, the accused has been identified as Mantu ...

Jaipur, January 17, 2026: A dispute has erupted in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly over rules governing the questioning process. Opposition leader Tikaram Jully has raised objections to the Assembly Secretariat’s bulletins issued on January 7 and 9, claiming they attempt to curtail the rights of members to ask questions. Jully argued that these provisions represent a direct attack on legislators’ powers, which are fundamental to the spirit of democracy. The controversial point in the bulletins advises members to request information only about a specific area or tehsil, rather than broader state-level matters. Letter to the SpeakerIn response, Jully wrote to Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani, stating that members should not be barred from asking questions on matters the government h...

Jaipur: The controversy surrounding the cancellation of Neerja Modi School’s affiliation following the tragic death of a Class IV student, Amayra, has now reached the Rajasthan High Court. The school has challenged the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) decision, prompting judicial intervention in the matter. After Amayra’s death, CBSE had cancelled the school’s affiliation for Classes IX to XII, citing serious lapses in safety norms and failure to follow prescribed guidelines. The young student reportedly died after jumping from the fourth floor of the school building, triggering widespread concern over student safety and institutional accountability. Hearing the petition filed by Neerja Modi School, a single bench of Justice Bipin Gupta has issued notices to CBSE and its...

Hanumangarh, Rajasthan: In a dramatic confrontation on Friday night, police in Sangaria, Hanumangarh district, engaged in a fierce encounter with a dangerous, wanted criminal. During the firefight, the Sangaria SHO narrowly escaped death, while the suspect was injured in the police response. Based on confidential intelligence from the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), the police had set up a checkpoint near the Punjab border, anticipating that a wanted criminal from Punjab would attempt to enter Rajasthan. When a suspicious individual approached on foot and was signaled to stop, he opened fire on the police team without warning. Bulletproof Jacket Proves LifesaverOne of the bullets fired by the criminal struck SHO Amar Singh directly. Fortunately, he was wearing a bulletproof jacket, ...

Bhilwara, Rajasthan: A horrifying incident has come to light from Mandalgarh in Bhilwara district, where a mother allegedly killed her two children after fearing she had cancer. Authorities say the woman had been suffering from persistent mouth ulcers and gynecological problems. After watching social media reels suggesting that prolonged mouth ulcers could indicate cancer, she developed extreme anxiety and committed the unthinkable act. The tragedy occurred on the morning of 11 January in Manpura village, under Mandalgarh police station jurisdiction. According to police reports, the mother, Sanju Devi, strangled both children. She later attempted suicide herself and was hospitalized. Following her discharge, the police took her into custody for further investigation. Communication wi...