Rajasthan

Jaipur: Rajasthan is conducting its first major recruitment examination of 2026, the Rajasthan Eligibility Examination for Teachers (REET), on Saturday amid extensive arrangements to ensure smooth participation of candidates across the state. To facilitate timely travel to examination centres, the Rajasthan Government and the Transport Department have introduced a free Rajasthan Roadways bus service for all REET aspirants. The examination is being held in two shifts—the first from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon and the second from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm—with thousands of candidates appearing across multiple districts. Udaipur Sees Highest Candidate Turnout According to official estimates, around 17,000 candidates are appearing for the REET examination in Udaipur district alone. In view of the...

Rajasthan’s prominent Marwar Mirdha family is facing an internal crisis as a dispute over a small ancestral burial plot turns contentious. Siblings Jyoti and Manish Mirdha are locked in a bitter standoff—while Manish calls it a “son’s duty,” Jyoti, currently abroad, accuses him of a calculated attempt to seize land. With FIRs, allegations of intimidation, and sharp exchanges on social media, this family feud has now spilled into public view. The Heartfelt Claim: Duty or Personal Property?The conflict escalated on the night of January 15, when Manish Mirdha shared an emotional post on social media. He stated that he intended to construct a memorial for his late father, Bhanu Prakash Mirdha, on the ancestral plot at the Mirdha Farm in Jodhpur, where memorials of his grandfather Nathuram M...

Anupgarh, Bikaner – Farmers in the Anupgarh region of Rajasthan are expressing deep frustration over a severe shortage of urea fertilizer, essential for Rabi crops. The situation escalated on Friday when many farmers visiting the new paddy market were unable to procure urea despite waiting in long queues. Angered by the lack of supply, they approached the SDM office to highlight their concerns to the administration. The farmers have issued a warning that if the fertilizer shortage is not resolved promptly, they will stage a protest during the visit of former Rajasthan Leader of Opposition, Rajendra Rathore, on January 17, reportedly displaying black flags and blocking his route to voice their grievances. Protest Rooted in Supply Issues and Alleged Favoritism According to farmers, ...

Tonk, Rajasthan: In a tragic accident in Tonk district, two friends lost their lives after a car laden with liquor cartons plunged into a pond near Arnia Kakad village in the Jhirana police jurisdiction. Due to the car’s doors being locked, both men were unable to escape and drowned. The incident went unnoticed during the night and was discovered by villagers the following morning. Incident Details The mishap occurred late Thursday night while the victims were returning to their village carrying cartons of country-made liquor in their car. Near a bend by the pond, the vehicle reportedly lost balance and slid directly into the water. At around 7 AM on Friday, villagers noticed the submerged car, with parts of it still visible above the water. They immediately informed the police. ...

Jaisalmer/Jaipur, January 16:A viral video from Jaisalmer showing a youth performing dangerous bike stunts on a public road has once again raised serious concerns over road safety in Rajasthan. Such reckless acts, often carried out for thrill or social media fame, pose a grave risk not only to the rider but also to pedestrians and other road users. Authorities have reiterated that performing bike stunts on public roads is a serious and punishable offence under Indian law, and strict action can be taken against violators. Bike Stunts Are a Serious Crime Under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (amended in 2019), performing stunts or racing on public roads is illegal across India, including Rajasthan. These acts fall under dangerous and reckless driving, as they endanger public safety and...

Jaipur, January 16:A grand spiritual gathering in Jaipur recently drew national and international attention as renowned saint Jagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya celebrated his 77th birth anniversary on January 15 in Neendad, on the outskirts of the Pink City. The occasion coincided with a Ram Katha and a massive 1008-kund Mahayagya, turning the event into a landmark moment for Rajasthan’s spiritual landscape. The celebration was attended by President Droupadi Murmu, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, and prominent spiritual leader Acharya Dhirendra Shastri of Bageshwar Dham, who is a disciple of Swami Rambhadracharya. The presence of top constitutional authorities and leading saints underscored the global stature and influence of the Jagadguru. Who is Swami Rambhadracharya? S...

Udaipur, January 16:A disturbing case of alleged gang rape and illegal confinement has surfaced from Udaipur, Rajasthan, where a young woman from Mumbai was reportedly sexually assaulted and tortured for nearly ten days at a farmhouse in the Mewar region. According to the complaint filed by the survivor at Sukher police station, the incident began when a man identified as Karan Singh allegedly lured her to Udaipur on the pretext of offering well-paid work related to an event. Trusting his assurances, the woman travelled from Mumbai, only to fall victim to a pre-planned conspiracy, police sources said. The survivor has alleged that upon her arrival in Udaipur, Karan Singh took her to a farmhouse located in the Sukher police station area, where she was forcibly confined for around 10 d...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Reckless speed once again proved deadly in Rajasthan, as seven people lost their lives in separate road accidents late at night. Poor visibility due to winter fog, combined with overspeeding and negligence, continues to turn highways into death traps across the state. In Sawai Madhopur district, a tragic head-on collision between two trucks occurred on the Kota–Lalsot Mega State Highway. The impact was so severe that three people died on the spot, while another sustained serious injuries. One truck was carrying vegetables, while the other was loaded with plywood. High speed is believed to be the primary cause of the collision. Four Killed on Chittorgarh–Udaipur Highway In another heartbreaking incident on the night of January 15, a car collided head-on with an o...

Jaisalmer, Rajasthan: In a dramatic, movie-like operation, Jaisalmer police caught a history-sheeter and his two accomplices who were fleeing after stealing oil from a transformer. The suspects rammed three vehicles while breaking a police barricade, triggering chaos, but were eventually stopped after a 50-kilometer high-speed pursuit. The incident occurred at Thaiyat Phante, under Jaisalmer Sadar police station. Police received information that the trio, traveling in a Bolero Camper, were heading toward Jaisalmer after stealing transformer oil from the Lathi area. Acting on the tip-off, the Sadar police set up a checkpoint where multiple vehicles were already parked. Around 1 PM, the suspicious Bolero approached at high speed. Despite police signals to stop, the driver accelerated a...