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Jaipur Witnesses Historic Army Day Parade 2026; Bhairav Regiment’s Valor Sends Public Enthusiasm Soaring
Rajasthan, State

Jaipur Witnesses Historic Army Day Parade 2026; Bhairav Regiment’s Valor Sends Public Enthusiasm Soaring

Jaipur, Rajasthan:Jaipur witnessed a historic and emotionally charged moment on Thursday as the Indian Army celebrated its 78th Army Day with a grand public parade in the Pink City. For the first time in history, the Army stepped out of cantonment and national capital limits to showcase its strength, valor, and traditions amid the general public, creating a landmark chapter in India’s military legacy. Held along the Jagatpura Mahal Road, the parade drew massive crowds despite the winter chill, as citizens experienced the might of the Indian Army from close quarters. The highlight of the event was the breathtaking display by the Bhairav Regiment, whose precision, discipline, and combat readiness sent the enthusiasm of Jaipurites soaring. Tribute to the Fallen at ‘Prerna Sthal’ The ...
Army Day Parade in Jaipur: 52 Viewing Blocks Set Up in Jagatpura, Entry Only with Passes
Rajasthan, State

Army Day Parade in Jaipur: 52 Viewing Blocks Set Up in Jagatpura, Entry Only with Passes

Jaipur, Rajasthan:For the first time, the Army Day parade will be held outside a military cantonment and in the midst of the public in Jaipur. On January 15, the Jagatpura area will witness a grand Army Day parade, drawing massive public enthusiasm. To ensure smooth viewing and crowd management, the administration has created 52 designated viewing blocks, and entry will be strictly allowed only with valid passes. The parade will take place along a 2.5-kilometre stretch, starting from Akshaya Patra Circle and concluding at Bombay Hospital. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, along with ministers, public representatives, and senior army officers, is expected to attend the event. Four Categories of Viewing Blocks Special arrangements have been made on both sides of the road for spectato...
Freezing Temperatures Grip Rajasthan: Lunkaransar Hits 1.4°C, 7 Cities Below 5°C
Rajasthan, State

Freezing Temperatures Grip Rajasthan: Lunkaransar Hits 1.4°C, 7 Cities Below 5°C

Jaipur, Rajasthan:Rajasthan continues to reel under a severe cold spell, affecting daily life across the state. On Wednesday, temperatures dropped sharply, with Lunkaransar in Bikaner district recording a chilling minimum of 1.4°C, while seven other cities experienced night temperatures below 5°C, according to the Meteorological Department. Cities Recording Sub-5°C Lows The cold wave has hit cities including Alwar, Fatehpur, Dausa, Jaisalmer, Sri Ganganagar, Nagaur, and Karoli, with residents braving intense cold. In Udaipur and Chittorgarh, light to moderate fog was reported in the morning, while Sawaimadhopur also experienced chilly winds. Other notable minimum temperatures recorded across the state include: Fatehpur (Sikar): 2.2°C Nagaur: 2.6°C Alwar: 3.0°C Karoli:...
Speeding Strikes Again on Khatushyamji Road: Tragic Accidents Mar Makar Sankranti in Sikar
Rajasthan, State

Speeding Strikes Again on Khatushyamji Road: Tragic Accidents Mar Makar Sankranti in Sikar

Sikar, Rajasthan, January 14, 2026: The stretch of Reengus-Khatushyamji road in Sikar district has become a hotspot for accidents, as speed and negligence continue to take a heavy toll. On Makar Sankranti, a horrifying accident claimed two lives and left four others critically injured, marking the third consecutive day of road mishaps in the area. Early Wednesday morning, around 4:30 am, a WagonR car carrying devotees to Khatushyamji temple lost control near Hotel Makhan Matki. The car overturned and crashed into a roadside tree, leaving it severely damaged. Rinku Saini and Amit of Mathura were declared dead at the scene, while driver Durgesh Saini, Ajay Yadav, Keval Saini, and Vinod sustained serious injuries. Three critically injured victims were referred to Sikar hospital for advance...
Kelawa Cattle Killing Case: Former BJP Leader Basit Khan Arrested, Party to Take Action
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Kelawa Cattle Killing Case: Former BJP Leader Basit Khan Arrested, Party to Take Action

Jaisalmer: The Kelawa cattle killing case near Pokhran has come under the spotlight after the arrest of Basit Khan, the district vice-president of the BJP Minority Morcha. Police have accused him of involvement in a criminal conspiracy. So far, six individuals have been arrested, while the main accused remains absconding. Case BackgroundThe incident occurred on the night of 7 January near Kelawa village in Pokhran. Basit Khan has been arrested for allegedly participating in the conspiracy. Known for his close ties with senior BJP leaders, Khan has longstanding connections with influential political figures, including former Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, former MP Manvendra Singh Jasol, Pokhran MLA Mahant Pratap Puri, former Jaisalmer MLA Sang Singh Bhati, and former Pokhran MLA Shait...
Mob Lynching Incident in Khairthal-Tijara, Alwar: Youth Seriously Injured, Referred to Jaipur
Rajasthan, State

Mob Lynching Incident in Khairthal-Tijara, Alwar: Youth Seriously Injured, Referred to Jaipur

Alwar, Rajasthan: In a disturbing incident linked to alleged cattle smuggling, a young man was brutally beaten by villagers in the Khairthal-Tijara region of Alwar district. The victim, identified as Sahun Khan, suffered multiple fractures to his hands and legs and has been referred to Jaipur for specialized treatment. According to reports, the incident occurred when Sahun Khan, accompanied by three associates, attempted to take three grazing cows from a field. Villagers intercepted them, suspecting them of cattle smuggling. Two of the accused, identified as Alisher and Khanna, managed to flee the scene, while Sahun was caught and beaten by the villagers. The three cows were recovered and handed over to the police. Sahun, admitted to Alwar Trauma Ward, stated that he was accompanying...
Jaipur’s ‘Bird Army’ on Duty Amid Kite-Flying Festivities on Makar Sankranti
Rajasthan, State

Jaipur’s ‘Bird Army’ on Duty Amid Kite-Flying Festivities on Makar Sankranti

Jaipur: As Makar Sankranti celebrations reach their peak in Jaipur, rooftops across the city are filled with kite enthusiasts eager to test their skills. But amid the excitement, the city’s birds face serious danger from flying strings coated with glass and other sharp materials, commonly known as manjha. To protect the feathered residents, Jaipur has deployed a dedicated “Bird Army” across the city. Teams of veterinarians stationed at temporary camps are treating hundreds of injured birds each day. Kite-Flying Fever Sweeps Jaipur From early morning, residents and officials alike have been busy flying kites, and the celebrations are expected to continue into the evening. However, the soaring kites and trailing strings pose a serious threat to birds, many of which get entangled and...
Crisis for Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya Following Return to Congress; ACB Raids Petrol Pumps and Crusher Plant
Politics, Rajasthan, State

Crisis for Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya Following Return to Congress; ACB Raids Petrol Pumps and Crusher Plant

Jaipur/Banswara: Rajasthan veteran leader Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya is once again making headlines. Hours after announcing his return to the Congress party, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted raids on his petrol pumps and crusher plant, sparking political buzz. Highlights: Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya continues to dominate news headlines. ACB raids follow shortly after his return to Congress. Separate teams raided two petrol pumps and a crusher plant. The ACB teams carried out searches at Malviya’s two petrol pumps and a crusher plant, located at different sites. Malviya had joined Congress just three days ago, after leaving the BJP. The timing of the raids has raised eyebrows, as no action was reported during his two-year tenure with the BJP. Questions are being as...
Government Bows at Dawn: Hanuman Beniwal’s Overnight Highway Protest Forces Acceptance of Farmers’ Demands
Rajasthan, State

Government Bows at Dawn: Hanuman Beniwal’s Overnight Highway Protest Forces Acceptance of Farmers’ Demands

Jaipur/Nagaur, Jan 14:In a major political and agrarian development in Rajasthan, the state government bowed to mounting pressure early Wednesday morning after an all-night protest led by Nagaur MP and Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) chief Hanuman Beniwal. Following intense overnight negotiations, the administration accepted all 15 demands raised by farmers, prompting Beniwal to call off the agitation at around 5 a.m. The protest was launched against alleged inaction on illegal sand mining (bajri mafia) and a range of farmers’ issues. Beniwal, along with thousands of supporters, had begun a march from Riyanbadi towards Jaipur. Late at night, the massive convoy—comprising over 2,000 vehicles—was halted at Badi Ghati toll plaza, the last village on the Nagaur district border, after distr...
Sikar, Rajasthan: Shocking Act of Cruelty as Dog Shot Dead, Panic Grips Area
Rajasthan, State

Sikar, Rajasthan: Shocking Act of Cruelty as Dog Shot Dead, Panic Grips Area

Sikar, Jan 14:A disturbing incident of animal cruelty has come to light from Rajasthan’s Sikar district, sending shockwaves across the local community. In the Dadia police station area, an unidentified person allegedly shot a dog dead, triggering fear and outrage among residents. According to eyewitnesses, the dog was hit by gunfire and ran around in a severely injured, blood-soaked condition before collapsing outside a house. It reportedly writhed in pain for several minutes before succumbing to its injuries on the spot. The brutal act has left villagers stunned and anxious. Upon receiving information, police rushed to the scene and conducted a preliminary investigation. Officials found bullet injury marks at two places on the dog’s body. The carcass has been sent to a veterinary ho...