Rajasthan

Jodhpur, Rajasthan: In a shocking incident near Pipad town, a CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) jawan allegedly murdered his father over a longstanding land dispute. The incident occurred on Thursday morning when the jawan, Prakash Pichkia, returned home on leave. According to police, Prakash attacked his father, Rampal Pichkia, with a spade as soon as he reached the family residence in Sathin village near Pipad. Rampal sustained severe head injuries and collapsed. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival. The violent confrontation reportedly stemmed from an ongoing land-related dispute that the two had been unable to resolve. Relatives Injured While Trying to InterveneDuring the altercation, relatives present at the scene—Baldev Ram and a farmer, Kansing...

Jaipur / Lucknow: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the deadline for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Uttar Pradesh. Sources say that voters in UP now have until 25 December to submit claims and objections related to the electoral rolls, an extension of 14 days from the earlier deadline of 11 December. While the extension in UP is confirmed, Rajasthan voters are still waiting for official clarification regarding any additional time. Election officials in the state have not yet announced any changes, though there are expectations that the deadline may also be extended to ensure complete participation. Rajasthan Achieves 100% Voter List DigitizationOn 6 December, Rajasthan became the first state in the country to fully digitize its voter list under the ...

Jaipur: The traditional Kalbelia dance of Rajasthan, recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage, captivated audiences during the Pravasi Rajasthani Day celebrations in Jaipur. Known for its snake-like movements, vibrant costumes, and rich folk elements, the dance mesmerized both domestic and international attendees. The Snake Connection Originating from the Kalbelia community, historically associated with snake-catching, the dance mimics the graceful, slithering movements of snakes. The performers’ distinctive gestures and attire are inspired by serpentine motion, giving rise to the belief that the dance can control snakes. Traditionally, women perform the dance while men play accompanying musical instruments. Costumes include embroidered ghagras and silver jewelry, addi...

Jaipur: In a major breakthrough in the 2020 Forest Guard recruitment exam paper leak case, Rajasthan’s Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested the man who allegedly stole the confidential question paper from a Bhopal-based printing press. The accused has been identified as Khilan Singh alias KD Don. Revelation During Interrogation of Main Accused According to SOG ADG Vishal Bansal, the case took a decisive turn during the interrogation of Jabra Ram Jat, a previously arrested accused carrying a reward of ₹50,000. New information surfaced during questioning, leading the SOG team directly to the source of the leak. Following the leads, officials traced the paper theft back to Khilan Singh, who was then apprehended. How the Paper Was Stolen Police investigations revealed tha...

Pali, Rajasthan.Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar has ordered a detailed investigation into a teacher repeatedly taking medical leave at the Government Upper Primary School, Devli (Aouwa). The directive came after the minister conducted a surprise inspection at the school and reviewed staff attendance registers. Minister Discovers Unusual Attendance Pattern During his visit, Minister Dilawar toured classrooms and interacted with students to assess teaching activities. While examining the staff attendance register, he noticed that one teacher had been taking medical leave frequently. The minister questioned the nature of the teacher’s repeated absences, asking what health issues required such regular leave. SDM and District Education Officer Ordered to Investigate The p...

Jaipur.A major uproar erupted at Jaipur Junction on Tuesday after 120 senior citizens, who had arrived for the government-sponsored pilgrimage under the Senior Citizen Tirth Yatra Scheme, were denied train tickets despite being formally called for the journey. The elderly passengers—many of them women—waited the entire day at the station, only to be told there were not enough seats, leaving them angry and disappointed. Called for Pilgrimage, Then Sent Back Without Tickets According to the passengers, officials from the Devasthan Department had contacted them and asked them to report at Jaipur Junction for the pilgrimage to Gangasagar (West Bengal). Believing their selection was confirmed, they reached the station early and waited for hours. However, by afternoon, they were informe...

Alwar, Rajasthan:In a shocking case of negligence, two bodies were mistakenly exchanged at a hospital in Alwar, leading to the cremation of a Muslim man according to Hindu rituals. The incident has triggered widespread anger within the Muslim community, prompting demands for strict action against the hospital authorities responsible for the blunder. Body Mix-Up Sparks Outrage According to reports, the body of Ghulam Sabir, an elderly Muslim man from Pali district, was incorrectly handed over to the family of Kailash Sharma, a resident of Rajaji village in Rajgarh. Due to the hospital’s mismanagement, Sharma’s family unknowingly took Sabir’s body and performed his last rites following Hindu customs. The mix-up came to light three days later, when members of the Muslim community ide...

In a significant move aimed at enhancing officer safety, the Rajasthan Police have implemented a new directive: police personnel will no longer show their faces in arrest photographs. Instead, only the backs of the officers apprehending the criminals will be visible in media releases. This order, issued by DGP Rajiv Sharma, is being enforced across the state. According to officials, the new protocol is intended to protect officers and their families. Public visibility of police faces in photographs could make them easy targets for retaliation by criminals or their associates. Additionally, there is concern that criminals’ relatives or accomplices could attempt to influence or intimidate officers if their identities are known. Kota City SP Tejaswini Gautam confirmed that all media int...

Kotputli-Bahrod, Rajasthan: In the Kotputli-Bahrod district, villagers have been protesting the Ultratech Cement Plant for over 1,090 days, demanding relief from environmental hazards and proper rehabilitation. Despite a recent order from the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the situation on the ground remains unresolved. NGT Orders Ignored The NGT’s Central Zone bench had directed the Rajasthan government to facilitate the rehabilitation of Mohanpura and Jodhpur villages, halt blasting in the plant area, and establish a green belt to mitigate environmental impact. However, locals allege that blasting continues, posing serious risks to health and the environment. Protests Continue At the Jodhpur Gate, residents armed with placards and inhalers have been staging continuous protest...