Rajasthan

In a historic and stringent decision, the Rajasthan High Court has ordered the state government to remove all liquor shops operating within 500 meters of state and national highways. A total of 1,102 liquor outlets will now have to be shifted within two months, marking one of the toughest actions taken in recent years against roadside alcohol availability. High Court Slams Government: “You Turned Highways into Liquor-Friendly Corridors” The Jodhpur bench of the Rajasthan High Court, comprising Justice Dr. Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Sanjeet Purohit, sharply criticized the state government during the hearing. The court observed that the administration had effectively converted the highways into “liquor-friendly corridors” by taking cover under municipal boundaries. The bench...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: In a startling development from Jaipur, the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) has directly issued an encroachment notice in the name of Lord Shiva. The notice, served to a temple in the Vaishali Nagar area, demands a response within seven days, triggering outrage among locals and devotees. The Notice and Its CauseThe notice pertains to a proposal to widen the road in Vaishali Nagar. According to the JDA, the temple premises of Lord Shiva were found to encroach up to 1.59 meters within the road boundary, based on a PT survey report from Deputy Commissioner, Zone-7. The notice references a court order and instructs the temple to respond within seven days, failing which further action will be taken. Public Outrage and ConcernsThe move has provoked strong public criti...

Barmer, Rajasthan: In yet another case of cross-border infiltration, security agencies in western Rajasthan apprehended a Pakistani national who illegally crossed into India. The incident occurred along the India-Pakistan border in Barmer, where local vigilance played a key role in preventing the intruder from escaping. How the Infiltration UnfoldedAccording to reports, a 25-year-old Pakistani youth crossed the border fencing into Rajasthan and attempted to hide. Locals spotted him near a livestock enclosure and immediately alerted authorities. The youth was identified as Hindal, son of Varso Bhil, from Navatala village in the Tharparkar district of Pakistan’s Sindh province. Upon confirmation of his nationality, he was handed over to the Border Security Force (BSF) for further investig...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Great news for travelers heading to western Rajasthan from Delhi! The Jaisalmer-Phalodi-Delhi Intercity Express, which was suspended during the COVID period, is being replaced by a new Jaisalmer-Shakur Basti Express. The Ministry of Railways has approved the train, and it is expected to start operations by the end of this month. Route and ScheduleThe train will depart from Jaisalmer at 5:00 PM, making stops at Jodhpur, Merta Road, Degana, Phulera, and Jaipur, and will reach Delhi Shakur Basti station by 9:30 AM the following morning. The return journey, train number 12249, will leave Delhi at 5:10 PM, reaching Jaisalmer by 9:30 AM the next day. The service will run daily. Key stops along the route include Ramdevra, Phalodi, Marwar Lohawat, Osiyan, Makrana, Kuchaman Ci...

Chittorgarh, Rajasthan: Devotees’ offerings at the world-famous Shri Sawaliya Ji Temple in Mandphiya, Chittorgarh, have shattered all previous records this year. After two months of accumulation, counting of the donations began, and the fifth round alone saw ₹4.19 crore added, taking the total cash collection past ₹40.33 crore. The counting of gold and silver donations is still pending. Historic Donations Break RecordsThis year, devotees’ contributions have poured in with unprecedented enthusiasm, making the Sawaliya Seth temple a center of faith and generosity. In the first round of counting on 20 November, ₹12.35 crore was recorded. The second round added ₹8.54 crore, and the third round saw ₹7.08 crore counted. The fourth round contributed ₹8.15 crore, and the fifth round added ₹4.19...

Ajmer, Rajasthan: Security agencies were thrown into high alert following a bomb threat targeting the Dadar Express at Ajmer Railway Station, just days after the car blast at Delhi’s Red Fort. The alarming tip-off claimed that the train could be blown up, prompting an immediate response from police and senior officials. Rapid Response by Security ForcesOn Wednesday, 26 November, Ajmer police, GRP, RPF, and Clock Tower Police, along with senior officers, rushed to the station to investigate. The dog squad, metal detectors, and bomb disposal team were deployed, and all incoming and outgoing passengers were thoroughly checked. Stationed trains were also inspected to ensure safety. Three Suspects Taken into CustodyInformation revealed that three young men in an auto-rickshaw were alleged...

Jaipur: Rajasthan government’s assertion that no deaths from rabies occurred in the state over the past 18 months has come under scrutiny. Data from SMS Hospital’s Infection Department tells a different story, revealing that two to three rabies cases emerge every month, and nearly all of them are fatal. Alarming Findings at SMS HospitalSMS Hospital, the largest healthcare facility in Rajasthan, treats rabies patients from across the state. According to hospital sources, most victims are admitted in critical condition, often requiring isolation wards to protect their families. Patients are also administered post-exposure rabies vaccines as a precaution. However, once clinical rabies develops, there is no effective treatment, making the disease almost invariably fatal. Testing Gaps Mas...

Jaipur: The strike by low-floor bus drivers in Jaipur came to an end on Wednesday, following a successful agreement with Paras Travels Company. The settlement has brought relief and joy for the drivers, who will now enjoy an annual salary increase of ₹1,000 along with additional benefits. Strike Disruptions ResolvedThe recent strike had significantly disrupted the city’s public transport system, affecting thousands of commuters. Jaipur has approximately 200 low-floor buses, which are vital to the city’s transportation network. Due to the strike, students and the general public were forced to rely on costlier alternatives for daily travel. The conclusion of the strike has brought a sense of relief to the residents of Jaipur. Key Agreements and BenefitsThe negotiations between the driv...