Rajasthan

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Devotees in the Pink City will have to face the same disappointment this Mahashivratri. The mysterious gates of the Eklingeshwar Mahadev Temple, perched atop the Moti Doongri hill in Jaipur, will remain closed to the public once again. Known for opening only on Mahashivratri, this ancient temple has long fascinated devotees with its enigmatic “invisible” idols of Lord Shiva and his family. Temple Opens Only Once a Year The Eklingeshwar Mahadev Temple, older than the city of Jaipur itself, was closed during the pandemic and has remained largely inaccessible. Local belief says, “Shiva on the hill, Ganesh below, and Lakshmi Narayan (Birla Mandir) in front”, creating a spiritual triangle in the city. However, for the past six years, this sacred alignment has been incom...

Kota, February 14, 2026: In an unusual digital-age dispute, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has been issued a notice by the Kota Consumer Court after a FASTag toll was deducted from a car that was parked outside its owner’s home. The case has raised questions about accountability in automated toll collection systems. The complainant, Ashok Kumar Nagar of Arlia Arandkheda, Ladpura, noticed that two separate tolls of ₹30 each were deducted from his account despite his car remaining stationary at home. The first deduction occurred on September 26 at the Karadia Toll Plaza, followed by another on October 5 at the Jalim Pura Toll Plaza, totaling ₹60. Shocked by the “invisible journey,” Kumar approached NHAI officials, but received no satisfactory response. Legal Action and...

Kota, Rajasthan: A shocking tragedy struck the coaching city of Kota when an 18-year-old girl from Madhya Pradesh, preparing for the NEET entrance exam, took her own life by consuming poison. Witnesses recall her desperate pleas: “I made a mistake, save me,” as she writhed in pain. Despite being rushed to a private hospital, she succumbed to the effects of the poison. Authorities are investigating the incident from all angles, including the possibility of suicide. The Final Moments The incident occurred in Dadabadi area under Kota police jurisdiction. The student consumed a poisonous substance in her room. As the poison took effect, she began vomiting and panicked, realizing the gravity of her actions. In a desperate bid for help, she cried out, attracting the attention of fellow stu...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: In a major strategic shift, the Rajasthan Police have decided to allow experienced Sub-Inspectors (SIs) to take charge of police stations, addressing the acute shortage of Inspectors across the state. The directive, issued by DGP Rajeev Sharma, aims to improve law and order in peaceful regions while freeing senior officers to be deployed in sensitive areas. SIs Step Up in Peaceful Areas According to the new order, Sub-Inspectors with at least five years of active field experience can be appointed as Station In-Charge (Thana Adhikari) in low-crime areas. This move is expected to enhance operational efficiency in stations while giving capable SIs an opportunity to demonstrate leadership and field competence. Strict Eligibility Criteria Not every SI will be elig...

Bikaner/Falodi, Rajasthan: What starts as a modest government job can sometimes turn into a tale of unimaginable wealth – and scandal. Shubkaran Parihar (Chhipa), a junior assistant (LDC) posted in Falodi, drew the attention of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) when a raid revealed his extravagant lifestyle, far beyond his official ₹35,000 monthly salary. Shockingly, his wife Sarita was also implicated in the case, having been made a beneficiary of his amassed fortune. Lavish Wealth Beyond Means Recruited in 2010 as a junior assistant, Shubkaran had officially earned roughly ₹17 lakh over 15 years. Yet ACB raids at five of his properties unveiled assets totaling around ₹15 crore – including five luxury houses, 17 bighas of fertile land, valuable plots, ₹75 lakh in cash, and 2 kilogram...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: Tensions flared in the Rajasthan Assembly as Education Minister Madan Dilawar and opposition leaders debated the long-pending transfers of over two lakh third-grade teachers. The opposition, led by Tikarama Juli, pressed the government, asking why a clear transfer policy had not yet been implemented more than 14 months into the term. Minister’s Response Dampens Teachers’ Hopes During the assembly session, when BJP MLA Govind Prasad raised the issue, Minister Dilawar stated that the administrative reforms department has currently imposed a freeze on all transfers. He added that the education department is in the process of drafting a transparent transfer policy, and until it is formally approved, teachers will have to wait in their current postings. This response le...

Bikaner: In a major crackdown, Rajasthan’s Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) seized gold worth ₹1.5 crore from the house of a Junior Assistant in the Panchayati Raj Department. The raid also uncovered silver jewelry, cash totaling ₹75 lakh, four luxurious houses, and expensive vehicles owned by the accused, Shubhkaran Parihar. Multi-Location RaidsThe ACB conducted coordinated raids at five locations connected to Parihar, including three in Bikaner city—Jayanarayan Vyas Colony, in front of Vaishnodham, and Mateshwari Enclave on Jaipur Road—as well as his ancestral village Punasar and his workplace in Kanasar Gram Panchayat, Bap, Phalodi district. Investigation Triggered by Confidential Tip-OffThe action followed a confidential complaint alleging that Parihar had amassed wealth far beyond h...

JAIPUR: Tensions flared in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly after a video surfaced showing Congress MLA Rohit Bohra allegedly making an obscene gesture during the Zero Hour on Thursday. The controversy spilled over to Friday, with demands for strict action against the legislator. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devanani stated that the video would be thoroughly reviewed before any formal action is taken. Speaker to Review VideoAddressing the Assembly, Speaker Devanani termed the issue “serious” and emphasized that the conduct of elected representatives is under public scrutiny. “An MLA is elected by lakhs of voters, and with that comes a significant responsibility. The video will be examined carefully, and if the behavior displayed is found inconsistent with the dignity of the House, action ...

Nagaur, Rajasthan: Jitendra Singh, a manager from Sudarasan village in Nagaur district, Rajasthan, has alleged that his 24-year-old wife, Shakila Akhtar, originally from Kashmir, has been missing for the past 12 months. Claiming that her family has kept her captive and attempted to arrange a second marriage for her, Jitendra approached the courts after local police in Jammu failed to provide adequate assistance. The Rajasthan High Court has now intervened, issuing strict orders for the search of Shakila, directing the involvement of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and other central paramilitary forces if necessary. The Story Behind the Marriage Jitendra Singh first met Shakila Akhtar in 2023 while working as a site manager for a private construction company in Jammu. Shaki...