Rajasthan

Nagaur – 18 November 2025: Tensions flared in Jodhyasi village of Nagaur district, Rajasthan, after a statue of Maharaja Surajmal was installed at the local bus stand late Monday night. The sudden installation triggered protests from the opposing group, leading both sides to stage sit-ins and engage in heated slogan-shouting. Police Step InThe situation escalated to the point where law enforcement had to intervene. Officers from five local police stations, along with three companies of the Rapid Action Force (RAF), were deployed to control the crowd and prevent further clashes. Authorities have maintained a strong presence in the area to monitor developments, and the situation is currently under control. Background of the DisputeThe controversy over the statue had been simmering for ...

Rajasthan: The intriguing story of Maharaja Jai Singh Prabhakar of Alwar and his legendary Rolls-Royce cars is a remarkable tale of pride, power, and colonial-era defiance. After facing humiliation in London, the Maharaja purchased 10 Rolls-Royce cars and famously turned them into garbage collection vehicles in India, sending a clear message to the British. The Beginning of a Bold StoryMaharaja Jai Singh Prabhakar of Alwar was known for his grandeur, love for fast luxury cars, and unique habits. In 1920, while visiting London, he went to a Rolls-Royce showroom in simple attire, hoping to view the cars. The staff, assuming he could not afford such luxury, ignored him. Feeling insulted, the Maharaja left—but silently plotted a spectacular response. Return in Royal SplendorSoon, the Mah...

Sonbhadra, UP: The death toll in the tragic stone mine collapse in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, has risen to seven. The state government has announced financial assistance of ₹20 lakh for the families of the deceased. Meanwhile, the District Magistrate of Sonbhadra has been fined ₹10,000 by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) for delay in reporting illegal mining activities. The incident occurred at the Billi Markundi mining area under Obra police station, where a section of the hill collapsed on Saturday evening, trapping several laborers working below. On Monday, six more bodies were recovered from the debris, bringing the total fatalities to seven. The victims recovered on 16–17 November include Indrajeet (30), Santosh (30), Ravindra (18), Ram Khelawan (32), and Kripashankar, while Raju S...

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and famously known as the Pink City, celebrates its 298th foundation day today. The city was established on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, with its foundation stone laid near Gangapol Gate. Over the next nine years, Jaipur underwent rapid construction, ultimately becoming the new capital, shifting from Amer in 1736, and later gaining worldwide recognition for its unique architecture and planning. Jaipur’s iconic pink color has a fascinating story. In 1876, during the visit of the Prince of Wales, King Edward VII, Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh ordered the entire city and its fort walls to be painted pink to welcome the royal guest. Since then, Jaipur has been famously known as the Pink City, a tradition that continues to this day. Security...

Jaipur: The long-standing uncertainty over Rajasthan’s Panchayat and urban body elections has finally come to an end. The Rajasthan High Court has directed the state government to conduct all Panchayat and municipal elections by 15 April 2026. The court has also mandated that the delimitation process must be completed by 31 December 2025 to ensure timely elections. High Court Hearing and OrdersA division bench of Acting Chief Justice S.P. Sharma and Justice Sanjeet Purohit heard over 439 petitions related to delays in elections and issues with appointment of administrators in Panchayats and urban bodies. The court refused to interfere in the delimitation process, stating that all complaints regarding delimitation will be addressed by a state-level committee. The bench clarified that onc...

Jaipur: Rajasthan is spearheading the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) program, moving faster than 10 other states and completing 30.17% of the work in just 15 days. Only Goa is ahead in terms of overall pace. However, the rapid progress has sparked controversy, with teacher unions raising concerns over excessive pressure on school staff. Tragic Incident Sparks OutrageThe issue gained national attention after Mukesh Jangid, a school teacher and currently a Booth Level Officer (BLO), committed suicide. In his suicide note, he accused his supervisor, Sitaram Bunkar, of severe harassment and threats of suspension, highlighting the mental strain caused by excessive workload. Teacher organizations and employees across the state have expressed deep anger and demanded immediate action against ...