Rajasthan

Chomu, Jaipur, December 17, 2025: In a disturbing turn of events, a family in Chomu, Jaipur district, has approached the President of India seeking permission for euthanasia, citing severe distress over a prolonged land dispute. The family alleges that local authorities, including the police, acted unjustly by forcibly evicting them from their land. Allegations of Police MisconductThe family claims that despite repeatedly refusing to hand over their land, police pressure led to its forceful clearance. The dispute reportedly involves a plot leased for the operation of a petrol pump. The family asserts that no consent was taken before the eviction, raising serious questions about administrative accountability. Formal Complaint Submitted to SDMIn a bid to seek justice, the family, inclu...

Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan: In a landmark move, the Rajasthan High Court has taken strict action against a girls’ college in Chidawa for withholding dues from a retired female lecturer for over 25 years. The court has directed the college and the state government to pay the amount along with interest within one month, failing which a higher interest rate will be applied. A Long-Standing DelayThe retired lecturer, Shakuntala Patni, had been seeking payment since the civil court had ruled in her favor. Despite orders, the college repeatedly delayed the disbursement of ₹15,57,937 plus 9% interest. The High Court’s intervention finally provides relief to Patni, who has been waiting decades for her rightful dues. Ignoring Civil Court OrdersDuring the hearing, Justice Anil Kumar Upman emphasized...

Jaipur, Rajasthan: In a major crackdown on recruitment exam fraud, Rajasthan police have arrested three individuals involved in using dummy candidates to secure government jobs. The case came to light during the Railway Group D recruitment exam at a Sitapura exam center in Jaipur. How the Fraud Was DetectedDuring the biometric verification, exam officials noticed a mismatch between the candidate’s face and the registered applicant’s photo. The candidate was immediately detained, and the Sanganer Sadar police were informed. Upon questioning, the accused confessed that he was appearing on behalf of another candidate. Mastermind Behind the RacketThe arrested dummy candidate has been identified as Rishabh Ranjan, a resident of Munger, Bihar. He was attempting the exam in place of Abhishe...

Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan: In a major anti-narcotics operation, the Maharashtra Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) uncovered a MD drugs manufacturing unit disguised as a poultry farm in the village of Nandka Bas, near the Jhunjhunu district headquarters. The raid led to the seizure of MD drugs, chemicals, and sophisticated machinery worth approximately ₹100 crore in the international market. According to reports, the factory had started operations just 15 days ago. The first batch of drugs was intercepted by Maharashtra ANC in Sikar, resulting in the arrest of one accused, while the mastermind remains at large. Accused Identified as Farmer Who Converted Poultry FarmThe arrested suspect, Anil (31), a resident of Nandka Bas and nephew of a former village head, is a 12th-pass farmer. Officials reveal...

From the narrow lanes of Bharatpur to the grand stage of the Indian Premier League, 19-year-old Kartik Sharma’s journey is a powerful story of sacrifice, perseverance and belief. Picked by Chennai Super Kings for a staggering ₹14.20 crore at the IPL mini auction, Kartik has not only achieved a personal milestone but has also become a symbol of hope for countless young cricketers across the country. As the news broke, celebrations swept through Bharatpur. Kartik will now don the yellow jersey and play under the leadership of MS Dhoni, a dream come true for the young batter who has spent years grinding in anonymity. A Father’s Unwavering Sacrifice Behind Kartik’s success lies the extraordinary struggle of his father, Manoj Sharma. Determined to keep his son’s dream alive, Manoj sold...

In a shocking case that highlights the dangerous consequences of marital suspicion, a government school headmistress from Gujarat allegedly plotted the murder of a nurse in Jhunjhunu over suspicions regarding her husband’s alleged affair. The Rajasthan Police have arrested the main conspirator from Gujarat and are investigating the case further. Firing Incident Leads to Revelation Superintendent of Police Brijesh Jyoti Upadhyay stated that the case came to light during the investigation of a recent firing and extortion incident at a liquor shop in Likhwa village, Pilani. Six local criminals were arrested, and during questioning, they revealed a separate conspiracy: a contract killing arranged from Gujarat, targeting a woman. Target Mistaken for a Doctor Investigations revealed ...

A deeply moving incident from the desert region of Jaisalmer has left locals emotional, once again highlighting that animals, like humans, are capable of profound emotions and grief. In the remote Lathi area of Jaisalmer district, a camel gave birth in a forested stretch near Sodhakor village, approximately three kilometres away. However, during labour, the camel’s condition deteriorated rapidly, and she died shortly after delivering the calf. With the mother gone within moments of its birth, the newborn was left helpless in the vast desert. For nearly five days, the young camel calf remained close to its dead mother, wandering around her body as if searching for life. Witnesses said the calf repeatedly nudged the body with its head, attempting to wake her, and cried out loudly, refu...

Jaipur: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, who took oath on December 15, 2023, marks both his 58th birthday and the completion of two years in office on December 15, 2025. Born on December 15, 1967, Sharma scripted a rare political milestone by becoming Chief Minister in his first term as an MLA. Though often criticized by political opponents for his lack of administrative experience, Bhajanlal Sharma has, over the past two years, taken several bold and transformative decisions that have reshaped governance in Rajasthan. These five key initiatives stand out as game changers, laying the foundation for long-term reform and public trust. 1. Formation of the Anti-Gangster Task Force Holding charge of the Home Department, Chief Minister Sharma moved swiftly to curb organized cr...

Jaipur: Political turmoil is escalating in Rajasthan over the MLA Fund Commission scandal, following a sting operation by a media group that allegedly exposed three legislators demanding commissions from funds allocated under the MLA fund. The revelations suggest that these lawmakers recommended diverting lakhs of rupees in return for kickbacks—a first-of-its-kind public exposure in the state. Both the Chief Minister and the Assembly Speaker have ordered investigations, while BJP and Congress have issued notices to their respective legislators. Party Action: Expulsion Possible The legislators caught in the controversy include BJP’s Rewant Ram Danga, Congress’s Anita Jatav, and independent MLA Ritu Banawat. BJP state president Madan Rathore has issued a notice to Rewant Ram Danga, req...