Rajasthan

Sikar, Rajasthan: In a daring film-style robbery, two young men made off with gold jewelry worth ₹10 lakh from a shop in Khandela Bazaar, Shrimadhopur, in just two and a half minutes. The incident occurred at Hardwarilal Tejpal Jewellers, and CCTV footage captured the audacious act. How the Heist Unfolded:The two men arrived on a bike wearing caps. One entered the shop while the other stayed outside keeping watch. Inside, the robber presented himself as a government official and told shopkeeper Omprakash Soni, “It’s my niece’s birthday; show me something nice in the 15–20 thousand range.” Using the pretext of checking designs and asking about prices, he engaged the shopkeeper in conversation. Meanwhile, he swiftly covered several gold rings (82 grams in total) with a handkerchief and...

Bikaner/Mumbai: Legendary Bollywood actor and former Bikaner MP Dharmendra is currently in a critical condition at Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai, where he has been on a ventilator for 11 days. At the age of 89, he was admitted following breathing difficulties and has been battling for his life in the ICU. News of his condition has sparked widespread concern among his fans and supporters in Bikaner. Residents have been praying for his recovery in local temples, while social media witnessed the hashtag #GetWellSoonDharmendra trending as the city’s people expressed their concern. Several local leaders and political workers noted that although Dharmendra had stepped away from politics, he continues to hold a special place in the hearts of Bikaner residents. Family and Security Measures:D...

Jaipur: The sudden transfer of Senior IAS officer Sudhansh Pant, who has been serving as the Chief Secretary of Rajasthan, to Delhi has sent waves of surprise through the state’s bureaucracy and social media alike. Pant, who assumed office as Rajasthan’s Chief Secretary on January 1, 2024, will now move to the national capital before completing two years in the role. Bureaucracy in Shock:The post of Chief Secretary is the highest-ranking position in the state bureaucracy, and stepping down from it midway naturally raises eyebrows. Colleagues and observers are speculating whether Pant’s transfer reflects his discontent with the state government. Possible Reasons for Discontent:Sources suggest that Pant may have been dissatisfied with the government’s approach towards administrative po...

Jaipur: Following the devastating car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday evening, security agencies across India are on high alert. Investigations have revealed a potential connection to Rajasthan’s border districts, prompting heightened security in Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Barmer, and Sri Ganganagar. Intelligence Findings:During interrogation of the four arrested suspects—including three Kashmiri doctors and one female doctor—authorities discovered that weapons used in terrorist activities were being supplied from Rajasthan’s border regions. Sources confirmed that Pakistan allegedly dropped weapons via drones in Hanumangarh, which were then distributed to other parts of the country. Arrests and Weapons Recovery:The four suspects apprehended so far are: Dr. Mujammil Shakeel ...

Jodhpur: Tragedy struck the Indian Air Force as Sergeant Thanararam Jangid, 38, from Jodhpur, succumbed to a cardiac arrest while on a routine morning run at the Prayagraj Air Force Station. The devoted soldier, who had dedicated his life to serving the nation, collapsed mid-run and passed away within moments, leaving family, colleagues, and his village in deep mourning. Sudden Cardiac Arrest Claims Young Soldier On the morning of 6th November, Sergeant Thanararam was running alongside his fellow airmen during daily training exercises. Suddenly, he experienced severe chest pain and fell to the ground. Despite immediate medical attention, he was declared dead by the doctors. This incident highlights a growing concern as cardiac arrests have increasingly affected young individuals in R...

Jaipur: The chill is tightening its grip across Rajasthan as cold winds continue to bring a biting winter effect. According to the latest updates, temperatures in 10 cities have dropped below 10°C, and meteorologists predict the cold will gradually intensify over the coming days. Cold Wave Continues Across the State Despite the sun shining during the day, northern cold winds have kept the mornings and evenings particularly chilly. Compared to Saturday, Sunday’s temperatures showed little change. The weather department expects dry conditions to persist in the coming days, with minimum temperatures likely to fall by 2–3°C, increasing the impact of the cold wave. 10 Cities Record Minimum Temperatures Below 10°C The Jaipur weather center reported that Sikar and Fatehpur experienced...

Jaipur: In a bizarre and alarming incident, a passenger on board an Air India Express flight from Bengaluru to Jaipur was caught smoking a cigarette mid-air, despite the strict ban on smoking inside aircraft. The shocking episode occurred on Saturday evening, November 9, and led to the passenger’s arrest immediately after landing. Smoked Inside the Aircraft Lavatory According to airline officials, the passenger went into the lavatory and lit a cigarette during the flight. Soon after, the crew detected the smell of smoke coming from the toilet area and immediately initiated an inspection. Upon confrontation, the passenger reportedly argued with the cabin crew instead of admitting his wrongdoing.Witnesses said that even fellow passengers tried to intervene, but the man refused to ackno...