Rajasthan

Sawai Madhopur (Rajasthan): A tragic road accident on the Delhi–Mumbai–Vadodara Expressway late Thursday night claimed the lives of two young men from Gujarat, after their Kia Sonet car was hit by an unidentified vehicle and plunged into a median ditch in Sawai Madhopur district. The accident occurred near pillar number 246 under the jurisdiction of the Bonli police station. According to police officials, the Kia Sonet was travelling at high speed when it was struck by an unknown vehicle. Following the impact, the driver lost control and the car veered off the roadway, crashing into the ditch separating the two lanes of the expressway. The vehicle was completely mangled in the crash. One Dead on the Spot, Another Succumbs to Injuries One of the occupants, Kamal Gohil (35), a resid...

Alwar (Rajasthan): The demand for the establishment of a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Rajgarh town of Alwar district has escalated into a major public movement, with widespread protests continuing for the third consecutive day. Roads remain blocked, markets shut, and hundreds of residents have taken to the streets, demanding a written assurance from the administration. On Friday, under the banner of the Rajgarh Awaaz Manch, protesters blocked the Alwar–Rajgarh–Bandikui road, bringing traffic to a complete standstill. Traders, representatives of social organisations, and local residents staged a sit-in, forcing authorities to deploy additional police personnel to maintain law and order. Anger Over School Shift to Daulatpura The protesters allege that although the Union government had anno...

Jaipur: A seemingly minor dispute over stones outside a mosque in Chomu, Jaipur, escalated into violence, leaving residents and authorities shocked. The incident highlights how quickly local disagreements can spiral out of control. What Happened in Chomu? The controversy began over the removal of large stones placed outside a mosque along the roadside. The stones had been obstructing traffic for a long time, raising concerns about accidents. On Thursday, 25 December, the local administration held a meeting with community representatives, including members of the mosque’s management, to discuss the removal. Following an agreement, the municipal team started clearing the stones early Friday morning. From Dispute to Violence At around 3 AM, while the removal was underway, some loc...

Rajgarh, Churu: A disturbing incident has come to light from a private school in Rajgarh, Churu, where an 11th-grade student was allegedly subjected to severe physical assault. The case gained widespread attention after a video of the alleged assault surfaced on social media, prompting a police investigation. The student’s family has lodged a formal complaint against the school management. Incident Reported at Lords International School The incident reportedly took place at Lords International School, located on Siddhmukh Road in Rajgarh. The student’s father, Deepchand, alleged that on Wednesday, the principal along with approximately six staff members physically assaulted his 15-year-old son. The student informed his family after returning home, and later that evening, he experienc...

Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan: The ongoing BSF recruitment process in Sri Ganganagar was disrupted when a swarm of bees suddenly attacked candidates at the recruitment ground. The unexpected incident left several aspirants injured, with 18 requiring hospitalization for medical care. As a precautionary measure, the recruitment schedule has been postponed. Incident DetailsThe attack occurred so suddenly that candidates had no time to react. More than two dozen aspirants were stung, leading to panic at the recruitment venue. Immediate first aid was provided on-site, while those requiring further treatment were transported to the district hospital via ambulance. Medical ResponseDistrict Hospital DC Dr. Jyotsna Choudhary reported that among the 18 hospitalized candidates, 10 are in stable con...

Jaipur/Udaipur, 26 Dec 2025: Raj Singh Shekhawat, founder of the Karni Sena, has issued a threatening social media post targeting Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria. Shekhawat’s anger stems from a statement made by the Governor on 22 December during a foundation stone-laying ceremony in Dhuli Valley, Gogunda, Udaipur, regarding Maharana Pratap. In his post, Shekhawat called on Karni Sena members to take action against Kataria, saying, “Wherever this person is seen, deal with him there.” Several members of the Karni Sena have expressed support for Shekhawat’s stance. Following the post, Udaipur SP Yogesh Goyal confirmed that the police are investigating the matter. The Controversial StatementGovernor Kataria had claimed that Maharana Pratap’s name was heard mainly during Congress rul...

In a significant political and administrative development, the Rajasthan government has moved a step closer to relaxing the long-standing disqualification rule that bars individuals with more than two children from contesting local body elections. A proposal to amend the Municipalities Act has received administrative approval, raising strong possibilities of the new rule coming into force before the upcoming panchayat and urban local body elections. Amendment Proposal to Reach the Assembly The proposal has been granted administrative clearance by Minister Jhabar Singh Kharra amid preparations for local elections. The file will now be sent to the Law Department for legal vetting. Once cleared, it will be placed before the State Cabinet and subsequently introduced in the Rajasthan Legi...

Tension gripped the Chomu town of Jaipur district after a dispute escalated into violent clashes in the early hours of Friday. The situation turned volatile when a crowd allegedly resorted to stone-pelting on police personnel, forcing the authorities to fire tear gas shells to bring the situation under control. At least six police personnel were injured in the incident. According to officials, the unrest broke out near a mosque in the bus stand area while the local administration was carrying out a drive to remove stones lying along the roadside. The stones, reportedly placed there for nearly 45 years, were obstructing traffic and causing frequent congestion in the area. The administration began the removal process around 3 am, following prior consultations and a meeting held a day e...

In a major boost to environmental conservation, the Central Government has imposed a complete ban on issuing new mining leases across the Aravalli mountain range, a decision that is expected to have far-reaching implications for Rajasthan. The move, announced by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), has been widely welcomed by environmentalists, who are now demanding strict enforcement on the ground. The Ministry has issued clear instructions to all states through which the Aravalli range stretches—including Rajasthan, Gujarat and Delhi—stating that no new mining leases will be permitted anywhere in the entire Aravalli belt. The decision aims to protect one of India’s oldest mountain systems, which plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance, ...