Rajasthan

Jaipur: A tragic case of love, an illicit affair, and a financial dispute has come to light in Jaipur’s Shastri Nagar, where a 50-year-old woman was brutally murdered. The accused allegedly disposed of her body in a plastic sack outside a neighbor’s house, attempting to mislead the police. Illicit Relationship Turns DeadlyThe victim, separated from her husband for several years, had been involved in a relationship with a neighboring man. On Sunday night, the accused, Jitendra Singh, invited her to his residence. Following the illicit encounter, an argument over money erupted. The altercation escalated, resulting in Jitendra fatally pushing the woman, causing her head to hit a wall and leading to excessive bleeding. Body Dumped in Neighbor’s PorchThe murder came to light on Tuesday mo...

Tonk, Rajasthan: Tonk District Collector, IAS Kalpana Agarwal, made headlines once again with her surprise inspection of the Annapurna Rasoi in Deoli. During the inspection, the Collector expressed strong displeasure over the poor quality of food being served. The dal was watery, and the taste was unsatisfactory, prompting her to issue immediate orders for corrective measures. She also instructed the Municipal Corporation to conduct regular monitoring of the kitchen operations. Collector’s Inspection Reveals Negligence Collector Kalpana Agarwal personally checked the cooking process at the Annapurna Rasoi located at the bus stand. Demonstrating her commitment to hygiene, she removed her shoes before entering the kitchen and closely observed the food preparation. She found the dal exc...

Barmer, Rajasthan: In the village of Sudaberi in Barmer district, an extraordinary story of lifelong love and devotion has touched the hearts of the community. Rajadevi (90) and her husband Ruparam (95), who had shared seven decades together, passed away just hours apart, leaving the village in grief and awe at their enduring bond. Almost 70–80 years ago, the couple had pledged in the sacred seven rounds of marriage (Saptapadi) to stay together in life and death. That promise, kept true to the very end, moved everyone who learned of their passing. Rajadevi passed away on Sunday, and the shock of her departure proved too much for Ruparam. Shortly after, he too passed away, completing a life-long journey that had begun together and ended in unison. Villagers described their relationshi...

Jaipur: Along with the winter chill, air pollution is worsening across Rajasthan, and Jaipur is now facing alarming air quality levels. In several areas of the city, the Air Quality Index (AQI) has crossed 150, raising health concerns for residents. Following Delhi, where outdoor air has become increasingly difficult to breathe, Jaipur is now grappling with elevated PM2.5 and PM10 levels. AQI measures the concentration of pollutants in the air, and a level above 100 is considered harmful to health. In parts of Jaipur, the AQI has surged to 150 and beyond. Pollution HotspotsThe highest pollution was recorded in the Mansarovar area, with an average AQI of 191. Sitapura RICO reported a level of 165, while Adarsh Nagar crossed 150, reaching 158. Murli Pura recorded 118, and near the Poli...

In a landmark move to strengthen the genetic base of tigers in Rajasthan, the state forest department has translocated a tigress from Pench Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh to the Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve in Bundi. The initiative aims to promote cross-breeding, reduce the risk of inbreeding, and develop a healthier and more resilient tiger population in the state’s forests. India’s First Inter-State Tiger Translocation India currently has 58 tiger reserves, six of which are located in Rajasthan. However, reserves such as Ranthambore, Sariska, Mukundra, and Ramgarh Vishdhari have largely been home to tigers belonging to the same family lineage, primarily translocated earlier from Ranthambore. This has led to a narrowing of the genetic pool. Keeping this in mind, the Ramgarh V...

In a major setback for IPL cricketer Yash Dayal, a special POCSO court in Jaipur has once again rejected his anticipatory bail application in a case involving allegations of sexual assault on a minor. The court cited the serious nature of the charges and refused to grant any relief to the accused. The order was passed by Special POCSO Court No. 3 (Metropolitan First), Jaipur, presided over by Judge Alka Bansal, after hearing detailed arguments from both the prosecution and the defence. The court made it clear that allegations of rape involving a minor fall under grave offences, making the accused ineligible for anticipatory bail at this stage. Defence Arguments Rejected During the hearing, counsel for Yash Dayal argued that a similar case had earlier been registered against the cr...

Jaipur, Rajasthan:The movement to protect the Aravalli mountain range in Rajasthan is set to intensify as prominent student leader Nirmal Chaudhary has announced a 1,000-kilometre foot march starting December 24. The march will begin from Mount Abu and aims to mobilise public opinion against what activists describe as the dilution of the legal definition of the Aravallis. The announcement comes amid widespread protests across districts including Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Barmer, and Alwar, following a recent Supreme Court verdict based on a report submitted by the central government. The decision has drawn strong criticism from the Congress and several civil society groups, who accuse the Centre of weakening environmental safeguards. Who Is Nirmal Chaudhary? Nirmal Chaudhary is a well-kno...

Chittorgarh, Rajasthan: The famed Sanwaliya Seth Temple in Mewar has once again set new records in faith and donations this December. The temple’s monthly treasury count revealed a total collection of ₹29.32 crore, including nearly 1786 grams of gold and over 100 kilograms of silver. This remarkable contribution not only reflects the deep devotion of the devotees but also marks a significant increase compared to last year. Treasury Count Conducted in Four Rounds The temple administration conducted the traditional treasury count starting December 18. The process was completed in four rounds: Round 1 (18 Dec): ₹12.10 crore Round 2 (19 Dec): ₹4.73 crore Round 3 (20 Dec): ₹5.47 crore Round 4 (22 Dec): ₹49.84 lakh In addition to the treasury, donations received via the te...

Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan: In a sensational case of spiritual fraud, Jhunjhunu police have arrested a fake tantric who cheated a family of over ₹10 lakh by claiming to perform rituals to ward off evil spirits. The accused, who presented himself as a ‘Bengali Baba,’ was later identified as a 43-year-old Shivkant from Mahendragarh, Haryana. According to police, the accused first gained access to the victim’s house under the pretext of selling utensils. He then claimed that a family member was possessed by evil spirits and that special tantric rituals were required. Over several months, he repeatedly extorted approximately ₹10,10,840 from the family in installments, using fear and superstition as leverage. Multi-State Hunt Ends in Madhya Pradesh Following the complaint, the Meharda police...

Kota, Rajasthan: Breakfast lovers beware! The Food Safety Department has raised serious concerns over adulterated poha being sold in Kota, potentially endangering public health. In a major operation, authorities seized 33.5 quintals of poha suspected of being chemically treated to enhance its whiteness. According to the department, the market rate for poha ranges between ₹48–50 per kilogram, but a batch of “Amritbhog” poha from Bihar was being sold at just ₹36 per kilogram. Suspicious of adulteration, the Food Safety team conducted inspections at two locations in Kota. They seized 58 sacks (each 30 kg) of poha from a firm on Sabzimandi Road and an additional 54 sacks from a wholesale distributor in the Kathunipol area. The seized sacks lacked essential information such as manufacturer d...