Jaipur | Rajasthan Power Update:In a landmark move benefiting millions of families, the Rajasthan government has announced that households consuming up to 150 units of electricity per month will now receive ‘zero’ electricity bills under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This initiative, backed by both central and state support, is expected to directly benefit over 77 lakh domestic consumers across the state. ₹50,000 Subsidy on Solar Installation — Here’s How to Avail It To take advantage of this golden opportunity, eligible consumers must register through the Rajasthan DISCOM website or the ‘Bijli Mitra’ mobile app. After registration, they can log on to the National PM Surya Ghar Portal, select an authorized vendor, and install a minimum 1.1 kW rooftop solar panel system on the...

Rajasthan Weather Update:With cold winds sweeping in from northern India, Rajasthan is reeling under an intensified cold wave. Following unseasonal rains earlier this week, temperatures have plummeted sharply across the state, pushing minimum readings in six major cities below 10°C. According to the Meteorological Department, the chill is expected to deepen in the coming days. Nagaur Shivers at 6.5°C — Coldest Night in the State Nagaur recorded the lowest temperature of the season at 6.5°C, surpassing even the usually cold Shekhawati region. Sikar and Dausa followed closely with minimum temperatures of 7.2°C and 7.7°C, respectively. The cold spell has tightened its grip, making early mornings and late nights particularly harsh. Night Temperatures Fall 9°C Below Normal While day...

Srikaranpur (Rajasthan): In yet another shocking instance of cross-border drug smuggling, the Border Security Force (BSF) has recovered a consignment of heroin worth approximately ₹2.5 crore near the India-Pakistan border in Srikaranpur sector. The contraband, weighing around half a kilogram, was reportedly dropped into Indian territory by a Pakistani drone. Drone Drops 'Poison' from Pakistan Acting on intelligence inputs received by the BSF’s G-Branch (Intelligence Wing), a special team launched a search operation near the Anand Sar Border Outpost (BOP) in village 23-O. During the operation, the team discovered a suspicious yellow packet concealed in a farm field. Initial investigation confirmed that Pakistani smugglers used a drone to deliver the narcotics into Indian territory, se...

Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan): In a heart-stopping incident near Mukundgarh in Jhunjhunu district, a moving Scorpio car suddenly turned into a blazing fireball on Friday afternoon. The vehicle, carrying seven family members including five children, was on its way to attend a traditional Mayra (wedding gift) ceremony when the fire broke out. The accident occurred on the Kumawas–Delsar road near Dabri Balauda village. Residents Nadeem and Anwar were traveling to their sister Kheruna’s home in Bhodki (Gudhagorji) for the ceremony. Along with them were Nadeem’s children Arzoo (14), Ayaan (13), and Alia (10); Anwar’s daughter Tamanna (15); their nephew Adnan (3); and their friend Ajay Nayak (25). Smoke Erupts, Panic Follows While Anwar was driving, smoke suddenly started billowing from the bon...