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April 18, 2025
Kashmir our jugular vein: India slams Pak Army chief's remark
India has rubbished comments by the Pakistani army chief who claimed Kashmir was Islamabad's \"jugular vein\".
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₹2.5 cr property of teacher exam accused seized by ED
The Enforcement Directorate (ED), on Thursday, issued notice to Anita Meena, an accused in the ongoing Grade 2 teacher recruitment paper leak case, to seize her property. Anita Meena was arrested on July 2023 under the PMLA Act.
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Fire in thatched house kills two kids in Udaipur
In a significant move to streamline and decentralize transport-related services, the state transport department has issued a notification announcing the establishment of three new District Transport Offices (DTOs) in Rajasthan.
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HC summer vacation from June 2-29
The Rajasthan High Court will remain closed for Summer Vacation commencing from June 2 to June 29 and re-open on June 30. The registrar (admn) office on Thursday released a roster of Judges to function as Vacation Judges for a period of 5 days each.
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Seminar held on new criminal laws & cryptocurrency investigations
On the occasion of the 76th Rajasthan Police Foundation Day, a semi-nar was organized on Thursday under the aegis of the Police Headquar-ters focusing on signifi-cant and contemporary subjects.
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Truck driver charred to death in Beawar crash
A tragic road accident occurred late on Wednesday night near Talpura on the Beawar-Pindwara four-lane highway in the Raipur sub-division, resulting in the death of a container truck driver.
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DTOs in Deeg, Anupgarh & Khairthal-Tijara to open soon
In a significant move to streamline and decentralize transport-related services, the state transport department has issued a notification announcing the establishment of three new District Transport Offices (DTOs) in Rajasthan.
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Excise dept zones get targets for FY26
The Excise Department has been assigned a significant revenue collection target for the upcoming financial cycle.
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Dissent & democracy lecture marks birth anniv of ex-PM Chandrashekhar
On the occasion of the 98th birth anniversary of the former Prime Minister of India, Late Chandrashekhar, a lecture series on the topic ‘Dissent and Democracy’ was organized today by the Progressive Writers Club Association at the Con-
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Sapta Shakti Command sets up quality control & works training centre
Chetak Zonal Quality Control & Works Training Centre has been established at Bhatinda military station under the aegis of South West er Command.
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Man-animal conflict rises in R’bore’s Zones 1-5
With 71 big cats in between Zones 1 to 5, which is also called Critical Tiger Habitat in Ranthambore, man-animal conflict also on the rise as there are good 11 village around these zones. This calls for immediate measures to be taken for the safety of tigers and villagers.
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Vasudev Devnani to get Mewar Gaurav Samman tomorrow
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Shri Vasudev Devnani will be awarded the Mewar Gaurav Samman. He is being given his honor for his remarkable social services, innovations and ideological revolution. This honour will be given to him on Saturday in Jaipur on the occasion of the Late Sum-
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Power connection of RTO-II disconnected over pending bill
The power department, on Thursday, cut off the electricity connection of Jaipur RTO-II office due to outstanding payment.
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Raj High Court acts on heatwave crisis, issues protective directives
Amid soaring temperatures and severe heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, the High Court has taken suo motu cognizance and issued several interim directives to safeguard public health.
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Guv stresses on health & edu in tribal areas
Governor Haribabu Bagade has directed officials to prioritize the expansion of education and healthcare in Rajasthan’s tribal regions.
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JDA marks illegal construction on Mahal Road after FIN report
The JDA swung into action on Thursday, after First India News reported illegal construction between Apex Circle and part of Mahal Road on Wednesday. Taking cognisance of matter, JDA IG Kailash Chand Bishnoi reached on spot along with zone commissioner and other officials.
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Jpr Collector hears 199 complaints at Jansunwai
District Collector Kumar Soni heard the complaints of 199 complainants, including 76 complaints related to revenue matters, out of which 18 cases were disposed of on the spot.
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113 FIRs registered against illegal water connections in special drive
A special campaign against illegal water connections under the instructions of ACS Bhaskar A Sawant has yielded positive results with more than Rs 1 crore rupees recovered as penalty so far.
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FROM RANA TO CHOKSI, INDIA’S PERSISTENCE PAID OFF
Back-to-back in less than a week, India witnessed two major diplomatic wins... one with the extradition of Tahawwur Rana and the second being the arrest of Mehul Choksi in Beruit. Even as his extradition will take time, Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev said the decision to arrest Choksi, albeit provisionally, was a huge welcome move.
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To be announced: MEA on PM’s participation at Russia’s Victory Day
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Thursday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the upcoming Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9. The MEA stated that an announcement regarding India’s participation will be made in due course.
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US Vice President Vance’s visit will give further boost to bilateral ties
India on Thursday said it is “very positive” that the upcoming visit of US Vice President JD Vance will give “further boost” to the India-US bilateral ties and “all relevant issues” will be on the table.
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‘Target of ₹3 lakh cr set in defence production’
The value of India’s defence production this year is expected to cross Rs 1.60 lakh crore and the target is to manufacture military hardware worth Rs 3 lakh crore by 2029, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday.
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Those who indulge in corruption will be put behind bars: BJP
The BJP on Thursday kept up the heat on the Gandhi family on the issue of corruption and asserted that those who indulged in corruption and usurped farmers’ land will be put behind bars under the “honest government” of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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CRPF's efforts will end Naxalism in India by March 2026: Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that Naxalism, which is confined to just four districts in India, will be eliminated by March 31 next year, and the CRPF is the \"backbone\" of this mission. He was addressing the Central Reserve Police Force's (CRPF) 86th Raising Day function in Madhya Pradesh's Neemuch district.
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HC issues notice to Maha CM Fadnavis in petition challenging his 2024 poll win
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court on Thursday issued notice to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in a poll petition challenging his 2024 win from the Nagpur South West assembly seat.
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Naveen Patnaik makes veiled attack on Odisha BJP govt
Launching a veiled attack on the BJP government in Odisha, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader Naveen Patnaik on Thursday alleged that efforts are being made to change history to demean the contribution and sacrifice of ourgreat sons.
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Over 2,300 pigs die due to African swine fever in Mizoram
A total of 2,357 pigs have died due to African swine fever in four Mizoram districts since March, an official of the state’s Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department said on Thursday.
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No provocative speeches allowed: High Court on Bengal Waqf violence
The Calcutta High Court on Thursday directed central forces to continue their presence in violence-hit Murshidabad, West Bengal, and cautioned against any provocative statements amid ongoing tensions after protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act turned violent.
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SUV crossing railway tracks hit by train in Jhansi, no casualties
An SUV was hit by the Bundelkhand - Express near Manikpur Station in Jhansi at 1 am on Thursday, as its driver tried crossing the tracks.
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AI is a catalyst for change: Dr. Ramakrishnan
Artificial Intelligence is not a challenge, it is a catalyst for change, said Dr. Balaji Ramakrishnan, Director of National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), organizing the International Conference on AI for the Oceans 2025 (ICAIO 2025) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur. Organized with the Marine Technological Society (MTS) India Section, the three-day event brought together 250+ delegates, including scientists, policymakers, and industry experts, to explore AI-based environmental solutions.
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Defer Murshidabad visit, Didi to Guv
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday urged Governor C V Ananda Bose to defer his proposed visit to violence-hit Murshidabad district, stating that the situation was gradually returning to normal and confidence building measures were underway.
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MI clinch comfortable win over SRH
Mumbai Indians beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by four wickets in their Indian Premier League match here on Thursday.
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Over 25 killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
Gaza’s civil defence agency reported on Thursday that a wave of Israeli air strikes hit multiple encampments for displaced Palestinians across the territory, killing at least 26 people.
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Putin thanks Hamas for release of Russian hostages
President Vladimir Putin has thanked Palestinian group Hamas for releasing three Russian hostages captivated during the October 2023 attack on Israel.
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Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Meloni to address US-Europe tariff tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump plays host on Thursday to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, a close ally who wants to act as a power broker between Washington and Europe amid tensions over U.S. tariffs.
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RaGa to hold dist-level meet in Raj on April 28
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will visit Rajasthan on April 28 to attend a district-level conference of senior party leaders.
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Focus on green buildings with high quality & low maintenance: Diya
Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari has directed officials to prioritise solar energy integration and water conservation in upcoming building projects.
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Shah is chief architect of nation's security & development vision: CM
Our traditions can lead the world to global brotherhood and guide lives toward virtue, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah
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CS ensures timely scheme execution in VC review with District Collectors
CS Sudhansh Pant on Thursday issued a series of firm directives aimed at enhancing administrative accountability and ensuring better implementation of key government schemes and programmes.
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Neo-Nari Look
DRAPED SAREES ARE STEALING THE SPOTLIGHT AS THE PERFECT BLEND OF TRADITION AND TREND. CITY FIRST BRINGS YOU A GLIMPSE INTO STUNNING STYLES LIKE DHOTI DRAPES, CAPE PALLUS & PANT-STYLE TWISTS THAT REDEFINE ETHNIC WEAR WITH COMFORT AND EFFORTLESS GRACE!
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Echoes of Royal Grandeur
On this special occasion of World Heritage Day, we bring you a majestic journey through Rajasthan's most prized World Heritage Sites, all recognized by UNESCO and celebrated across the globe.
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Wisdom in Verses
Shweta Sharma's poetic journey is a story of passion, resilience and self-reflection.
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Driven by Dedication
Proving that dreams have no age limit, Lalit Sharma, retired Director of Engineering of JDA, is all set to represent India at the 2025 ITF World Masters Tour World Championships in Florida, USA, from May 11 to 16. Joining teammates Rakesh Kohli, Ajit Bhardwaj, and OP Dikshit, Lalit's journey is a story of passion and persistence.
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Gau Raksha Uprising
Hindu organisations and cow welfare groups raised strong concerns over increasing cow smuggling in Rajasthan, alleging police complicity.
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