Rajasthan: News
Over 7,000 suspected heatstroke cases reported in India this summer
India has witnessed a staggering 7,192 suspected cases of heatstroke only and 14 confirmed deaths due to extreme heat between March 1 and June 24 this year.
IMD issues red alert for these states on July 27
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat on July 27.
NCST issues notices to Rajasthan govt over school roof collapse
The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has issued notices to the Rajasthan government after a tragic incident in Jhalawar district on Friday.
Operation Sindoor ongoing; military must learn 'shastra', 'shaastra': CDS Chauhan
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has confirmed that Operation Sindoor is still underway, stressing the need for constant high-level preparedness.
7 children dead, 2 critical after Rajasthan school roof collapses
Seven students have died after the roof of the Piplodi Primary School in Jhalawar, Rajasthan, collapsed on Friday morning.
2 kanwariyas electrocuted, 30 injured as chariot touches live wire
A tragic incident occurred in Beechgawan village of Alwar district, Rajasthan, on Wednesday morning when a chariot carrying kanwariyas came into contact with a live high-tension wire.
Waterlogging, traffic jams across Delhi-NCR after rain; orange alert issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, forecasting heavy rainfall throughout the day.
IMD issues red alert for J&K, Uttarakhand; predicts heavy rains
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in the western Himalayan region over the next few days.
Jaipur ranks 5th in world's best cities list for tourists
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan and popularly known as the Pink City, has been ranked fifth among the world's best cities for tourists in Travel + Leisure's "World's Best Awards" 2025 survey.
'Love jihad, radicalization': 10 arrested in foreign-funded conversion racket
The Uttar Pradesh Police have busted a large-scale illegal religious conversion and radicalization racket, arresting 10 people from six states.
9-year-old Rajasthan girl dies after suspected multiple heart attacks
A nine-year-old girl, identified as Prachi Kumawat, died of a suspected cardiac arrest at her school in Sikar's Danta town, Rajasthan, on Tuesday.
Light rain lashes Delhi-NCR; red alert in parts of MP
Parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to light rain on Monday morning, after a day of continuous rainfall.
Who were IAF pilots killed in jet crash in Rajasthan
Two Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots were killed when their Jaguar trainer aircraft crashed during a routine training mission in Rajasthan's Churu district on Wednesday.
'Udaipur Files' will premiere as usual: SC rejects urgent hearing
The Supreme Court of India has refused to give an urgent hearing to a plea seeking a stay on the release of the film Udaipur Files, which is based on the 2022 murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in Rajasthan.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in 10 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange alerts for heavy rainfall in 10 states across the country for July 5.
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall for multiple states till July 5
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of the country over the next few days.
Navy clerk arrested for spying, leaked info during Operation Sindoor
A clerk at the Indian Navy's headquarters in Delhi, Vishal Yadav, has been arrested on charges of espionage. The Rajasthan Police's intelligence wing nabbed him after months of surveillance.
Before 'The Traitors' finale, Prime Video confirms Season 2
Amazon Prime Video has announced a second season of The Traitors, Karan Johar's hit reality show.
Several Surat areas flooded after heavy rain; downpour to continue
Several areas in Surat, Gujarat, have been flooded due to continuous rainfall in the region, news agency ANI reported.
Monsoon reaches Bihar, UP; heavy rainfall likely in eastern India
The southwest monsoon has reached Bihar and East Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and most parts of Uttarakhand.
'They punched…choked him': 9-year-old boy witnesses mother's lover kill father
In a shocking incident in Rajasthan's Alwar district, a nine-year-old boy witnessed the murder of his father by his mother and her lover on June 7.
Brothers defraud 70,000 people of ₹2,676 crore: Details here
Two brothers from Rajasthan, Subhash and Ranveer Bijarani, have reportedly defrauded nearly 70,000 people of ₹2,676 crore through their company Nexa Evergreen.
Air India crash: DNA testing helps identify 31 victims
Authorities in Ahmedabad have identified 31 victims of the recent Air India plane crash using DNA testing, an official confirmed on Sunday.
Heatwave to continue in Delhi-NCR, northwestern states till Wednesday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a heatwave in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) and several northwestern states. The intense weather is expected to last until at least Wednesday, June 11.
Women thieves targeting devotees at Mathura temples arrested
A gang of women thieves, who were targeting female devotees at temples in Mathura, has been arrested after stealing a judge's mangalsutra.
Delhi Police make another arrest in espionage case
The Delhi Police have arrested Mohammad Hasin, a resident of Deeg, Rajasthan, in connection with an ongoing espionage investigation.
'Tiger man' Valmik Thapar passes away at 73
Valmik Thapar, a pioneering conservationist and wildlife advocate in India, died on Saturday morning at his residence in New Delhi. He was 73. Thapar had been battling cancer for some time.
'The Traitors': Apoorva, Raj, Maheep, more join ultimate 'dhokha' game
The wait is finally over! The trailer for The Traitors is out, and it's time to meet the 20 celebrities ready to fight lies and betrayal.
Rajasthan heatwave: Jaisalmer hits 48°C, rain forecast in parts
Rajasthan is currently reeling under a severe heatwave, with Jaisalmer recording a blistering 48 degrees Celsius.
What's Amrit Bharat—scheme that gave 103 railway stations airport-like makeovers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.
'Jab sindoor...barood ban jata hai': Modi mounts attack on Pakistan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed a rally in Deshnoke, Rajasthan's Bikaner, where he spoke about "Operation Sindoor."
Barmer district on high alert after missile debris recovery
The Barmer district administration of Rajasthan has been put on high alert after unidentified missile debris was found.
MEA press conference: India neutralizes over 26 Pakistani infiltration attempts
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that Pakistan has been continuously attacking along the western border.
Film association advises industry: Avoid shoots near India-Pakistan border
The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has urged Indian film producers and production houses to avoid shooting in areas near the India-Pakistan border.
India strikes back, targeting four key Pakistan airbases in retaliation
In a decisive retaliation, India has targeted at least four air bases in Pakistan. The move comes after a series of provocations from across the border in the last two days.
26 Indian locations targeted by Pakistan in fresh drone attack
In a major escalation of hostilities, Pakistan carried out drone attacks on 26 locations stretching from Baramulla, Kashmir, to Bhuj in the south, along both the international border and the line of control, defense sources told ANI.
Pakistan fired 300-400 drones, used civilian planes as cover: Government
Pakistan attacked Indian military installations with 300-400 drones and attempted infiltration at 36 locations on the night of May 7 and 8, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi said on Friday evening.
Pakistani pilot reportedly captured alive by India in Jaisalmer
India has reportedly captured a Pakistani F-16 pilot alive in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
Rockets fired toward Jammu; Pakistani shelling reported in Punjab, Rajasthan
Several areas in Jammu, including the airstrip, have reportedly been targeted with rockets from over the International Border.
Airports, schools shut in border states; Punjab cancels officers' leaves
The Indian government has directed a temporary shutdown of 21 airports in North and Northwestern India a day after it launched 'Operation Sindoor,' a massive military campaign against terrorist networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK).
Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh on high alert after 'Operation Sindoor'
In the wake of increasing tensions on the Indo-Pak border, schools in various border districts of Punjab and Rajasthan have been shut down by authorities.
How states, UTs are preparing for mock drill on Wednesday
Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, India will hold a countrywide mock drill on Wednesday.
Defense drills at 244 districts tomorrow; check list of states
Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, India will hold a countrywide civil defense drill on Wednesday.
IMD issues yellow alert for Maharashtra; rain expected all week
Mumbai residents would finally get some respite from the recent heat and humidity, with pre-monsoon showers predicted this week.
Pak ranger detained; LoC sees biggest ceasefire violation night
The Border Security Force (BSF) has arrested a Pakistani Ranger along the international border in Rajasthan.
Mamata Banerjee inaugurates Puri-like Jagannath Temple in Digha
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has inaugurated the Jagannath Dham temple in Digha, a popular tourist spot.
IMD predicts rain in 6 states, intense heat in Northwest
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert predicting thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in several states.
Delhi experiences hottest day of summer at 41.3°C on Monday
Delhi recorded the hottest day of the summer season on Monday, with temperatures shooting up to 41.3 degrees Celsius.
IMD forecasts rain in J&K; heatwave in Rajasthan to ease
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate showers in some parts of the Western Himalayan region on Sunday.
Rajasthan: Sanitation worker and minor helper suffocate in sewer line
A tragedy struck Khedli town in Rajasthan's Alwar district when two sanitation workers died of suffocation while cleaning a sewer line at a paper mill.
Chhattisgarh factory workers electrocuted, nails pulled out over theft allegations
In a shocking incident, two workers of an ice cream factory in Chhattisgarh were allegedly tortured severely by their employer and his aide on suspicion of theft.
JEE Main result out: 24 students score perfect 100 percentile
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the results of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains 2025 Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech).
India to get more cheetahs; 8 arriving from Botswana
India will receive eight Cheetahs from Botswana in a two-phase translocation process.
Rajasthan HC initiates case to 'save' citizens from extreme heatwave
The Rajasthan High Court has initiated a suo motu case (on its own motion) after the state government failed to address the extreme heatwave.
SC to hear constitutional validity of Waqf Amendment Act today
The Supreme Court of India will look into the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act on Wednesday, April 16.
Delhi-NCR braces for intense heatwave; IMD predicts temperatures above 42°
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of a heatwave in Delhi-NCR in the coming days.
Gurugram to Vadodara in 10hrs? New tunnel makes it possible
The travel time between Gurugram and Vadodara will soon drop from over 20 hours to just around 10 hours, all thanks to a tunnel in Kota on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, which is nearing completion.