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Jaipur: A major education and recruitment scam has come to light in Rajasthan’s capital Jaipur, where two universities have been accused of issuing backdated mark sheets and certificates, allegedly enabling candidates to secure government teaching jobs through fraudulent means. The case is now under investigation by the Rajasthan Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG). The revelations…
Five Days of Ideas, Debates and Dialogue in the Pink City Jaipur is once again set to host one of the world’s largest literary gatherings, the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF), from January 15 to January 19. What started as a literature-focused event has now evolved into a major global intellectual platform, featuring discussions on science,…
A high-speed Audi car caused massive chaos in Jaipur’s Mansarovar area on Friday night after it crashed into a crowded food-stall zone while allegedly racing another vehicle. The incident took place near Kharbas Circle under the Patrakar Colony police station area around 9:30 pm. The car, reportedly moving at around 120 kmph, first hit a…
Jaipur: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled the senior secondary affiliation of Neerja Modi School, Jaipur, with immediate effect following the tragic death of a Class 4 student. The decision comes after a detailed investigation revealed serious lapses in student safety and child protection mechanisms at the school. Nine-year-old Amayra, a Class…
Renowned Vrindavan (Mathura) storyteller Indresh Upadhyay tied the knot on 5 December in a grand ceremony held in Jaipur. He married Shipra, a resident of Yamunanagar in Haryana. The bride appeared radiant in a shimmering gold saree, drawing admiration from guests. The wedding festivities spanned two days — 4 and 5 December — featuring the…
Jaipur: A surge of icy winds from the north has triggered bone-chilling cold across Rajasthan, with temperatures in the Shekhawati region dropping below 2°C. Frost formation began in agricultural fields as dew froze overnight, causing damage to standing crops. On Friday, over 15 cities across the state recorded temperatures in single digits. Jaipur also experienced…
Famous Vrindavan (Mathura) storyteller Indresh Upadhyay is set to tie the knot on 5 December in Jaipur. The three-day wedding celebrations are being held at Taj Amer Hotel, where the mehendi and haldi ceremonies will take place today. Several celebrities, including Bollywood singer B Praak, are expected to attend the functions. On Wednesday, the traditional…
Jaipur: Authorities in Jaipur went on high alert on Tuesday after the Collectorate received an email threatening to blow up the building with a bomb. The message triggered an immediate security response, prompting evacuation of the entire complex as a precaution. Teams from the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), the Bomb Disposal Squad, and local police quickly…
Jaipur: A speeding Fortuner created chaos in Jaipur on Monday night after crashing into multiple vehicles and injuring several people. Angry locals vandalised the SUV with sticks and stones before handing the driver over to the police. Eyewitnesses claim the driver was heavily intoxicated. Multiple Vehicles Hit in High-Speed Drive According to the police, the…
Jaipur, Rajasthan: A shocking incident of boy child assault has emerged by a restaurant staff near the Suez Farm (Sodala) area of Jaipur. According to police officials, a 5-year-old boy child was allegedly subjected to sexual misconduct by a staff member at his residence. The disturbing incident has triggered massive outrage among local residents, many…
Jaipur, October 18: In a major success for the Jaipur Police (West Division), the Vaishali Nagar Police Station has busted an inter-state gang involved in multiple cases of motorcycle theft and house burglaries. Two key accused — Darshan Singh and Jarnail Singh, both from Madhya Pradesh — have been arrested, and stolen goods worth approximately…
Jaipur, October 18: As part of the five-day Deepotsav celebrations, the Govind Devji Temple will host a free Maha Lakshmi–Gayatri Yajna on Sunday, October 19, from 8 AM onwards, under the divine guidance of Mahant Anjan Kumar Goswami. The sacred event aims to invoke blessings of prosperity, well-being, and spiritual peace for all devotees. The…
