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Schools in Rajasthan’s Khairthal-Tijara District Closed Until Nov 23 Due to Rising Pollution Levels

20Nov

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Schools in Rajasthan’s Khairthal-Tijara District Closed Until Nov 23 Due to Rising Pollution Levels

Jaipur, November 20, 2024. In view of the rising pollution, schools were closed in Rajasthan's Khairthal-Tijara district from Monday till November 23. Owing to pollution in the area, the Rajasthan government had announced the closure of schools from November 20 to 23 in Khairthal-Tijara district on Wednesday itself.Officials said the orders for school closure were issued for government and private school students from classes 1 to 5. The order was issued by Khairthal Collector Kishore Kumar as the temperature dipped in different parts of the state and with increasing cold, pollution in Rajasthan crossed the danger level in many cities.An AQI of 380 was recorded in Bhiwadi (Khairthal), and in Karauli and Bikaner too, the air quality was hazardous. In fact, the AQI was higher than 200 in...

Rajasthan fourth BJP-ruled state to make ‘The Sabarmati Report’ tax-free

20Nov

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Rajasthan fourth BJP-ruled state to make ‘The Sabarmati Report’ tax-free

Jaipur, November 20, 2024. Hindi film 'The Sabarmati Report', based on the 2002 Godhra train burning incident in Gujarat, has been made tax free in Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Wednesday. Rajasthan follows three other BJP-ruled states -- Haryana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh -- in giving the tax-free status to the Vikrant Massey-starrer film, which released in theatres last week.

Projects worth 25k cr to be launched on govt’s 1st anniversary on 15 December 2024.

19Nov

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Projects worth 25k cr to be launched on govt’s 1st anniversary on 15 December 2024.

Jaipur, November 19, 2024. Bhajan Lal Sharma-led BJP govt will unveil projects and schemes worth Rs 25,000 crore, spanning key sectors such as agriculture, youth empowerment, IT, and innovation, on its first anniversary on Dec 15. Aimed at creating a statewide impact, the projects and schemes focus on skill development through programmes like Business Innovation Programme, Atal Entrepreneurship Programme, and LEAP (Learn and Progress). "Youth-centric programmes are central to our strategy for empowering the next generation and driving innovation," said a senior govt official. To promote local economies, district magistrates have been instructed to identify one distinctive product or service. For instance, Dholpur's stones, Alwar's dairy products, and Banswara's forestry industries...

RTDC Ajmer’s Hotel Khadim renamed ‘Ajaymeru’

19Nov

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RTDC Ajmer’s Hotel Khadim renamed ‘Ajaymeru’

Ajmer, November 19, 22024. The Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation's hotel Khadim in Ajmer has been renamed ‘Ajaymeru' by the tourism department, following instructions from state assembly speaker Vasudev Devnani, who is BJP MLA from Ajmer North. A press statement issued by the district administration on Monday stated, following Devnani's directive, RTDC managing director Sushma Arora has formally issued the order for remaining the hotel. The administration claimed the renaming decision aims to reflect Ajmer's rich cultural heritage and historical significance. Till late Monday night, RTDC website said, hotel Khadim was named after famous Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. The hotel, situated opposite the Collectorate in Ajmer, serves as a prominent lodging choice for tour...

Rajasthan: School education department begins process to review entire school curriculum

18Nov

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Rajasthan: School education department begins process to review entire school curriculum

Jaipur, November 18, 2024. School education department has formed a state-level committee to review the entire school curriculum being taught in the state, said officials on Sunday. School education minister Madan Dilawar had earlier said that the school curriculum would be reviewed and "some undesirable topics and subjects being taught in the syllabus will be removed." As per the order issued by elementary education department, the committee will review "the content/ photographs/ drawings/ material compilation/ interpretation of the entire school curriculum keeping in view the provisions of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the provisions of the State Curriculum Framework and the National Curriculum Framework and will submit its suggestions to the Rajasthan State Counc...

Sale of horses outpaces camels, cattle at Pushkar fair; traders rake in 11.5 crore

16Nov

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Sale of horses outpaces camels, cattle at Pushkar fair; traders rake in 11.5 crore

Pushkar, November 16, 2024. Pushkar's iconic annual cattle fair has undergone a remarkable transformation. Once synonymous with the sale of camels and bovines, the fair this year witnessed a surge in the sale of Marwadi and Kathiawadi horses, overshadowing traditional livestock sales. The event, which concluded on Friday, saw sale of animals worth an estimated Rs 11.5 crore, with horses dominating the market. According to animal husbandry department, only 274 camels, collectively worth Rs 76 lakh, were sold this year, all within Rajasthan. "Bulls are no longer in trend since they are not used for agricultural purposes with the availability of advanced tractors and other equipment. Also, it is unsafe to purchase cows or buffaloes from such fairs due to the risk of attacks on vehicl...

Independent candidate Naresh Meena sent to jail; Deoli-Uniara under tight security cover

16Nov

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Independent candidate Naresh Meena sent to jail; Deoli-Uniara under tight security cover

Jaipur, November 16, 2024. Heavy security forces remained deployed in Deoli-Uniara assembly constituency of Tonk district on Friday following widespread post-poll violence a day earlier. Although no untoward incidents were reported, members of the Meena community held meetings in Samraota village, demanding release of independent candidate Naresh Meena, who slapped an SDM on poll duty. During the community's meetings, plans to block a national highway were discussed. In response, the district administration intensified security measures. Due to the tense situation, police decided to produce accused Meena before a lower court via video conferencing. The court sent Meena to judicial custody. Widespread violence by Meena's supporters in the district over his arrest had left at least ...

MoUs worth INR 16176 crore signed at ‘‘Rising Rajasthan’ Health Pre-Summit

15Nov

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MoUs worth INR 16176 crore signed at ‘‘Rising Rajasthan’ Health Pre-Summit

Jaipur, November 2024. Investment MoUs worth INR 16176 crore were exchanged with the investors from Health, Medical and AYUSH sectors today at the Health Pre-Summit in the august presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma. With the signing of MoUs today, the total investment proposals signed under the health sector under the banner of ‘Rising Rajasthan’ Global Investment Summit 2024 has reached the figure of over INR 25400 crore. Among the investment MoUs signed today, investment MoUs worth 14000 crore were signed in the Health and Medical sector while investment MoUs worth INR 2157 crore were signed in the AYUSH sector. Additionally, investment proposals worth INR 57000 crore were received on the RajNivesh portal. The conversion of these proposals in the on-ground projec...

Mercury dips in state, Mount Abu coldest at 9.2°

15Nov

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Mercury dips in state, Mount Abu coldest at 9.2°

Jaipur, November 15, 2024. Mercury levels across Rajasthan continued to drop on Thursday following snowfall in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. Poor visibility due to fog and mist affected vehicular traffic on highways in Sriganganagar and Hanumangarh districts. Mount Abu recorded the state's lowest temperature at 9.2 degrees Celsius, according to the Met department. The Met office attributed the weather changes to active northerly winds and predicted further temperature drops due to an upcoming upper air cyclonic circulation. Jaipur residents experienced a chilly morning with a minimum temperature of 19.2 degrees, followed by a smoggy afternoon reaching 31.4 degrees. Forecasters expect Jaipur's minimum temperature to fall below 15 degree Celsius in the coming week. Other cities reco...

RAS association still on ‘pen-down’ strike

15Nov

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RAS association still on ‘pen-down’ strike

Jaipur, November 15, 2024. Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) association and other employees unions, which boycotted work on Thursday morning to demand the arrest of Naresh Meena, will continue their pen-down strike until they meet the chief minister and strong action is taken to ensure their safety and security, RAS association president Mahaveer Kharadi said. Members of the association went to meet CM Sharma on Thursday evening but were unable to have a meeting with him. They are scheduled to meet him on Friday morning. The members demanded an Officials Protection Act to ensure the safety of govt employees and deployment of gunmen for their security. Chief Electoral Officer Naveen Mahajan said, "He (Meena) has been arrested. Cases have been registere and relevant section...

Rajasthan Congress rebel Naresh Meena arrested day after he ‘slapped’ SDM

14Nov

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Rajasthan Congress rebel Naresh Meena arrested day after he ‘slapped’ SDM

Jaipur, November 14, 2024. After a night in which his supporters clashed with police, leaving over 50 people injured and 60 vehicles torched, Rajasthan Police on Thursday afternoon arrested Congress rebel Naresh Meena, who contested as an Independent in the bypolls from the Deoli-Uniara Assembly seat and allegedly slapped the local SDM during polling on Wednesday. A video had been widely shared on Wednesday, purportedly showing Meena slapping Malpura sub-divisional magistrate Amit Choudhary at a polling station in Samravata village in Tonk district. Meena and his supporters later sat on Dharna at the spot, with the candidate claiming he had been “informed that the SDM had allowed three fake voters to cast their votes”. “The public got agitated when they saw those three workers under ...

Baba Shyam’s court decorated on green and golden theme; Devotees stood in lines carrying cakes; 5lakh devotees will reach Khatudham today

12Nov

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Baba Shyam’s court decorated on green and golden theme; Devotees stood in lines carrying cakes; 5lakh devotees will reach Khatudham today

Sikar, November 12, 2024. Today is the birth anniversary of Baba Shyam, About 5 lakh devotees reaching Khatu from across the country and the world will have darshan of Baba throughout the day. The temple complex is decorated on green and golden theme. 30 flower artisans from Kolkata have created different designs within the temple. The main gate of Khatushyam temple is decorated on the theme of Shrinathji. On the occasion of the birth anniversary, 56 special types of bhog will be offered to Baba on Tuesday evening. At the same time, the darshan of Khatunresh will continue till 10 pm tonight.

चेयरमेन एवं पार्षद श्रीमती भारती लखयानी ने वार्ड 75 ( आत्म निर्भर )आदर्श वार्ड बनने पर किया नागरिकों का सम्मान समारोह

30Oct

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चेयरमेन एवं पार्षद श्रीमती भारती लखयानी ने वार्ड 75 ( आत्म निर्भर )आदर्श वार्ड बनने पर किया नागरिकों का सम्मान समारोह

जयपुर, अक्टूबर 2024. चेयरमेन एवं पार्षद श्रीमती भारती लखयानी जी के द्वारा वार्ड 75 आदर्श वार्ड (आत्म निर्भर ) बनने पर वार्ड विकास समितियों, स्वच्छता सैनिक, स्वच्छ्ता मित्र, स्वच्छता चैंपियन, फुटकर व्यापारी, एवं वार्ड वासियो का सम्मान समारोह का कार्यक्रम किया। जिसमे आदर्श वार्ड बनाने जिन विकास समितियों ने सबसे अच्छा कार्य किया उनको प्रथम पुरस्कार -नागरिक विकास समिति सेक्टर 10, द्वितीय पुरस्कार-प्रगतिशील विकास समिति सेक्टर 123,124 तृतीय पुरस्कार-धवलेश्वर विकास समिति सेक्टर 84 को दिया गया। वार्ड 75 में करीब 200 लोगों की स्वच्छता मित्र की टीम बनाई गई जिसने लगातार 3 महीने से ओपन कचरा डिपो बंद करवाए एवं घरों से निकलने वाला गिला सूखा कचरे की मॉनिटरिंग की और घरों में खाद बनाने के लिए लोगों को जागरूक किया उन स्वच्छ्ता मित्रों का भी सम्मान किया गया । वार्ड 75 के प्रत्येक घर म...

ROHL re imagines the mid-market hotel with ‘Regenta Place’, its 5th property in Jaipur

23Oct

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ROHL re imagines the mid-market hotel with ‘Regenta Place’, its 5th property in Jaipur

Jaipur,October, 2024. Leading hospitality chain Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) today announced its 5th property in Jaipur and 10th in Rajasthan while debuting its reimagined midscale brand-Regenta Place. Donning a fresh identity and design language, Regenta Place Jaipur aims to disrupt the value-driven mid market space through a dynamic combination of vivacious social spaces, cutting-edge technology, and quirky décor. Arjun Baljee, President of ROHL said, “We are delighted to create a distinct visual identity for "Regenta Place". This will help us further create a clear distinction in our portfolio of properties, both for our owners and for our guests. By focussing on a modern aesthetic to local design, we hope to create a brand that is relevant to the micro-market it operates in. ...

4th National Disability Tournament to play host to 400 Divyang cricketers from 24 states with Svayam championing accessibility in India’s sports

15Oct

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4th National Disability Tournament to play host to 400 Divyang cricketers from 24 states with Svayam championing accessibility in India’s sports

Udaipur, October 2024. Svayam, a not-for-profit initiative of the Sminu Jindal Charity Trust dedicated to furthering India's accessibility agenda has joined hands with the Disability Cricket Council of India (DCCI) for the 4th National Disability T20 Tournament for the second time. This marks Svayam’s fifth partnership with DCCI to elevate accessibility in sports, reflecting Svayam’s mission to create equal opportunities for people with reduced mobilities across different areas, including sports. The 4th National Disability T20 Tournament is scheduled to take place from (15th - 25th) October 2024, in Udaipur, Rajasthan, and shall witness participation from nearly 400 Divyang cricketers from 24 statess panning 67 matches across five venues - Udaipur's Field Club, BN University Ground,...

DPS Jaipur Welcomes the C.L. Jaipuria Memorial Tournament

11Oct

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DPS Jaipur Welcomes the C.L. Jaipuria Memorial Tournament

Jaipur, 11 October, 2024. The C.L. Jaipuria Memorial Tournament took place yesterday at DPS Jaipur, uniting 1,400 students from 28 schools. A total of 131 teams participated in this spirited celebration of youth sports, teamwork, and sportsmanship. This event highlights the commitment to fostering physical fitness and collaboration among young athletes. The tournament featured a variety of competitions, allowing students to showcase their talents while promoting values such as respect, integrity, and perseverance. “This tournament reflects our commitment to encouraging the holistic development of our students through sports. It’s not just about winning; it’s about gaining valuable life lessons through teamwork and dedication," said Ms Aditi Misra, School Director, DPS Jaipur Th...

5Oct

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राजस्थान के उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा प्रदेश में आयुष पद्धति चिकित्सा को बना रहे जन सुलभ तथा प्रदेश के विकास के लिए हैं लगातार सक्रिय

जयपुर, अक्टूबर 2024. राजस्थान के उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा प्रदेश के विकास के लिए लगातार सक्रिय हैं। उपमुख्यमंत्री होने के साथ साथ आयुष मंत्रालय की जिम्मेदारी भी संभालते हुए इस क्षेत्र में व्यापक सुधार कर रहे हैं। केंद्र प्रायोजित राष्ट्रीय आयुष मिशन योजना के तहत आयुष मंत्रालय, भारत सरकार ने राजस्थान के लिए ₹336 करोड़ रुपये की स्वीकृतत दी है, जो इनके प्रयास से प्राप्त हुआ है। इस राशि का उपयोग राज्य में आयुष स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं को सुदृढ़ करने और अधिक से अधिक लोगों तक पहुंचाने के लिए किया जायेगा। इस योजना के अंतर्गत आयुष स्वास्थ्य सुविधाओं का विकास और पुनरसंवर्धन किया जायेगा तथा नये हॉस्पिटल का निर्माण कराया जायेगा। इसके तहत 59 आयुर्वेद, 3 यूनानी, 2 होम्योपैथिक औषधालय और 1 संयुक्त होम्यो-आयुर्वेद औषधालय का नवीनीकरण किया जायेगा। साथ ही राज्य में 25 नए 10- बेड वाले आय...

5Oct

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जनता की समस्याओं के समाधान के लिए सदैव आगे रहते हैं राजस्थान के उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा

जयपुर, अक्टूबर 2024. जनता जब सरकार और प्रतिनिधि चुनती है तो उसको यह उम्मीद होती है कि उसकी समस्याओं का समाधान होगा। इस सोच के साथ राजस्थान के उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा ने लोगों की समस्याओं के त्वरित समाधान के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण कदम उठाते हुए अपने सरकारी आवास पर जन समाधान केंद्र शुरु की है। इस पहल का उद्देश्य लोगों की समस्याओं का तुरंत निराकरण करना है और लोगों को राहत प्रदान करना है। इस समाधान केंद्र पर स्वयं उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा शामिल होते हैं और लोगों से सीधे संवाद करते हुए उनकी समस्याओं को सुनकर तत्काल कार्यवाही सुनिश्चित करते हैं। यह प्रयास जनता के प्रति उनकी प्रतिबद्धता को दर्शाता है। जन नेता की उनकी यह छवि उनके कार्यों से बनी है। जन समाधान केंद्र पर आने वाले सभी नागरिकों का सम्मान किया जाता है तथा उनकी समस्या की सुनवाई होती है। जन समाधान केंद्र की यह पह...

5Oct

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राजस्थान के विकास हेतु पूर्ण प्रतिबद्ध हैं उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा

जयपुर, अक्टूबर 2024. राजस्थान के उप मुख्यमंत्री डॉ. प्रेमचंद बैरवा राज्य के समग्र विकास के लिए पूरी तरह से प्रतिबद्ध है। आयुष पद्धति चिकित्सा में व्यापक परिवर्तन के साथ ही विभिन्न विकास परियोजनाओं को लेकर वह राज्य के विकास को गति दे रहे हैं। उनकी प्राथमिकता शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य, कृषि और बुनियादी ढांचे के विकास पर है तथा सभी वर्गों के लिए समान अवसर सुनिश्चित करने के लिए प्रतिबद्ध हैं। उनका विशेष ध्यान ग्रामीण विकास तथा समाज के अंतिम पायदान पर खड़े व्यक्ति के विकास पर है। उनका लक्ष्य एक ऐसा राजस्थान बनाना है, जहाँ हर नागरिक को अपनी आवश्यकताओं के अनुसार विकास के लाभ मिलें। राजस्थान के विकास के लिए उनकी दृढ़ निष्ठा और योजनाओं के प्रति प्रतिबद्धता उनकी जनता को सुविधा और प्रदेश को उंचाईयों पर ले जाने की सोच को दर्शाती है।...

3Oct

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88% of professionals in Jaipur seek more guidance than ever to stay ahead at work

Jaipur, October 03, 2024. Professionals in Jaipur are realising how quickly work is changing with 88% looking for more guidance and support than ever before, according to new research from LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. As jobs evolve, the biggest opportunity for workers in India is integrating AI into daily tasks (40%). 63% of professionals in Jaipur are convinced that getting ahead in their career now depends on their comfort with AI. In response, the use of LinkedIn Learning courses focused on AI aptitude has spiked by 117% among non-technical professionals over the past year. LinkedIn data shows a 123% increase in posts mentioning flexible work* over the last two years, highlighting how this continues to be top of mind for workers as companies ...

3Oct

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Google collaborates with CleanMax to add clean energy capacity in India

New Delhi, October 3rd, 2024. Global technology leader Google today announced a collaboration with Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions (CleanMax), a Brookfield-backed company and Asia’s leading renewable energy and net-zero solution provider for the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector. Under this agreement, CleanMax will develop a 125.4 MW hybrid project, consisting of 66 MW solar generation capacity in Rajasthan and 59.4 MW of wind generation capacity in Karnataka. These projects will be connected to the national grid of India and will support the decarbonisation of Google’s cloud services and offices across India, aligning with Google's goal to run on 24/7 carbon-free energy on every grid where it operates by 2030. “We’re thrilled to partner with Google on this decarbonizat...

1Oct

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eHUB by MG App Crosses 15,000 Downloads in Less Than Two Months

New Delhi, October 2024. JSW MG Motor India announced that it has achieved a milestone of 15,000 downloads for the eHUB by MG app since its launch on 6th August this year. With over 28 leading charging partners, including many leading players, the eHUB by MG app boasts of approximately 80% fast charging network coverage. The eHUB by MG app offers a user-friendly and seamless experience and is witnessing rapid adoption by current and prospective EV owners. This user-friendly app has received a great response from customers, resulting in an impressive 4.6 rating on Play Store and 4.3 stars on App Store. Notably, around 17 million green kilometers and approximately 30,000 trips have been planned on the app, highlighting its integral role in the nation’s transition to green mobility. Wi...

30Sep

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Rajasthan Emerges as a Top Travel Destination in the year-end period with a Double-Digit Surge in Air and Hotel Bookings, Cleartrip Reports

Jaipur, September 2024. Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, has reported a remarkable surge in air and hotel bookings to Rajasthan, reflecting the state’s growing popularity as a preferred destination for travellers. According to Cleartrip's data, Jaipur has seen a double-digit growth in air bookings from key cities like Bangalore (51%), Hyderabad (85%), Pune (82%), Kolkata (84%), and Chennai (89%) for the year-end travel season. Moreover, Jaipur has also witnessed a 70% spike in hotel bookings in the third quarter, compared to last year. The data also revealed a significant surge in hotel bookings in other parts of Rajasthan such as Sawai Madhopur (200%), Jaisalmer (177%), and Bikaner (171%). Cleartrip spokesperson stated, "At Cleartrip, we are leading the charge to democratise travel...