Jaipur: The tourism department is in the process of approving a plan to improve the infrastructure at Pushkar with a budget of around Rs 200 crore. The works are planned to raise the aesthetics of the ghats around the lake, block rainwater bringing sewage with it, create parking facilities, and landscape areas around the temple…

Jaisalmer/Jodhpur/Jaipur: Life began returning to normal across Rajasthan’s border districts on Sunday, though some restrictions remained in place due to drone activity from across the border the previous night in violation of the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan.Markets in Jaisalmer, Barmer, Sriganganagar, Bikaner, Jodhpur and Phalodi reopened and resumed regular operations after four days…

Jaipur: The health department officials completed their inspection campaign and returned to Jaipur after assessing the readiness for heatwaves across the state. Teams conducted thorough checks of healthcare facilities in challenging locations, verifying the arrangements for prompt treatment of patients affected by heatwave-related illnesses (HRIs).According to the department, the state-wide preparations for managing heatwave situations…

Jaipur: Majority of the places in Rajasthan saw rise in temperatures, with many experiencing maximum temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius and above. The Met office said that the ongoing spell of rainfall and dust storms is likely to end by May 14.From May 15, several parts of the state are expected to witness heat wave…

Jaipur: For the first time, Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) recorded over 100% passenger load for three consecutive months. Officials said that effective efforts were being made to maintain it continuously. Shubhra Singh, chairperson of RSRTC, said, “Providing better passenger facilities, state roadways achieved 100% passenger load continuously for the first time in the…