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Jaipur: On World Mountains Day, the Supreme Court‘s recent decision to redefine the Aravalli Hills using a 100-meter height criterion has drawn sharp criticism from environmentalists and experts.Conservationists said the new definition threatens to exclude vast portions of the ancient range, potentially opening them up to mining and construction, which could exacerbate ecological stress in…

Jaipur: Govt school teachers across Rajasthan have raised strong objections to the education department’s directive to complete the evaluation of half-yearly exam papers and upload marks on Shala Darpan by Dec 15, calling the timeline unrealistic amid their ongoing SIR duties.Teachers said they have been occupied with SIR work for weeks, and many were relieved…

Jaisalmer: The picturesque city of Jaisalmer will host a judicial conference for western states from Dec 12 to 14, drawing around 200 judges, including 20 senior Supreme Court judges and Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant. The event will also see the participation of Acting Chief Justice of Rajasthan high court, Justice Sanjeev Prakash…

Jodhpur: A CISF head constable, Prakash (38), allegedly killed his father Rampal (68) with a pickaxe Thursday morning in Sathin village, Pipar City. Police said Prakash, posted in Jaipur, had returned home on leave when he began arguing with his father near their farm hut. In a fit of rage, he struck Rampal on the…

Jaipur: Large police forces were deployed and senior officers were rushed to Rathi Kheda village in Hanumangarh district Thursday, a day after violence erupted against an upcoming grain-based ethanol plant.Tensions between the local community and the administration escalated dramatically Wednesday, culminating in clashes that left several people injured and led to the detention of multiple…