Visit in Jaipur

Jaipur: Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Tuesday reaffirmed his govt’s commitment to zero tolerance against corruption, calling it a societal evil that blocks welfare schemes from reaching the last person in line and widens inequality.Speaking at the 68th Foundation Day of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) at Rajasthan International Centre, Sharma stressed that no one is…

Jaipur: Residents across the state are still waiting for sand prices to come down, two years after the state govt promised that new mining blocks would ensure a cheaper supply.Large-scale illegal extraction and transportation continue unabated, with the recently issued 100-hectare leases also becoming hotspots for irregularities. Earlier, the state granted khatedari (private land) leases…

Jaipur: Dharmendra’s enduring attachment to Rajasthan is steeped in stories of loyalty, affection, and uncommon humility — stories that overshadow his silver screen connections to a state where some of his greatest hits were filmed.The thespian’s passing Monday at the age of 89 brings to light fond memories of a star who touched lives far…

Ajmer: The purple-rumped sunbird was sighted for the first time in Ajmer Saturday during a bird survey conducted at Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati University (MDSU), marking a significant addition to the region’s biodiversity records. The rare observation has sparked interest among researchers and environmentalists, as the species is generally native to southern India.Professor Subroto Dutta, Head…

Jaipur: There are many firsts associated with Parul Choudhary. The talented Rajasthan girl was the first shuttler from the state to achieve No. 1 national ranking in the U-17 girls singles which helped her break into the national squad last year. The teenage southpaw was also the first from the region to clinch the junior…