Jaipur: Exports of mehndi, dimensional stones, handicrafts and garments from Rajasthan to Gulf countries have come to a standstill as the ongoing Iran conflict disrupts shipping operations and delays deliveries.Exporters said buyers in the region began postponing delivery of orders amid uncertainty and logistical disruptions. With shipping lines either suspended or operating irregularly, consignments that…

Jaipur: The Rajasthan High Court Friday stayed key directions issued by a single bench relating to future student union elections in universities and colleges across the state. The order came while hearing an appeal filed by the Rajasthan govt against the single bench verdict.A division bench of Justice Sudesh Bansal and Justice Manish Sharma stayed…

Buyers at the coloured gemstone exhibition in Jaipur Jaipur: With exports to Dubai and the US facing strong headwinds, and the sector finding itself at the crossroads after gold import restrictions and high prices, the colour gemstones industry is looking for opportunities in lightweight jewellery and domestic demand.Amid the broader challenges facing the sector, representatives…

A man walks through a rain-soaked Jaipur road as evening showers and strong winds bring respite from scorching heat Thursday Jaipur: Rajasthan remained in the grip of intense heatwave conditions Thursday, with Phalodi recording the state’s highest maximum temperature at 45.2°C. However, several districts witnessed dust storms and light rainfall in the evening, bringing temporary…

Gangtok: Rajasthan United FC began their campaign at the 41st Sikkim Governor’s Gold Cup with a confident and disciplined 3–0 win against Sikkim Himalayan FC at the historic Paljor Stadium on Friday.Rajasthan United made their opportunity count early. In the 12th minute, Spanish midfielder Pedro Astray (Jersey No. 11) opened the scoring with a composed…