Jodhpur: Tensions escalated in Jalore district Thursday when police were forced to use mild force to disperse protesters attempting to block Governor Haribhau Bagde’s convoy. Given the volatile situation, the governor’s itinerary was altered and he was escorted to the Jalore Circuit House via an alternate route to ensure his safety.The protesters, predominantly women, were…
Jaipur: After weeks of public outcry and deteriorating road conditions, Jaipur municipal corporations (JMCs) Greater and Heritage have finally started repairing potholes. However, the effort has come too late as most residents have already borne the brunt of monsoon-related chaos.JMC-H officials Wednesday claimed to have repaired over 300 potholes in past 2 days, while JMC-G…
Jaipur: Terming the ongoing strike by employees of subordinate courts as “illegal,” a single judge bench of Rajasthan High Court Thursday directed the employees to return to work on Friday morning. The court asked district judges to hold a meeting with the district collector and district SP to ensure alternative working arrangements if employees fail…
Jaipur: Student representatives from the All Rajasthan Chhatra Sangh Chunav Sangharsh Samiti are rallying political support for their Aug 4 demonstration in Jaipur. On Thursday, they met senior Congress leaders, including former chief minister Ashok Gehlot, former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot, and Pradesh Congress Committee chief Govind Singh Dotasra, as well as former BJP…
Jaipur: State govt will offer free rail travel to five historical sites linked to Dr B R Ambedkar for residents of Rajasthan belonging to the SC community. This initiative is being implemented following the model of the ‘Senior Citizen Pilgrimage Scheme’.Under the scheme, travellers will visit Ambedkar’s birthplace in Mhow (Madhya Pradesh), Deeksha Bhoomi in…
