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Mustard production in Rajasthan likely to decline on lower sowing

According to the agriculture department, mustard production is estimated at 5.5 million tonnes (mt) this season, down from 6.2 mt last year

Raj CM distributes 7,800 joining letters, launches key education schemes

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma along with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated Rojgar Utsav Avam Yuva Sammelan here on Saturday and distributed 7,800 appointment letters to job aspirants. The participants attended the event in person and online from various districts across the state. Sharma also launched the Mukhya Mantri Shikshit Rajasthan Abhiyan and released a booklet on the AI Act, student attendance app, On Demand Exam (Open School), Skill Policy, Youth Policy, directives on the scheme of assistance of Rs 10,000 for employment and Atal Knowledge Centre. Anakshi Jaiswal, daughter of a victim of the 2008 blast in Jaipur, was among the recipients of job appointment letters as a junior assistant in the Jaipur collector office. Speaking on the occasion, Sharma said the state government is moving ahead with its Resolution Letter to provide 1 lakh jobs in a year, out of which 67,000 have already been provided. He slammed Congress over their criticism of employment in t

Protest in Jaipur over Tejaji temple vandalism, accused identified

Locals along with members of Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal on Saturday held a protest over vandalism at Tejaji temple on Tonk road here, police said. The protestors blocked the busy Tonk Road demanding arrest of the accused involved in the vandalism. However, as the resentment grew, the number of protestors increased. Police used mild force to disperse the mob, detained some people and opened the road for traffic movement. The matter came to light when locals found an idol of a deity damaged in the temple following which people gathered at the spot and held a demonstration. Members of VHP and Bajrang Dal along with Rashtriya Loktantrik Party (RLP) workers reached the spot and joined the protest, demanding immediate arrest of the accused involved in the vandalism. Meanwhile, Congress leaders also condemned the incident and demanded action. The protestors burnt tyres and blocked the busy Tonk road. Police assured the protestor of prompt action but they continued the protest

RBSE releases REET 2025 Answer Key at official website, details inside

The provisional answer key for the REET has been announced by the RBSE today, Mar 25, 2025. Candidates can view and download it from the official website

Wheat procurement starts on a brisk note in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

The government has estimated 2025-26 wheat production to be a record over 115 million tonnes, higher than this year's 113.29 million tonnes

Rajasthan CM slams SP MP's remarks on Rana Sanga; demands action

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Tuesday strongly condemned the Samajwadi Party MP Ramji Lal Suman's recent remarks on Mewar ruler Rana Sanga and demanded that the Akhilesh Yadav-led party take action against him. He also said that the Suman's remarks were an insult not only to Rana Sanga but also to every warrior who laid down their life for the country. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on March 21, Suman called Rana Sanga a "traitor" and said that Hindus are his descendants. Addressing a programme organised by Jauhar Smriti Sansthan in Chittorgarh fort, Chief Minister Sharma said, "Rana Sanga was a warrior who sacrificed his life for the protection of the motherland and Sanatan Dharma. His body bore 80 wounds, yet he never showed any signs of distress." "This (Suman's remarks) is an insult to our history and our heroes, who fought to protect our culture and religion," Sharma said. He also questioned the SP MP whether he had ever made an effort to understand the sacrifices

Rajasthan goes aggressive on illegal mining, imposes fines of over Rs 70 cr

The action, taken under the supervision of Director (mines) Deepak Tanwar, is part of the state government's zero-tolerance policy on illegal mining

Old is gold: Investing in a vintage car is more than your money's worth

Besides the bragging rights that come with one, many vintage cars appreciate in value over time, making them attractive financial assets

Bill to control, regulate coaching centres introduced in Rajasthan Assembly

The Rajasthan government on Wednesday introduced in the state Assembly the Rajasthan Coaching Centres (Control and Regulation) Bill having provisions like mandatory registration of all coaching centres, setting up of an authority to regulate coaching centres and a penalty from Rs 2-5 lakh for the violation of registration rules. The bill, introduced by Higher Education Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, assumes significance in view of suicide cases that have happened mostly in Kota, a hub of coaching centres offering courses for entrance in prestigious medical and engineering colleges across the country. After enactment, no coaching centre in the state will be allowed to establish or run without obtaining a valid registration certificate. "This bill is a decisive step to curb the commercialisation of coaching institutes and ensure that they operate within a framework prioritising the well-being and success of students. By regulating these centres, the state aims to create a healthier and .

Investment summit MoUs of Rs 2.25 trn in groundbreaking, implementation

The 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024, held in December last year, resulted in MoUs in different sectors worth around ₹35 trillion

Member of erstwhile royal family Arvind Singh Mewar passes away at 81

He is survived by wife Vijayraj Kumari, son Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar and daughters Bhargavi Kumari Mewar and Padmaja Kumari Parmar

Rajasthan cops boycott Holi over promotions, salary discrepancies

Rajasthan Police personnel in several districts of the state distanced themselves from Holi celebrations on Saturday in support of their demands including promotions and removing salary discrepancies. Former chief minister Ashok Gehlot demanded that Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma immediately intervene in the matter and look into the demands of the policemen. Cabinet minister Kirodi Lal Meena also came in support of the demands and said he would raise the issue with the government. Traditionally, policemen celebrate the festival of colour on the day of Dhulandi as they remain engaged in law and order duty on the day of the festival. The next day of the Dhulandi, they gather in police lines to celebrate Holi. As usual, arrangements for Holi celebrations were made by senior officers in police lines across the state. However, police lines in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur and other districts remained empty. In Kota, Bharatpur, Pali, Sawai Madhopur and Bhilwara, celebrations continued with

Rajasthan man strangled to death for refusing Holi colours; three booked

Villagers and family members of the deceased staged a late-night protest, blocking the national highway with Hansraj's body in Rajasthan's Dausa district until 1 am on Thursday

Rajasthan plans new initiatives to further boost tourism in the state

The chief minister said Rajasthan has been famous for its grandeur, royal heritage and majestic hospitality for centuries

Concept of 'concert tourism' can boost growth: Rajasthan Dy CM Diya Kumari

Speaking at the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA), the Deputy CM said that the state government has come up with the concept of "concert tourism" to promote tourism in the state

Rajasthan to curb illegal mining, monitor revenue collection daily

With 22 major minerals and 36 minor ones, Rajasthan is the country's only producer of lead, zinc, wollastonite, selenite, calcite, and gypsum

Trade shutdown in Rajasthan deferred to March 23 by commodity traders

On February 22, crops, mainly wheat and mustard, in some regions, including Alwar, Bharatpur and Churu, were damaged due to rains and hailstorm

Business worth Rs 6,800 cr hit as Rajasthan mandi traders go on strike

Commodity traders and mill owners are demanding the government abolish the Krishak Kalyan Fee and the mandi tax of 1.60 per cent on agricultural commodities

Rajasthan to set up 3 organisations for mining research, exploration

State plans to expand sector's contribution to economy, seeks investments

BJP's Raj minister defends 'dadi' remark on ex-PM Indira Gandhi in Assembly

Amid dharna by Congress MLAs in the Assembly over his remark on former prime minister Indira Gandhi, Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Avinash Gehlot has defended his statement, saying the word he used for her was not insulting. During Question Hour on Friday, Gehlot, also the minister in-charge of Jhunjhunu, pointed towards the opposition and said, "Like always, you named the scheme (on working women's hostels) after your 'dadi' (grandmother) Indira Gandhi in the 2023-24 budget also." The remark resulted in a heavy uproar in the House, leading to three adjournments and the suspension of six Congress MLAs including PCC chief Govind Singh Dotasara, Ramkesh Meena, Amin Kagzi, Jakir Hussain, Hakam Ali and Sanjay Kumar. "Indira Gandhi was a respected prime minister of our country. I only used the word 'Dadi' (grandmother) for her, which is not inappropriate in any context," Gehlot stated during his Jhunjhunu visit on Sunday. He further said funds were not released despite ...