Rajasthan News

Jaipur, Dec 24: The desert state of Rajasthan shivered under a cold wave as intermittent rain swept across various regions, dipping temperatures. The unseasonal showers have intensified the winter chill, particularly in eastern and western parts of the state.

Jaipur, Dec 23: All government and private schools in Rajasthan will remain closed for winter vacation from December 25 to January 5, officials said.

Jaipur, Dec 23: Intermittent rains were recorded in various parts of Rajasthan on Monday morning. While Fatehpur and Churu experienced light rains, many other districts including Jaipur and Bharatpur, were overcast.

Jaipur, Dec 21: Bird flu has been reported in Rajasthan’s Phalodi district, following the confirmation of the virus in a dead demoiselle crane (Kurja) found in the Khichan village.

Jaipur, Dec 21: The toll in the horrific accident and fire in Jaipur rose to 14 by Saturday as more people succumbed to their burn injuries.

Jaipur, Dec 20: As many as four people were burnt alive and 30 were critically injured as a truck hit a tanker full of chemicals in front of the Delhi Public School in Jaipur on Friday morning. The impact of the collision was such that the tanker burst and the chemicals spread all around and caught fire.

Jaipur, Dec 20: In a major breakthrough under "Operation Anti-Virus", the police in Rajasthan on Thursday uncovered a cyber fraud gang involved in scams worth over Rs 10 crore across 16 states.

Jaipur, Dec 19: Wet Christmas and New Year appear to be in store for tourists in Rajasthan with the India Meteorological Department on Thursday forecasting rain in parts of the state during the last week of December.

Jaipur, Dec 18: Rajasthan is reeling under a cold wave as minimum temperatures dropped below 10 degrees Celsius in most parts. Over half a dozen districts recorded minimum temperatures as low as 5 degrees Celsius.

Jaipur, Dec 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday participated in the ‘Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh’ programme, celebrating the completion of one year of the Rajasthan government in office. He also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 24 projects related to Energy, Roads, Railways and Water worth over Rs 46,300 crore in Rajasthan.

New Delhi, Dec 17: The first year of the BJP government in Rajasthan has served as a strong foundation for many more years of development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday while inaugurating projects worth over Rs 46,300 crore.

Jaipur, Dec 16: Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh MP C.P. Joshi on Monday inquired in Lok Sabha during the question hour session about the construction of a memorial dedicated to Bhakt Shiromani Meerabai inside Chittorgarh Fort while saying that the fort holds a unique identity globally.

Jaipur, Dec 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan on December 17 and inaugurate projects worth Rs 46, 300 crore in Jaipur.

Jaipur, Dec 16: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, on Monday, emphasised the significance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and engaging in regular exercise.

Jaipur, Dec 15: Even as just one year has passed since the BJP-led Bhajanlal government came to power in Rajasthan, it has won public appreciation in the wake of various welfare schemes, development works and investment of crores of rupees into the state.

Jaipur, Dec 14: The Rajasthan Forum has expressed deep resentment over the exclusion of Rajasthan-origin artists from the recently organised three-day Rising Rajasthan Summit.

Jaipur, Dec 14: Marking the completion of one year in office, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma addressed the state-level women’s conference in Udaipur, emphasising that the empowerment and respect of women reflect a prosperous and advanced society.

Jaipur, 13 Dec: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday transferred Rs 700 crore to over 70 lakh farmers under Chief Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi in Ajmer.

New Delhi, April 13: Italy's Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani and Defence Minister Guido Crosetto are scheduled to visit India early next year as both countries continue to unlock the unparalleled potential of strategic partnership driven by a shared vision outlined by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian PM Giorgia Meloni who have held five meetings over the last two years.

Jaipur, Dec 13: Rajasthan has emerged as the top state in India in the auction of major mineral blocks, with 87 blocks successfully auctioned so far, including 33 in the current financial year, said Principal Secretary for Mines and Petroleum T. Ravikant on Friday.

Mount Abu, December 13: As temperatures continue to drop, Mount Abu, a hill station in Rajasthan, is currently experiencing a severe cold conditions. The lowest recorded temperature was 2.8 degrees Celsius on Thursday, and it fell to 1.4 degrees Celsius on Friday.

Jaipur, Dec 12: Rajasthan has made significant strides in promoting women's participation in democracy by achieving a remarkable seven-point increase in the male-female voter gender ratio within just a few months.

Jaipur, Dec 12: Rajasthan BJP chief and Rajya Sabha MP Madan Rathore on Thursday highlighted the commendable progress made under the Union Health Ministry’s TB Disease Eradication Programme.

Jaipur, Dec 12: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Thursday said that to inspire the youths to contribute to the state’s development the 'Run for Viksit Rajasthan' would become an annual event on December 12.

Jaipur, Dec 12: As part of the celebrations marking the first anniversary of the BJP government, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma is set to deliver significant initiatives for the youths during the Mukhya Mantri Rozgar Utsav and Youth Conference at Marwar International Center, Jodhpur, on Thursday.

Jaipur, Dec 11: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Wednesday that India is poised to become the world's most powerful economy by 2047, with Rajasthan leading the way as a prominent state under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

Jaipur, Dec 11: Announcing that the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit will be organised again in 2026, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said that the state government will work with full force to implement the MoUs signed in the Rising Summit at the ground level.

Jaipur, December 11: The 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024 concluded successfully with its valedictory session and MSME conclave, held in the esteemed presence of Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and other dignitaries, according to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office on Wednesday.

Jaipur, Dec 10: Rajasthan Medical and Health Minister Gajendra Singh Khimsar said on Tuesday that the state offers significant potential for investment in the pharmaceutical sector, medical equipment manufacturing, and healthcare services.

Jaipur, Dec 10: A thematic session on the theme of infrastructure and supply chain was organised on the second day of the ‘Rising Rajasthan’ Global Investment Summit 2024. The discussions took place on crucial areas such as enhancing logistical efficiency, sustainable expressways, and developing industrial zones near transport networks to boost operations and sustainability.

Jaipur, Dec 10: Union Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan announced that the Central Rural Development Department will build over 3.41 lakh houses for the poor and farmers in Rajasthan under the PM Awas Yojana (Rural), with an estimated investment of Rs 4,099 crore.

Jaipur, December 10: Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Department of Rajasthan, on Tuesday requested immigrant industrialists of Rajasthan to contribute to the state's growth.

Jaipur, December 10: Amid the ongoing Rising Rajasthan Summit, the Anand Rathi Group has announced major investment plans in the State, signaling a boost to employment and education.

Jaipur, Dec 10: The second day of the Rising Rajasthan Summit commenced with an NRI conclave on Tuesday with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announcing the creation of a new department, specifically, for non-resident Rajasthanis.

Jaipur, Dec 9: A session comprising top industry voices and experts was organised on Monday on ‘Transition towards a Sustainable Energy Economy’ as part of the 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024.

Jaipur, Dec 9: A joint declaration was signed between the Israeli Foreign Ministry and Rajasthan's Water Resources Department to enhance international cooperation in the water sector on the inaugural day of the 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024.

Jaipur, Dec 9: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari said on Monday that the state government is focussing on technology and branding to promote tourism.

Jaipur, Dec 9: A special session on sustainable mining was held on Monday at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC) in Sitapura, on the inaugural day of the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024.

Jaipur, Dec 9: The ongoing Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 has secured an investment commitment of Rs 35 lakh crore, giving a strong impetus to the state’s economic landscape, cabinet minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore said on Monday.

Jaipur, Dec 9: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday expressed gratitude to all those who attended the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit.

Jaipur, December 9: Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal on Monday said that Rajasthan's abundant natural resources holds the key to significant economic and natural resources. Anil Agarwal was addressing the 'Rising Rajasthan Summit.'

Jaipur, Dec 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit in presence of esteemed guests including renowned industrialists, investors and ambassadors from different countries.

Jaipur, Dec 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit at Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Center (JECC) located at Sitapura. Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, while welcoming the PM said that the summit was a step towards visualising his dream of making a developed India.

Jaipur, December 8: Ahead of the Rising Rajasthan Global Summit 2024, the Rajasthan government has secured a significant Rs 30 lakh crore in memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with businesses, said Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma at a Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) event in Jaipur.

Jaipur, December 8: Adani Group Chairman, Gautam Adani, on Sunday arrived in Jaipur ahead of the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit that is commencing on Monday, December 9.

Jaipur, Dec 8: To realise the vision of making the state a $350 billion economy in the next five years, the three-day 'Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit' will be organised from December 9.

Jaipur, Dec 7: Panic gripped Jaipur's Vidyadhar Nagar for nearly four hours on Saturday when a leopard unexpectedly entered the residential area, keeping the residents locked inside their houses.

Jaipur, Dec 7: Education and Panchayati Raj Minister Madan Dilawar said on Saturday that the investment influx from the 'Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit will boost revenue and employment in the state.

Jaipur, Dec 6: To maintain the sanctity of the religious place, the Eklingji temple in Udaipur has prohibited mobile phones and entry of people wearing short clothes.

Jaipur, Dec 5: Kuldeep Singh Chandela and Virendra Singh, President and Secretary General of the Federation of Hospitality and Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) on Thursday commended the state government's focus on sustainable growth in tourism.

Jaipur, Dec 5: Rajasthan Secretary of the School Education Department Krishna Kunal on Thursday chaired a meeting to discuss granting the Rajasthani language the status of a state language.

Jaipur, Dec 4: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Wednesday introduced nine new policies aimed at fostering Rajasthan's economic growth and development during a function at the Chief Minister's Office.

Jaipur, Dec 3: The Rajasthan government on Tuesday approved the allotment of land for an IT Park in Makarwali village, aimed at boosting investments during the Rising Rajasthan Summit.

Jaipur, Dec 2: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday said that Rajasthan is the first state in the country as far as mineral block auctioning is concerned.

Jaipur, Dec 2: Udaipur MP Mannalal Rawat said on Monday that the recent approval of the anti-conversion bill in Rajasthan, which was passed during a Cabinet meeting, will curb attempts to mislead the tribal communities, thereby halting conversions.

Jaipur, Dec 1: Micron India delegation on Saturday met Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma at his official residence on Saturday.

Jaipur, Nov 29: Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde on Friday inaugurated the Aadi Mahotsav 2024 which is organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, TRIFED and Municipal Corporation Greater at the Shilp Gram of Jawahar Kala Kendra.

Jaipur, Nov 28: The Union Finance Ministry has approved two ambitious tourism development projects worth approximately Rs 145 crore, proposed by Rajasthan's Tourism Department, an official said on Thursday.

Jaipur, Nov 28: Governor Haribhau Bagde on Thursday emphasised the importance of global research and awareness regarding birth defects and their treatment.

Jaipur, Nov 28: The Rajasthan government is set to expand the scope of the Mukhya Mantri Free Medicine Scheme, as announced during a meeting of the Technical Advisory Committee on Thursday.