Jaipur, April 18 (IANS) The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) on Saturday announced the final results of the Rajasthan State and Subordinate Services Combined Competitive Examination-2024 (RAS 2024), with Dinesh Bishnoi from Bhalisar village in Dhorymanna tehsil of Barmer district securing Rank 1 in the state.Dinesh Bishnoi’s journey to the top is being seen as one marked by determination and perseverance, as he comes from a rural background with limited resources and has overcome mul…
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Jaipur, April 17 (IANS) The Meteorological (MeT) Centre in Jaipur issued an alert for dust storms and light rain in eight districts of Rajasthan on Friday, as Barmer district recorded a temperature of nearly 43 degrees Celsius. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a weak weather disturbance is likely to trigger thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds (30-40 km/h) and drizzle in Alwar, Deeg, Jhunjhunu, Khairthal-Tijara, Kotputli-Behror, Sikar, Hanumangarh, and Sri Ganganagar.D…
Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) Rajasthan’s Barmer district recorded its highest maximum temperature of 41.8 degrees Celsius, while the lowest minimum temperature of 17.2 degrees was observed in Dausa in the last 24 hours. The intensity of summer heat has escalated across Rajasthan. According to the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, clear skies and intense heat conditions are likely to persist across the state over the next 4-5 days. The highest temperature of the season so far was recorded on Monday.Barme…
Ahmedabad, April 12 (IANS) Ahmedabad Crime Branch arrested two men after they were found in possession of a banned narcotic substance during a raid in the Behrampura area in Gujarat, officials said on Sunday. Acting on specific intelligence, officers conducted a raid in an open ground near Santoshnagar Four Buildings, opposite the wall of a private company, and apprehended Hasmukh Sargara (27) and Manish Sargara (26).Police said the accused were found in illegal possession of 52.410 grams of mep…
Jaipur, April 10 (IANS) In a historic development, Sundra village, located along the India‑Pakistan international border in Barmer district of Rajasthan, has, for the first time since independence, received clean drinking water through household tap connections. This milestone marks not only the arrival of a basic amenity but also the end of decades of hardship and the beginning of a new chapter of hope and dignity, confirmed officials on Friday.Established in 1734, Sundra was once amon…
Ahmedabad, April 7 (IANS) The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), in coordination with the Rajasthan ATS, has arrested two men from Rajasthan and seized approximately five kilograms of methamphetamine in a crackdown on an international drug smuggling syndicate. According to officials, Inspector J.M. Patel of the Gujarat ATS received confidential information which indicated that two individuals, Shankarram Rameshram and Salman Lalakhan, were transporting a consignment of methamphetamine from the …
Jaipur, Feb 16 (IANS) In a significant breakthrough under a special anti-narcotics drive in Rajasthan’s Barmer district, the police dismantled an illegal MD drug manufacturing unit and seized a large quantity of chemicals and equipment allegedly meant for the production of synthetic drugs, officials said on Monday. The operation was conducted under the leadership of District Superintendent of Police Narendra Singh Meena. According to police officials, confidential information was received indica…
Jaipur, Feb 14 (IANS) Jodhpur Police Commissioner Om Prakash on Saturday disclosed that storyteller Sadhvi Prem Baisa died due to a heart attack. According to the detailed report of the medical board, the primary cause of death was cardiopulmonary arrest triggered by a serious lung condition. The Commissioner said the investigation found that compounder Devi Singh had ignored medical protocols during treatment, indicating negligence.Based on the FSL and histopathological reports received on Febr…
Jaipur, Jan 14 (IANS) The Congress on Wednesday staged a protest rally in Dhorimanna against the recent redrawing of the geographical boundaries of Barmer and Balotra districts, accusing the BJP-led Rajasthan government of acting with political motives.Senior Congress leaders warned that the decision would be reversed if the party returns to power.A massive crowd gathered at the “Jan Aakrosh Rally” (public anger rally), reflecting strong local resentment over the decision to remove Gudamalan…