Rajasthan News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Rajasthan govt has sole authority over district formation & abolition: Minister
Jaipur, Feb 6: Rajasthan Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel stated in the Legislative Assembly on Thursday that the state government holds exclusive authority to create, abolish, or modify districts, divisions, and other administrative units within the state.
BJP govt filling potholes created in Congress regime: Rajasthan Dy CM
Jaipur, Feb 6: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari said on Thursday that the BJP government is filling the potholes created during the Congress regime.
Rajasthan CM participates in Prana Pratishtha ceremony of Sri Dudeshwar Mahadev Temple
Jaipur, Feb 5: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma emphasised that temples are the essence of Sanatan culture, serving as both symbols of religious faith and key centres of social and cultural consciousness.
Rajasthan: 1 killed, 9 injured as school bus carrying 30 children crashes
Jaipur, Feb 5: A Class 12 student lost her life while nine other children sustained serious injuries as the driver of the school bus in which they were travelling lost the control of the vehicle following which it fell off a culvert.
VCs in Rajasthan universities will now be called 'Kulguru'
Jaipur, Feb 4: The Rajasthan government will introduce the Rajasthan Universities Laws (Amendment) Bill to officially confer the title of 'Kulguru' to the heads of universities (Vice Chancellors).
Panchayat election postponement: Rajasthan govt seeks more time from HC
Jaipur, Feb 4: The Rajasthan government on Tuesday sought additional time from the High Court to submit its response regarding the postponement of elections in 6,759 Gram Panchayats.
Nagesh Trophy: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Delhi secure win on day two
Bengaluru, Feb 4: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Delhi delivered high-intensity cricket to secure important wins on the second day of the Nagesh Trophy Men's National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024-25.
Rajasthan allocated Rs 9,960 Crore in Union Budget 2025 for railway development
Jaipur, February 4: Rajasthan has been allocated Rs 9,960 crore under the Union Budget 2025 for various railway development projects. The General Manager of North Western Railway, Amitabh, shared that this allocation marks a significant increase in funding compared to previous years, driving major infrastructure improvements.
World Cancer Day: People thank PM Modi for affordable treatment under Ayushman Bharat
Jaipur, Feb 4: On the occasion of World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4 to raise awareness about cancer, people in Rajasthan have lauded the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY) for its transformative impact on cancer patients.
Ayushman Bharat Yojana a boon for cancer patients in Jodhpur
Jodhpur, Feb 4: Ayushman Bharat Yojana has brought a transformational change in the lives of millions of people, especially for the patients suffering from deadly diseases like cancer, at cheap and affordable rates as the World Cancer Day is set to be celebrated on Tuesday (February 4).
Rajasthan CM hails Centre for allocating Rs 9,960 crore for railways
Jaipur, Feb 4: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav for allocating Rs 9,960 crore for state railways, emphasising its role in modernisation, station redevelopment, and infrastructure expansion to enhance passenger facilities.
Gujjar community vital for economic growth: Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, Feb 3: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday reaffirmed the state government's dedication to the welfare and upliftment of backward communities and highlighted the government's key initiatives to ensure access to education, healthcare, employment, and skill development for the Gujjar community while preserving their rich cultural heritage.
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker urges MLAs to embrace paperless system
Jaipur, Feb 3: Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani on Monday urged legislators to actively participate in the paperless system in the House.
Rajasthan introduces new Bill in Assembly to curb unlawful religious conversions
Jaipur, Feb 3: The Bhajan Lal Sharma-led Bharatiya Janata Party government tabled the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Bill, 2025, in the ongoing Budget Session of the Assembly on Monday.
Rajasthan govt set to create new world record in Surya Namaskar
Jaipur, Feb 3: The Bhajan Lal Sharma-led Rajasthan government is making a significant effort to create yet another world record for Surya Namaskar on Monday, a day ahead of Surya Saptami.
Rajasthan Dy CM terms Union Budget 2025 as 'game changer'
Jaipur, Feb 1: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister termed the Union Budget 2025 as the ‘game changer’ for inclusive growth on Saturday.
Budget 2025 paves way for India's transformation into global economic powerhouse: Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, Feb 1: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Saturday that the Union Budget 2025-26 would pave the way for India's transformation into a global economic powerhouse.
Massive administrative reshuffle in Rajasthan; 53 IAS, 113 RAS, 34 IFS transferred
Jaipur, February 1: In a significant administrative reshuffle in Rajasthan, the state government's Personnel Department has released the transfer list of multiple Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS), Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS).
Rajasthan Assembly session begins today with Governor's address
Jaipur, Jan 31: The third session of the 16th Rajasthan Legislative Assembly will commence on Friday with an address by Governor Haribhau Bagde.
Massive protest erupts in Rajasthan's Neem Ka Thana over reinstatement of district status
Jaipur, Jan 30: Massive protest erupted in Rajasthan's Neem Ka Thana on Thursday, over reinstatement of its district status.
Rajasthan HC urges govt to enact laws on live-in relationships
Jaipur, Jan 29: The Rajasthan High Court has directed the Central and state governments to formulate laws governing live-in relationships, emphasising the need for legal clarity on the matter.
Rajasthani art & culture take centre stage at Bharat Parv 2025
Jaipur, Jan 29: Rajasthan's vibrant art, culture, and cuisine are stealing the spotlight at Bharat Parv 2025 which is being held at Delhi's historic Red Fort.
Rajasthan Royals unveil jersey for IPL 2025
Jaipur, January 29: Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday unveiled their jersey for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season this year, a release from the franchise said.
Rajasthan HC to NHAI: Complete Bhankrota flyover on Jaipur-Ajmer highway by April 1
Jaipur, Jan 29: The Rajasthan High Court has directed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to complete the Bhankrota flyover project in Jaipur by April 1, 2025, without any further delays.
Weather department predicts rain in parts of Rajasthan
Jaipur, Jan 29: Even as the spring season is expected in the next few days, the Meteorological (MeT) Department here on Wednesday said rain is likely to occur in parts of Rajasthan next week.
BJP elects seven district presidents in Rajasthan
Jaipur, Jan 28: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) elected district presidents in seven districts of Rajasthan on Tuesday, with all positions being filled unopposed.
Rajasthan: Shahpura observes bandh against cancellation of district status
Jaipur, Jan 28: A massive protest was staged in Shahpura on Tuesday against the cancellation of district status.
Rajasthan govt launches online interactive interface for investors to track MoU progress
Jaipur, Jan 28: The Rajasthan government on Tuesday launched an interactive online interface for investors who signed MoUs during the recently concluded 'Rising Rajasthan' Global Investment Summit 2024.
Rajasthan Minister urges public participation in 'Surya Namaskar' event on Feb 3
Jaipur, Jan 28: Rajasthan School Education Minister Madan Dilawar on Tuesday urged the people to participate in the 'Surya Namaskar' programme on the occasion of Surya Saptami on February 3 and is once again gearing up to set a new world record for the event this year.
Three newly appointed judges take oath at Rajasthan HC
Jaipur, Jan 27: Three newly appointed judges -- Chandrashekhar Sharma, Pramil Kumar Mathur, and Chandra Prakash Shrimali -- were sworn in at the Rajasthan High Court on Monday.
Parts of Rajasthan experience intense cold, Fatehpur records 0.5 degrees
Jaipur, Jan 27: Parts of Rajasthan again experienced intense cold as the temperature in many cities dipped. Fatehpur in eastern Rajasthan recorded a minimum temperature of 0.5 degrees Celsius on Monday morning while Sangariya in the western part of the state registered a minimum temperature of 1.4 degrees.
Head Priest of Shri Shraddhanath Ashram, Baijnath Maharaj expresses gratitude for Padma Shri award
Sikar, January 26: The Head Priest of Shri Shraddhanath Ashram, Baijnath Maharaj expressed heartfelt gratitude to his followers and disciples after being conferred the prestigious Padma Shri award.
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma congratulates Padma award winners of Rajasthan, says it's a moment of pride
Jaipur, January 26: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma congratulated Padma Award winners and said it is a "moment of pride" for the state that Sheen Kaf Nizam (Shiv Kishan Bissa), Begum Batool and Baijnath Maharaj of Rajasthan have been honoured with the Padma Shri Award.
A huge respect for us: Folk singer Begum Batool on Padma Shri honour
Jaipur, January 26: Rajasthan folk singer Begum Batool paid her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu and the government for conferring her with the Padma Shri award on the eve of 76th Republic Day.
Our republic is symbol of great democratic flag Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma unfurls national flag in Udaipur
Udaipur, January 26: On the occasion of 76th Republic Day Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma unfurled the national flag in Udaipur on Sunday.
I-League 2024:25: Artigas' stoppage time winner helps Rajasthan shock Churchill 1-0
Jaipur, Jan 25: Rajasthan United FC shocked Churchill Brothers 1-0 in the I-League 2024-25 encounter at the Vidyadhar Nagar Stadium on Saturday.
Shah Rukh Khan imparts lessons in Rajasthani language to Kartik Aaryan
Mumbai, Jan 25: Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, who was last seen in ‘Jawan’, was seen imparting lessons in Rajasthani language to the younger star Kartik Aaryan.
IIFA 2025 pre-event: Shah Rukh gives hosting tips to Kartik Aaryan in Rajasthani, duo greet audience with 'Khamma Ghani'
Mumbai, January 24: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan knows best how to make any event or gathering exciting with his presence. On Friday, he attended the IIFA 2025 pre-event in Mumbai, and as expected, he added "char chaand" to the press conference with his oratory skills.
Actor Nimrat Kaur pays heartfelt tribute to her father on his death anniversary
Mumbai, January 23: Actor Nimrat Kaur remembered his father Major Bhupender Singh by visiting his memorial statue in the Ganganagar district of Rajasthan on his 31st death anniversary today.
Prosperity of farmers makes foundation of prosperous nation: Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, Jan 22: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma emphasised the state government's commitment to strengthening farmers and cattle rearers economically, stating that empowering them is key to building a developed Rajasthan.