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‘We will not back down’: CJP keeps pressure on Rajasthan government over alleged violent clash

Cockroach Janata Party spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka demanded arrests for alleged violence at a school. He urged the Rajasthan government to act on filed FIRs regarding the incident. Ranka stated the party seeks school reconstruction and action against those responsible. Reconstruction work is scheduled to begin soon with a significant financial…

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South Africa targets 1 lakh Indian tourist arrivals in 2026

South Africa is targeting 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2026, up from nearly 70,000 in 2025. It is focusing on younger, experience-seeking travellers while improving visa processes and air connectivity and promoting destinations beyond Cape Town and Johannesburg.

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The Fergana Valley Reveals a Central Asia That Silk Road Tourism in Uzbekistan Cannot Show You

What Samarkand doesn't tell youYou arrive in Samarkand and the architecture does its work on you. The Registan is genuinely overwhelming. The tilework at Shah-i-Zinda is the most concentrated beauty you may ever stand inside. But after two days, you begin to notice that Uzbekistan's monument cities have been curated…

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Kazakhstan Travel Guide for Indian Travellers: Visa, Almaty, Steppe, and Budget Tips

The visa situation that changes everythingKazakhstan extended visa-free access to Indian passport holders in 2023, valid for stays of up to 14 days. No e-visa form, no appointment queue at an embassy, no letter of invitation. You land at Almaty International Airport or Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in Astana, show…

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Leheriya Is Rajasthani Tiedye That Indian Fashion Keeps Stealing, Renaming, and Forgetting

The fabric that keeps getting a new nameA runway sends out diagonal-striped silk. A fast-fashion brand drops "wave-print" kurtas. A luxury label calls it "artisanal resist craft." The Rajasthani dyer in Jaipur who woke up at five in the morning to twist wet fabric into tight diagonals before the sun…

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India's Abandoned Ghost Towns Show You How Quickly Power Crumbles and Photographs Remember

The city that was sure of itselfFatehpur Sikri was built to last forever. Akbar chose the site personally, commissioned sandstone palaces that still stand without a crack, and moved the Mughal capital there in 1571. Fourteen years later, the city was empty. The reasons historians give, water scarcity, a shift…

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Weather Tomorrow August 22: Heavy rain alert issued for Uttarakhand, J&K, Punjab and Chhattisgarh; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 22: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather advisory for Wednesday, August 22. Anticipate heavy rain and thunderstorms across multiple regions. Uttarakhand and Chhattisgarh are expecting extensive rainfall and possible lightning strikes. Isolated heavy showers could also hit Jammu and Kashmir as well as Punjab. Meanwhile,…

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Beyond Himachal Pradesh: The Best Weekend Destinations From Delhi You Have Not Tried

Lansdowne, Uttarakhand, The Hill Town That Forgot to Get FamousMost people driving toward the hills from Delhi default to Mussoorie or Nainital. Lansdowne sits 258 kilometres from Delhi, a five-to-six hour drive through Garhwal, and it has stayed quiet for a reason that has nothing to do with quality. The…

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‘Madan Dilawar, you have 48 hours’: CJP seeks Rajasthan minister’s resignation if demands aren’t met

A school inspection by the Cockroach Janta Party in Jaipur’s Rampura Kanwarpura village turned into a confrontation, with the CJP alleging that its volunteers were attacked by BJP-linked men and accusing police of inaction. The group has given the Rajasthan government 48 hours to arrest those responsible and withdraw school-entry…

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Locals push CJP team out of Rajasthan village; Abhijeet Dipke claims BJP 'goon' behind attack

A scuffle erupted when villagers and BJP workers allegedly blocked a CJP team's school inspection. The CJP team reported being attacked and pelted with stones by the group. Vehicles were damaged and CJP volunteers sustained injuries during the confrontation. Villagers claimed government funds were sanctioned for school repairs.

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'Mute spectator': Dipke targets police as locals 'push' CJP team out of Rajasthan village

A CJP convenor criticized Rajasthan police after their team faced resistance during a school inspection. Villagers and BJP workers reportedly pushed CJP volunteers out of Rampura Kanwarpura village. The CJP team was inspecting government schools, one of which was declared unsafe. Classes were being held in a cattle enclosure near…

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The Rajasthan Village That Chose to Be Abandoned: Kuldhara's Haunted Two-Century Silence

What the Paliwals Left BehindWalk into Kuldhara today and the walls are still standing. That is the first thing that unsettles you. Ruins suggest collapse, a slow giving-in to time and weather. Kuldhara did not collapse. The stone houses of the Paliwal Brahmins are intact enough that you can see…

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UAE companies keen to invest in Rajasthan hospitality sector: UAE Ministry

Rajasthan's Chief Minister invited United Arab Emirates companies to invest in key sectors. He highlighted the state's rich heritage and tourism potential for investors. The government pledged full support for companies seeking to invest in Rajasthan. Bilateral trade between India and the UAE has exceeded one hundred billion dollars annually.…

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Weather Tomorrow August 21: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh forecast and upcoming weather outlook

Weather Tomorrow August 21: Several areas in India are bracing for heavy rainfall, prompting new weather alerts. On August 21, Delhi and Punjab can expect light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms. Meanwhile, Maharashtra is preparing for morning storms, and Jammu and Kashmir are likely to have a mix of…

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From IIT dropout dream to chess success: He left home, became Rajasthan’s first Arena Grandmaster, built academy in 30 countries

Chandrajeet Singh Rajawat turned away from an IIT path as a teenager to pursue chess, leaving home in 2014 with little financial security. His early years included sleeping at stations and stadiums, losing his phone and struggling to enter tournaments. After establishing himself as a player, he moved into coaching…

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Worked 8-hour shifts at Intel, then studied after work: How this IIT Delhi engineer cracked ISRO recruitment with AIR 7 for Scientist 'A'

Hemant Kumar Bhukar transitioned from Intel engineer to ISRO scientist after diligent preparation. He secured All India Rank 7 for Scientist 'A' while working full-time. Bhukar's journey highlights dedication and leveraging prior experience for new goals. His success inspires students from rural backgrounds towards science careers. This achievement brought pride…

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Manav Suthar: How a PT teacher’s son from Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar became India’s Test spin hero

Manav Suthar, the son of a physical education teacher from Sri Ganganagar, has risen through Rajasthan’s domestic cricket system to become India’s latest Test spin hero. His journey includes a strong Ranji Trophy debut, limited IPL opportunities and a seven-wicket haul on Test debut before his 10-wicket match haul against…

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India's Last Gharial Stronghold: Why the Chambal River Saved a Crocodilian No Other River Could

A Crocodilian Built for One Thing, Destroyed by Everything ElseThe gharial's jaw is so narrow it cannot eat anything larger than a fish. Gavialis gangeticus evolved that way over millions of years, a specialist so refined it cannot pivot. That specialisation is also why it collapsed so fast when India's…

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Weather Tomorrow August 20: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 20: Several regions will experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms on August 20. In Delhi, moderate rain is anticipated along with overcast skies. Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir are under warning for intense rain and possible lightning strikes. Additionally, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra are set for heavy showers,…

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'You must have at least 10 such schools': CJP's Ashutosh Ranka urges Rajasthan Education Minister to showcase top institutes built during his tenure

Ashutosh Ranka of CJP challenged Rajasthan's Education Minister Madan Dilawar. Ranka requested Dilawar to identify ten finest educational campuses built during his tenure. He plans to visit these schools with his team upon returning from Bengal. This challenge follows a recent circular restricting external visitors from government schools. Ranka stated…

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Project Crocodile: How India Saved Three Species From Extinction Through Conservation

Three Species, One CrisisBy the early 1970s, India had hunted and farmed its crocodilians to the edge of disappearance. The mugger (Crocodylus palustris), found across freshwater lakes and rivers from Rajasthan to Odisha, had been slaughtered for its skin. The saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus), the largest living reptile on Earth,…

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Weather Tomorrow August 19: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 19: On Wednesday, August 19, a significant weather pattern is expected to unfold across India, bringing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to various regions. Delhi and Haryana are predicted to receive light to moderate showers under cloudy skies. Meanwhile, the states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir…

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Was the Ghoonghat Really Part of Ancient Hindu Culture?

Why do many Indian women cover their heads in some families and religious settings, while others never follow the practice? Is it an ancient religious rule? Or did different social customs develop at different points in Indian history? This question has recently sparked debate after a viral discussion about ghoonghat,…

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Bet Dwarka: What the Pilgrimage and the Underwater Archaeology Actually Tell You About Krishna's Submerged City

The boat ride that frames everythingThe ferry from Okha to Bet Dwarka takes about fifteen minutes. You sit on a wooden bench, salt air coming at you sideways, and the island resolves out of the haze as something smaller than you expected. Pilgrims around you are already holding marigold garlands.…

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Weather Tomorrow August 17: IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms and heavy showers across several states; check forecast for Delhi, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh and more

Weather Tomorrow August 17: The Meteorological Department has released a new weather alert for Monday, August 17. Expect heavy rain and thunderstorms in Delhi and Punjab, while Gujarat and Bihar are warned of intense showers alongside lightning strikes. In Himachal Pradesh, light to moderate rain is likely, with localized heavy…

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