Jodhpur Pakhar

Everything you need to know about Jodhpur Pakhar: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Everything you need to know about Jodhpur Pakhar: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Obliged to set aside orders obtained fraudulently, says SC

May 17, 2013 at 9:10 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) The Supreme Court has said that an order that has been obtained by an accused by practising fraud and suppression of facts could not be allowed to survive and it was obligated to set aside such an order.

Charu Parashar pays tribute to Rajasthan royal heritage at RFW

May 11, 2013 at 8:22 PM

Jaipur, May 11 (IANS) From long flowing silhouettes beautifully embellished with zardozi and Swarovski to elegant saris and multi-coloured anarkalis accompanied with stylish accessories, designer Charu Parashar's collection at the Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) 2013 was a tribute to the state's royal heritage and culture.

Cairn setting up centre of excellence in Jodhpur

May 2, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Jaipur, May 2 (IANS) Cairn India is setting up a centre of excellence in Jodhpur that will provide world class training for upgrading skills of people engaged in the oil and gas industry.

Women trash men during Jodhpur's 'Dhinga Ganwar' festival

April 29, 2013 at 2:36 PM

Jodhpur, April 29 (ANI): Women disguised as Hindu gods thrashed men during the 'Dhinga Ganwar' festival in Jodhpur as there is a belief they will get married soon.

Indian handicrafts to find larger market in China

April 25, 2013 at 6:28 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) India and China have signed an agreement for the promotion of Indian handicrafts in China, an official statement released to the press Thursday said.

Foundation stone for IIT's Jodhpur campus laid

April 16, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Jodhpur, April 16 (IANS) Union Human Resource Development M.M. Pallam Raju laid the foundation stone for Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-J's campus in Rajasthan's Jodhpur city Tuesday, almost five years after the premium institute started academic operations here.

No evidence against me in anti-Sikh riots case: Tytler

April 11, 2013 at 6:44 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Congress leader Jagdish Tytler, facing re-investigation in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case, said Thursday there was nothing against him as yet to prove that he was present at the scene and that a witness was put under pressure to give a statement against him.

Deport our bodies to Pakistan, not us: Hindu refugees

April 8, 2013 at 6:05 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Fear of deportation looms large over a group of 479 Pakistani Hindu refugees as their visas expire Monday but they are firmly set against returning to Pakistan, saying they will prefer to die than go back.

Celebrating women with European Union Film Festival

April 3, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Chennai, April 3 (IANS) The 18th European Union Film Festival (EUFF) will aim to narrate engaging stories and offer an insight into remarkable women's live through 24 films to be screened here April 5-14.

Salman Khan returns from US, to appear in Mumbai court tomorrow

March 24, 2013 at 12:58 PM

Mumbai, Mar 24 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan returned to Mumbai early this morning after his health check-up in United States to attend his hearing in the blackbuck poaching case.

Blackbuck poaching case: Court frames fresh charges against Saif, three others (Update:Saif)

March 23, 2013 at 11:54 AM

Jodhpur, Mar. 23 (ANI): A Jodhpur Court on Saturday framed fresh charges against Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan, Tabu, Neelam Kothari and Sonali Bendre in connection with the 1998 blackbuck poaching case in Rajasthan.

Blackbuck poaching case: Salman, four others to appear in court

March 23, 2013 at 10:34 AM

Jodhpur, Mar. 23 (ANI): Bollywood star Salman Khan and four others will appear in a Jodhpur court on Saturday in connection with the 1998 blackbuck poaching case in Rajasthan.

Sherlyn to shoot item song for 'Kamasutra 3D'

March 17, 2013 at 1:58 PM

Mumbai, March 17 (IANS) Actress Sherlyn Chopra will soon shoot an item song for her debut movie "Kamasutra 3D".

Probe Rajasthan mining 'scam', demands BJP

March 7, 2013 at 5:47 PM

New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Thursday demanded a CBI probe into the "scam" in allocation of sandstone mines in Rajasthan and sought the resignation of Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot.

Rockstar Sting to open rare art auction in Jodhpur palace

March 5, 2013 at 6:11 PM

New Delhi/Jodhpur, March 5 (IANS) A showcase of rare high-end antiquities will combine with the opulence of the historic Umaid Bhavan Palace in Jodhpur, the home of the erstwhile ruler of Jodhpur, to bring to India one of the first luxury palace auctions of art and antiquities March 7-9 for the niche buyers' segment, a Bangalore-based fine art auctioneer said.

Huge turnout at Jodhpur Sufi fest

February 24, 2013 at 9:38 AM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Feb 24 (IANS) The ongoing World Sufi Spirit Festival (WSSF) is proving out to be a huge crowd puller, especially with foreign visitors flocking here to experience the most dazzling traditions of music.

Central Asian women bards sing about life and morals at Sufi fest

February 23, 2013 at 9:38 PM

Jodhpur, Feb 23 (IANS) Music lovers at the sixth edition of the World Sufi Spirit Festival (WSSF) were welcomed with a melodious performance of traditional, philosophical Central Asian music by bardic divas from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

Good songs have longevity: Rabbi Shergill

February 23, 2013 at 3:22 PM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Feb 23 (IANS) Rabbi Shergill, the voice behind popular songs like "Bulla ki jaana", "Tere bin" and "Challa", believes only good music and songs remain in the public's memory for long.

Sufi music fest begins in Jodhpur, enthrals visitors

February 23, 2013 at 11:30 AM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Feb 23 (IANS) The sixth edition of the World Sufi Spirit Festival (WSSF), featuring a string of local, national and international artists, kickstarted with a lot of pomp at the Mehrangarh Fort here.

Rabbi Shergill to perform at Sufi fest

February 19, 2013 at 7:20 PM

New Delhi, Feb 19 (IANS) Singer Rabbi Shergill, popular for song "Bulla ki jaana", is set to perform at the World Sufi Spirit Festival, starting Feb 22, in Jodhpur.

Designers must revive India's dying traditions: Raghavendra Rathore (Interview)

February 18, 2013 at 12:56 PM

Kolkata, Feb 18 (IANS) Fashion designers should attempt to "seek and unlock" and "reach out" to bring India's dying textiles and techniques from the shadows back into the limelight, says ace designer Raghavendra Singh Rathore.

Rains, snowfall continue across north India

February 17, 2013 at 12:02 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (ANI): Rains, accompanied by strong winds, and snowfall continued across north India.

India making a huge mark internationally: Anil Kapoor

February 10, 2013 at 9:31 PM

Kolkata, Feb 10 (IANS) India is making a huge mark now in the international film fraternity, feels leading Indian actor Anil Kapoor.

World Sufi Spirit Festival from Feb 22 in Jodhpur

February 4, 2013 at 6:22 PM

New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The sixth edition of the World Sufi Spirit Festival (WSSF) starts Feb 22 in Jodhpur and it will bring an eclectic mix of Sufi music from a host of talents across the world.

Supreme Court issues stay on the arrest of Ashis Nandy

February 1, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Giving a major relief to renowned Social scientist Ashis Nandy who recently has come into controversy over his anti-dalit statement, the Supreme Court Friday has put a stay on his arrest as he was booked under SC/ST Act............

Supreme Court imposes stay on Ashis Nandy's arrest

February 1, 2013 at 12:06 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the arrest of sociologist Ashis Nandy for an alleged anti-Dalit remark he made during the Jaipur Literary Festival (JLF).

Supreme Court to hear Nandy's plea today

February 1, 2013 at 10:30 AM

New Delhi, Feb. 1 (ANI): The Supreme Court will on Friday hear sociologist Ashis Nandy's petition seeking protection from arrest for an alleged anti-Dalit remark he made at the Jaipur Literary Festival (JLF).

Nandy to request Supreme Court to quash FIRs registered against him

January 31, 2013 at 1:10 PM

New Delhi, Jan. 31 (ANI): Sociologist Ashis Nandy, who stoked a controversy at the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) over his alleged anti-Dalit remarks, will request the Supreme Court on Thursday to quash all the FIRs registered against him.

Fresh case against Nandy in Jodhpur

January 30, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Jaipur, Jan 30 (IANS) Renowned sociologist Ashis Nandy found himself in fresh trouble Wednesday as another police case was registered against him in Rajasthan's Jodhpur city under the SC/ST Act.

Mountbatten's James Bond-style pen gun now on auction

January 18, 2013 at 8:09 PM

London, Jan 18 (IANS) A James Bond-style gold-plated pen concealing a secret pistol that was gifted to India's last viceroy Lord Mountbatten by the then maharaja of Jodhpur is now being put up for auction.

James Bond-style Lord Mountbatten's pistol pen to be auctioned

January 18, 2013 at 3:29 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): A pen that has a hidden secret pistol - once given to Lord Mountbatten for his protection - is set to go under the hammer.

Sixth edition of 'India Haat' exhibition attracts crowds in Kolkata

January 11, 2013 at 4:41 PM

Kolkata, Jan.11 (ANI): The sixth edition of India Haat, a popular traditional exhibition, is currently on in Kolkata, and is attracting people from all walks of life.

Jaipur Discoms JVVNL Technical Helper result declared: Check results

January 9, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Jaipur Discoms JVVNL Technical Helper result 2012 has been declared. Previously joint examination was held to fill the vacant posts of Helper under Jaipur/Ajmer/Jodhpur Discoms.

IAF to induct armed Mi-17 squadron in Rajasthan

December 31, 2012 at 5:57 PM

Jaipur, Dec 31 (IANS) The Indian Air Force (IAF) will enhance its capabilities on the western border with Pakistan with the air chief, Air Chief Marshal N.A.K. Browne, inducting an armed Mi-17V5 helicopter squadron at Palodi air base in Rajasthan on January 7, a defence source said.

Download Jaipur Discoms JVVNL Commercial Assistant call letter 2012

December 22, 2012 at 5:21 PM

Commercial Assistant exam for Jaipur Discoms is scheduled to be held on December and candidates are looking to download Jaipur Discoms JVVNL Commercial Assistant call letter 2012.

Demi Moore splits with toyboy Vito Schnabel

December 10, 2012 at 4:16 PM

New York, Dec 10 (ANI): Demi Moore's art dealer boyfriend Vito Schnabel has called off his short-lived fling with the actress after she joined him at Miami's Art Basel.

IAF corporal commits suicide in Jodhpur

December 9, 2012 at 5:32 PM

Jaipur, Dec 9 (IANS) An Indian Air Force (IAF) corporal Sunday committed suicide by hanging himself from a ceiling fan in the barracks in Jodhpur air base in Rajasthan, police said.

New man in Moore's life?

November 29, 2012 at 5:51 AM

Los Angeles, Nov 29 (IANS) If grapevine is to be believed then actress Demi Moore has found love in art dealer Vito Schnabel.

'Cougar' Demi Moore dating yet another toy boy

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

New York, November 28 (ANI): Demi Moore, who split from Ashton Kutcher after sex years of marriage, is back in the arms of another much younger man, it has been revealed.

Gehlot making herculean efforts in making Rajasthan India's leading state

November 28, 2012 at 9:27 PM

New Delhi, Nov. 27 (ANI): Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot is making herculean efforts in making Rajasthan, affected by adverse geographical conditions, the biggest state of the country in terms of area, the leading state.

Woman air force officer commits suicide in Jodhpur

November 28, 2012 at 10:14 AM

Jaipur, Nov 28 (IANS) A woman officer of the Indian Air Force (IAF) committed suicide in her home in Jodhpur Wednesday, police said.

38 Kashmiri kids call on MoS Home Ramachandaran

November 26, 2012 at 5:35 PM

New Delhi, Nov.26 (ANI): A group of 38 school children from remote and far flung areas of Kashmir region called on Mullappally Ramachandran, Minister of State(Home) in New Delhi today.

Rajasthan community to incentivise birth of girl child

November 25, 2012 at 12:05 PM

Jodhpur, Nov 25 (IANS) In a bid to reduce the high incidence of female foeticide and infanticide in Rajasthan, a local community has decided to open a bank account for every newborn girl and put Rs.5,000 in it as fixed deposit.

India in talks with Russia to upgrade Sukhoi combat jet fleet

November 11, 2012 at 2:11 PM

New Delhi, Nov 11 (IANS) India has opened talks with Russia to upgrade its fleet of air superiority Sukhoi Su-30s with a new radar and avionics to make the fighters more lethal than what they already are. The upgrades are likely to begin in 2015.

Demi Moore tweets ghagra-choli pic from pal's Jodhpur b'day bash

November 10, 2012 at 2:56 PM

Washington, Nov 10 (ANI): Demi Moore posed for a photo session while wearing a garment resembling a sari known as "ghagra-choli", as she attended the lavish birthday bash Naomi Campbell threw for boyfriend Vladislav Doronin in Jodhpur.

Naomi Campbell's party event manager arrested over noise complaints

November 10, 2012 at 12:48 PM

New York, Nov. 10 (ANI): Naomi Campbell's elaborate 50th birthday bash for her billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin was apparently too noisy for the residents at the desert city of Jodhpur, as the party event manager was arrested following the gala.

Super Model Naomi Campbell says bye after celebrating beau's birthday in Jodhpur

November 9, 2012 at 1:01 PM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Nov.9 (ANI): British supermodel Naomi Campbell left India on Thursday after celebrating her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin's birthday extravaganza with great fervour in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

Kate Moss and Eva Herzigova attended Naomi's Indian extravaganza

November 8, 2012 at 3:41 PM

London, Nov. 8 (ANI): A bevy of supermodels like Kate Moss and Eva Herzigova were present at Naomi Campbell's billionaire beau Vladimir Doronin's birthday party in Jodhpur.

Naomi Campbell celebrates beau's birthday extravaganza in Jodhpur

November 8, 2012 at 3:01 PM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Nov.8 (ANI): British supermodel Naomi Campbell celebrated her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin's birthday on November 7 in the presence of several Hollywood celebrities in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

Naomi Campbell celebrates beau's birthday in Jodhpur with great pomp and show

November 7, 2012 at 1:46 PM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Nov.7 (ANI): British supermodel Naomi Campbell celebrated her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin's birthday along with Hollywood celebrities on Wednesday in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

Naomi wore lehenga-choli for party (With Image)

November 7, 2012 at 12:50 PM

Jodhpur, Nov 7 (IANS) British supermodel Naomi Campbell, who is here to celebrate her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin's 50th birthday, turned desi when she stepped out in an elegant lehenga-choli created by designer Manav Gangwani for the big bash.

Download Rajasthan Discom Jaipur JVVNL Data Entry Operator Admit Card 2012

November 7, 2012 at 11:54 AM

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Naomi Campbell's guests held up at Dubai

November 6, 2012 at 5:28 PM

New York, Nov. 6 (ANI): Naomi Campbell's planned lavish bash in India for billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin's 50th birthday met with an unexpected snag, when a plane full of her guests was unexpectedly held up in Dubai en route to Jodhpur, Rajasthan, it has been revealed.

Hollywood celebrities arrive in Jodhpur for Naomi Campbell's beau's birthday bash

November 6, 2012 at 1:04 PM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Nov.6 (ANI): Hollywood celebrities have arrived in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, to attend the birthday celebrations of British supermodel Naomi Campbell's Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin.

Duchess of York turns up for Naomi Campbell's Indian b'day bash for beau

November 6, 2012 at 12:24 PM

London, Nov. 6 (ANI): Sarah Ferguson landed in Jodhpur from Delhi amidst tight security, to attend the lavish birthday party being organised by Naomi Campbell for her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin.

Naomi Campbell in Jodhpur

November 5, 2012 at 9:19 PM

Jodhpur, Nov 5 (IANS) About 125 celebrity guests will get the taste of real Rajasthani culture at the majestic Mehrangarh fort here during a three-day function planned by British supermodel Naomi Campbell to celebrate her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin's 50th birthday.

Culture Minister Chandresh Kumari takes over

November 5, 2012 at 8:15 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Chandresh Kumari Katoch took over as the new minister of culture Monday following the recent cabinet reshuffle.

Naomi Campbell arrives in Jodhpur to celebrate billionaire boyfriend's birthday

November 5, 2012 at 12:23 PM

Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Nov.5 (ANI): British supermodel Naomi Campbell has arrived in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, to celebrate the birthday of her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin, who turns 50 on November 7.

Campaign to spread awareness about disabled

November 3, 2012 at 7:19 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) A nation-wide campaign to spread awareness and sensitise people about the rights of people with disability was launched here Saturday.

Naomi Campbell to stage polo match in Rajasthan for beau's 50th b'day

November 3, 2012 at 12:23 PM

London, Nov. 3 (ANI): Naomi Campbell and her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin are planning to stage an elephant polo match for his 50th birthday celebrations in Rajasthan, India.

Naomi Campbell's b'day bash for beau to last 2 days in Jodhpur

October 29, 2012 at 4:12 PM

New York, October 29 (ANI): Naomi Campbell's lavish 50th birthday party for boyfriend Vladimir Doronin will span two days in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

Scotland, India pact to promote roots, tribal music exchanges

October 28, 2012 at 7:51 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) The Celtic Connection, one of the Scotland's biggest roots music and arts festival supported by the government Scottish Arts Council has inked an agreement with the Rajasthan International Folk Festival (RIFF) Sunday to promote exchanges between roots musicians of Rajasthan and the Celtic regions of Britain.

Erstwhile Himachal royal settles for cabinet rank

October 28, 2012 at 4:07 PM

Shimla, Oct 28 (IANS) Chandresh Kumari Katoch, one of the seven new ministers sworn in with cabinet rank Sunday, had earlier expressed keenness to return to Himachal Pradesh politics.

Jodhpur's Chandresh Kumari inducted in cabinet

October 28, 2012 at 1:19 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Congress MP from Jodhpur Chandresh Kumari Katoch was among the two new faces inducted into the Manmohan Singh cabinet Sunday.

Two new faces among seven cabinet ministers

October 28, 2012 at 12:15 PM

New Delhi, Oct 28 (IANS) Of the seven new ministers sworn in with cabinet rank Sunday, only two are new faces, while the rest, including Ajay Maken and M.M. Pallam Raju, have been elevated from minister of state rank.

MES MATE result 2012 declared: Check results

October 6, 2012 at 6:03 PM

MES MATE result 2012 for New Delhi, Ferozepur, Bikaner, Jodhpur and Kochi regions has been declared. Previously the exam for Military Engineer Service MATE SSK was held on 2nd September 2012.

MES MATE SSK CWE Army Jodhpur written result declared

October 1, 2012 at 11:20 AM

MES MATE SSK CWE (Army) Jodhpur written result declared. Previously the exam was held by Military Engineer Service on 2nd September 2012.

Rajasthan Roadways exam in December

September 27, 2012 at 1:07 PM

New date for Rajasthan Roadways exam has been announced. Earlier the examination was cancelled due to paper leak.

Over 1000 'hounded' Pak Hindu families planning mass migration to India

September 25, 2012 at 12:51 PM

Islamabad, Sept. 25 (ANI): Amid a mounting sense of insecurity, over 1,000 Hindu families belonging to Pakistan are planning to migrate to India- a step which is likely to raise more questions about the country's ability to protect its minorities.

More Pakistani Hindus arrive in Rajasthan

September 24, 2012 at 5:39 PM

Jodhpur, Sep 24 (IANS) Exodus of Hindu families from Pakistan continues with the arrival of 45 more people in Rajasthan from the neighbouring country, police said Monday.

Army chief reviews Cavalry parade

September 23, 2012 at 4:11 PM

Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) Indian Army chief General Bikram Singh Sunday reviewed a spectacular parade of 61 Cavalry, the only horse-mounted cavalry of the force here, to mark its raising day.

Rural development hit in Jharkhand's Naxal-affected Lohardaga District

September 18, 2012 at 9:57 PM

Lohardaga (Jharkhand), Sep.18 (ANI): Rural development in Jharkhand's Lohardaga District is being severely affected due to the Naxal menace.

Harassed in Pakistan, homeless in India

September 16, 2012 at 4:22 PM

Jodhpur, Sep 16 (IANS) "We would much rather die than go back to Pakistan," said a Hindu migrant echoing the sentiments of many migrants who have come here in the last few days from Pakistan.

Captive sailor's family pleads with government

August 9, 2012 at 4:01 PM

Shimla, Aug 9 (IANS) The parents of 22-year-old sailor Aman Kumar, held captive by Somali pirates for the last 20 months, made a plea to the government Thursday to ensure his release as the 45-day deadline given by the pirates was nearing.

Two BSF men injured in training accident

August 7, 2012 at 10:17 PM

Jaipur, Aug 7 (IANS) Two Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were seriously wounded Tuesday after a hand grenade exploded at a firing range in Rajasthan's Jodhpur district during training, police said.

'Big brands don't necessarily make big money'

August 1, 2012 at 12:19 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Big brands don't guarantee big money, says top designer Raghavendra Rathore.

FBI confirms bones collected from canal are Bhanwari Devi's

July 5, 2012 at 11:20 PM

Jodhpur, July 5 (IANS) A Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) report stating that the bones collected from a canal in a rural area here by the CBI were of abducted and murdered government nurse Bhanwari Devi was submitted in a court here Thursday, a lawyer said.

Defence lab develops battlefield water purifier

July 5, 2012 at 8:56 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) A portable water purifier that can be used by troops on the battlefield to quench their thirst from available surface water has been developed by a defence laboratory in Rajasthan, an officer said Thursday.

Rajasthan villagers toil to harvest rainwater (Letter from Rajasthan)

July 3, 2012 at 11:10 AM

Barmer (Rajasthan), July 3 (IANS) Residents of two villages surrounded by deserts in Rajasthan's Barmar district are toiling hard day and night, digging up water storage facilities like ponds and step-wells to improve their water-retaining capacity. Villagers have vowed not to waste a single drop of water this monsoon.

Another Rajasthan woman wants annulment of child marriage

June 27, 2012 at 11:43 PM

Jaipur, June 27 (IANS) Another woman in Rajasthan has requested the authorities to annul her marriage which was solemnised when she was a child and sought permission to live with another man of her choice, police said Wednesday.

Rajasthan girl seeks annulment of her child marriage

June 18, 2012 at 12:07 PM

Jodhpur, June 18 (IANS) A 20-year-old girl has sought protection by the Rajasthan authorities from members of a village community council who, she says, are threatening her with serious consequences if she did not accept her childhood marriage, officials said Monday.

Rajasthan woman approaches court to annul child marriage

June 12, 2012 at 9:43 PM

Jodhpur, June 12 (IANS) A 24-year-old woman Tuesday approached the Rajasthan High Court's Jodhpur bench requesting it to annul her marriage that was solemnised when she was nine years old.

Foreign plane detained at Jaipur

June 11, 2012 at 7:19 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) India has detained a foreign-operated chartered plane, flying from Karachi to Dhaka, at Jaipur after it deviated from its flight path and flew over a high-security Indian Air Force (IAF) combat base in Rajasthan late Sunday.

Foreign plane detained at Jaipur

June 11, 2012 at 6:55 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) India Monday detained a foreign-operated chartered plane, flying from Karachi to Dhaka, at Jaipur after it had deviated from its original flight path and flew over a high-security Indian Air Force combat base in Rajasthan late Sunday.

Seven run over by truck in Jodhpur

May 28, 2012 at 11:11 PM

Jodhpur, May 28 (IANS) At least seven men were killed, while four others were seriously injured when a truck ran over the roadside pavement on which they were sleeping in Rajasthan's Jodhpur town Monday, police said.

Bishnoi's bail plea rejected in Bhanwari case

May 26, 2012 at 9:30 PM

Jodhpur, May 26 (IANS) A Rajasthan court here Saturday rejected the bail plea filed by Congress legislator Malkhan Singh Bishnoi, arrested for his alleged involvement in the murder of nurse Bhanwari Devi, a lawyer said.

Bhanwari murder trial begins in Jodhpur

May 14, 2012 at 10:42 PM

Jodhpur, May 14 (IANS) The trial of former Rajasthan minister Mahipal Maderna, Congress legislator Malkhan Singh Bishnoi and 14 others -- accused in the case of nurse Bhanwari Devi's kidnap and murder in September last year -- commenced in a court here Monday, a lawyer said.

Jodhpur boy guns for the world record, prepares necklace in record time

May 12, 2012 at 9:30 PM

Jodhpur, May 12(ANI): Staking his claim on the Guinness Book of World records, a city teen made a 105 feet and 2 inches long necklace in an hour.

CBI arrests BSNL engineers for taking bribes

May 8, 2012 at 8:06 PM

Jaipur, May 8 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested an Executive Engineer (Electrical), BSNL, Kota and an Additional Chief Engineer(Electrical), BSNL, Jodhpur and Jaipur for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs.40,000/- from the complainant. case was registered by the CBI under Section 20 B of the Penal Code Act, 1988, on the basis of a complaint received from the complainant of Mansarovar, Jaipur.

Candid maternity talk with men - from behind veil (Feature)

May 4, 2012 at 10:22 AM

Beh Charan (Rajasthan), May 4 (IANS) 'Did your prasav (delivery) go off well this time?' 'Was the jaapa (birth) without any problems?' These are questions that a male health worker poses to a group of attentive women in a Rajasthan village.

Nurse case: Rajasthan legislator opposes jail change

May 3, 2012 at 9:58 PM

Jodhpur, May 3 (IANS) Malkhan Singh Bishnoi, Congress legislator arrested for alleged involvement in the murder of nurse Bhanwari Devi last year, filed an application in the Rajasthan High Court here objecting to his transfer to Ajmer Jail from Jodhpur Jail, a lawyer said Thursday.

A dai steps toward ensuring safe motherhood in Rajasthan

May 1, 2012 at 11:38 AM

Beh Charan (Rajasthan), May 1 (IANS) She has assisted in the birth of almost the entire village population. At 65, Charki Devi, a dai or midwife in a Rajasthan village, is happy she has played a pivotal role in birthings. But her role and of those like her is now fading, with hospital deliveries taking over.

Parliament passes IIT bill

April 30, 2012 at 5:30 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Parliament Monday passed a bill which will make the six new Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) capable of granting degrees to the engineers that pass out.

A white ribbon flutters towards safe motherhood in Rajasthan

April 29, 2012 at 3:46 PM

Jodhpur, April 29 (IANS) Will the baby live? Will the mother survive childbirth? Not very long ago, it was left to fate to decide how a pregnant woman and her unborn child would fare, but a slow change towards birth preparedness is taking place in some villages of Rajasthan's Jodhpur district.

Nurse case: Court rejects accused's bail plea

April 25, 2012 at 11:09 PM

Jodhpur, April 25 (IANS) A court here Wednesday rejected the bail application of Shahabuddin, an accused in the case of Rajasthan nurse Bhanwari Devi, who was kidnapped and murdered last year, a lawyer said.

Bhanwari Devi case: CBI registers third chargesheet

April 21, 2012 at 8:13 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Saturday filed the third chargesheet against four people in connection with the murder of Bhanwari Devi, a Jodhpur nurse and folk singer who was abducted and murdered in September 2011.

More arrests likely in Bhanwari Devi case, another chargsheet filed by CBI

April 21, 2012 at 5:17 PM

Jodhpur, Apr 21 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday filed a third chargesheet in the Bhanwari Devi murder case, adding that more arrests where likely to take place in the near future.

Baby girl tortured by father, this time in Bangalore

April 9, 2012 at 7:05 PM

Bangalore/New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) She has a severe head injury, bite marks all over her body and is on life support in a Bangalore hospital. The shocking case of three-month-old Afreen - allegedly battered by her own father as he wanted a male child - came to light Monday.

Spice Board to set up 10 parks for Rs.167 crore

April 8, 2012 at 5:53 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) The Spice Board of India will set up 10 parks at different places across the country this year, investing Rs.167 crore, to benefit producers and exporters.

Missing nurse case: Maderna shifted to Jaipur jail

April 4, 2012 at 7:05 PM

Jodhpur, April 4 (IANS) Sacked Rajasthan minister Mahipal Maderna, an accused in nurse Bhanwari Devi's disappearance and murder last year, was shifted to Jaipur jail Wednesday from Jodhpur, an official said.