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

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

Kerala cops bring Bitti Mohanty to Jaipur

May 25, 2013 at 9:02 PM

Jaipur, May 25 (IANS) A Kerala Police team Saturday arrived in Rajasthan's capital Jaipur with former Odisha police chief's son Bitti Mohanty, who jumped parole in 2006 while serving a sentence in a jail here for raping a German tourist.

Another mobile phone recovered from Sreesanth's female friend

May 24, 2013 at 6:54 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) Tainted cricketer S. Sreesanth's interrogation led Delhi Police to another mobile phone which he had gifted to a female friend from the money he earned from spot fixing in this season's Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, said a police official Friday.

Dravid hints at retirement from domestic T20

May 23, 2013 at 5:34 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals skipper Rahul Dravid hinted at retiring from the Indian Premier League (IPL) after this season.

Dealing with spot-fixing has been tough: Dravid

May 23, 2013 at 5:10 PM

New Delhi, May 23 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals skipper Rahul Dravid said that dealing with the spot-fixing allegations surrounding his team in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been one of the toughest phases of his illustrious career.

IPL: Shaken Royals take on rising Hyderabad (Preview)

May 21, 2013 at 4:46 PM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Hit by the recent spot-fixing scandal, the Rajasthan Royals will have to come out strong to take on the impressive Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator to be played at the Ferozeshah Kotla here Wednesday.

Vinod Rai made audit office a potent people's watchdog

May 21, 2013 at 11:50 AM

New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Comptroller and Auditor General Vinod Rai, who demits office Wednesday, will be remembered for turning the statutory body into a pugnacious watchdog of good governance and administrative integrity at a time when India is experiencing the need for greater transparency and a rebalancing of power that has tilted over the years towards the executive.

Royals file police complaint, suspend players' contracts

May 20, 2013 at 8:14 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The Rajasthan Royals Monday filed a police complaint against their three players arrested for alleged spot-fixing in IPL matches and, pending inquiry, suspended the trio's contracts.

Probe on in differently-abled girls' rape case

May 19, 2013 at 11:58 AM

Jaipur, May 19 (IANS) Two days after three hearing- and speech-impaired girls alleged rape and molestation by employees of a residential school here, statements of all the victims has been recorded, police said Sunday.

Two mute and deaf girls raped in Jaipur

May 18, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Jaipur, May 18 (ANI): In a shocking incident, staffers of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) raped two deaf and mute orphaned girls who were undergoing treatment for speech therapy at the orphanage. .

Reaching play-offs is great achievement: Rahul Dravid

May 18, 2013 at 12:46 PM

Hyderabad, May 18 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals captain Rahul Dravid believes reaching play-offs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) was a great achievement of his team and said they were looking forward to playing the semi-finals.

Suspected ISI spy held in Jaipur for leaking army secrets

May 18, 2013 at 9:42 AM

Jaipur, May 18 (ANI): Police in Jaipur, Rajasthan, have confirmed the arrest of an army staffer for allegedly passing on classified information to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).

One arrested for spying for Pakistan

May 17, 2013 at 10:46 PM

Jaipur, May 17 (IANS) Rajasthan Police Friday arrested a clerk posted in the Indian Army's south-west command here on charges of spying for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) spy agency, an officer said.

Faulkner claims five, Royals restrict Sunrisers to 136

May 17, 2013 at 10:14 PM

Hyderabad, May 17 (IANS) James Faulkner had a dream spell, claiming five for 16 as Rajasthan Royals restricted Sunrisers Hyderabad to 136 in their crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Rajiv Gandhi stadium here Friday.

Gehlot hits out at BJP on Kataria issue

May 16, 2013 at 11:02 PM

Jaipur, May 16 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot Thursday hit out at the BJP, which has called the CBI case against its leader Gulabchand Kataria politically motivated, saying that the party has double standards.

Delhi Police details conversations between bookies, players

May 16, 2013 at 6:46 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar Thursday gave out details of conversations between bookies and players. This led to the arrest of three Rajasthan Royals players S. Sreesanth, Ajit Chandila and Ankeet Chavan as well as 11 bookies on charges of spot fixing in Indian Premier League matches.

Rahul continues with his feedback mission in Jaipur

May 16, 2013 at 6:38 PM

Jaipur, May 16 (IANS) Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi met party workers and office bearers here Thursday while continuing his task of collecting feedback over the party's prospects in the upcoming assembly and Lok Sabha elections, party sources said.

Rahul Gandhi on feedback mission in Rajasthan

May 15, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Jaipur, May 15 (IANS) Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi arrived in Rajasthan's Bikaner district Wednesday to hold "feedback meetings" with the party's workers, party officials said.

RFW 2013 brought essence, flavour of Rajasthan but lacked buyers (Review)

May 13, 2013 at 7:42 PM

Jaipur, May 13 (IANS) The second edition of Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) 2013 that concluded Sunday certainly brought out the essence and flavour of the Rajasthan's royal culture and heritage but somehow failed to live up to expectations.

Neeta Lulla salutes modern brides at RFW

May 13, 2013 at 12:06 PM

Jaipur, May 13 (IANS) Designer Neeta Lulla, who has adorned several Bollywood celebrities like Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone, showcased her exclusive bridal collection at the grand finale of Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) 2013 here Sunday.

Watson defends Fortress Jaipur from CSK (Roundup)

May 12, 2013 at 11:50 PM

Jaipur, May 12 (IANS) Shane Watson made sure that Fortress Jaipur was still not breached as he led the Rajasthan Royals to a five-wicket victory over table toppers Chennai Super Kings at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Sunday.

Two men held with 30 kg gold in Jaipur

May 12, 2013 at 10:38 PM

Jaipur, May 12 (IANS) Two men were arrested here with gold biscuits weighing 30 kg Sunday, police said. They were later released on bail by a court.

Royals to chase CSK's 141/4

May 12, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Jaipur, May 12 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings scored 141/4 against the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League match here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium Sunday.

(AFTER 3)India's first gems bourse coming up in Jaipur

May 12, 2013 at 3:34 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) India's first gems bourse is coming up in Jaipur at an initial investment of Rs.50 crore (Rs 500 million/9 milllion USD) to facilitate organised trading of gem stones that would garner a sizeable business from abroad.

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.

Zoo authorities in Jaipur shelter animals from rising temperatures

May 11, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Jaipur, May 11 (ANI): Zoo authorities in Jaipur are taking several steps to shelter and protect the animals from rising temperatures in the state.

Miss India Navneet Kaur Dhillon walks the ramp at RFW

May 11, 2013 at 3:18 PM

Jaipur, May 11 (IANS) Femina Miss India World 2013 Navneet Kaur Dhillon walked the ramp for Bhopal-based designer Shivangee Sharma during the second day of Rajasthan Fashion Week.

Rohit Kamra showcases menswear line at RFW 2013 offsite show

May 10, 2013 at 10:38 PM

Jaipur, May 10 (IANS) A major attraction of the second edition of Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) 2013 was an offsite show by Jaipur-based designer Rohit Kamra, who showcased his menswear collection at the pool side area of the Fairmont hotel.

Rajasthan CPI-M lawmaker arrested in 2004 arson case

May 10, 2013 at 8:46 PM

Jaipur, May 10 (IANS) A Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) legislator in Rajasthan was arrested Friday on charges of arson and destroying public property during a farmers' agitation nine years ago, police said.

Gehlot to fund kidney transplant of merit student

May 10, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Jaipur, May 10 (IANS) Impressed by a 17-year-old student who figured on the state merit list and also cleared the first stage of the IIT entrance exam despite undergoing dialysis twice a week, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot Friday said he will bear the cost of his kidney transplant.

Rajasthan Royals beat Kings XI by eight wickets

May 9, 2013 at 7:29 PM

Jaipur, May 9 (IANS) Rajasthan Royal beat Kings XI Punjab by eight wickets in their Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Thursday.

Kings XI set 146-run target for Rajasthan Royals

May 9, 2013 at 5:52 PM

Jaipur, May 9 (IANS) Shaun Marsh top scored with 77 and skipper Adam Gilchrist 42 as Kings XI Punjab made 145 for six in 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Thursday.

Preity Zinta promotes 'Ishq in Paris' in Pink city

May 9, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Jaipur, May 9 (ANI): Bollywood actress-cum-producer Preity Zinta promoted her upcoming romantic film 'Ishq in Paris' Jaipur.

'Indian TT has improved significantly in the last decade'

May 8, 2013 at 2:32 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) India has improved significantly as a table tennis nation in the last decade, Commonwealth TT chairman Alan Ransome said Wednesday.

Rajasthan Royals beat Daredevils by 9 wickets

May 7, 2013 at 7:20 PM

Jaipur, May 7 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals beat Delhi Daredevils by nine wickets in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Tuesday.

Daredevils score 154/4 against Royals

May 7, 2013 at 6:00 PM

Jaipur, May 7 (IANS) Delhi Daredevils scored 154 for four against Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Mansingh stadium here Tuesday.

Royals romp home to victory against Warriors

May 6, 2013 at 12:04 AM

Jaipur, May 5 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals clinched a thrilling five-wicket win over Pune Warriors, who were once again denied victory despite putting up a challenging total on the scoreboard at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Sunday.

Royals beat Warriors by five wickets in a thriller

May 5, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Jaipur, May 5 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals beat Pune Warriors by five wickets in the Indian Premier League clash here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium Sunday.

Pune Warriors make 178/4 against Rajasthan Royals

May 5, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Jaipur, May 5 (IANS) Pune Warriors scored 178/4 in their Indian Premier League clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Sunday.

CAG should offer suggestions to improve environment: Hamid Ansari

May 4, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Jaipur, May 4 (ANI): Vice President Hamid Ansari said Saturday that the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has an important role to play in efforts towards improving the environment by not only commenting on the effectiveness of the rules and regulations, but also by offering suggestions to the government for the purpose.

Gehlot lays foundation stone of equipment making plant

May 3, 2013 at 9:16 PM

Jaipur, May 3 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot laid the foundation stone for JCB India's fourth construction equipment manufacturing plant at here Friday.

Rajasthan Fashion Week ready with second edition

May 3, 2013 at 6:52 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) Rajasthan Fashion Week (RFW) is back with its second edition, starting May 9 in Jaipur. Over 26 designers, including Ritu Kumar, Neeta Lulla and Lina Tipnis, will showcase their ready to wear ethnic and western wear at the event.

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.

Man arrested for raping 6-year-old

April 30, 2013 at 10:04 PM

Jaipur, April 30 (IANS) A man was arrested in Rajasthan's Karauli district Tuesday for raping a six-year-old girl during a wedding function, said police.

Bikaner villagers protest minor's rape

April 30, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Jaipur, April 30 (IANS) Villagers in Rajasthan's Bikaner district Tuesday protested the rape of a 15-year-old girl in her school bus at gun point four days ago.

Samson family celebrates Sanju's IPL success

April 30, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, April 30 (IANS) The Samson family witnessed a huge crowd at their rented accommodation here Tuesday a day after their son 18-year-old Sanju Viswanath Samson struck a 41-ball 63 in Rajasthan Royals' four-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in Jaipur.

Gehlot discusses agricultural cooperation with Israel

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Jaipur, April 29 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot Monday met agriculture and rural development minister of Israel Yair Shamir in Beitgan city in Israel and discussed cooperation to promote agriculture.

We were 10-15 runs short, says Kohli

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Jaipur, April 29 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Virat Kohli said his team was 10-15 runs short as Rajasthan Royals pulled off a stunning four-wicket win with a ball to spare in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium here Monday.

infosys ranked leader for reducing carbon footprint

April 29, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Bangalore, April 29 (IANS) Indian IT bellwether Infosys became Environmental Tracking (ET) carbon ranking leader in 2013 for its greenhouse gas emissions and disclosure practices.

Rajasthan Royals win by four wickets

April 29, 2013 at 7:32 PM

Jaipur, April 29 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by four wickets in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium here Monday.

RCB make 171/6 against Royals

April 29, 2013 at 6:12 PM

Jaipur, April 29 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bangalore scored 171/6 in their Indian Premier League tie against Rajasthan Royals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Monday.

Gehlot in Israel to bring back farm technology

April 28, 2013 at 10:20 PM

Jaipur, April 28 (IANS) A delegation from Rajasthan led by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot now visiting Israel held talks with officials on cooperation in agriculture, horticulture and water resources, a statement issued here said Sunday.

Hyderabad recover to post 144/9

April 27, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Jaipur, April 27 (IANS) Sunrisers Hyderabad recovered to make 144 for nine against Rajasthan Royals in their Indian Premier League match here Saturday.

Ten of family killed in Rajasthan road accident

April 26, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Jaipur, April 26 (IANS) Ten members of a family, including three children, were killed when the van they were travelling in rammed into a stationary truck in Rajasthan Friday, police said.

Five soldiers killed in Rajasthan

April 25, 2013 at 11:08 PM

Jaipur, April 25 (IANS) Five soldiers were killed and four others were seriously injured when the truck in which they were travelling overturned in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district Thursday, police said.

Jaipur NGO providing prosthetic limbs to Afghan war victims

April 21, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Jaipur, April 21 (ANI): A non-government organisation in Jaipur, Rajasthan, organised a camp where it provided prosthetic limbs, crutches and wheelchairs for Afghan War victims.

Angry public demands removal of Delhi police chief (Update:Rape)

April 21, 2013 at 2:04 PM

New Delhi/Jaipur, April 21 (ANI): Protest intensified across India on Sunday over the rape of five-year old girl. People continue to stage demonstrations outside the Delhi Police headquarters, demanding the removal of Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar.

IPL: Mumbai Indians wary of winless Delhi Daredevils

April 20, 2013 at 8:20 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Mumbai Indians expect Delhi Daredevils to come hard at them when they meet for the second time in the Indian Premier League on Sunday.

Deaf and dumb child in search of parents

April 20, 2013 at 11:40 AM

Jaipur, April 20 (IANS) Born deaf and dumb, this 13-year-old boy stranded in Rajasthan for two years has little hope of reunion with his family. A police officer said Saturday that the boy, found in Sep 2011, has been living in different shelter homes.

Mentally ill man chained to bed for 12 years

April 20, 2013 at 10:20 AM

Churu (Rajasthan), April 20 (IANS) Unable to pay for his treatment, and receiving no help from the government, the family of a mentally-challenged 33-year-old man in Rajasthan's Churu district has kept him chained to a bed for more than 12 years now.

Witch doctor arrested for raping woman in Rajasthan

April 19, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Jaipur, April 19 (IANS) A self-proclaimed witch doctor was arrested in Rajasthan's Bikaner district Friday for allegedly repeatedly raping a woman over six months on the pretext of exorcising an evil spirit that he claimed possessed her, police said.

Bangalore set for a Royal battle

April 19, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Bangalore, April 19 (IANS) In what promises to be a battle royale, hosts Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have their task cut out to stop the winning-streak of front-runners Rajasthan Royals in the Pepsi Indian Premier League (IPL) Saturday at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, further fortified in the light of this week's bomb blast.

Clampdown in Rajasthan town after communal tension

April 18, 2013 at 10:04 PM

Jaipur, April 18 (IANS) Authorities Thursday banned gathering of five or more people in a town in Rajasthan' Ajmer district Thursday after communal tension flared up, police said.

Rahane, Chandila shine as Rajasthan Royals humiliate Mumbai Indians

April 18, 2013 at 12:28 AM

Jaipur, April 18 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals jumped to the top of the table with a dominating 92-run victory over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium here Wednesday.

Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 87 runs

April 17, 2013 at 11:56 PM

Jaipur, April 17 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians by 87 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium here Wednesday.

Rajasthan Royals set 180-run target for Mumbai Indians

April 17, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Jaipur, April 17 (IANS) Ajinkya Rahane struck an unbeaten 54-ball 68 as Rajasthan Royal made 179 for three in 20 overs against Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium here Wednesday.

Royals elect to bat against Indians

April 17, 2013 at 7:48 PM

Jaipur, April 17 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to bat first against Mumbai Indians in their Indian Premier League clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Wednesday.

Earthquake jolts Delhi, NCR and some parts of Asia

April 16, 2013 at 6:06 PM

After a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit the Iran-Pakistan border on Tuesday afternoon, tremors were also felt in Deli and many parts of north India including NCR, Jaipur, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh and Odisha.

Tremors shake Rajasthan, no loss of life

April 16, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Jaipur, April 16 (IANS) Tremors were felt across parts of Rajasthan Tuesday, causing panic among the people. There was no report of any loss of life or damage to property.

Two killed in accident in Jaipur tunnel

April 15, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Jaipur, April 15 (IANS) A woman and her eight-month-old daughter were killed when a truck mowed them down while they were riding pillion on a motorcycle here Monday, police said. Her husband and son had a miraculous escape.

Rajasthan to promote salt lake tourism

April 15, 2013 at 1:32 PM

Jaipur, April 15 (IANS) To tap its tourism potential, the desert state of Rajasthan is trying to prop up Sambhar, the largest inland salt lake in the country, as a unique attraction, Tourism Minister Bina Kak said.

Royals bowl out Kings XI for 124

April 14, 2013 at 9:56 PM

Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) Kings XI Punjab were bowled out for 124 in 18.5 overs by Rajasthan Royals in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Sunday.

IPL: Rajasthan opt to field against Punjab

April 14, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals won the toss and opted to field against Kings XI Punjab in their Indian Premier League match here Sunday.

It is 'yatra' time in poll-bound Rajasthan

April 14, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) Though elections are months away, the election fever has gripped Rajasthan, with both the BJP and the Congress taking out 'yatras' to woo the voters.

12 injured in communal violence in Jaipur

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Udaipur, April 13 (IANS) A dozen people were injured Saturday in communal violence here following an objectionable religious comment on social networking website Facebook, police said.

12 injured in communal violence in Jaipur

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Udaipur, April 13 (IANS) A dozen people were injured Saturday in communal violence here following an objectionable religious comment on social networking website Facebook, police said.

12 injured in communal violence in Jaipur

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Udaipur, April 13 (IANS) A dozen people were injured Saturday in communal violence here following an objectionable religious comment on social networking website Facebook, police said.

12 injured in communal violence in Jaipur

April 13, 2013 at 11:40 PM

Udaipur, April 13 (IANS) A dozen people were injured Saturday in communal violence here following an objectionable religious comment on social networking website Facebook, police said.

Lara, Chitrangada, Yami make splash at IIJW

April 13, 2013 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Bollywood beauties Lara Dutta, Chitrangada Singh and Yami Gautam added their spark and glamour at the India International Jewellery Week (IIJW). They walked the ramp here as showstoppers for different brands.

2008 IPL slapgate: Bhajji a backstabber, says Sreesanth

April 12, 2013 at 3:40 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (ANI): Out of favour former Indian fast bowler S. Sreesanth on Friday described off-spinner Harbhajan Singh as a backstabber, while referring to the IPL 2008 slapgate incident.

Dravid fined for slow over rate

April 9, 2013 at 2:45 PM

Jaipur, April 9 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals captain Rahul Dravid has been fined $20,000 after his side maintained a slow over-rate during their Indian Premier League (IPL) match against Kolkata Knight Riders here.

Cairn India finds oil again in Rajasthan's Barmer basin

April 9, 2013 at 2:45 PM

Jaipur, April 9 (IANS) Vedanta group firm Cairn India Tuesday said it has made the 26th oil discovery in its RJ-ON-90/1 block in Rajasthan's Barmer district.

IPL: Royals beat Knight Riders by 19 runs

April 9, 2013 at 12:13 AM

Jaipur, April 8 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals recorded their second win in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a 19-run win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Monday.

IPL: Rajasthan set 145-run target for Kolkata

April 8, 2013 at 10:05 PM

Jaipur, April 8 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals made 144 for six against Kolkata Knight Riders in an Indian Premier League cricket match at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here Monday.

Australian know-how for Jaipur's Man Singh museum makeover

April 8, 2013 at 7:25 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) A five-member heritage delegation from Australia has arrived in Jaipur to collaborate with the Maharaj Sawai Man Singh II Museum Trust on heritage conservation and cultural tourism. The delegation, which reached April 8, will tour the Pink City and "assess the condition of the museum and the artifacts".

Curfew relaxed in Jaipur

April 7, 2013 at 8:36 PM

Jaipur, April 7 (IANS) Curfew, clamped in some parts of the Rajasthan capital city two days ago following communal violence, was relaxed for one and a half hours Sunday with police indicating that the situation is gradually returning to normalcy in the area.

Rajasthan to begin free medical diagnostic test scheme Sunday

April 6, 2013 at 8:05 PM

Jaipur, April 6 (IANS) Rajasthan will Sunday become the first state in India to have a free medical diagnostic test scheme.

Curfew clamped in parts of Jaipur

April 5, 2013 at 10:04 PM

Jaipur, April 5 (IANS) Curfew was clamped in some parts of the Rajasthan capital Friday, a day after over 20 people, including a dozen policemen, were injured following a violent clash between two communities, an officer said.

There is additional responsibility: Dravid

April 5, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals skipper Rahul Dravid hopes the 2008 champions will start their Indian Premier League (IPL) campaign with a win against Delhi Daredevils here Saturday.

20 injured in communal clashes in Jaipur

April 4, 2013 at 10:44 PM

Jaipur, April 4 (IANS) Over 20 people, including a dozen policemen, were injured in this Rajasthan capital following a violent clash between two communities Thursday, officials said.

Talent hunt winner Boresa earns Rajasthan Royals contract

April 4, 2013 at 7:49 PM

Jaipur, April 4 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals Thursday awarded a Rs.10 lakh Indian Premier League (IPL) contract to 18-year-old Kumar Boresa.

I was never a hunk: Kapil Nirmal (With Image)

April 4, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Amritsar, April 4 (IANS) Thanks to his sculpted body and macho looks, Kapil Nirmal is quite popular among girls, but the actor clarifies that he is not aiming to become a small screen hunk.

Watson key for Rajasthan Royals

April 2, 2013 at 3:24 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) The Rajasthan Royals won the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008 but they have not been able to match their performance in the next four editions.

Shilpa Shetty turns designer for Rajasthan Royals's fan wear

April 2, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Jaipur, April 2 (IANS) Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty has used her fashion instincts to design a new 'official fan wear collection' for her Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Rajasthan Royals, in association with apparel brand Provogue.

Ramdev takes a dig at Congress, calls it 'ineffective'

March 31, 2013 at 5:22 PM

Jaipur, Mar 31 (ANI): Yoga guru Baba Ramdev slammed the UPA-II Government during a press conference in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Sunday.

Minister goes online to make highways safe

March 29, 2013 at 9:46 PM

New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) To reduce the death toll in highway accidents, Minister of Road Transport and Highways C.P. Joshi Friday announced a slew of measures including stringent norms for issuing drivers' licences, installation of cameras and cashless treatment to accident victims.

Unique soccer match played in Jaipur on Holi

March 27, 2013 at 3:30 PM

Jaipur, Mar 27 (ANI): Locals in Rajasthan played a unique soccer match on Monday dressed up as Hindu gods, movies stars, demons and politicians in the spirit of Holi, the festival of colours.

Holi colours draw foreign tourists to India

March 27, 2013 at 10:02 AM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) A penchant for life in technicolour with a dash of herbal colours, crunchy gujias, chilled thandais and soulful ghazals: the heady cocktail is proving to be an irresistible draw for foreign tourists to celebrate Holi in India, say tourism industry experts.

Rajasthan Govt. scales down popular elephant festival under pressure from animal rights activists

March 27, 2013 at 9:46 AM

Jaipur, Mar.27 (ANI): Buckling under pressure of animal rights activists, the Department of Tourism of Rajasthan has decided to scale down the popular elephant festival.

UK woman who jumped from hotel in India to escape 'rape' recalls ordeal

March 25, 2013 at 10:58 AM

London, Mar. 25 (ANI): A British woman who jumped from a hotel balcony in India fearing a sexual assault has recalled her ordeal, saying that she shouted for help for more than an hour.

Alteration of Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa' for endorsement creates controversy at Jaipur art fes

March 21, 2013 at 7:06 PM

Jaipur, Mar.21 (ANI): The Jaipur Art Festival momentarily attracted controversy over Leonardo da Vinci's famed Mona Lisa being altered and used to endorse a range of dairy products.