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Four Killed In Scrap Godown Fire In Rajasthan

Four Killed In Scrap Godown Fire In Rajasthan

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

Four people, including two minor girls, died in a fire at a scrap godown in Rajasthan's Kotputli-Behror district. The fire is suspected to have been triggered by a lit bidi igniting spirit from scrap perfume bottles.

IPL 2027: Hardik Pandya's Mumbai Indians exit looms amid KKR, Royals trade talks

IPL 2027: Hardik Pandya's Mumbai Indians exit looms amid KKR, Royals trade talks

Rediff.com6 days ago

Hardik Pandya is reportedly on his way out of Mumbai Indians, with Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals showing interest in a potential trade. Discussions are ongoing, particularly with KKR, where Pandya could secure a captaincy role, unlike with RR.

Archer makes history as Rajasthan Royals' top wicket-taker

Archer makes history as Rajasthan Royals' top wicket-taker

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Jofra Archer has become the leading wicket-taker for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL, surpassing Shane Watson's previous record.

Rajasthan Police Nab Two Linked To Organised Crime

Rajasthan Police Nab Two Linked To Organised Crime

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police's Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) has arrested two men, Krishna Singh and Laxman Singh, identified as hardcore criminals with links to organised crime. The arrests were made in Jaipur's Kardhani area following intelligence inputs.

Yashasvi Jaiswal Gifts Luxury SUV to Father

Yashasvi Jaiswal Gifts Luxury SUV to Father

Rediff.com7 days ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal celebrates Father's Day by gifting his dad a luxurious Mercedes-Benz SUV.

Doctors, Lab Operators Involved In Rajasthan Health Scheme Fraud

Doctors, Lab Operators Involved In Rajasthan Health Scheme Fraud

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Special Operations Group (SOG) has uncovered a major fraud in the Rajasthan Government Health Scheme, involving doctors and a lab operator allegedly causing financial losses worth crores to the state exchequer.

Rajasthan Man Shoots Wife At Wedding, Then Kills Himself

Rajasthan Man Shoots Wife At Wedding, Then Kills Himself

Rediff.com1 May 2026

A 31-year-old man allegedly shot his wife during a wedding function and then died by suicide in Rajasthan's Bharatpur district on Friday, police said.

Rajasthan Teacher Held For Allegedly Using Forged Documents To Get Job

Rajasthan Teacher Held For Allegedly Using Forged Documents To Get Job

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A government school lecturer in Rajasthan has been arrested for allegedly using forged documents to secure his job. The Special Operations Group (SOG) of the Rajasthan Police made the arrest after investigating irregularities in the Lecturer (Agriculture Science) Recruitment Examination-2022.

Rajasthan Royals Aim To Settle Scores Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rajasthan Royals Aim To Settle Scores Against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals are set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL match, seeking to avenge their previous defeat. RR, currently second in the standings, will rely on their strong batting lineup, while SRH will depend on their explosive top-order batsmen.

Rajasthan Village Sees Mob Violence After Youth's Murder

Rajasthan Village Sees Mob Violence After Youth's Murder

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A mob in Rajasthan's Banswara district torched and vandalised houses and vehicles after a youth was murdered, prompting police to deploy additional forces to maintain order.

Rajasthan Royals Seek Revival Against Lucknow Super Giants

Rajasthan Royals Seek Revival Against Lucknow Super Giants

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals, after two consecutive defeats, aim to regain momentum against a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in their upcoming IPL match. Key concerns include the form of skipper Riyan Parag and the fragility of the middle order. Lucknow's bowling attack needs to find breakthroughs to counter Rajasthan's strong opening pair.

Man Abducted, Beaten To Death In Rajasthan; Brother Dies By Suicide

Man Abducted, Beaten To Death In Rajasthan; Brother Dies By Suicide

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A man was allegedly abducted and beaten to death in Rajasthan's Balotra district, and his body was later thrown into a well in the neighbouring Pali district, police said. Five persons have been arrested. The deceased's brother allegedly died by suicide due to mental stress.

Rajasthan Crime Rate Plummets Nearly 19% in Two Years

Rajasthan Crime Rate Plummets Nearly 19% in Two Years

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced a significant drop in the state's crime rate, attributing it to sustained policing efforts and a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption. The announcement was made at the 77th Rajasthan Police Foundation Day function.

Old Rivalry Leads To Murder And Arson In Rajasthan Village

Old Rivalry Leads To Murder And Arson In Rajasthan Village

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

A man was allegedly hacked to death with an axe over an old rivalry in a village in Rajasthan's Banswara district, police said on Monday. The incident, which took place on Sunday night, triggered arson and clashes between two groups.

Rajasthan Police Freeze Property Bought With Drug Money

Rajasthan Police Freeze Property Bought With Drug Money

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police have frozen a house in Nagaur district worth over Rs 1 crore, allegedly built using proceeds from drug trafficking, officials said.

Rajasthan drops 4 textbooks, sparks 'history rewrite' row

Rajasthan drops 4 textbooks, sparks 'history rewrite' row

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan government's decision to discontinue four school textbooks has ignited a political controversy, with the Education Minister defending the move and the Congress party accusing the government of attempting to erase history.

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals return to winning ways by thrashing Rajasthan Royals

Rediff.com2 May 2026

Delhi Capitals ended their three-match losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL in Jaipur on Friday.

Will Rajasthan Royals extend Kolkata Knight Riders losing run?

Will Rajasthan Royals extend Kolkata Knight Riders losing run?

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals, after a setback against Sunrisers Hyderabad, aim to exploit the Kolkata Knight Riders' ongoing struggles in their upcoming IPL match. KKR, plagued by consecutive defeats and questionable decisions, are desperate for a win in front of their home crowd before a month-long break.

How Rajasthan Police Solved Jaisalmer Double Murder Case

How Rajasthan Police Solved Jaisalmer Double Murder Case

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Police have solved the murder case of an elderly couple in Jaisalmer district, arresting two suspects who allegedly committed the crime for robbery.

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Aadhaar Racket Busted In Rajasthan, One Arrested

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A man has been arrested in Rajasthan for his alleged involvement in an illegal Aadhaar enrolment racket, where fake Aadhaar cards were generated using manipulated biometric data.

SC shields inter-caste couple, stays HC order amid honour killing fears

SC shields inter-caste couple, stays HC order amid honour killing fears

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Coming to the aid of an inter-caste couple fearing "honour killing", the Supreme Court on Monday stayed a Rajasthan high court order allowing the woman's parents to meet them, despite their apprehensions of any untoward eventuality.

Pharma distributor's licence cancelled over Kota C-section deaths

Pharma distributor's licence cancelled over Kota C-section deaths

Rediff.com3 days ago

The World Health Organization has requested information from the Indian government regarding the alleged supply of spurious oxytocin injections linked to the deaths of five women in Kota hospitals. This comes after regulatory action, including the cancellation of manufacturing licenses for Jackson Laboratories units, following joint inspections by drug control bodies. The government is investigating the matter, emphasising a zero-tolerance approach to quality violations.

Rajasthan SDM and Staff Arrested in Bribery Case

Rajasthan SDM and Staff Arrested in Bribery Case

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested a sub-divisional magistrate (SDM), her reader, and another administrative staff member in Karauli district for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 60,000.

Woman Allegedly Strangles Daughter, Attempts Suicide In Rajasthan

Woman Allegedly Strangles Daughter, Attempts Suicide In Rajasthan

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

A four-year-old girl was allegedly strangled to death by her mother in Rajasthan's Alwar district, police said. The mother then attempted suicide by slitting her wrists. Police are investigating the incident.

Rajasthan Royals' Riyan Parag Casts Vote in Guwahati

Rajasthan Royals' Riyan Parag Casts Vote in Guwahati

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag voted in the Assam Assembly elections in Guwahati, accompanied by his parents. He is in Guwahati for IPL matches.

Rajasthan High Court Reserves Verdict In Asaram Case

Rajasthan High Court Reserves Verdict In Asaram Case

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

The Rajasthan High Court has reserved its order on Asaram's appeal against his conviction and life sentence in a sexual assault case. The trial court sentenced Asaram to life imprisonment in 2018. The High Court conducted hearings in a time-bound manner following Supreme Court directions.

IPL 2026: RR vs DC Preview: Starc returns but Delhi face Rajasthan Royals in must-win clash

IPL 2026: RR vs DC Preview: Starc returns but Delhi face Rajasthan Royals in must-win clash

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Delhi Capitals face Rajasthan Royals in a crucial IPL match, seeking to overcome inconsistent batting and bowling performances. Mitchell Starc's return provides a boost, but the team needs a collective effort to counter Rajasthan's strong batting line-up.

Rajasthan MLA Claims Assault By Officials During Hearing

Rajasthan MLA Claims Assault By Officials During Hearing

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

BJP MLA Jaideep Bihani has alleged that he was assaulted by three officials during a public hearing regarding water supply disruptions in Jaipur. Police have arrested three individuals in connection with the alleged assault, and an investigation is underway.

Outrage as Ambedkar Statue Damaged in Rajasthan Village

Outrage as Ambedkar Statue Damaged in Rajasthan Village

Rediff.com12 Apr 2026

A statue of B R Ambedkar was found damaged in Khambal village of Rajasthan's Sirohi district, triggering protests by locals, police said on Sunday.

Ready For Mirzapur: The Movie?

Ready For Mirzapur: The Movie?

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Mirzapur: The Movie teaser brings back the world of crime, power and revenge with Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi and Divyenndu reprising their fan-favourite roles.

Teen Sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Joins India T20 Squad

Teen Sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Joins India T20 Squad

Rediff.com6 days ago

Teenaged batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been selected for the Indian T20 squad for tours of Ireland and England. The 15-year-old expressed his immense joy, calling it the "biggest step" of his career. He rose to prominence after a stellar IPL season and could potentially become India's youngest international cricketer, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record.

Supreme Court agrees to hear plea against Rajasthan's anti-conversion law

Supreme Court agrees to hear plea against Rajasthan's anti-conversion law

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a plea challenging the validity of the Rajasthan Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2025, potentially impacting religious freedom and state legislation.

Rajasthan Man's Death Under Investigation Amidst Affair Suspicions

Rajasthan Man's Death Under Investigation Amidst Affair Suspicions

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

A 28-year-old man died under suspicious circumstances in Rajasthan's Banswara district, prompting a police investigation into multiple angles, including a possible affair.

IPL 2026: Jaiswal praises Rajasthan Royals' team environment after win over Punjab Kings

IPL 2026: Jaiswal praises Rajasthan Royals' team environment after win over Punjab Kings

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Yashasvi Jaiswal expresses his delight at batting with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and praises the Rajasthan Royals' team environment after their victory over Punjab Kings. Shreyas Iyer reflects on Punjab Kings' defeat, citing poor execution with the ball.

Six Die in Separate Rajasthan Road Accidents

Six Die in Separate Rajasthan Road Accidents

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Six people were killed and two others critically injured in two separate road accidents in Rajasthan's Barmer and Dungarpur districts.

Rajasthan Suicide: Love Affair Suspected in Teen Deaths

Rajasthan Suicide: Love Affair Suspected in Teen Deaths

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

A teenage boy and girl allegedly died by suicide near a railway station in Rajasthan's Alwar district. Police are investigating a possible love affair as the motive.

Why Are Young People In Rajasthan Taking Their Own Lives?

Why Are Young People In Rajasthan Taking Their Own Lives?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

Two separate incidents of alleged suicide have been reported in Rajasthan, involving a nursing student and a B.Sc student. Police investigations are underway to determine the reasons behind these tragic events.

Jaiswal, Ferreira dazzle as Rajasthan Royals hand Punjab Kings first defeat of IPL 2026

Jaiswal, Ferreira dazzle as Rajasthan Royals hand Punjab Kings first defeat of IPL 2026

Rediff.com28 Apr 2026

Marcus Stoinis's explosive half-century propelled Punjab Kings to a competitive total against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL match, overshadowing a fine bowling performance from Yash Raj Punja.

Rajasthan Road Transport Chief Manager Arrested in Bribery Case

Rajasthan Road Transport Chief Manager Arrested in Bribery Case

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The chief manager of the Dausa depot of the Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000.

Sooryavanshi will be a force for Indian cricket, world cricket: Sangakkara

Sooryavanshi will be a force for Indian cricket, world cricket: Sangakkara

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rajasthan Royals' head coach Kumar Sangakkara and Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting coach Dinesh Karthik have lauded 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his exceptional talent, grounded nature, and immense confidence.