Rajasthan

Sizzling Rajasthan: Churu breaches 50-degree C mark, Pilani reels at 49-degree C

Pilani in Rajasthan on Tuesday recorded the highest ever maximum temperature at 49-degree Celsius, while Churu sizzled at 50.5-degree Celsius to become the hottest place in the state on Tuesday.

May 29, 2024

News Analysis: Sonia Gandhi kicks off Congress Party's Nyay narrative to counter BJP at Jaipur Rally

The timing of Sonia Gandhi's remarks, made during the launch of the Congress party's election manifesto 'Nyay Patra', underscores the strategic importance of this moment in shaping the electoral narrative.

Apr 6, 2024

Sonia Gandhi pens emotional letter to people of Rae Bareli on her RS move

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on Thursday penned an emotional letter to the residents of her Parliamentary constituency Rae Bareli and shared reasons on why she decided not to contest the Lok Sabha elections.

Feb 15, 2024

Bhajanlal Sharma to take oath as Rajasthan CM on Dec 15

Rajasthan Chief Minister-designate Bhajanlal Sharma will take oath as the 14th Chief Minister of Rajasthan on December 15.

Dec 13, 2023

Rajasthan: 55.63% votes polled till 3 pm; LS Speaker says it reflects strong democracy

Who'll be the next CM of Rajasthan? Vasundhara Raje reaches Delhi amid speculation, dodges CM question; A look at other probable CM candidates

Raje's relations with the BJP top brass have, reportedly, been strained, but her loyal support and political clout make the choice of CM candidate a tricky one for the party

Dec 7, 2023

Ashok Gehlot accepts defeat; to resign as Raj CM at 5.30 p.m.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Sunday accepted the Congress' defeat in the Assembly elections, and he is expected to meet Governor Kalraj Mishra to resign as CM.

Dec 3, 2023

Rajasthan: BJP, Cong rush to rebels, independents as exit polls hint split verdict

As different exit polls for the Rajasthan Assembly elections are hinting to a split verdict in the state, Congress and BJP workers are rushing to rebel and independent candidates to play it safe in case they fall short of the majority mark.

Dec 1, 2023

Exit polls predict edge for Cong in Chhattisgarh, Telangana, for BJP in Rajasthan but divided on MP

The Congress is likely to retain Chhattisgarh, make a comeback in Madhya Pradesh and win for the first time in Telangana by upsetting the ruling BRS, the Times Now-ETG Exit Poll predicted on Thursday.

Dec 1, 2023

Rajasthan registers over 80% voting in six districts, counting on Sunday

Election Commission officials have said that six districts of Rajasthan witnessed more than 80 per cent voter turnout in the Assembly elections on Saturday.

Nov 27, 2023

Rajasthan: 55.63% votes polled till 3 pm; LS Speaker says it reflects strong democracy

Rajasthan Chief Electoral Officer said that at least 56.63 per cent votes were polled in Rajasthan till 3 pm on Saturday.

Nov 25, 2023

Rajasthan gears up for Assembly elections as polling begins, Gehlot casts his vote

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot along with his family visits his ancestral house in Sardarpura ahead of casting his vote

Nov 25, 2023

Kharge to address meetings in Telangana, Rahul & Priyanka to rally in Rajasthan

With just days away for the crucial Assembly elections in both the states, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will address two public meetings in Telangana, while party leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will hold five rallies in Rajasthan on Wednesday.

Nov 22, 2023

It's Congress Vs BJP for Rajasthan Assembly Polls? Neck-to-neck manifestoes, anti-incumbency factor, internal friction make it complicated

Those privy to the nuances of regional politics say Vasundhara Raje has been running a separate campaign after being distanced from BJP

Nov 21, 2023

13 people, including 10 kids, in Rajasthan lose eyesight due to firecracker accidents

A total of 13 people, including 10 children, across several cities of Rajasthan including Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, and Bharatpur lost sight in at least one eye while bursting firecrackers on Diwali, doctors said.

Nov 15, 2023

Tale of 5 states: EC announces dates for assembly polls, cudgels drawn, key issues dictating election campaigns [state-wise break-up]

The five states go to poll between November 7 and November 30 and comprise 1/6th of the total voters in the country.

Oct 10, 2023

EC announces poll dates for 5 states, Counting and results on Dec 3

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the poll schedule for the Assembly elections in Telangana, MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Mizoram states from November 7 to November 30 and counting to take place on December 3.

Oct 9, 2023

EC to announce poll schedule for five states today

The Election Commission of India will announce the poll schedule for Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana and Mizoram on Monday.

Oct 9, 2023

BJP announces names of national office-bearers

BJP national president Jagat Prakash Nadda on Saturday announced the names of party's national office-bearers with two former chief ministers-- Raman Singh and Vasundhara Raje from the poll-bound states of Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan being appointed as vice-president

Jul 29, 2023

Rajasthan Assembly Elections: Rahul Gandhi to be in Banswara on World Tribals Day on Aug 9

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be visiting Rajasthan's Banswara on World Tribal Day (August 9) to address a gathering.