RAJASTHAN

Jaipur : Celebrating ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, commemorating 75 years of Independence, Konark Corps flagged off a cycling expedition from Vigokot Fort in Gujrat on 22 February 2023. This expedition will cover a distance of 1600km and travel through 75 Border villages of Gujarat and Rajasthan to promote the spirit of adventure and spread awareness about Agnipath Scheme amongst the youth. …

Guwahati : Gulab Chand Kataria was sworn in as the new Governor of Assam on Wednesday by the Chief Justice of Guwahati High Court. The 78-year-old Kataria was sworn in as the 31st Governor of Assam at Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra in Guwahati. Kataria, a resident of Udaipur in Rajasthan, replaced professor Jagdish Mukhi, who demitted office on Sunday after completing …

Jaipur : The new recruitment process involving conduct of Online Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) at the first stage of recruitment has been put in place with issue of notifications for recruitment by Headquarter Recruiting Zone, Jaipur and AROs of Jaipur, Alwar, Jhunjhunu, Kota and Jodhpur from 15 February 2023. The HQ Recruiting Zone, Jaipur issued the notification on Join Indian Army …

Jaipur : Major Apurva Dabhade, of 61 Cavalry has qualified to represent India at the upcoming Asian Games in China. The selection process was rigorous and spanned over five months, with four selection trials held across India. Major Apurva Dabhade demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication during the four trials conducted in India thereby solidifying his place in the national team. The …

Jaipur : All-women Car Rally flagged off from National War Memorial, New Delhi by Admiral R Hari Kumar the Chief of the Naval Staff virtually and Mrs Kala Hari Kumar, President NWWA reached Jaipur on 14 Feb 2023. The All-women Car Rally with the slogan ‘She’s Unstoppable’ and tag line ‘Soar High’ from National War Memorial, New Delhi to War Memorial, …

Jaipur : Army’s South Western Command Investiture Ceremony was held with customary elan and military grandeur at the Sagat Singh Auditorium, Bathinda Military Station on Wednesday.A total of seventeen Sena Medals (Gallantry), one Sena Medal (Distinguished) and one Vishisht Seva Medal were presented by Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Bhinder, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, South Western Command. The investiture ceremony is conducted once …

Jaipur : Commanders Conference of the South Western Air Command will be held at Air Force Station Jaisalmer from 09-10 February 2023. Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff will address the Commanders on 10 February 2023. The Chief of Air Staff will be accompanied by Mrs Neeta Chaudhari, President Air Force Families Welfare Association (Central). The CAS …

Jaipur : As part of the South Western Command Investiture Ceremony a Multi Activity Display was organised at Bathinda Military Station for the awardees, serving personnel, families and students to showcase rich military traditions, adventure as part of normal military life and martial music arousing patriotic fervour. The display was conducted in the presence of Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Bhinder, …

Jaipur : South Western Command Investiture Ceremony will be held at Sagat Singh Auditorium, Bhatinda Military Station on 08 February 2023 to acknowledge the gallant and distinguished acts of our soldiers in discharging their duty towards the Nation. During the event, Lieutenant General Amardeep Singh Bhinder, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, South Western Command will present Gallantry and Distinguished Service Awards, along with …

Jaipur : Army Public School, Jaipur celebrated its Annual Day on 3rd February 2023 at Sapta Shakti Auditorium in Jaipur Military Station. Lt Gen Manish Erry, Chief of Staff & Chairman Board of Administration, Army Public Schools of South Western Command graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The theme of Annual Day celebration was G-20 wherein children gave mesmerising performances …

Jaipur : As part of run up to Republic Day 2023 celebrations, a Mini Marathon was organised at Jaipur Military Station on 22 Jan 2023. The event was enthusiastically attended by all ranks as well as ladies and children. The aim was to align the celebration of Republic Day by giving due impetus to sound health and inspiring the masses to …

Jaipur : An Ex Servicemen (ESM) rally was organised at Swarn Jayanti Stadium, Jhunjhunu on 14 January to honour the veterans and next of kin for their selfless service and sacrifice for the nation. The event saw an enthusiastic participation by approximately 6500 ESM from eleven tehsils of Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan. Lieutenant General AS Bhinder, GOC-in-C, South Western Command was …

Jaipur : Indian Army through it’sformations conducts Investiture Ceremonies every year to honour it’s valiant and brave soldiers and also to recognize the magnificent efforts of the battallions and the regiments. This year Headquarter Southern Command Investiture Ceremony is being conducted at Bengaluru under the aegis of Headquarters Karnataka & Kerala Sub Area which happens to be the venue of Army …

Jaipur : Taking forward the initiative of Rejuvenating & Developing the Sarovars in various town and villages, Southern Army carried out a campaign under theme “Mission Armit Sarovars” to revive and develop 75 Sarovars in various parts of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Kerala and Rajasthan. Desert Corps Engineer under the aegis of Konark Corps has undertaken the …

Jaipur :  The 18th National Scouts and Guides Jamboree is being organised at Rohat, Pali Marawar near Jodhpur from 04 to 10 January 2023. Lieutenant General Rakesh Kapoor, General Officer Commanding Konark Corps attended the event as the Chief Guest on 07 January 2023. On the occasion, the General Officer hoisted the National Scouts and Guides flag and addressed the …

Jaipur : In consonance with the aim stipulated under the Vidyanjali Scheme launched on 07 Sep 21 of strengthening infrastructure, facilities & improving quality of education in government/ government aided schools, the Southern Command of Indian Army launched an extensive outreach program with selected schools of Southern India. In continuation with the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations commemorating 75 years of …

Blood donation and eye checkup camp organized by Old Boys Association Udaipur . Vidya Pracharini Sabha Bhupal Nobles’ Sansthan entered its 101st year completing its centenary academic journey. On this occasion, Panchkundiya Yagya was performed according to Indian tradition, in which along with world peace, along with human welfare, everyone’s progress was wished. After this grand cultural programs were organized …

Jaipur : In continuance with the rich traditions and history of Jodhpur, Maharaja Gaj Singh Sports Foundation hosted the 23rd Jodhpur Polo Season 2022 at Jodhpur Polo Ground, from 06 to 31 December 22. In the series of eight exhibition matches, Army Commander’s Polo Cup Exhibition Match 2022 was organised between Jodhpur Chargers and Marwar Knights . Lieutenant General A K …

Jaipur : Konark Corps under the aegis of Southern Command organized blood donation camps at various locations in Rajasthan on 24 December 2022. ‘Donate Blood – Save Lives’, was the theme of these blood donation camps which are part of the various other events being conducted by Southern Army in the run up to the 75th Army Day on 15 Jan …

Kanhaiya Murder Case Udaipur : The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday filed a charge sheet against 11 people, including two Pakistani nationals, in the brutal murder of tailor Kanhaiya Lal in Rajasthan’s Udaipur about six months ago, an official said. Kanhaiya Lal, 48, was killed with a cleaver inside his shop on June 28. The assailants claimed they hacked …

Jaipur :  The Indian Army expresses deepest grief on the demise of Inspector Bhairo Singh of BSF, who was a gallant soldier and fought bravely in the 1971 Indo Pak War. The braveherat was unwell for last few days and was admitted at AIIMS Jodhpur. On 22 November 22, a team of Army Doctors had visited the native village of …

Jodhpur :  In continuance of celebrations to commemorate the valour and sacrifice of bravehearts of Indian Armed Forces in 1971 Indo Pak war, Konark Corps celebrated 51st Vijay Diwas at Jodhpur Military Station by organising a mini marathon, “ Southern Star Vijay Run”. The event witnessed huge attendance of around 3500 persons that included civil and military personnel of Army, Air …

The music festival is being held in Rajasthan’s Udaipur from the 16th to the 18th of December, 2022. Udaipur : Vedanta Udaipur World Music Festival, India’s biggest world music extravaganza, kickstarted today. The 3-day festival has been conceptualized and produced by Seher and is brought to you by Rajasthan Tourism. The very first day of the festival witnessed power-packed performances …

Jodhpur : The anniversary of victory in 1971 Indo-Pak war was celebrated as Vijay Diwas at Konark War Memorial on 16 December 2022. The nation remembered to pay homage to the Bravehearts who made supreme sacrifice as also to instill a sense of pride amongst people and spread the message of solidarity with veterans. The event saw huge attendance of Senior …

Udaipur : Organized an open discussion with youth on gender and child rights at Bhupal Nobles University under the joint aegis of UNICEF, Budget Studies and Research Center Trust, Jaipur, and Bhupal Nobles College on the topic ‘Orientation of Youth on Gender and Child Rights’ for NSS Volunteers Workshop was organized. The workshop was inaugurated by the Chairperson of Bhupal …

Jaipur : 50th Regular & 34th Technical Courses of the Indian Army celebrated the Golden Jubilee of passing out of its course at IMA Dehradun on 15 Dec 2022. 50th Regular & 34th Technical Courses passed out from IMA Dehradun in December 1972, putting on the rank of 2nd Lieutenant which stands abolished now. The 50th Course had strength of 330 …

Jaipur : The anniversary of victory in 1971 Indo-Pak war will be celebrated as Vijay Diwas at Jodhpur based Konark War Memorial on 16 December 2022. The event aims to remember and pay homage to the Bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice, as also to instill a sense of pride amongst the people and spread the message of solidarity with the …

On the occasion of Energy Conservation Day, company observed No Vehicle Day for two consecutive years to reaffirm its commitment to reduce carbon emission Training session, competitions, and different sustainable activities were conducted to spread awareness around energy conservation Udaipur : To reaffirm its commitment towards reducing carbon emissions, Hindustan Zinc observed “No Vehicle Day” for the 2nd consecutive year …

Udaipur : Rajasthan Police chief Umesh Mishra has suspended two police officers following a public spat between them, officials said. The incident occurred last month in Banswara district where Prime Minister Narendra Modi had come to visit Mangarh Dham, they said. Shortly after Mr Modi left, Rajasthan Police Service (RPS) officer Vivek Singh and Inspector Shailendra Singh had a confrontation …

In the CBSE Regional Science Exhibition, 110 participants from 62 schools showed their talent on the topic ‘Technology and Toys’. The inauguration ceremony of the two-day Regional Science Exhibition for the session 2022-23, organized annually by CBSE, was concluded with great fanfare at Bhupal Nobles’ Public School. Principal Dr. Seema Naruka said that about 62 schools of the state participated …

Udaipur : In the weekly programs based on G-20 organized in the Geography Department of Bhupal Nobles’ University, model competition and extension lecture was organized on 03rd December, chief speaker was Dr. Kamal Singh Rathore, Public Relations Officer, Bhupal Nobles University. Theme of G-20 ‘One Earth One Family One Future’ and In the detail lecture presented on the topic ‘A …

The program will take place from 16th to 18th December focusing on the soulful Sarangi instrument The 6th edition of the festival will witness the performances of Papon, Raghu Dixit among others from all over the world VUWMF Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company in zinc, lead, and silver business, is bringing the 6th edition of Vedanta Udaipur …

Jaipur : HQ Recruitment Zone Jaipur is conducting recruitment rally under the Agnipath scheme in conjunction with HQ Southern Command at Rajkiya Sharirik Shiksha Mahavidhyalay Jodhpur from 28 Nov to 22 Dec 2022. Recruitment Rally Agniveer is being held for the aspirants for the districts of Jodhpur, Sirohi, Barmer, Jalore, Jaisalmer & Nagaur for cats of Agniveer GD, Agniveer Tech, Agniveer …

Jaipur : Indian Army carried out one of the largest field training exercise involving all entities of war fighting including civil agencies in the western borders of Rajasthan, validating their actions in line with the resolve of “Whole of the Nations” approach for decisive victory. The training exercise culminated on 30 Nov 2022. There were many firsts in this exercise which …

Jaipur : Exercise ‘SUDARSHAN PARHAR’ was conducted by troops of Shahbaaz Division ex Sudarshan Chakra Corps in the deserts of Rajasthan on 29 November 22. The exercise involved synergised application of offensive power supported by new technologies in an integrated all arms environment showcasing high level of professionalism and offensive spirit. Lieutenant General AK Singh, Goc-in-C, Southern Command witnessed the Exercise …

Jaipur : Army Public School, Jaipur bagged the ‘Excellence Award- 2022’ for scoring First Position in India in very large Category of Schools of AWES in Class XII CBSE Results. Lt Gen PS Shekhawat gave away the Trophy of Excellence to Mrs Gayatri Kulshreshtha, Principal Army Public School, Jaipur on 24 Nov 2022 in an award ceremony held at APS Shankar …

The recognition echoes company’s “Significant Achievement” towards business excellence Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company and India’s largest and only integrated producer of Zinc, Lead & Silver, has achieved a major milestone in its journey toward business excellence by winning the CII-EXIM Bank Award for Business Excellence 2022 in the “Platinum” category. The CII-EXIM Award is the most prestigious award …

Jaipur : South Western Command of the Indian Army conducted Integrated Fire Power Exercise, “SHATRUNASH’’ at MFFR in Thar desert of Rajasthan on 21 Nov 22. The exercise witnessed use of multifarious firing platforms in an integrated manner involving both ground & aerial manoeuvres. Various actions included insertion of troops, offensive ground actions involving comprehensive coordination incorporating contemporary technologies in a …

Honourable Prabhat Kumar, Director General, DGMS graced the event as Chief Guest The company creates history by receiving the highest participation which also includes 1st women mining engineer from CCL who is trained in rescue operations   Udaipur : India’s largest and first underground mining competition, 51st AllIndia Mines Rescue Competition concluded at Hindustan Zinc’s Rajpura Dariba Complex under the …

Jaipur : A solemn ceremony was organised by Konark Corps to commemorate 60th death anniversary of the Hero of Rezang LA Maj Shaitan Singh, Param Vir Chakra (posthumous), of 1962 Indo-China war. A wreath laying ceremony was organized at Paota Chowk, Jodhpur on 18 November 2022 by Konark Corps with full military honours. Floral tributes were paid by military officers on …

Udaipur : The mutilated body of a man was found along with that of a woman in a forest in Rajasthan’s Udaipur district on Friday, police said. The bodies were found in Umbreshwar Mahadev Jungle under Goguda police station limits, they said. Forensic experts were also called to the spot, the police added. Udaipur Superintendent of Police Vikas Sharma told reporters …

Jaipur : A new book ‘King of the Fall’, by Karunya Bisht was launched by Mrs Ravneet Bhinder, Regional President AWWA on the occasion of Children’s day at Sapta Shakti Offrs’ Institute, Jaipur. Book Launch The book is a ‘Crime Thriller’ released worldwide on Amazon. It is the second book authored by Karunya Bisht, 16-year-old young author from Army background. He …

The 5-day eventwill focus on digital interventions in rescue and recovery activities Honourable Prabhat Kumar, Director General, DGMS to grace the concluding event DGMS officials will evaluate contestants’ performances in the competition These 26 teams belong from prestigious coal companies such as Coal Subsidiaries M/s Bahart Coking Coal Limited, M/s central Coalfields Limited,M/s Eastern Caolfields Limited. M/s Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, M/s Western …

Agneepath Yojana  Jaipur : Headquarter Recruiting Zone, Jaipur has conducted three Agniveer Recruitment rallies so far in the state of Rajasthan at Bikaner, Behror and Jaipur while the fourth is ongoing at Kota. A total of 2,85,637 candidates registered for participation in these rallies. During the conduct of the rallies, a number of candidates were found to be attempting to participate …

Jaipur : The third and final day of Abhivyakti Season 2 witnessed a jam-packed Jawahar Kala Kendra; the first two days having been extremely eventful and absorbing. The day commenced with the arrival of some well known personalities. These included Femina Miss India Runner Up 2022 Miss Rubal Shekhawat and noted stand up comedian Mrs Neeti Palta. Regional President, AWWA Mrs …

Jaipur : The second day of the much-talked event, AWWA LitFest Abhivyakti Season 2 at Jaipur’s Jawahar Kala Kendra turned out to be as invigorating and engaging as the first-only with different colours and flavours for the bibliophiles and the art connoisseurs. The theme of the day was ‘Khula Aasman’ – very apt for an event which has provided an open …

Udaipur : An explosion occurred on railway tracks here on Sunday, hours before the Asarwa-Udaipur express train was supposed to pass, police said. Due to the disruption, the train has been halted at Dungarpur, a Railways spokesperson said. Superintendent of Police, Udaipur, Vikas Sharma said all angles, including sabotage, are being probed and the work to restore the tracks has started. …

Jaipur : General Manoj Pande, Chief of the Army Staff visited the Headquarters at Jaipur based South Western Command on 12 November 22. Lieutenant General AS Bhinder, General Officer Commanding in Chief, South Western Command briefed the Army Chief on operational readiness, logistics, training aspects and assistance provided to civil administration during the recent natural calamities. Army Chief addressed all …

  Jaipur : Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) Litfest ‘Abhivyakti Season 2’ was inaugurated on                          12 November at Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur by Mrs Archana Pande, President AWWA. Abhivyakti aims to showcase and promote the literary talents and artistic skills of Army wives to the world at large.             The inaugural day of the three day Lit Fest was an eventful …

Jaipur : Jaipur Military Station was adjudged the Best Green Station for the year 2021-22 amongst all the Military Stations. The award was conferred by Gen Manoj Pande, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, ADC, the Chief of the Army Staff  on 12 November  2022 during the award ceremony at New Delhi on 11th November 2022.  Best green station of the Year award was instituted …