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1. Jaipur, Tuesday | October 14, 2025 RNI NUMBER: RAJENG/2019/77764 | VOL 7 | ISSUE NO. 129 | PAGES 12 | `3.00
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Israeli lawmak-
ers that Israel had done all
it could militarily and must
now pursue peace after
two years of conflict with
Hamas, Hezbollah, and
Iran. Welcomed as a hero
in the Knesset, he pledged
US support to rebuild
Gaza, urged Palestinians to
renounce violence, and
called for regional coop-
eration.
Trump will next attend
an Egypt summit with
over two dozen nations.
Lawmakers gave stand-
ing ovations, and PM Ne-
tanyahu called Trump
Israel?s greatest friend in
the White House.
Ceasefire phase one:
hostages freed, prisoners
released, aid sent, partial
Israeli pullback.
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approves Diya Kumari?s
proposal granting ad hoc
bonuses to six lakh state
employees ahead of Di-
wali. Eligible staff (pay
level L-12/grade pay Rs
4,800 & below) receive
up to Rs 6,774, 75% in
cash, 25% to GPF. Pan-
chayati Raj employees
included. Financial bur-
den: Rs 406 crore. Dear-
ness Allowance for pay
levels 5-6 and pre-revised
scales rises from 52% to
57%, providing addition-
al festive relief.
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hike for 6L staff
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The Supreme Court on
Monday declined to en-
tertain a plea seeking a
Special In-
vestigation
Team (SIT)
probe into
Congress
leader Rahul
Gandhi?s allegations of
voter list manipulation
during the 2024 Bengal-
uru Central Lok Sabha
elections. A bench of Jus-
tices Surya Kant and Joy-
malya Bagchi asked peti-
tioner Rohit Pandey to
approach the ECI for re-
dressal. Pandey alleged
systemic voter manipula-
tion, citing thousands of
invalid, duplicate entries,
claiming it undermined
lawful votes & violated
Articles 326 & 324.
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The Tamil Nadu govern-
ment on Monday revoked
Sresan Pharmaceuticals?
manufacturing licence
and ordered the company
shut after its banned
cough syrup Coldrif,
containing 48.6% toxic
Diethylene Glycol,
caused 22 child deaths in
Madhya Pradesh. Offi-
cials found over 300
critical violations, in-
cluding lapses in GMP
and GLP. Owner G Ran-
ganathan was arrested by
an MP SIT, and the En-
forcement Directorate
raided the company in a
PMLA case. Several af-
fected children are under
treatment in Nagpur. The
TN government plans in-
spections of other drug
manufacturers.
SC refuses SIT
probe on RaGa?s
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pharma firm over
cough syrup row
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criminal laws, asserts Shah
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described the im-
plementation of three new
criminal laws, Bharatiya
Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya
Nagarik Suraksha Sanhi-
ta, and Bharatiya Sakshya
Adhiniyam, as a historic
overhaul of India?s crimi-
nal justice system. Inau-
gurating an exhibition at
JECC, Sitapura in Jaipur,
he highlighted the shift
from punitive measures to
justice & transparency,
faster investigations, &
timely chargesheets. Shah
noted that e-FIRs, Zero
FIRs, & VC for accused
and experts will simplify
processes, save time, &
reduce escapes. Ra-
jasthan?s conviction rate
has already risen from
42% to 60%. The exhibi-
tion showcases victim-
centric approaches and
improved productivity.
Shah also virtually inau-
gurated Rs 4 lakh cr pro-
jects from the ?Rising Ra-
jasthan? summit, under-
scoring govt delivery. The
exhibition continues till
October 18.
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Caf? during the inaugu-
ration of Navi Mumbai
International Airport.
Spearheaded by the
Adani Group, the caf? is
the largest chain globally
run by persons with dis-
abilities. Founded by
Alina Alam, Mitti Caf?
not only provides em-
ployment but also pro-
motes empowerment,
reshaping perceptions
about disability in India.
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Adani Airports exempli-
fies corporate social re-
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clusive employment.
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Modi interacted with the
caf? team, many of whom
overcame significant per-
sonal and social chal-
lenges, expressing en-
couragement and appre-
ciation.
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was an emotional and
historic affirmation of
dignity and opportunity.
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Inflation hits 8-year
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India?s retail inflation
eased sharply to 1.54% in
September 2025, the low-
est in over eight years, as
falling food prices drove
disinflation, down from
2.07% in August. This
marks the fourth consec-
utive month of negative
food inflation, with veg-
etables, pulses, and cere-
als in deflation. Rural in-
flation fell to 1.07% and
urban to 2.04%, reflect-
ing broad-based cooling.
Economists cite seasonal
moderation in perishable
food prices and lower
global energy costs.
Headline inflation be-
low the RBI?s 2?6% com-
fort band raises expecta-
tions of another rate cut by
year-end to support
growth. Amid softer food
prices, precious metals
glittered this festive sea-
son. Gold futures hit a re-
cord Rs 1,23,977 per 10
grams on Oct 13, up over
2%, while silver jumped
4%, driven by Dhanteras
demand, US-China trade
tensions, and safe-haven
buying. Indian households
hold gold worth $3.8 tril-
lion, nearly 89% of GDP,
with prices up 62% in
2025. The festive economy
now sees benign inflation
alongside soaring bullion.
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Joel Mokyr, Philippe
Aghion, and Peter Howitt
won the Nobel Memorial
Prize in Economics for
their research on innova-
tion-driven growth and
?creative destruction,?
where new technologies
replace older ones.
Mokyr, an economic his-
torian at Northwestern
University, studied long-
term trends using histori-
cal data, while Aghion
(Coll?ge de France, LSE)
and Howitt (Brown Uni-
versity) used mathemati-
cal models to explain
sustained growth. The
committee praised their
work in quantifying self-
generating innovation.
Each laureate expressed
surprise; Aghion will in-
vest his prize in research.
The SEK 11 million
prize, split with Mokyr
getting half, includes a
gold medal and diploma.
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Cong skips RS race in
J&K; NC fields Imran Dar
Srinagar: National
Conference named
spokesperson Imran Nabi
Dar as its fourth Rajya
Sabha candidate after
Congress declined to
nominate anyone. CM
Omar Abdullah said NC
took the step as Congress
didn?t respond to its
request for a safe seat.
Elections on October 24.
Kerala High Court clears
Arundhati Roy book cover
Kochi: Kerala High Court
dismissed a PIL challeng-
ing Arundhati Roy?s book
?Mother Mary Comes To
Me? over its smoking cov-
er. The court noted the
publisher?s disclaimer and
said PILs cannot serve per-
sonal motives, directing
the petitioner to verify le-
gal provisions elsewhere.
Durgapur rape: 5 held,
Suvendu terms ?eyewash?
Kolkata: Two more arrests
were made in the alleged
gang rape of a 23-year-old
medical student in Durga-
pur, taking total accused to
five. Opposition leader Su-
vendu Adhikari alleged ev-
idence destruction and
called the arrests ?eye-
wash,? sparking political
controversy.
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Kishor?s Jan Suraaj pushes diversity in 2nd list
Patna: Prashant Kishor?s Jan Suraaj announced its sec-
ond list of 65 candidates, taking the total to 116. The list
includes 20 from reserved seats and reflects caste, class,
and community balance, reaffirming the party?s pledge
for inclusive representation across Bihar.
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News
Consumer care campaign in Rajasthan begins,
notices issued to non-compliant shops
The Consumer Affairs Department launched a
state-wide Consumer Care Campaign on the first
day of its operations, conducting surprise inspec-
tions at 97 commercial establishments across
various districts. Authorities identified deficiencies
in several businesses, resulting in fines totaling Rs
1,86,500 across 72 establishments. The campaign,
focusing on irregularities in measurement and trade
practices, will continue throughout Rajasthan from
October 13 to October 19.
Rajasthan BJP leaders to monitor Bihar
constituencies amid election preparations
Five senior Rajasthan BJP leaders have been as-
signed key roles for the upcoming Bihar elections.
Minister Avinash Gehlot will arrive in Bihar on October
14, while former state president CP Joshi, MP Damo-
dar Agrawal, and MLAs Kuldeep Dhankhar and Atul
Bhansali are already on duty. CP Joshi will manage
Darbhanga, Gehlot two assembly seats in Darbhanga,
Agrawal Parihar, Dhankhar Sahebganj, and Bhansali
Hayaghat. Their responsibilities include booth-level
strategy implementation, voter outreach.
‘Shehar Chalo’ camps
may start October 27
The state government
is considering follow-up
camps after the “Shehar
Chalo” campaign, which
ends on October 17.
The additional camps
may start from October
27 for 15 days, offering
the same concessions
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campaign. Applications
received during this pe-
riod will remain eligible
for incentives, even if
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decision is awaited from
the Chief Minister.
Jodh cricket body
loses RCA recognition
The RCA has withdrawn
recognition of the Jodh
District Cricket Associa-
tion, headed by Dhanan-
jay Singh, following a HC
directive. RCA Adhoc
Committee Convener
DD Kumawat stated that
a resolution by four as-
sociation members was
unconstitutional. Notices
have been issued to four
individuals, including an
Adhoc Committee mem-
ber, over irregularities in
hotel bookings & team
uniform procurement.
TIGER RELOCATION TO RAMGARH BEGINS
Raj to get seven tigers from MP, Maharashtra
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even tigers and
tigresses will be
brought from
Madhya Pradesh and
Maharashtra to Ramgarh
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Preparations are under-
way to bring the big cats
by October end.
The move aims to im-
prove the tiger breed in
Rajasthan. Three tigress-
es will be kept in
Ramgarh Vishdhari. In
the first phase, one ti-
gress will be brought
from Pench Tiger Re-
serve in MP.
A helipad is being
constructed at Bajalya
Grassland in Ramgarh
under the supervision of
the Air Force. Here, the
tigress will be kept in a
soft enclosure for a few
days. DFO Devendra
Singh Bhati said, “Per-
mission has been re-
ceived from NTCA.”
The move aims to
improve the tiger
breed in Raj. In the
first phase, one
tigress will be brought
from Pench Tiger
Reserve in MP. A
helipad is being
constructed at Bajalya
Grassland in Ramgarh
under the supervision
of the Air Force
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In a step towards greater
convenience and trans-
parency, the Jaipur De-
velopment Authority
(JDA) has made the en-
tire process of issuing
public notifications re-
lated to institutional land
allotments, name trans-
fers, and lease deeds
completely online.
JDA Commissioner
Anandhi said that while
earlier the draft notifica-
tions were uploaded on-
line, objections had to
be submitted offline.
“Now, notifications will
be digitally signed by
the designated officer
and issued online. Ob-
jections can also be sub-
mitted through a dedi-
cated link on the JDA
website,” she explained.
The end-to-end digital
process eliminates the
need for citizens to visit
the JDA office, signifi-
cantly reducing both time
and effort.
As part of its ongoing
efforts to simplify proce-
dures and promote trans-
parency, the JDA has
also begun issuing digi-
tally signed name trans-
fer letters and OTLCs
(Lease Release Certifi-
cates), which are sent
directly to applicants via
WhatsApp.
This initiative aligns
with the state govern-
ment’s broader digital
governance push under
the leadership of Chief
Minister Bhajan Lal
Sharma and UDH Minis-
ter Jhabbar Singh Kharra.
Two NGOs booked for defrauding job seekers
JDA shifts to fully digital workflow
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2-day tourism
conference begins
in Udpr from todayCong candidate files
nomination on day 1
2 dead, 3 hurt at Jpr-Ajmer highway
6 killed in separate road accidents in Rajasthan
First India Bureau
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A two-day National
Tourism Conference will
commence in Udaipur
from today at Hotel Mar-
riott, under the Ministry
of Tourism. The event,
aimed at promoting tour-
ism development and
inter-state cooperation,
will be attended by Union
Tourism Minister Gajen-
dra Singh Shekhawat,
MoS Suresh Gopi, Rajas-
than Deputy CM Diya
Kumari, & Lt. Governors
of various Union Territo-
ries, along with tourism
ministers from over two
dozen states. The inaugu-
ral session at 10 a.m. will
be led by Tourism Secre-
tary V. Vidyavathi.
First India Bureau
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The Election Commis-
sion has officially an-
nounced the Anta (193)
Assembly by-election.
Nomination filing began
on October 13, with
Pramod Jain (Congress)
submitting the first nomi-
nation. The last date for
nominations is October
21, excluding October
19–20 due to Diwali.
Scrutiny will be on Octo-
ber 23, and withdrawal of
nominations by October
27. Polling is scheduled
for November 11, with
counting on November
14 and the process con-
cluding by November 16.
For election monitor-
ing, nine Static Surveil-
lance Teams and nine Fly-
ing Squads have been de-
ployed. Flying Squads
will respond promptly to
complaints of violations
of the Model Code of
Conduct or other illegal
activities. The expendi-
ture monitoring mecha-
nism is actively oversee-
ing election-related
spending, and enforce-
ment efforts have so far
resulted in seizures worth
approximately Rs 35 lakh.
Surendra Soni
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A large-scale job scam
has been uncovered in
Banswara district, where
two organizations—
Wellness Foundation and
Mahi Dhara Sanstha—
allegedly duped around
700 unemployed youths
and 300 farmers. The
groups reportedly col-
lected Rs 650 per job
seeker and Rs 50 per
farmer, promising em-
ployment and agricul-
tural benefits. Victims
filed a complaint at Raj
Talab police station, ac-
cusing the organizations
of fraud after they
stopped responding to
calls.
The complainants
have urged authorities to
take strict legal action
against those responsible
and recover the money
collected from unem-
ployed youths and farm-
ers under false pretenses.
First India Bureau
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A major accident oc-
curred late on Sunday on
Ajmer Highway in which
two people died on the
spot while three were in-
jured. A trailer hit a tank-
er parked on the roadside
causing oil to be spilled
on the road. Meanwhile,
an ambulance carrying a
patient from Kishangarh
to Jaipur lost control due
to the slippery road and
collided with another
trolley parked on the
roadside.
Sub-Inspector Sher
Singh and his team
reached the spot. The
ambulance was driven
by Satish Dhamani (31)
and had five people on
board. The injured were
first taken to Bagru
Community Health Cen-
tre (CHC) by police and
later transferred to Sawai
Man Singh (SMS) Hos-
pital in Jaipur. The bod-
ies of the deceased were
kept in the mortuary. The
accident took place near
Chitaroli stand on NH-
48. Police are investigat-
ing the accident.
First India Bureau
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Winter seems to have
knocked the state’s doors
a fortnight in advance.
Twenty-one cities in the
state recorded tempera-
tures below 20 degrees
Celsius.
But this time the
mercury dropped below
20 degrees in the second
week of October itself.
The lowest temperature
was recorded at 15 de-
grees in Sikar and 15.9
degrees in Nagaur. In Jai-
pur, the mercury was re-
corded at 20.6 degrees
Celsius. Meanwhile, the
weather will remain dry
in the state for the next
one week.
There will not be much
change in the tempera-
ture in the state in the
next 48 hours.
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below 20 degrees
in 21 districts
JDA ENABLES END-TO-END ONLINE SYSTEM FOR LAND-RELATED NOTIFICATIONS
Job scam exposed: 700
youths duped in Banswara
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ROUNDUP
DAUSA POLICE TIGHTENS GRIP ON CRIME,
ARRESTS 138 DURING DISTRICT-WIDE RAIDS
SECURITY AGENCIES ON ALERT AFTER
BALLOON FROM PAK DROPS IN SHERGARH
Dausa: In a major crackdown on criminal
activities, Dausa Police arrested 138 indi-
viduals during a two-day area domination
campaign carried out
across the district. The
operation was conducted
under the supervision of
Superintendent of Police
Sagar Rana, with the
objective of reinforcing
law and order and ensur-
ing public safety. A total
of 329 police personnel, organized into 82 teams,
were deployed to conduct simultaneous raids at 331
locations. The intensive exercise focused on nabbing
suspects involved in various criminal cases and
deterring unlawful activities in the region.
Jodhpur: There was chaos and panic in the
Shergarh area of Jodhpur when a plane-
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Airlines (PIA) written on
it.According to eyewit-
nesses, the balloon alleg-
edly crossed the border
from Pakistan into India.
However, this has not yet
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agencies arrived and seized the balloon. Technical
and forensic tests are underway. Preliminary inves-
tigations suggest it may have been a prank by an
anti-social element, but the matter is being probed.
FAKE INVESTMENT APP SCAM UNCOVERED: TONK
POLICE BUSTS ` 1 CR CYBER FRAUD RACKET, 4 HELD
TWO KILLED, 2 INJURED AS CAR BURSTS INTO
FLAMES AFTER BEING HIT BY TRUCK NEAR BIKANER
CASE AGAINST SCHOOL STAFF UNDER SC/ST ACT
AFTER STUDENT FOUND INJURED IN NEEM KA THANA
STREET VENDOR
DETAINED NEAR SRI
GANGANAGAR BORDER SPEEDING CAR HITS
TWO-WHEELER, WOMAN
KILLED IN JAIPUR
ARMY MAJOR KILLED,
FOUR INJURED AS
VEHICLE OVERTURNS
Tonk Police have busted a cyber fraud racket worth
over Rs 1 crore, arresting four accused—Man-
ish Meena, Narendra Meena, Jitesh Meena, and
Dilkhush Meena—from Kot Khawda, Jaipur. Acting under
SP Rajesh Meena’s direction, the Mehandwas police found
that the gang duped people by promising to double their
investments through fake mobile app links. Cash and a
vehicle used in the scam were seized.
Bikaner: Two persons were killed after a car col-
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of Rajasthan on Monday, police said. Two persons
were injured in the accident which occurred on Bharat
Mala road near Raisar. One of the occupants of the car
was burnt alive while the other died during treatment
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Neem Ka Thana: A Class 10 student at Jawahar
Navodaya Vidyalaya in Patan, Neem Ka Thana,
was found in critical condition under suspi-
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school’s in-charge principal Poonam Khedar and staff
members Mahipal Singh and Suman Yadav on charges
including attempt to murder, destruction of evidence,
and offences under the SC/ST Act.
Sri Ganganagar: A
brief security alert
was triggered near
the India-Pakistan border
in Sri Ganganagar’s Sri-
karanpur area on Sunday
after a man was spotted
behaving suspiciously near
Radevala. Locals alerted
security agencies, who de-
tained the individual identi-
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Das from Bardhaman,
West Bengal. Das, a street
vendor selling clothes, was
found to be living in rented
accommodation in Sri
Ganganagar.
Jaipur: In a separate
hit-and-run case in
Jaipur, a speeding
car hit a young couple on
a two-wheeler killing the
woman. Prerna and Gaurav
were rushed to SMS Hos-
pital in a critical condition
where Prerna succumbed
to injuries during treatment.
The deceased’s father,
Satyadev, has registered a
complaint at Ashok Nagar
police station. Search is on
for the accused driver, who
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and four others were
injured when their vehicle
overturned near Gamnewala
village in Jaisalmer, police
said on Monday. A 33-year-
old Major, a native of Andhra
Pradesh, succumbed to his
injuries during treatment
at the Ramgarh hospital.
Four others, including a
Lieutenant Colonel, two
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NEW ROAD TO CONNECT
RAMGARH VISHDHARI
WITH PANNA ROAD
A new road will con-
nect Ramgarh Vish-
dhari National Park
with Panna Road at a cost of
Rs 150 lakh. A 20-km-long
road will be constructed
which will boost tourism.
The deadline for the work
is March 31, 2026. Mean-
while, preparations are on to
modernize Kota Biological
Park with 22 new enclosures
to be built under the master
plan at a cost of Rs 35 cr.
The construction on 20,000
square metres inside the
park will be completed by
March 31, 2026.
For election
monitoring, nine
Static Surveillance
Teams and nine Flying
Squads have been
deployed
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Gramin bank manager, middleman
held while accepting
`45,000 bribe
First India Bureau
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ACB outpost Dungarpur,
on Monday, arrested ac-
cused Abhimanyu Ku-
mar Singh, Manager, Ra-
jasthan Gramin Bank
Branch Metali, Dungar-
pur and middleman Bhu-
pendra Kumar Parmar,
Bank Mitra, while taking
a bribe of Rs 45,000.
Additional Director
General of Police, ACB
Smita Srivastava stated
that the complainant
told the ACB that his
brother and mother had
applied separately for a
loan of Rs 11 lakh from
the Rajasthan Gramin
Bank using a Kisan
Credit Card for agricul-
tural land. When the
complainant met Singh,
he demanded a bribe of
Rs 50,000 each for him-
self and the middleman.
Under the supervision
of Prahlad Singh
Krishnaiya, Deputy In-
spector General of Po-
lice, ACB Range
Udaipur and under the
direction of Ratan Singh
Rajpurohit, Deputy Su-
perintendent of Police,
ACB Dungarpur, a trap
operation was conducted
and Singh and Parmar
were arrested and inter-
rogation is underway.
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3 months on, ACB awaits prosecution sanc-
tion against Rajiv Garg in bribe trap It?s been
three months and the ACB is still awaiting
prosecution sanction against Rajiv Garg, who was
the Joint Commissioner and General Manager District
Industries Commercial Centre in Pratapgarh and was
embroiled in a bribery case. In August 2024, the ACB
trapped Garg while accepting a bribe of Rs 3 lakh.
Now, the ACB is waiting for prosecution sanction
ahead of presenting a challan. Another shocking thing
that has come to light is that the ACB could not open
Garg?s bank locker even after more than a year. The
ACB suspects black money hidden in locker. Access
to the locker could strengthen case against Garg.

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The SMS Medical College administration
is likely to issue suspension orders of its
Additional Principal Dr Manish Agarwal
after an ACB action where he was caught taking
a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. College Principal Dr Deepak
Maheshwari sent information about the trap to the
Medical Education department, which will issue the
suspension order in a day or two. However, as per
the rules, a person in police custody for 48 hours
is deemed suspended. Meanwhile, Agarwal?s bank
locker was opened on Monday and 800 grams of
gold jewellery worth around Rs 1 crore was seized.
Earlier, the ACB had found documents of property
worth crores at Dr Agarwal?s house. Doctors and
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radar and this has unsettled them. The vacant post
of Neurosurgery HOD has now been assigned to
Dr. Sanjeev Chopra.
PLOT LEASE BRIBE: ACB NABS RAJGARH REVENUE
INCHARGE RED-HANDED WHILE TAKING ` 12,000
ACB outpost Alwar I arrested Ramhet Bairwa,
incharge Revenue/Land Branch
(Assistant Staff), Municipal Cor-
poration Rajgarh, Alwar, while accepting
a bribe of Rs 12,000 on Monday. Addi-
tional Director General of Police of ACB,
Smita Srivastava said that the complain-
ant had purchased a 242 square yard
plot in the name of his wife in 2020 and
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tion in the Municipal Corporation, Rajgarh to get the lease
of the plot. But the corporation did not issue a lease and he
then met Bairwa, who demanded a bribe to get the work
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conducted to arrest Bairwa.
Life?s outcomes depend
on hard work: Shekhawat
Laxman Raghav
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Reacting to former leader
of opposition Rajendra
Rathore?s comments on
politics, likening it to a
game of snakes and lad-
ders, Union Minister for
Tourism Gajendra Singh
Shekhawat on Monday
said that Rathore?s inten-
tion has been misinter-
preted. During his visit to
Bikaner, Shekhawat told
First India that life?s out-
comes depend on many
factors ? one?s hard work,
past deeds, and more.
On the issue of
Gauchar land, Shekha-
wat said cows and graz-
ing land are matters of
deep faith, especially for
the majority population
in western Rajasthan.
?I have a personal con-
nection with Nathaniya
Gauchar. Even former
minister Devi Singh Bha-
ti led a major movement
on this.? Reacting to con-
cerns over the mutation
of Gauchar land follow-
ing an assurance by for-
mer CM Vasundhara
Raje, Shekhawat termed
it ?a mere coincidence.?
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& Subhash Trivedi
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BJP state president Madan
Rathore?s wife, Usha
Rathore, fell seriously ill,
needing urgent medical
attention and prompting
Rathore to rush to Pali.
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma
arranged a helicopter for
Rathore, ensuring he
reached Pali in time fol-
lowing his participation in
a program with Union
HM Amit Shah. Cabinet
Minister Jogaram Patel
accompanied him.
Madan Rathore and Pa-
tel proceeded to Bangar
Hospital, where Usha
Rathore was admitted.
Doctors at the hospital
provided updates on her
condition, and arrange-
ments were made to trans-
fer her to Jodhpur AIIMS.
Later Usha Rathore was
airlifted from Pali to
Jaipur and brought to
SMS Hospital.
Ajmer road clover
leaf to open ahead
of Diwali, work
nears completionGST raids on firecracker
traders in four major citiesFirst India Bureau
-DLSXU
The NHAI?s Ajmer Road
Clover Leaf will open
ahead of Diwali as the
work is almost complete.
This will reduce acci-
dents and traffic jams and
travel on the ring road
will be safer and easier.
RO Pradeep Atri and Pro-
ject Director Ajay Arya
have been monitoring its
work. The road will con-
nect Ajmer Road - Tonk
Road and Tonk Road -
Agra Road. Preparations
are on to start traffic
movement on Ajmer
Road Clover Leaf on a
trial basis. Ajmer Road
and Tonk Road Clover
Leaf are being construct-
ed at a cost of Rs 107
crore. The Ajmer Road
Clover Leaf to open this
week and the Tonk Road
Clover Leaf will take
some more time.
Vimal Kothari
-DLSXU
GST raids have been con-
ducted on firecracker
traders. The action took
place across four major
cities of Rajasthan ?
Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kis-
hangarh, and Hindaun by
teams from the Commer-
cial Tax Department?s
SGST wing. Goods, sus-
picious records, and elec-
tronic devices were seized
during the raids. The op-
eration was part of efforts
to curb tax evasion amid
increased goods move-
ment during the festive
season. Officials stated
that such actions will con-
tinue to ensure effective
control over tax evasion.
Send deputation staff to their
parent departments: State govt
Dr Rituraj Sharma
-DLSXU
The Rajasthan govern-
ment has directed that all
officials and employees
working on deputation in
the state secretariat be
relieved and sent back to
their parent departments.
A circular issued by the
Department of Personnel
(DoP) said that only
those employees who are
posted against sanctioned
positions should remain
in the Secretariat.
The move comes fol-
lowing a media report by
First India highlighting
irregularities in staff de-
ployment. Working effi-
ciency and departmental
discipline were being
impacted due to excess
deputation staff.
Notably, 584 new
clerks have recently been
appointed in secretariat.
However, despite this,
many deputation staff
continue to occupy key
sections which creates
not only space con-
straints but also function-
al redundancies.
Arun Chaturvedi
receives Rajasthan
Ratna Award 2025
Awarding Excellence
First India Bureau
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Chairman of the Ra-
jasthan State Finance
Commission Arun
Chaturvedi was con-
ferred with the prestig-
ious Rajasthan Ratna
Award 2025 at a grand
ceremony in Dubai.
The award was pre-
sented in recognition
of his significant con-
tributions to social ser-
vice, public welfare
and the overall devel-
opment of Rajasthan.
The award was con-
ferred during the Di-
wali Utsav 2025, joint-
ly organised by Ra-
jasthan Business and
Professional Group
(RBPG) Dubai and the
Rajasthan Foundation
Dubai Chapter.
Two other members
of the Rajasthani dias-
pora were honoured
with the Pravasi Sam-
man Award 2025.
Vasu Shroff, who has
been supporting the Ra-
jasthani community in
Dubai for over 75 years,
and Ankur Agrawal,
Chartered Accountant
and owner of BNW De-
velopers, received the
award for their out-
standing contributions.
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Several officers and
clerks are serving in
departments other
than their parent
departments in
secretariat
HC allows six
Pvt schools to
remain open
during Diwali
First India Bureau
-DLSXU
High Court has
granted relief to pri-
vate schools regard-
ing the Diwali holi-
day, allowing six
major schools in the
capital to remain
open during the festi-
val period. The court
directed the state ed-
ucation department
not to take any puni-
tive action against
the petitioning
schools and issued
notices to the depart-
ment seeking a for-
mal response. The
order ensures that the
six schools can con-
tinue academic ac-
tivities without the
risk of penalties
while the matter is
under judicial con-
sideration, providing
temporary relief to
school managements
amid festival period.
Speaker?s Diwali Gift
Devnani promotes 22
secretariat officers
First India Bureau
-DLSXU
Rajasthan Legislative
Assembly Speaker Vas-
udev Devanani has
awarded a golden Diwali
gift to 22 officers and
employees of the Assem-
bly Secretariat by pro-
moting them, recogniz-
ing their contribution to
the institution.
Devanani congratu-
lated the promoted offic-
ers and staff, emphasiz-
ing that the Assembly
Secretariat functions as
the backbone of the leg-
islature, with officers
and employees demon-
strating dedication, dis-
cipline, and commitment
in their work. He ex-
pressed confidence that
the newly promoted of-
ficials would carry out
their duties with greater
energy and responsibili-
ty. Devanani also high-
lighted that the Secre-
tariat operates like a fam-
ily, where every mem-
ber?s contribution is vital
to the smooth function-
ing of the Assembly.
Upon his arrival at the
Assembly on Monday,
ministers, legislators, and
Assembly officers and
staff welcomed Devana-
ni, presenting him with
bouquets, floral garlands,
a traditional safa, dupat-
ta, and shawl. Devanani
inquired about the well-
being of all Assembly
employees. He had re-
turned on Sunday after
representing Rajasthan at
the 68th Commonwealth
Parliamentary Confer-
ence in Barbados.
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n a major boost
to the ?Har Ghar
Swadeshi,
Ghar-Ghar Swadeshi?
campaign, the Khadi and
Village Industries Com-
mission (KVIC) distrib-
uted 554 machines and
toolkits to 390 trained
artisans at a special event
held in Bikaner.
The distribution was
carried out under the
Gramin Udyog Vikas Yo-
jana at Daga Palace,
Gangashahar, in the pres-
ence of Union Minister
for Law and Justice and
Bikaner MP Arjun Ram
Meghwal and KVIC
Chairman Manoj Kumar.
Meghwal said Khadi is
no longer just a traditional
fabric but a vital part of
the Atmanirbhar Bharat
mission. ?When we wear
Khadi, we are not just
wearing clothes, we are
embracing the spirit of
self-reliance and pride in
Indian-made products,? the
minister said.
KVIC Chairman
Manoj Kumar said the
Commission is taking the
Prime Minister?s vision
of ?Ghar-Ghar Swadeshi?
forward by equipping ru-
ral artisans with modern
tools, enhancing produc-
tivity, and promoting
self-employment in vil-
lages. He said that 178
Khadi institutions are
currently active in Ra-
jasthan, providing em-
ployment to over 37,200
artisans. MLAs Jethanand
Vyas, Tarachand Saras-
wat and other leaders also
attended the programme.
Meanwhile, Arjun
Ram Meghwal inaugu-
rated the Urban Commu-
nity Health Centre at
Mukta Prasad Nagar in
Bikaner, stating that good
health is the foundation of
a happy life. Speaking at
the inauguration, Meghwal
said a healthy body nur-
tures a healthy mind. He
said that the central and
state govt are working ex-
tensively to improve both
healthcare and education.?
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4. he recent at-
tacks and
counter at-
tacks in mid-
dle east have
triggered newer concerns
not only just globally but
specifically in the Indian
diaspora. While it has put
New Delhi on a watchful
alert it has also diluted the
faith of the Gulf Coopera-
tion Council on the United
States? dependability on
border security, cybersecu-
rity, and counter terrorism.
Of late, India?s biggest
concern has been Saudi
Crown Prince and Paki-
stani Prime Minister sign-
ing a Strategic Mutual De-
fence Agreement in Ri-
yadh. The defence pact
said that ?An attack by any
country on either of the
countries in the agreement,
will be considered an ag-
gression against both,? &
emphasising strengthening
a joint deterrence against
any aggression.
Though, since 1970s, Pa-
kistan has provided security
support, to the extent of
training and deploying
troops in Saudi Arabia in
return of financial assis-
tance to support its crum-
bling economy, this pact
provides for a Pakistani nu-
clear umbrella deterrence
and protection to Saudi Ara-
bia in times of need and
Saudi Army and its ruler
standing by the side of Pa-
kistan with all its might.
Islamabad feels it has
emboldened its position
especially at a time when
Indo - Pak relations are on
a low ebb and the tension
prevails after Operation
Sindoor. The pact?s collec-
tive defence clause, pro-
vides a new Phillip to al-
ready complicated dimen-
sions between the two rival
neighbours. While histori-
cally Saudi Arabia has
never intervened militarily
in Indo - Pak conflicts, the
language of the agreement
does raise concerns that
Pakistan may be mischie-
vous enough to complicate
India?s response to future
acts of terrorism originat-
ing from Pakistan.
As a keen observer of
strategic and geo ? political
affairs, I apprehend that the
pact may destabilise the
strategic metrics in com-
plex Asian region. The
Doha attack tremors do not
just stop here, the tsunami
of fear amongst Muslim
countries was evident
when leaders of 40 Muslim
countries huddled up in an
emergency meeting at
Doha on 15th September to
brain storm a Muslim
Army called ?Muslim
Nato? or Arab Military Al-
liance. The summit was
also attended by Pakistan-
the only nuclear state in
Muslim world, Turky ?
technologically most ad-
vanced in military hard-
ware and Egypt- the coun-
try with largest army
amongst all Arab countries.
So, in my opinion, the
following concerns need to
be weighed in New Delhi?s
foreign policy to take a bal-
anced posture to hold posi-
tion as the leader in the re-
gion. Firstly, to establish
that our relations with
Saudi leader remain on an
even keel to ensure that not
only the trade volume of
approximately 45 billion
US $ between the two
countries improve but also
that over 3 billion $ Saudi
investment in India further
grows. Though, the visit of
our PM Mr Modi to Riyadh
in April 25 had turned the
ties more robust than ever
before, this pact with Paki-
stan has raised lingering
doubts in case of any future
misadventure of terrorism
by Pakistan in our country.
Secondly, yes, the Saudi
Arabia is committed to
safeguarding its relation-
ship with India. Despite
this, the defence pact has
the potential to complicate
India?s doctrine of punitive
deterrence against Paki-
stan without the risk of
drawing in Saudi Arabia.
Thirdly and finally,
should Islamic Military
Alliance come through, In-
dia has to guard its inter-
ests of approximately 162
billion US $ worth of trade
with the six GCC coun-
tries. Specially, as over
3000 corporate houses
work in these countries
with business worth hun-
dreds of billion dollars.
Our close ties with Is-
rael further complicate this
picture. New Delhi relies
on Israel for import of en-
ergy, agricultural and de-
fence technology. Despite
maintaining a balanced
perspective to the current
Palestine-Israel conflict,
we are seen as aligned with
Israel in the eyes of Islam-
ic bloc. India has to study
the implications of these
developments for safe
guarding its national secu-
rity and economic interests
to project itself as a strong
regional power for global
stability.
To safeguard Indian in-
terest and to strike a bal-
ance of power, Indian lead-
ership has struck a signifi-
cant diplomatic win by
facilitating visit of Af-
ghanistan?s foreign minis-
ter, Amir Khan Muttaki of
Taliban govt. Probably the
Taliban govt has realized
the timely financial assis-
tance of India over decades
in re building its nation and
New Delhi?s resolve
against terrorism of which
Afghanistan has also been
a victim. Though, it is yet
to be seen how and to what
extent this alliance benefits
the national interests of
both the countries and the
pan Asian politics.
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THE AUTHOR ARE PERSONAL
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Despite maintaining a balanced perspective to the
current Palestine-Israel conflict, we are seen as
aligned with Israel in the eyes of Islamic bloc. India
has to study the implications of these developments
for safe guarding its national security and
economic interests to project itself as a strong
regional power for global stability
IN-DEPTH
MAMATA SHIFTS
BLAME FROM
RAPISTS TO VICTIM
est Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Baner-
jee?s remark on the rape of an MBBS student
in Paschim Bardhaman is deeply insensitive
and troubling. By questioning why the victim was
allowed to step out of her college at 12.30 a.m.,
Mamata shifted the focus from the perpetrators to the
victim ? a mindset that perpetuates victim-blaming.
Her earlier advice to women doctors not to take night
shifts, after the RG Kar Medical College rape case,
revealed a similar attitude.
It is not for women to stay confined within their
homes; it is for governments to ensure that every
street, campus, and workplace is safe at all hours.
When leaders suggest otherwise, they erode women?s
right to freedom and equality. Safety cannot be con-
ditional on the clock. India?s women work night
shifts, travel late, and study hard to achieve their
dreams. They deserve protection, not prejudice.
Mamata and every Chief Minister must remember
? freedom without safety is hollow, and blaming
victims is not leadership.
W
HOSTAGES FREED,
NOW IS TIME FOR PEACE
n what could be a decisive turning point in
the long and brutal conflict between Israel
and Hamas, the release of all surviving hos-
tages marks a long-awaited moment of relief. For
months, families of the captives had lived in an-
guish, while Gaza reeled under relentless bombard-
ment and Israel mourned its own losses. The an-
nouncement that all surviving hostages are free ?
with the tragic acknowledgement that some did not
live to see liberation ? brings a degree of closure,
though not complete healing.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?s ex-
pression of gratitude to US President Donald Trump
for standing firmly with Israel during the war under-
scores the political and diplomatic dimensions of this
conflict. ?His name
will be carved in the
legacy of Israel,? the
Israeli Prime Minis-
ter said in an address
to Knesset, where
Trump was also pre-
sent. Yet, even as Ne-
tanyahu thanks al-
lies, his own words
? that it is now
?time for peace? ?
deserve to be taken
seriously. After years
of cyclical violence,
both Israelis and Pal-
estinians are exhaust-
ed, and the interna-
tional community is
desperate for a sustainable peace framework.
The challenge now lies in translating this moment
into meaningful dialogue. Israel must recognise that
military victories cannot guarantee long-term secu-
rity, just as Hamas must realise that violence and
hostage-taking only deepen Palestinian suffering.
The human and moral costs have been staggering on
both sides.
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see beyond vengeance. If this release can serve as
the first step toward reconciliation and reconstruc-
tion, it might yet redeem the unbearable suffering of
this war. The time for peace must truly begin now.
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recognise that
military victories
cannot guarantee
long-term security,
just as Hamas must
realise that violence
and hostage-taking
only deepen
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Indian cities emerging as engines of growth: PM Modi
Agencies
1HZ'HOKL
Prime Minister Narendra
Modi on Monday praised
union Minister Hardeep
Puri?s insightful analysis
highlighting India?s dis-
tinctive growth path in a
world where many devel-
oped nations are turning
inward. The Prime Min-
ister spotlighted India?s
emphasis on scale, skill
development, and self-
reliance as key drivers
propelling the country to
become a global growth
powerhouse.
In a message posted
on X, the Prime Minister
stated, ?While many de-
veloped countries are
retreating into protec-
tionism, India is moving
forward with bold re-
forms, digital innova-
tion, and a dynamic,
youthful workforce.? He
added that these ele-
ments are crucial in posi-
tioning India as ?the
world?s growth engine.?
Minister Puri?s write-
up underscores the criti-
cal role of India?s struc-
tural reforms and techno-
logical progress in build-
ing economic resilience
and promoting inclusive
development. It also
highlights India?s demo-
graphic dividend?a vast
pool of skilled young tal-
ent fueling continuous
innovation and sustained
economic expansion.
This vision aligns
closely with the govern-
ment?s Atmanirbhar
Bharat initiative, which
aims to boost domestic
capabilities while inte-
grating with global mar-
kets. Amid growing eco-
nomic uncertainties
worldwide, India?s focus
on leveraging scale and
skills offers a robust mod-
el for sustainable growth.
By endorsing Puri?s
perspective, PM Modi
reaffirmed the govern-
ment?s dedication to
transformative policies
that foster job creation,
empower technology
sectors, and strengthen
India?s standing as a
leading force in the glob-
al economy.
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AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Nar-
endra Modi on Monday to personally invite him
to two key upcoming State events, the ?Super
GST, Super Savings? programme in Kurnool and the
CII Partnership Summit 2025 in Visakhapatnam on No-
vember 14-15. The government of Andhra Pradesh will
sign an agreement with Google on Tuesday to develop
a one gigawatt (Gw) hyperscale data centre campus in
Visakhapatnam, advancing a near $10 billion investment
that anchors ?AI City Vizag?. This will be one of the larg-
est such projects for Google in Asia, which will see the
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Ex-Akali leader Cheema
joins BJP in Chandigarh
Agencies
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Former Shiromani Akali
Dal (SAD) leader Jagdeep
Singh Cheema joined the
BJP in the presence of
Haryana CM Nayab Sin-
gh Saini on Monday.
Cheema is the son of
former Punjab minister
Randhir Singh Cheema.
He unsuccessfully con-
tested assembly elections
from Amloh in 2012 and
Fatehgarh Sahib in 2022
on a SAD ticket. Union
minister Ravneet Singh
Bittu & Punjab BJP work-
ing president Ashwani
Sharma too attended Chee-
ma?s joining ceremony.
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Former IAS Gopinathan
joins Cong, slams BJP govtBJP to fight all
117 assembly
seats in Punjab
in 2027: Bittu
Agencies
&KDQGLJDUK
Union Minister Ravneet
Singh Bittu on Monday
said the BJP will fight all
117 assem-
bly seats in
the 2027
Punjab As-
sembly
polls, virtu-
ally ruling out the possi-
bility of an alliance with
the Shiromani Akali Dal.
Replying to a question
whether the BJP will
again go for an alliance
with the Shiromani Akali
Dal (SAD), Bittu said his
party?s stand is clear that
it is preparing to fight all
117 assembly seats in
Punjab during the 2027
assembly polls. ?We are
preparing for the 117 as-
sembly seats,? he said.
PTI
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Former IAS officer Kan-
nan Gopinathan, who quit
the services in 2019 over
?denial of freedom of ex-
pression? to the people of
Jammu and Kashmir,
joined the Congress on
Monday and said he real-
ised that only the grand old
party can take the country
in the right direction.
Gopinathan joined the
party in the presence of
Congress general secre-
tary K C Venugopal,
AICC media and public-
ity department head
Pawan Khera, and party
leaders Kanhaiya Kumar,
Jignesh Mewani and IAS
officer-turned-politician
Sasikanth Senthil.
?One of the brave bu-
reaucrats who has a pas-
sion towards the down-
trodden and marginalised
people of the country and
who has always fought
for justice and unity: this
is what defines Gopina-
than ji,? Venugopal said.
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NC names
4th candidate
for RS polls
Agencies
6ULQDJDU
The National Conference
on Monday named party
spokesperson Imran Nabi
Dar as it?s fourth candi-
date for the Rajya Sabha
polls in J&K after the
Congress, which is part
of the ruling alliance, de-
clined to nominate any-
one. Biennial elections to
fill the seats, lying vacant
since 2021, will be held
on October 24.
?JKNC state spokes-
person @ImranNDar will
be the official party nom-
inee for the 4th Rajya
Sabha seat,? the post said.
OVER G20 MINISTERIAL MEETING ON DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
Mishra outlines India?s collaborative meteorological architecture
n the first day of
the G20 Minis-
terial Meeting
on Disaster Risk Reduc-
tion (DRR), Dr P. K.
Mishra, Principal Secre-
tary to the Prime Minis-
ter, represented India at
two high-level events:
?Solidarity and Resil-
ience: Advancing DRR in
International Collabora-
tion and Solidarity for
Early Warning Systems?
and ?Bridging Technical
Innovation and Political
Leadership for Scaling
DRR Investment.?
At the session on Soli-
darity and Resilience, Dr.
Mishra emphasized that
early warning systems
were not technological
luxuries but strategic in-
vestments in resilience.
He outlined India?s multi-
agency architecture inte-
grating meteorological,
hydrological, seismic,
and oceanographic insti-
tutions through a Com-
mon Alert Protocol?com-
pliant Integrated Alert
System, which had al-
ready issued over 109 bil-
lion alerts. He urged the
G20 to strengthen inter-
operable regional plat-
forms, shared data proto-
cols, and joint capacity-
building initiatives under
the global Early Warnings
for All framework. India,
he said, viewed early
warning as a global public
good; inclusive, multilin-
gual, and anticipatory.
In the event on Financ-
ing DRR, Mishra detailed
India?s five-pillar financ-
ing strategy aligned with
Principles 2 and 4 of the
G20 Voluntary High-Lev-
el Principles. He described
India?s constitutionally
anchored model under the
Finance Commission,
which ensured a multi-
year, rules-based DRR al-
locations, decentralised
funding to the states and
local bodies, and evidence-
based prioritisation
through a national Disas-
ter Risk Index. Highlight-
ing India?s shift from a
relief-centric to a risk-in-
formed paradigm, he
showcased innovative lo-
cal-level mechanisms;
dedicated mitigation
funds, hazard-specific
programmes, and commu-
nity-based preparedness
through Aapda Mitra vol-
unteers that embed resil-
ience directly into public
finance and governance.
Mishra also reaffirmed
India?s commitment to
translate the Voluntary
High-Level Principles
into action through inno-
vation, inclusive financ-
ing, and international
solidarity, ensuring that
resilience becomes the
shared language of sus-
tainable development.
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BIHAR ASSEMBLY POLLS
JD(U), BJP hold talks on seat swaps,
may give up seats to smaller allies
PTI
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Having struck a seat-shar-
ing deal, leaders of the
JD(U) and the BJP sat
across the table here on
Monday to thrash out,
among other things, con-
stituencies they planned to
swap or give up in favour
of smaller allies in Bihar.
Both parties have de-
cided to contest 101 seats
each in the polls to the
243-strong assembly, a
little less than they had
fought five years ago,
leaving 29 for Union min-
ister Chirag Paswan?s
Lok Janshakti Party (Ram
Vilas) and six each for
Rashtriya Lok Morcha of
Rajya Sabha MP Upendra
Kushwaha and Hindusta-
ni Awam Morcha founded
by former chief minister,
and now a Union minis-
ter, Jitan Ram Manjhi.
After the meeting that
took place at the residence
of JD(U) working presi-
dent Sanjay Kumar Jha,
state minister and senior
BJP leader Nitin Nabin
downplayed the outbursts
of Manjhi, who has been
feeling ?undervalued? by
getting far fewer seats
than Paswan, and as many
as Kushwaha, even
though unlike the HAM
which has four MLAs, the
LJP(RV) and RLM have
no representation in the
outgoing assembly.
?All is well and all con-
stituents are now busy fi-
nalising candidates so that
they could file their nom-
ination papers at the earli-
est,? asserted Nabin.
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Union Home Minister
Amit Shah will visit poll-
bound Bihar on a three-
day tour from October
16, state BJP president
Dilip Jaiswal said on
Monday. Jaiswal said
Shah will stay in the state
till October 18, a period
during which filing of
nomination papers and
campaign is likely to pick
up momentum.
?By tomorrow, hope-
fully, candidates for all
five constituents of the
NDA will be announced.
Over the course of the
next four days, filing of
nomination papers will
be complete for all the
243 seats in the state as-
sembly,? he said.
Jaiswal said several
top BJP leaders, includ-
ing chief ministers of
about a dozen states and
Union ministers, are like-
ly to visit the state to
?boost the morale of the
NDA candidates? at the
time of filing of nomina-
tion papers.
?PM Modi will also be
holding rallies in the state.
Union Home Minister
Amit Shah is also sched-
uled to visit Bihar on Oc-
tober 16 and stay till Oc-
tober 18. Details of his
programme will be known
in due course,? he said.
MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS ON BIHAR POLLSTEJASHWI MEETS
CONG LEADERS OVER
SEAT-SHARING
New Delhi: RJD
leader and former
Bihar deputy
CM Tejashwi Yadav met
senior Congress leaders
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rangement. Sources said
Yadav met Congress gen-
eral secretary, Organisa-
tion, K C Venugopal and
the party?s in-charge for
Bihar, Krishna Allavaru,
here. He was expected to
meet Congress president
Mallikarjun Kharge, but it
did not materialise.
l The BJP in Bihar on Monday inducted two rebel leaders
of the INDIA bloc who had won the last assembly polls
on tickets of RJD and Congress, but had been sitting
with members of the NDA inside the assembly after
JD(U) of CM Nitish Kumar joined it in 2024.
l The Jan Suraaj Party on Monday announced its
second list of candidates for 65 constituencies, but
kept under wraps its choice for the Raghopur seat
from where its founder Prashant Kishor is expected
to take on RJD?s Tejashwi Yadav.
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will contest the Bihar elections from Mahua as his
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6. PRADHAN INAUGURATES SCHOOL HACKATHON
Over 3 lakh schools register for Viksit Bharat Buildathon
Agencies
New Delhi
ver three lakh
schools across
the country par-
ticipated simultaneously
in the Viksit Bharat Buil-
dathon (VBB) 2025 on
Monday, which the offi-
cials described as the
largest synchronized in-
novation hackathon in
India?s history.
The nationwide initia-
tive, launched by the min-
istry of education in col-
laboration with the Atal
Innovation Mission, aims
to turn school classrooms
into hubs of creativity
and problem-solving.
The Buildathon, open to
students from Classes VI
to XII, encourages them
to ideate, design, and de-
velop prototypes under
four broad themes. Over
one crore students from
2.5 lakh schools were
mobilised for the day-
long event, which fea-
tured a 120-minute live
innovation challenge
where teams of 3?5 stu-
dents brainstormed and
created working models.
Union education minis-
ter Dharmendra Pradhan
at the inauguration called
it ?not just a competition
but a movement to en-
courage innovation.? He
said: ?The innovative
ideas germinated here
will pave the way for
global models and solu-
tions to domestic chal-
lenges.? More than 150
schools from remote and
aspirational districts also
presented their ideas
through live ?School
Spotlights?, connecting
frontier regions to India?s
innovation grid.
Pradhan visited Delhi
Public School, Mathura
Road, and PM SHRI
Kendriya Vidyalaya No.
2, Delhi Cantt, to interact
with students and teach-
ers, observing projects
that ranged from eco-
friendly farming systems
to AI-powered traffic
management. ?Your curi-
osity and creativity are
the true engines of an At-
manirbhar Bharat,? he
told the young innova-
tors, urging them to ?stay
inquisitive and fearless.?
Sanjay Kumar, secre-
tary, department of
school education , said
the initiative is ?a learn-
ing revolution? that will
?strengthen the innova-
tive mindset of stu-
dents.? The Buildathon
was launched on Sep-
tember 23 and will cul-
minate with the an-
nouncement of winners
in December 2025.
Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates the ?Viksit
Bharat Buildathon?, a nationwide initiative to engage students
to develop innovative ideas that address real-life challenges.
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PTI
Valsad (Gujarat)
Union Minister Ashwini
Vaishnaw on Monday
said the Indian Railways
remained neglected for
over five decades, but
now it is undergoing total
transformation under the
NDA government.
The Minister for Rail-
ways also announced
that recruitment for RPF
personnel will now be
conducted every year,
instead of every four to
five years.
?For 50-60 years, the
Railways remained ne-
glected in the country.
Today, the Railways is
undergoing a total trans-
formation. In the past 11
years, nearly 35,000 kil-
ometres of tracks have
been laid. This is unprec-
edented in the history of
Railways. As a result,
more trains are running
today,? Vaishnaw said.
He informed that
1,300 stations are cur-
rently undergoing rede-
velopment. Of these, 110
stations have been inau-
gurated after the comple-
tion of work, while work
on the remaining stations
is underway.
?Around 60,000 kilo-
metres of tracks have
been electrified. When
people around the world
look at these enormous
achievements of the Rail-
ways, they are aston-
ished, as even prosperous
countries have not been
able to achieve such elec-
trification in such a short
time,? said the minister.
?Income stopped?: Gopi wants to
quit politics, may return to films
Agencies
New Delhi
Citing financial crunch,
Union Minister Suresh
Gopi has expressed his
desire to step away from
politics and return to his
acting career. The actor-
turned politician was
speaking at an event in
Kerala?s Kannur when he
said that his income had
significantly tanked since
he took up the ministerial
role, says news agency.
?I really want to con-
tinue acting. I need to
earn more; my income
has now stopped com-
pletely,? he said.
Gopi proposed the
name of Rajya Sabha MP
Sadanandan Master to be
appointed in his place as
Union Minister adding
that he is the youngest
member in his party.
?I have never prayed
for becoming a minister.
A day before the elec-
tions, I told reporters that
I do not want to become
a minister, I want to con-
tinue with my cinema?
?I took membership of
the party in October 2008
... it was the first MP cho-
sen by people and the
party felt they needed to
make me the minister,?
said the Union Minister
of State for Petroleum
and Natural Gas and the
Minister of Tourism.
Gopi is the BJP?s first-
ever Lok Sabha MP from
Kerala and a longtime ac-
tor in the Malayalam film
industry. He made the
remarks after inaugurat-
ing the MP office of Ra-
jya Sabha MP C Sadan-
andan Master.
Railways neglected for 50 years,
now being revamped: Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Suresh Gopi
Vimal Kothari
New Delhi
Following the Central
Board of Direct Taxes
(CBDT)?s decision to ex-
tend the deadline for filing
tax audit reports by one
month, the Gujarat High
Court?s two-judge bench
has ordered a correspond-
ing one-month extension
for the filing of audited
income tax returns.
In its order, the divi-
sion bench observed that
the deadlines under Sec-
tions 44AB and 139(1) of
the Income Tax Act ?
pertaining to the submis-
sion of the tax audit re-
port and the filing of the
audited income tax re-
turn, respectively - are
interconnected. The
bench stated that it was
illogical to extend the
deadline for the tax audit
report without providing
a similar extension for the
filing of the audited re-
turn. The court also ques-
tioned the authority of the
CBDT to alter one dead-
line while leaving the
other unchanged, noting
that the one-month gap
between the two dates
was intentionally provid-
ed to allow taxpayers ad-
equate time to file their
returns after the comple-
tion of the audit report.
The case originated
from a petition filed by
the IT Bar Association of
Gujarat, which highlight-
ed the inconsistency be-
tween the two deadlines.
PTI
Chandigarh
The BSF on Monday re-
covered two AK-47 as-
sault rifles and ammuni-
tion from an area near the
India-Pakistan border in
Punjab?s Tarn Taran dis-
trict. Besides two rifles,
the border security force
troops also recovered two
magazines, one pistol and
live rounds, said a BSF
official. ?Today, in the
morning hours, based on
precise observation of
technical surveillance
grid established on bor-
der and corroboration by
physical monitoring by
troops deployed on duty,
the BSF troops acting
swiftly seized a big cache
of deadly weapons ahead
of the border fence adja-
cent to village Mehdipur
in district Tarn Taran,?
said the official. The
weapons have been hand-
ed over to the Punjab Po-
lice?s State Special Op-
eration Cell for further
investigation.
Guj HC directs CBDT
to extend ITR due date
Two AK-47 rifles seized
from Tarn Taran?s border
IMD: Heavy rainfall
in South till Oct 18
Agencies
New Delhi
The IMD has predicted
widespread rainfall and
thunderstorms across
southern states, includ-
ing Kerala, Tamil Nadu,
Karnataka, Andhra
Pradesh, and Telangana,
till October 18.
The weather depart-
ment?s All India Weather
Forecast and Warning
Bulletin said that light to
moderate rainfall with
isolated heavy spells will
continue in these regions
during the week. The
southwest monsoon with-
drawal process is under-
way in most parts of cen-
tral and eastern India.
The department has ad-
vised residents to plan
their travel accordingly
due to the prevailing
weather conditions.
PTI
Kolkata
The Opposition BJP on
Monday launched a six-
day sit-in at Durgapur in
West Bengal?s Paschim
Bardhaman district to
protest the alleged gang
rape of a medical student
of a private college in the
industrial city.
The dharna was
launched by Leader of the
Opposition in the state as-
sembly, Suvendu Adhi-
kari, in the City Centre
area. Launching a sharp
attack from the protest
stage, Adhikari said, ?We
failed to protect our sister
from Odisha and the CM
of this state asks women
to figure out their own
protection.?
He alleged that one of
the arrested accused is a
TMC worker. Adhikari
accused the police of ob-
structing the agitation,
including the erection of
the stage, and said the
stir would continue for
six days.
Earlier in the day,
Adhikari met the father
of the rape survivor and
expressed support and
solidarity. The BJP leader
subsequently brought
him to the protest stage.
A Rapid metro train moves amid low visibility on a hazy morning, in Gurugram, Haryana, Monday.
BJP begins 6-day dharna over
student?s gang rape in BengalCongress workers being detained by police during a protest over the alleged rape of a medical student in West Bengal?s Durgapur and ?vote theft?, in Kolkata, Monday.
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BJP ACCUSES MAMATA OF ?VICTIM SHAMING?
OVER HER REMARKS ON DURGAPUR GANGRAPE
BENGAL GOVERNOR SAYS STERN ACTION MUST
TO AVOID RECURRENCE OF SUCH INCIDENTS
The BJP on Monday launched a fresh attack on
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
for asking female boarders not to go out at night
following the alleged gangrape of a medical student, ac-
cusing her of indulging in ?victim shaming? and demand-
ing justice for the survivor. In the wake of the alleged
gangrape of a student studying at a private medical col-
lege in Durgapur on Friday night, Banerjee said female
boarders, especially those from outside the state, should
follow hostel rules and not venture out late at night.
West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on
Monday expressed concern over the alleged
gang rape of a medical student in Durgapur,
terming the incident ?very shocking,? and said that
stern action must be taken to avoid recurrence of such
incidents. Bose said that he had already sought details
about the incident and those responsible would face
strict action. ?This is a very shocking incident and it is
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Hamas released all 20 re-
maining living hostages
on Monday as part of a
ceasefire pausing two
years of war that pumme-
led the Gaza Strip, killing
tens of thousands of Pal-
estinians. The releases
came as President Don-
ald Trump was in Israel
to celebrate the US-bro-
kered ceasefire and hos-
tage deal between Israel
and Hamas, an agree-
ment that he declared
had effectively ended the
war and opened the door
to building a durable
peace in the Middle East.
Under the deal, Israel
released over 1,900 Pal-
estinian prisoners and is
to allow a surge of food
and aid supplies into fam-
ine-stricken Gaza. Trump
will discuss the US-pro-
posed deal and postwar
plans with other leaders
in Egypt later Monday.
The bodies of 60 Pal-
estinians were recovered
in Gaza Gaza?s Health
Ministry says the bodies
of 60 Palestinians have
been recovered from un-
der the rubble of de-
stroyed buildings and
brought to hospitals in
the last 24 hours.
That brought the num-
ber of recovered bodies
to 200 since the ceasefire
took effect and Israeli
troops pulled back from
some parts of Gaza.
arli - a tiny trib-
al village in
Pindwara tehsil
of Sirohi district about
423 kms away from
Jaipur - the capital of Ra-
jasthan state, is invisible
to the outside world.
Few people visit this
village of about two
thousand inhabitants.
What chance would a
young child of ten years
have who is blinded at
birth have in a village
like Varli? What hope?
What future?
While other children
ran through it?s dusty
lanes, chasing birds and
animals, Guddu stayed at
home. His world was con-
fined to familiar voices,
the touch of his mother?s
hand, and the company of
a cow, who, like him, was
confined to his yard.
Varli had no school
for children with special
needs, nor did the nearby
villages. His disability
became an invisible
wall, keeping him away
from the world of books,
friendships, and learning
that every child de-
serves. Guddu?s family
struggled to provide
even the basics. His fa-
ther worked as a daily
laborer, and his mother
managed the household
with little to spare.
The disability pension,
though small, was his
lifeline. His entire family
waited for the end of the
month to supplement
their income.But when it
suddenly stopped com-
ing, the family sank fur-
ther into unspeakable
hardship. Months passed,
they waited, but no help
came. Guddu, already
burdened with isolation,
now carried the weight of
financial uncertainty too.
A ray of hope arrived,
one day - in the form of a
government initiative.
The state had begun to
organize Gramin Seva
Shivirs - a rural service
camp?a kind of door-
step service to address
grievances, offer welfare
services, and reach those
living in remote corners.
Guddu?s father ,in hope to
restart his pension,brought
him to the camp.
At the camp, Guddu?s
case was carefully looked
into by the Collector her-
self who happened to
visit the functioning of the
camp that day. She direct-
ed the officials to do need-
ful on the spot . It was
discovered that a biomet-
ric mismatch was the rea-
son why his disability
pension had been blocked.
For months, something
as simple as a verification
by Block development of-
ficer had stood between
Guddu and the small sup-
port he was entitled to.
Within hours, the offi-
cials resolved the prob-
lem and his pension was
immediately restored,
bringing smile to on the
face of the blind boy.
Discussions at the
Gramin Shivir revealed
that there was no school
for special-needs chil-
dren in the vicinity. When
Guddu expressed his de-
sire to attend school like
other children and ex-
plore the world, the Col-
lector was touched by his
enthusiasm and the ex-
pectations on his face.
His childhood, she re-
alized, was slipping away
in the shadows of neglect,
not out of choice, but be-
cause of a lack of oppor-
tunity. She knew some-
thing had to be done.
Suddenly, the unre-
markable village where
government offficials
had gathered for a routine
exercise became a place
of possibility.
With help from a local
NGO, arrangements were
swiftly made over a few
phone calls to admit Gud-
du into a special school
with a hostel for children
with special needs. The
NGO, offering free educa-
tion, care, and training,
would now provide Gud-
du not just academic les-
sons, but also the opportu-
nity to grow, socialize,
and dream. His family
was overwhelmed by the
news. For the first time,
they could envision a fu-
ture where their blind son
wasn?t limited by his dis-
ability. Guddu could now
learn, play with others,
and gradually build confi-
dence to live with dignity.
In Guddu?s future lies the
future of India.
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Trump visits Israel to promote
hoped-for Middle East peace
Agencies
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President Donald Trump
arrived in Israel on Mon-
day to celebrate the US-
brokered ceasefire and
hostage deal between Is-
rael and Hamas, an
agreement that he de-
clared had effectively
ended the war and opened
the door to building a du-
rable peace in the Middle
East.
As he disembarked
from Air Force One, a
convoy of vehicles car-
ried into Israel the first
hostages released by Ha-
mas as part of the deal.
Israeli President Isaac
Herzog and Prime Minis-
ter Benjamin Netanyahu
greeted Trump on the tar-
mac as a military band
played. In Hostages
Square in Tel Aviv, the
site of continuous dem-
onstrations during two
years of war, the crowd
cheered for Trump.
The moment remains
fragile, with Israel and
Hamas still in the early
stages of implementing
the first phase of the plan
intended to end the con-
flict that began on Oct. 7,
2023, when Hamas-led
militants.
The first phase of the
ceasefire agreement calls
for the release of the final
48 hostages held by Ha-
mas; the release of hun-
dreds of Palestinian pris-
oners held by Israel; a
surge of humanitarian aid
to Gaza; and a partial
pullback by Israeli forces
from Gaza?s main cities.
With families over-
joyed at the impending
reunions, the US presi-
dent thinks there is a nar-
row window to reshape
the region and reset the
long-frayed relations be-
tween Israel and its Arab
neighbours.
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Israel releases prisoners
China urges restraint, dialogue amid clashes
15 Army officers detained for
crimes under Hasina regime
Agencies
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In a rare move, 15 Army
officers have been de-
tained over alleged seri-
ous crimes linked to the
ousted Former PM
Sheikh Hasina regime.
Arrest warrants were is-
sued by the Internation-
al Crimes Tribunal for
25 officers in cases tied
to protests that led to
her government?s fall in
August 2024. The offic-
ers are currently in mil-
itary custody. Chief
Prosecutor Mohammad
Tajul Islam has called
for their trial. In total,
28 people, including
former PM Hasina and
23 current and former
army officers, have
been formally charged
by the prosecution.
Chinese coast guard rams into Philippine vessel
Agencies
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Chinese coast guard
ships used powerful wa-
ter cannons on Sunday
and rammed and slightly
damaged an anchored
Philippine government
vessel off an island in-
habited by Filipinos in
the disputed South China
Sea, the Philippine coast
guard said.
There were no injuries
among Filipino crewmen
of the BRP Datu Pag-
buaya, part of the fisher-
ies fleet that provides
support to Filipino fish-
ermen. The Chinese
coast guard targeted Pag-
buaya off the Philippines-
occupied Thitu island in
the latest flare-up of the
long-simmering territo-
rial disputes involving
Manila, Beijing and four
other governments.
Two other Philippine
fisheries vessels were
hit with water cannons
in Sunday?s faceoff at
least 1.6 nautical miles
(nearly 3 kilometres)
from Thitu island.
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Choudhary
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FOR GAZA PEACE
Sharm El Sheikh
(Egypt): The US and
Egyptian presidents
are chairing a gathering
of world leaders dubbed
?Summit for Peace? on
Monday to support ending
the more than two-year
Israel-Hamas war in Gaza
after a breakthrough cease-
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TRUMP: I MAY SEND
UKRAINE TOMAHAWKS
Jerusalem: Presi-
dent Donald Trump
on Sunday warned
Russia that he may send
Ukraine long-range Toma-
hawk missiles if Moscow
doesn't settle its war there
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return of all living Israeli hos-
tages ,sraeOi P0 1etan\ahX
pledged Monday that he is
jFoPPitted to this SeaFew
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OF LIVING HOSTAGES HELD IN GAZA
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China urges Pakistan & Afghanistan
to peacefully end ongoing conflict
PTf
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China on Monday urged
Pakistan and Afghanistan
to exercise restraint and
resolve their mutual con-
cerns through dialogue
and consultations, after
dozens of soldiers from
both sides were killed in
intense clashes along the
border between the two
neighbours.
Recently, conflicts
have occurred between
Pakistan and Afghani-
stan, leading to tense re-
lations, which we are
deeply concerned about,
Chinese Foreign Minis-
try spokesman Lin Jian
told a media briefing,
commenting on the con-
flict between the two
countries during the
weekend.
?China sincerely hopes
that both sides will focus
on the broader picture,
remain calm and re-
strained, adhere to re-
solving mutual concerns
through dialogue and
consultation, avoid esca-
lating conflicts, and
jointly maintain peace
and stability in both
countries and the re-
gion,? he said.
The Pakistan Army
said on Sunday that at
least 23 of its soldiers and
over 200 Taliban and af-
filiated terrorists were
killed in intense over-
night clashes along bor-
der as tensions escalated
between two neighbours.
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BUT CLAIMS US TRULY
AIMS TO HELP CHINA
President Donald
Trump said Sunday
the United States
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hXrt it, striNing a FonFiOiator\
tone days after threaten-
ing an additionaO Ser
cent tariff on the world's
seFondOargest eFonoP\
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Friday as well as his threat
to cancel a meeting with Xi
later this month sent Wall
Street stocks tumbling into
negative territory as trad-
ers worried the trade war
between Washington and
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he would impose the extra
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response to what he called
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ended, and signs of another
are already appearing.
Taliban-
Pakistan
on the
verge of
war

8. First India Bureau
Jaipur
In a major boost to the
state?s dairy sector, Rs 364
crore has been transferred
directly to the accounts of
five lakh dairy farmers
across Rajasthan under the
Chief Minister?s Dugdh
Sambal Scheme. The dis-
tribution, covering seven
months of assistance, was
carried out through Direct
Benefit Transfer (DBT) in
the presence of Home
Minister Amit Shah.
The scheme benefits
dairy farmers associated
with 24 district dairy co-
operatives, providing
them with financial sup-
port to strengthen their
livelihoods. Farmers
linked to Jaipur Dairy re-
ceived the highest amount,
totalling Rs 139.79 crore.
The Scheme aims to
provide timely financial
assistance to dairy produc-
ers, ensuring support for
milk production and re-
lated livelihoods.
First India Bureau
New Delhi
Lok Sabha Speaker Om
Birla addressed members
of the Hotel Federation
of Rajasthan, Kota Divi-
sion, at the Parliament
House Complex on Mon-
day. Commending the as-
sociation?s efforts to pro-
mote tourism in the Ha-
doti region, Birla empha-
sised that India?s un-
matched geographical,
cultural, linguistic, and
religious diversity offers
vast opportunities for
tourism to flourish.
Speaking about the
Hadoti region?compris-
ing Kota, Bundi, Jhala-
war, and Baran?Birla
said Rajasthan holds a
special place in India?s
tourism map. He noted
that the region?s rich her-
itage, vibrant culture, and
natural beauty, along
with tiger reserves and
wildlife sanctuaries like
Ranthambore and Muku-
ndra, attract large num-
bers of tourists and boost
the local economy. He
also highlighted the
Chambal Riverfront in
Kota, calling it one of the
best in the world.
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Patience teaches us to understand, and
from understanding, forgiveness is born.

Dr
JAGdEESH CHANdRA, CMD & Editor-in-Chief
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
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TO GRACE THE EVENT AS CHIEF GUEST
First India Bureau
Udaipur
he stage is set
for Mewar
Gaurav Sam-
man ? Season 4, an ini-
tiative by First India
News to honour out-
standing personalities
and institutions contrib-
uting to the growth and
glory of the Mewar re-
gion. The prestigious fe-
licitation ceremony will
be held on Tuesday, Oc-
tober 14, at 3 PM at the
Darbar Hall, Taj Fateh
Prakash Palace, Udaipur.
The event will be
graced by the Governor
of Punjab and Adminis-
trator of Chandigarh, Gu-
lab Chand Kataria, as the
Chief Guest.
Among the distin-
guished guests attending
the ceremony are CP
Joshi, Chittorgarh MP;
Dr. Mannlal Rawat,
Udaipur MP; Chunni Lal
Garasiya Rajya Sabha
MP; Dr Lakshyaraj Sin-
gh Mewar, Trustee, Ma-
harana Mewar Charitable
Foundation, Udaipur;
Tarachand Jain, MLA
Udaipur; Phool Singh
Meena, MLA, Udaipur
Rural; Pragya Kewal-
ramani, Divisional Com-
missioner Udaipur;
Gaurav Shrivastava, IG
Udaipur Range; Profes-
sor SS Sarangdevot, Vice
Chancellor Janardan Rai
Nagar Rajasthan Vidyap-
eeth University; Namit
Mehta, Udaipur District
Collector; Yogesh Goyal,
Police Commissioner,
Udaipur, and Fateh Singh
Rathore, President,
Udaipur City District
Congress Committee.
The event is an initia-
tive of Dr. Jagdeesh
Chandra, CMD and Edi-
tor-in-Chief, First India
News, and Pawan Arora,
CEO and Managing Edi-
tor, First India News.
The Mewar Gaurav
Samman recognises indi-
viduals and organisations
that have made signifi-
cant contributions in
fields such as public ser-
vice, business, education,
art, culture and commu-
nity development.
The fourth edition of
Mewar Gaurav Samman
promises to be a grand
celebration of excel-
lence, honouring those
who continue to make
Mewar proud through
their achievements and
contributions to society.
Fourth edition of First India News? ?Mewar
Gaurav Samman? to be held today in Udaipur
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Gulab Chand Kataria
Devp projects worth `9,300 cr for Raj
Om Birla highlights tourism
potential of Hadoti region
`364 cr transferred to 5 lakh
farmers under Dairy Scheme
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Union Home Minister
Amit Shah inaugurated
and laid the foundation
stones for development
projects worth over Rs
9,300 crore at the Jaipur
Exhibition and Conven-
tion Centre (JECC) in Si-
tapura on Monday, in the
presence of Chief Minis-
ter Bhajanlal Sharma.
Shah was in Jaipur to
inaugurate the six-day
state-level exhibition on
new criminal laws titled
?Nav Vidhan ? Naya
Pehchaan of Justice?.
During the event, Shah
also performed the
groundbreaking of proj-
ects worth Rs 4 lakh
crore under the Rising
Rajasthan Global Invest-
ment Summit 2024.
As part of the pro-
gramme, Shah oversaw
the distribution of Rs 240
crore for school uniforms
to nearly 40 lakh stu-
dents. He also launched
the registration for the
150-unit free electricity
scheme and released the
Viksit Rajasthan?2047
Work Plan, outlining the
vision for the state?s
long-term growth and de-
velopment.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Union Home Minister
Amit Shah on Monday
inaugurated a grand ex-
hibition titled ?Nav Vid-
han: Nyay Ki Nai
Pehchaan? (New Iden-
tity of Justice) at the
Jaipur Exhibition and
Convention Centre
(JECC) in Sitapura. The
exhibition is based on
the newly implemented
criminal laws aimed at
transforming India?s
justice system.
The Union Home
Minister also praised the
state government under
Chief Minister Bhajan
Lal Sharma for its suc-
cess in implementing
projects from the Rising
Rajasthan Global Invest-
ment Summit.
He further noted that
since the implementa-
tion of the new criminal
laws, Rajasthan?s con-
viction rate has increased
from 42 per cent to 60
per cent within a year,
and the state aims to
raise it to 90 per cent.
Shah reviewed the ex-
hibition in detail, ob-
served live demonstra-
tions of judicial process-
es, and commended the
initiative. Chief Minister
Bhajanlal Sharma and
Acting Chief Justice of
the Rajasthan High
Court Sanjeev Prakash
Sharma were also pres-
ent on the occasion.
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programme, at JECC, in Sitapura, on Monday.
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zBhilwara was second with
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9. JAIPUR, TUESDAY | OCTOBER 14, 2025
Glamour | Fashion | Bollywood | Hollywood | Lifestyle
VIBRANT FOLK RHYTHMS!
he 28 Lokarang Festival, organised
by Jawahar Kala Kendra, celebrated
its seventh day with traditional Rajasthani
folk songs, continuing until October 17
with artists nationwide. P12
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aiyaara star Aneet Padda made a stun-
ning debut as a showstopper for Tarun
Tahiliani at the 2025 Lakme Fashion
Week Grand Finale. She looked ethe-
real in a gold bejewelled saree, adorned with
Swarovski crystals, exuding timeless Indian el-
egance. Her glam makeup and soft beachy waves
complemented the ensemble, making her a vision
for photographers and fans alike.
While a few viewers noted her ramp walk had
room for refinement, Aneet Padda’s radiant smile,
graceful presence, and stunning outfit stole the
show, making her Lakme Fashion Week debut a
memorable and highly admired moment.
Aneet, who debuted alongside Ahaan Panday
in Mohit Suri’s movie Saiyaara, continues to im-
press audiences. Rumours also suggest she may
have replaced Kiara Advani in Maddock Horror
Comedy Universe’s upcoming project, Shakti
Shalini, keeping fans eager for her next cinemat-
ic venture. Experts noted that despite minor cri-
tiques, Aneet’s confi-
dence, elegance, and
ability to carry high-
fashion ensembles
effortlessly indi-
cate a bright fu-
ture in both fash-
ion and films. In-
dustry insiders
anticipate that An-
eet’s unique charm
and growing versa-
tility could soon
make her a house-
hold name.
riti Sanon, actor,
entrepreneur, pro-
ducer, and UNF-
PA India’s Honor-
ary Ambassador
for Gender Equality, is set to
make a global impact as a key-
note speaker at the World Health
Summit in Berlin. She will join
world leaders, policymakers,
and experts for a critical discus-
sion titled Women’s Health-
Global Wealth: Catalysing Re-
turns on Bold Investments, fo-
cusing on how strategic invest-
ment in women’s health drives
not only social good but eco-
nomic growth and stronger com-
munities worldwide.
Kriti’s participation highlights
her growing influence beyond
Bollywood. Known for her pow-
erhouse performances on screen,
she is now shaping conversations
as a global advocate for women’s
health and empowerment. As
UNFPA India’s Honorary Am-
bassador, she has championed
initiatives around gender equali-
ty, raising awareness and inspir-
ing actionable change.
By representing India on this
prestigious platform, Kriti sets a
benchmark for Indian celebrities
leveraging their visibility for
meaningful global causes. Her
presence reinforces the impor-
tance of inclusive, forward-
thinking dialogues around wom-
en’s health, positioning her as a
changemaker bridging entertain-
ment, entrepreneurship, and so-
cial advocacy. Kriti’s journey
exemplifies how vision, determi-
nation, and purpose can translate
into worldwide impact, proving
her influence extends far beyond
the silver screen.
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Ramp Diva
DEBUT
n a heartfelt and
surprising mo-
ment on Bigg
Boss 19’s Week-
end Ka Vaar, Salman Khan
addressed his past misunder-
standing with singer Arijit
Singh, revealing that the two
are now close friends. The
episode, a blend of laughter,
nostalgia, and candid con-
fessions, offered fans
both entertainment
and an emotional
revelation.
Comedian Ravi
Gupta, the special
guest, lightened
the mood with his
playful banter.
Upon meeting Salman, Ravi
joked, “I was a little nervous
about meeting you,” to
which Salman asked why.
Ravi replied, “Because I
look like Arijit Singh,” leav-
ing everyone in splits.
Amid the laughter, Salman
surprised audiences by shar-
ing, “Arijit aur main bahut
acche dost hai. Jo misunder-
standing thi, meri side se thi.
Uske baad usne gaane bhi
kiye mere liye. Tiger me
kiya tha, ab Galwan me
kar raha hai.” He admit-
ted the earlier rift was
his responsibility and
highlighted Arijit’s con-
tinued support through
his songs, from
Tiger to the upcoming Gal-
wan.
The reconciliation was
further solidified when Arijit
lent his voice to Le Ke Prab-
hu Ka Naam from Tiger 3
(2023), a gesture fans cele-
brated as a clear sign of their
restored camaraderie. The
candid confession marked a
memorable moment on the
show, proving that even
long-standing industry dif-
ferences can be resolved
with honesty, humility, and
friendship. Fans praised Sal-
man’s openness, expressing
hope that more celebrities
follow his example, embrac-
ing forgiveness and strength-
ening bonds.
Warm Reunion
ollywood’s
first Diwali
2025 bash
turned into a
dazzling fashion affair
as Gen-Z stars redefined
festive glam at Manish
Malhotra’s star-studded
celebration. The evening
radiated opulence, with
the new-age divas blend-
ing tradition and trend
with effortless charm.
Ananya Panday set
hearts racing in a golden
bralette-style blouse en-
crusted with rhine-
stones, paired with a
high-waisted fish-cut
skirt and a soft beige
dupatta. Her shim-
mery makeup and
sleek hairstyle added a
touch of diva elegance.
Suhana Khan, mean-
while, exuded royal
charm in a purple se-
quined saree edged
with golden lace, paired
with a bralette blouse
and cinched with a waist
belt, giving a modern
twist to the classic drape.
Sara Ali Khan opted
for a regal orange silk
lehenga with intricate
golden embroidery,
completing her look with
an organza dupatta, pot-
li bag, and glass bangles
that celebrated ethnic
grace. Shanaya Kapoor
sparkled in a silver off-
shoulder bralette and
maxi skirt combo, while
Khushi Kapoor stunned
in a rose-pink saree with
delicate silver embellish-
ments and a sleek bun
that screamed elegance.
From bralettes to se-
quins, the Gen-Z bri-
gade proved that festive
fashion can be bold,
beautiful, and brilliantly
experimental.
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10. Your Page
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From Heritage Lanes
tep into Jaipur’s
old city, and it is
like tumbling
into a kaleido-
scope with pas-
tel palaces, storied bazaars, and
the scent of masala chai drifting
through the air. For ages, this
Pink City’s been famous for its
textile wizardry and those mar-
kets that make you wish you
had brought a bigger suitcase.
But plot twist: Jaipur’s not just
about haggling for beautiful
fabric anymore. It’s become the
ultimate wedding HQ, where
you can shop, plan, and even
throw the bash of a lifetime, all
within a few auto-rickshaw
rides. If you are even thinking
about a wedding, the Pink City
is basically the mothership.
HERITAGE WEAVES: THE
SOUL OF THE CITY
Let’s talk tradition, because
Jaipur wears it loud and proud.
The real heart-thumper here?
Those jaw-dropping weaves —
Chanderi that feels like a cloud,
Kota that’s light as air, Band-
hani tie-dyes that pop, and
hand-blocked silks so intricate
they are basically wearable art.
People don’t just come here for
shopping; they come on a pil-
grimage. These fabrics tell sto-
ries, and you can feel the his-
tory in every thread. They are
timeless, but somehow, they
never feel dusty. Brides and
grooms still want that touch of
grandma’s elegance, just with a
little more swagger.
DESIGNER STUDIOS:
TRADITION GETS A
GLOW-UP
Jaipur has gracefully accepted
the trends and is not a city stuck
in a sepia-toned flashback. The
new breed of designer studios
is flipping the script. Visualise
this: classic fabrics, but cut into
sharp new silhouettes, dipped
in dreamy pastels, or even
jazzed up with a dash of bling.
These spots have the kind of
buzz that makes even fashion
cynics raise an eyebrow. Influ-
encers, fashion bloggers, and
those “I-just-threw-this-on”
types come hunting for outfits
that are equal parts tradition
and Instagram-worthy. Hon-
estly, the mix of old-school
craft and new-school cool is
what puts Jaipur on the style
map.
SHOPPING IS LIKE A
TREASURE MAZE
The city’s layout is a blessing
for shopaholics: you can hop
from a centuries-old bazaar to
a designer boutique or a hidden
den without missing a beat (or
a bargain). Need to kit out your
cousins for the mehendi, find a
sherwani that will make your
uncle jealous, or hunt down
those gotta-have accessories?
Jaipur’s got your back. And the
best part? It is all woven into
the city itself. You get to live
the experience, soaking up the
colours, the chaos, the sheer
joy of it all.
WEDDINGS IN PALACES:
WHY NOT FEEL LIKE
ROYALTY?
Also, let’s be honest - Jaipur re-
ally flexes. After you have
shopped till you’ve dropped,
the city rolls out the red carpet
for your big day. Palaces, forts,
heritage mansions, they are not
just for postcards. They are
wedding venues. Enter your
reception like a maharani,
dream of a mandap under an-
cient arches, and so much
more. Families come
here, do a wed-
ding shop-
ping spree,
and lock
down a venue that
is perfect for the
wedding. It is like
a complete pack-
age deal.
TRADITION
MEETS TREND:
THE SECRET
SAUCE
The real magic?
Jaipur’s the one
place where you
don’t have to choose
between old and
new. You can snag
a saree with a centu-
ries-old pattern, then
pair it with a blouse that
wouldn’t look out of place
in Milan. And the venues?
They are just as versatile, ready
for both classic rituals and
trendy dance-offs. It is a city
that brings you contemporary
culture.
PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
The Pink City is where you
build your whole wedding sto-
ry. You curate your outfits, pick
your dreamy venue, and soak
up a city that knows how to
throw a celebration. Every
street, every market, every pal-
ace pulses with possibilities.
Tradition and trendiness, chaos
and calm, bargains and bling—
Jaipur’s got it all, tied up with
a hot pink bow.
Palak
Aggarwal
Copywriter and
Journalist
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the creative labels Eakia
& Orab in association
with Floros, hosted a
grand Diwali Party at the
vibrant Silly Rabbit Kafé,
Jaipur, recently. The even
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ing turned into a spectacu-
lar celebration of fashion,
food and festivity, mark
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ing the perfect start to the
city?s Diwali season.
The hosts Manven and
Raviraj extended a warm
welcome to all their
guests, creating an at
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mosphere of joy, togeth-
erness and glamour. The
event saw an eclectic mix
of Jaipur?s cr?me de la
cr?me, including Fashion
Connect brand ambassa
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dor Rishee Miglani,
prominent fashion entre
-
preneurs, artists, food
bloggers and socialites,
all dressed in resplendent
traditional Indian attire
that beautifully mirrored
the festive mood.
The evening was made
even more memorable by
live music from talented
singer Amit, followed by
an enthralling perfor
-
mance by renowned In-
dian playback folk singer
Swaroop Khan, whose
rendition of the iconic
?Tharki Chokro? from
PK captivated the crowd.
Super Singer Plus Ra
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jasthan finalist Tushar
Modi also added to the
charm with his soulful
melodies.
The Silly Rabbit Kafé
set the tone for grandeur
with its lavish décor, de
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lectable multi-cuisine
spread and signature
cocktails that delighted
every guest. Laughter,
music and the aroma of
festive delicacies filled
the air as everyone re
-
joiced in the spirit of Di-
wali.
Expressing their heart
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felt gratitude, Manven and
Raviraj thanked all guests
for making the evening
truly unforgettable, cele
-
brating the festival of
lights with warmth, love
and style.
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TOUR FOR SENIOR CITIZENS!
POETRY ANTHOLOGY LAUNCHEDCULINARY STARS UNITEDEVOTION & EMPOWERMENT
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GUV KATARIA B?DAY CELEBRATIONS
Cultural Festivity Unfolds
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Festival, organ-
ised by Jawahar
Kala Kendra,
witnessed its
seventh day on Monday,
showcasing Rajasthan?s rich
folk heritage. Traditional Ra-
jasthani folk songs filled the
Madhyavarti Auditorium,
while the festival continues
until October 17, featuring art-
ists from across India.
The evening began with Lan-
ga singing by Bundu Khan and
a troupe from Barmer, perform-
ing songs like ?Aayo Re Heli?
with Sindhi Sarangi and Khad-
tal, along with Barati reception
and Mayra songs. Artists from
Maharashtra performed Sangi
Mukhawate, while Rajasthani
youth presented Chari Dance,
balancing pots to ?Main To
Nachba Ne Aayi Sa?. Gujarat
artists performed Talwar Ras,
and the Mayur Dance celebrat-
ed the arrival of the monsoon.
Rajasthan?s Suryavardhan Sin-
gh showcased Bhawai, while
Kishanlal and troupe performed
vibrant Dhol-Thali dances.
Bharuch-Ratanpur artists pre-
sented Siddi Dhamal, and Hary-
ana performers concluded with
Ghoomar to ?Nandi Ke Bira?.
At Shilpgram, visitors ex-
plored the National Handi-
crafts Fair and enjoyed folk
performances including Bal-
am Chhoto So, Ravan Hatha
Vadan, Kachchi Ghodi, Magic
Show, Pad Dangal, Kathak,
Bhawai, and more, alongside
folk songs by Sahil Jeenawat
and Fakira Khan Bishala Man-
ganiyar group.
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ding celebration
of Vedant
Mishra, son of
Anita & Nikhil Mishra, who
tied the knot with Nehal Jain,
daughter of Abha & Prashant
Jain, was joyously celebrated
at Emerald Lawn & Ball-
room, DoubleTree by Hilton,
Kukas, Jaipur, on Sunday.
The ceremony was graced
by PCC Chief Govind Singh
Dotasra, who personally
blessed the couple, wishing
them a lifetime of love, hap-
piness, and togetherness.
Notable personalities, in-
cluding Sushma Arora, Retd
RTDC MD; Dr Rajesh Arora;
Kuldeep Singh Chandela,
Senior Vice President of
FHTR; Mahipal Singh of the
First India Family; Neeraj
Mahrishi, GM Hilton; Morar
Singh Jadawat; Rohit Walter,
and Niranjan Arya, joined the
celebrations and extended
their heartfelt blessings to the
newlyweds, Nehal & Vedant.
Family, friends, and close
relatives, including Alak-
shendra Mishra, Siddhant
Mishra, and Abhijeet Mishra,
celebrated the occasion with
love, blessings, and heartfelt
congratulations, making the
wedding a truly memorable
and joyous affair for all.
A Royal
Celebration
Vedant and Nehal?s Grand Wedding
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tival Fair, or-
ganised by
Regius Wings
Events Pvt Ltd in collabo-
ration with Dainik
Bhaskar, is set to illumi-
nate Badal Mahal Ground,
Dungarpur, from October
to November 2. The major
highlight of the celebra-
tion will be the Fans? Fa-
vourite Award Show, pre-
sented by the We Wagad
Association and HAL
Group, scheduled for Oc-
tober 14. The grand event,
led by Pankaj Joshi (PJ),
Divya Upadhyay, Roshni
Barot, Lokesh Khinchi
Wagad, and KD Khinchi
Wagad, will feature Dance
Deewane fame Roshni
Barot, along with electri-
fying Bollywood Nights
by DJs Ronny and Axarr.
Visitors can look forward
to Garba, Punjabi, and
Comedy Nights, a Mer-
maid Live Show, Kavi
Sammelan, and a vibrant
shopping and food zone.
The award show will hon-
our artists based entirely
on public votes, marking
a remarkable milestone
for Wagad.
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