Rajasthan
Coverage of Rajasthan in the Nexus archive.
- Leopard caught on camera storming into a store in Rajasthan, India
A leopard entered a store in Rajasthan, India, and attacked an employee, causing panic. The incident occurred in a commercial area, leading to disruption and public concern.
- Outbound portability of medical scheme benefits Rajasthan’s patients
Rajasthan patients have submitted over 5,900 claims totaling ₹17 crore for specialty treatments in Gujarat, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Delhi. These claims cover procedures like heart stent procedures, heart bypass surgery, cancer surgery, chemotherapy, dialysis, and Caesarean deliveries.
- SC sets aside death sentence in 1996 Rajasthan bus blast case, orders fresh trial
The Supreme Court of India has overturned the death sentence in a 1996 Rajasthan bus blast case, citing procedural lapses and denial of effective legal representation that compromised the fairness of the trial. A fresh trial has been ordered to ensure constitutional guarantees are met.
- Rajasthan woman Sarpanch highlights rural innovations at BRICS Ministerial Meeting
Sarpanch Neeru Yadav from Rajasthan represented India at the BRICS Ministerial Meeting as a grassroots woman representative and panelist. The event occurred under India's presidency.
- Nine women die after surgery in two Rajasthan towns in one week
Nine women died after undergoing surgery in two towns in Rajasthan within a week. The incident highlights a cluster of post-operative fatalities in the region.
- Rajasthan MoUs with 32 institutions set to promote natural, organic farming
Rajasthan has signed MoUs with 32 institutions to promote natural and organic farming. The initiative aims to advance sustainable agricultural practices through institutional collaboration.
- Rajasthan Congress takes exception to public consultations on UCC without release of draft
Rajasthan Congress has criticized public consultations on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for being conducted without releasing the draft legislation. The party argues that meaningful public feedback is impossible without access to the proposed law. A state-level high-level committee has been established to draft the legislation.
- First instalment of ₹25,863 crore under VB-GRAM G released
The first instalment of ₹25,863 crore under VB-GRAM G was released, with Uttar Pradesh receiving the highest allocation of ₹3,210.76 crore, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Tamil Nadu, while Kerala received ₹925.33 crore. Concerns about centralised planning and high technological barriers remain.
- Monsoon tracker July 5 LIVE: IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, Raigad over next three hours amid heavy rainfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai and Raigad due to heavy rainfall. In Rajasthan, three people were injured when hotel rooftop solar panels fell during a storm and heavy rain in Jaisalmer.
- India navigated one of the biggest energy crises with little burden on citizens: PM Modi in Rajasthan
PM Modi highlighted India's successful navigation of a major energy crisis with minimal citizen burden during a visit to Rajasthan. He inaugurated a refinery in Pachpadra, Balotra district, and launched multiple development projects.
- Firing at Pune businessman's office: Suspected Bishnoi gang member apprehended from Rajasthan
A suspected Bishnoi gang member, Pawan Ram, was apprehended in Rajasthan's Hanumangarh district following a firing incident at a Pune businessman's office. The arrest was made by the crime branch on July 3, 2026.
- Digital arrest scam: CBI arrests three accused after searches in Odisha and Rajasthan
The CBI arrested three individuals accused of a digital arrest scam. The accused include Bibekananda Dixit and Jayant Kumar Acharya from Balasore, Odisha, and Kanhaiya Lal from Nagaur, Rajasthan.
- Man in 'Modi mask' caught on CCTV in botched burglary at Rajasthan mobile shop
A man wearing a mask resembling Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's face was caught on CCTV attempting to burglarize a mobile shop in Rajasthan using an iron rod. The incident occurred at a shop in the state, with footage showing the suspect trying to break the lock.
- Haryana, Rajasthan sign MoU to implement 1994 Yamuna water agreement
Haryana and Rajasthan signed an MoU to implement the 1994 Yamuna water agreement. Rajasthan will receive its allocated water through an underground pipeline from the Hathini Kund barrage during monsoon months.
- Pharma distributor’s licence cancelled over Kota postpartum deaths; WHO seeks report
A pharma distributor's licence was cancelled following the deaths of five women at two hospitals in Kota, Rajasthan, after Caesarean section deliveries between May 5 and May 17. The World Health Organization has requested a report on the incident.
- Muslim bodies denounce demolitions of religious structures, seek legal relief
Muslim organizations including Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, and All India Muslim Personal Law Board have condemned the demolition of religious structures by state governments in Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, seeking legal remedies.
- Bawaria gang member arrested in Sarkar Express chain-snatching case; five absconding
A member of the Bawaria gang, Sonu, was arrested at Bapatla railway station in connection with a chain-snatching case on the Sarkar Express. Five other Rajasthan-based gang members are reported to be absconding following the June 14-15 incident.
- Gehlot questions Shah’s intent in demolition of Muslim religious sites along Rajasthan border
Gehlot accuses Amit Shah of orchestrating demolitions of Muslim religious sites near the Rajasthan border following Shah’s visit to Bikaner. He claims the actions are designed to foster political polarization and calls on the Ministry of Home Affairs to clarify the situation.
- Focus laid on tech-driven solutions for Anganwadi infrastructure in Rajasthan
Rajasthan is emphasizing tech-driven solutions to improve Anganwadi infrastructure. The Deputy CM highlighted the potential of CSR funds in modernizing these centers.
- 'Every year the heat is increasing': India learns to live with hotter summers
India is experiencing increasingly severe summers due to climate change, forcing families in Rajasthan and New Delhi to adapt to extreme heat. Herdsman Sawai Bhati Singh and farmer Bhole Shankar describe how rising temperatures are disrupting daily life, health, and livestock, with traditional cooling methods proving inadequate. Scientists attribute the longer, more intense heatwaves to climate change.
- Bus crashes into truck on highway in Vadodara, killing six, leaving 20 injured
A luxury bus traveling from Rajasthan to Surat in Gujarat collided with a truck in Vadodara, resulting in six deaths and 20 injuries, according to Vadodara District SP Sushil Agrawal.
- BJP's Satish Poonia, Alka Gurjar, Congress’ Neeraj Dangi elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan
Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar from BJP, and Neeraj Dangi from Congress, were elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Rajasthan. Rajasthan's 10 Rajya Sabha seats are equally divided between the BJP and Congress.
- 535 farmers died due to unsafe pesticide use between January 2024-2026 in Rajasthan
Between January 2024 and 2026, 535 farmers in Rajasthan died due to unsafe pesticide use. The department attributed these deaths to lack of safety measures during pesticide spraying and indiscriminate use.
- Survey in Rajasthan to scrutinise unauthorised constructions, funding in border areas
A survey in Rajasthan is being conducted to examine unauthorized constructions and funding within 15 kilometers of the international border. The initiative follows directives from Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a security review meeting in Bikaner.
- Anti-Corruption Bureau traps Rajasthan Revenue official in bribery case
A Revenue Inspector in Rajasthan's Barmer district was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a ₹18,000 bribe.