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hief Minister
Bhajan Lal
Sharma ex-
pressed determination to
implement the MoUs
signed, turning ‘Aapno
Agrani Rajasthan’into re-
ality swiftly. The ceremo-
ny at CMO marked agree-
ments worth Rs 1.60 lakh
crore for energy projects,
transmission systems, and
state development. Five
MoUs and a PPAbetween
state power corporations
and central undertakings
aim to generate 31,825
MW. REC and the Fi-
nance department inked
an MoU for a Rs 20,000
crore infrastructure loan.
Union Coal and Mines
Minister Pralhad Joshi,
addressing the pro-
gramme virtually, said
that at present coal is be-
ing produced in abun-
dance in the country and
we will soon achieve the
historic target of produc-
ing one billion tonnes of
coal. “For the first time in
the country, potash min-
ing is being planned in
Rajasthan. The auction
process of two mine
blocks situated in Hanu-
mangarh and Bikaner has
been started. In the future
Rajasthan will continue
to get all possible support
from the Coal Ministry.”
At the event, Union En-
ergy Minister Rajkumar
Singh said that with these
MoUs, Rajasthan will be-
come self-reliant in the
energy sector and will
move forward on the path
of development. P8
Jaipur, Monday | March 11, 2024
ACHARYA PRAMOD KRISHNAM
TEARS INTO CONGRESS PARTY
Acharya Pramod Krishnam on Sun-
day slammed Rahul Gandhi’s ‘Modi
Ki Guarantee’ remarks, blaming him
for mass exodus of Congress leaders.
BJP MP FROM HISAR BRIJENDRA
SINGH JOINS CONGRESS PARTY
BJP’s Lok Sabha MP from Hisar Bri-
jendra Singh joined the Congress on
Sunday hours after quitting the BJP
due to “compelling political reasons.”
LALU’S AIDE SUBHASH YADAV
HELD IN SAND MINING CASE
The ED has arrested Subhash Yadav,
a close aide of RJD chief Lalu Yadav,
in a money laundering case linked to
the illegal sand mining case in Bihar.
ASIF ALI ZARDARI SWORN IN AS
PAKISTAN’S 14th PRESIDENT
Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday took oath
as Pakistan’s 14th President, a day
after he was overwhelmingly elected
as the next head of state.
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INSAANHAI,”SAYSPM
l Prime Minister says recent development
projects are not election gimmicks
l PM says those doing politics of casteism
appeasement are having sleepless nights
First India Bureau
Azamgarh
PM Narendra Modi on
Sunday attacked the Op-
position and said the all-
round development taking
place in the country is giv-
ingsleeplessnightstothose
indulging in politics of
casteismandappeasement.
Highlighting recently
inaugurated projects, the
PM said, “This is not an
election season tactic.
The old mindset often
links development with
elections, but we are
breaking that pattern.”
PM Modi said, “The
foundation stones laid in
2019 were not for elec-
tions.You can see that we
have inaugurated them
too. ‘Modi doosri mitti ka
insaan hai’ - the projects
initiated during my tenure
are not symbolic gestures
but a genuine commit-
ment to progress.” P6
PM Narendra Modi visits an exhibition with Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, State Deputy CM
Keshav Prasad Maurya and BJP State Chief Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary during the inauguration
and foundation stone-laying of several development projects, in Azamgarh on Sunday. ANI
1,000DRONEDIDISTO
GETDRONESTODAY
PM Modi will
hand over
drones to 1,000
Namo Drone Didis at
the IARI, New Delhi on
Monday. Namo Drone
Didis from 11 different
locations nationwide will
participate in Sashakt
Nari – Viksit Bharat pro-
gramme, which will be
attended by PM Modi.
NEWVANDEBHARAT
FORGUJONTUESDAY
PM Modi will
inaugurate a new
Vande Bharat
Express train, capable
of reaching up to 160
km/hour, on March 12.
PM Modi will virtual flag
off the Orange colour
Vande Bharat Express
train alongside nearly
10 other Vande Bharat
trains across the country.
PM MODI UNVEILS 15 AIRPORT
PROJECTS OF WORTH `9,800 CR
PM Narendra Modi, on March 10, inaugu-
rated 15 airport projects, including new ter-
minals in Delhi and Lucknow worth around
Rs 9,800 crore. The PM inaugurated 12
new passenger terminals at Pune, Kolha-
pur, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Delhi, Lucknow,
Aligarh, Azamgarh, Chitrakoot, Moradabad,
Shravasti and Adampur airports.
PM GREETS CENTRAL INDUSTRIAL
SECURITY FORCE ON ITS RAISING DAY
PM Modi on Sunday lauded the CISF on
its raising day, saying their dedication and
vigilance in protecting the nation’s critical
infrastructure are unparalleled. “Wishing the
Central Industrial Security Force a proud and
glorious Raising Day! Their dedication and
vigilance in protecting the nation’s critical in-
frastructure are unparalleled,” Modi said on X.
President Droupadi
Murmu with V-P Jagdeep
Dhankhar, PM Narendra
Modi and newly
sworn-in Chairperson,
Lokpal, Justice Manikrao
Khanwilkar, in New Delhi
on Sunday.
IN BRIEF
Seven IEDs recovered
in JK’s Poonch dist
Jammu: Security forc-
es on Sunday recovered
seven improvised ex-
plosive devices from
JK’s Poonch district.
Police said that a team
of the Rashtriya Rifles
and the local police re-
covered the IEDs and a
wireless set.
Manpreet Badal
suffers heart attack
Bathinda: Former Pun-
jab Finance Minister
Manpreet Badal suf-
fered a heart attack on
Sunday and was admit-
ted to a hospital. The
61-year-old leader un-
derwent an angioplasty
as there was a blockage
in one of his arteries.
7 of family die in road
mishap in UP’s Jaunpur
Jaunpur: At least sev-
en people were killed,
and two others critically
injured after a car col-
lided head-on with a
truck in Uttar Pradesh’s
Jaunpur district on Sun-
day. The nine people
belonged to the same
family, the police said.
Cheetah Gamini gives
birth to 5 cubs at KNP
Bhopal: Cheetah ‘Gami-
ni’on Sunday gave birth
to five cubs in Kuno Na-
tional Park in MP’s
Sheopur dist, taking the
total number of the big
cats in the country to 26,
Union Minister Bhu-
pender Yadav said. P7
Mamata says will fight solo in
Bengal; Congress hits back
PTI
Kolkata
TMC supremo Mamata
Banerjee on Sunday as-
serted that her party, a
partner of the Opposition
bloc I.N.D.I.A., will con-
test the Lok Sabha polls
in West Bengal and as-
serted that her party will
confront not only the BJP
but also the CPI (M) and
Congress in the state. The
Congress hit back soon
after Trinamool released
the list. The TMC re-
leased its candidate ros-
ter for all 42 Lok Sabha
seats in West Bengal,
ushering a major over-
haul by dropping seven
incumbent MPs and in-
troducing numerous new
faces, including former
cricketer Yusuf Pathan.
TMC releases candidate list for 42 Lok Sabha seats, 7 MPs
dropped, cricketers Yusuf Pathan, Kirti Azad among nominees
TMC chief and West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee speaks during a
rally, ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, in Kolkata, on Sunday. PTI
Farmers block railway tracks during their ‘rail roko’ protest, at a
railway station in Amritsar, on Sunday. PTI
TROUBLE FOR I.N.D.I.A. BLOC IN MAHARASHTRA?
CONGRESS LEADER JABS UDDHAV THACKERAY
Amid seat-sharing talks among the Maha Vikas
Aghadi (MVA) parties in Maharashtra, Sanjay Niru-
pam, a prominent Congress leader, has slammed
Uddhav Thackeray for prematurely announcing the
candidate for Mumbai’s North-West Lok Sabha constitu-
ency. Nirupam without mincing words, referred to Uddhav
Thackeray as the “bachi khuchi Shiv Sena ke pramukh”
(the remaining Shiv Sena’s chief).
PTI
New Delhi
Two Election Commis-
sioners are likely to be
appointed by March 15
to fill the vacancies cre-
ated by the retirement of
Anup Chandra Pandey
and the surprise resigna-
tion ofArun Goel, sourc-
es said on Sunday.
The Central govt ap-
pears to be scrambling to
fill the vacancies in the
EC following the sur-
prise resignation of Arun
Goel by tentatively fix-
ing a meeting of PM
Modi-led selection panel
by March 15.
With Pandey’s retire-
ment last month and
Goel’s resignation on
Saturday, the Election
Commission is now left
with just the CEC Rajiv
Kumar as the sole mem-
ber of the poll body.
PTI
New Delhi
India and the four-nation
European bloc EFTA on
Sunday signed a free
trade agreement under
which New Delhi has re-
ceived an investment
commitment of USD 100
billion over the next 15
years to facilitate the cre-
ation of one million jobs.
The European Free Trade
Association (EFTA)
members are Iceland,
Liechtenstein, Norway,
and Switzerland.
The free trade agree-
ment was signed after a
gap of almost 16 years as
negotiations, started in
2008, but were put on
hold in November 2013.
Talks resumed in Octo-
ber 2016, and after 21
rounds of negotiations
were held before its con-
clusion. More on P7
PTI
Chandigarh
Movement of several
trains was affected in Pun-
jab on Sunday after agitat-
ing farmers squatted on
tracks at many places in
thestateaspartofanation-
wide ‘rail roko’protest.
The protest, called by
the Samyukta Kisan Mor-
cha (Non-Political) and
the Kisan Mazdoor Mor-
cha to press the Centre to
accept their demands, in-
cluding a legal guarantee
of minimum support
price (MSP), was held
from 12 noon till 4 pm.
In Punjab, farmers sat
on rail tracks in 22 dis-
tricts, including Amritsar,
Ludhiana,TarnTaran,Ho-
shiarpur, Firozpur, Fazil-
ka,Sangrur,Mansa,Moga
and Bathinda. Because of
the disruption of train ser-
vices, passengers experi-
enced inconvenience.
PM-led panel
may appoint 2
ECs by Mar 15
India, EFTA ink
historic free
trade agreement
Train movement hit in
Punjabby farmers stir
MoUs, PPA WORTH `1.60 L CR FOR THERMAL, RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS
Projects will
realise concept of
‘Aapno Agrani
Rajasthan’: CM
3 STATE POWER CORPS 6 CENTRAL
UNDERTAKINGS SIGNED MOUS AND
A PPA, INVESTING `1.60 LAKH CRORE
IN THE ENERGY SECTOR; REC FIN
DEPT ALSO PLEDGED `20K CR
Vikas Sharma
Jaipur
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, with (L-R): Amrit Lal Meena, Hira Lal
Nagar, Diya Kumari, and Sudhansh Pant during the MoU signing
event where Union Minister Pralhad Joshi was present virtually.
C First India Bureau
Jaipur
ThepetrolpumpsinJaipur
district will resume their
services from Monday at
6 am after the Jaipur dis-
trict petroleum dealers as-
sociation called off their
strikegivingmuchneeded
relief to the people.
In a release issued by
the association, it was in-
formed that keeping in
view of the examinations
of the students and the
inconvenience caused to
the people, a decision
was taken to take back
the strike. MORE ON P2
Nirmal Tiwari
Jaipur
PM Narendra Modi will
dedicate to the nation the
two National Highway
projects of Rajasthan
worth approximately Rs
1800 crore of Amritsar-
Jamnagar Economic Cor-
ridor section virtually on
Monday. CM Bhajan Lal
Sharma who will be on a
visit toAyodhya will also
be joining the event
through virtual mode
from 11: 30 am till 2 pm.
Deputy CM Diya Ku-
mari will also be joining
the event.
Petrol pump
dealers call-off
strike in Jaipur
PM to virtually
dedicate 2 NH
projects of Raj
ExodusinCongress:
Mirdhas,2ex-mins,
othersjoin RajBJP
Yogesh Sharma
Jaipur
In what can be seen as a
major setback for Con-
gress, ahead of Lok Sabha
polls, as many as 1370
Congress leaders from
Rajasthan including party
veterans, pradhans, Zila
parishad members pan-
chayat samiti members
joined BJP on Sunday.
Congress leaders who
joined the Saffron party
are former Congress min-
isters RajendraYadav and
Lal Chand Kataria. Ka-
taria was also a Union
MoS in previous UPA
government.
Former Congress
MLAs, from the powerful
Jat family, Ricchpal Mird-
ha and Vijaypal Mirdha
and Khiladi Bairwa, for-
mer independent MLA
Alok Beniwal, former
state Congress chief Seva
Dal Suresh Chaudhary,
Rampal Sharma and Riju
Jhunjhunwala among oth-
ers also joined the BJP.
Beniwal is the son of the
former Gujarat governor
Kamla. CM Bhajan Lal
Sharma, state BJP chief
CP Joshi and Union min-
ister Bhupender Yadav
welcomed them. P8
Ahead of Lok Sabha polls
1370 Cong leaders including ZP members
and panchayat samiti members join BJP
Several Congress leaders joined the BJP on Sunday in presence of
CM BL Sharma, CP Joshi, Bhupender Yadav and others in Jaipur.
SUNIL
SHARMA

Satyanarayan Sharma
Jaipur
A case has been regis-
tered against Lokesh
Sharma , former OSD of
e x - C M
Ashok Ge-
hlot in rela-
tion to a
parking dis-
pute. Assis-
tant commissioner of In-
dustry commerce de-
partment Bhura Ram, in
his complaint has ac-
cused Lokesh Sharma
and others of assault for
parking the car on the
road. He is also accused
of deadly attack, shatter-
ing a mobile phone,
stealing a gold chain, and
threatening to get him
fired from his job.
The Mahesh Nagar po-
lice station is now inves-
tigating the case. The car
was parked on the road-
side. Vikas Sharma came
and banged the car mirror
loudly. When Bhura Ram
asked about removing
the car, he was allegedly
threatened. When he pro-
tested, Vikas Sharma’s
brother Lokesh Sharma
also attacked him.
11-DAY FESTIVITIES IN FULL SWING
Khatushyamji fair begins today in Sikar
First India Bureau
Sikar
he 11- day fa-
mous Falgun
Lakhi fair of
Khatushyamji in Sikar
will start today.
The team of the fair
authority reached Sikar
to inspect the prepara-
tions and held a meeting
with the officials.
The team, including
Deputy CEO of the Fair
Authority Rajesh Shar-
ma, ASP Jigyasa of the
FairAuthority andAnand
Sharma visited the tem-
ple premises and gave
necessary guidelines af-
ter inspecting the lines,
temple entrance, Lakhda-
tar fair ground, the 40
feet new footpath and the
darshan route. The team
also the team inspected
the temple premises
while checking the 75-
foot long 14 lines alog
with the temple entrance.
The team reviewed the
arrangements and took
information from Fair
Magistrate Govind Singh
Bhinchar, Ringas DYSP
Mahavir Singh and Shri
Shyam Mandir Commit-
tee Chairman Pratap
Singh Chauhan.
Sharma said that the
devotees will not face
any problem as several
teams of officials are
monitoring the annual
fair. Keeping the huge
number of people in
mind and to avoid any
untoward incidents,
Around 5000 policemen
and other security forces
will be deployed.
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CRIME
ROUNDUP
BHARATPUR: 18 CYBER CRIMINALS CAUGHT UNDER OPERATION ‘ANTI-VIRUS’
Operation ‘Anti-virus’ took place overnight under the direction of IG Rahul Prakash,
and police apprehended cyber thugs in the villages of Haibatka, Pathrali, and
Raibka. 18 cyber thugs
were apprehended, along with four
cars, six lakh rupees in cash, 33
mobile phones, ATM cards, a swipe
machine, a laptop, and a monitor.
Three different cases were filed
against the cyber criminals. Accord-
ing to IG Rahul Prakash, the culprits
were engaged in a sextortion racket.
The accused utilize a specialized
application to acquire people’s
WhatsApp numbers. After that,
the accused commit fraud using
victim’s profiles. An E-Mitra operator was also caught besides the cyber thugs, who used to
withdraw the defrauded funds and give them to the cyber thugs.
FAKE POLICEMEN LOOT DIAMOND TRADER IN JPR
CRIME BRANCH ACTION IN CHEMICAL THEFT CASE
JPR ACCIDENT SPARKS
PROTEST BY FAMILY
STRAY DOGS MAUL 8-YR
OLD GIRL TO DEATH
A diamond trader was robbed by people acting as
a police officers in the Manak Chowk police station
area. The case was filed at the police station after
the victim, Sanchit Kumar, complained while on his way
from his office to Paratani. On the way, four youngsters
beckoned Sanchit to stop and discussed getting the lug-
gage checked by claiming to be a police officer. During this
time, the investigator grabbed two 2.51 carat diamonds
and Rs 50 thousand in cash from the bag. The bag was re-
turned and asked to leave. When he checked the bag later,
he discovered that the diamond and cash were missing.
A team of the Crime Branch of CID at Police Hq has
exposed theft of a highly flammable chemical from
tankers at highway mo-
tels in Beawar district. Along with
the Thana police, they success-
fully seized 4,100 liters of chemi-
cal and equipment used in the
theft after discreetly pressuring
the suspect. ADG Crime,Dinesh
M.N., revealed that the Special Team is actively monitoring
individuals involved in drug trafficking and illegal activities.
A girl was crushed
by a speeding bus
in Jaipur yesterday.
The deceased’s uncle
filed an FIR at the Adarsh
Nagar Police Station. Angry
family members blocked
the accident site on Sunday
morning and Protested to
stop bus transport and de-
manded compensation. Po-
lice reached the spot after
receiving information about
the protest d. Protestors
say that many people have
died on this road before.
Demand has been made to
stop bus operations on this
route and compensation for
the death of the girl.
An 8-year-old child
died as a result of
an attack by stray
dogs at the Bansur area of
Alwar on Sunday. The girl
had gone from home to the
store to purchase items.
The stray dogs nearby at-
tacked the girl Monica, who
recieved serious injuries
on her neck and legs.The
family transported Monica
to the sub-district hospital,
where doctors pronounced
her dead. Police arrived
at the scene after getting
information about the event.
Following the post-mortem,
the girl’s body was turned
over to her family members.
POLICE BUSTS GANG
BREAKING INTO HOMES;
ARRESTS FOUR PEOPLE
Success was ac-
complished under
the guidance of Ad-
ditional DCP West Neeraj
Pathak. Police revealed
the vile face burning gang.
Karni Vihar police station
detained four persons,
including gang boss Bilal.
Many cases of face burning
in the city came to light.
This gang was terrorizing
the city for last several
days. Prior to the incident,
he conducted reconnais-
sance on his bike during
the day. Then after marking
the house, they carried out
the massacre at night. Ad-
ditional DCP Neeraj Pathak
had formed a special team
for this gang.
JAIPUR POLICE
CRACKDOWN: 425
CRIMINALS NABBED
IN OPERATION
In a significant
operation under
the directives of
Jaipur Police Commis-
sioner Biju George Jo-
seph, Additional Police
Commissioner Kailash
Vishnoi spearheaded
a robust action against
criminals in the city.
The operation started
at around 5:00 a.m.,
targeting criminals in-
volved in chain snatch-
ing, mobile thefts, and
purse snatching. The
focus was on disrupting
their criminal activities
and preventing any
communication among
the offenders. To
maintain the utmost
confidentiality, the
operation details were
closely guarded. This
time, the emphasis was
on tackling criminals
engaged in chain
snatching and mobile
thefts simultaneously.
The criminals were un-
able to coordinate with
each other, ensuring
the effectiveness of
operation. The results
have been remarkable,
with a staggering 425
criminals already taken
into custody.
4offamilyincludingpregnant
womandieinfreakaccident
The badly mangled SUV after the accident in Nagaur district on
sunday. The driver managed to flee the scene after the incident.
First India Bureau
Nagaur
Four members of the
same family died in a
freak accident after a
speeding car overturned
on them as they were
standing along the road.
According to informa-
tion, the 8 months preg-
nant woman, her hus-
band, son and a woman
relative were standing on
the roadside waiting for a
bus, when a speeding
Scorpio lost control and
overturned and fell on
these people, kiling them
on the spot.
After the accident, the
Scorpio driver fled the
scene. The woman per-
ished along with the
child in her womb due to
the accident. The rela-
tives of the victims re-
fused to accept compen-
sation, but Degana Dep-
uty Rameshwar Lal Sa-
haran, convinced the
family members and
handed them the bodies
of the deceased after a
post-mortem nearly four
hours after the accident.
TWO DEAD, ONE INJURED AS CAR HITS SIGNBOARD IN BANSWARA DIST
An uncontrolled car crashed with a signboard
at 1.30 p.m. on Saturday night and overturned
at the Masotiya turn in the Talwara police sta-
tion area, 17 kilometers from Banswara. There were
three Mayur Mill employees in the car. Two died during
treatment, and third was critically injured. Rahul and
Deepak Shetty died while being treated for injuries
sustained in the accident. Bhanwar Singh is critically
hurt and is being treated at Banswara Hospital.
Health Min GS Khimsar,
others inaugurate SMS
hospital’s new laundry
Overadozentrains
affectedinstatedueto
farmer’ssit-inprotest
Jpr Police launches health facilities for officers
First India Bureau
Jaipur
DGPUtkal Ranjan Sahoo
inaugurated a newly con-
structed indoor badmin-
ton court and yoga center
in the Reserve Police
Lines on Sunday. The
state-of-the-art facilities,
built at a cost of 57 lakh
rupees, aim to promote
physical fitness and well-
ness among police force.
Upon his arrival at the
Reserve Police Lines, Po-
lice DGP Sahu was wel-
comed by Police Com-
missioner Biju George
Joseph, who honored him
with floral tribute. Occa-
sion was marked by
guard of honor.
Police Commissioner
Biju George Joseph and
Additional Police Com-
missioner Traffic andAd-
ministration, Preeti Chan-
dra, along with other sen-
ior police officials, ac-
companied DGP UR
Sahu. The Inspection in-
cluded a thorough exami-
nation of the barricades
and the police mess in the
police lines.
Better Services
Rail Roko Andolan
Vikas Sharma
Jaipur
MedicalandHealthMinis-
ter Gajendra Singh Khim-
sar inaugurated the newly
constructed laundry at
SMS Hospital on Sunday.
On the occasion, Jaipur
MP Ramcharan Bohra,
former minister and MLA
KalicharanSarafandMLA
Balmukundacharya were
also present.
Khimsar inspected the
laundry and saw its func-
tioning. “The state-of-
the-art laundry will help
clean bedsheets, etc. in
less time. The govt will
leave no stone unturned
in expanding the facili-
ties here,” Minister Kh-
imsar said.
Ziauddin Khan
Jaipur
The farmers’ protest has
affected over a dozen
trains in the state. 4 were
cancelled, 3 were regu-
lated and 4 were partially
cancelled due to the on-
going agitation.
Hanumangarh-Fi-
rozpur between Abohar-
Firozpur was cancelled
on Sunday. Rewari-Fazil-
ka was regulated for 40
minutes at Kotkapura.
Jammu-Ahmedabad was
regulated for an hour at
Lohia Khas. Fazilka-Re-
wari operated till Bhiwani
and was cancelled be-
tween Bhiwani-Rewari.
Gorakhpur-Bathinda op-
erated till Shergarh and
was cancelled between
Shergarh-Bathinda.
Ajmer-Amritsar train op-
erated till Ludhiana. Am-
ritsar-Ajmer train depart-
ed from Ludhiana and
was cancelled between
Amritsar-Ludhiana.
Gajendra Singh Khimsar, Ram
Charan Bohra, Balmukund
Acharya and Kalicharan Saraf
during the inauguration
ceremony on Sunday.
IMA Raj President Dr. Rajneesh Secretary Dr. P.C. Garg with
others participated in the event in Jaipur on Sunday.
Farmers blocked the railway tracks in protest on Sunday.
UR Sahoo along with Biju George Joseph, inaugurates the
facility at the Reserve Police Lines in Jaipur on Sunday.
Youth should focus on research
innovation, says Ram Madhav
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Youth is not the future of
the country, but the pre-
sent. Therefore, it is nec-
essary that they think
about themselves as well
as the progress of the
country. This was said by
Dr. Ram Madhav, Presi-
dent of India Foundation
and National Executive
Member of RSS.
He was addressing a
session organized by
Young Indians (YI),
Jaipur Chapter and
Poornima Institute of En-
gineering and Technolo-
gy on Saturday. This talk
was organized on the
topic ‘Responsibility of
youth towards nation
building’.
Dr. Ram Madhav said
that one of the main
identities of India is as
a young country. On the
basis of their talent, In-
dians are working at the
top position of many
big renowned compa-
nies. Motivating the
students, he said that
the country needs im-
aginers, not engineers.
Dr Ram Madhav speaking at the session in Jaipur on Sunday.
Happy Heart for All: Docs
participate in Marathon
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Doctors of the city were
seen running and cy-
cling with the message
of ‘Happy Heart for
All’. On Sunday morn-
ing, this was the occa-
sion of the marathon
organized by Doctor
Social and Welfare So-
ciety on JLN Marg.
More than 1000 doctors
and their families from
the city participated
with enthusiasm in this
grand event. Starting
from SMS, marathon
reached Jawahar Circle
and then ended back at
SMS Medical College.

First India Bureau
Jaipur
The petrol pumps in
Jaipur district will open
from Monday 6 AM and
will resume their services.
Jaipur district petroleum
dealers association has
called off the strike giving
much needed relief to the
people of Jaipur. In a re-
lease issued by the asso-
ciation, it was informed
thatkeepinginviewofthe
examinations of the stu-
dents and the inconven-
ience caused to the peo-
ple, a decision was taken
to take back the strike.
However they will par-
ticipate in the proposed
rally of Rajasthan Petro-
leumDealersAssociation.
Meanwhile people suf-
fered throughout the day
as the petrol pumps re-
mained shut due to the
strike. Since it was a Sun-
day, many people avoided
going out to save on fuel.
Meanwhilethestrikeof
the petrol pump dealers is
also resulting in signifi-
cant revenue losses to the
government. As per an
estimate the state govern-
ment is reported to be fac-
ing a staggering loss of Rs
5.50croresperhourdueto
the ongoing strike.
The dealers are de-
manding a reduction in
VAT rates and an increase
in dealer commissions.
Meanwhile the first
roundoftalksbetweenthe
state govenrment and
petrolium dealers failed.
The dealers, adamant in
their demand for a written
assurance from the gov-
ernment, found them-
selves at odds with gov-
ernment representatives
who were not prepared to
commit to such a declara-
tion. Underthechairman-
ship of Industry Minister
Rajvardhan Singh
Rathore,acrucialmeeting
was held on Sunday to ad-
dress the ongoing dead-
lock. The meeting includ-
ed key figures such as
ACS Finance Akhil Aro-
da, Mining and Petroleum
Secretary Anandi, offi-
cials from the finance de-
partment, RPDA Chair-
man Rajendra Singh
Bhati, patron of RPDA
Sunit Bagai and others.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
In a tragic incident, a
13-year-old, who got
electrocuted after coming
under a high tension line
during a procession in
Kota on Mahashivratri,
succumbed to his injuries
on Sunday. The incident
happenedinKunhadiarea
of Kota. Shagun Nayak
(13) suffered 90 percent
burn injuries in accident
on Friday. He was re-
ferredtoJaipurSMSHos-
pital where he died while
undergoing treatment.
The family has left for
Kota with Shagun’s body.
Meanwhile, CM
Bhajan Lal Sharma, while
expressing condolences
to the family, announced
a compensation of Rs 5
lakh to the family. Be-
sides, he announced Rs
one lakh to the seriously
injured children referred
to Jaipur and Rs 50,000 to
the injured being treated
in Kota.
He said, “I pray to God
to grant peace to the de-
parted soul and speedy
recovery of the injured.”
Kamalkant Sharma
Jaipur
Law Minister Jogaram
Patel said that the imple-
mentation of the Bharti-
ya Nagrik Suraksha San-
hita 2023 will bring a big
change in the criminal
justice system of the
country. He said that this
is a commendable step
taken by Prime Minister
Narendra Modi and
Home Minister Amit
Shah for quick and ef-
fective justice system in
the country.
Patel was addressing a
one-day workshop on
the topic of BNSS or-
ganized by the Law and
Legal Affairs Depart-
ment under the 100-day
action plan of the state
government.
“The use of technol-
ogy in the investigation
of crimes and legal pro-
cess is the demand of
today’s era. Changes
have been made in the
new Code by incorpo-
rating essential points
like inclusion of tech-
nology, citizen centric
approach and fixed
timelines, which will
not only speed up the
justice process but will
also strengthen the jus-
tice system and provide
relief to the common
man,” he said. The Law
Minister Patel said that
this marks the end of co-
lonial era laws.
“This journey of legal
reforms will increase the
dynamism of the na-
tion,” he added.
Principal Secretary
Law Gyan Prakash Gup-
ta informed all the par-
ticipants regarding the
changes in the Code and
expressed the hope that
they will work more
promptly in the context
of this new Code.
KEEPING ‘GREEN’ CLEAN
Spl cleanliness drive at Jhalana Leopard Reserve
Nirmal Tiwari
Jaipur
special cleaning
campaign was
conducted in
Jhalana Leopard Reserve
on Sunday on the instruc-
tions of ACF Surendra
Sharma. Under the super-
vision of forester Krishna
Kumar Meena, Jhalana
staff, volunteers and gyp-
sy drivers started the
cleaning campaign from
the entrance to Kalka
MataTemple and on route
number one and two.
Plastic waste, glass bot-
tles and other waste items
were collected. “Cleanli-
ness campaign will be
conducted every Sunday.
Complaints were received
that some tourists carry
beer cans and bottles with
them. There will be regu-
lar checking of gypsies
and tourists will not be al-
lowed to take any plastic,
glass items, gutkha, beedi
and cigarettes. The activi-
ties of the devotees will
alsobemonitoredasinthe
name of going to the tem-
ple, some people reach the
forest area and indulge in
unruly activities,” he said.
Jhalana staff, volunteers and gypsy drivers during the cleaning campaign in Jaipur on Sunday.
RAJASTHAN 03
PetrolpumpstrikecalledoffinJpr;
govtincurringhourlylossof`5.5cr
(L) In Bharatpur, the petrol pump owners refused to give petrol which brought rural life to a halt in
sub-urban areas on Sunday. (R) Amid the strike petrol pump delivering the fuel in Tonk on Sunday.
Law Minister Jogaram Patel along with Gyan Prakash Gupta and
Anupama R Bijlani during the workshop in Jaipur on Sunday.
Members of Rajasthan State Service Women Association with Sushma
Arora during the celebration of Women’s Day in Jaipur on Sunday.
Acting president of RCA Dhananjai Khimsar with CM Bhajan Lal
Sharma in Jaipur on Sunday. This was Khimsar’s courtesy visit.
In the aftermath of an electrocution incident in Sakatpura, Kota
recently, Energy Minister Hiralal Nagar visited the SMS Hospital
in Jaipur on Sunday and met four children who are undergoing
treatment at the hospital.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
On the occasion of Interna-
tional Women’s Day, the
executive committee of
Rajasthan State Service
Women Association was
formed. Sandhya Sharma
was appointed president of
Rajasthan Accounts Ser-
vice, Navrekha Vice-Presi-
dent of Employment Ser-
vices, RPS Anukriti Uj-
jainiya as General Secre-
tary, Shashi Jain of Ra-
jasthan Accounts Service
was appointed treasurer.
The programme was or-
ganized by Rajasthan State
Service Women Associa-
tion. Sharma said, “It is
futile to imagine a better
society without giving due
respect to women.”
Founder and patron
member Kirti Sharma of
Raj Commercial Tax Ser-
vice also participated in the
programme.Besides,Sonal
Mathur of Rajasthan Coop-
erative Service, Kamal
Shekhawat of Rajasthan
Police Service, Preeti Shar-
ma of Rajasthan Accounts
Service and a large number
of women officers were
present on the occasion.
Dr Rituraj Sharma
Jaipur
State government has
once again carried out a
small administrative re-
shuffle. It transferred 3
IAS officers on Sunday
evening. In an order is-
sued by DoP, IAS officer
Ghanendra Bhan Chatur-
vedi has been appointed
to the Social Justice and
Empowerment Dept in
Jaipur. IAS officer Jag-
jeet S Monga has been
transferred as the Secy,
Medical Edu Dept, Jaipur
while Abhishek Khanna
has been appointed as the
CEO of District Council
in Ajmer concurrently
as Coordinator of Sub-
Dist Programs (MADA).
In a parallel develop-
ment, the DoP has nulli-
fied the transfer of IAS
officer Mahendra Soni,
which was previously an-
nounced on March 2nd.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
The Acting President of
Rajasthan Cricket Asso-
ciation, Dhananjay Singh
Khimsar, said that he
wanted to move ahead by
taking everyone together
and suggestions would
be welcomed from previ-
ous RCA chief Vaibhav
Gehlot who held the po-
sition for three years. “I
want to move forward
positively so that this can
be a new sunrise for
cricket. Vaibhav Gehlot
has held this post for 3
years so he is experi-
enced...if he gives any
suggestions positively,
we will take it seriously.
We want to move for-
ward by taking everyone
together...” Dhananjay
told media on Sunday.
Earlier,Vaibhav Gehlot
announcedhisresignation
from his post as president
of RCA on Monday, ac-
cusing current govt of act-
ing against him with a
“malicious intent”.
Dhananjay replaced him
as the President.
First India Bureau
Jodhpur
In a significant devel-
opment in Jodhpur, the
Raj HC Advocates As-
sociation and the Law-
yersAssn, have collec-
tively voiced their op-
position to the estab-
lishment of a virtual
branch in the Bikaner
Bench. They won’t be
appearing in the Ra-
jasthan HC on Mon-
day. A decision was
taken in this regard.
It has been alleged
that this decision will
upholding the prestige
honorofHighCourt.
First India Bureau
Jaipur
Rajasthan is the leading
state in the country after
the process of e-auction
for exploration licences of
three blocks of rare min-
erals started on March 6.
Mines Secretary Anandi
said that under the direc-
tion of Chief Minister
Bhajan Lal Sharma, the
Mines dept made prepara-
tions in just five days and
applied on March 6 for
the exploration licence of
two blocks of rare earth
elements and one block of
potash. Along with Ra-
jasthan, Karnataka has
also started the EL auc-
tion process of one block.
Earlier, Rajasthan has
started auctions for ML
and CL of gold mines.
Anandi said that there
are signs of rare earth ele-
ment in 574 square km
area in Chaba-Navatalla-
Pataudi of Barmer and
Jodhpur districts and in
789.40 square km area of
Renwal-Raithal-Kaldera
in Jaipur, Nagaur and Si-
kar. Interested persons
can purchase the tender
document by March 21
by registering on the
MSTC portal.
ASHOK GEHLOT REACTS
TO PUMP STRIKE ON X
Former CM Ashok
Gehlot has attacked
BJP regarding the
petrol pump strike.“Strike of
petrol pumps in Rajasthan
is the real truth of the hollow
guarantees of PM Modi. To
mislead the public, the PM
lied to the public that he had
given a guarantee of reduc-
ing prices of petrol and die-
sel. But these guarantees are
not fulfilled,” he said on X.
Teen electrocuted in
Shiv Barat in Kota dies,
CM announces relief
Rajasthan leads
in e-auction of
rare minerals
Thelossoflives
duetobeinghitby
ahightensionline
duringtheShivaprocession
inKotaontheoccasionof
Mahashivratriisextremely
sadandheart-wrenching..
Instructionshavebeengiven
toprovideRs5lakhtothe
familyoftheinnocentchild
whodiedintheaccident,`1
lakhtotheseriouslyinjured
childrenreferredtoJaipur
and`50thousandtothein-
juredchildrentreatedinKota.
BhajanlalSharma
(ModiKaParivar)
@BhajanlalBjp
Energy Min Hiralal
Nagar meets kids
undergoing
treatment in SMS
BNSS 2023 will bring reform in
Justice system: Min Jogaram Patel
Legal bodies of
Jodhpur oppose
virtual Bkn Branch
Want to move ahead by
keeping all together: RCA
prez Dhananjai Khimsar
Raj State Service Women
Asso exec panel formed
RSSWA celebrates Women’s Day
State govt carries
out small admin
reshuffle, shifts 3
IAS officers in Raj One-day workshop
on topic related to
BNSS organised by
Law and Legal
Affairs Department
Cleanliness campaign
will be conducted
every Sunday, says
ACF Surendra Shrama
A
PUBLIC NOTICE
General public is hereby informed that Kumbhalgarh Yatri Niwas Pvt.
Ltd. (Through- Director Jitendra Fatahlal Mehta, Address- Rajsa Resort
Beed ki Bhagal, Gawar Kumbhalgarh Tehsil Kumbhalgarh District
Rajsamand), has registered missing report of land conversion order/lease
dated 25.05.2017, on 08.03.2024 in Rajasthan Police vide complaint
number 2103652/2024.
Original land conversion order was issued in the name of the company
by District Collector, Rajsamand on 26.12.2007 vide order number
7/2019-24 in favour of M/s. Kumbhalgarh Yatri Niwas Pvt. Ltd. Khasra
number 510/302 for agricultural to commercial purposes in relation to
513/299, 522/299 and 572/302.
The above complaint has been filed due to missing of the above
document. Therefore, every general and special person is hereby
informed that if anyone found the said original document, than return it
to my client, M/s. Kumbhalgarh Yatri Niwas Pvt. Ltd.
If any person / institution or bank or other government/non-government
financial institution has any interest, burden or mortgage rights, on the
above document, then submit their objection within 3 days of this general
notice, in writing to me by appearing in my office along with documents.
Otherwise, any valid objection made after the said period will be invalid,
void and ineffective against my dealings.
Date: 09/03/2023
Place: Rajsamand
MUKESH TALESARA
Advocate
KANKROLI, RAJSAMAND
(L) In Jaipur, petrol pumps at Ajmeri Gate other places remained shut amid the strike on Sunday. (R) However, petroleum company-owned
pumps were open, attracting a beeline of customers, as seen in this photo of a petrol pump at Ghat Gate in Jaipur on Sunday. NAIM KHAN
In view of Board
exams Jaipur district
petroleum dealers
assn called off strike

peech is sil-
ver, silence
is golden,” is
a common
expression.
There are times when it is
better to keep quiet than to
speak. Finding peace and
quiet in modern times can
be a challenge, but there
are numerous health ben-
efits to it.
Life is full of noises.
There are sounds from the
environment and a general
lack of quiet because dis-
tractions have now become
the norm. Incessant sounds
are making people unhap-
py and pushing them to
taking sleeping pills and
anti- depressants.
Many of us don’t get on
to embrace silence as much
as our world has become
increasingly digitized and
we are more dependent on
our devices. Having a few
minutes of silence is a rare
treat for most people.
Taking a break from ex-
ternal noises and internal
chatter and aiming for
some solitude can contrib-
ute to our well-being. But
for some, the fear of si-
lence makes them uncom-
fortable, because of being
used to noises.
When, though, is it ap-
propriate to keep quiet
rather than to speak? There
is propriety in remaining
silent in at least three areas
of life – as a mark of re-
spect, as evidence of dis-
cretion and as an aid to
meditation.
It is normally assumed
that when one is silent, the
person is taking it well, but
at times that may be due to
bottled up anxiety and suf-
fering in silence. Such
stress causes emotional
toil. In such a case, stating
grievances calmly, helps.
What if, someone tries
to draw us into pointless
arguments? It is best to
keep a purposeful silence
and avoid them. Else, they
can side-track us from far
more important tasks. Be-
ing a silent listener is a
mark of respect. A person
with discernment keeps si-
lent when provoked. The
fewer the words spoken,
the less the chance of com-
mitting an indiscretion.
The discreet person is
not hot-headed, rushing
into every situation with-
out thinking. When silent,
one can carefully think of
the possible outcomes be-
fore making any commit-
ments and is able to main-
tain more peaceful rela-
tions with others.
To think soundly and de-
cisively requires that one
meditates on problems be-
fore they arise. One cannot
take the attitude to post-
pone it and worry about
that when the time comes.
Proper advance thinking
strengthens one to face
life’s challenges wisely.
How does one wade
through myriad of possi-
bilities and pick out the
best course of action?
Snap decisions are often
regretted later. It takes
time to meditate, or think
seriously about a matter.
But it is time well-spent.
The more one concen-
trates on positive matters,
the more will this be re-
flected in one’s speech and
actions. It deters a person
from giving unbalanced or
senseless responses. One
will not be speaking just
from the top of his head,
but would weigh all the
factors involved, taking all
circumstances into consid-
eration.
Meditation, during quiet
periods, can engender
modesty and humility
within us. One must have
facts to meditate on, and to
see things in their proper
perspective. Thinking with
an empty mind is like a
shower that passes quickly
and soon dries up - mo-
mentarily refreshing.
When meditation is done
on a deeper level, connect-
ing new thoughts with old
ones, it becomes like a
steady rain that sinks in
and develops maturity.
Silently meditating upon
specific things, reviewing
every small detail mentally
while walking or sitting in
quiet area aids in imbed-
ding information more
deeply. One gets a clear
picture of matters.
Silence is important for
one’s health just as exer-
cise and nourishment are.
Quiet contemplation also
has a positive effect on im-
proving memory.
Moments of silence
awakens sensitivity to the
environment around. Tak-
ing a quiet walk away from
noise reduces mental fa-
tigue and helps one to feel
rejuvenated and relaxed.
Periods of silence en-
hances creativity, making
the mind calmer to make
better decisions with clar-
ity and awareness. Imbib-
ing silence gives the mind
and body a break and
brings with it relief from
stress. Basking in the quiet
moments of early morning
can set the mood for the
rest of the day and give a
peaceful boost.
Noise pollution is a
modern plague that affects
mental health. Also, the
noise that goes on in the
mind as one copes with a
busy life. Cultivating si-
lence then becomes im-
perative. Escaping noise at
all is hard, but reserving
few minutes of calm in a
day is restorative and can
provide an environment for
healthy self-examination.
Yes, there is a time to
speak and there is a time to
remain quiet, and the dis-
cerning person appreciates
the difference.
THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY
THE AUTHOR ARE PERSONAL
TOP
TWEETS
SPIRITUAL SPEAK
Causes and results, including
emotional opposites, are things
that come and go. This knowledge
helps you endure them all.
BHAGAVAD GITA
QUIET
CONTEMPLATION
Meditation, during quiet
periods, can engender
modesty and humility
within us. One must have
facts to meditate on,
and to see things in their
proper perspective. Think-
ing with an empty mind is
like a shower that passes
quickly and soon dries up-
momentarily refreshing.
When meditation is done
on a deeper level, con-
necting new thoughts with
old ones, it becomes like
a steady rain that sinks
in and develops maturity.
Silently meditating upon
specific things, reviewing
every small detail mentally
while walking or sitting in
quiet area aids in imbed-
ding information more
deeply. One gets a clear
picture of matters. Silence
is important for one’s
health just as exercise and
nourishment are. Quiet
contemplation also has a
positive effect on improv-
ing memory.
ATIMEFORSILENCE
Taking a break from external noises and internal
chatter and aiming for some solitude can
contribute to our well-being. But for some, the fear
of silence makes them uncomfortable, because of
being used to noises. When, though, is it
appropriate to keep quiet rather than to speak?
There is propriety in remaining silent in at least
three areas of life – as a mark of respect, as
evidence of discretion and as an aid to meditation
IN-DEPTH
TRADE AGREEMENT
WITH EFTA GOOD
FOR DEVELOPMENT
Mamata ditches Cong,
to go solo in Bengal
t took 15 years of work for Indian and four
European countries to sign a Free Trade
Agreement. The four nations---Norway, Ice-
land, Switzerland and Liechtenstein---will make an
investment of $100 billion in return for removal of
import tariffs on most of their industrial products.
This is India’s first free trade agreement with Western
countries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the
agreement “a watershed moment” for India and the
other signatories as it aims to wean investment away
from China. Vietnam, Mexico and a few other coun-
tries are giving competition to India in attracting in-
vestments.
India’s 18 percent tariff is higher than in other coun-
tries and it has a trade deficit with most of its trading
partners.TheTrade and Economic PartnershipAgree-
ment (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Associa-
tion (EFTA) would boost India’s services sector, Food
Processing, Engineering and Pharma.
More importantly, with the prospect of huge in-
vestments the deal offers hope for the country’s pro-
gress just before the parliamentary elections.
I
s was expected, INDIAbloc suffered its big-
gest jolt in West Bengal where Mamata Ba-
nerjee announced a full list of 42 Trinamool
Congress candidates leaving not even a single seat
for the Congress party. The opposition bloc which,
besides Congress, also includes the CPI-M will have
to fight a four-cornered contest with the BJP. The
saffron party, which won 18 of the 42 seats in 2019,
would relish the contest as it has cornered the Trina-
mool Congress over Sandeshkhali and corruption
and could comfortably overtake West Bengal’s rul-
ing party’s Lok Sabha tally of 22 after the split in
opposition votes.
Congress is lucky
to have stitched seat-
sharing deals with
the Samajwadi Party
in Uttar Pradesh,
with the DMK in Ta-
mil Nadu, with the
Aam Aadmi Party in
Gujarat, Haryana,
Delhi, Chandigarh
and Goa and with the
Indian Union Mus-
lim League (IUML).
The progress is slow
in Maharashtra. In
Bihar, the seat-shar-
ing formula is yet to
be thrashed out.
Lok Sabha elec-
tion dates could be
announced any time now and Congress has a lot of
catching up to do. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
has criss-crossed the country launching a tunnel
here, an airport there and inspecting the development
work at another place. His pre-election schedule has
been hectic whereas the Opposition is conspicuous
by its invisibility on the ground. In its previous ava-
tar the Bharat Jodo yatra had no mojo, and it is un-
likely to have any impact this time too.
At present the Opposition appears more divided
than together and unprepared for the electoral battle
with a dominant party.
A
Congress is lucky to
have stitched seat-
sharing deals with
the Samajwadi Party
in Uttar Pradesh,
with the DMK in
Tamil Nadu, with the
Aam Aadmi Party in
Gujarat, Haryana,
Delhi, Chandigarh
and Goa and with the
(IUML)
“S
Warm wishes to the CISF personnel
and their family members on their
raising day. As a force, the @CISFHQrs
is an embodiment of courage and patriotism
that guards the nation’s critical infrastructure
and ensures that the development of the nation
remains unhindered. Salutations to the martyrs
who laid their lives for the security of the nation.
Amit Shah (Modi Ka Parivar)
@AmitShah
A great day for India’s partnership with
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and
Switzerland. Congratulate my colleague
CIM @PiyushGoyal on this achievement. The
India-EFTA Trade Economic Partnership
Agreement (TEPA) signed today is a bold
achievement. It reflects a new way of furthering
international economic collaboration.
Dr. S. Jaishankar (Modi Ka Parivar)
@DrSJaishankar
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INDIA 06
PUNEKOLHAPURGET
NEWAIRPORTTERMINALS
Pune: PM Narendra
Modi on Sunday
virtually inaugurated
the new terminal buildings
of the Pune and Kolhapur
airports in Maharashtra
which will be equipped with
various modern amenities.
State Deputy Chief Minis-
ters Devendra Fadnavis
and Ajit Pawar were present
at the Pune airport for the
event. Fadnavis said the
govt is planning to develop
a new airport at Purandar in
Pune district.
MP: AIRPORT TERMINALS
UNVEILED BY PM MODI
Bhopal: Prime Min-
ister Narendra Modi
on Sunday virtually
inaugurated the terminal
buildings of Gwalior and
Jabalpur airports in Madhya
Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh
Chief Minister Mohan
Yadav said the inauguration
of the new airport at Gwalior
named after Rajmata
Vijayaraje Scindia under the
leadership of Prime Minister
Modi is a new record of
development for changing
India.
‘PRIORITYOF‘DOUBLE-
ENGINE’GOVTIS
WELFAREOFWOMEN’
Raipur: Prime
Minister Nar-
endra Modi on
Sunday inaugurated
the ‘Mahtari Vandan’
scheme in Chhattisgarh
to provide monetary as-
sistance to women and
said the “double-engine”
government’s priority is
the welfare of women.
Virtually addressing the
function in the BJP-ruled
state, Modi said his govt
has taken a resolve to
make three crore women
“lakhpati didi” in the
country. “It is fortunate
that today I got an op-
portunity to dedicate the
Mahtari Vandan scheme
aimed at empowering
‘nari shakti’. Under the
scheme, we had prom-
ised to give Rs 1,000 per
month to more than 70
lakh women and today
the BJP government has
fulfilled it,” he said.
PM UNVEILS PROJECTS WORTH `34,700 CR IN UP
TRAFFIC ADVISORY ISSUED AHEAD OF PM’s VISIT
Azamgarh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on
Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation
stones of several development projects worth
more than Rs 34,700 crore across the state. Modi inau-
gurated Azamgarh, Shravasti, Chitrakoot, and Aligarh
airports and a new terminal of Chaudhary Charan Singh
International Airport, Lucknow.
Gurugram: Ahead of the inauguration of Dwarka
Expressway on Monday by Prime Minister Naren-
dra Modi, the Gurugram Traffic Police has issued
an advisory. The Gurugram Traffic Police shared a state-
ment along with a video message on X (formerly Twitter).
The statement urged the commuters going from Dwarka
Clover Leaf towards IMT to avoid the road till 4 PM, until
and unless it is an emergency.
The new terminal building of the Lohegaon international airport
in Pune will be spread over 7,50,000 square feet.
Centreaimstomake3crwomen‘lakhpatididi':PM
PTI
Raipur
Prime Minister Narendra
Modi on Sunday said his
government has resolved
to make three crore wom-
en in the country lakh-
pati didi and asserted
that women's welfare is
their priority.
The PM was speaking
after virtually inaugurat-
ing the 'Mahtari Vandan'
scheme in Chhattisgarh
to provide monetary as-
sistance to women.
It is fortunate that to-
day I got an opportunity
to dedicate the Mahtari
Vandan scheme aimed at
empowering 'nari shak-
ti'. Under the scheme,
we had promised to give
Rs 1,000 per month to
more than 70 lakh wom-
en and today, the BJP
government has fulfilled
it, Modi said addressing
the function via video
conference.
LIGHT HOUSE PROJECT
INAUGURATEDINRANCHI
Ranchi: Prime
Minister Narendra
Modi on Sunday
virtually inaugurated Light
House Project (LHP) in
Ranchi’s Dhurwa area. At
a programme in Ranchi, 10
beneficiaries were handed
over keys of houses as
token distribution, director
of Directorate of Munici-
pal Administration Aditya
Kumar Anand said.
PM MODI APPLAUDS
INDIA-EFTA PACT
New Delhi: PM Nar-
endra Modi on Sun-
day said the signing
of the trade agreement
between India and the four-
nation European bloc EFTA
is a “watershed moment”
as it symbolises shared
commitment to open, fair
and equitable trade. The
EFTA members are Iceland,
Liechtenstein, Norway, and
Switzerland.
TMC faces backlash
over ‘outsiders’ in WB
candidate lineup
Agencies
Kolkata
Soon after Trinamool
Congress General Secre-
tary Abhishek Banerjee
announced party candi-
dates for 42 Lok Sabha
constituencies in West
Bengal, BJP said that the
list is loaded with “out-
siders” many of whom
are “BJP discards”.
BJP’s Information
Technology Cell Chief
and party’s Central Ob-
server for West Bengal
Amit Malviya ridiculed
certain names which fea-
tured in the list in his X
post.
Malviya targeted
Shatrughan Sinha (Asan-
sol), KirtiAzad (Bardha-
man-Durgapur), Yusuf
Pathan (Baharampur),
Krishna Kalyani
(Raiganj), Mukut Mani
Adhikari (Ranaghat),
Sujata Mondal (Bishnu-
pur), Biswajit Das (Ban-
gaon) and Biplab Mitra
(Balurghat).
PREPS FOR UPCOMING LOK SABHA POLLS
Demand for private jets, helicopters to rise up to 40 pc
PTI
New Delhi
s political par-
ties prepare to
fight it out in
the Lok Sabha polls, the
demand for chartered
planes and helicopters is
expected to jump by up
to 40 per cent compared
to the previous general
elections, according to
industry experts.
Helicopters are antici-
pated to be more in de-
mand compared to fixed-
wing aircraft as choppers
will help in providing
accessibility to rural and
remote areas in a shorter
time.
“There will be an ex-
ponential demand for pri-
vate jets and the demand
is expected to outstrip the
availability of chartered
planes and helicopters.
There is a limited supply
of chartered planes and
helicopters,” Club One
Air CEO Rajan Mehra
told PTI.
With increased de-
mand, some players will
be taking chartered
planes and helicopters on
lease during the general
elections for which the
dates are expected to be
announced in the coming
days.
Chartered plane and
helicopter services are
charged on an hourly ba-
sis.
Business Aircraft Op-
erators Association
(BAOA) Managing Di-
rector Captain R K Bali
told PTI that during the
Lok Sabha polls, the de-
mand for private char-
tered planes and helicop-
ters is expected to in-
crease by 30 to 40 per
cent compared to the
previous elections.
Official data showed
that there were 112 Non-
Scheduled Operators
(NSOPs) at the end of
December 2023.
Generally, NSOPs are
entities that do not have a
particular fixed schedule
and fly when there is a
requirement.
Since the demand will
be high, players are ex-
pected to take planes on
lease for chartered opera-
tions, especially helicop-
ters, Bali said and added
that there are around 111-
112 NSOPs and out of
them, 40-50 per cent op-
erate single aircraft.
A
‘DOORS STILL OPEN’: CONGRESS ON MAMATA
BANERJEE ANNOUNCING TMC CANDIDATES’ LIST
New Delhi: Soon after the TMC declared candidates
from all LS seats in West Bengal, the Cong on Sun-
day said its doors are open for an alliance till the with-
drawal of nominations and maintained that any agreement
has to be finalised through negotiations and not by unilateral
announcements. West Bengal CM Banerjee at a public rally
in Kolkata announced the names of 42 candidates for the
LS election in the state. “Our doors are always open and
an alliance can happen anytime before withdrawal,” Cong
president Mallikarjun Kharge said over the development.
TRINAMOOL DROPS
SEVEN SITTING MPS
Kolkata: The TMC
on Sunday released
its candidate roster
for all 42 Lok Sabha seats
in West Bengal, ushering a
major overhaul by drop-
ping seven incumbent MPs
and introducing numerous
new faces, including former
cricketer Yusuf Pathan.
Film star-turned-politician
Shatrughan Sinha, who won
the Asansol seat in a by-poll
on a TMC ticket in 2022, has
been re-nominated, while
former MP Haji Nurul Islam
replaces actor Nusrat Jahan
in the Basirhat Lok Sabha
seat, where the trouble-torn
Sandeshkhali is situated.
‘We converted difficulties into opportunities'
Agencies
Lucknow
Following the inaugura-
tion of the new terminal at
Lucknow airport by
Prime Minister Narendra
Modi, Defence Minister
Rajanth Singh said that
there has been tremen-
dousdevelopmentinLuc-
know under PM Modi’s
leadership, adding that
the Prime Minister “con-
verted the challenges into
opportunities.”.
Addressing the gather-
ing after the inauguration
of the new terminal at
Lucknow airport, Rajnath
Singh said that there have
been a lot of challenges
but under PM Modi’s
leadership, these chal-
lenges were transformed
into opportunities.
“Earlier, air travel was
considered to be an elite
class thing but we ended
the gap between the poor
and the rich by enhancing
the regional connectivity,
through the scheme,
UDAN),” he added.
SCINDIA LAUDS PM
MODI’S LEADERSHIP
Bhopal: Civil
Aviation Minister
Jyotiraditya Scindia
on Sunday said that a great
leader is one who always
thinks about the progress of
the country and under the
leadership of Prime Minister
Narendra Modi, India is
witnessing tremendous
growth which is visible. “It is
the first time in the last 75
years that 15 new airport
terminals, including three
airports, are being inau-
gurated at one time. It is a
historic day for the country’s
civil aviation department,”
Scindia said.
Defence Minister Rajanth Singh
Raising awareness!
Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created a sand sculpture on Puri beach, Odisha. Anurag
Thakur said that #MeraPehlaVoteDeshKeliye campaign has reached every corner of the
country, filling the first-time voter with an unmatched excitement to be a part of the
democratic process, we see a beautiful expression of this campaign engraved on sands.
India will not tolerate PM Modi’s
‘insult’: BJP hits back at Akhilesh
PTI
Lucknow
The Bharatiya Janata
Party (BJP) on Sunday
sharply retaliated on
Akhilesh Yadav’s state-
ment regarding Prime
Minister Narendra Modi,
claiming the party is go-
ing to win again and the
“hooliganism” of the Sa-
majwadi Party is going to
lose again.
Uttar Pradesh Deputy
Chief Minister and senior
BJP leader Keshav Pras-
ad Maurya warned the
Samajwadi Party (SP)
chief in a post on social
media platform ‘X’
“SP chief Shri Akh-
ilesh Yadav ji should
keep in mind that Prime
Minister Shri Narendra
Modi ji is the most popu-
lar leader not only in In-
dia but in the world,”
Maurya said in his post.
“The BJP won the
2014/2017/2019 and
2022 elections (Lok Sab-
ha-Vidhan Sabha) and is
going to win 2024 also.
The SP’s hooliganism is
going to lose again. India
will not tolerate Modi ji’s
insult,” he said.
‘PM MODI WILL BE AT
CENTRE OF LS POLLS’
PM Narendra Modi
will be at the centre
of the LS polls and
whether what he stands
for is for the good of the
people of the country would
be the subject matter of the
elections, Rajya Sabha MP
Kapil Sibal said on Sunday.
PMDESTROYEDDYNASTIC
POLITICS,SAYSNAQVI
Alleging that the
country witnessed
an “era of policy
paralysis” during the suc-
cessive Congress govts,
BJP leader Mukhtar Abbas
Naqvi on Sunday said PM
Modi has destroyed “corrup-
tion and dynastic politics”.
Hisar MP Brijendra Singh
resigns, joins Congress
13 additional judges elevated
as permanent judges
PTI
New Delhi
BJP MP Brijendra Singh
on Sunday resigned from
the primary membership
of the Bharatiya Janata
Party. He attributed his
decision to “compelling
political reasons”. He
later joined the Congress.
“I have resigned from
the primary membership
of BJP, due to compelling
political reasons. I extend
gratitude to the party, Na-
tional President Sh. JP
Nadda, Prime Minister
Sh. Narendra Modi, Sh
Amit Shah for giving me
the opportunity to serve
as the Member of Parlia-
ment for Hisar,” he wrote
on X.
Senior Congress lead-
ers Ajay Maken, Mukul
Wasnik and Deepak Ba-
baria were present at
party chief Mallikarjun
Kharge’s residence when
Bijendra Singh joined the
party.
PTI
New Delhi
Thirteen additional judg-
es from three high courts
were on Sunday elevated
as permanent judges.
While 10 additional
judges of Punjab and Har-
yana High Court were
made permanent judges,
two fromAndhra Pradesh
High Court were also el-
evated.
One judge whose par-
ent high court is the
Andhra Pradesh High
Court was made a perma-
nent judge of Madhya
Pradesh High Court.
Union Law Minister
Arjun Ram Meghwal an-
nounced their elevation
on X.
Additional judges are
usually appointed for a
period of two years before
being elevated as judges
or what is colloquially
called“permanentjudge”.
Chartered plane and
helicopter services
are charged on an
hourly basis. The
industry experts
opined that the
prices can vary
between Rs 4.5 lakh
to Rs 5.25 lakh per
hour for a chartered
plane
PM Modi with CM Yogi during the foundation stone laying
ceremony of various developmental projects, in Azamgarh.
10 addl judges of
Punjab and Haryana
HC were made
permanent judges,
two from AP HC were
also elevated

NEWS 07
CNN Report
‘MAKE IN INDIA, MAKE FOR THE WORLD’
Mobile phone manufacturing scripts unmatched success story
Agencies
New Delhi
he growth of
Mobile Phone
production in
India over a decade is be-
ing described as an un-
matched success story in
the manufacturing sector.
While 78% of all the
mobile phones sold in the
country in 2014 were im-
ported, today 97% of the
mobiles phones are man-
ufactured in India.
According to industry
body, India Cellular
Electronics Associarion,
ICEA, mobile phone
production, in value
terms has surged from
Rs 18,900 crores in 2014-
15 to an estimated Rs
4.10 lakh crores in FY24,
registering over 20 fold
increase.
Cumulatively, more
than 245 crore mobile
phone sets have been
produced in India during
the last 10 years.
In 2014-15, mobile
phone exports from India
were a mere Rs.1,556
crores. The industry ex-
pects to end FY24 with
an estimated export of
Rs.1,20,000 crores. Driv-
en by this export growth,
mobile phones have now
become India’s 5th larg-
est export as an individu-
al commodity.
This exponential
growth in production, ex-
ports and self-sufficiency
stems from a conducive
policy environment, and a
close working relation-
ship between industry and
key Government Minis-
tries such as Ministry of
Electronics IT, DPIIT,
Ministry of Commerce,
Ministry of Finance, NITI
Aayog and the PMO.
In May 2017, the Indi-
an government an-
nounced the Phased Man-
ufacturing Programme
(PMP) to promote the
domestic production of
mobile handsets.
This initiative helped
in building a robust indig-
enous mobile manufac-
turing ecosystem in India
and incentivized large-
scale manufacturing.
From just 2 mobile
phone factories in 2014,
India now has become the
second largest mobile
phone producer in the
world.
The industry expects to end FY24 with an estimated export of `1,20,000 crore.
Gadkarilaysfoundation
for22NHprojects
Assam: Woman raped,
killed; accused held
Satwik-Chiragduosails
intoFrenchOpenfinal
Girl, 6, raped by
underage boys in UP
Mysuru: Union Minister
for Road Transport and
Highways Nitin Gadkari on
Sunday inaugurated and laid
the foundation stone for 22
National Highway projects,
spanning 268 Km and
valued at over Rs 4,000
Crore. Notably, initiatives
like the Huliyar-KB cross-
Chunchanahalli-Nelligere
Road aims to enhance
connectivity between
Mysuru and North Karna-
taka, an official release said.
Guwahati: A 28-year-
old woman was
allegedly raped and killed by
two persons in Darrang
district of Assam, police said
on Sunday. Darrang
Superintendent of Police
Prakash Sonowal told PTI
that the woman, who works
as a daily wager at a brick
kiln in Naodinga village went
missing on March 7. The SP
said that the woman was
staying with her husband to
work in the brick kiln.
New Delhi: India’s
world number one pair
of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
and Chirag Shetty stormed
into the men’s doubles final
of the French Open Super
750 tournament after
beating South Korea’s Seo
Seung Jae and Kang Min
Hyuk in straight games here.
This is the duo’s third
consecutive final of the year
and the third time in this
tournament. They won
21-13, 21-16 in the doubles
semifinal on Saturday.
New Delhi: A six-year-
old girl was allegedly
raped by two boys in a
village here under the
Dubahar Police Station area
of the district, police on
Sunday said. Additional
Superintendent of Police
Durga Prasad Tiwari said,
“The incident according to
family members occurred on
March 7. An FIR regarding
the incident has been
lodged on the complaint
given by the father of the
girl. Both the accused in the
case are minors.”
CRUCIAL READ
Countryagreeswith‘Modiki
guarantee'today:Jaishankar
First India Bureau
New Delhi
ExternalAffairs Minister
S. Jaishankar took some
time off diplomacy to ap-
preciate art at the Viksit
Bharat Ambassador Art-
ist Workshop in the capi-
tal on Sunday as artists
from across the country
envisioned their dreams
of a developed India on
canvas.
“#ModiKiGuarantee
was the underlying mes-
sage that the country
agrees with today,”
EAM S. Jaishankar, said
as he admired some of
the artworks.
It covers a wide range
of promises across sec-
tors, citizens, schemes.
As stated on the Modi’s
website, it means a stead-
fast commitment to the
welfare of the people.
“It isaguaranteeforthe
developmentoftheyouth,
empowerment of the
women, welfare of farm-
ers, and all marginalised
vulnerable who have
been ignored,” he said.
EAM S Jaishankar looks at a painting made by an artist during a day-long camp organised to
create a range of artworks driven by the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’, in New Delhi on Sunday. PTI
“BOLD ACHIEVEMENT”,
SAYS EAM ON EFTA
New Delhi: Calling
the signing of the
India-EFTA Trade
and Economic Partnership
Agreement (TEPA) a “bold
achievement”, External Af-
fairs Minister S. Jaishankar
said on Sunday that the
move reflects a new way
of furthering international
economic collaboration.
India inked the landmark
agreement with the four-
nation European Free Trade
Association (EFTA) in New
Delhi to usher in increased
trade and investment flows,
job creation, and economic
growth in the country. “A
great day for India’s partner-
ship with Iceland, Liechten-
stein, Norway and Switzer-
land,” EAM Jaishankar wrote
on X as he congratulated
his colleague and Union
Minister Piyush Goyal.
YOU ALL WILL BECOME WITNESSES
TO ‘VIKAS KI KRANTI’: GOYAL
New Delhi: Union Minister Piyush Goyal
attended the Viksit Bharat Ambassadors
Artist Workshop on Sunday, and hailed
the pioneering and innovative artworks
done by the artists to promote the idea
of a developed India by 2047. The min-
ister said their effort and endeavour will
not go unnoticed and ‘all of you all will
become witnesses to the Vikas ki Kranti’.
“ARTISTS AS ENVOYS OF ‘VIKSIT
BHARAT’ WILL BECOME PARTNER”
New Delhi: From charcoal sketching to
oil painting, a large number of artists
gathered at the historic Purana Quila
as part of a daylong camp to bring their
vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ on canvas. Union
minister Piyush Goyal in his address said
these artists as ambassadors of ‘Viksit
Bharat’ will “become a partner in a new
revolution, a development revolution”.
Netanyahu ‘hurting Israel’ by not
preventing civilian deaths: Biden
Agencies
Wilmington, Del
President Joe Biden said
Saturday that he be-
lieves Israeli Prime
Minister Benjamin Net-
anyahu is “hurting Israel
more than helping Isra-
el” in how he is ap-
proaching its war against
Hamas in Gaza.
The U.S. leader ex-
pressed support for Is-
rael’s right to pursue
Hamas after the Oct. 7
attack, but said of Net-
anyahu that “he must
pay more attention to
the innocent lives being
lost as a consequence of
the actions taken.”
Biden has for months
warned that Israel risks
losing international sup-
port over mounting ci-
vilian casualties in
Gaza, and the latest re-
marks in an interview
with MSNBC’s Jona-
than Capehart pointed to
the increasingly strained
relationship between the
two leaders.
Biden said of the
death toll in Gaza, “it’s
contrary to what Israel
stands for. And I think
it’s a big mistake.”
Biden said a potential
Israeli invasion of the
Gaza city of Rafah,
where more than 1.3 mil-
lion Palestinians are shel-
tering, is “a red line” for
him, but said he would
not cut off weapons like
the Iron Dome missile
interceptors which pro-
tect the Israeli civilian
populace from rocket at-
tacks in the region.
“It is a red line,” he
said, when asked about
Rafah, “but I’m never
going to leave Israel.
The defense of Israel is
still critical, so there’s
no red line I’m going to
cut off all weapons so
they don’t have the Iron
Dome to protect them.”
US President Joe Biden criticises Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s
approach, expressing concern for the death toll in Gaza.
MAJOR WAR UPDATES
z The United States and
Jordan carried out a new
airdrop of humanitarian
aid to Gaza’s Palestinians
on Sunday, parachuting in
over 11,500 meals.
z Hezbollah militants
launched about 35 rockets
at northern Israel on
Sunday morning, prompt-
ing another round of Israeli
strikes: Israeli sources
z The Israel Defense
Forces (IDF) said in a
statement that the rockets
were fired towards the
Meron area in Upper
Galilee. Seven of the
launches were intercepted
by Israel’s air defense
systems, the IDF said.
PMModi’soutreachto
Putinhelpedavert
‘nuke’crisisinUkraine
ANI
Washington DC [US]
As the Russia-Ukraine
conflict raged in 2022, the
US started “preparing rig-
orously” for a potential
nuclear strike by Moscow
against Kyiv, in what
would have been the first
nuclearattacksincetheUS
droppingatomicbombson
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
nearly eighty years before,
CNN reported citing two
senior officials.
The report stated that
outreach from PM Naren-
dra Modi and other coun-
tries also played an impor-
tant role in averting the
crisis.The Biden adminis-
tration was specifically
concerned Russia might
use a tactical or battlefield
nuclear weapon, the offi-
cials said. Amid the fears,
the US sought to enlist the
help of non-allies includ-
ing India, to discourage
Russia from such an at-
tack, as reported by CNN.
“One of the things we
did was not only message
them directly but strongly
urge, press, encourage
other countries, to whom
they might be more atten-
tive, to do the same thing,”
the senior administration
official said.
US officials say that
outreach and public
statements from PM
Modi and others helped
avert a crisis.
US, UK, and French military shoot down Houthi drones
Agencies
Cairo, U.S
French and British
forces downed dozens of
drones in the Red Sea
area overnight and on
Saturday after Yemen’s
Iran-aligned Houthis tar-
geted bulk carrier Propel
Fortune and U.S. de-
stroyers in the region, the
U.S. military said.
The Houthis have been
attacking ships in the Red
Sea and Gulf of Aden
since November in what
they say is a campaign of
solidarity with Palestini-
ans during Israel’s war
against Hamas in Gaza.
The group’s military
spokesman Yahya Sarea
said in a televised speech
on Saturday they had tar-
geted the cargo vessel
and “a number of U.S.
war destroyers at the Red
Sea Gulf of Aden with
37 drones”. U.S. Central
Command said the U.S.
military coalition forc-
es had downed at least 28
uncrewed aerial vehicles
over the Red Sea in the
early hours of Saturday.
The HMS Richmond fires
missiles to shoot down Houthi
drones heading toward
the ship, on the Red Sea on
Saturday.
Women’s Day webinar sheds
light on Agri entrepreneurs
First India Bureau
New Delhi
In a commendable initia-
tive on International
Women’s Day, the Agri-
culture Today Group, in
collaboration with Heifer
India, organized a special
webinar titled “Empow-
ering Women: Driving
Gender Equality and En-
trepreneurship.”
The event focused on
the challenges and op-
portunities faced by
women entrepreneurs in
agriculture, specifically
within Self-Help
Groups (SHGs) and the
Community Agro Vet-
erinary Entrepreneurs
(CAVEs) network.
The webinar, which
aimed to highlight the
transformative power of
entrepreneurship in em-
powering women and
fostering gender equality
in rural communities,
featured insightful dis-
cussions and inspiring
stories from successful
women farmers associ-
ated with Heifer India.
The welcome address
was delivered by
Rina Soni, Country
Director Heifer India,
who set the tone for
the discussions that
followed. Anjana
Nair, Group Editor
ATG, moderated the
session.
Cheetah Gamini gives birth to five
cubs at MP’s Kuno National Park
PTI
Bhopal
Cheetah ‘Gamini’ on
Sunday gave birth to five
cubs in Kuno National
ParkinMadhyaPradesh’s
Sheopur district, taking
the total number of the
big cats in the country to
26, Union Minister Bhu-
pender Yadav said.
Taking to social media
platform X, the Union
Minister of Environment,
Forests and Climate
Change said, “High Five,
Kuno! Female cheetah
Gamini, aged about 5
years, brought from
Tswalu Kalahari Re-
serve, South Africa, has
given birth to 5 cubs to-
day.” The number of
cheetah cubs born in In-
dia now stands at 13, the
minister added.
This is the fourth chee-
tah litter on Indian soil
and the first litter of chee-
tahs brought from South
Africa, Yadav informed.
In March last year,
cheetah Jwala (Namibian
name Siyaya) had given
birth to four cubs but
only one managed to sur-
vive. Jwala gave birth to
her second litter of four
cubs in January this year.,
which was followed by
cheetahAasha delivering
three cubs.
Female cheetah Gamini with its newly born cubs at Kuno
National Park in Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh. PTI
MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS
z 97% of all mobile
phones sold in India are
made in India
z 30% of production is
now meant for exports
z PLI scheme attracts
global players, boosts
production
z Cumulatively, over 245
crore mobile phone sets
have been produced in In-
dia during the last 10 years
T

Vikas Sharma
Jaipur
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma
while addressing a cere-
mony organised at CMO
on Sunday on the occa-
sion of the signing of
MoUs and PPA worth Rs
1.60 lakh cr for thermal
and renewable energy
projects, and other devel-
opment works in the
state. CM announced that
within just three months,
the State govt has taken
historic strides toward
achieving self-reliance in
various sectors. Sharma
credited fruitful discus-
sions with Union Minis-
ters Pralhad Joshi and
Rajkumar Singh for en-
suring adequate coal sup-
ply, with Raj now receiv-
ing 23 coal rakes daily,
leading to a 1000 MW
increase in power gener-
ation from thermal units.
Dy CM Diya Kumari
lauded the joint efforts of
the central and state
govts, citing a new MOU
between REC Limited
and State govt, securing
loans worth Rs 20,000 cr
for various projects. En-
ergy Minister Heeralal
Nagar committed to meet
demand promptly, echo-
ing PM’s vision. Union
Coal Secretary Amritlal
Meena hailed an 11%
boost in coal production
for enhanced energy se-
curity. CS Sudhansh Pant
emphasised swift execu-
tion, with 1L registrations
underPMSuryagharYojana.
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra launches new
helicopter service in Lake City, Udaipur
DrChandrainauguratesUdaipur
HealthFest,stressespositivelifestyle
Ravi Sharma
Udaipur
MD and Editor-
In-Chief of
First India
News, Dr Jagdeesh
Chandra during his
Udaipur tour on Sunday,
inaugurated the dedicat-
ed helicopter service
which will start for the
first time in the city. Dr
Chandra congratulated
Jaiprakash Joshi and his
team for starting the heli-
copter services here.
Many distinguished
guests were also present
on this occasion. This
initiative would further
boost tourism in the city
as it would be easier for
tourists to reach Udaipur.
Through this dedicated
helicopter service started
by Skyline Services, tour-
ist places here will be eas-
ilyconnectedtootherdes-
tinations in the vicinity.
Tourists will save the
travel time.
First India Bureau
Udaipur
MD Editor-In-Chief
of First India Newsof
First India News, Dr
Jagdeesh Chandra inau-
gurated the Udaipur
Health Festival during
his visit to Udaipur. BJP
MLA from Nathdwara,
member of erstwhile
Royal family of Mewar
Vishwaraj Singh Mewar
and actor Mugdha Godse
were also present during
the programme.
Addressing a session
during the festival, Dr
Chandra shared tips to
stayhealthy.Hehighlight-
ed the importance of a
positivelifestyletoremain
healthy. Medical experts
from different parts and
representatives of various
medical institutions also
participatedinHealthFes-
tival held here for the first
time. More on P-12
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with (L-R) Anurag Sanadhya, Satpal Singh, Jaiprakash Joshi, Sohan Singh, Rao
Ajatshatru and Raju Bhai during the launch of Chopper services in Udaipur on Sunday.
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra inaugurates Udaipur Health Festival in
Udaipur on Sunday. Vishwaraj Singh Mewar, Mugdha Godse Dr
Anand Gupta were present.
C
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Life is made from a million choices we make
daily, what to hold close and what to let go!
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra, CMD Editor-in-Chief
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
Postal Reg No. JPC/004/2022-24
MoUs PPA signing
Rajwillbecomeself-reliantinEnergySector:CM
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma addresses during the signing ceremony for MOUs and PPAs for
thermal and renewable energy projects, broadcasting infra and other development works at the CMO
in Jaipur on Sunday. Diya Kumari, Heeralal Nagar, Amritlal Meena and Sudhansh Pant were present.
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma addresses during a programme wherein
various Congress leaders including Lal Chand Kataria, Rajendra
Yadav, KL Bairwa, Alok Beniwal, Richpal Singh Mirdha, Rampal
Sharma, Ram Narayan Kisan RS Bhindar joined BJP at BJP
HQs in Jaipur on Sunday. Diya Kumari, Bhupinder Yadav, CP
Joshi, Vijaya Rahatkar, Arun Singh, Rajendra Rathore and
others were present. SUNIL SHARMA
CMhighlightsacollapsedpowersystemseverecrisisinRaj,attributingittopreviousgovt’s mismanagement
‘TEAM EFFORT’ PROPELS CM BHAJAN LAL
SHARMA’s ENERGY SECTOR VISION IN 3 MONTHS
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma’s ambitious
energy sector agenda has rapidly materialised with
the signing of MoU-PPA agreements for power
projects totaling 31,825 MW. Spearheaded by Chief
Secretary Sudhansh Pant and ACS (Energy) Alok Gupta,
the expert team delivered remarkable outcomes within just
three months. Supported by ACS (Finance) Akhil Arora,
the initiative attracted a staggering investment of Rs 1.60
lakh crore. CM Sharma personally oversaw the signing
ceremony at the CMO, reaffirming the government’s com-
mitment to advancing the Energy Sector.
GEHLOT CONDEMNS
CONG DEFECTIONS
Former CM Ashok
Gehlot criticised
Congress defec-
tions, urging unity to defend
democ-
racy. He
condemned
leaders leav-
ing during
adversity,
alleging BJP
pressure. He praised Gan-
dhi family’s resilience under
ED scrutiny. He stressed
Cong’s role in safeguarding
democracy amidst tension.
RAHUL KASWAN TO
JOIN CONG TODAY
In an important
political devp, the
effect of which
will be felt in Shekhawati
region, BJP’s
sitting MP
ment Rahul
Kaswan who
was denied
the ticket
by party, is
slated to join the Congress
party today in Delhi. The
joining ceremony will be
conducted by Congress
Prez Mallikarjun Kharge.
LS Speaker Om
Birla to visit
Ayodhya today
First India Bureau
Jaipur
133 leaders and officials,
including CM Sharma
and his cabinet members,
will visitAyodhya for the
first time since the conse-
cration of the Ram Tem-
ple. They will have dar-
shan of Ramlala at the
Shri Ram temple. Shar-
ma will also attend a
function at ShakhaAyod-
hya Dham, Dashrath
Kund. Speaker Om Birla
and his wife Dr Amita
Birla to join Bhumi Pu-
jan, seek Lord Ram’s
darshan, and attend Ma-
haaarti at Saryu’s banks.
MODI TRANSFORMED
INDIA IN 10 YRS: BIRLA
Om Birla criticised
past opposition
govts, citing delays
in Ram Temple and Article
370 abolishment. He lauded
Modi govt’s transformative
decade and anticipated
further progress. He inaugu-
rated a Rs 5.50 cr swimming
pool in Bundi city, emphasis-
ing a religious renaissance.
He commended Centre for
modernising criminal laws
urged citizens to foster
physical mental fitness for
India’s development.
CM VIRTUALLY
INAUGURATES
AMBAPURA LIFT
SCHEME
CM Bhajan Lal
Sharma virtuslly
inaugurated Am-
bapura Lift Scheme in
Kushalbagh, Banswara
aiming to provide effort-
less irrigation access to
several villages in the
region. BJP State Prez,
CP Joshi highlighted
the progress occurring
in State under BJP’s
dual-engine govt. The
virtual inauguration of
Ambapura Lift Scheme
is expected to bring wa-
ter accessibility to many
villages in a convenient
manner. “Previous
regimes neglected
villages, the poor,
farmers. BJP prioritised
their welfare, forming
India’s first Ministry of
Tribal Affairs elevating
National Commission for
STs. once an economi-
cally disadvantaged
tribal dropout, is now the
President, a testament
to BJP’s transformative
governance.
Alongwithcasteequations,BJP
shattersCongressParty’smorale
CONGRESS LEADERS JUMP SHIP TO BJP
Pankaj Soni
Jaipur
In a strategic move ahead
of LS polls, BJP orches-
trated a significant defec-
tion, with 1,370 Congress
leaders joining its ranks in
Rajasthan under Mis-
sion-25. The defections
targeted vulnerable con-
stituencies, focusing on
caste dynamics. This bol-
stered BJP’s position
while denting Congress’
morale. Former Ministers
Lalchand Kataria, Rajen-
dra Yadav and Alok Beni-
wal, who were part of cri-
sis response team during
the political crisis on Ge-
hlot govt, have said good-
bye to Congress. The in-
clusion of Jat leaders like
Richpal and Vijaypal
Mirdha strengthens BJP,
especially in Nagaur. Ran-
dhir Singh Bhindar’s re-
turn in Udaipur adds to
BJP’s gains. This mass
defection highlights inter-
nal strife in Congress,
prompting Gehlot to take
damage control measures.
CS Pant to visit
Jaisalmer today
to attend PM
Modi’s event
Dr Rituraj Sharma
Jaipur
CS Sudhansh Pant is
scheduled to visit Jais-
almer today. He is expect-
ed to leave at
12:00 pm
from theAir-
port. On
Tuesday, he
will be re-
ceiving Prime Minister
Modi at Phalodi Airport.
PM Modi to witness
exercise ‘Bharat
Shakti’ on March 12
Notably, PM Modi will
witness ‘Bharat Shakti’,
a synergised demonstra-
tion of indigenous de-
fence capabilities in the
form of a tri-services live
fire and manoeuvre exer-
cise, in Pokhran on
March 12. The exercise
‘Bharat Shakti’will have
on display an array of in-
digenous weapon sys-
tems. Integrated multi-
domain operations show-
case Indian Armed Forc-
es’ capabilities across
land, air, sea, cyber, and
space domains.
Diya: Efforts to revive
Ramgarh Dam must
for Jpr’s water needs
Bundi: LS Speaker
Birla initiates pond
renovation project
Nirmal Tiwari and
Indu Rathore
Jaipur
The ‘Strive to Revive
Ramgarh Lake’ initiative
gained momentum as vin-
tage jeeps led by the Ra-
jputana Jeep Club spear-
headed the drive. Dy CM
Diya Kumari flagged off
the event, emphasising its
crucial role in securing
Jaipur’s water future.
Supported by 6 IHCLho-
tels, including Ramgarh
Lodge, the drive traversed
key landmarks before
reaching Ramgarh Lake.
Over 100 artists and pho-
tographers showcased
lake’s current state, with
CRPF’s Vikram Sehgal
engaging with them. IH-
CL’s Area Director
GM of Rambagh Palace,
Ashok Rathore were pre-
sent. IHCL Hotels organ-
ised a BallooningActivity.
Bhanwar S Charan
Kota
LS Speaker Om Birla in-
augurated the renovation
of ponds in 54 villages
from Laban village of
Bundi. Birla highlighted
the project’s significance
in improving irrigation
and drinking water facili-
ties for farmers and rural
residents. Water Re-
sources Minister Suresh
Singh Rawat attended the
event, emphasising the
transformative impact of
the initiative under the
RRR scheme. The reno-
vation, costing Rs 62
crore, aims to benefit
both Bundi Kota dists.
Diya Kumari inaugurates the ‘Strive to Revive Ramgarh Lake’
campaign by flagging off a vehicle rally from Chandni Chowk
located at the City Palace in Jaipur on Sunday. NAIM KHAN
Om Birla inaugurates the restoration work for 54 lakes at Laban
village in Bundi district on Sunday. Suresh Singh Rawat is also seen.
Diya Kumari during the
flagging off of vehicle rally
from the City Palace in Jaipur.
I’ve joined BJP under
PM’s leadership,
dedicated to serving at
grassroots level. With
CM Sharma’s initiatives,
we address Raj’s
challenges fulfill
leadership’s directives.
LALCHAND KATARIA,BJP LEADER
We assure all 25 LS
seats in Rajasthan will
be BJP’s. Aligned with
our ideology, we aim
to win 400 seats and
form the government
under PM Modi’s
leadership for 3rd time.
RAJENDRA YADAV, BJP LEADER
Ifeltdisillusionedin
Congafter50years.BJP,
withleaderslike
VajpayeeModi,
upliftedoursociety.
Conglacksleadership,
withmembers
underminingeachother.
Richpal Mirdha, BJP LEADER
THESE ARE THE MoUS PPAS SIGNED DURING
THE CEREMONY AT CHIEF MINISTER’S OFFICE
z A joint venture between Rajasthan Vidyut Utpadan
Nigam (RVUN) and NTPC to set up 1600 MW ultra
supercritical coal-based power project at Chhabra
Thermal Plant. (Signed by Devendra ngi (CMD RVUN)
and R Sarangapani, (Executive Director, NTPC)
z RVUN and NTPC Green Energy Limited signed an
MoU to set up 25,000 MW renewable energy projects.
(Signed by Devendra Shringi (CMD, RVUN) and
Rajeev Gupta (CEO, NGEL)
z A joint venture between RVUN and Coal India
Limited to set up 1,600 MW coal-based and 2,500
MW renewable energy projects. (Signed by Devendra
Shringi (CMD, RVUN) and Dr. Abani K Samantray
(Executive Director, CIL)
z RVUN and NLC India Limited signed an MoU to set
up 125 MW lignite-based projects and 1000 MW solar
projects. Signed by Devendra Shringi (CMD, RVUN)
and J.C. Majumdar (Executive Director, NLC)
z A joint venture between RVPN and the Power Grid
Corporation to strengthen the power transmission sys-
tem in the state. Signed by Nathmal Didel (MD, RVPN)
and DN Rozekar (Executive Director, Power Grid)
z A Power Purchase Agreement signed between RU-
VITL and SJVN Green Energy Limited (Satluj Jal Vidyut
Nigam) to provide 600 MW solar power to the state
distribution companies. (Signed by D.K. Jain (Director
Finance, RUVITL) and Manoj Mittal (DGM, SJVN)
z An MoU was also signed between the Finance
Dept, Govt of Rajasthan, and REC Limited to provide
loans worth Rs 20,000 cr for various depts, undertak-
ings, institutions, and projects in Raj. Signed between
NK Thakral (Secretary to Govt, Finance Department)
and Saurabh Rastogi (Executive Director, REC)

JAIPUR, MONDAY | MARCH 11, 2024
Glamour | Fashion | Bollywood | Hollywood | Lifestyle
A STAR-STUDDED EVENT!
rystyna Pyszkova, hailing from the
Czech Republic, clinched the coveted
title of Miss World in the 71st edition of
the esteemed pageant. And she’s Speaking
passionately about her triumph. P12
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Crafting Timeless Elegance at
Fashion Connect Season 17!
Amidst the glitz and glamour of Fashion Connect Season 17, held at Oaks Ibn
Battuta Gate Hotel in Dubai, by Bharat24 and First India News,presented by Danube
Properties, the spotlight shone brightly on Rocky Star’s captivating grand finale.
Delving into the essence of Adore Jewels, City First brings to light the exquisite
craftsmanship and timeless elegance embodied by Sunaina Jain’s creations!
ashion Con-
nect Season
17 set the
stage ablaze
with a night
of glamour
and innovation at the
Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate
Hotel in Dubai on March
7. Hosted by Bharat24
and First India News,
and generously spon-
sored by Danube
Properties, the event
was a vibrant amal-
gamation of cul-
tures and trends!
Dr Jagdeesh
Chandra, in his open-
ing address, extended a
warm welcome to es-
teemed guests, including
Chief Guest, HH Sheikh
Juma Bin Maktoum Al
Maktoum, and Guest of
Honour, Rizwan Sajan,
Founder Chairman of
Danube Group. Among
the notable attendees
wasYakoobAlAli, Ex-
ecutive Director and
Advisor to HH among
others. The event also
saw appreciation for
Dr Jagdeesh Chan-
dra’s vision and Ri-
zwan Sajan’s con-
stant support, as
expressed by brand am-
bassador Rishee Miglani.
The pinnacle of the
evening was the eagerly
anticipated runway show-
case by the illustrious de-
signer Rocky Star. Models
adorned in Rocky Star’s
creations, accentuated by
the exquisite jewellery
from Adore Jewels by Su-
naina Jain, mesmerized
the audience with their
grace and sophistication.
The show, impeccably
styled by Short Curly
Salon, epitomized the
seamless fusion of cut,
comfort and finesse syn-
onymous with the Rocky
Star brand.
Sunaina Jain, the Crea-
tive Head and Partner of
Adore Jewels in Jaipur,
has cultivated a profound
association with re-
nowned brands over
years. Her keen observa-
tion of evolving customer
preferences has propelled
Adore Jewels to the fore-
front of the industry. With
a commitment to crafts-
manship and unique de-
signs,Adore Jewels epito-
mizes elegance and effort-
less grandeur.At the heart
of Adore Jewels’ collec-
tion lies an enchanting ar-
ray of diamonds and gem-
stones. Whether it’s the
brilliance of diamonds or
the captivating hues of
gold, black and gray,
Adore Jewels’ meticulous
attention to detail perfect-
ly complemented Rocky
Star’s ‘Moon Light Enig-
ma’Autumn-Winter 2024-
25 collection.The show
was expertly directed by
Lokesh Sharma.
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Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and HH Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum
felicitate Sunaina Jain from Adore Jewels for Best Jewellery Designer

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The grand spectacle of Fashion Connect Season 17, presented by Danube
Properties, transcended mere runway elegance. The success of this
extraordinary event was not solely attributed to the mesmerizing fashion
show; it was elevated by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2024 Night. The
presence of luminaries from the fashion industry, including the illustrious
Founder Chairman FTV, Michel Adam; Managing Director at Fashion TV,
Kashiff Khan, and the renowned Ace Filipino Fashion Designer, Micheal Cinco,
infused an undeniable charm into the enchanting evening. Steering this
remarkable affair was the visionary Dr Jagdeesh Chandra, supported by the
dynamic brand Ambassador, Rishee Miglani, and orchestrated by the brilliant
Show Director, Lokesh Sharma. The event was graced by distinguished Chief
Guest HH Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, the distinguished Guest of Honour,
Rizwan Sajan and Special Guest Yaqoob Al Ali. The gathering included various
international guests, members of the Dubai royal family, sponsors,
supermodels from across the industry and many other notable personalities.
City First brings to you essence of this monumental single-day fashion
extravaganza, where elegance, glamour and the crème de la crème of the
fashion world converged in a spectacular display of style and sophistication!
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Dr Jagdeesh Chandra
addressing the audience
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and HH Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum
Al Maktoum felicitate Yash Kalra from The Wedding World
by The Kalra Group for Best Wedding Planner
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with (L-R) Mitali Dusad, Lokesh Sharma, Yaqoob Al Ali, Rishee Miglani and Kavita Chauhan Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with (L-R) Yaqoob Al Ali, HH Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum and Rizwan Sajan Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with (L-R) Rishee Miglani, Kashiff Khan and Yaqoob Al Ali
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and Rizwan Sajan felicitate Sims
Studio by Seema Kalavadia for the Best
Indo-Western Wear Designer Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and HH Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum
felicitate Dr Anirudh Agarwal for Best Orthodontist Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with Micheal Cinco
Yaqoob Al Ali felicitates Mariam from
La Benim for Most Promising
Luxury Footwear Brand
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and Rizwan Sajan felicitate Swagat Ranjan Naman Suri from
Runway Fashion Management for Leading Fashion Agency
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and HH Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al
Maktoum felicitate Amita from Short Curly Salon for Best Salon
(L-R) Rishee Miglani, Edina Lents, Yaqoob Al Ali, Nicole Rodrigues and Lisa Lents
Yaqoob Al Ali felicitates Suraj and Grishma from ASGRY by Rachna and Grishma
for Most Promising Upcoming Designer Apparel Brand for Women Lisa, Nicole, Edina and other guests from Dubai Royal family
(L-R) Anirudh, Honey, Rishee, Lokesh, Shreeyans and Suraj
Rutvi
Tiwari Srishti Khatri Rizwan Sajan with Mr Dubai 2022, Yasser Sonia Karishma
(L-R) Barkha, Meghna, Yash and Samarth
Kavya Harpreet
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with Elnaz Neha Bhatia
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with Rishee Miglani and Michel Adams
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra with Poonam Harsh
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra and Rizwan Sajan felicitate Gauravi, Rajveer and Kavita Chauhan
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rystyna Pyszk-
ova, hailing
from the Czech
R e p u b l i c ,
clinched the
coveted title of Miss World in
the 71st edition of the es-
teemed pageant. Speaking
passionately about her tri-
umph, Krystyna expressed
profound gratitude, stating
that her journey to this victory
had been a long and dedicated
one. The crowning moment
unfolded amidst a grand cer-
emony attended by luminaries
from the world of showbiz,
including Reliance Founda-
tion Chairperson Nita Mukesh
Ambani, Bigg Boss 17 winner
Munawar Faruqui, and actress
Rubina Dilaik, with Miss
World 2022 Karolina Bielaw-
ska from Poland conferring
the crown upon Krystyna.
Competing against repre-
sentatives from over 110 na-
tions,Krystynaemergedvicto-
rious, with Yasmina Zaytoun
of Lebanon securing the posi-
tion of first runner-up. The
crowning moment unfolded
amidst a grand ceremony at-
tended by luminaries from the
world of showbiz, including
Reliance Foundation Chair-
person Nita Mukesh Ambani,
Bigg Boss 17 winner Muna-
war Faruqui, and ac-
tress Rubina Di-
laik, with Miss
World 2022
K a r o l i n a
Bielawska
from Po-
land confer-
ring the
crown upon
Krystyna.
Competing
against repre-
sentatives from over 110 na-
tions, Krystyna emerged vic-
torious, with Yasmina Zay-
toun of Lebanon securing the
position of first runner-up.
Krystyna, currently pursuing a
law degree at Charles Univer-
sity in Prague, dedicates her
time to volunteer work at the
Sonta Foundation inTanzania,
where she imparts English
education to underprivileged
children. Her interests in mu-
sic are evident, having spent
nine years honing her skills at
an art academy.
The Jio World Convention
Centre in BKC hosted the pag-
eant, featuring a panel of dis-
tinguished judges. Among
them were film producer Sajid
Nadiadwala,actorsKritiSanon
and Pooja Hegde, former
cricketer Harbhajan Singh,
news personality Rajat Shar-
ma,socialworkerAmrutaFad-
navis,Vineet Jain, MD of Ben-
nett, Coleman Co. Limited,
Julia Morley, Chairperson and
CEO of the Miss World Or-
ganization, Jamil Saidi, Strate-
gic Partner Host - Miss
World India, and three former
Miss Worlds, including India’s
Manushi Chhillar.
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Nita Ambani’s Humanitarian Triumph
Founder Chairperson of Reliance Foundation Nita Ambani received the prestigious
‘Beauty With a Purpose Humanitarian Award’ on the occasion of the 71st Miss World Finals,
held at the Jio World Convention Centre. Accepting the highest award conferred by the
renowned international pageant, she highlighted the importance of empowering women
in making the world a better place, reaffirming her own lifelong commitment to the cause.
With illustrious former recipients such as Late South African President Nelson Mandela and
Founder of Operation Hunger Ina Perlman, the award serves as an acknowledgment of
Nita Ambani’s work with Indian women and girl children across the spheres of education,
healthcare, art and culture, sports, philanthropy and beyond.
HEALTH FEST!
TODDLER TIME’S HOLI DELIGHT
Shraddha Rawat, the founder
of Toddler Time, orchestrated a
delightful Holi fair, offering families
a unique celebration sans colours
and water. Following the success of
previous events, Rawat’s latest Holi
Mela featured flower-based festivities
on C-Scheme’s city-centre lawn on
Sunday. With an emphasis on fun and
learning, activities included traditional
swings, puppet shows, pottery, and
candle making. Rawat aims to blend
enjoyment with education, catering
to toddlers while promoting women
entrepreneurs. Speaking at the event,
Rawat highlighted the importance
of providing a platform for both
children’s amusement and women’s
empowerment, making Toddler Time’s
Holi celebration a distinctive and
inclusive affair in Jaipur.
SANTOSH
SHARMA
EVENTS!
The royal wedding ceremony of Devraj Singh, grandson
of late Gayatri Devi was recently held at Jai Mahal Palace,
Jaipur. Various dignitaries including Gaj Singh II of
Jodhpur among many others, reached to congratulate
the family and bless the newlyweds.
MLA Kalicharan Saraf inaugurated CCTV cameras funded by his office and a new
assembly building in Basant Bar Colony’s Ward 128 on Sunday. This initiative
aims to enhance security, addressing concerns raised by locals about vehicle
vandalism. Welcomed by Basant Vihar Development Committee officials and
residents, MLA Saraf’s efforts received praise. The event also saw the presence
of notable figures from the community, highlighting the collaborative effort
towards neighbourhood development and safety.
In the village Jahota of Jaipur district, the social
service organization marked International
Women’s Day with enthusiasm on Saturday.
Recognizing outstanding contributions, the
event “Shashakt Mahila Samman Samaroh”
honoured women achievers. Chomu MLA Shikha
Meel Balara emphasized the importance of
reporting crimes against women and staying
vigilant against cyber threats. Keynote speaker
Dr Hemlata Sharma highlighted women’s rights,
urging equal inheritance. Over 200 women
attended, benefiting from health check-ups and
enjoying cultural festivities. Sarpanch Shyam
Pratap Singh Rathore expressed gratitude to
attendees and dignitaries.
Thirteen-year-old prodigy Kashvi
Aggarwal, hailing from Dharavi High
School, continues to dazzle the literary
world with her remarkable talent. Despite
her youth, Kashvi has penned numerous
captivating books, including her latest
release, ‘Petals of a Flower,’ unveiled
recently in the city. Drawing from her
surroundings, Kashvi’s poetic prowess
and storytelling finesse have garnered
global acclaim. Principal Seema Sahjpal
commends Kashvi’s dedication, citing
her as a beacon of talent and inspiration
among students.
Anukampa Residency hosted a vibrant celebration for
Women’s Day, on Saturday, uniting 58 women across
various age groups in the city. Embracing the theme
of Purple and Green, attendees dazzled in stunning
attire. The event buzzed with lively games and activities,
complemented by delicious food stalls. In-house artists
crafted a picturesque backdrop, while entrepreneurial
spirits flourished with Rupali’s Jewel O Studio and Meena’s
The Cotton Thread offering diverse shopping delights.
Laughter and love marked the day’s delightful conclusion.
The Sisters Table’s
8th session marked a
memorable Women’s Day
celebration, hosted by
Ratika Richa, known
as CauldronSisterss, at
Fairfield by Marriott
recently. Accomplished
entrepreneurs gathered
to share favourite food
combinations, from
Tehri to Rajma Chawal,
evoking nostalgia. Women idols like Jayshree Periwal and Rolee Agarwal were honoured, inspiring
admiration. Ratika expressed gratitude for curating alongside such esteemed women, while Richa
found joy in discussing simple pleasures amidst accomplished peers.
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra spearheaded
the inauguration of the Udaipur
Health Fest while visiting the
Lake city on Sunday. Joined by
BJP MLA Vishwaraj Singh Mewar
and film star Mugdha Godse,
the event marked a significant
collaboration. Dr Chandra took
the stage to impart valuable
health insights, stressing the
vitality of maintaining a positive
lifestyle for overall well-being.
The festival, a maiden venture
for Udaipur, attracted medical
experts and representatives from
diverse institutions, enriching the
discourse on health practices.
Miss World 2024 contestants during the finale
Krystyna Pyszkova, Winner
Nita Ambani hounoured with
‘Beauty with a Purpose Humanitarian Award’
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra, Mugdha Godse,
Vishwaraj Singh Mewar cut the inaugural ribbon as other guests applaud
Dr Jagdeesh Chandra Vishwaraj Singh Mewar
felicitate Mugdha Godse
(L-R) Gaj Singh II, Shailendra Singh Abhijeet Singh Badnor
Shraddha Rawat, Nikha Rathore, Rishabh, Shivangi and others
(L-R) Prachi, Miraya, Anamika, Pakhi and Priya

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