India is a culturally diverse country, and this shows in the innumerable different ways that individuals greet one another in its diverse states. As much as “Namaste” is common knowledge, there exist specific greetings per state that signify local tradition and culture. Besides improving communication, learning these salutations builds an appreciation for the different cultures…
NEW DELHI: 12-year-old Sushila Meena, who previously earned praise from cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, made headlines once again by clean bowling former Olympic medallist and Rajasthan Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore.Meena, known for her exceptional bowling skills, bowled a brilliant delivery that left Rathore stunned, showcasing her immense talent and composure. Her growing recognition highlights the…
NEW DELHI: Suman Kumar from Samastipur district in Bihar made history by claiming all 10 wickets in an innings during the ongoing Under-19 Cooch Behar Trophy match against Rajasthan.The Bihar pacer also achieved a remarkable hat-trick in the 36th over, dismissing Mohit Bhagtani, Anas, and Sachin Sharma in succession. This extraordinary feat adds to his…
JAIPUR: An Independent candidate allegedly slapped Malpura sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) following a dispute over voting at a polling booth in Deoli-Uniara constituency on Wednesday. Independent candidate attacks SDM in Rajasthan The incident was caught on camera in which Naresh Meena, a Congress rebel, was seen assaulting SDM Amit Chaudhary.As per the reports, during the polling,…
Representative Image (IANS Photo) JAIPUR: A 10-year-old male tiger, identified as T-86, was allegedly killed in a retaliatory act after it attacked and killed a 45-year-old resident of Uliyana village near Ranthambore National Park (RNP) in Rajasthan on Saturday. The attack by the tiger led to angry protests, with villagers marching with the man’s body…
JAIPUR: A 13-year-old boy from Surajgarh town in Rajasthan’s Jhunjhunu district died Tuesday after a homemade firecracker exploded in his pocket, leaving him critically injured.The teen, Himanshu, had allegedly made the explosive with a friend’s help by mixing sulphur and potassium — very commonly used materials in cracker manufacture — without their families’ knowledge. They…
JAIPUR: A textbook purportedly on the 2002 Godhra carnage and its aftermath is among four that are being recalled in BJP-governed Rajasthan, a month after these were distributed among govt schools in the state.Rajasthan School Education Council instructed the district education officers on Oct 21 to ask the schools to return all copies of the…
NEW DELHI: BJP on Thursday has announced its candidates for the upcoming assembly by-polls in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh ahead of key elections. In Rajasthan, Karilal Nanoma has been chosen as the party candidate from the Chorasi (ST) seat. In Uttar Pradesh, the BJP has fielded seven candidates, including Ramvir Singh Thakur from Kundarki, Sanjeev…
An Urdu teacher of a government senior secondary school in Rajasthan‘s Beawar district was suspended on Wednesday for offering namaz on the school premises. The action against Asma Parvez, 43, followed a departmental probe. Another teacher, Shagufta, 45, is also facing action. “We have sent a report to the education minister regarding the second teacher…
An Urdu teacher of a government senior secondary school in Rajasthan‘s Beawar district was suspended on Wednesday for offering namaz on the school premises. The action against Asma Parvez, 43, followed a departmental probe. Another teacher, Shagufta, 45, is also facing action. “We have sent a report to the education minister regarding the second teacher…
