November 24, 2025 5:51 PM

Veteran actor Dharmendra passes away at 89; leaders pay tribute

Condolences poured in from political leaders on Monday following the demise of veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra. The 89-year-old actor passed away at his residence in Mumbai after a prolonged period of ill health. His final rites were conducted at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Vile Parle, with several members of the film fraternity in attendance. Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi described Dharmendra’s demise as “heartbreaking” and an “irreparable loss” to Indian ci...

October 6, 2025 10:46 AM

Hospital fire kills at least six patients in Jaipur; PM Modi expresses condolences

At least six people were killed after a massive fire broke out in the intensive care unit (ICU) of the Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur late on Sunday night. According to police officials, the incident was caused by a short circuit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. “The loss of lives due to a fire tragedy at a hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan, is deeply saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the...

July 17, 2025 11:58 AM

Amit Shah to inaugurate cooperative and employment festival in Jaipur today

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate the Cooperative and Employment Festival on Thursday in Dadiya village, Jaipur. The event is part of the International Cooperative Year celebrations declared by the United Nations General Assembly for 2025. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma will also attend the programme.  The festival is being held as part of a nationwide initiative in which 54 cooperative-related responsibilities have been assigned to states. Rajasthan is...

December 17, 2024 10:16 AM

PM Modi to inaugurate and lay foundation for infrastructure projects worth over Rs 46,300 crore in Rajasthan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan on Tuesday to attend the 'Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh' program, marking the completion of one year of the BJP government under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. During the visit, PM Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation for key infrastructure projects valued at over Rs 46,300 crore, aimed at enhancing various sectors including energy, roads, railways, and water. The event, taking place in Jaipur, will witness the inauguration of 9 key pro...