Rajasthan

Rajasthan: BJP, Cong rush to rebels, independents as exit polls hint split verdict

As different exit polls for the Rajasthan Assembly elections are hinting to a split verdict in the state, Congress and BJP workers are rushing to rebel and independent candidates to play it safe in case they fall short of the majority mark.

Dec 1, 2023

Exit polls predict edge for Cong in Chhattisgarh, Telangana, for BJP in Rajasthan but divided on MP

The Congress is likely to retain Chhattisgarh, make a comeback in Madhya Pradesh and win for the first time in Telangana by upsetting the ruling BRS, the Times Now-ETG Exit Poll predicted on Thursday.

Dec 1, 2023

Rajasthan registers over 80% voting in six districts, counting on Sunday

Election Commission officials have said that six districts of Rajasthan witnessed more than 80 per cent voter turnout in the Assembly elections on Saturday.

Nov 27, 2023

Rajasthan: 55.63% votes polled till 3 pm; LS Speaker says it reflects strong democracy

Rajasthan Chief Electoral Officer said that at least 56.63 per cent votes were polled in Rajasthan till 3 pm on Saturday.

Nov 25, 2023

Rajasthan gears up for Assembly elections as polling begins, Gehlot casts his vote

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot along with his family visits his ancestral house in Sardarpura ahead of casting his vote

Nov 25, 2023

Kharge to address meetings in Telangana, Rahul & Priyanka to rally in Rajasthan

With just days away for the crucial Assembly elections in both the states, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will address two public meetings in Telangana, while party leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will hold five rallies in Rajasthan on Wednesday.

Nov 22, 2023

It's Congress Vs BJP for Rajasthan Assembly Polls? Neck-to-neck manifestoes, anti-incumbency factor, internal friction make it complicated

Those privy to the nuances of regional politics say Vasundhara Raje has been running a separate campaign after being distanced from BJP

Nov 21, 2023

13 people, including 10 kids, in Rajasthan lose eyesight due to firecracker accidents

A total of 13 people, including 10 children, across several cities of Rajasthan including Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, and Bharatpur lost sight in at least one eye while bursting firecrackers on Diwali, doctors said.

Nov 15, 2023

Tale of 5 states: EC announces dates for assembly polls, cudgels drawn, key issues dictating election campaigns [state-wise break-up]

The five states go to poll between November 7 and November 30 and comprise 1/6th of the total voters in the country.

Oct 10, 2023

EC announces poll dates for 5 states, Counting and results on Dec 3

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the poll schedule for the Assembly elections in Telangana, MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh and Mizoram states from November 7 to November 30 and counting to take place on December 3.

Oct 9, 2023

EC to announce poll schedule for five states today

The Election Commission of India will announce the poll schedule for Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Telangana and Mizoram on Monday.

Oct 9, 2023

BJP announces names of national office-bearers

BJP national president Jagat Prakash Nadda on Saturday announced the names of party's national office-bearers with two former chief ministers-- Raman Singh and Vasundhara Raje from the poll-bound states of Chhattisgarh and Rajasthan being appointed as vice-president

Jul 29, 2023

Rajasthan Assembly Elections: Rahul Gandhi to be in Banswara on World Tribals Day on Aug 9

Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be visiting Rajasthan's Banswara on World Tribal Day (August 9) to address a gathering.

Jul 29, 2023

Carcasses of 3 chinkaras found in Jaisalmer

Wildlife activists have found the carcasses of three chinkaras in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district

Jul 24, 2023

Early indications of silver deposits found in Alwar belt of Rajasthan

After getting clear indications of lead, zinc and silver deposits near Bileta in Alwar's Raini tehsil, the state government has decided to get detailed exploration done from the Rajasthan State Mineral Exploration Trust.

Jul 21, 2023

Ahead of PM Modi's visit to Bikaner, 'Jawab Do Modi Ji' hoardings grab eyeballs

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Bikaner on Saturday , Congress' 'Jawab Do Modi Ji' hoardings installed across the city has caught people's attention.

Jul 8, 2023

Around 14L families in Rajasthan to get Rs 640 LPG subsidy today

Around 14 lakh families of Rajasthan will on Monday get subsidies worth Rs 640 each under Indira Gandhi Gas Cylinder Subsidy Scheme, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has said.

Jun 5, 2023

Ahead of polls, first 100 units of electricity made free in Rajasthan

Ahead of the Assembly election later this year, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot announced 100 units of free electricity per month to all power subscribers -- domestic or commercial.

Jun 1, 2023

All's not well with BJP in Rajasthan

If sources in the saffron party are to be believed, then all is not well with the BJP in Rajasthan.

May 22, 2023

After K'taka, 5 more Assembly elections to test Congress mettle before 2024 Lok Sabha Poll

Currently, the Congress holds power in Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, and Karnataka, while the party shares power in Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Jharkhand as part of coalition alliances.

May 15, 2023