Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually laid the foundation stone for the Sahasra Semiconductor facility in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan—an SME-led ATMP/OSAT chip packaging plant worth over ₹400 crore. The 57,000 sq. ft. site will start at about 60 million units annually and aims for 400–600 million units within 2–3 years. Built with Class 10K and 100K cleanrooms, it already ships more than 60% of output abroad while supporting India’s push to deepen semiconductor capabilities.
India inaugurated its first SME-led semiconductor chip packaging facility by Sahasra Semiconductors Pvt Ltd in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, inside ELCINA’s Electronics Manufacturing Cluster at Salarpur, Khushkhera. Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said electronics production has surged to nearly Rs 13 lakh crore and exports to about Rs 4.24 lakh crore, with mobile phones now leading exports. The facility, backed under the SPECS scheme with investment over Rs 150 crore, uses Class 10K/100K cleanrooms.
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The CBI has laid out new claims in the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, accusing a Rajasthan-based family of orchestrating an interstate network that procured and circulated leaked question papers for ₹10-12 lakh deals. Investigators trace the plot to April 2026, when a Nashik contact allegedly approached a Gurugram resident. They say original mark sheets, roll-number details and a cheque were used as security, with leaked sets sent via Telegram as PDFs before the exam.
Rajasthan petrol pump dealers have alleged that oil marketing companies (OMCs) are reducing fuel supplies to retail outlets while also imposing informal limits on how much petrol and diesel consumers can buy. The Rajasthan Petroleum Dealers Association claims dealers are being told to restrict sales via mobile messages and verbal instructions. In a representation to oil companies, the association warned the step could trigger disputes at fuel stations and potentially escalate into law and order problems across the state.
The NEET-UG paper leak probe has reportedly uncovered a Rajasthan network in Sikar involving multiple people and coaching ties. Investigators allege Yash Yadav, linked to Vikas Biwal, digitized the question paper before it reached students. Students are said to have paid between Rs 3 lakh and Rs 10 lakh for access, prompting deeper investigation into who facilitated the leak and how.
Rajasthan SOG says it dismantled a multi state NEET UG 2026 paper leak conspiracy in seven hours, starting from a high priority intelligence alert at around 8:00 PM on May 8. By 3:00 AM, investigators claimed they had exposed and broken a criminal network linked to suspicious question sets spreading on social media.
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The CBI has taken over the investigation into an alleged NEET UG 2026 paper leak after Rajasthan Police pointed to a wider “paper leak mafia” operating across multiple states. A case has been registered and suspects are being questioned. Investigators claim they found striking matches between a “guess paper” that was sold and the actual exam questions.
The CBI has taken charge of the NEET 2026 paper leak investigation after days of state-level probe activity. More than 150 candidates, along with friends and parents, have already been questioned. Authorities suspect a Rajasthan-Haryana-Maharashtra network involved in distributing alleged leaked questions, prompting the case handover for deeper scrutiny.
In Bhilwara, Rajasthan, police arrested three men accused of mutilating a deceased man by burning his finger and toe to stage an insurance fraud. The victim’s mother alleged a conspiracy and post-death mutilation. Investigators say the plot fell apart because a doctor could not be reached. One accused remains absconding, and police are probing links to similar cases.
Hindustan Zinc has signed an MoU with Group Nirmal to set up a zinc wire manufacturing facility in Rajasthan. The plant will produce high-grade zinc wire for sectors including infrastructure and automotive, aiming to strengthen domestic zinc manufacturing. The collaboration is designed to support higher-value industrial applications and expand India’s capacity for specialized zinc products.
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A mentally unstable youth reportedly climbed into the historic Badi Deg at Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan and was filmed sitting inside the ceremonial cauldron. But within seconds, the situation turned violent, and the youth was brutally assaulted by the crowd rather than escorted out calmly. The CCTV footage has triggered widespread outrage and calls for action.
A fresh NEET 2026 paper leak controversy has surfaced in Rajasthan after the SOG reportedly found evidence tied to Sikar district. Sources allege some questions were shared with students before the May 3 exam, prompting a wider investigation to verify the claims and trace how the leak originated. Authorities say the inquiry is ongoing.
Tamil producer RB Choudary, father of actor Jiiva, died in a road accident on May 5 near Udaipur in Rajasthan. Reports say his car lost balance and struck a divider on the Beawar–Pali–Pindwara Road while he was reportedly heading to a family event. A final video shared online has left netizens deeply shaken.
Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested former PHED minister and senior Congress leader Mahesh Joshi early Thursday, alleging his role in the Jal Jeevan Mission scam. The FIR targets tender dealings worth nearly Rs 960 crore, with accusations that forged documents and fake completion certificates were used to secure contracts, along with bribery and misuse of position.
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave alert indicating intensifying temperatures in West Rajasthan over the coming days. At the same time, hot and humid conditions are expected to persist across coastal stretches, including parts of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam, with coastal Karnataka also seeing similar conditions on select days.
Flight operations resumed at Jodhpur Airport after nearly a month as runway resurfacing work reached completion. An Indian Air Force Dornier aircraft marked the reopening of the main runway, paving the way for civil flights to return to normal. Passengers are now seeing smooth terminal operations, signaling a full restart of regular air travel in the city.
As India swelters in a severe heatwave, Rajasthan is turning to natural cooling instead of air conditioners. Dense shade from Salvadora oleoides trees helps people find noticeably cooler pockets of air, while indoor vetiver grass curtains work like a low-tech air cooler to reduce temperatures. Together, these age-old methods offer practical relief in scorching summer conditions.
Rajasthan’s Shekhawati, known as the world’s largest open-air art gallery, is witnessing the rapid collapse of its fresco-painted havelis. Once owned by merchant families like the Birlas and Dalmias, many structures are deteriorating through neglect and being demolished, threatening cultural heritage and tourism. Experts say immediate government funding and community-led conservation are crucial to stop the loss.
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Lalit Bhasin of the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce rejected US President’s social media insult calling India a “hellhole.” He argued India’s democratic institutions, rule of law, and economic momentum contradict the remark. Bhasin also urged the US government to stop comparing India with China, while pointing to Rajasthan’s growing appeal for investment and partnerships.
Nine year old Shreyovi Mehta from Faridabad has won global recognition as runner up in the 10 Years and Under category of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. Her image, titled In the Spotlight, shows two peahens silhouetted under trees at Rajasthan’s Keoladeo National Park, captured during a casual morning walk with her parents.
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