Tragedy struck near Jaisalmer as an AC sleeper bus traveling toward Jodhpur was engulfed in a massive fire, leaving at least 20 passengers dead and 16 others critically injured. Preliminary reports indicate the fire was caused by a mechanical fault that led the automatic doors to jam shut, trapping passengers inside as flames spread rapidly through the aisle. Bodies were discovered clustered near the exit, suggesting desperate escape attempts. Eyewitnesses say a passing water tanker played a crucial role in containing the blaze before firefighters arrived. The incident occurred near the Army War Memorial, prompting immediate intervention by military rescue units. WATCH
15 October,2025 07:27 PM IST
The first batch of Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in India is being deported to Bangladesh. Detained over the past few days, they were brought to Jodhpur on 14 May to begin the deportation process. According to Rajasthan Minister Jogaram Patel, a total of 148 illegal immigrants were transported to Kolkata via Jodhpur, from where they will be officially repatriated to Bangladesh.
14 May,2025 05:14 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the 60th Foundation Day Parade of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. He saluted the BSF contingents during the parade and honored the BSF jawans who had recently killed three terrorists from Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) in an operation. The event marked an important milestone for the BSF, which celebrates its Raising Day on December 1, the day it was established in 1965. During the ceremony, Shah also unveiled a statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at the Circuit House. This event highlighted the BSF’s long history and its crucial role in protecting India’s borders and maintaining security.
08 December,2024 06:13 PM IST
While addressing the Bhandara Mahotsav program of Shri Shri 1008 Shri Brahmalin Ayes Ji Shri Yogi Kailashnath Ji Maharaj in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur on January 3, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said "There is only one religion and that is Sanatana Dharma which has maintained its vitality in every country, every time, every situation…Sanatana Dharma continues its journey facing all kinds of circumstances."
04 January,2024 11:02 AM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
