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BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi slammed Rahul Gandhi for organising a Congress campaign at Kota in Rajasthan, for his interaction with the students 72 hours prior to their NEET retest. He also accused the Congress leader of playing politics at the expense of medical aspirants.

A NEET aspirant from Delhi allegedly died by suicide days before the June 21 re-examination. The incident has renewed concerns about the mental well-being of students facing intense academic pressure amid the ongoing controversy over the medical entrance examination.

The Congress will launch its nationwide “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign from Kota, led by Rahul Gandhi, to highlight exam paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, unemployment, and youth concerns. The movement aims to mobilise students and job aspirants across India

The Centre-backed Operation Clean has been expanded to a 50-km radius along the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan, covering 102 villages. Authorities are surveying illegal structures, financial transactions, and suspected networks linked to smuggling, infiltration, and terror-related activities

Renowned Mand folk singer Gavri Devi passed away at 98 in Pali, Rajasthan. Celebrated for preserving and popularising the traditional Mand music form, her decades-long contribution earned nationwide recognition and heartfelt tributes from political leaders and the cultural community

A study on sloth bears in Rajasthan’s Aravalli forests shows that their seasonal diet helps disperse seeds and improve plant germination, including the invasive Lantana camara. Researchers found bears shift between fruits and insects, influencing vegetation and ecosystem regeneration dynamics

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged district presidents to focus on public engagement, service and grassroots outreach, saying advancement within the party should come through hard work and commitment rather than sycophancy or personal loyalty

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched ‘Vibrant Villages Programme-2’ near Bikaner to boost infrastructure in 184 Rajasthan border villages. The initiative prioritizes roads, 4G, electricity, and TV access, alongside a BSF security review at the historic Sanchu Border Post

A female panther was allegedly beaten to death by villagers after entering a house in Sitapura, Rajasthan. The crowd attacked the animal during a rescue attempt and later tried to cremate the carcass, prompting legal action under the Wildlife Protection Act

Traders said demand for gold jewellery had dropped sharply due to rising prices and changing consumer sentiment, which has affected their livelihood.

Diya Kumari travelled by train from Jaipur to Ajmer supporting Narendra Modi’s fuel conservation appeal. The BJP’s ‘Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan’ campaign promotes public transport, energy savings, sustainable living, and reduced fuel consumption amid the global energy crisis

A fire broke out in an AC coach of the Rajdhani Express near Kota in Rajasthan early Sunday morning. Railway officials safely evacuated all 68 passengers within minutes, detached the affected coach and launched an investigation into the cause of the incident.

Pragati Biwal, an MBBS student and daughter of key accused Mangilal Biwal, has gone missing from her college in Dausa as the CBI intensifies its NEET paper leak probe. Investigators are now scrutinizing the medical admissions of multiple Biwal family members across India to uncover a potential "education mafia" network

The Supreme Court of India directed the Rajasthan government to implement mother tongue-based education and gradually introduce Rajasthani in schools. The court ruled that language comprehension is a constitutional and existential right essential for meaningful education and social participation

A gas cylinder leakage triggered a fire inside a shop-kitchen in Rajasthan’s Beawar district, killing 28-year-old Manisha and her two young daughters. Police said the blaze spread rapidly when she attempted to make tea, leaving the family trapped before locals and firefighters controlled the flames

A second woman died at Kota’s New Medical Hospital after complications following Caesarean delivery, intensifying protests over alleged medical negligence. Authorities formed an investigation team while several other women remain critical, with doctors considering shifting them to Jaipur for advanced treatment

A man was injured after a teacher’s husband allegedly opened fire during a dispute over leave approval at a government school in Rajasthan’s Karauli district. The accused reportedly targeted a senior teacher, while a bystander suffered injuries. Police launched a search for the absconding suspects

Former Rajasthan PHED Minister Mahesh Joshi was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau in the alleged Rs 960 crore Jal Jeevan Mission scam. Investigators accused him of abusing official position and facilitating fraudulent tenders, while the probe widened to officials and contractors involved

Renowned South Indian film producer R.B. Chaudhary died in a road accident in Rajasthan’s Pali district after his vehicle lost control due to cattle on the highway. The driver was injured, and political leaders expressed condolences over the incident.

Rare caracal sightings in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert near Jaisalmer have revived conservation hopes after officials confirmed two more wildcats using camera traps and radio-collaring, taking recorded numbers to three while highlighting ongoing efforts to protect the critically endangered species