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WASH gaps in health centres flagged

JODHPUR, Sept. 15 -- A recent study has revealed serious shortcomings in basic water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) standards across 11 rural health facilities in Luni block of Jodhpur district, stati... Read More


In last 3 yrs, 22.5 sq km vegetation lost to mining in Rajsamand: Study

Jodhpur, Sept. 14 -- Even as mining areas in Rajasthan's Rajsamand district have geographically reduced, mining activity has intensified, causing the loss of 22.49 sq. km. of vegetation in just three ... Read More


One-third of state at risk of desertification, study warns

Jodhpur, Sept. 13 -- A new study has revealed that a large part of Rajasthan's land is vulnerable to desertification, with nearly one-third of the state showing moderate to high levels of risk. The re... Read More


HC: No licence for meat shops within 50 metres of public temples

Jodhpur, Sept. 12 -- The Rajasthan high court has ordered that licences for meat shops cannot be granted within a 50-metre radius of a public temple, a lawyer familiar with proceedings said on Thursda... Read More


Increasing albinism in grown up blackbucks alarm experts

India, Sept. 11 -- A full-grown male blackbuck is usually known for its striking contrast of black-and-white - a blackish-brown coat on the upper body, white rings around the eyes, and spirally twiste... Read More


102 textile units get pollution notices

Jodhpur, Sept. 10 -- The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) has issued notices to 102 textile units in Jodhpur's Rajasthan State Industrial Development & Investment Corporation Limited (R... Read More