Kanpattimar Shankaria's name is recorded as a notorious serial killer in the crime history of Rajasthan. His incidents during 1977 and 1978 had created an atmosphere of fear among the people. He used to attack his prey suddenly and hit the head or the part of the neck below the ear with a hammer. Due … Read more
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, located in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, is included in the famous wildlife conservation areas of the country. Spread between the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges, this forest is known for the presence of tigers, the historic Ranthambore Fort, beautiful lakes and rich biodiversity. The possibility of seeing tigers in their natural habitat … Read more
Rajasthan is known for its historical heritage, desert areas and tradition of water conservation. Jawai Dam located in Pali district of the state is an important example of this water conservation system. This dam built on Jawai River, a tributary of Luni River, is very important for drinking water supply, irrigation and local economy. The … Read more
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is famous all over the world for its historical heritage, grand palaces and magnificent forts. Amer Fort holds a prominent place among these heritages. Situated on the Aravalli hills, this fort tells the story of the grandeur, war skills and architecture of the Rajput rulers. The beauty of this fort … Read more
Rajasthan is famous all over the world for its historical forts, palaces and royal heritage. Among these historical places, Bhangarh Fort located in Alwar district holds a special identity due to its mysterious stories and ancient architecture. This fort, built amidst the Aravali hills, is as famous for its history as it is for the … Read more
There are many such incidents recorded in the history of Rajasthan, which had a deep impact on the life and society here. One of these was the Chhappaniya famine, which is linked to the severe famine of 1899-1900. This famine proved devastating for the old Rajputana region of Rajasthan. Lack of rain, failure of crops, … Read more
Chambal River is one of the major rivers of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. This river is known for its natural beauty, historical importance, religious beliefs and water resources. Chambal River plays an important role in drinking water, irrigation and power generation in many districts of Rajasthan. This river also has a special identity due to … Read more
Bisalpur Dam located in Tonk district of Rajasthan is one of the major water projects of the state. This dam built on the Banas River plays an important role in the supply of drinking water and agriculture in many areas including Jaipur, Ajmer and Tonk. It has special significance for Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, … Read more
New Delhi, October 23 (IANS). World Development Information Day is celebrated every year on 24 October. It emphasizes on dissemination of development related information to the common people through information and communication technology (ICT), internet and media. In fact, the biggest testament to the positive impact of inclusive information systems is India's 'Digital Public Infrastructure' … Read more
New Delhi, October 21 (IANS). India is going to convert an existing ammonia and urea plant powered by natural gas into a renewable energy based plant. According to a new report, after this it can become one of the largest green ammonia plants in the world, with an annual production capacity of about 11 lakh … Read more