Rajasthan

“Supreme Court Upholds Rajasthan’s Two-Child Policy, Bans Government Jobs for Those with More Than Two Children”

March 1, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has upheld Rajasthan’s policy requiring candidates for government jobs to adhere to a two-child norm. This decision asserts that the policy is not discriminatory and does not contravene the Constitution.

The Rajasthan Various Service (Amendment) Rules, 2001, prohibit individuals with more than two children from applying for government positions.

The apex court, while endorsing the two-child norm, dismissed the appeal filed by ex-serviceman Ramji Lal Jat. Jat had sought a constable’s position in the Rajasthan Police on May 25, 2018, subsequent to his retirement from the military in 2017.

A bench led by Justice Surya Kant determined that Rule 24(4) of the Rajasthan Police Subordinate Service Rules, 1989, which disqualifies candidates with more than two children born after June 1, 2002, is not discriminatory and aligns with constitutional principles.

The bench, which also included Justices Dipankar Datta and K V Vishwanathan, emphasized that the provision aims to encourage family planning and is thus consistent with constitutional values.

Jat’s candidacy was rejected under Rule 24(4) due to his having more than two children post-June 1, 2002, in accordance with the Rajasthan Various Service (Amendment) Rules, 2001.

Despite Jat’s appeal to the Rajasthan High Court, the court upheld his disqualification, stating that the rule in question pertains to policy matters and does not warrant judicial intervention.

he ex-serviceman, however, argued that while there are rules regarding the two-child eligibility norm, there are separate rules for the absorption of ex-servicemen that do not specify the condition of not having more than two children.

“Even if this is true,” the court responded, “such an argument does not strengthen the appellant’s case. It is undisputed that the appellant applied for the position of Constable in the Rajasthan Police, which is governed by the Rajasthan Police Subordinate Service Rules, 1989.

“These 1989 Rules are explicitly listed as Serial No.104 in the Schedule attached to the 2001 Rules. Therefore, we see no reason to overturn the decision made by the High Court,” the apex court stated in its judgment.

Main Slide / News / Rajasthan

Twin Sisters Write Letter to PM Modi for Parents’ Transfer, Goes Viral on Social Media

February 27, 2024February 27, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Children yearn for the presence of their parents, which is why twin sisters Archita and Archana have penned a heartfelt letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pleading for the transfer of their parents stationed in Jaipur.

Dausa (Rajasthan): Twin sisters residing in Dausa district of Rajasthan, Archita and Archana, have written a poignant letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In their letter addressed to the PM, the sisters have also included a sketch to express their anguish. They assert that both their parents are employed in government jobs, but due to their postings in different cities, they are unable to be together, greatly missing their parents.

Archita and Archana’s father is an Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) while their mother is a teacher. In order to provide their daughters with a good education, the parents had purchased a flat in Jaipur a few years ago. However, due to the transfer, the family members are now living apart, making it difficult for them to meet. Archita and Archana are currently staying with their aunt in Bandikui and pursuing their studies. Both are seventh-grade students.

Their father works in Chouhatan, while their mother’s job is in Samdadhi, with both locations being 130 kilometers apart. Consequently, it’s challenging for Archita and Archana to reunite with their parents. At such a tender age when children seek the company of their parents, being separated becomes an ordeal. Thus, the sisters have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the transfer of their parents to Jaipur, so they can live together and continue their education there.

The letter penned by Archita and Archana reads: “Our names are Archita and Archana, and we are 12 years old. We both study in class 7 at Delhi Public School, Bandikui. We reside with our maternal uncle and aunt. Our father’s name is Devpal Meena, and our mother’s name is Shrimati Hemlata Kumari Meena. Our father works as an Assistant Accounts Officer in the Panchayat Samiti, Chouhatan, and our mother is a teacher at Government Higher Secondary School, Devda Block, Samdadhi (Balotra). We miss our parents very much, and it’s hard for us to study without them. We want our parents to be transferred to Jagatpura, Jaipur, so we can live with them and continue our education there. We have been inspired by your campaigns like ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ and ‘Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana,’ and we also want to shine our parents’ name. Please arrange for the transfer of our parents to Jagatpura, Jaipur. We will be very grateful to you.”
Along with the letter, the sisters have also shared a family photo showing how the entire family is living apart from each other. Archita and Archana’s letter is now gaining traction on social media.

Crime / Main Slide / News / Rajasthan

“Rajasthan Woman Shot, Axed by Alleged Rapist; Two Accomplices Arrested”

February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

A horrific incident unfolded in Rajasthan’s Kotputli-Behror district as a rape survivor and her brother were brutally attacked by the man who allegedly assaulted her, along with two accomplices. The survivor, riding home with her brother, fell victim to a spine-chilling assault, including gunshots, just 20 meters away from a local police station in Pragpura village.

The assailants, armed with an axe-like weapon, inflicted severe injuries on the woman and her brother before fleeing the scene. The survivor, enduring wounds to her head, legs, hands, and shoulders, is currently hospitalized in Jaipur for treatment.

Authorities swiftly acted, apprehending Mahipal Gurjar and Rahul Gurjar, the alleged accomplices, following the heinous attack. However, a disturbing turn in the narrative emerged when the main accused, Rajendra Yadav, was discovered at Jaipur’s SMS Hospital, critically injured. It remains unclear whether Yadav’s injuries resulted from an accident or a suicide attempt, with reports indicating the loss of one of his legs, possibly from encountering a train.

The ordeal traces back to June 2023 when the 24-year-old survivor lodged a complaint against Yadav, leading to his arrest and subsequent loss of employment. Despite being released on bail, Yadav resorted to threats, pressuring the survivor to retract her allegations. The recent assault, as indicated by the FIR, appears to be a vindictive act in response to her refusal.

While Mahipal and Rahul are in custody, Yadav remains at large, evading authorities. The police have registered an FIR against the accused under sections 307 (attempt to murder), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the Indian Penal Code, alongside provisions of the Arms Act.

Crime / Entertainment / Main Slide / Rajasthan

From Singer to Bank Robber: Robbery to Boost YouTube Channel Subscribers, Shocking Story

February 26, 2024February 28, 2024 - by Chirag Goyal

Jaipur Crime: When the manager of a bank confronted masked boys early in the morning, they brandished pistols and began to threaten the manager and bank staff.

THE SUNDAY HEADLINES – This person is a singer. Not only does he enjoy singing, but he also sings. He makes videos of his songs. Then he uploads them to his channel on YouTube. But that’s not the end of the story. Watch in the video as this singer is beaten up. Why is he being beaten up? Let’s now tell the whole story of the singer’s beating in a series. His name is Bharat Lal Meena. Anyone who has heard of him on YouTube has kept hearing about him. Bharat Lal Meena had also started his YouTube channel under the name ‘Nyaro Rajasthan Official’. When Bharat Lal Meena saw this form of his, his fans were amazed, as if the ground slipped from under their feet. But why only fans? His family members also had no idea about the dark reality hidden behind his beautiful life. Bharat is actually a notorious dacoit or rather, let’s say, a bank robber.

Singer Turned Bank Robber Every February- He is a bank robber who targets a new bank every year, loots it, and then sets out to fulfill his dreams in the virtual world of social media. With the money from bank robberies, he has sung many songs, released several, and kept many ready in the pipeline. But before he could truly become a big star, one day his reality came to light. The story of this bank robber from Rajasthan is so magical in itself that even the police are astonished. Friday, January 23rd. It was 10:40 in the morning. It was just the beginning of the day at the Punjab National Bank branch in Jhotwara area of Jaipur. The bank had just opened, and the manager along with three employees had just arrived at the bank, but before the rest of the employees could also arrive at the bank, two masked robbers entered the bank.

Robbery to Increase YouTube Channel Subscribers When the bank manager confronted the masked boys early in the morning, they brandished pistols and began to threaten the manager and bank employees. They now wanted to take the manager to the strong room and commit robbery, but in the midst of this, there was a twist in the story that was beyond the robbers’ imagination. Just as the two robbers were about to engage in the robbery, the cashier Narendra Singh Shekhawat arrived at the scene and caught both robbers alone. Now both of them were scared for their lives. A crowd gathered outside the bank. Seeing this, one of the robbers fired at Shekhawat and three bullets hit him in the stomach, back, and chest, but surprisingly, despite being hit by three bullets, his morale did not weaken, and he continued to hold onto both of them.

Both Robbers Caught Alone Although one robber managed to escape due to the loose grip, the other could not. Then the story entered the public domain, and then the same happened with the caught robber as is common. Soon it was revealed that the apprehended robber was Bharat Singh Meena, while the robber who had managed to escape was his cousin brother Manoj Meena. But after this, when the truth of these robbers came out, even the police were astonished. These robbers only looted the treasure. Yes, treasure means the bank, and that too only once a year. Let’s talk about the unique modus operandi of these brothers, but first, let’s hear the real story of a singer becoming a robber. Bharat Lal Meena is not only a robber but also a good singer, and he has also received music education from Jaipur.

Bharat Lal Meena, known for his YouTube channel “Rajasthan Official,” started his channel two years ago in 2022. Despite his efforts, the channel struggled to grow, having only 1700 subscribers. Frustrated with the slow progress, Bharat began contemplating ways to earn money more easily.

Eventually, he hatched a plan to rob banks, targeting one bank each year. His first robbery took place on February 8, 2022, in a bank in Vidhayakpuri Thana, where he and his accomplices looted ₹15,30,000. They continued their spree, robbing another bank on March 6, 2023, on Ajmer Road, netting ₹10,73,000. Their final attempt, however, ended in chaos at a PN Bank branch in Jhotwara, where Bharat was apprehended after a scuffle with the cashier.

During the robberies, Bharat and his gang displayed meticulous planning, with detailed notes found outlining their strategies. Their operations included changing vehicles and appearances frequently to evade capture. Despite facing resistance, Bharat managed to escape, although he and his accomplice Manoj Meena were later caught.