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Manish Bhattacharya

Manish Bhattacharya Senior Editor, Political and Investigative Journalist Manish Bhattacharya serves as a Senior Editor in Rajasthan and brings over 18 years of experience to the field of journalism. He has worked extensively in politics, crime, election coverage, and specialized investigative reporting. Throughout his career, he has covered critical political events across multiple states, interviewed numerous senior leaders, and broken several major and exclusive news stories. Ground reporting, political analysis, and fact-based journalism are the hallmarks of his professional identity.

Around 90 lakh names removed from Bengal voter list ahead of Assembly elections 2026
West Bengal | Apr 06, 2026, 09:14 PM IST
West Bengal voter list: Cases currently pending before the Appellate Tribunal will not be included in the voter list for this election; these may be approved for inclusion in the next election.
LPG Shortage News LIVE: No disruption in LPG supply to TTD kitchens, says official
Business | Mar 12, 2026, 05:17 PM IST
LPG Gas Cylinder Shortage News Live Updates Today: The United Nations has warned of significant risks to global trade and development, including higher food prices and cost-of-living, if the Strait of Hormuz is closed amid the West Asia conflict.
Tricolour offered at Khatu Shyam Temple by devotees wishing win for India in T20 WC final | VIDEO
Rajasthan | Mar 08, 2026, 07:14 PM IST
This final marks the first T20 World Cup final meeting between India and New Zealand. Historically, the two teams have faced off only three times in T20 World Cups since 2007, with New Zealand winning all three encounters.

Rajasthan CM announces name change for three cities, Mount Abu renamed as Abu Raj | Details
Rajasthan | Feb 27, 2026, 11:50 PM IST
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has officially announced the renaming of three cities in the state. Mount Abu becomes Abu Raj, Jahazpur is now Yagyapur and Kama has been renamed Kamvan.
Rajasthan: Seven killed as fire engulfs chemical factory in Bhiwadi, rescue ops on | Video
Rajasthan | Feb 16, 2026, 01:29 PM IST
An investigation into the cause of the fire has been launched. The administration has indicated that a magisterial inquiry will be conducted into the incident.
Chaos erupts at Khatu Shyam Temple ahead of annual fair; police officer beats man | Video
Rajasthan | Feb 10, 2026, 01:52 PM IST
A clash broke out between police and local residents over the installation of iron gates at various locations in the town to control the crowds expected to gather for the upcoming annual fair.

Honeymoon murder rerun: Rajasthan woman conspires with lover to murder husband of 3 months, arrested
Rajasthan | Feb 05, 2026, 09:51 PM IST
A 27-year-old man was allegedly murdered in Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar after his wife, married to him for just 3 months, conspired with her lover and two accomplices to kill him. Police said the crime, initially made to look like a robbery, was planned in advance by the woman.
Jaipur hit-and-run case: One killed as speeding car mows down labourers in Vidyadhar Nagar
Rajasthan | Feb 04, 2026, 06:58 AM IST
Jaipur road accident: In a heartbreaking turn, one labourer died soon after reaching the hospital, while his two fellow workers remain in critical condition in the ICU. The hit-and-run driver bolted from the scene, ditching the mangled car and igniting fury among residents.
Sadhvi Prem Baisa's death to be probed by Rajasthan SIT, case of unnatural death lodged
Rajasthan | Jan 31, 2026, 04:26 PM IST
Sadhvi Prem Baisa died under suspicious circumstances on the evening of January 28 in Jodhpur after being administered an injection for a health ailment. The sudden death left millions of her followers and members of the saint community in deep shock and mourning.

Sadhvi Prem Baisa's post-mortem fails to reveal cause of death, viscera sent for analysis | Details
Rajasthan | Jan 30, 2026, 02:12 PM IST
A medical board performed the autopsy at a govt hospital, yet the report failed to pinpoint the precise cause of death. Officials preserved the viscera and sent it for chemical testing to investigate potential poisoning or drug-related issues, with ACP Chhavi Sharma confirming active inquiries.
Rajasthan: Man detained on suspicion of spying for Pakistan's ISI in Jaisalmer
Rajasthan | Jan 27, 2026, 07:25 AM IST
Teams of the CID-Intelligence took the suspect to Jaipur for questioning, while his mobile phone and computer systems have been seized for forensic examination.
Major conspiracy foiled in Rajasthan on R-Day eve, police seize 9,500 kg ammonium nitrate
Rajasthan | Jan 25, 2026, 11:55 PM IST
Along with ammonium nitrate, police also seized a large number of detonators and blue and red fuse wires from the spot. Officials said the recovery points to preparations for illegal blasting activities and posed a potential threat to public safety.

Jaipur Audi crash: Video shows car occupant getting thrashed by locals after one killed in accident
Rajasthan | Jan 10, 2026, 06:37 PM IST
According to the police, an Audi car was allegedly racing with another vehicle when it hit a road divider and lost control, before ploughing into roadside stalls, killing one person.
Caught on cam: Speeding Audi rampage brutally kills one, injures 16 in Jaipur's Patrakar Colony
Rajasthan | Jan 10, 2026, 12:53 PM IST
Food stall helper Ramesh Bairwa from Bhilwara lost his life in the horrific crash, with 16 others injured in the mayhem. Four in critical condition transferred to SMS Hospital, while the remainder received care at Jaipuria Hospital.
Jaipur: Two killed, several injured after speeding Audi runs over 14 people
Rajasthan | Jan 10, 2026, 12:26 AM IST
The Audi car has been seized by the police and further investigation is underway. Two peple have been killed in the accident.

Watch: Thief tries to break into house from exhaust fan hole, but this happens next
Rajasthan | Jan 06, 2026, 06:42 PM IST
With half his body on the other side of the wall and his face and torso dangling on the outside, the thief was stuck between the wall of a house in Rajasthan's Kota.
Rajasthan: Three dead as truck mows down pilgrims on Kota-Dausa Highway near Bundi | Video
Rajasthan | Jan 04, 2026, 08:46 PM IST
Rajasthan: Two pilgrims lost their lives instantly, killed gruesomely beneath the truck's wheels. The cotton-loaded rig then overturned, pinning additional victims and pushing the death toll to three amid desperate rescue attempts.
Chomu violence: Bulldozer action begins amid heightened security | VIDEO
Rajasthan | Jan 02, 2026, 09:42 AM IST
Chomu violence: The violence broke out in Chomu in wee hours of December 26 after the authorities tried to remove some stones outside the Kalandri Mosque. The police said they were removing the stones only after getting a consent from the locals.
Threat averted in Rajasthan on New Year's Eve, car with 150 kg explosives seized in Tonk; 2 arrested
Rajasthan | Dec 31, 2025, 05:42 PM IST
Two men were arrested in Tonk after police seized 150 kg of ammonium nitrate, along with 200 cartridges and 1100 metres of safety fuse wire, from their car. The explosives were allegedly being transported for illegal supply, and an investigation is underway to determine the source and intended use.
Aviva Baig and Raihan Vadra go on Ranthambore safari with families ahead of engagement ceremony
Entertainment | Dec 31, 2025, 01:12 PM IST
Raihan Vadra and Aviva Baig, along with their families, were recently spotted enjoying a jungle safari at Ranthambore National Park ahead of their engagement ceremony. Families of the couple have arrived at the venue ahead of the intimate event.