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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.

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.

Chomu violence: FIR filed against 34, over 100 detained; authorities mull bulldozer action
Rajasthan | Dec 28, 2025, 02:26 PM IST
According to officials, the incident is linked to the removal of large stones that had been lying for years outside the Qalandari Mosque near the Chomu bus stand, often causing traffic congestion. When the civic team arrived to carry out the removal, a group allegedly attacked the team with stones.
Rajasthan: Internet services restored in Jaipur's Chomu as situation normalises
Rajasthan | Dec 28, 2025, 09:28 AM IST
Violence had erupted in the Chomu town, around 40 km away from Jaipur, on Friday after the administration launched an anti-encroachment drive to remove iron railings erected along the road outside the Kalandri Mosque.
Violence erupts in Jaipur's Chomu over removal of stones outside mosque; internet suspended
Rajasthan | Dec 26, 2025, 11:01 AM IST
Jaipur violence: The incident, which happened around 3 am, left several police personnel injured. In a statement, the police said they were trying to remove the stones only after getting a consent from the locals, but a mob suddenly attacked them, pelting stones at them.
Jaipur hit-and-run case: Several injured as speeding Thar rams into bike | Video
Rajasthan | Dec 20, 2025, 05:13 PM IST
Jaipur: Thar jeep roared through at breakneck speed on December 19, smashing head-on into a motorcycle carrying a husband and wife. A nearby rider on another two-wheeler spun into the carnage, flinging all three across the pavement amid mangled wreckage and piercing cries.
Rajasthan: Four dead as truck overturns onto moving car at NH-52 overbridge in Bundi | Video
Rajasthan | Dec 18, 2025, 10:06 PM IST
Rajasthan: Four brothers from Tonk, buzzing with excitement for their cousin's birthday in Kota, met instant doom. Their joyful road trip shattered when the dumper crushed their Creta into oblivion under gravel.