JODHPUR: Magnificent water bodies, both natural and those constructed by erstwhile rulers of Jodhpur are fast slipping into extinction in absence of serious efforts for their restoration and conser

If the ministry of mines is to be believed, Rajasthan has the largest geographical area under mining leases in the country.

Over 350 villages in "water stressed" Churu district have no water woes.

JAIPUR: The number of vehicles has increased considerably in the city in the past five years, which is one of the sources of pollution.

The case of Badaun rape and murder has exposed the lack of toilet facilities in the country. In Rajasthan, too, the sanitation facilities are in a pathetic state.

Rajasthan, which ranks among the bottom five states in the country for open defecation, has something to cheer about.

After prolonged respite from the blistering heat conditions mercury took an upward swing and heat wave conditions revived in the state.

JAIPUR: Call it a mere coincidence or another feather in the state's cap, but Rajasthan, one of the states plagued most by mining, has quietly thrown up a unique model to compensate mine workers af

The high mortality rate due to swine flu in the state is a major cause of concern for the health department.

JAIPUR: While Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve is facing the problem of plenty with 60 tigers in 392 sq. km, Sariska spread over 866 sq. km houses just nine tigers after the relocation in 2008.