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Rajasthan’s rising stars multi-sector growth showcased at Gems of Rajasthan
MUMBAI: ET Now Swadesh, the Hindi business news channel of Times Network, hosted ‘The Gems of Rajasthan,’ a prestigious event celebrating the state’s dynamic economic growth. Honouring excellence across 15 key industries, the event highlighted Rajasthan’s evolving business landscape, attracting investors and innovators alike.
The event’s chief guest, government of Rajasthan minister of water resources department Suresh Singh Rawat presented awards to distinguished achievers. Speaking on the state’s progress, he remarked, “Rajasthan is witnessing remarkable growth, attracting significant investments. Beyond Pushkar, all religious and tourist sites in the state are being developed with better infrastructure. The industrial sector is also receiving strong support from the government. Our goal is to ensure that every entrepreneur and investor finds a transparent, efficient, and supportive system. The government is committed to both ‘development and heritage’ while accelerating growth.”
‘Royal Rajasthan: Multi-Sector Growth Catalyst’, where industry pioneers explored the state’s promising future in tourism, Agri-tech, and business innovation. The panel featured Federation of Hospitality & Tourism of Rajasthan (FHTR) president Kuldeep Singh Chandela, Freshokartz Agritech Startup & Warmup Ventures founder & CEO Rajendra Lora, Pachar Group of Hotels director Radhika Pachar, and RMC Switchgears Ltd. CEO Ankit Agarwal. Together, they shared expert insights on Rajasthan’s evolving economic potential.
With a blend of heritage and progress, Rajasthan continues to cement its status as a thriving hub for industry and investment.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
