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The Gujarat High Court on Tuesday granted the custody of a seven-month pregnant minor girl to the parents of her boyfriend in Banaskantha district. The boy is a juvenile and has been lodged in a remand home on rape charges. The incident came to light when the girl’s mother, in November last year, filed a […]
A fact-finding report released by the Gujarat unit of the Association for Protection of Civil Rights (APCR) has raised serious concerns about the large-scale demolition drive conducted in Bet Dwarka, Gujarat, between January 11 and 18. The report alleges that the demolition disproportionately targeted the Muslim community and violated constitutional and legal guidelines. The demolition, […]
US President Donald Trump has hinted at India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting the White House as early as February. He said that the two had a productive phone conversation which should promote fair relations between their countries. It’s reported that they addressed bilateral relations between India and the US during the call. The conversation […]
The Cognizant bribery case has once again brought to light the stark contrast between how the U.S. and Indian legal systems handle corruption and white-collar crime. While India is actively investigating and seeking justice for the alleged bribery that took place on its soil, the U.S. legal system has chosen a different path—one that raises […]
Akshay Kumar’s latest film, Sky Force, opened to mixed reviews, yet its box office numbers tell a different story. The film crossed the Rs 60 crore mark within three days of its release, benefiting from the holiday boost and showing steady growth over the weekend. According to Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 12.25 crore on […]
The parents of the woman doctor who was raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital last year are not seeking the death penalty for the convict, their lawyer informed the Calcutta High Court on Monday. Despite this statement in court, they declined to confirm their position to reporters. The parents have […]
Pune’s municipal authorities have established a dedicated ward with 45 beds at the Kamala Nehru Hospital to treat patients affected by Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), following a surge in cases and one reported death. Maharashtra Health Minister Prakash Abitkar, during his visit to Pune on Monday, revealed that 73 patients had been confirmed with GBS out […]
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Waqf (Amendment) Bill on Monday adopted all amendments proposed by members of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), rejecting every amendment put forward by opposition members. Committee chairman Jagdambika Pal, speaking to reporters after the meeting, said that the adopted amendments would enhance the effectiveness […]
Three Bangladeshi nationals, including a woman, were arrested by Rajkot Rural police on Saturday for allegedly entering India illegally. The arrests were made near Rangparna Patiya in Paddhari taluka on Jamnagar Road. The Special Operation Group (SOG) detained two men, identified as Sohil Hussain, 30, and Ripon Hussain, 28, during a special operation. The two […]
As the first state to adopt the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), Uttarakhand is poised to make history. The historic law will be unveiled before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the state. According to government representatives, the UCC would be applied to all of Uttarakhand and to those who live outside the state. According to […]
The United States has announced the suspension of all foreign aid and initiated a review of American financial assistance to other countries, aiming to ensure its alignment with the “America First” foreign policy agenda. This decision follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump. On Sunday, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce addressed the move, […]
Technology has intertwined with faith at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, where an advanced version of an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot is now assisting millions of pilgrims with detailed information about parking, food courts, and hospitals within a one km radius. This updated chatbot offers a comprehensive mapping system of the Maha Kumbh and […]
Law enforcement officials from the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have begun visiting gurdwaras in New York and New Jersey to investigate the presence of illegal immigrants. The move has prompted sharp criticism from Sikh organisations, which view these actions as a threat to the sanctity of their places of worship. Some gurdwaras […]
With a dash of humour, pianist and co-founder of the rock band Coldplay, Chris Martin, entertained the Ahmedabad crowd as only he can. He drew massive cheers from the crowd when he lauded India’s pace ace, Jasprit Bumrah, who was part of the audience at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on Sunday. In a tribute, laced with […]
Coldplay’s grand India tour concluded with an unforgettable spectacle in Ahmedabad as the British band performed two sold-out concerts on January 25 and 26 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the largest stadium in the world. The Ahmedabad leg, widely praised for its impeccable organisation and electrifying energy, marked an improvement from the band’s earlier performances […]
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, who was last seen in Laal Singh Chaddha, is currently in Gujarat for the Republic Day celebrations. The actor was seen near the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, where he paid his respects to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of independent India. The Statue of […]
Following former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s claim that the Election Commission had replaced Punjab Police with Gujarat Police in the National Capital Territory, sources from the Delhi Police have issued a clarification on the security deployment for the upcoming elections. According to media reports, a total of 220 companies of security personnel have been […]
India’s capital, New Delhi, witnessed a major Republic Day celebration on Sunday at Kartavya Path, attended by around 10,000 special guests from diverse backgrounds. This initiative was part of the government’s push to enhance public participation, or Jan Bhagidari, in national events. The special invitees included village sarpanches, disaster relief workers, Accredited Social Health Activists […]
Eleven officers and personnel of Gujarat Police were honoured with Police Medals on the occasion of Republic Day 2025, recognising their distinguished and meritorious contributions to law enforcement, according to an official statement issued by the police. Two officers were conferred with the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM). Brajesh Kumar Jha, Additional Director General […]
The Central Government announced the Padma awards on Saturday, with eight individuals from Gujarat being honoured for their contributions in various fields. Among the recipients were the architect of the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, Chandrakant Sompura, and 94-year-old Kathak exponent Kumudini Lakhia, who received the prestigious Padma Vibhushan. Kumudini Lakhia, an Ahmedabad-based dancer and guru, was […]
