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The CEPT University Global Alumni Meet 2025 brought together nearly 500 alumni from 25 cities around the world, including 15 locations across India and 10 international cities such as London, Leicester, New York, Atlanta, Sydney and Toronto. The meet in India was held across multiple cities, including Pune, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Surat, Hyderabad, Kochi, […]
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday granted interim bail to self-styled ‘godman’ Asaram Bapu until March 31, citing medical grounds. The bail comes with strict conditions, including a prohibition on meeting his followers while outside jail. Asaram, whose real name is Asumal Sirumalani Harpalani, has been in prison since his arrest on August 31, […]
Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has launched RasKik Gluco Energy, a rehydrating and energy-boosting beverage aimed at catering to India’s hardworking population. Packed with the goodness of electrolytes, glucose and real lemon juice, this refreshing drink is priced at an accessible Rs. 10 per single-serve SKU. Introducing RasKik as its master brand for juices and […]
There seems something sinister about Dingucha and the US. The bone-chilling episode involving the tragic deaths of a family of four from Dingucha, just meters from the US-Canada border in 2022, drew attention to the dangers of illegal immigration. We may recall that their bodies were found frozen, in -35 degrees Celsius weather, on the […]
A day after Nilay Patel, a student at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B) passed away on campus, faculty members of Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT) in Surat, where he completed his undergraduate studies, remembered him as a bright and sincere individual who excelled in academics and co-curricular activities. Patel graduated in […]
Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as Prime Minister of Canada and leader of the Liberal Party on Monday, signalling the end of an era in Canadian politics. Trudeau will remain in office until the party selects a new leader, though the transition could occur swiftly. Trudeau’s resignation comes amidst heightened tensions between Canada and India, […]
The Rajkot Rural Police confirmed on Monday that they fired 10 tear gas shells and conducted a lathi charge to disperse a mob of around 1,500 people in Vinchhiya village, Jasdan taluka. The crowd had allegedly resorted to violence after the police refused to publicly parade six murder suspects through the village. According to Superintendent […]
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has arrested a gang involved in targeting elderly women, luring them into autorickshaws under the pretext of offering a ride. Once inside, the accused distracted the victims and used cutters to steal their gold jewellery before dropping them off at various locations. The arrested individuals include Salman Khan alias Sayhu Chumkhan […]
Harshad Mehta, who assumed the role of Superintendent of Police (SP) for Junagadh district in August 2023, has had his voluntary retirement approved by the Home Department amid widespread discussions about his resignation. During his tenure, Mehta focused extensively on combating illicit liquor, gambling, and drug trafficking. As a former teacher, he launched the “Say […]
For the first time since its merger in July 2023, HDFC Bank surpassed advances previously led by its parent housing finance company. The private sector banking giant disclosed its Q3 FY25 performance in a filing with the stock exchange, revealing strategic adjustments in its growth trajectory. HDFC Bank reported a robust increase in deposits, reaching […]
An 18-year-old girl fell into a deep borewell on Monday morning in Kanderai village of Bhuj taluka, leading to a massive rescue operation. The incident occurred around 6:30 am when the girl, belonging to a family of migrant labourers from Rajasthan, accidentally fell into the 540-foot-deep borewell, officials said. Bhuj Deputy Collector A.B. Jadav stated […]
A confirmed case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has been reported in Gujarat. A two-month-old girl is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Ahmedabad. She was hospitalised in a private hospital on December 24 due to cold, cough, and difficulty breathing. Though the test results confirming the diagnosis came on December 26, the hospital management […]
During the last parliamentary session, opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, wore blue to protest Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s alleged insult to Dr BR Ambedkar. Blue is not a random choice; it has for decades now been the colour of Indian politics, resonating greatly with Dalits and Babasaheb Ambedkar as a whole. In the three […]
A floral sculpture of the Olympic rings, accompanied by the sign ‘Bharat 2036’, was unveiled at the annual flower show at the Sabarmati Riverfront last week. This installation symbolises India’s ambition to host the 2036 Summer Olympics. With Ahmedabad in focus as a potential host city, efforts are intensifying to present a successful bid. Key […]
Former state police official is set to participate in the BSafal Marathon in Ahmedabad on January 12, marking his 100th marathon event. Chauhan, 81, who took up running at the age of 67, has become an inspiring figure, challenging the conventional idea that age limits physical activity. His achievement not only highlights his dedication but […]
A second-year Post-Graduate Programme (PGP) student from the Indian Institute of Management-Bangalore (IIM-B) passed away after accidentally falling from the second floor of a hostel building on the campus located on Bannerghatta Road in Bengaluru. Nilay Kailashbhai Patel, 29, a resident of Surat, had cut a birthday cake with friends before the incident. He was […]
Heavy snow and freezing rain caused widespread disruption across Europe on Sunday, particularly in the United Kingdom and Germany, where major airports were forced to suspend flights and transportation networks faced severe delays. In the U.K., the inclement weather showed no signs of abating, with concerns mounting that rural communities in northern England could be […]
A day after a 14-year-old schoolgirl in Gujarat allegedly took her own life over the denial of a mobile phone, the state’s junior minister for primary and secondary education, announced that the government is actively considering a ban on mobile phones for students in all schools across the state. On Saturday, in Pandesara, the class […]
An eight-month-old child in Bengaluru has tested positive for the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus, amidst a surge in cases reported in China. The child is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in the city. According to the Karnataka Health Department, the child does not have any travel history. Medical tests confirmed the […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi, accusing it of wasting a decade in conflicts with the Centre. Speaking at a rally in the Rohini area, he urged residents of the national capital to give the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) an opportunity to transform Delhi into a […]
