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Residents across Gujarat can expect relief from the intense summer heat as the weather department has forecast rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds in several parts of the state today. An Orange Alert has been issued for 11 districts where weather conditions are expected to be more severe. According to the forecast, many areas including Ahmedabad, […]
Self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, convicted in rape cases in Rajasthan and Gujarat, had repeatedly received court relief over the last two years by citing serious health problems. However, on May 27, 2026, the Rajasthan High Court finally drew a line, cancelled his bail, upheld his life sentence in a minor rape case and ordered him […]
The Adani Portfolio—India’s leading infrastructure and utilities portfolio—today announced its FY26 financial performance and released the Credit and Results Compendium, providing an overview of performance and insights into its credit strength and long-term resilience. FY26 marks an important inflection point for the Adani Portfolio, as Adani Portfolio companies began its next phase capex cycle. The […]
In a major move against rising cybercrime and digital fraud, the Gujarat government has launched ‘Operation Mule Hunt 2.0’ across the state from June 2, 2026. The decision came after a late-night emergency video conference chaired by Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi with top police officials. The high-level meeting included senior […]
Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif gave fans a glimpse into her personal life by sharing a series of pictures from her month of May on Instagram. The photo collection reflected quiet family moments, travel memories and simple pleasures spent with husband Vicky Kaushal and their son, Vihaan. The actress shared the pictures on Monday, offering followers […]
India’s rising temperatures are becoming more than just a seasonal problem. A new study has warned that extreme heat may be causing far more deaths than officially recorded, raising concerns that heatwaves are turning into a major public health emergency. The summer of 2026 has already seen temperatures cross 45°C in several parts of the […]
A major cybercrime case involving hacked CCTV footage from a Rajkot maternity hospital has raised serious concerns over patient privacy and digital security. The investigation, which began after a video surfaced online, later uncovered a wider network allegedly involved in hacking surveillance systems and selling private footage through social media platforms and messaging groups. The […]
A dream wedding turned into a nightmare in the United States after 26-year-old Indian-origin pilot Dave Fiji died in a helicopter crash just hours after marrying longtime partner Jessni in Georgia. Dave, whose family traces its roots to Kerala, was travelling with his new bride for a special post-wedding sendoff when the Robinson R66 helicopter […]
After a crushing five-wicket defeat to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final, the Gujarat Titans’ night took another dramatic turn. As the team headed back to their hotel, their bus was forced to a halt when a short circuit triggered smoke inside the vehicle, prompting a swift evacuation. Thankfully, all players and staff […]
Fresh concerns are growing over the health of Asiatic lions in Gujarat’s Gir landscape after recent lion deaths and reports of illness among several lions. At the same time, a government livestock survey has highlighted another serious challenge, the large number of feral dogs and stray cattle living around lion habitats, increasing fears of disease […]
Chandrakant ‘Lala’ Patel, accused of masterminding a large U-visa fraud scheme in the United States, has pleaded guilty to serious federal charges and is now facing possible deportation. The U-visa programme in the US is designed to help victims of serious crimes who assist law enforcement agencies in investigations. However, according to US authorities, Patel […]
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani has said the conglomerate has moved past its US legal challenges and is now focused on accelerating growth. The group plans to increase investments in infrastructure, energy, logistics and digital assets, while benefiting from rising demand for power and data driven by artificial intelligence. Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani has […]
Gujarat will officially begin the first phase of the nationwide Population Census-2027 from June 1, marking the launch of India’s first-ever fully digital census exercise. Conducted under the theme “People’s Welfare Through Census,” the operation will be the country’s 16th Census overall and the eighth after Independence. According to Census Director Sujal J. Mayatra, the […]
A 22-year-old student from Ahmedabad, Dhvanit Rajdeep, who had been missing in the European country of Georgia since May 14, has been found dead under suspicious circumstances. His body was recovered from a river after he had been missing for 16 days. His family has made serious allegations against the owner of the PG accommodation […]
A private residential academy in Ahmedabad has landed in controversy after a 12-year-old hostel student allegedly suffered injuries when a teacher beat him with a plastic stick for failing to spell an English word correctly during class. Police have now registered a case against both the teacher and the principal of the academy following allegations […]
Despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s repeated public appeals urging citizens to conserve fuel, reduce unnecessary travel, use public transport and adopt carpooling habits, diesel consumption in Gujarat has witnessed a dramatic surge this year, raising fresh questions about India’s growing dependence on fossil fuels and the widening gap between public messaging and ground reality. Official […]
US President Donald Trump’s latest medical examination has once again triggered public debate over the health and fitness of America’s oldest serving president, after White House doctors advised him to lose weight and increase physical activity despite declaring him in “excellent health.” The White House on Friday released details from Trump’s annual physical examination conducted […]
A federal investigation into a disturbing sex trafficking case in the United States has resulted in a 10-year prison sentence for a Gujarat-origin hotel employee who admitted involvement in crimes related to the sexual exploitation of minors. According to reports, Kavankumar Patel, a 27-year-old originally from Gujarat who was working in Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced […]
A 40-year-old man of Gujarat origin living in the United States has pleaded guilty in a major illegal gambling case connected to southwest Missouri. The man admitted his role in a large illegal gambling network that allegedly earned nearly $9.5 million (around Rs 81 crore) through unlawful activities. According to the report, the man, identified […]
The intense heatwave across Gujarat has sparked concern over the reopening of schools after the summer vacation. With schools scheduled to reopen on June 8, several school management bodies have appealed to the state government to extend the vacation by another 10 days. The demand has been raised by the State School Management Association, which […]
