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A script fit for an OTT series. A British arms consultant is accused of bribing Indian officials to win a multimillion-dollar helicopter contract for British-Italian defence company AgustaWestland. He denies the charge. He spends over seven years in custody. Strangely, he doesn’t get a trial. But this story is no fiction. That man Christian Michel […]
After weeks of suspense surrounding a much-awaited political exposé, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi finally addressed the media yesterday. He doubled down on a familiar allegation: that the BJP is manipulating voter rolls to skew electoral outcomes. While the focus of the day was intended to be a dramatic unveiling, the message ultimately returned to the theme […]
Under the theme “Every Life Matters”, Vantara, one of the world’s leading wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation organizations founded by Anant Ambani, announced the return of the much-loved Vantara Rescue Rangers, an interactive programme designed to bring children closer to the world of wildlife conservation. The 2025 edition will kick off in Mumbai, running from […]
The Parsi community has raised alarm over the crumbling National Highway, NH-48. The highway is their only route to the sacred Iranshah Atash Behram in Udvada, Gujarat. A report has revealed that the Bombay Parsi Punchayet urged Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari to act. They called the road a “death trap,” especially dangerous for the […]
After the completion of the 2,500-meter runway extension at Keshod Airport, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has planned to install advanced navigational infrastructure. As per the master plan and scope of work, provision of Instrument Landing System (ILS), CAT – I Approach Lightning System and DVOR has been considered for Keshod Airport . This information was given by the Minister of […]
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) in two separate detailed orders said the allegations of insider trading, market manipulation, and violations of public shareholding norms were found to be unsubstantiated after a detailed investigation Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday cleared billionaire Gautam Adani and his group of stock manipulation allegations made by US […]
Tense geopolitical maneuvering and stalled trade negotiations between India and the US have been the theme of 2025. Although the US calls India a “friend”, fact remains that the two countries have been navigating a strained relationship marked by tariffs and oil diplomacy. But a simple birthday call between two of the world’s most prominent […]
Once considered a profane pastime, somewhere between scrolling endlessly and shouting into the void, posting on social media could be more financially rewarding than the sacred ritual of burning the midnight oil in pursuit of a respectable career. Why slave over textbooks, rehearse mock interviews, and pretend to care about core subjects when you could […]
In a political climate already charged with allegations and distrust, Rahul Gandhi has made strong claims, accusing the Election Commission of enabling electoral fraud at the highest levels. EC has countered the allegations calling them “incorrect and baseless.” Questioning the credibility of the country’s top election authority, the Congress leader alleged that it was not […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday became an iconic celebration yesterday in Gujarat. His 75th birthday is the biggest and the grandest birthday celebration Gujarat ever witnessed since its’ inception as an independent State. A play depicting his life and achievements from his Vadnagar tea selling days to his “amazing” achievement of Operation Sindoor were showecased. […]
A 28 year old man of Vadodara has reportedly disappeared in Thailand with his parents doubting that he has been taken captive. The aggrieved parents say that their son went to Dubai last year with the help of local immigration agents. From there, he was sent to Thailand about five months back after which he […]
Adani Cement, along with its Group associate M/s PSP Infra, has accomplished a historic engineering feat at Umiya Dham near Ahmedabad, completing the world’s largest religious temple raft foundation casting. This record-breaking execution showcases Adani Cement’s unique ability to combine logistical scale, technical precision, and sustainability innovation. This monumental feat was achieved over an uninterrupted […]
Known globally for refining nearly 80% of the world’s rough diamonds, a city in Gujarat has earned the nickname ‘Diamond City.’ But beyond its sparkling exports, this city is also quietly shaping something just as precious—stronger, more harmonious relationships within families, especially between daughters-in-law and mothers-in-law. For over 20 years, the Umiya Parivar Mahila Vikas […]
It’s been nearly 15 years since MF Husain left his physical sheath. But Ahmedabad continues to feel his presence. A national newspaper has reported that at a modest shop in Saraspur, people still remember the artist’s visits as if they happened yesterday. Interesting anecdotes shone through the narrative. Husain never wore slippers when he would […]
Gujarat has had an enduring connection to migration patterns, both in sending individuals to the US and now, increasingly, in receiving those caught in the crossfire of America’s turbulent immigration policies. It’s well-documented how an increasing number of Gujaratis are risking their reputation and even lives to land lucrative jobs in the US. Undaunted by […]
India has a new heavyweight problem, literally. Childhood obesity is expanding at an alarming rate. Once thought to be a rich-country issue, it’s now squatting firmly in India’s urban and semi-urban neighbourhoods. UNICEF has sounded the alarm. And loudly at that. If we don’t do something soon, our kids will have serious health baggage. The […]
The Gujarat government is cracking down hard on noise pollution. DJ trucks are in the hot seat. These rolling discos have been turning up the chaos instead of the beats. It has all been giving neighborhoods more headaches than dance moves. Now, it’s time for the party to cool down. And for the peace to […]
In an episode that could put daily soaps to shame, a government office turned into the stage for a family drama fuelled by Aadhaar updates and emotional scams. A 35-year-old contractual Aadhaar operator posted at the Kathlal mamlatdar’s office is now in the limelight. Not for efficiency, but for allegedly managing a two-wife situation with […]
The Congress has claimed that the Punjab Police has not allowed party leader Rahul Gandhi to meet flood-affected villagers across the Ravi river in Gurdaspur district. Gandhi was on a visit to Punjab to interact with flood-hit people in Amritsar and Gurdaspur districts. He visited Ghonewal village in Amritsar and Gurchak village in Gurdaspur. However, […]
India’s apex court, the Supreme Court has given a clean chit to Vantara, the Gujarat based animal rescue and rehabilitation centre. The SC bench referred to the report filed by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and emphasised that the Team has expressed satisfaction on the issue of compliance and regulatory measures at Vantara. “Vantara is […]
