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Gujarat’s exports to the United States witnessed a sharp decline of 17.4% in the financial year 2025-26 as higher US tariffs, global geopolitical tensions and cautious buying behaviour among American customers affected shipments from several key industries in the state. According to official data, Gujarat’s exports to the US dropped to $15.06 billion in FY26, […]
The upcoming by-election in Gujarat’s Manjalpur Assembly constituency has once again highlighted an unusual trend in the state’s political history. Official records show that since Gujarat held its first Assembly election in 1962, the Legislative Assembly has spent more than two-thirds of its existence without its full sanctioned strength of MLAs. The latest vacancy was […]
A video recorded inside the lock-up of Shaherkotda Police Station in Ahmedabad has gone viral on social media, raising serious questions about police procedures and the treatment of detainees. The clip appears to show a man inside the lock-up using abusive language, singing, and even consuming what looks like a pill. Following the circulation of […]
A worrying picture has emerged from Gujarat, where 1,888 students died by suicide over the last three years, highlighting the growing mental health crisis among young people. The figures have sparked fresh concerns about the increasing pressure created by the education system, competitive exams, and uncertainty surrounding careers. Experts say the issue is no longer […]
The Chandipura virus has once again raised serious health concerns in Gujarat after two young girls lost their lives within 24 hours. The latest deaths have been reported from Kheda and Mehsana districts, prompting the Health Department to step up surveillance and preventive measures in the affected areas. Health officials have urged parents to remain […]
The issue of recurring waterlogging in Ahmedabad triggered a heated debate during the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation’s (AMC) General Board meeting, with Congress councillors questioning the civic body’s accountability for repeated flooding despite spending crores of rupees on drainage and infrastructure projects. Using the recent NEET paper leak controversy as an example, Congress councillor Shehzad Khan […]
Ahmedabad’s status as India’s first UNESCO World Heritage City has come under fresh scrutiny after UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee expressed serious concerns over major construction projects carried out within the city’s historic core without following the required heritage protection procedures. The observations were made during the 48th session of UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee (WHC) held […]
A Sydney-based Indian has successfully recovered ₹11 lakh after the Amreli Cyber Crime Police in Gujarat acted quickly on his complaint and traced the money within weeks. The case has been widely appreciated as an example of how timely police action and proper coordination can help victims of cyber-enabled financial fraud, even when they are […]
A recent analysis of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly’s budget session has revealed a striking trend—almost one in every four Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) did not participate in any debate or discussion throughout the session. According to the Assembly Secretariat’s report on the February–March budget session, 45 out of 182 MLAs (24.7%) remained completely […]
One of Gujarat’s greatest archaeological mysteries is set to be explored through a new international research partnership. Krantiguru Shyamji Krishna Verma Kachchh University (KSKVKU) and the University of Oxford have launched a three-year collaborative project to better understand how the Harappan civilisation thrived in the unique landscape of Kutch more than 4,000 years ago. The […]
A suspected question paper leak has been reported at Gujarat Ayurved University (GAU) in Jamnagar, days after protests over examination paper leaks in Delhi ended with the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The suspected leak is linked to the Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) examination. The matter came to light after […]
The Gujarat High Court has questioned why Pakistani Hindu migrants living in India were not identified and reported much earlier if authorities believed they were staying in the country without valid permission. The court observed that timely action by government agencies could have prevented the legal complications that have now reached the judiciary. The observations […]
Investor confidence in Gujarat appears to be making a strong comeback. After months of uncertainty in the stock market, the value of equity mutual fund investments held by investors in the state increased by ₹7,267.54 crore in June, taking the total assets under management (AUM) to a record ₹3,87,309.73 crore. The latest growth marks the […]
Nearly one in every two persons from Gujarat are dependent on subsidised foodgrain support under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY), a fact that busts the claim that Gujarat is India’s “growth engine”, reported New Indian Express. Comparing fresh parliamentary data with the state’s projected 2026 population, the […]
The future of millions of young people preparing for government jobs in Gujarat is once again under scrutiny as repeated examination paper leak cases continue to create concern among students and job aspirants. For many educated young people, government recruitment exams are a major opportunity to secure a stable career. They often spend months or […]
A village in Ahmedabad district has been cut off from nearby areas after the Bhogavo river overflowed following heavy rainfall, turning Vanitalav Bhal in Dholera taluka into an island-like area. The flooding came just a day after large-scale rescue operations in Dholka, Bavla and Viramgam talukas were completed. With water levels continuing to rise in […]
The number of students in Gujarat choosing Gujarati as their language for NEET preparation is steadily declining, with English becoming the preferred choice for many medical aspirants. Seven years ago, around 60,000 students in Gujarat appeared for NEET in Gujarati. In 2026, the number has fallen to fewer than 50,000. Educators and coaching teachers say […]
Gujarat’s monsoon has taken a remarkable turn within just a week. After facing a severe rainfall shortage for most of July, the state has now moved into the excess rainfall category, thanks to days of widespread heavy showers. While several districts have received record-breaking rain, the benefits of the monsoon have not reached every corner […]
A 13-year-old student studying at a residential school in Gujarat’s Aravalli district is undergoing treatment in a hospital after he was allegedly beaten by the school’s principal and a trustee. According to the boy’s family, the child was assaulted after being accused of looking at another student’s internal examination paper. The incident has sparked concern […]
When Shrey Gupta sat down at his laptop at 10 pm on July 21, he had a very straightforward objective. The 28-year-old software engineer, who works at an Ahmedabad startup, had woken up that morning to the violence that unfolded during the July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ march circulating across social media. Hundreds of clips had […]
