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Landfill sites in at least two cities of Gujarat – Ahmedabad and Surat – are methane hotspots of the country, according to a recent study conducted by the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro). The landfill sites in these two cities are second and third on the list of top 22 methane hotspots in the country. […]
A 2-year-old boy was safely retrieved out of a 15-feet-deep pit in a 6-hour operation in Gujarat’s Jamnagar. The boy fell into an open borewell pit following which rescue teams rushed to the spot and pulled him out alive, officials said on Wednesday. Jamnagar Collector BK Pandya said the boy, son of a farm labourer, […]
Surat police have arrested two individuals, Yusuf Shaikh (60) and Madar Qureshi (26), for allegedly selling beef in the Rustampura area. They were caught with 63.5kg of the meat, which forensic testing confirmed to be beef. Three others, identified as Mustaq Shaikh, Azaz Shaikh, and Imam Heera Haji, have been booked in connection with supplying […]
Two diamond traders in Surat, Alpesh Kukadiya and Bhavin Suthar, are facing accusations of cheating their colleagues out of Rs 27.34 lakh worth of diamonds, prompting a police investigation. Mahesh Nakarani, a seasoned diamond businessman, filed a complaint alleging Kukadiya and Suthar took possession of his diamonds under the pretense of selling them at a […]
Archaeological evidence paints a picture of early inhabitants enjoying a balanced diet of rice, pulses, fiber crops, barley, and a small portion of millets. However, the Solanki era (around 1,000 years ago) saw a dramatic shift, with rice dominating 85% of their plates. But then came a turning point. The Sultanate and Mughal rule witnessed […]
The Atal Bridge, an architectural marvel inspired by kites and inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi in August 2022, continues to attract a growing number of tourists to Ahmedabad. This foot over bridge, spanning the Sabarmati River and connecting the city’s eastern and western parts, has become a hotspot for visitors. With its unique design and […]
A fire that broke out in the server room of an IT company on the sixth floor of a multi-purpose complex in Ahmedabad was successfully put out by the fire brigade on Tuesday morning. No one was injured in the incident, as the staff and occupants of the complex, including patients from nearby hospitals, were […]
The Saurashtra Cricket Association (SCA) is all set to rename its new stadium in Rajkot after veteran administrator Niranjan Shah, a fitting tribute to his 50-year dedication to the sport. The grand unveiling of the “Niranjan Shah Stadium” will take place on February 14th, just a day before the third India-England Test match kicks off […]
Before the election code of conduct comes into force in the run-up to the Lok Sabha polls, the Gujarat government is trying to finish the process of finalising the firm for Rs 6,000-crore Olympic Village in Ahmedabad. Two global firms, Building Design Partnership Ltd (BDP) from the UK and Populous, specialising in sports facilities, have […]
Rajkot, India – A shocking incident has rocked the village of Bhavnagar district as domestic discord turned deadly, resulting in the alleged murder of a 33-year-old man by his wife a mere 11 days into their marriage. The accused, identified as Dipika Vasava, remains at large following the tragic event that unfolded in Juna Padar […]
Even as death of big cats continue in Gujarat, the state government said in the assembly that nearly 80 per cent of sanctioned permanent posts for doctors in wildlife care centres are vacant. Though the state forest and wildlife department claims it is taking measures, including recruiting veterinary doctors, to curb the increase in the […]
Karnavati University, Gandhinagar organised ChhatrNiti Aayog on the varsity campus to discuss the National Education Policy. ChhatrNiti Aayog is an Intellectual congress of the youth – a platform to ideate, analyse, discuss, and deliberate upon the process of state policymaking. Based on the theme ‘National Education Policy: Opportunities and Challenges’, the event was organised at […]
A historian from Ahmedabad has found a precious and unique book among a pile of discarded books at the Sunday flea market. The book, titled “Gujarati Sangeet Ramayana”, is a musical interpretation of the Hindu epic Ramayana in Gujarati language. The book was written by Chhaganlal Vallabh Vasavada, a judge with the Bantva state court […]
In a tragic incident on Jagatpur Road this Sunday, a 40-year-old woman lost her life in a collision. At approximately 10:15 pm, a light commercial pick-up vehicle, operated by 55-year-old Dilip Vaghela, collided with a scooter carrying Mita Prajapati and her young son. Regrettably, Mita, a resident of Gota, succumbed to her injuries, while her […]
Ahmedabad, India: Gujarat presented its 2024-25 budget, outlining a vision for “Viksit Gujarat@2047” and prioritizing social security, education, infrastructure, and women’s empowerment. Finance Minister Kanu Desai announced a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget, emphasizing five key aspects: Garvi (pride), Gunvantu (prosperous), Green, Global, and Gatisheel (dynamic). Education Takes Center Stage: Education received the largest share […]
Mufti Salman Azhari, a religious leader who delivered a provocative speech at a function in Junagadh, was arrested by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) from Mumbai on Sunday night. According to sources, the ATS team faced resistance from a crowd of supporters before they could capture the Mufti in Ghatkopar. However, the Gujarat police said […]
Surat: The Udhna police of Surat have cracked down on an ATM card skimming operation, arresting two individuals and seizing 31 debit cards. The accused allegedly targeted women and elderly citizens at ATMs, swapping their cards and withdrawing money. The apprehended individuals, identified as Ankit Yadav (21) and Ritik Bahadur (21), both residents of Pandesara, […]
Surat, Gujarat: The glimmer of diamonds has dimmed in Surat, the once-proud diamond capital, as another artisan succumbs to the weight of financial despair. Mehul Babubhai Chauhan, 41, a resident of Adajan, ended his life on Sunday by hanging himself, adding to the chilling tally of suicides in the city’s struggling diamond industry. Mehul, who […]
The Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of Gujarat police detained Vikhroli resident Mufti Salman Azhari from his home in Mumbai for making alleged inflammatory remarks during a speech in Gujarat on January 31. Hundreds of people including some politicians gathered outside the Ghatkopar police station, where he was taken for completing legal formalities before being taken to […]
Rajkot: Five more individuals, including a pharmacy graduate running online coaching classes and his engineer friend, were arrested in a racket involving the sale of pre-activated SIM cards to cybercriminals and online fraud through fake religious websites. The arrests were made by the Devbhumi Dwarka’s cyber crime unit, which identified the accused as Monark Patel […]
