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In a landmark achievement for both Indian Railways and the country’s healthcare system, the Vande Bharat Express has successfully transported a live human heart for the first time in railway history. The life-saving mission ensured that the organ reached Ahmedabad from Surat within the critical time required for a heart transplant, giving a patient a […]
The sharp rise in gold prices during the first half of 2026 encouraged many people across India to sell their old and unused jewellery. In Gujarat, residents are estimated to have sold around ₹3,804 crore worth of scrap gold between January and June, taking advantage of record-high prices. However, despite the increase in cash sales, […]
Gujarat is preparing for another spell of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing red and orange alerts for several districts over the next three days. As a precautionary measure, schools and colleges in Ahmedabad and the central Gujarat districts of Vadodara, Anand and Kheda will remain closed on Friday, […]
What began as a missing person’s case has turned into a shocking murder investigation in Gujarat’s Jamnagar district. A man who had been missing for more than two years was allegedly murdered by his wife, her alleged lover and another accomplice before being buried beneath the concrete floor of a factory. His family was allegedly […]
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 […]
