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Kuldeep Sharma, a former Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from Gujarat, has moved the Supreme Court challenging a Gujarat High Court order that declined to extend his exemption from surrendering in a 41-year old case. The matter is yet to be listed for hearing. The case in which an arrest warrant has been issued is […]
Just a day after lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Bhojpuri actor-singer and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Khesari Lal Yadav has taken aim at the BJP-led government, questioning its long-term vision for Bihar. Yadav, who joined the RJD earlier this month and is contesting from the Chapra constituency in the upcoming Bihar elections, voiced concern […]
She is a National Award winner and he is known for his roles in Hindi and Gujarati movies. Now, actors Manasi Parekh and veteran performer Tiku Talsania are facing legal consequences after videos of them performing dangerous motorcycle stunts on Ahmedabad’s busy streets went viral. The scenes were reportedly filmed as part of the promotion […]
The family of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel seldom makes headlines. They are known to prefer complete solitude over public appearances. Now, they have made an exception. And this, for a special occasion. The family told a national daily that on the request of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, they will participate in the celebrations of the 150th […]
Ahmedabad’s Swati Bungalow Park and Sukan Park, redeveloped by UNM Foundation under ‘Pratiti’ initiative, bag award for Best Park 2025 in the categories of 1.5 to 2 acres and 2 to 2.6 acres, respectively. In recognition to the ecological restoration and preservation efforts of Torrent Group’s philanthropic arm – UNM Foundation, two public parks redeveloped […]
Just when Gujaratis thought nothing could beat their love for farsan and festival feasts, along came a new obsession, pharma-approved fat loss. There’s a growing buzz around anti-obesity drugs like Tirzepatide. But behind the viral weight-loss stories lies a serious shift in the state’s health and pharma scene and some equally weighty market numbers. According to […]
Unhealthy food choices and sedentary routine are changing the health landscape in India and not for the better. These trends could have health implications even on children. A report published by a national daily claims that a growing number of Indian children are showing dark, velvety patches around the neck. It’s an early sign of […]
The Election Commission of India will conduct phase two of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in 12 states and Union Territories, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has announced. The list interestingly figures Gujarat but leaves out Assam. Assam goes to polls in next four months and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma does not […]
Normal breathing has unfortunately become a privilege in Delhi, which has earned an ignominious title of the world’s most polluted city. Emissions from factories, emissions from crops, vehicle smoke, and burns of crops have made Delhi’s air toxic. But even that is saying it mildly. Pollution levels went up by 6% last year. It is reported that […]
By Madhu Sudan Chatterjee Several members of Padabi Tudu’s family said that they tried to make the attackers see sense, but could not. Authorities also allegedly refused to step in during the final attack. Residents of Chapur village in Bengal’s Jangalmahal district of Purulia on October 20 brutally murdered a woman of their own family […]
As the political temperature rises in Bihar, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav launched a fierce attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his visit to the state, accusing him of favouring Gujarat over Bihar. “You set up factories in Gujarat, but you want victory in Bihar, it’s not going to happen. Bihar is bigger than […]
Both Canada and New Zealand have announced significant new immigration initiatives aimed at bolstering their respective economies by attracting foreign talent, skills, and investment. New Zealand is launching a specialized Business Investor Work Visa today, while Canada is preparing to unveil a comprehensive new immigration plan with a focus on a global talent strategy. New […]
The government has commissioned a biographical play based on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s life to celebrate the special occasion of his 150th birth anniversary. According to reports, the play will be staged in Kevadia on October 30 and 31. Called the ‘Iron Man of India’, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel had a significant role in India’s Independence movement. […]
In a sign of the changing times for global business, even the consumer goods industry’s biggest names are making tough calls. Nestlé, the world’s largest food and beverage company, is all set to slash 16,000 jobs globally as part of a sweeping two-year restructuring plan, according to a report by a business daily. The move […]
Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, has ignited a significant political controversy after stating he does not want the votes of “namak haraams” (betrayers), a term he used to describe a minority community who he claims benefit from government schemes but do not vote for his party. The BJP MP from Begusarai made the scathing remarks on Saturday […]
Caste is the single most important factor in Indian politics, even if the BJP would like us to believe otherwise. Gujarat has been a notorious laboratory for all social engineering and experiments since the conception of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP). Today, the BJP in Gujarat overhauled its cabinet. Out of 16 ministers in the earlier cabinet, only […]
Diwali 2025 is just a couple of days away and you can feel the festivities in the air. From Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj, the next week’s calendar is packed with major celebrations observed across India. Dhanteras marks the beginning of the Diwali celebrations. The five-day Diwali festivities will end with Bhai Dooj on October 23. […]
There have been growing calls for research to focus on precision medicine to fully harness the potential of prebiotics. For those unfamiliar, prebiotics are nutrients broken down by gut bacteria. That moment may have arrived. Humankind should benefit from the efforts of Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU). Using fruit peels, GBU has developed a powder-based prebiotic […]
On Friday when Gujarat cabinet’s expansion took place, one of the new faces in the team was of Rivaba Jadeja, the wife of Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja. She was sworn in as a minister of state. Portfolios will be allocated to all the ministers later on. While her induction in the cabinet might have been […]
In Gujarat, savvy money moves are nothing new. Lately, communities are taking it a step further by turning bulk buying into big savings. Their business acumen is without compare. Now, they are showing different ways to get a good deal. From luxury cars to construction equipment, they are negotiating discounts. One standout example comes from […]
