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R Rajagopal Rejection was spelt out in 21 letters: “Excluded in deleted list.” Earlier, a senior journalist had virtually admonished me for complaining about my name being deleted from the voters’ list in the Ballygunge constituency in Calcutta, where I have been living for over 30 years, and about the delay in the police verification […]
Gujarat has long been known for producing Kesar and Alphonso mangoes, two varieties that have earned a reputation for their rich sweetness and strong demand across the country. Now, a handful of farmers in the state are looking beyond these traditional favourites by experimenting with premium mango varieties from the United States and Japan. While […]
Education loan disbursals in Gujarat declined by 14% during the 2025–26 financial year as fewer students chose to pursue higher education in the United States and Canada amid tighter immigration policies and stricter visa regulations. The trend has been highlighted in the latest report of the State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) Gujarat. According to the […]
The devastating earthquake that recently struck Venezuela has renewed focus on earthquake preparedness across several seismically active regions, including Gujarat, which witnessed one of India’s deadliest earthquakes in Bhuj in 2001. A new scientific study has now offered a more detailed assessment of the state’s seismic hazards, confirming that while Kutch remains the most earthquake-prone […]
The parents of Siya Goyal, the prime accused in the murder of her fiancé Ketan Agarwal in Pune, have spoken publicly for the first time, claiming they had no knowledge of her alleged relationship with co-accused Chetan Chaudhary. They said that before finalising the marriage, Siya repeatedly assured them that she liked Ketan, wanted to […]
The lawyer representing Chetan Chaudhary, one of the accused in the murder case of Pune businessman Ketan Vishal Agarwal, has claimed that there is no concrete evidence against his client and that he has been implicated in the case merely because he was the boyfriend of the main accused, Siya Goyal. Siya Goyal, 20, and […]
A deeply disturbing family dispute in Ahmedabad came to light after an 18-year-old woman approached the Abhayam women’s helpline for help when her father allegedly declared her “dead” and performed symbolic last rites while she was still alive. According to counsellors associated with the Abhayam service, relatives and neighbours were stunned when the girl’s father […]
In a significant consumer rights ruling, the Navsari Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (CDRC) directed an insurance company to compensate a car owner for vehicle damage, even though he failed to conclusively prove the circumstances surrounding the accident that allegedly caused the loss. The commission observed that while the accident itself remained doubtful and unproven, the […]
In a major operation that has raised serious concerns about public health and the integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain, the Ahmedabad Rural Police’s Special Operations Group (SOG) has uncovered an alleged blood plasma adulteration racket and arrested four persons, including the alleged mastermind from Maharashtra. Investigators believe the accused systematically replaced genuine blood plasma […]
Anand Teltumbde Reading Homes without Windows, I frequently experienced flashes of deja vu. Although unlike Chandu Maheria, I grew up in a village setting in Maharashtra, the experiences of Dalits are essentially not very dissimilar. In addition, I was well acquainted with places and most people that figure in the book. It evoked memories of my […]
Despite global tariff-related challenges, Ahmedabad district has achieved a historic milestone by crossing the ₹1 lakh crore export mark for the first time. According to Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) data, the district recorded exports worth ₹1.05 lakh crore in FY 2025-26, making it one of India’s leading export hubs. The district’s exports increased […]
Against the backdrop of the West Asia crisis that has underscored the pressures of dependence on fossil fuel supplies, the Gujarat govt has decided to introduce a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) policy to speed up the shift to clean mobility in the state. According to top sources in the govt, stakeholder consultations have been initiated […]
A woman from Surat has come forward with serious allegations against her husband, claiming that he pressured her to participate in a couple-swapping network just three months after their marriage. The woman, whose identity has been withheld for privacy reasons and is referred to here as Seema (name changed), says she refused to take part […]
A major accident occurred on Pavagadh Hill in Gujarat early Thursday morning, triggering panic among pilgrims visiting the popular religious destination. The incident took place near Patiyapul at around 5:00 am when large rocks rolled down the hillside, trapping several devotees beneath the debris. According to preliminary information, the rockfall may have been caused by […]
She had scored 97% in Class 12, topped her school, and was working towards her dream of becoming a doctor. But in a tragic turn of events, a 23-year-old NEET aspirant from Dehradun was found dead at her home, leaving behind a heartfelt message for her parents and raising concerns about the pressure faced by […]
India’s southwest monsoon has slowed down significantly, with rainfall activity dropping sharply across large parts of the country just days after the seasonal rains advanced into southern and central regions. According to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the country received only 19.2 mm of rainfall between June 4 and June 15, compared to […]
Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) has earned global recognition at the prestigious Prix Versailles architecture and design awards, with two of its airports — Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) and Terminal 2 of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA), Guwahati — featuring in the World’s Most Beautiful Airports List 2026. The honour highlights AAHL’s growing […]
Fresh revelations in the NEET admission controversy have exposed network that promises medical college seats to low-scoring candidates in exchange for huge payments. The development comes shortly after Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch arrested two men from Rajasthan in connection with a separate NEET-related fraud worth around ₹1.5 crore. According to the report, the two accused […]
Even as Gujarat Police continues its crackdown on NEET-related fraud, fresh arrests have highlighted that exam-related scams remain a concern. Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Branch recently arrested three more accused in connection with NEET fraud cases. Two of them were arrested from Rajasthan for allegedly running Telegram channels that sold NEET question papers, while another accused […]
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has expressed concern over a planned gathering near the historic Jami Masjid in Bharuch and has asked the district administration to take steps to protect the monument. According to a letter dated June 10, written by the Superintending Archaeologist of ASI’s Vadodara Circle and sent to the Bharuch Collector […]
