Nine Hawk jets, 40-minute display: Suryakiran team takes to skies in Gujarat
Digital Desk | Bhavnagar (Gujarat), Nov 1 (IANS) Bhavnagar district in Gujarat witnessed its first-ever aerobatic display by the Indian Air Force (IAF)s Suryakiran team on Sunday, as nine Hawk Mk-132 aircraft performed a series of precision manoeuvres over Bor Talav (Gaurishankar Lake), drawing large crowds to the lakeside and vantage points across the city. The 30 to 40-minute display featured close formation flying, wingtip-to-wingtip sequences, loops, rolls and inverted flying. The aircraft, painted red and white, left trails of saffron, white and green smoke across the sky, recreating the colours of the national flag. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team, established in 1996, is recognised as Asias only nine-aircraft aerobatic formation. It has conducted more than 800 displays in India and abroad and is regarded as an ambassador of the Indian Air Force. The team flies Hawk Mk-132 aircraft manufactured under licence by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The team is commanded by Group Captain Ajay Dasarathi, with Wing Commander Tejeshwar Singh serving as Flight Commander. The display involved 13 pilots, supported by technical and operational personnel. Its motto, Sadaiva Sarvottam (Always the Best), reflects the standards of precision and coordination required for its performances. Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Nimu Bambhaniya, attended the event as the chief guest. Air Vice Marshal GS Bhullar, Senior Officer Administration at Headquarters South Western Air Command, Gandhinagar, was among the special guests, along with senior state ministers and elected representatives from the region. The event, organised jointly by the Bhavnagar Municipal Corporation and the district administration, was open to the public free of charge. Spectators watched the performance from designated areas around the lake and elevated locations across the city. The air show was accompanied by activities aimed at familiarising the public, particularly young people, with the armed forces. An IAF motivational stall provided information on career opportunities, selection procedures and life in the service. An air simulator allowed visitors to experience aircraft controls and basic flying procedures. The Air Force Band of Headquarters South Western Air Command also performed martial tunes, patriotic melodies and ceremonial compositions during the event. The Suryakiran teams performances are part of the Indian Air Force's efforts to take its aerobatic capabilities to the public and encourage young people to consider careers in the service. The Air Force thanked the district administration, municipal authorities, police and other agencies for facilitating the event, as well as residents for their participation.
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Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 30 (IANS) More than 52 lakh farmer families in Gujarat received over Rs 1,051 crore under the 24th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme on Friday, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi released over Rs 18,680 crore to more than 9.34 crore farmer families across the country. The instalment was released at a national-level 'PM Kisan Utsav Day' programme held at Bhildi in Banaskantha district, where PM Modi was present. The amount was transferred directly into beneficiaries' bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The event was attended by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani, Minister of State for Agriculture, Ramesh Katara and other Cabinet members, MPs, MLAs and senior officials. Parallel programmes were organised at more than 2,100 locations across Gujarat at district, taluka and village levels. Lakhs of farmers watched the live telecast of the main event in the presence of ministers, MPs, MLAs, district panchayat presidents and local representatives. Among the districts, Dahod recorded assistance of Rs 54.84 crore to 2,74,201 farmers, while Anand saw Rs 52.43 crore credited to more than 2.61 lakh beneficiaries. In Mehsana, Rs 50 crore was transferred to 2.49 lakh farmers, while Bhavnagar's 2.10 lakh-plus beneficiaries received Rs 42.08 crore. In Panchmahal, more than 2.02 lakh farmers received Rs 40.61 crore, while 1.95 lakh farmers in Rajkot received Rs 39 crore. In Patan, Rs 37.70 crore was credited to 1,88,524 farmers, and in Bharuch, 1.70 lakh farmers received Rs 34.54 crore. Surendranagar recorded transfers of Rs 32.10 crore to more than 1.60 lakh farmers, while Junagadh saw Rs 30.82 crore credited to 1.53 lakh beneficiaries. In Kutch, 1.19 lakh farmer families received Rs 23.91 crore, and 1.16 lakh farmers in Surat received Rs 23.20 crore. In Jamnagar, Rs 21.57 crore was transferred to 1.07 lakh farmers. Devbhoomi Dwarka recorded assistance of more than Rs 13 crore to over 68,000 farmer families, while Botad's 66,063 beneficiaries received Rs 13.21 crore. In Sabarkantha, 2.23 lakh farmers benefited from the instalment. District-level events were also organised in Morbi, Surendranagar and other districts. In Morbi, around 25 minority citizens who had migrated from Pakistan were also presented with Indian citizenship certificates at the programme held at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Gor Khijadiya. The district-level events included felicitations for progressive farmers and those practising natural farming. Approval letters for assistance under agricultural schemes and farm equipment were also distributed. Exhibition stalls were set up, while experts provided guidance on natural farming, modern agricultural technology, drip irrigation, farm mechanisation and government schemes. In Surat, the district-level programme was held at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Panaas in the presence of Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil, with events organised at 72 locations across the district. In Kutch, the main event was held at Kotda Ugamna in the presence of Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Kanti Amrutiya, and MP Vinod Chavda, alongside programmes at 75 other locations. Other district-level events were held at Khambhalia APMC in Devbhoomi Dwarka, Motibaug Open Air Theatre in Bhavnagar, Botad APMC yard, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Town Hall in Surendranagar, the Police Parade Ground in Mehsana, Bilkha in Junagadh, Godhra in Panchmahal, Bedi APMC in Rajkot, the Vegetable Market Yard in Patan and Jambusar in Bharuch. Speaking at the events, ministers and other representatives said: DBT mechanism had eliminated the role of middlemen in the transfer of assistance under the PM-KISAN scheme. They added that the money is reaching beneficiaries' bank accounts directly and that the financial support helped farmers meet seasonal expenses and requirements during the sowing period.
Gujarat: Two men kept watch on officials movements, sent audio alerts to illegal miners; held
Digital Desk | Bhavnagar, Oct 30 (IANS) Two men were arrested in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district for running a WhatsApp group through which they shared information about the movements of government officials with people involved in illegal mining, helping them to evade checks by authorities, officials said on Friday. The Bhavnagar Local Crime Branch (LCB) arrested the accused on October 29 after the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Bhavnagar Rural suspected that they were keeping watch on the movements of government officials from near the old Collector's office. According to the police, the two men were allegedly operating a WhatsApp group named 'Jai Ramadhani', to which they had added people involved in illegal mineral excavation and transportation. They monitored the movement of vehicles used by the SDM and other government officials and relayed information through audio messages in the group. The accused allegedly charged each member Rs 1,000 a month for sharing information about the officials' movements, the police said. The SDM alerted the police after suspecting that the two men, who were sitting near the entrance of the old Collector's office, were keeping watch on his movements and those of other officials to help people involved in illegal mining evade enforcement action. An LCB team reached the spot and detained the two men. During questioning, they allegedly admitted to running the WhatsApp group and sharing information about the movement of government officials with its members. The SDM, M D Parmar, subsequently lodged a complaint at Nilambaug police station, following which an offence was registered. The accused were handed over to the police station for further investigation. The arrested men have been identified as Bhagirathsinh Vala, a resident of Shramjivi Society near Shivaji Circle in Bhavnagar, and Rohit Rathod, a resident of Ruva village on Airport Road. The police seized a motorcycle and a mobile phone from them. The operation was carried out by the LCB under Inspector H B Chauhan, with Sub-Inspectors R A Vadher, V C Jadeja, P D Zala and V B Chaudhary, along with other personnel, officials said. The operation followed instructions from senior officials to identify those involved in illegal mining and those allegedly helping operators evade government officials.
ED searches 11 premises in Mumbai, Surat linked to international drug traffickers
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 30 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) seized incriminating material and digital devices during searches across 11 premises in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) as well as Surat and Bhavnagar (Gujarat) linked to trace international drug trafficking network, an official said on Friday. The ED's Mumbai Zonal Office-L, conducted search operations on Wednesday, under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, against international narcotics syndicate led by Navin Chichkar, Dhiraj Chichkar, and their aides, the official said in a statement. Searches were conducted to trace the modus through which drug sale proceeds received mainly in cash, infused in financial economy and further layered so as to project the same as legitimate income, the statement said. The searches across 11 premises in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra), as well as Surat and Bhavnagar (Gujarat) were intended to trace the drug trafficking network and proceeds of crime (PoC) generated through the illicit drug trade acquired by a well-established international narcotics syndicate, it added. The ED investigation was initiated on the basis of a complaint filed by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in Mumbai, under various provisions of the NDPS Act, following the seizure of substantial quantities of high-grade hydroponic cannabis (Ganja), cocaine and unaccounted cash in Mumbai/Navi Mumbai. Navin Chichkar and others were allegedly involved in an established international network engaged in the sale of cocaine, hydroponic cannabis, LSD and cannabis edibles, largely sourced from outside India, the statement said. During the searches, various incriminating material and digital devices, including high-end smartphones, laptops, and internal storage media, along with commercial books of accounts, financial ledgers, and investment records were seized, it added. The searches revealed that proceeds generated from the sale of narcotic drugs were routed and cash was converted into foreign currencies, including US dollars and Thai Baht, which were subsequently made available to the accused, it said. Moreover, proceeds of crime in cash were also invested in certain legitimate businesses so that the same is shown as untainted money, the statement said. Searches were also conducted at the premises relating to Crypto Trader(s) which revealed details of certain Crypto Wallets/Assets prima-facie linked to the proceeds of crime, the ED said. It is gathered that the suspected persons was operating a number of Crypto trading accounts from outside India. The identified details are being examined to trace linked accounts, transaction histories, and to secure proceeds of crime, the ED said.
Gujarat widens CM fellowship programme to plug gaps in delivery of schemes
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 29 (IANS) The Gujarat government has increased the number of fellows under its 'Sardar Patel Good Governance CM Fellowship Programme' from 41 to 47 and expanded the number of projects from 20 to 45, with a focus on improving the implementation of government schemes across sectors including healthcare, agriculture, nutrition and urban development. The decision was taken by the General Administration Department (GAD), which functions under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel's leadership, to widen opportunities for young professionals to contribute to policy research, administrative coordination and the evaluation of government programmes. Under a new resolution issued by the department, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A) will serve as the programme's knowledge partner. A senior faculty member appointed by the institute will also have a specified role in the initiative. The fellowship offers young people with research, analytical and other relevant skills an opportunity to work with the state administration for one to two years, gaining practical experience of government functioning while helping departments identify gaps in the delivery of public services. The expanded programme will cover education, healthcare, nutrition, agriculture, social development, urban administration, the environment and public administration. Fellows will study obstacles in the implementation of government schemes, examine the utilisation of available resources and recommend measures to improve the functioning of departments. Projects concerning Anganwadi services, nutrition, anaemia reduction and early childhood education have been included, along with initiatives involving interconnected libraries. The programme will also examine the expansion of centralised kitchen facilities across Gujarat to strengthen the implementation of the 'PM POSHAN' Mid-Day Meal scheme and the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS). In healthcare, fellows will study challenges relating to claims under the PMJAY-MA scheme at government hospitals and the utilisation of public healthcare services. The findings are intended to help simplify procedures, improve operational efficiency and identify gaps in service delivery. Agriculture-related projects will examine difficulties in implementing natural farming practices and ensuring that farmers receive the benefits of government schemes. The studies are expected to provide departments with practical recommendations to address these challenges. The programme will also support evidence-based policy research and data analysis linked to the state's long-term development vision. Projects will examine the monitoring of priority development initiatives, the functioning of district-level committees, follow-up on decisions and coordination between government departments. Artificial intelligence-based tools may be used, where required, to classify information, prepare summaries and identify key issues. However, any information generated through AI must be verified against original documents and data. Urban development projects will focus on improving civic services in the Rajkot Municipal Corporation, analysing complaints to prevent their recurrence and using data to identify problems proactively. In Bhavnagar, projects will examine solid and wet waste recycling and the reuse of resources. The expansion is intended to allow more young professionals to contribute to governance and help departments improve scheme implementation, administrative coordination and public service delivery.
Adani Sportsline's Khush Parikh wins gold; Shreeja bags bronze at Khel Mahakumbh 2026
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 28 (IANS) Adani Sportsline Tennis Academy players Khush Parikh and Shreeja Shah won gold and bronze, respectively, at the district-level Khel Mahakumbh 2026. Khush claimed the Under-14 Boys Singles title, while Shreeja finished third in the Under-14 Girls Singles category. Shreeja joined the academy on 20 April 2026 and went on to win the Under-14 and Under-16 Girls Singles titles at Gujarat State Tennis Association tournaments in July. She is now targeting the Under-14 Nationals Championship in 2027, with the long-term ambition of representing India. Khush, who joined the academy in August 2025, recently finished runner-up in Under-14 Boys Doubles and reached the semi-finals of Under-14 Singles at the All India Ranking Championship Series Tennis Tournament 2026, held at Mamta Tennis Academy in Bhavnagar, Gujarat. His other achievements include qualifying for the School Games Nationals in 2025, finishing runner-up in Under-14 Doubles at an All-India Tennis Association Championship Series tournament in Vadodara and winning Gujarat State Tennis Association ranking tournaments. Both players train with the academys coaching team, focusing on stroke technique, footwork, shot placement, consistency and match strategy. Khush and Shreeja will now prepare for their upcoming competitions, looking to build on their latest results.
A 26-year-old Flipkart delivery agent in Gujarat was arrested after Bhavnagar police recovered goods worth Rs 4.60 lakh, including 13 mobile phones, Apple AirPods, watches and perfumes. Police allege he stole customer parcels in Surat around 15 days earlier and was caught selling the products without bills.
BMC Garden Superintendent Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Bhavnagar Municipal Corporation (BMC) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post of Garden Superintendent. Candidates Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 05-10-2026, and closes on 31-10-2026. The candidate shall apply online through BMC official website.
Gujarat Man Jumps To Death From Cliff In Maharashtra, Blames Ex-Wife In Video
Vishwrajsinh Mayursinh Gohil, a resident of Gujarat's Bhavnagar who worked as a postal employee, recorded a 13-minute-long video before jumping to his death - in which he blamed his ex-wife and her family.
ED searches 29 premises in six cities in WhatsApp-linked 'pump-and-dump' fraud
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted searches at 29 premises across six cities in Maharashtra and Gujarat as part of a money-laundering probe into an alleged WhatsApp-driven pump-and-dump scheme involving the shares of two listed companies, an official statement said on Monday. The EDs Mumbai Zonal Office-I carried out the searches on Friday at premises in Mumbai, Nashik (Maharashtra), Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, and Bhavnagar (Gujarat) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The investigation relates to alleged manipulation in the shares of R M Drip and Sprinklers Systems Ltd (RMDSSL) and R&B Denims Ltd. The premises searched included the offices of the two companies, residences of their promoters and persons who had been allotted shares at low prices, offices of stockbroking and finance firms, and premises linked to individuals suspected of operating promotional WhatsApp groups. According to ED, its investigation found that between April 2023 and March 2024, the two companies issued more than 3.5 crore shares and convertible warrants to selected individuals and entities. A substantial portion of the money used for these allotments came from a small group of connected persons, firms, and lenders. The agency alleged that the share prices were subsequently pushed up while a large proportion of the shares remained with the same set of holders. From late December 2025 to February 2026, WhatsApp communities with names such as Multibagger Stocks allegedly circulated daily buy recommendations for the shares among retail investors. The ED said the groups operated using SIM cards obtained in the names of other persons in Haryana and Mumbai, while their operations were allegedly run from Bhavnagar. The agency claimed the promotional campaign led to a sharp increase in buyers, trading volumes and share prices. Preferential allottees allegedly took advantage of the increased buying interest to sell part of their holdings to a large number of investors. During the searches, the ED said it identified clusters of family-linked beneficiaries, including entities associated with Affluence Gems, Kawa HUF, and Komalay Consultancy. These beneficiaries had allegedly acquired shares at low prices through preferential warrants. According to the agency, the shares were subsequently promoted through WhatsApp, X, SMS and other channels to generate buying interest. The ED said it has frozen trading accounts worth about Rs 200 crore belonging to the persons and connected entities under investigation. The agency also seized documents, digital devices, share transaction records and property-related papers during the searches. Further investigation is underway.
ED searches 29 premises across six cities in share investment fraud case
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 16 (IANS) The ED on Friday conducted searches at 29 offices and residential properties across Mumbai, Ahmedabad and four other cities, seizing digital devices in an investment fraud linked to manipulation of share prices of two listed companies, an official statement said. During the search operations, various incriminating documents, digital devices, records of share transactions, and property documents were seized, the ED statement said. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Mumbai Zonal Office-I, conducted the search operations at 29 premises across six cities, including Mumbai, Nashik, Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat and Bhavnagar, under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, it said. The matter is related to the manipulation of the shares of listed companies, including R M Drip and Sprinklers Systems and R&B Denims Ltd, said the ED. The premises searched include the offices of the two companies, the residences of their promoters, of persons to whom shares were allotted at low prices, offices of stock-broking and finance firms, and premises of persons suspected to have operated the promotional WhatsApp groups, the ED said. The ED investigation revealed that between April 2023 and March 2024, the two companies issued over 3.5 crore shares and convertible warrants to selected persons and entities. A large part of the money paid for these shares came from a small circle of connected persons, firms and lenders. Over the following months, the share prices were steadily pushed up, while the shares largely stayed in the same hands, it said. The investigation also revealed that from the end of December 2025 to February 2026, WhatsApp communities with names such as Multibagger Stocks sent daily uy tips on these shares to gullible retail investors. These groups were run on SIM cards obtained in the names of other persons in Haryana and Mumbai, but operated from Bhavnagar, Gujarat, it said. Lured by the tips, the number of buyers in the two shares rose from about 3,400 to over 1 lakh. On February 25, 2026, the WhatsApp groups were suddenly deleted. Both shares fell to the lower circuit and lost about 70 per cent of their value within days, leaving more than one lakh small investors with heavy losses and shares that could not be sold, the ED said.
18 new machines to upgrade cataract surgery facilities at Gujarat hospitals
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 15 (IANS) Government hospitals and medical colleges across Gujarat will receive 18 advanced phacoemulsification machines for cataract surgeries at an estimated cost of more than Rs 8.85 crore, following approval by state Health Minister Praful Pansheriya, on Thursday. The machines will be distributed among government healthcare institutions in Ahmedabad, Surat, Bhavnagar, Vadodara, Jamnagar, Morbi, Gandhinagar, Vadnagar and Himmatnagar. The state government said the equipment would help patients to access modern eye treatment free of cost. The M and J Institute of Ophthalmology in Ahmedabad will receive seven machines, while Government Medical College in Bhavnagar, and GMERS Hospital in Morbi, will receive two each. One machine each has been allocated to New Civil Hospital and Old Civil Hospital in Surat, GG General Hospital in Jamnagar, ESIC General Hospital in Vadodara, and GMERS institutions in Gandhinagar, Vadnagar and Himmatnagar. The machines are designed to improve precision during cataract surgery by allowing surgeons to control ultrasound energy, vacuum and fluid flow. Their technology helps break down and remove cataract fragments, with the aim of providing greater control during procedures and supporting faster recovery. The equipment features an elliptical movement technology in its handpiece and a peristaltic pump system to regulate fluid flow and vacuum, enabling cataract particles to be removed through a suction tip. A foot-pedal control system allows surgeons to adjust ultrasound energy, vacuum and fluid flow according to the requirements of each operation. The machines also incorporate CASE (Chamber Stabilisation Environment) technology, which regulates changes in vacuum and fluid flow to help maintain stable pressure inside the eye during surgery and reduce the risk of a sudden pressure drop, known as a post-occlusion surge. The handpiece is designed to reduce excessive heat generation near the small incision made during surgery. This can help minimise corneal oedema, or swelling of the cornea, and other post-operative complications, supporting quicker recovery. The approval was given at a meeting chaired by Pansheriya as part of the state government's efforts to strengthen eye-care facilities at government medical colleges and hospitals.
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 10 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has said that several development initiatives launched in the state under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership had subsequently been expanded nationwide, as he congratulated the Prime Minister on completing 25 years in public service. Addressing a press conference in Gandhinagar alongside Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi and government spokesperson Minister Jitu Vaghani, Patel on Friday added that PM Modi's political journey, which began with his tenure as the Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001, had been guided by the principles of Service, Not Power and Nation First. PM Modi had introduced a new approach to governance based on development and performance, with the mantra of 'Reform, Perform, Transform', and had sought to turn challenges into opportunities through a clear vision and decisive leadership, he said. Recalling PM Modi's tenure as Gujarat Chief Minister, Patel cited the Jyotigram Yojana, which improved electricity supply to villages, the Narmada canal network, which expanded access to water, and the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investment Summit, launched in 2003 to attract investment to the state. Patel said the development model pursued in Gujarat had contributed to PM Modi securing a national mandate in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections. As Prime Minister, he had continued to serve as the countrys 'Pradhan Sevak', ushering in an era of development-focused and performance-driven politics, he noted. He said that development under PM Modi went beyond roads, bridges and industries, and was intended to bring tangible changes to the lives of disadvantaged sections of society. Initiatives relating to housing, sanitation, financial inclusion, healthcare security and Garib Kalyan Melas were aimed at ensuring that welfare benefits reached people directly, he added. Patel also highlighted PM-KISAN, the promotion of natural farming, the Ujjwala Yojana and efforts to increase women's participation in decision-making as initiatives supporting farmers, women and other sections of society. Drawing parallels between Gujarat's schemes and national programmes, Patel cited the expansion of MA Amrutam into Ayushman Bharat, Jyotigram into the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana, Nirmal Gujarat into the Swachh Bharat Mission, Jal Mandir into Amrit Sarovar and Kanya Kelavani into 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao'. He also pointed to the transition from Khel Mahakumbh in Gujarat to the nationwide Khelo India programme. Highlighting projects expected to support Gujarat's economic growth, Patel referred to the Ahmedabad-Dholera rail and expressway projects, the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor, the railway locomotive manufacturing unit in Dahod and defence aircraft manufacturing in Vadodara. He also cited the International Financial Services Centres Authority and India International Bullion Exchange at GIFT City. The Chief Minister said, The hybrid renewable energy park at Khavda in Kutch, the CNG terminal in Bhavnagar and the expansion of the semiconductor sector are positioning Gujarat for growth in clean energy, advanced technology and manufacturing. Six semiconductor projects under the Semiconductor Mission were part of the state's efforts to emerge as a major semiconductor hub. Patel also referred to India's response to the Covid-19 pandemic, saying PM Modi had demonstrated global responsibility by promoting the development of indigenous vaccines and supplying them to other countries. Guided by the principle of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', or the world as one family, PM Modi had strengthened India's international standing while seeking to balance development with environmental protection, he said. He added that the Prime Minister's emphasis on self-reliance, innovation and skill development was creating opportunities for young people and supporting the goal of Viksit Bharat-2047.
Gujarat govt plans Rs 100-crore marine biotech corridor in Porbandar
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 8 (IANS) The Gujarat government has proposed a Rs 100-crore investment over five years to establish a Marine Biotechnology Research and Innovation Corridor (M-BRIC) at Mocha village in Porbandar district, bringing marine research, biomanufacturing, startups and coastal livelihood programmes under a single ecosystem. The proposed project, an initiative of the Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission (GSBTM) under the Department of Science and Technology, is intended to develop the state's marine biological resources into high-value products and support technology-driven industries along the Gujarat coast. A memorandum of understanding will be signed between GSBTM and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI) for establishing M-BRIC in the presence of Science and Technology Minister Arjun Modhwadia and Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Cooperation, and Animal Husbandry Minister Jitu Vaghani. Mocha has been identified as the principal hub, with a proposed 30-acre ecosystem comprising research facilities, industrial infrastructure, field demonstration areas, processing facilities, and incubation support. Specialised activities and partnerships could also extend across the Saurashtra region and the wider Gujarat coastline. The proposed corridor will cover the marine biotechnology value chain, from exploration of marine biodiversity and scientific research to technology development, pilot-scale validation, industrial scale-up and commercialisation. The resources being considered include seaweeds, microalgae, marine microorganisms and saline ecosystems. The government plans to explore applications including biofertilisers, biostimulants, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, aquafeed, animal nutrition products, enzymes, biosurfactants, pharmaceutical intermediates and marine-derived biomaterials. Seaweed-derived agar, alginate and carrageenan are also among the substances proposed for value addition. A dedicated seaweed-processing cluster is planned at Mocha with facilities for receiving raw material, washing, pre-processing, extraction, drying, powdering, packaging, storage and quality control. The ecosystem is also expected to include a state-level seaweed brood bank supplying elite planting material of Kappaphycus alvarezii and Gracilaria dura. Marine microalgal biofactories are proposed to produce omega-3 fatty acids and other high-value bioactive compounds, while an integrated seaweed biorefinery would focus on phycocolloids, biostimulants and other value-added products. Research facilities are planned for marine bioprospecting, genomics, microbiology, natural products, and biotechnology development. Incubation facilities and pilot-scale bioprocessing and biomanufacturing infrastructure would support startups and entrepreneurs in moving technologies from laboratories towards commercial applications. The proposed ecosystem would also assist with prototype development, technology validation, intellectual property protection, regulatory assessment, licensing, technology transfer and industry partnerships. CSIR-CSMCRI has been identified as a key scientific knowledge partner, with expertise in seaweed biotechnology, marine bioproducts, saline agriculture, halophytes, bioprocessing and technology transfer. Microalgal biorefineries are also proposed at salt-pan facilities associated with CSIR-CSMCRI in Bhavnagar. The project also envisages capacity-building programmes under the Seaweed Mission for coastal youth, seaweed farmers, fishing communities, women-led enterprises, MSMEs, entrepreneurs, students and industry professionals. Training would cover areas such as seaweed cultivation, aquaculture, marine biotechnology, genomics, bioinformatics, marine diagnostics, natural products, bioprocessing, environmental monitoring, entrepreneurship, intellectual property and technology commercialisation. Environmental monitoring, biodiversity assessment and environmental impact assessment are proposed as part of the ecosystem, alongside responsible utilisation of marine genetic resources. The project also envisages research on Blue Carbon and climate-resilient coastal development, including monitoring of seaweed and coastal ecosystems. The corridor is being developed in alignment with Gujarat's biotechnology ecosystem, the BioE3 framework, India's Blue Economy priorities and the Viksit Bharat @2047 vision.
7 Killed After SUV Rams Parked Trailer Truck In Gujarat
The victims were travelling from Bhavnagar to Alang, where they worked at a shipyard, Superintendent of Police Nitesh Pandey said.
Seven killed as SUV rams into parked trailer in Gujarats Bhavnagar
Digital Desk | Bhavnagar, Oct 6 (IANS) Seven people travelling to work at the Alang shipbreaking yard were killed after their SUV crashed into a stationary trailer on a service road along the Bhavnagar-Somnath national highway in Gujarats Bhavnagar district on Tuesday. The accident took place around 10 a.m. near Trapaj village in Talaja taluka, under the jurisdiction of Alang police station. According to police, the SUV was travelling from Bhavnagar towards Alang when it rammed into the rear of the trailer, which was parked on the service road. Superintendent of Police (SP) Nitesh Pandey said six people died on the spot, while another succumbed to injuries during treatment. The trailer was parked on the highway's service road near Trapaj village when the Bolero, travelling behind it, rammed into its rear. Six people died on the spot, while another succumbed to injuries during treatment, he told IANS. The collision left the Bolero completely mangled, with its front portion badly damaged after becoming lodged against the trailer. The force of the impact also pushed the stationary trailer forward. Rescue efforts were complicated by the extent of damage to the SUV. Police and local rescuers had to force open its doors using iron bars to remove the occupants. Local reports also said CCTV footage from the area captured the collision. All the occupants were travelling to Alang, where they worked at shipbreaking yards. Local reports identified the deceased as employees associated with Alang shipbreaking operations, although police had not immediately released a full official list of identities. Police and emergency ambulance services reached the spot after receiving information about the crash. The bodies were taken to a government hospital for postmortem examinations. The accident briefly affected traffic movement in the area as police and rescue personnel worked at the site and removed the damaged vehicles. Police have begun an investigation to establish the circumstances leading to the collision, including how the SUV crashed into the parked trailer.
Seven killed as SUV crashes into parked trailer truck in Gujarat's Bhavnagar
At least seven people were killed after the car they were travelling in rammed into a parked trailer truck on a highway in Bhavnagar district of Gujarat on Tuesday, police said. Superintendent of Police Nitesh Pandey said that the victims were travelling from Bhavnagar to Alang, where they worked at a shipyard.
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 6 (IANS)Young tennis players Khush Parikh and Raghavi Jajoo of Adani Sportsline Academy finished runners-up in their respective doubles categories at the All India Ranking Championship Series Tennis Tournament 2026, held at Mamta Tennis Academy in Bhavnagar, Gujarat. Khush finished runner-up in the Under 14 Boys Doubles, while Raghavi secured the runner-up spot in the Under 14 Girls Doubles. Both also reached the semifinals of the Under 14 Singles event. Raghavi joined Adani Sportsline Academy in April 2024 and has stood out for her resilience and determination on court, often fighting for every point. Khush, who joined in August 2025, has worked on his ball placement, angled shots and consistency, while developing greater composure in tight matches. Their progress has been supported by regular work with the academys coaching team on stroke technique, footwork, match play and decision-making. The focus has been on strengthening their fundamentals and helping them handle the demands of competitive tennis. Both players qualified for the School Games Nationals in 2025. Khush was runner-up in Under 14 Doubles at an All-India Tennis Association Championship Series tournament in Vadodara, while Raghavi finished runner-up in Under 12 Doubles at an All-India Tennis Association Championship Series tournament in Ahmedabad. Both have also won Gujarat State Tennis Association ranking tournaments. At Adani Sportsline Academy, the players have access to dedicated coaching, training facilities and regular competitive opportunities as they continue to develop their game. Khush and Raghavi will now return to training as they prepare for their upcoming competitions.
Gujarat: Elderly doctors digital arrest exposes Rs 58.5 lakh trail; two held
Digital Desk | Rajkot, Oct 3 (IANS) The Rajkot City Cyber Crime Police has arrested two men from Gujarats Ahmedabad within hours of registering a case involving the alleged digital arrest of an elderly woman doctor, with investigators finding that bank accounts linked to the accused were allegedly used to transfer around Rs 58.5 lakh in cyber fraud proceeds. The accused have been identified as Darshan Makwana, 34, a resident of Isanpur area in Ahmedabad and originally from Bhangadh village in Dholera taluka, and Shubham Parmar, 29, a resident of Bhavnagar and originally from Botad. According to the Cyber Crime Police, the accused allegedly allowed cyber criminals to use their company's bank accounts in return for commission, facilitating the transfer of money generated through cyber fraud. The arrests were made on the basis of technical analysis and bank-related information, police said. A case was registered at the Cyber Crime Police Station in Rajkot under Sections 318(4), 308(2), 319(2), 204 and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, along with Section 66(D) of the Information Technology Act. Police said the investigation followed a complaint concerning the digital arrest of an elderly woman doctor. In such cases, victims are allegedly contacted by fraudsters posing as law enforcement or other officials and are made to transfer money under the pretext of a purported investigation. The police seized four mobile phones and a laptop from the accused. The total value of the seized property has been estimated at Rs 1.20 lakh. The arrests were carried out by a team working under the supervision of City Police Commissioner Brajeshkumar Jha, Additional Police Commissioner Chaitanya Mandlik, and other officials. Police said further legal proceedings are underway in the case. Police have appealed to citizens not to share their bank details, OTPs, passwords or other sensitive information with unknown callers. They advised people to remain cautious if someone threatens them with arrest or legal action over a phone or video call and demands money, and to immediately report suspected cyber fraud through the official cybercrime helpline.
Gujarat hooch case: Rajasthan man held for arranging materials used to pack toxic liquor
Digital Desk | Bhavnagar, Oct 1 (IANS) Gujarat Police's State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested another accused in the methanol-laced liquor case in Bhavnagar district, bringing the total arrests in the case to 42, police said on Thursday. The latest accused has been identified as Ladulal alias Ganesh Kharol, 22, a resident of Mahendragarh village under Karoi police station in Rajasthan's Bhilwara district. He was arrested on September 30 at 6:45 p.m. with the assistance of the Rajasthan ATS. A court has granted his police custody remand until October 8. The case relates to the consumption of methanol-laced liquor in Bhavnagar district in August, which resulted in 13 deaths, according to reports at the time. The toxic liquor had affected more than 60 people. An FSL examination of a seized bottle found 38.59 per cent methanol and 0.94 per cent ethanol. The incident came to light after people fell ill following consumption of the liquor in the Vartej area. The initial deaths were registered as accidental deaths, but subsequent investigation established a link with poisonous liquor containing methanol. A case was then registered at Vartej police station against 21 people under Sections 105, 123, 61(2), 3(5), 274, 275, 345(3), 349 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita-2023 and Sections 65(A)(B)(D)(E)(F), 65A(2), 65A(3), 67(1)A, 81 and 83 of the Prohibition Act. The investigation was subsequently handed over to the State Monitoring Cell on the directions of DGP G.S. Malik. The agency has since expanded the probe beyond those initially named in the FIR to trace the wider supply chain involved in procuring chemicals, packaging material and other equipment used to manufacture and distribute the illicit liquor. According to the latest police investigation, Kharol was allegedly involved in arranging the cardboard boxes, empty glass bottles, bottle caps, stickers, and other materials used to package the liquor, and in getting these items transported from different places to Bhavnagar. Police said Kharol had been in contact with the alleged main accused, Gautam Solanki, for some time and that the two had decided to manufacture the liquor at Solanki's house. Kharol allegedly collected the material required to manufacture and package the illicit liquor. After the incident, Kharol allegedly learned that people were dying after consuming the liquor and fled Gujarat. Police further alleged that while fleeing, he contacted other accused persons and asked them to destroy mobile phones and other evidence. The State Monitoring Cell said Kharol knew the process of manufacturing the illicit liquor and allegedly participated in its manufacture for financial gain. With his arrest, the number of people arrested in the Bhavnagar case has now reached 42. Of these, 40 are currently in judicial custody, and one is in police custody, while the latest accused has been remanded to police custody until October 8, according to the State Monitoring Cell. Earlier reports had traced the toxic liquor to a network involving people from Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. Investigators had found that the liquor was packaged in bottles bearing the labels of a popular Indian-made foreign liquor brand, 'Royal Stag'. The investigation also established the presence of highly toxic methanol in the seized liquor. The State Monitoring Cell is continuing its investigation into the roles of the accused and the procurement and distribution network behind the methanol-laced liquor.
Dont compare yourself with others: Gujarat CM tells youth
Digital Desk | Bhavnagar, Sep 25 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday urged young people to develop skills, gain practical knowledge and contribute to the governments vision of Viksit Bharat-2047, while stressing that development must extend beyond major cities to villages and every section of society. Addressing students at a Yuva Samvad programme at Maharaja Krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar University, Patel said youth could play an important role in nation-building and creating a better society through skill development, positive thinking, sensitivity and self-confidence. The interaction was organised under the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', marking 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modis public service. Students raised questions on employment, education, agriculture, healthcare, sports, womens empowerment, cybercrime, de-addiction, infrastructure and Viksit Bharat-2047. Viksit Bharat would not be achieved only through the development of major cities, but by ensuring that development opportunities and the benefits of government schemes reach villages and every citizen, he said. He also urged young people not only to make use of government schemes themselves but to help needy people and friends access them. Highlighting employment opportunities emerging in Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR), Patel called on youth to acquire technical skills suited to the requirements of upcoming industries. The government is working with companies to provide skill development training, particularly in sectors such as semiconductors, he asserted. On physical and mental well-being, the Chief Minister advised young people not to compare themselves with others and said they should move ahead according to their own abilities. If success is not achieved, one should make another attempt, he said, while highlighting yoga and positive thinking for maintaining a healthy mind and body. Responding to a question on agriculture, Patel said modern farming methods, suitable seeds, technology and equipment could help young people improve their own farms and contribute to agricultural development in their villages. He encouraged students to supplement classroom learning with practical experience by visiting model farms and exploring value addition of agricultural produce. On cybercrime, Patel highlighted government initiatives to create awareness among students about cybersecurity and online fraud. On sports, he said: Sports infrastructure is being developed across Gujarat, and government support is there for projects to develop hockey and other sports facilities in Bhavnagar. The Chief Minister also stressed the importance of womens participation in policy-making and highlighted efforts to increase their representation in local self-government institutions. Learning other languages is important, but there should be no hesitation in speaking ones mother tongue, he said. Patel expressed confidence that the youth could make a significant contribution to nation-building through skills, positive thinking, sensitivity and self-confidence.
Gujarats Chief Minister inaugurates 738 crore in development projects in Bhavnagar, emphasizing public service and sustainability. Bhavnagar Unveils 738 Crore Development Projects, Including New Collector Office
He Killed His Girlfriend, Days Later Gujarat Police Beat Him At Same Spot
Two days after a girl was beaten to death at the ST bus stand in Bhavnagar city, police recreated the crime scene with the accused. The accused, identified as Faisal alias Khatki Lakhani, allegedly brutally assaulted and killed his girlfriend, Kajal Baraiya. After recreating the incident, Neelambaug Police publicly beat the accused at the same spot where he allegedly committed the murder. Neelambaug Police Station PI D.P. Undad was seen publicly beating the accused. The man allegedly beat Kajal Baraiya for seven minutes at the ST bus stand. CCTV footage of the incident has also emerged.
Nine dead after consuming spurious liquor in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district
Nine individuals died and others fell ill after consuming spurious liquor in Sagar district. Two additional deaths occurred around the same time but remain unlinked. Local officials confirmed nine deaths from the illegal alcohol consumption in two villages. The incident follows a similar tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district last month. Screening has begun in the affected villages as authorities investigate the deaths.
Cops thrash Guj man at same spot where he killed partner
A man accused of fatally assaulting his live-in partner in Bhavnagar was publicly thrashed by police during a crime scene reconstruction. Police officials defended the action, citing the need to restore public faith after the brutal murder, despite a recent circular from the Gujarat Home Department restricting such conduct.
Police constable arrested in Gujarat hooch tragedy case
A police constable has been arrested in connection with the Bhavnagar hooch tragedy, which has claimed 13 lives in Gujarat. This brings the total number of arrests to 39, as investigations reveal the constable's links to the prime accused and his involvement in the offence.
Indian Railways Approves Rs 125 Crore Bhavnagar Para Yard Upgrade To Ease Terminus Congestion
Bhavnagar, August 28: The Gujarat polices State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has traced the source of the methanol used in the toxic liquor tragedy to Delhi. Three more suspects from the national capital have been arrested, bringing the total number of arrests to 31. According to officials, Pramod Kumar Budakoti, a resident of Delhi, allegedly supplied ... Read more Gujarat Toxic Liquor Case: Police Uncover Methanol Supply Chain, 31 Arrested Including Suppliers from Delhi
Ahmedabad Police Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Liquor After Bhavnagar Incident
Ahmedabad, August 25: Following the tragic death of 13 individuals due to toxic alcohol in Bhavnagar district, the Gujarat police have ramped up their efforts against illegal liquor across the state. In a special operation conducted over four days, the Ahmedabad city police registered 436 prohibition cases and arrested 476 individuals. This operation, directed by ... Read more Ahmedabad Police Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Liquor After Bhavnagar Incident
Gujarat Toxic Liquor Case: Police Uncover Chemical Supply Chain, 27 Arrested
Bhavnagar, August 25: The Gujarat State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested 13 more individuals in connection with the toxic liquor case in Bhavnagar district. This brings the total number of arrests to 27. Investigators are tracing the supply chain of methanol and other chemicals allegedly used to produce the toxic liquor. The recent arrests were ... Read more Gujarat Toxic Liquor Case: Police Uncover Chemical Supply Chain, 27 Arrested
Gujarats Crackdown on Illegal Alcohol After Bhavnagar Tragedy: 436 Cases Filed, 476 Arrested
Ahmedabad, August 25: Following the tragic deaths of 13 individuals from toxic alcohol in Bhavnagar district, authorities in Gujarat have intensified their crackdown on illegal liquor. As part of this initiative, the Ahmedabad city police registered 436 prohibition cases and arrested 476 individuals during a four-day special operation. This operation took place from August 18 ... Read more Gujarats Crackdown on Illegal Alcohol After Bhavnagar Tragedy: 436 Cases Filed, 476 Arrested
Tragic Death Toll Rises to 13 in Gujarats Toxic Liquor Incident
Bhavnagar, August 24: The death toll from the toxic liquor tragedy in Gujarat has risen to 13, following the deaths of two more individuals who consumed methanol-laced counterfeit alcohol. Officials reported that Mukesh Manilal Damor, 36, died late Saturday night, while 42-year-old Bhargav Upadhyay was declared dead on Sunday morning. These fatalities occurred as the ... Read more Tragic Death Toll Rises to 13 in Gujarats Toxic Liquor Incident
Woman Caught Smuggling Gold Worth
Ahmedabad, August 24: Customs officials at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport seized nearly half a kilogram of 24-carat gold from a 31-year-old woman from Bhavnagar. The gold, valued at over 83 lakhs, was discovered after she arrived from Sharjah on a flight operated by Air Arabia on August 23. Upon her arrival, the Air Intelligence ... Read more Woman Caught Smuggling Gold Worth 83 Lakhs at Ahmedabad Airport
Guj hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die; 13 held
The death toll due to the consumption of spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district went up to 13 on Sunday after two more victims succumbed during treatment, officials said.
Gujarat Hooch Tragedy Death Toll Rises To 13; 13 Arrested
Two More Die In Bhavnagar After Consuming Methanol-Laced Liquor; Probe Handed To State Monitoring Cell
Gujarat hooch tragedy: Two more die, toll rises to 13
Thirteen people have died from consuming spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district. Two more victims succumbed to their injuries while receiving medical treatment on Sunday. Officials confirmed sixty-seven individuals consumed the toxic methanol-laced liquor. Police have arrested thirteen of the twenty-one accused individuals in connection with the tragedy.
Bhavnagar spurious liquor case: death toll rises to 9; three critical
Police have arrested 13 of the 21 accused named in the FIR
Gujarat liquor tragedy kills nine, leaves three critical
The death toll from spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has risen to nine. Three individuals remain in critical condition while many others have been discharged from hospitals. Police have arrested thirteen of the twenty-one accused named in the first information report. The illicit hooch was allegedly prepared in Vartej with raw materials from Ahmedabad. Investigations are ongoing to identify all suppliers and distributors of the toxic liquor.
Gujarat liquor tragedy kills nine, leaves three critical
The death toll from spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has risen to nine. Three individuals remain in critical condition while many others have been discharged from hospitals. Police have arrested thirteen of the twenty-one accused named in the first information report. The illicit hooch was allegedly prepared in Vartej with raw materials from Ahmedabad. Investigations are ongoing to identify all suppliers and distributors of the toxic liquor.
Why Bhavnagar spurious liquor deaths in 'dry' Gujarat are shocking yet hardly surprising
Why Bhavnagar spurious liquor deaths in dry Gujarat are shocking yet hardly surprising
Man involved in Guj hooch tragedy dies drinking same alcohol
A spurious liquor tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has resulted in eight deaths and left 61 persons affected, with 25 still undergoing treatment. Police have arrested 13 individuals in connection with the incident, which involved methanol-laced alcohol sold under a popular brand name. The State Monitoring Cell is investigating the source and distribution network of the illicit brew.
Bhavnagar Spurious Liquor Tragedy: 61 Affected, 25 Hospitalised, 10 Critical
Police have arrested 13 of the 21 accused named in the FIR registered at Vartej police station in connection with the hooch tragedy. Gujarat is a 'dry' state where the manufacture, sale and consumption of alcohol is banned.
Major Crackdown by Gujarat Police: 13 Arrested in Bhavnagar for Toxic Alcohol Deaths
Ahmedabad, August 20: In a significant operation, the Gujarat Polices State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested 13 individuals in connection with a toxic alcohol incident in Bhavnagar district. Authorities reported on Thursday that the investigation revealed a large quantity of methanol-laced counterfeit alcohol was being sold in bottles bearing labels of a well-known Indian whiskey ... Read more Major Crackdown by Gujarat Police: 13 Arrested in Bhavnagar for Toxic Alcohol Deaths
12 bootleggers detained, 21 booked after Gujarat hooch tragedy
Seven people have died and 30 others are hospitalised in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district after consuming spurious liquor. Police have detained 12 bootleggers and registered an FIR against 21 individuals. The victims reportedly consumed illicit liquor from duplicate bottles of an IMFL brand, with preliminary investigations suggesting the supply originated from Madhya Pradesh.
Gujarat Spurious Liquor Tragedy: Death Toll Rises To 7; 30 Hospitalised
12 bootleggers have been detained in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district
Four Dead from Toxic Liquor in Bhavnagar
Bhavnagar, August 20: Four people have died after consuming toxic liquor in Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, while 18 others have been hospitalized, with eight reported to be in critical condition. According to police, the counterfeit liquor was illegally brought in from Madhya Pradesh and sold in Bhavnagar. The victims had consumed the fake liquor sold ... Read more Four Dead from Toxic Liquor in Bhavnagar
Four Dead from Toxic Alcohol in Bhavnagar, 18 Hospitalized
Bhavnagar, August 20: Four individuals have died after consuming toxic alcohol in Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. Eighteen others have been hospitalized, with eight reported in critical condition. According to police, the counterfeit liquor was illegally brought in from Madhya Pradesh and sold in Bhavnagar. The victims consumed fake alcohol sold under a popular brand name. Gujarat ... Read more Four Dead from Toxic Alcohol in Bhavnagar, 18 Hospitalized
Five dead, 20 others hospitalised after consuming spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar
A shocking case of suspected spurious liquor consumption has emerged from Gujarat's Bhavnagar district, where five people have died and 20 others are undergoing treatment after allegedly consuming adulterated liquor. As per the information, the incident occurred at Kharkhadi village of Ghogha taluka. The incident has triggered a major police investigation. Acting on the directions of Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister, a team of the State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has reached Bhavnagar to investigate the matter. A Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team is also collecting evidence from the suspected site of adulteration.
Spurious liquor kills 2 in Gujarat; 19 hospitalised
Two individuals have died and 19 others have been hospitalised in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district after consuming spurious liquor. Authorities have detained four bootleggers and are investigating the source of the duplicate Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) bottles, which are believed to have originated from Madhya Pradesh. Gujarat is a dry state where alcohol is banned.
Rs 50.43 lakh bill sent, but no water tank at hospital; Gujarat Minister orders action
Gandhinagar, Aug 19 (IANS) Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya has ordered a police complaint and disciplinary action against officials after finding that a 2.55 lakh-litre underground water tank approved for a hospital in Palitana in the Bhavnagar district had not been constructed, despite a bill of Rs 50.43 lakh submitted for approval. Pansheriya took note []
At least two dead, 19 hospitalised after consuming spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar
Bootleggers from Vartej and other police station areas in the city have been detained, SP Pandey said
Two Die, 19 Hospitalised After Consuming Spurious Liquor in Gujarat
Four bootleggers have been detained after the suspected consumption of illicit liquor from duplicate IMFL bottles in Bhavnagar district.
Demand Aggregation Can Cut Power Costs for Steel MSMEs by 34%
A new report ranks 22 secondary steel clusters on their attractiveness for renewable electricity integration in steelmaking. Raipur, Belgaum, Shimoga, Rajkot and Bhavnagar top the list, with Raipur and Rajkot assessed in detail
Murugappa Groups CG Semi Launches Semiconductor Production in India
Ahmedabad, July 29: The Hercules bicycle is a well-known name in India. In 1949, the Murugappa Group partnered with the UKs Tube Investments to establish TI Cycles of India. The factory for TI Cycles A was inaugurated in 1951 by Krishna Kumar Singhji Gohil, the last and highly popular ruler of the former Bhavnagar state, ... Read more Murugappa Groups CG Semi Launches Semiconductor Production in India
Despite the village having a separate Muslim cemetery with sufficient space, the deceased Muslim man was buried on 27 gunthas of land adjacent to the Hindu crematorium.
The Artistic Journey of Himmat Shah: A Pioneer of Modern Indian Sculpture
New Delhi, July 21: Himmat Shah, born on July 22, 1933, in Lothal, Gujarat, emerged as a leading figure in modern Indian sculpture and drawing. His art reflects deep influences of history, memory, and human civilization. Growing up amidst the remnants of the Indus Valley Civilization profoundly shaped his artistic vision. He moved to Bhavnagar ... Read more The Artistic Journey of Himmat Shah: A Pioneer of Modern Indian Sculpture
A lioness attacked a man in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district, which has gone viral online. The man survived the prolonged ordeal with serious injuries after rescuers arrived. Recent lion attacks have killed two people, prompting public concern and protests. Forest officials have captured many lions, which wildlife experts find concerning. Experts advocate for scientific approaches to manage the escalating human-lion conflict.
Lion Mauls Cattle Herder in Gujarats Bhavnagar, Video Viral
The incident occurred in the morning at Garajiya village in Palitana taluka when the victim, identified as Kalubhai Parmar, had gone to feed his cattle, the officials said.
Video: Lion attacks cattle herder in Gujarats Bhavnagar
Ahmedabad: A cattle herder was injured after a sub-adult Asiatic lion attacked him in Gujarats Bhavnagar district on Monday, July 6, forest officials said. A video of the incident went viral on social media, showing the big cat gripping the mans arm in its jaws as he lay on the ground while bystanders tried to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Sub-adult Asiatic lion attacks cattle herder in Gujarats Bhavnagar
Preliminary findings suggest the animal may have been provoked, triggering panic and leading to the attack, officials say
