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8 injured in clash after Gandhinagar sarpanch accused of graft - The Times of India
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Amit Shah reviews pond interlinking progress in Ahmedabad & Gandhinagar
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the ongoing pond interlinking works in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, where 1,349 ponds across 162 villages are being connected to boost water management. He urged officials to clear obstacles
Multiple extreme droughts likely triggered Indus Valley civilisation's collapse: New study
New Delhi: A series of prolonged and severe droughts lasting more than 85 years each likely led to the gradual collapse of the Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), according to a new study published in Nature . The research, led by IIT Gandhinagar in collaboration with two US universities, shows that repeated drought cycles between 4,450 and 3,400 years ago caused widespread aridification across 65- 91% of the region, ultimately forcing the de-urbanisation of Harappan centres. The Indus Valley Civilisation, one of the world's earliest and most sophisticated, thrived across the Indus floodplains in India and Pakistan. It was known for its advanced water systems and planned cities. In the absence of direct climate records, scientists relied on paleoclimate proxies such as cave deposits, tree rings and ice cores to reconstruct water patterns back then. By integrating high-resolution paleohydrological reconstructions with paleoclimate archives, we identified severe and persistent river droughts lasting decades to centuries that affected the Indus basin, said lead author Professor Vimal Mishra of IIT Gandhinagar. Study traces Koraga tribes ancestry to Indus Valley, finds Proto-Dravidian genetic lineage The study found that drought-like conditions began around 4,440 years ago, followed by multiple extreme droughts exceeding 85 years each between 4,400 and 3,000 years ago. Evidence from Dharamjali Cave further showed recurring summer and winter droughts between 4,200 and 3,970 years ago . Aridification intensified around 4,260 years ago and persisted for more than 300 years, leading to the abandonment of major Harappan cities. Although intermittent winter rainfall initially offered relief, its subsequent decline after 3,300 years ago fragmented Harappan settlements, marking the end of the civilization. The findings offer the strongest evidence yet that climate-driven hydrological stress, and not any sudden catastrophe, was central to the Indus Valley's long, gradual decline. Climate change likely caused the demise of Indus Valley civilisation: Study Walking with the Harappans
Why Did Indus Valley Civilisation Disappear? IIT Scientists Explain
One of the greatest mysteries of India is how and why the flourishing Indus Valley Civilisation disappeared. Now, researchers from IIT Gandhinagar propose that it was a series of extended droughts that forced people out of the region.
Accused in 6-year-old's rape injured in shootout after attempting to escape custody in MP's Raisen
BHOPAL: After six days on the run, 23-year-old Salman, accused of abducting, raping, and critically injuring a six-year-old girl in Gauharganj, Raisen district, was arrested from the outskirts of Bhopal on Thursday night. Just hours after his arrest, while being taken in police custody from Bhopal to Gauharganj, Salman attempted to flee in the early hours of Friday in Obedullaganj, Raisen district. The escape bid ended after a short encounter that left him with a bullet wound in his leg. Tyre of the police vehicle in which Salman was being taken in custody from Bhopal to Gauharganj got punctured while passing through the forest area of Obedullaganj at around 3.15 am. Just when Salman was being shifted to another police vehicle, he snatched the gun from sub-inspector Shyamraj Singh and fired twice at the force. Alert cops subsequently opened fire, hitting his leg, and he fell down. He was taken into custody again and admitted to Hamidia Hospital in Bhopal, a senior police official in central Madhya Pradesh told TNIE on Friday. Earlier on Thursday night, the Gandhinagar police in Bhopal arrested Salman following specific inputs from local residents, after he was found searching for a room on rent. We were seated in a tea shop when he came and enquired about renting a room. When asked for ID, he said he didnt have any. We had seen pictures of the absconding accused on TV and newspapers. Suspecting it was him, we alerted the police, who soon arrived and caught him, local residents Rizwan and Asif told a TV channel. Deputy Inspector General Prashant Khare (DIG-Narmadapuram Range) said the arrest was made based on specific intelligence. VIDEO | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: An accused in the Raisen minor assault case arrested after encounter as he tried to escape from the police. The injured accused has been admitted to a hospital. More details are awaited. #BhopalNews #MadhyaPradeshNews (Source: Third Party) pic.twitter.com/OV77WynAc7 Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) November 28, 2025 A Rs 30,000 bounty had been declared on Salman, who had been on the run since November 21, when he allegedly abducted, raped, and severely injured the six-year-old girl in the jungles near Gauharganj. The victim is currently recuperating at AIIMS-Bhopal. The case had sparked massive protests in Gauharganj since November 21, with a large number of women joining Hindu outfits to demand Salmans arrest. On Wednesday, the protests turned violent when residents and activists tried to enter a Muslim-dominated locality, prompting police to resort to a cane charge. The mob reportedly pelted stones at police officers. Multiple police teams from Raisen and neighbouring Harda and Betul districts were searching for Salman, who has a past record of theft and criminal assault. Teams even extended their search to Gujarat, following continuous intelligence inputs. On Tuesday night, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav expressed strong displeasure over the handling of the case and associated road blockades. The SP of Raisen, Pankaj Pandey, was removed and attached to the state PHQ as an Assistant Inspector General (AIG), while Deputy Commissioner of Police Ashutosh (DCP Bhopal Zone I) was appointed the new SP of Raisen district.
BLO ends life in Gujarat; family says death due to mental stress from SIR duty
A delegation of Gujarat Rajya Prathmik Shikshak Sangh, an association of government primary teachers, met election officials in Gandhinagar and made a representation about issues being faced by teachers working as BLOs.
Terror case accused assaulted by fellow inmates inside Sabarmati Central Jail
AHMEDABAD: Dr Ahmed Mohyuddin Syed, accused in a terror case, was brutally assaulted inside Sabarmati Central Jail after an early-morning confrontation with three undertrial inmates. The clash left him with severe eye and facial injuries, triggering a formal FIR and a high-level internal probe. The incident has brought the jail under fresh scrutiny over the security of high-risk prisoners. The incident unfolded around 7 am, when a confrontation between Dr Ahmed Mohyuddin Syed and three inmates suddenly spiraled into a full-blown assault. Syed collapsed with injuries to his eye, face, and multiple body parts. Prison staff rushed him to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital for urgent treatment. The accused, identified as three undertrials lodged in the same barrack, allegedly attacked Syed using a belt or strap. Speaking in sharp detail to TNIE , Gaurav Agrawal, SP of Sabarmati Central Jail, said: We have registered an FIR following the assault on Dr. Ahmed inside the jail ... The reason behind the confrontation is still unclear. Our team is questioning inmates, and further investigation against the three named individuals is underway. On November 9, Gujarat ATS had captured three persons from Gandhinagar and Banaskantha, uncovering a terrifying trail of radicalisation and preparations for a major terror strike. Dr. Ahmed Mohyuddin, a medical graduate from China, had alleged links with Pakistan-based handlers and was reportedly experimenting with cyanide to create lethal poison. Investigators claimed that he aimed to raise funds to launch a large-scale terror attack in Gujarat or elsewhere in India, all under the ideological influence of ISKP (Islamic StateKhorasan Province). Two other accused Azad Suleman Sheikh and Mohammad Suhail from Uttar Pradesh had earlier sourced arms from Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, and hidden them in a graveyard near Kalol, Gandhinagar. The ATS recovered three foreign-made pistols, 30 live cartridges, and 4 liters of castor oil, believed to be part of early-stage poison manufacturing.
IISc and IIT Gandhinagar join hands to foster academic exchange
Clashes erupt over dargah demolition in Gujarats Somnath, 13 arrested
Gandhinagar: Violent clashes erupted in Gujarats Somnath district on Monday, November 10, after residents of Prabhas Patan area in Veraval allegedly attempted to stop officials from demolishing a dargah, resulting in the arrest of 13 individuals. The situation turned tense after a conversation between locals and Mamlatdar office staff turned into an altercation. Nearly 100 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 .
Delhi-based visa operator held after four Gujarati migrants were abducted in Iran
AHMEDABAD: A human trafficking and extortion racket has been busted after the rescue of four residents of Gujarats Gandhinagar who were abducted in Iran while attempting to illegally enter Australia. The Gandhinagar Special Operations Group (SOG) has now arrested the Delhi-based agent who orchestrated the crime and is digging deeper into the network. The four victims, including a couple, are residents of Bapupura village in Mansa taluka. They were kidnapped and brutalised in Tehran under the false promise of being sent to Australia. The mastermind behind this, Delhi-based passport and visa agent Zareek Ahmed Khan Safiq Ahmed Khan, was arrested by the Gandhinagar SOG following a meticulous interstate operation led by officer police inspector V D Wala under the supervision of SP Ravi Teja Wasam Shetty, marks a crucial breakthrough in the probe into this transnational racket. Police inspector Wala told local media that the accused agents, Zareek Ahmed Khan and Safiq Ahmed Khan, were arrested a few days ago and produced before the court, which granted police remand till November 13. After frantic efforts involving political intermediaries, all four victims were finally released on October 27 and flown back to India the next day. The Gandhinagar SOG swiftly swung into action, coordinating with multiple teams in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat. Their pursuit led to the arrest of Zareek Ahmed Khan, originally from Uttarakhand but operating from Delhi as a visa agent. He has been remanded in custody till November 13 for interrogation, as the police work to uncover the larger international human trafficking and extortion network behind this operation. This is not an isolated case we suspect a deeper network involving agents in multiple states and foreign handlers. Interrogation of the accused is ongoing, said PI V D Wala, confirming that the investigation has now extended beyond Indias borders.or.
RDD staff goes on two days pen down strike
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 11: Demanding registration of an FIR against the then SDPO Gandhinagar, Sunil Singh Jasrotia and his immediate suspension for assaulting BDO Nagrota and a Panchayat Secretary, All J&K Panchayat Secretaries Association (Jammu province) went on two days pen down strike today. In a letter flashed to the Commissioner/ Secretary to the Govt, Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, All J&K Panchayat Secretaries Association declared two days pen downs strike on November 11 and 12. Provincial [] The post RDD staff goes on two days pen down strike appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Doctor Held In Gujarat Was Preparing Ricin Poison, Surveyed Food Markets For Attack
The ATS said Dr Saiyed, a Hyderabad native, was arrested near Adalaj in Gandhinagar on November 7.
Gujarat ATS arrests three people, including doctor, allegedly conspiring to carry out terror attack
The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested three people who the police said were involved in an alleged conspiracy to carry out a major terrorist attack using a potent poison called 'ricin', PTI reported citing officials. The accused, including a doctor identified as Dr Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed, hailing from Telangana along with two others from Uttar Pradesh, were in Gujarat to exchange weapons, according to Gujarat ATS DIG Sunil Joshi. Two Glock pistols, a Beretta pistol, 30 live cartridges and four litres of castor oil were recovered from Saiyed's possession after he was arrested by the ATS on Friday, said Joshi. According to Joshi, the accused men have disclosed that their handler sends the arms consignment via a drone across the Pakistan border. On interrogation, Saiyed revealed that he was plotting to carry out terrorist activities and had collected the weapons from an isolated place at Kalol in Gandhinagar district. The official said that Saiyed's handler, Abu Khadija, was a resident of Afghanistan associated with the ISKP (Islamic State Khorasan Province), and he has also been in contact with several individuals from Pakistan. To execute a major terrorist attack, Saiyed, who earned his MBBS degree in China, has been preparing a highly lethal poison named 'ricin'. He had already started necessary research, procured equipment and raw materials, and initiated the initial chemical processing, Joshi said. He said that Saiyed is highly educated and radicalised, and had planned to collect funds and recruit persons as part of a conspiracy to carry out major terrorist activities. The ATS team also arrested persons who supplied weapons to Saiyed based on information collected from his mobile phone, he said. The other accused, Azad Suleman Sheikh and Mohammad Suhail Mohammad Saleem, both hailing from Uttar Pradesh, were arrested in Banaskantha district, the official said. The duo had allegedly procured weapons from Hanumangadh in Rajasthan and supplied them to Saiyed, Joshi said. The preliminary probe has revealed that the accused had recced several sensitive locations in Lucknow, Delhi and Ahmedabad. When questioned about the source of weapons, they disclosed their handler sends the arms consignment via drone across the Pakistan border, he said. The official said the trio have been booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and Arms Act, and Saiyed has been remanded in ATS custody till November 17, while the two others will be produced before a court on Sunday. Whether they are involved with the ISKP is a matter of investigation, he said, adding that the Gujarat ATS was also investigating the case in different states.
Two youth tied to tree, heads shaved, assaulted in Gujarats Kutch
Gandhinagar: In a disturbing incident, two young men in Gujarats Kutch were reportedly tied to a tree, assaulted, and shamed. The incident took place on October 31 in the Khavda area but came to light on Tuesday, November 4. According to the police complaint filed by one of the victims, Hakim Sama, he and his 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 .
Biren tapes tampered, top forensic lab tells SC
NEW DELHI: Audio recordings allegedly implicating former Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh in the 2023 ethnic violence in the state were tampered with and are not scientifically fit for voice comparison, the National Forensic Science Laboratory (NFSL), Gandhinagar, has informed the Supreme Court. As the said audio is tampered with, no opinion on the similarity or dissimilarity of the speakers could be offered, the NFSL told the court. The submission of the NFSL were made during the hearing of a plea filed by the Kuki Organisation for Human Rights Trust (Kohur), seeking a court-monitored probe into certain leaked audio clips that allegedly implicate Singh in instigating the ethnic violence. A two-judge bench comprising Justice Sanjay Kumar and Justice Alok Aradhe directed that a copy of the NFSLs report be shared with all parties and listed the case for further hearing on 8 December. Kohur alleged that the tapes, shared by an anonymous whistleblower, contained phone conversations held by Singh, establishing the complicity of the highest functionary and others in the ethnic violence.
10 pc productivity loss in Indias migrant workers due to heat stress over past 4 decades: Study
New Delhi, Nov 2: Heat stress due to working outdoors may have caused a 10 per cent decline in productivity among migrant workers in India over the past four decades, a study has estimated. Researchers, including those from the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, also show that during 1980-2021 rural-to-urban migration hotspots in north, east and south India saw a significant increase in humidity, pointing to a higher heat stress experienced by the section of society indoors. Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, [] The post 10 pc productivity loss in Indias migrant workers due to heat stress over past 4 decades: Study appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Si Nonna's Becomes India's First Pizzeria to Receive the Prestigious AVPN Certification
Si Nonnas , the much-loved pizzeria bringing the authentic flavours of Naples to Indias vibrant culinary scene, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first pizzeria in India to receive the globally recognised certification from the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, known worldwide as AVPN. Founded in Naples in 1984, the AVPN is the international authority that protects and promotes the tradition of true Neapolitan pizza. With fewer than one thousand certified pizzerias across more than sixty countries, this recognition places Si Nonnas among an elite global community committed to preserving the centuries-old art of Neapolitan sourdough pizza making. Si Nonnas Becomes Indias First Pizzeria to Receive the Prestigious AVPN Certification The certification confirms that Si Nonnas sourdough pizzas adhere to every international standard set by AVPN, including the precise method of dough preparation, fermentation, ingredient quality, oven specifications and baking technique. Each pizza is crafted using a twenty-four hour sourdough fermentation process that ensures a light, airy and flavourful crust. The recipe finds its inspiration in a serendipitous encounter with Nonna Gallianos original mother dough in Naples, which sparked the vision of bringing an authentic Italian experience to Indian diners. At the same time, Si Nonnas has thoughtfully adapted its approach to scale across India, combining traditional Italian craftsmanship with local insights to ensure consistency, quality, and accessibility across multiple outlets. For Si Nonnas, this achievement represents more than international recognition. It is a validation of the brands philosophy of staying true to authentic Italian sourdough craftsmanship while innovating to meet Indian tastes and dining expectations. With the AVPN certification, Si Nonnas now stands shoulder to shoulder with the worlds most respected pizzerias and sets a new benchmark for quality, precision, and authenticity in Indias dining landscape. Speaking about the achievement, Ayush Jatia, Founder of Si Nonnas , said, Earning the AVPN certification is a landmark moment not only for Si Nonnas but also for the evolution of pizza culture in India. It reaffirms our promise of bringing true Neapolitan flavours and techniques to Indian diners. Being the first pizzeria in India to achieve this honour is incredibly humbling and fills us with immense pride. This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion of our team, and it motivates us to continue sharing the joy of authentic Italian sourdough pizza with every guest who walks through our doors. Every stage of Si Nonnas pizza-making process follows AVPN guidelines with complete dedication. From using specific flours and natural yeast to maintaining the precise conditions in their custom-built ovens lined with tiles made from Vesuvian lava, each pizza reflects the art and science behind true Neapolitan craftsmanship. The certification is not just a recognition but also reflects the teams passion, precision, and commitment to delivering authentic sourdough pizzas at every outlet. Antonio Pace, President of AVPN , congratulated Si Nonnas and said, We are delighted to welcome Si Nonnas into the global AVPN family. Their pursuit of excellence and their respect for Neapolitan tradition in a market as diverse and fast growing as India demonstrate the universal appeal of our heritage. Their achievement represents a remarkable step in the global story of true Neapolitan sourdough pizza. Si Nonnas continues to expand its presence with more than thirty five outlets across eight major Indian cities including Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Delhi NCR, Indore, Ahmedabad, Surat, Gandhinagar and Bangalore. Each location remains dedicated to the same philosophy of serving sourdough pizzas that balance authenticity, flavour and craft. With this certification, Si Nonnas further strengthens its position as a pioneer in Indias evolving gourmet landscape, offering guests the assurance that every pizza they enjoy meets the highest international standard of authenticity and quality. As Indias appetite for authentic, high-quality dining experiences continues to grow, Si Nonnas now stands as a bridge between Italian heritage and Indian innovation. The AVPN certification cements its place as a trailblazer that has not only elevated the countrys pizza culture but has also redefined how authenticity is experienced, celebrated.
Rajasthan HC grants six-month interim bail to Asaram Bapu on health grounds
JAIPUR:In a major relief to self-styled godman Asaram Bapu, the Rajasthan High Court has granted him six-month interim bail on health grounds. Asaram is serving life sentence in Jodhpur Central Jail for sexually assaulting a minor. He has been reportedly suffering from poor health for a long time. The case was heard by a division bench headed by Acting Chief Justice Sanjiv Prakash Sharma. Senior Supreme Court advocate Devdutt Kamat and advocate Yashpal Singh Rajpurohit appeared on behalf of Asaram. They argued that his deteriorating health required continuous medical attention, which was not possible while in jail. Additional Advocate General (AAG) Deepak Chaudhary represented the Rajasthan government, while advocate P.C. Solanki appeared for the victim. After hearing all parties, the Bench granted Asaram six months interim bail in the first such relief from the Rajasthan High Court. It is worth noting that Asaram has been serving his sentence since April 2018. Earlier, on January 7, 2025, the Supreme Court had granted him interim bail in a separate Gujarat case on medical grounds. Following the expiry of the bail, he surrendered on August 30. Asaram then filed a petition in the Rajasthan High Court seeking an extension of his bail. On August 27, a Division Bench of Justice Dinesh Mehta and Justice Vineet Kumar Mathur rejected his plea, citing a medical board report from Ahmedabads Government Hospital, which stated that his condition was stable and did not require hospitalisation. The court also observed that Asaram had been visiting multiple hospitals in recent months without regular follow-up treatment. Asaram has been convicted in two rape cases. The first case was registered in Jodhpur on August 21, 2013, following an FIR lodged at the citys womens police station for the rape of a minor. He was arrested from his Indore ashram on August 31, 2013, and a 1,021-page charge sheet was filed on November 6, 2013. The Jodhpur Sessions Court sentenced him to life imprisonment on April 25, 2018. In another case, filed in Ahmedabad in August 2013 by a woman from his Gandhinagar ashram, Asaram was found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment by the court on January 31, 2023.
Gujarat Congress warns govt of 'Nepalwali' agitation if farmers demands ignored
AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat Congress President Amit Chavda on Wednesday issued a two-month ultimatum to the Bhupendra Patel government, warning of a mass agitation and Nepalwali (As happened in Nepal) style revolt if farmers demands remain unfulfilled. Addressing a gathering at Rajkot, Chavda, joined by top Congress brass, launched a blistering attack on the BJP government, accusing it of corruption, arrogance, and indifference toward farmers pain. Amit Chavda tore into the BJP-led government over its alleged neglect of farmers. Speaking at the Krishak Andolan Kshetriya Mahapanchayat and Jan Akrosh Sabha, Chavda accused the state of turning its back on the very hands that feed Gujarat. In a gathering buzzing with farmers, activists, and senior Congress leaders including Mukul Wasnik, Shaktisinh Gohil, and Geniben Thakor, Chavda declared that if the government fails to address farmers grievances within two months, the Congress will mobilize villagers across Gujarat to surround the Assembly in Gandhinagar and launch a relentless agitation until justice is served. If the government does not work in the interest of farmers, we will surrender 100 percent of our seats but we will not surrender our fight! He warned the ruling dispensation that public anger is swelling, adding, If pushed further, we will do Nepalwali and this time, the throne will not survive. The Congress chief linked the rising farmer distress to the governments complete policy failure, citing unseasonal rain losses, lack of compensation, and poor insurance support under the Prime Ministers Fasal Bima Yojana. The party demanded fair prices for crops, immediate relief packages, and timely aid for affected farmers. Shifting his attack to the BJPs internal power politics, Chavda took sharp jabs at the recent cabinet reshuffle, alleging it was a smokescreen to hide corruption. The entire team was corrupt thats why they were removed, In a stinging swipe at government, Chavda alleged, In BJP, honest leaders linked with the land and people are sidelined. Those under whose liquor, gambling, and hooliganism rise they get promotions.
Couple among 4 from Gujarat return home after being held hostage in Iran for ransom
Four Gujarati residents, including a married couple from Gandhinagar district, have returned home safely. They were allegedly held hostage in Iran while traveling to Australia. The group reached Ahmedabad via New Delhi after their ordeal. Local authorities are awaiting their recovery to investigate the incident further.
Four Gujaratis rescued after being abducted in Iran, officials suspect human trafficking
AHMEDABAD: Four Gujaratis who were abducted in Iran while attempting to illegally enter Australia have returned home safely after intense diplomatic and police efforts. As the four arrived in Ahmedabad aboard an Air India flight, relief swept through Bapupura and Badpura villages of Gandhinagar district. Two of the rescued victims, Anil Chaudhary and Nikhil Chaudhary, were immediately whisked away to the Gandhinagar Local Crime Branch (LCB) in a convoy. The other two Ajaykumar Kantibhai Chaudhary and his wife Priyaben were rushed to a hospital due to their fragile health. Investigators immediately started to piece together the events leading up to the abduction. The four individuals had been lured by an agent promising migration to Australia. They flew through Delhi, Bangkok, and Dubai, before landing in Tehran, where they were taken by extortionists. Mansa MLA Patel claimed that the victims were beaten, stripped, and tortured after being kidnapped in Iran. The agent took them through three countries under false promises of reaching Australia, Patel said. A man identifying himself as Baba Khan from Tehran later contacted their families, sending disturbing videos of the four victims and demanding a ransom of Rs two crore. The victims were shown lying face-down, naked, with their hands and faces tied, their backs marked with red bruises. Panic-stricken families turned to village leaders and MLA J S Patel, who escalated the matter directly to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi. Patel confirmed that the top leaderships swift intervention and coordination with international authorities led to the hostages release. It was a diplomatic and administrative marathon, Patel said. They have been brought home safely alive and thats what matters most today. When the victims returned, investigators began questioning about their travel documents, the identity of the agent, and the exact route used. Police sources said none of them held valid visas for Iran, and a detailed probe is underway to uncover the human trafficking network operating between Gujarat and the Middle East. Meanwhile, Bapupura Sarpanch Prakashbhai Chaudhary expressed gratitude to the government and security agencies. Its a moment of joy for our village. Our boys have come back alive. We thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and state officials who worked overnight for their rescue, he said.
After cabinet overhaul, Gujarat BJP now plans major organizational reshuffle
AHMEDABAD: Gujarats political scene is changing again. After appointing a new BJP state president and reshuffling the state cabinet, the ruling party is now preparing for another big organizational change. The BJP plans to bring in new leaders to key posts and redraw its power structure from the state capital Gandhinagar to the district level a clear sign that the party is getting ready for the next big election. According to party sources, the next major step will be appointing new State General Secretaries one of the most powerful roles in the partys state unit. These appointments are expected within a week. Currently, the Gujarat BJP has four General Secretaries. Among them, Kutch MP Vinod Chavda is likely to keep his position, while the other three posts may go to new faces. The move aims to strengthen the partys organization and prepare for upcoming political challenges. Party insiders say this reshuffle is not just routine. It is part of a larger strategy to tighten control and improve coordination after the recent cabinet changes, in which ten ministers were dropped. The BJP wants to strengthen its structure at the district level to improve governance and maintain political balance. As part of this plan, new in-charge ministers will be appointed for 20 districts. The government now wants each minister to handle only one districtespecially those with important departmentsto improve focus and accountability. Earlier, many ministers managed two districts, which often reduced efficiency. Even Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi may see changes in his responsibilities. He currently oversees both Vadodara and Gandhinagar districts for the BJP, but he may now retain only Gandhinagar, reflecting the leaderships push for more focused roles. The 20 districts expected to get new in-charge ministers include Aravalli, Mahisagar, Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Botad, Bharuch, Bhavnagar, Dahod, Panchmahal, Dang, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Surendranagar, Junagadh, Patan, Narmada, Chhota Udepur, Tapi, and Valsad. Each new appointment will aim to balance political representation and improve administration, helping the BJP strengthen its control both at the grassroots and state levels. With these changes on the way, the Gujarat BJP is reshaping not just its cabinet but also its political strategy getting ready for the road ahead.
Shah inaugurates MLA quarters in Gandhinagar; lays foundation stone for road project
AHMEDABAD, Oct 23: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurated the newly constructed residential quarters for Gujarats MLAs in the capital Gandhinagar, and laid the foundation stone for a road project in Sanand taluka of Ahmedabad district. Shah, who represents the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat, reached the state capital on the third day of his Gujarat visit amid the Diwali festivities to inaugurate the residential apartments for the MLAs in Sector 17. The complex with 216 apartments in 12 [] The post Shah inaugurates MLA quarters in Gandhinagar; lays foundation stone for road project appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gandhinagar police rescue six-month-old baby hours after abduction
AHMEDABAD: A six-month-old baby who was snatched near Chhatral Road, Gandhinagar, on Diwali was safely reunited with the family. The incident happened around 8.30 pm on October 21 when the family was out shopping. Gandhinagar Police formed multiple teams, including LCB and SOG, to track the kidnapper and arrested the person with the help of CCTV analysis, technical surveillance, and tips from private informants. CCTV footage revealed a woman in a green saree carrying the baby away from a lorry. Investigations traced her identity to Madhiben, a resident of Bileshwarpura. Surveillance pinpointed her location in Meda Adaraj, leading to a coordinated police operation. By 10:30 am on October 22, the police had caught Madhiben with the baby. During questioning, she confessed to abducting the child, citing her inability to have children as the motive. Gandhinagar Police official stated: The baby was kidnapped around 8:30 pm near Chhatral Bridge. Our teams worked relentlessly through the night, tracking CCTV footage and using technical surveillance. By 10:30 am, we apprehended the accused and recovered the child safely. Quick action and coordination were key. The baby was immediately returned to the family. Locals and relatives lauded the polices swift and effective operation, calling it a perfect example of precision law enforcement.
Bengaluru Potholes Must be Filled in a Week: CM
The CM made the remarks after flagging off projects for the comprehensive development of roads, including white topping, in the Gandhinagar Assembly constituency: Reports
Gujarat cabinet gets 19 new faces, Harsh Sanghavi Deputy CM
Gandhinagar: In a major reshuffle, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday inducted 19 fresh faces in his council of ministers and retained six from his previous team, including Harsh Sanghavi who was elevated as Deputy CM, while cricketer Ravindra Jadejas wife Rivaba too made the cut. With this rejig, the total strength of the 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 .
Gujarat Cabinet Rejig: Harsh Sanghvi, Rivaba Jadeja and 24 others sworn in as ministers
Gujarat's revamped cabinet saw 26 ministers sworn in, including new Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi and Rivaba Jadeja. The ceremony in Gandhinagar was attended by Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and BJP National President JP Nadda. Several other prominent leaders also took their oaths.
All 16 Ministers In Gujarat Submit Resignations To CM Patel Ahead Of Cabinet Expansion
GANDHINAGAR, Oct 16: A day ahead of the planned cabinet expansion in Gujarat, all 16 ministers except Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel resigned on Thursday, BJP sources said. Patel will expand his cabinet on Friday, the state government had announced earlier in the morning. Resignations of all the 16 ministers have been taken by the party. Except for chief minister Patel, all the ministers have resigned, said a BJP source. As per the official release, the cabinet expansion will take place [] The post All 16 Ministers In Gujarat Submit Resignations To CM Patel Ahead Of Cabinet Expansion appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gujarat Cabinet Expansion Announced, Swearing-In Ceremony to Be Held Tomorrow
Gandhinagar, October 16 (Udaipur Kiran): The official announcement of the Gujarat cabinet expansion has been made. The swearing-in ceremony for the new ministers will take place on Friday, October 17, at 11:30 AM at the Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, in the presence of senior BJP central leaders. According to a statement issued by the State ... Read more Gujarat Cabinet Expansion Announced, Swearing-In Ceremony to Be Held Tomorrow
Morality Has No Meaning Without Spirituality: Mohan Bhagwat
Ahmedabad, Oct 15: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Wednesday said morality has no meaning without spirituality, and violence in society will stop if people follow the mantra I am in everyone, and everyone is in me. On the second day of his Gujarat visit, Bhagwat visited Preksha Vishva Bharati Dhyan Kendra at Koba near Gandhinagar city to meet Acharya Mahashramanji, a spiritual leader. I visit this place every year to charge my batteries, the RSS chief said [] The post Morality Has No Meaning Without Spirituality: Mohan Bhagwat appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Centre to set up sixth NSG Black Cat commando hub in Ayodhya: Amit Shah
NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday announced that the government plans to set up the sixth regional hub of the Black Cat counter terrorism commando force NSG in Uttar Pradesh's temple town Ayodhya. The National Security Guard has regional hubs in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Gandhinagar, along with a small unit called task force in Jammu. While addressing the 41 st Raising Day of the National Security Guard at its headquarters in Haryanas Manesar, the Home Minister announced that the NSG hubs in different parts of the country enabled its commandos to reach any emergency immediately and effectively. In his address, the Home Minister also indicated that the government is working on a plan to bring in major changes in the functioning of the NSG in the coming days. So far, five hubs of the NSG have been established in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad (Gandhinagar). In addition, a new hub is also going to be set up in Ayodhya. Here, the NSG personnel will be deployed and available round the clock, he said. The government operationalised four regional hubs of the NSG in Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata on June 30 and July 1, 2009. The decision to set up these hubs was taken following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks of 2008 to reduce the time in mobilising the elite commandos in the event of terror attacks. During the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, the NSG commandos were required to be airlifted from Delhi, which caused critical delays. In March 2011, the central government gave the nod for setting up another NSG regional hub in Gandhinagar. Praising the NSGs efforts in fighting a formidable battle against terrorism for the past four decades, the Home Minister said that it was reassuring for the countrymen that their security and fight against terrorism are in safe hands. With the three principles: Sarvatra, Sarvottam, Suraksha, and by making Samarpan, Saahas and Rashtrabhakti, its hallmarks, the NSG has fought a formidable battle against organised crime and terrorism in this country for four decades, he said. Shah said that the Special Operation Training Centre (SOTC), which was inaugurated today, was not only for the NSG but also for the state police forces. I want to tell all the state police forces that the Special Operation Training Centre inaugurated today is not only for NSG, but it will be available to them, he said. The Home Minister said that the SOTC, which has been built at a cost of Rs 141 crore, would provide state-of-the-art training for commandos to combat terrorism.
Govt To Set Up A Hub Of Black Cat Commando Force NSG In Ayodhya: Amit Shah
Manesar (Haryana), Oct 14: The government will set up another regional hub of the Black Cat commando force NSG in Uttar Pradeshs temple town Ayodhya, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday. This will be the sixth regional hub of the National Security Guard (NSG) after the existing hubs of Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Gandhinagar. The force also has a small unit called task force in Jammu. NSG hubs in different parts of the country enable its commandos [] The post Govt To Set Up A Hub Of Black Cat Commando Force NSG In Ayodhya: Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt to set up National Security Guard Black Cat commando hub in Ayodhya: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the elite NSG commando force will establish its sixth regional hub in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. This strategic move aims to significantly reduce response times during emergencies, ensuring swift deployment of commandos across the country. The new hub joins existing facilities in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Gandhinagar, enhancing national security capabilities.
KBC kid Ishit Bhatts rude behaviour controversy sparks debate on parenting. Watch viral video
A young student from Gandhinagar, Ishit Bhatt, has captured national attention after his appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati. His confident demeanor on the show, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, has ignited a widespread discussion on social media concerning children's manners, parenting styles, and behavior on television. The incident has prompted scrutiny of how children are guided before appearing on national platforms.
RTI reply exposes audit lapse of over Rs 2 lakh crore in eight Gujarat Municipal Corporations
AHMEDABAD: A massive accountability crisis has exploded in Gujarat as eight major Municipal Corporations have not been audited for several years, leaving a budget worth over Rs 2 lakh crore unaudited and unverified. The revelations, made through an RTI response, expose systemic neglect, violation of audit laws, and a stunning breakdown of financial transparency. Citizens of these cities have effectively been left in the dark about how public money is being spent. Now, Gujarats urban governance is staring at a financial storm. RTI documents have exposed that not a single audit has been completed for several years for eight major Municipal Corporations: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Bhavnagar, Junagadh, Surat and Vadodara. The data, obtained from the Director of the Local Fund Accounts Office in response to an RTI filed under Section 4(1) of the Act, reveals how thousands of crores of rupees in civic funds have remained unaudited, violating the Gujarat Local Fund Audit Act, 1963. The backlog means that over Rs 2 lakh crore of municipal expenditure across Gujarats largest cities has never undergone mandatory financial scrutiny. With an annual budget of around 12,000 crore in 202425, the Ahmedabad civic body hasnt completed an audit since 201718, which roughly translates to approximately 50,000 crore in unverified accounts for just one city. Similar patterns are seen in Surat and Vadodara, while other corporations have remained unaudited for four to six years. Experts say that this is not a mere technical lapse, but a deep governance failure. Ignored directives, defied laws This financial vacuum exists despite clear legal obligations and repeated directives. Notably, the Gujarat Local Fund Audit Act, 1963, under Section 4 mandates annual audits of all local bodies. The 11th Central Finance Commission (200005) had recommended that the audit of Municipal Corporations be done under the guidance of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), with reports submitted to the State Assembly. A Finance Department resolution on May 6, 2005, and later a circular on December 23, 2011, made this legally binding. The CAG had also flagged the non-compliance in August 2009, urging Gujarat to ensure timely audits. In 2011, Section 108A was added to the Gujarat Provincial Municipal Corporations Act, 1949, to reinforce the obligation. Yet, the RTI reply confirms that none of these directives have been implemented effectively. Last Audited Year, Municipal Corporation and Pending Years. The failure has also meant that no audit reports have been tabled in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly for years, as the audits were never done. The Finance Departments 2011 circular was meant to bring in accountability through CAG-supervised audits of Municipal Corporations. These reports were to be presented before the Assembly, debated, and acted upon. Instead, the process has been derailed for over a decade. Neither the CAG nor the Local Fund Audit Office has enforced strict timelines, and successive governments have allowed this crisis to deepen. RTI applicant raised red flag RTI Activist and Professor Hemant Kumar Shah has slammed the government, alleging a deliberate shielding of irregularities. In a democracy, the audit report for the previous financial year should be presented in the new year, debated by corporators, and acted upon as per rules. If the audit itself is not done for years, transparency collapses, and irregularities get buried, Shah claimed. He further alleged, This is a clear violation of the Gujarat Local Fund Audit Act, 1963. The State Assembly has failed in its duty to ensure annual presentation of audit reports. Transparency is a fundamental principle of democracy. When 2 lakh crore goes unaudited, the publics right to know how their money is used is crushed. Citizens kept in the dark The lack of audits not just weaken financial scrutiny but also denies Gujarats urban citizens of transparency over how civic budgets are spent on critical services like roads, water, housing, and sanitation.Over two crore people live in these eight municipal areas. However, no red flags were raised, no mismanagement was officially recorded. Political and governance questions mount The revelation has triggered serious concerns: Why has the State not enforced its own audit rules for over a decade? How is financial scrutiny being bypassed despite repeated CAG interventions? Who is responsible for this 2 lakh crore transparency vacuum? Legal experts say this is not just an administrative lapse, but a potential violation of constitutional principles governing local self-government. What next? With RTI evidence out in the open, pressure is likely to mount over the State government to immediately initiate pending audits and present reports in the Assembly. Activists and former bureaucrats argue that independent CAG oversight and public disclosure of audit findings are the only way to restore credibility. However, with seven years already lost in some corporations, the process of auditing such massive backlogs will be long, complex and politically sensitive. Whether the State acts decisive or let the lapse unchecked will determine the future of transparency and accountability in Gujarats urban administration. Notably, Hemant Kumar Shah said,If audits are not done, irregularities remain invisible. And when irregularities remain invisible, accountability dies.
I Love Muhammad Row, Youth Attacked Over Lord Shiva Post, And Stone-pelting At Garba
The government of Gujarat has launched a massive demolition drive in Gujarats Dahegam municipality-based Bahiyal village of the Gandhinagar district of Gujarat, following the recent communal riots during Navratri. The riots broke out on 24th September following a controversial social media post, prompting stone pelted between two groups. Police then registered riot cases against close Continue reading I Love Muhammad Row, Youth Attacked Over Lord Shiva Post, And Stone-pelting At Garba The post I Love Muhammad Row, Youth Attacked Over Lord Shiva Post, And Stone-pelting At Garba appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Demolition underway of illegal properties in Gandhinagar
The police had detained nearly 60 persons for the clash and rioting that occurred in the village. More than 200 people were involved in the rioting, in which several vehicles and shops were damaged and some were set on fire, the police had said.
AHMEDABAD: Former Gujarat Assembly Speaker and senior BJP leader Ramanlal Vora is once again embroiled in controversy after a screenshot of a WhatsApp chat allegedly linked to him went viral. The message, reportedly from a party group, referred to doing a Visavadar-wali, a phrase widely interpreted within BJP circles as an allusion to anti-party activity. The phrase refers to the Visavadar Assembly by-election, where the BJP had suffered defeat at the hands of the Aam Aadmi Party amid internal rifts and factionalism. The message was circulated in the context of the unfulfilled demand for the formation of Jadar taluka, sparking a political storm within the Sabarkantha unit of the BJP. As the controversy gained traction, Vora issued a clarification denying any disloyalty or negative remarks against the party. Vora admitted that the phone number and chat belonged to him, but maintained that the message was part of a conspiracy to defame him. I have never made any negative statements about the BJP. Since 2022, a false narrative has been running against me, and even a few within the BJP are behind it, he claimed. He further demanded that the state government should investigate the matter thoroughly and distinguish truth from falsehood. However, Vora did not explain how or by whom the message was circulated. This is not the first time the veteran leader has faced controversy. Earlier, party workers from Gandhinagar had accused him of illegally acquiring agricultural land despite not being a registered farmer, only to transfer the lands to his sons later. Several BJP members had called for a transparent probe into the alleged land deal. The repeated controversies surrounding Vora have raised questions within the party about internal discipline and factional politics, particularly at a time when the BJP is preparing for upcoming local and state-level electoral challenges.
'I am just a worker,' says Jagdish Panchal in his first address as Gujarat BJP chief
AHMEDABAD: In a strategically timed move, Gujarat BJP has officially appointed senior leader Jagdish Panchal as its new state president, making him the 14th chief of the partys Gujarat unit. Panchal, who filed his nomination on Friday, was elected unopposed. He formally took charge at BJP Headquarter Kamalam in Gandhinagar on Saturday. The suspense surrounding Gujarat BJPs leadership ended dramatically on Saturday as Jagdish Panchal was declared the new state president. The announcement came from the partys state election committee, which also oversaw his formal assumption of charge at Kamalam. The process leading to his elevation bore the unmistakable mark of Delhis strategic planning. Panchal had filed his nomination for the post on Friday, and handed it over to election office. As no other candidate entered the fray, his unopposed selection was a foregone conclusion. While his name surprised many within the state unit, recent political movements hinted that the groundwork for Panchals rise was laid well in advance. BJPs decision to conduct a formal election something not done during the appointments of CR Patil and Jitu Vaghani underscored the partys intent to showcase internal democracy even as the outcome was pre-decided. According to insider accounts, Panchals ascent began two days before the announcement when he received an unexpected call from Delhi. Dropping all commitments, he boarded a flight to the capital and held a series of meetings with top BJP leadership, including strategists and central observers. Interestingly, his visit remained under wraps, with no social media posts or political buzz a sign of tightly controlled communication from the partys command center. Within hours of his return to Ahmedabad, BJP Headquarter began to hum with activity, confirming the leadership change was imminent. At his first public address after assuming charge on Saturday, Jagdish Panchal struck a tone of humility and dedication. The identity of the president is not me it is the worker who sits in front of me, he declared, bowing before the party cadre. He invoked the BJPs ideological lineage from Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya and pledged to strengthen the philosophy of Panch Nishtha and Ekatma Manav Darshan through service-oriented politics. Panchal also paid homage to past Gujarat stalwarts including Keshubhai Patel, Vijay Rupani, and praised Former Gujarat BJP president Vajubhai Vala, Jitu Vaghani, and C.R. Patil, crediting them for transforming BJP into a banyan tree of public trust. Reaffirming faith in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, he hailed BJP as a symbol of trust, development, and new ideas. He credited Modis governance model from the abrogation of Article 370 to economic reforms like GST for propelling India to the worlds fourth-largest economy, and vowed to continue that momentum under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patels leadership. Closing his address on a personal note, Panchal recalled his fathers words Walk thinner than water as his guiding principle in leadership. If I remove the party sash, I am just a common worker. My only identity is saffron and the lotus, he said. With Jagdish Panchals elevation, Gujarat BJP appears to have balanced political equations and infused organizational continuity, preparing the ground for upcoming local elections while reinforcing its message that the partys strength lies in its disciplined cadre and unwavering leadership chain.
AHMEDABAD: Jagdish Vishwakarma is all set to be elected unopposed as Gujarat BJP president, strengthening Ahmedabads grip on both the government and the party. His elevation, strategically timed ahead of local body polls, signals not only a caste-calibrated move to balance Patidar and OBC power but also sets the stage for a looming cabinet expansion under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. The suspense over Gujarat BJPs leadership has ended with a decisive twist. Jagdish Vishwakarma, MLA from Nikol in Ahmedabad city, is set to be announced as the partys new state president. The announcement, overseen by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, marks the culmination of a process that began on October 2 and concluded Friday, with Vishwakarma emerging as the sole candidate backed unanimously by 292 state council members. His elevation is no ordinary development. For the first time in years, both the government and the party organisation are controlled by leaders from the same city: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel from Ghatlodia in West Ahmedabad, and Vishwakarma from Nikol in East Ahmedabad. This rare concentration of power cements Ahmedabads dominance over Gujarats twin power centres Gandhinagars corridors of governance and the BJPs political machinery. The timing is crucial. With municipal and panchayat elections slated for next year, the BJP has deliberately handed the reins to an OBC leader, balancing caste equations in a state where Patel represents the Patidar stronghold. Vishwakarmas rise is being read as a direct counter to Congress, which recently appointed OBC leader Amit Chavda as its state president, signaling a head-on battle for backward class votes. But the story doesnt end with his election. Speculation is rife that Vishwakarmas tenure as president could be short-lived, as he is tipped to join the cabinet in the imminent reshuffle. If inducted, he would have to step down from the organisational post, triggering yet another leadership adjustment inside the BJP. Party strategists, however, insist that the Patel-Vishwakarma duo represents the perfect mix of Patidar strength and OBC outreach a social engineering model that will define the BJPs grassroots strategy leading into the 2027 Assembly polls. For now, the leadership question may be settled, but the spotlight shifts immediately to Gandhinagar, where the much-awaited cabinet expansion is expected to redraw Gujarats political map in the coming weeks.
CBI arrests govt official for taking bribe of Rs 3.5 lakh
New Delhi, Oct 3: The CBI has arrested an official of Integrated Financial Advisor, Controller General of Defence Accounts, for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 3.5 lakh to clear a supply order for installation of CCTVs in an Air Force station, officials said on Friday. The owner of the CCTV company approached the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) claiming that Ashok Kumar Jadav, auditor/personnel of Integrated Financial Advisor (IFA), Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA), Gandhinagar (Gujarat) and an [] The post CBI arrests govt official for taking bribe of Rs 3.5 lakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gujarat BJP to elect new state president on October 4
AHMEDABAD: After months of speculation and a year-long delay, the Gujarat BJP is finally set to elect its new state president. With the form-filling process beginning on 3 October and voting scheduled for 4 October, the suspense over caste and regional equations has intensified. Sources say the next president is likely to be an OBC leader, balancing against the Patidar chief minister and shaping the partys strategy ahead of local polls in December and the 2027 Assembly elections. The one-year-long uncertainty over the Gujarat BJPs state president has finally reached a decisive point. After prolonged deliberations, the party has officially announced the election schedule, ending months of speculation and backroom manoeuvring. According to the programme, forms will be filled on 3 October between 11 am and 2 pm, followed by verification from 3 pm to 4 pm. Candidates will have the option to withdraw between 5 pm and 5:30 pm. The next morning, voting will be conducted from 10 to 11 am on 4 October, with the counting and announcement of results by 11:30 am. This election holds unusual significance because of the caste and regional balancing act the BJP leadership has been struggling with for nine months. While Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel hails from the Patidar community and represents Ghatlodia in central Gujarat, outgoing state president C.R. Patil represents South Gujarat. That makes it almost certain, insiders say, that the new president will be chosen from the OBC community, most likely from Saurashtra or North Gujarat. The importance of this exercise is not merely symbolic. With local body elections scheduled in December and the 2027 Assembly polls on the horizon, the new state president will carry the responsibility of ensuring a united front while managing the factional pulls of leaders like Amit Shah, Anandiben Patel, and C.R. Patil, each of whom commands significant influence within Gujarat BJP. Meanwhile, the political buzz at Kamalam, the party headquarters in Gandhinagar, has reached fever pitch. Preparations are underway, with a pavilion being built, as leaders and workers keenly debate caste equations and ideological leanings. Since the chief minister is a Patidar, the consensus is that the presidents chair is reserved for an OBC leader, a move aimed at electoral arithmetic and broader social outreach. Adding to the intrigue is the role of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Traditionally watchful, the RSS has been unusually assertive this time. At the 25 August Kamalam meeting held to plan Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday Seva Pakhwada, RSS Gujarat Prant Karyavah Shailesh Patel was seen alongside BJP MLAs, MPs, and office-bearers, the first such joint appearance in years. Sources suggest that the Sangh is keen on a president with a clear ideological grounding, further complicating the already delicate selection process. The political shadow of Anandiben Patel, now Governor of Uttar Pradesh, also looms large. Her recent Gujarat visit, including a stop at Khodaldham in Kagwad, Rajkot, is being read as significant. Sources claim she met several state leaders and may have conveyed the ground mood to the national leadership, shaping the final choice of president. For the BJP, the stakes could not be higher. The party knows that in Gujarat, where caste and regional identity can tilt the political balance, the choice of the next state president will decide not just the December civic polls but also lay the foundation for the 2027 Assembly battle.
Gujarat man dies in custody two weeks after arrest for 'leaking' sensitive documents to journalist
AHMEDABAD: Nishidh Jani, a Gujarat Maritime Board clerk arrested for allegedly leaking sensitive documents to journalist Mahesh Langa, died in hospital after his health collapsed inside Sabarmati jail. His sudden death amid corruption and GST scam allegations linking him to Langa has raised serious questions. Jani died under mysterious circumstances just two weeks after his arrest in a sensitive document leak case tied to Langa. Already suffering from a lung-related ailment, he was lodged in Sabarmati Central Prison when his health deteriorated late Monday night. According to Gandhinagar SP Ravi Teja Vasamsetty, jail officials rushed Jani to the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, where doctors declared him dead during treatment. The police officer confirmed that Jani had long struggled with lung problems, but his sudden collapse while in custody has drawn attention. Janis arrest was directly linked to the October 2024 case against Langa after Gandhinagar police recovered confidential Gujarat Maritime Board documents during a raid at the latter's residence. At the time, Langa had already been arrested by the Ahmedabad crime branch in connection with a Goods and Services Tax scam, deepening suspicions of a larger corruption nexus. Following the GMBs official complaint, police registered a separate case of document theft and corruption. Investigators soon identified Jani as the insider who allegedly passed the sensitive files to Langa. He was arrested two weeks ago under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provisions of theft and the Prevention of Corruption Act. While Langa continues to face multiple probes, Janis abrupt death has now cast a shadow on the entire investigation. With the key accused gone, questions linger over how deep the leak network ran inside the Gujarat Maritime Board and whether more names could tumble out.
From teacher to trickster: Gujarat police nab car scam kingpin in Mumbai
AHMEDABAD: A fraudster who rocked Gujarats online car market with a Rs 73 lakh fraud has finally landed in police net. Junagadh police nabbed the fraudster from Dahisar, Mumbai, after a high-tech chase across states. For three years, he duped car buyers and sellers on apps like OLX and CAR-24, trapping victims in 31 cases across 11 districts of Gujarat. The accused, Piyush Maheshbhai Patel (39), a resident of Visnagar, Mehsana, Gujarat was caught from Dahisar, Mumbai, after an intensive three-day surveillance operation. The story broke from Junagadh, where on September 25, 2025, a resident filed a complaint at the A-Division Police Station. The fraudster, posing as Dhaval Patel from CAR-24, trapped a local doctor by offering an inflated price for his Swift and luring him with a Brezza in return. Once the deal was set for just Rs 2.25 lakh through Angadiya payment, the scammer switched off his phone and vanished. The victims complaint led SP Subodh Odedara to order immediate action. PI and his team tracked the fraudsters digital trail, discovering he was operating from Mumbai. Using local intelligence, officers lay in wait inside a Mumbai salon for three days before finally nabbing the accused in Dahisar. Police interrogation peeled back Patels web of deceit. A former schoolteacher and car showroom worker, debt drove him into crime. His modus operandi was chillingly systematic: he would scan car-sale ads on OLX, pose as a CAR-24 agent, and bait owners with high offers. At the same time, he would tempt dealers in nearby cities with quick-sale cars at throwaway prices. Once both sides were convinced, Patel collected payments through Angadiya, then switched off his mobile and re-emerged with a new number and a new name. Patels aliases ranged from Dhawal, Arpit, Hardik, Sanjay, Rajendra Panchal, Jaimin, Hemala carousel of fake identities that helped him cheat buyers and sellers of 42 cars in three years. The confession is staggering: 31 cases registered in 11 districts, including Ahmedabad (6 cases), Gandhinagar, Bharuch, Botad, Banaskantha, Rajkot, and Kutch, with a total fraud of Rs 73.30 lakh. Earlier, he had already duped victims of nearly Rs 1 crore. From Patels possession, police seized a Samsung Galaxy A-35, 13 SIM cards, 3 blank HDFC cheques, and fraud-linked materials. His record reveals he turned Gujarats car market into his hunting ground, repeatedly exploiting digital platforms with surgical precision. The police have now tightened the investigation to identify possible accomplices and recover the looted money.
Hindu groups have responded with 'I Love Mahadev'and 'I Love Mahakaal'banners
Tension, violence in Gandhinagar over social media post; 60 people detained
In Gandhinagar's Bahiyal village, approximately 60 individuals were detained after a social media post sparked clashes. The unrest began when a youth's post, intended to counter the 'I Love Muhammad' campaign, allegedly contained derogatory content, leading to protests, vandalism of shops and vehicles, arson, and stone pelting near the village garba venue.
Communal clashes in Gandhinagar over WhatsApp status, 60 detained
The conflict erupted over a WhatsApp status message referencing an ongoingsocial media trend on the declarations I love Muhammad or I love Mahadev
Violence erupts in Gujarat village over social media post; shops vandalised, 60 detained
Violence broke out in Bahiyal village of Gandhinagar district late on Wednesday night following an objectionable social media post, the police said on Thursday. According to officials, a group of people allegedly vandalised several shops and vehicles and pelted stones, prompting the police to detain around 60 persons in connection with the incident. Four shops and five to six vehicles were damaged in the attack, Gandhinagar Superintendent of Police Ravi Teja Vasamsetty told reporters. The violence was reportedly triggered by a social media post made by a Hindu man referencing the ongoing trend I love Muhammad, which angered members of the minority community, the SP said. At around 11 pm on Wednesday, a group allegedly broke the shutters of a shop belonging to the person who had uploaded the WhatsApp status. Goods were taken from the shop and set on fire, the official said. The group later hurled stones on Hindu areas. Stones were pelted at the group from Hindu areas aswell, the official added. Heavy police deployment has been made in the area, and the situation is now under control. No details of injuries were immediately available. (With inputs from PTI)
Gujarat killer gunned down by police during 'escape bid' at murder scene reconstruction
AHMEDABAD: The psycho killer who brutally stabbed a youth to death and attacked a young woman near Gandhinagars Ambapur Narmada Canal in Gujarat was gunned down by police during a dramatic encounter on Wednesday evening. The accused, Vipul Parmar, who had stabbed 22-year-old Vaibhav Manwani to death and injured a young woman during a brutal robbery, turned violent during the murder scene reconstruction, attempting to snatch a police revolver and injuring three officers before being shot dead. According to Gandhinagar Range IG Virendra Yadav, Parmar was handcuffed and being escorted by LCB PI Diwan Singh Wala and PI H.P. Parmar when he lunged at PSI Patadia, snatched his revolver, and opened fire. Head Constable Rajendra Singh was shot in the left hand as chaos erupted. Parmar then fired at police vehicles, shattering a front windshield and hitting another door, while attempting to flee through the canals service road. The police responded immediately, with PI Diwan Singh and PI H.P. Parmar firing back and fatally shooting Parmar. Emergency services were immediately informed, and 108 paramedics declared him dead on the spot. Three policemen were injured in the exchange, with Rajendra Singh currently undergoing treatment at Apollo Hospital. This dramatic shootout was the culmination of a four-day manhunt. The shocking incident began on September 20 at 1:15 am, when Vaibhav and his female friend were sitting in a car near the canal celebrating a birthday. Vipul, roaming the area with robbery on his mind, ambushed the couple on a deserted stretch near Ambapur Canal Bridge. When Vaibhav resisted, Parmar stabbed him multiple times, killing him on the spot. The young woman was also brutally attacked and remains under treatment at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Parmar fled with their car, cash, and valuables, but abandoned the vehicle shortly after it broke down. Following the murder, Parmar evaded police, taunting them while moving between Challa and Dehgam areas. With mounting pressure, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch joined the hunt and tracked him to Manda Dungar, Rajkot, where he was arrested on September 23. Interrogation revealed that Parmar was mentally unstable and prone to violent outbursts when provoked. On Wednesday, Parmar was brought back to the crime scene for reconstruction, but his violent attempt to escape turned into Gandhinagars first-ever police encounter, ending his reign of terror. The deceaseds body was taken to Gandhinagar Civil Hospital, where the area was sealed off for a detailed panchnama. Today, a panel postmortem will be conducted in the presence of FSL experts, with the entire procedure being videographed to determine the exact sequence of gunfire. Forensic tests will also confirm how many rounds Parmar fired and how many were fired by the police in retaliation. IG Virendra Yadav clarified that the victims family was not present during the reconstruction, and Parmars relatives have been informed. As news of the encounter spread, locals who had been living in fear finally breathed a sigh of relief, marking the end of a chilling saga that began with a birthday celebration but ended in bloodshed and justice.
Two Groups Clash In Gujarat During Garba Over Online Post; Vehicles, Shop Damaged
A dispute over a social media post led to clashes in Gandhinagar, injuring several and damaging vehicles. Police vehicles were also attacked.
Gujarat model: Bulldozers for Dalits, poor, free land for crony capitalists, alleges Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi has accused the BJP government in Gujarat of targeting Dalits, backward classes, and the poor with bulldozers, citing the demolition of 400 homes in Gandhinagar's Pethapur slum. He alleges the BJP favors crony capitalists by providing them with land for free, while dispossessing vulnerable communities.
Gujarat model: Bulldozers for Dalits, poor, free land for crony capitalists, alleges Rahul
New Delhi, Sep 24 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the ruling BJP in Gujarat on Wednesday of using bulldozers against Dalits, backwards and the poor, while giving thousands of acres of land to crony capitalists for free. He highlighted the razing of 400 houses in Gandhinagars Pethapur slum and dubbed it as the Gujarat model that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to implement across the country. Gandhi also shared a video of the razed houses on X. The leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha said the BJP clearly knows that it cannot come to power through the
IPR Gandhinagar team proposes roadmap for Indias fusion power plans
Controlled fusion can only happen in extreme conditions, the kinds that exist inside stars. There are currently two popular ways to achieve this: inertial confinement and magnetic confinement. India is already invested in the magnetic confinement technique as a member of the ITER project, which is building a reactor in France
24-year-old youth stabbed to death in Gujarat, female friend injured; accused arrested
AHMEDABAD: The accused, Vipul Parmar, brutally stabbed 24-year-old youth Vaibhav Manwani to death and injured his female friend during a late-night birthday celebration. The injured is admitted to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Crime Branch cracked the case after an intense manhunt involving five teams and arrested the accused. Driven by anger and mental instability over his failed marriage prospects, Parmar targeted couples to rob and kill. The nightmare unfolded at 1:15 am on September 20, when the duo was sitting inside a car near Ambapur, close to Adalaj. Out of the shadows emerged a knife-wielding stranger, demanding cash and valuables. When Vaibhav resisted, the attacker unleashed a frenzied assault, stabbing him multiple times before turning on the woman. The assailant fled with their car, mobile phones, and cash. But his escape was short-lived the stolen car broke down just a short distance away, forcing him to abandon it and disappear into the darkness. Five teams of the Gujarat Crime Branch swung into action, combing through CCTV footage and informers networks. Their relentless pursuit led to the arrest of Vipul Parmar, a repeat offender with a disturbing psychological profile. According to police sources, Parmar specifically targeted young couples near secluded spots like the canal. Parmar had registered himself on matrimonial sites and even contacted a girl, but his mother opposed the match. This rejection, coupled with a troubled childhood where his stepmother mistreated him after his parents separated, festered into rage. He would attack any couple he saw together, driven by hatred and frustration. His primary aim was robbery, but his anger made his crimes gruesome, a Police official said. Parmar had earlier served jail time for other offences and was out on bail when he struck again. Vaibhavs death has shocked Gandhinagar, especially as the investigation revealed that Parmar had been prowling the area for weeks, hunting for targets. Police are now probing his involvement in other unsolved robberies and attacks in the region.
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PM Modi undertakes aerial survey of Dholera Special Investment Region near Ahmedabad
The Dholera Special Investment Region is around 100 km south of Ahmedabad and 134 km from State capital Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar civic body begins demolition of 700 illegal structures along the Sabarmati river
About 150 houses and shops have been razed
Gujarat court issues notices to two journalists on Adani Group's defamation plaint
Adani Group has filed criminal defamation complaints against journalist Abhisar Sharma and blogger Raju Parulekar, leading to court notices for their appearance on September 20. The complaints, filed in Gandhinagar, accuse Sharma and Parulekar of disseminating false and defamatory content aimed at tarnishing the conglomerate's reputation through a YouTube video and social media posts.
Hindi should be language of science, judiciary, and police: Amit Shah
GANDHINAGAR: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said there was no conflict between Hindi and other Indian languages, and stressed that it should not just serve as a spoken tongue but must also become a language of science, technology, the judiciary, and police. Addressing the inaugural session of the 5th Akhil Bharatiya Rajbhasha Sammelan, Shah said Indians must preserve their languages and make them immortal, urging parents to speak to children in their mother tongue. There is no conflict between Hindi and other Indian languages. Learned men like Dayanand Saraswati, Mahatma Gandhi, KM Munshi, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and many others accepted Hindi and promoted it. Gujarat, where Gujarati and Hindi have coexisted, is an excellent example of the development of both languages, he said. The Union minister said, Hindi is not just a spoken language or a language of administration. Hindi should also be the language of science, technology, justice and police. When all these works are done in Indian languages, then the connection with the public is automatically established. Shah said that while Sanskrit has given us he Ganga of knowledge, and Hindi has taken this knowledge to every home, and that knowledge has reached every person through our local languages. He said parents must always speak to children in their mother tongues. This is very important for the child's future, as many psychologists and educationists have confirmed that a child thinks in his mother tongue. As soon as you impose a language other than the mother tongue on a child, 25 to 30 per cent of his mind's capacity will be spent in translating it, Shah said. He further said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has worked to strengthen local languages through various types of technology, and the Home Ministry has created Bhartiya Bhasha Anubhag (Indian languages department), which will promote Hindi and other languages. For this, we are using science and technology a lot, he said. Shah said that Hindi has a place in education in Gujarat, a development which was made possible due to leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Dayanand Saraswati, etc, who urged people to communicate with each other and promote Hindi in every state. As a result of this, a child from Gujarat can go anywhere in the country, do business and get acceptance, he said. He pointed out that Bahubhashi Anuvad Sarthi is being used for translations powered by advanced technology. By training this software, we will keep enriching it further, and in the coming days, the citizens of a country will be able to communicate in their own language through this, he said. He said that one cannot aspire for independence and self-respect if the language of communication is not one's own. The Hindi Shabd Sindhu, which started with 51,000 words, has now crossed 7 lakh words, and by 2029, it will become the largest dictionary among all languages in the world, Shah said. I assure you that by 2029, this Hindi Shabd Sindu will become the largest dictionary among all languages of the world. Through this dictionary, we have also made Hindi flexible. Many Hindi scholars insist that Hindi should be Sanskrit-rich. No one has any objection to this. But the empty space has to be filled with Indian languages. Only then will Hindi feel familiar to all the people of India. And Hindi can be made a spoken language only when it becomes flexible, he said. We have to make many such changes with time. Those who do not change with time become history. I believe that our language is history, it is the present as well as the future. And that is why the use of the experiment with Shabd Sindhu is to make Hindi very useful, flexible and useful for the masses, he said.
'Respect All Indian Languages': Amit Shah's Hindi Diwas Message From Gujarat Summit
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the 5th Akhil Bhartiya Rajbhasha Sammelan on Hindi Diwas 2025 in Gujrat's Gandhinagar.
Pending works in Sanand will be completed in four years, says Amit Shah
AHMEDABAD, Sept 10: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday stressed that all pending works in the Sanand assembly segment of Gujarat will be completed in the next four years. Sanand is one of the seven assembly segments under the Gandhinagar Lok Sabha constituency represented by Shah. For the last six years, we have been trying to develop the Sanand assembly segment through a carefully planned design. I want to assure you that not a single village in Sanand will [] The post Pending works in Sanand will be completed in four years, says Amit Shah appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gujarat scam complaints pile up, just Rs 7.5 crore recovered out of Rs 402 crore
AHMEDABAD: On Day 1 of the Gujarat Assembly session, Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani grilled the state government on scam complaints under the Gujarat Protection of Interest of Deposits Act-2003. The Home Department revealed 81 complaints were filed in the past two years, with a staggering Rs 402.21 crore trapped. To recover the money, the state seized and auctioned properties of two companies, but only Rs 7.53 crore has been returned to duped investors so far leaving a massive gap still unresolved. The monsoon session of the Gujarat Assembly opened with a storm on Monday, as Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani dropped the bombshell on the state government. On Day 1, Mevani asked the Home Department about the fraudulent Ponzi schemes and scam companies that duped thousands of investors across Gujarat. In his query, Mevani demanded details on how many complaints were filed under the Gujarat Protection of Interest of Deposits Act, 2003, how much public money is stuck, and how much has actually been recovered. The governments reply shocked the House as 81 complaints were lodged in the past two years, trapping a staggering Rs 402.21 crore of investors' money. Despite this massive figure, action was taken against only two companies, with seized assets auctioned off. The recovery? A meagre Rs 7.53 crore returned to investors. This revelation comes against the backdrop of two mega scams that rocked Gujarat in the last two years. In 2024, Bhupendrasinh Zala, CEO of BZ Group, allegedly pulled off a Rs 6,000-crore Ponzi scam by luring over 14,000 investors with promises of double returns in three years and lucrative monthly payouts. Gandhinagar CID Crime teams raided multiple locations across Sabarkantha, Vadodara, Gandhinagar, and Rajasthan, uncovering transactions worth Rs 175 crore linked to the group. BZ Financial Services, at the scam's core, was found to be completely unauthorised. As the BZ scandal was still unfolding, 2025 brought another crypto-fueled scam, this time in Rajkot. A company named Blockora duped 8,000 investors, including 40 from Rajkot alone, siphoning off Rs 300 crore. The scheme promised daily returns of Rs 4,000 on an initial investment of Rs 4.25 lakh. Investors were pushed to buy a fake cryptocurrency called TABC, only for the companys founders and partners to vanish overnight.
Gujarat on red alert as IMD warns of torrential rains for two days
AHMEDABAD: Gujarat is bracing for two days of torrential rains as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for several districts. The state government has swung into action, deploying 12 NDRF and 20 SDRF teams across the state, while urging citizens to stay safe, especially during Ganesh Visarjan celebrations and the GPSC examination scheduled for tomorrow. As dark clouds loom over the state, Chief Secretary Pankaj Joshi convened an emergency review meeting at the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), Gandhinagar, on Saturday, to assess preparedness. With heavy rainfall predicted on September 6 and 7, the IMD has sounded red alerts for Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Mehsana, and Surendranagar districts on Saturday, and in Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Mehsana, and Kutch for Sunday. Meanwhile, orange alerts have been issued in Patan, Gandhinagar, Morbi, Rajkot, and Botad. During the high-level meeting, attended by Additional Chief Secretary Jayanti Ravi and Relief Commissioner Alok Kumar Pandey, district collectors were directed via video conference to stay on high alert. Joshi ordered round-the-clock presence of officials at district headquarters and directed them to monitor water levels in dams, release excess water when needed, and warn low-lying villages in advance. With large crowds expected for Ganesh Visarjan, the Chief Secretary emphasised strict crowd management near immersion sites. Ensure safe immersion by keeping people away from dangerous water bodies, Joshi instructed, highlighting the dual challenge of heavy rains and mass gatherings. The upcoming GPSC examination also came under focus, with orders issued to strengthen security and maintain vigilance at all exam centers. Meanwhile, NDRF and SDRF deployment will be reinforced in red-alert districts, and an additional NDRF team has been kept on standby in Vadodara. The review also saw coordination with multiple departments, including Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Energy, Health, Panchayat, Urban Development, Irrigation, and Roads, to ensure readiness for any emergency situation. So far, Gujarat has received 98% of its seasonal average rainfall, and the next 48 hours could prove crucial as authorities race to prevent floods, ensure public safety, and maintain order amid natures fury.
Gujarat on high alert as IMD predicts extreme rainfall; red alert in six districts
AHMEDABAD: Gujarat is bracing for two days of torrential rains as the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for several districts. The state government has swung into action, deploying 12 NDRF and 20 SDRF teams across the state, while urging citizens to stay safe, especially during Ganesh Visarjan celebrations and the GPSC examination scheduled for tomorrow. Chief Secretary Pankaj Joshi convened an emergency review meeting at the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), Gandhinagar on Saturday, to assess preparedness. With heavy rainfall predicted on September 6 and 7, the IMD has sounded red alerts today for Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Mehsana, and Surendranagar districts. Red alert has been issued for Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Mehsana, and Kutch for tomorrow. Meanwhile, orange alerts have been issued in Patan, Gandhinagar, Morbi, Rajkot, and Botad. During the high-level meeting, attended by Additional Chief Secretary Dr. Jayanti Ravi and Relief Commissioner Alok Kumar Pandey, district collectors were directed via video conference to stay on high alert. Joshi ordered round-the-clock presence of officials at district headquarters and directed them to monitor water levels in dams, release excess water when needed, and warn low-lying villages in advance. With large crowds expected for Ganesh Visarjan, the Chief Secretary emphasised strict crowd management near immersion sites. Ensure safe and smooth immersion by keeping citizens away from dangerous water bodies, Joshi instructed, highlighting the dual challenge of heavy rains and mass gatherings. The upcoming GPSC examination also came under focus, with orders issued to strengthen security and maintain vigilance at all exam centres. Meanwhile, NDRF and SDRF deployment will be reinforced in red-alert districts, and an additional NDRF team has been kept on standby in Vadodara. The review also saw coordination with multiple departments, including Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Energy, Health, Panchayat, Urban Development, Irrigation, and Roads, to ensure readiness for any emergency situation. So far, Gujarat has received 98% of its seasonal average rainfall, and the next 48 hours could prove crucial as authorities race to prevent floods, ensure public safety, and maintain order amid natures fury.
Ahmedabad Diary | Buzz over CM Patel meeting PM in Delhi
In a surprise political move, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel rushed to Delhi on Thursday, holding a closed-door meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting, held just hours before the Vibrant Gujarat Roadshow in the capital, has triggered intense buzz about the imminent announcement of a new BJP state president. Patel, who will interact with top industrialists, diplomats, and global delegates at the roadshow, praised Modis leadership for making Gujarat a Most Preferred Investment Destination. Political circles are abuzz that this sudden visit signals key policy shifts and a decisive political reshuffle in the state BJP. BJP faction war over joblessness campaign BJPs factional feud in Junagadh burst into the open after former cabinet minister Jawahar Chavda launched an unemployment assistance campaign from his Manavadar bastion. The initiative, aimed at addressing youth joblessness, drew sharp attacks from within his party. BJP MLA Arvind Ladani slammed the drive as a political drama, while Savj Dairy Chairman Dinesh Khataria accused Chavda of betrayal, recalling his switch from the Congress to the BJP. Unfazed, Chavda hit back: My campaign has poured oil in some stomachsanswers will come in time. The escalating war underscores deep rifts in the party. Major reshuffle awaits Gujarat police set-up Gujarat Police is set for a major structural shake-up with plans to increase the number of range IGPs from nine to ten. Sources reveal that Gandhinagar may soon be granted a Police Commissionerate, replacing the SP system, which would prompt Patan and Banaskantha to be transferred out of the Border Range. According to sources, a new Mehsana Range could be formed, while Morbi may merge with East and West Kutch SP areas to create a Kutch-Morbi Range. Simultaneously, Ahmedabad is likely to get a Zone 8 DCP office, driven by the citys growing population and area, signaling sweeping changes in law enforcement operations. Dilip Singh Kshatriya Our correspondent in Gujarat dilipsingh@newindianexpress.com
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BJP vs BJP in Gujarat: Former BJP MLA targets MLA Raman Vora in land scam case
AHMEDABAD: A political storm has erupted in Gujarat after BJP MLA and former cabinet minister Raman Vora was accused of posing as a bogus farmer to purchase agricultural land. The controversy has snowballed with former BJP MLA Poonam Makwana and other complainants demanding criminal action, income-tax scrutiny, and cancellation of land deals allegedly involving Vora's family. The case, which spans Gandhinagar and Idar, has triggered multiple investigations, Mamlatdars notices, and charges of political pressure to suppress evidence. The land scam controversy surrounding the MLA has intensified, with accusations that he falsely posed as a farmer to acquire agricultural land in Gandhinagars Palaj and Idars Dawad villages. Makwana has taken the battle head-on, writing to the Gandhinagar Collector and demanding immediate action against Vora. He alleges that after purchasing the land in 2004 through partnerships, Vora manipulated records, used a bogus farmer certificate, and transferred the land in the names of his wife and sons before selling it off to his close associate Dinesh Patel for Rs 3.7 crore. Former BJP MLA Poonam Makwana has written to the Gandhinagar Collector demanding immediate action against Vora. Patel, in turn, swiftly converted the land to non-agricultural status and handed it back to Voras sons Bhushan and Suhag. Makwanas complaint has raised a bigger question whether these multi-crore deals were ever reflected in income-tax returns. He has demanded that authorities not only probe tax evasion but also take criminal action under Sections 63 and 84-C, and restore the land to the genuine farmer partners. Bank and cheque-related discrepancies have also been highlighted as suspicious financial manoeuvres. Adding fuel to the fire, Prakash Parmar of Ahmedabad filed another complaint before the Collector, presenting evidence that Vora was not a farmer in multiple survey lands in Dawad. He questioned why certain land deeds were reversed, demanding a full inquiry. The Collector has since directed the Idar Deputy Collector to investigate and submit a detailed report. Meanwhile, the probe has shifted gears in Idar, where the Mamlatdars office has issued a notice to Vora, summoning him on September 1 with proof of farmer status and land documents. Investigators claim Vora obtained a fraudulent farmer certificate under the false name Ramanlal Ishwarlal, using it to buy agricultural lands in Gandhinagar and Idar in the names of his wife, Kusumben, and sons. Lands acquired in the names of Voras family were later sold off to individuals in Virpur and Jadar. But when Jetpur Wadali resident Rajendra Patel sought evidence, the then Mamlatdar allegedly withheld documents under political pressure. Patels threat to commit suicide at the Mamlatdars office forced the Revenue Department to intervene, transferring the officer and reopening the case. Now, with fresh notices served and farmer records already being questioned as fake, Vora faces the real risk of punitive action under the Ganot Act in addition to criminal charges.
Shah launches Gujarat govts Dial 112 project; calls it Modis vision for internal security
GANDHINAGAR, Aug 31: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday launched the Gujarat governments Dial 112 Emergency Response Support System (ERSS) and said it was an important step towards new age smart policing system as a unified number will be available for any kind of security related service. The Dial 112 service will free the people of Gujarat from different types of toll free numbers such as 100 for police, 108 for ambulance, 101 for fire, 181 for womens help, [] The post Shah launches Gujarat govts Dial 112 project; calls it Modis vision for internal security appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bihar cabinet approves industrial investment promotion package with free land, major incentives
PATNA: The Bihar cabinet on Tuesday approved the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Package 2025 aimed at attracting industrial investment, particularly large private investments, in the state. The package includes provisions such as free land, financial incentives and other related concessions to create a conducive atmosphere for the states rapid industrial development. The package, which received cabinet approval at its meeting on Tuesday, is part of the Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Policy 2016 and will remain in force until 31 March 2026 for investors. The decision regarding the promotion package is in line with the announcements made by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to grant concessions to industries. It also aligns with the governments commitment to create one crore employment opportunities in the state over the next five years, Bihar Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena said. While giving details of the main features of the industrial promotion package at a post-cabinet meeting briefing, Chief Secretary Meena said that the state government has decided to transfer land free of cost to the investors willing to set up industries in Bihar. FREE LAND FOR INDUSTRIES Stating that the land will be transferred at a token amount of 1, Meena said that there are three types of schemes from which an investor can choose. If an investor makes an investment of 100 crore and creates 1,000 direct employment opportunities, the investor will get 10 acres of land from the government free of cost. Those willing to invest 1,000 crore will get 25 acres of land depending on the project, whereas if a Fortune 500 company invests in the state, it will get 10 acres of land, Meena said, while expressing confidence that the move will attract big-ticket investments to the state. Other investors, who do not opt for any of the above schemes, will also get land at a 50 per cent discount on BIADAs land rate for setting up industries in the state, said the Chief Secretary. He was accompanied by Development Commissioner Pratyaya Amrit, Industries Department Additional Chief Secretary Mihir Kumar Singh and Cabinet Secretariat Department Additional Chief Secretary S Siddharth during the press conference. Stating that investors will have to choose from any of the three financial incentive schemes, Chief Secretary Meena said that as per Option I, an investor who gets a term loan from financial institutions will receive interest subvention of up to 40 crore plus SGST reimbursement of up to 100 per cent. Option II will give investors net SGST reimbursement of up to 300 per cent of the approved project cost for 14 years, whereas Option III will enable investors to avail themselves of a 30 per cent capital subsidy of the total approved project cost. It is completely up to the investors as to which option they want to choose from, the Chief Secretary said, adding that the export incentive has been doubled from 20 lakh to 40 lakh per year, and the time frame has also been increased to 14 years to boost exports from the state. Talking about the employment generation incentive, he said that the government will provide 5,000 per month per employee besides giving support of up to 300 per cent on account of ESI and EPF expenditure. For other units, the government will provide 2,000 per month per employee as an employment generation incentive, plus 100 per cent support on ESI and EPF, Meena said, and added that 20,000 per worker will be given as a skill development incentive. The package also includes 25 per cent reimbursement of up to 1 crore for environmental protection incentive. Additionally, 20 per cent or a maximum amount of 6 lakh will be given as a renewable energy usage incentive. ACQUISITION OF 14,600 ACRES OF LAND APPROVED IN PAST ONE YEAR The state government has already taken an in-principle decision to set up an industrial area or park in every district of the state, he said, while stating that the government has approved the acquisition of 14,600 acres of land for 32 industrial areas/parks in the past one year, whereas BIADA has acquired 8,000 acres of land since its inception. All the industrial areas/parks have either been developed or are being developed near expressway highways or high-speed corridors, Meena said, emphasising that all these industrial areas are well-connected, having both road and rail connectivity. For example, industrial areas in Rohtas and Aurangabad are close to the Varanasi-Kolkata expressway, while the industrial area in Darbhanga is located near the Amas-Darbhanga expressway. Similarly, the industrial area in Purnea is located near the Patna-Purnea expressway, he added. In yet another significant decision, a Fin Tech City will be developed adjacent to a plot of the Multi-Modal Logistic Park (MMLP) at Fatuha circle in Patna district, Chief Secretary said, adding that the Fin Tech City will be developed on the lines of GIFT (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City) located between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. The cabinet sanctioned 408.81 crore for the acquisition of 242 acres of land for the Fin Tech City. The Infrastructure Development Authority, Patna, will acquire the land. The development of Fin Tech City will help in bringing containerised cargo directly to Patna from ports, and from Patna, it will be further exported to other countries, Meena said. LAND ACQUISITION FOR EXPANSION OF INDUSTRIAL AREA In order to expand the industrial area in different districts, the Infrastructure Development Authority (IDA), Patna, will acquire a total of 1,927.5 acres of land worth 797.1 crore in six districts: Bhojpur, Sheikhpura, Rohtas, Sheohar, Darbhanga and Purnea. The district-wise break-up of land acquisition is as follows: 249.48 acres of land will be acquired at a cost of 52.62 crore in Bhojpur district; 250.06 acres of land at 42.16 crore in Sheikhpura; 492.85 acres of land at 154.07 crore in Rohtas; 270.01 acres of land at 105.27 crore in Sheohar; 385.45 acres of land at 376.07 crore in Darbhanga; and 279.65 acres of land at 66.91 crore in Purnea district. A total of 26 decisions, including the industrial investment promotion package, were taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.
The Mumbai CentralGandhinagar Vande Bharat Express, India's third Vande Bharat train, now includes Navsari as an additional stop, increasing its halts to eight. Covering 521 km in 6 hours and 30 minutes, the train operates six days a week, excluding Wednesday. Passengers can choose between AC Chair Car and Executive Chair Car options for a comfortable journey.
PM Modi on 2-day visit to Gujarat from August 25
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate houses built under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and initiate projects worth Rs 5,477 crore during his two-day visit to Gujarat, starting August 25. The projects span urban development, water supply, and transportation infrastructure across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Mehsana. On August 26, he will inaugurate Maruti Suzuki's first electric vehicle production line.
PM Modi on two-day Gujarat visit from August 25
Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of road projects worth Rs 307 crore during his two-day Gujarat visit on August 25-26, covering Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar and Mehsana districts. The projects, under the states Roads and Buildings Department, are aimed at strengthening connectivity, easing traffic, and boosting industrial growth in North 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 .
Days after slap incident, man held for raising slogans during Delhi CM Rekha Gupta's event
Days after the slap incident, chaos erupted at Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's public event in the Gandhinagar area on Friday. Notably, it was the first public event attended by Gupta after she was attacked on Wednesday, August 20.
AHMEDABAD: The state capital Gandhinagar is on edge as the Gujarat ex-Army Union continue their protest 'Operation Reservation' for the 23rd day on Tuesday. Ex-servicemen put forth their demand for job quota, land allotment, arms license approval, salary protection, and pending benefits. The Maharelli call turned tense after police detained over 50 protesters, triggering road blockades, clashes, and mass detentions. The agitation has now snowballed into a showdown, with ex-soldiers vowing to continue their protest until their arrested leaders, including union president Jitendra Nimawat, are freed. Our agitation will not stop until our leader is free, declared ex-servicemen, accusing police of treating decorated soldiers like terrorists. What began as a peaceful sit-in at the Sector-6 Satyagraha Camp turned stormy when police detained over 50 ex-servicemen ahead of a proposed Sainik Adhikari Maharelli, citing lack of permission to protest. The crackdown only inflamed tempers. By afternoon, around 1,500 agitated ex-army personnel descended on Ahmedabad, blocking the busy stretch from Airport Circle to Indira Bridge. Chanting Bharat Mata Ki Jai and Vande Mataram, they sat on the road, creating a two-kilometer-long traffic jam that stranded fliers on their way to the airport. Sensing the scale of the unrest, senior police officers, including JCP and DCP-level officials, rushed to the spot. Clashes broke out as ex-servicemen tried to free their detained comrades, forcing police to soften their stance. All detainees were eventually released after negotiations, and the blockade was lifted. But the agitation did not end there. Protesters regrouped, marching toward the Army Hospital for food before setting off for the Gandhinagar Secretariat. Anticipating another escalation, police locked the hospital gates and mounted intensive checks on vehicles and buses entering Gandhinagar. More detentions followed, deepening the standoff. Congress leader Manish Doshi slammed the crackdown as a disgrace for Gujarat, pointing out that even widows of martyrs had been detained. These soldiers are not asking for new rules, only enforcement of what exists. Denying them is shameful, he said, appealing to citizens and political parties to stand with the veterans. Backing the stir, MLA Umesh Makwana called Gujarat the only state where ex-servicemen get no job reservation, no dedicated ministry, and no compensation of Rs 1 crore to martyrs families as in other states. He warned that the governments apathy was eroding the soldiers patience.
Kshatriya history sparks royal row: Gujarat BJP leaders caste, slavery remark triggers walkout
AHMEDABAD: A lecture on Kshatriya history at a college in Mansa, Gandhinagar, on 11 August allegedly turned into a public showdown when Gujarat BJP leader Jairajsinh Parmars comments linking superstition and caste bias to Indias colonial subjugation provoked a heated rebuttal from Mansa States royal, Yograjsinh Raol, leading to his walkout. BJP co-spokesperson and North Gujarat Rajput Community president Jairajsinh Parmar found himself at the centre of a controversy after delivering the address at Mansa College in Mehsana district. Speaking as the main guest at a programme on certificate courses, Parmar said the caste system had tasked Kshatriyas with protecting society, but superstition, prejudice and caste discrimination had weakened the community, paving the way for British rule. Parmars sweeping historical account, covering the era from Afghanistan to the British Raj, claimed that Kshatriyas bore the sole burden of defending the nation while other communities were busy with their own work, eventually reducing Kshatriya numbers and leaving India vulnerable to foreign rule. These comments immediately drew fire from Rajvi Yograjsinh Raol, the royal of Mansa State and a fellow invitee, who interrupted Parmar mid-speech, accusing him of spreading falsehoods about the Kshatriya community. What followed was a tense five-minute verbal clash in front of the audience. As the argument escalated over whether Kshatriyas had ever been enslaved, Raol dismissed Parmars claims and walked out of the event. Witnesses quickly stepped in to prevent further escalation and restore calm. Later, speaking to the media, Parmar stood by his remarks, asserting that history was being misrepresented and that his references to Brahmins, Vaishyas, Shudras and Kshatriyas were part of an academic explanation, not an attack on any community.
