Free Entry For Female Spectators For India-Zimbabwe Womens T20Is In Raipur
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International: Female spectators will be allowed free entry to the three women's T20Is between India and Zimbabwe, starting at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium here, following a suggestion from the states Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The matches will be played on October 16, 18 and 20, with all three games starting at 7 pm. A Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh (CSCS) source said to IANS on Thursday that the decision was taken after the chief minister floated the idea when office-bearers of the association invited him to watch the T20I series. The Chhattisgarh CM suggested free ticketing for female spectators yesterday when he was invited to watch the T20I games by the state association. This happened because of the CM's suggestion, as one cannot refuse the CM's suggestion. Navratri is also going on, and having as many female spectators as possible in the T20I matches will add more spark to the festive season in Raipur, further said the source. The invitation was extended to Sai by CSCS president Mohan Das, director Vijay Shah, former president Mukul Tiwari, secretary Vintesh Agrawal, along with G S Murthy, Vinay Bajaj and other office-bearers. The association announced the initiative on its social media accounts on Thursday and urged female fans to turn up in large numbers and fill the stands in support of the Indian team. The series marks the start of Smriti Mandhana's tenure as India's full-time captain and is Zimbabwe's first bilateral series against India. It will also be the first time Raipur hosts a women's international match. After the T20Is, the two teams will move to Vadodara for a three-match ODI series from October 23 to 28. Meanwhile, Surat will host Elite Group A games in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy, which New Delhi was to stage originally. But with Arun Jaitley Stadium set to undergo drainage and pitch upgrades, and Palam Grounds occupied with the Ranji Trophy, there werent sufficient grounds to stage the games. CK Pithawala Ground and Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat will now host Elite Group A games starting on October 26. It will also be the first time Raipur hosts a women's international match. After the T20Is, the two teams will move to Vadodara for a three-match ODI series from October 23 to 28. Meanwhile, Surat will host Elite Group A games in the Senior Womens T20 Trophy, which New Delhi was to stage originally. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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SMC Honorary Coach Recruitment 2026
Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 8 vacancies across various posts. The online application process will be conducted from 15 October 2026 to 24 October 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, suratmunicipal.gov.in. The recruitment drive includes Table Tennis Coach, Badminton Coach, Volleyball Coach, Kho-Kho Coach, and other positions.
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Surat shop owner held for selling vet product as child medicine
Surat: A medical store owner in Surat allegedly repackaged a tonic intended for animals and sold it as medicine for children at double the price, prompting concerns over public health, police said. The Surat Special Operations Group and a team from the Food and Drugs Control Administration raided the Shantinath Medical Store in the citys 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 .
18 new machines to upgrade cataract surgery facilities at Gujarat hospitals
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 15 (IANS) Government hospitals and medical colleges across Gujarat will receive 18 advanced phacoemulsification machines for cataract surgeries at an estimated cost of more than Rs 8.85 crore, following approval by state Health Minister Praful Pansheriya, on Thursday. The machines will be distributed among government healthcare institutions in Ahmedabad, Surat, Bhavnagar, Vadodara, Jamnagar, Morbi, Gandhinagar, Vadnagar and Himmatnagar. The state government said the equipment would help patients to access modern eye treatment free of cost. The M and J Institute of Ophthalmology in Ahmedabad will receive seven machines, while Government Medical College in Bhavnagar, and GMERS Hospital in Morbi, will receive two each. One machine each has been allocated to New Civil Hospital and Old Civil Hospital in Surat, GG General Hospital in Jamnagar, ESIC General Hospital in Vadodara, and GMERS institutions in Gandhinagar, Vadnagar and Himmatnagar. The machines are designed to improve precision during cataract surgery by allowing surgeons to control ultrasound energy, vacuum and fluid flow. Their technology helps break down and remove cataract fragments, with the aim of providing greater control during procedures and supporting faster recovery. The equipment features an elliptical movement technology in its handpiece and a peristaltic pump system to regulate fluid flow and vacuum, enabling cataract particles to be removed through a suction tip. A foot-pedal control system allows surgeons to adjust ultrasound energy, vacuum and fluid flow according to the requirements of each operation. The machines also incorporate CASE (Chamber Stabilisation Environment) technology, which regulates changes in vacuum and fluid flow to help maintain stable pressure inside the eye during surgery and reduce the risk of a sudden pressure drop, known as a post-occlusion surge. The handpiece is designed to reduce excessive heat generation near the small incision made during surgery. This can help minimise corneal oedema, or swelling of the cornea, and other post-operative complications, supporting quicker recovery. The approval was given at a meeting chaired by Pansheriya as part of the state government's efforts to strengthen eye-care facilities at government medical colleges and hospitals.
Video: Surat's 36-Year-Old Skating Garba Tradition Eyes New World Record
Surat's unique Skating Garba blends tradition with adventure as children perform Dandiya on roller skates. Continuing a 36-year-old tradition, participants practise challenging moves, spins, and jumps.
Chemist Sells Animal Tonic As Child Medicine
A medical store owner in Surat was arrested for allegedly repackaging veterinary liver tonic and selling it as paediatric medicine at double the price, raising serious public health concerns. Police raided his store, seized materials, and registered an FIR.
Surat Police Enhances Security for Navratri Celebrations with Special Teams and Technology
Surat police ramp up security for Navratri, deploying special teams and AI technology to ensure safety during celebrations. Surat Police Enhances Security for Navratri Celebrations with Special Teams and Technology
Animal-use supplement sold as tonic for children
Fake Gucci Flora perfumes sold for 500; Surat trader arrested
Course charted for flood prevention
43 food stalls get notices over infra, hygiene
Pocket pressures: Women workers halt work
Man held with 49 mobile phones worth 6.31L
Textile traders seek regular parcel trains ahead of Diwali
Surat Medical Shop Owner Sold Animal Product As Tonic For Children, Arrested
The accused allegedly took large cans of Himalaya Liv.52 Protec Liquid Veterinary Feed Supplement, intended for animals, and transferred the liquid into smaller 60 ml and 100 ml bottles.
Cinpolis India and RealD announce 3D Film Festival across 18 cities, tickets priced at Rs 150
Cinpolis India, in partnership with RealD, has announced a special 3D Film Festival starting October 23, 2026. The festival will be held across 23 Cinpolis cinemas in 18 cities across India, bringing a selection of popular film franchises, family entertainers and cult classics back to the big screen in 3D. Tickets for all screenings will be priced at Rs 150. The festival's lineup includes Spider-Man: No Way Home, Fast & Furious 7, Jurassic World, Mufasa: The Lion King and Lilo & Stitch in English, along with the Hindi film Raaz 3. The initiative aims to give moviegoers an opportunity to revisit these titles in a 3D theatrical format at an accessible price. The festival will take place in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Navi Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Surat, Thane and Vadodara. Speaking about the initiative, Ashish Misra, Head of Commercialisation, Cinpolis India, said, When people come back to a film they already know, they come for the moments. They know exactly when the big scene is coming, and they wait for it with a hall full of people who are waiting for the same thing. That's what makes watching a film in a cinema special and seeing it in 3D on a big screen adds to it. We've taken the festival to 18 cities, from Bhopal to Bhubaneswar, because people everywhere should be able to enjoy that. Nathan Davis, VP of Marketing at RealD, also spoke about the collaboration and the festival's focus on bringing audiences back to cinemas. He said, India continues to be one of the world's most exciting moviegoing markets, and we're thrilled to partner with Cinpolis India to bring audiences back into theaters for some of the most memorable 3D experiences ever released. This festival is a great opportunity for fans to rediscover the immersive storytelling that premium 3D can deliver, while also building excitement for the next generation of cinematic events. As audiences look ahead to highly anticipated releases such as Ramayana and Avengers: Doomsday, we're excited to help create even more unforgettable moments on the big screen through the power of RealD 3D. Also Read : EXCLUSIVE: Cinepolis Indias Ashish Misra predicts HISTORIC Rs. 15,000 cr India box office in 2026; says, Ramayana can be the BIGGEST film Indian cinema has ever seen
Surat Shop Owner Repackaged Animal Tonic For Kids
Surat Police have arrested a medical shop owner for allegedly repackaging veterinary feed supplement as paediatric medicine and selling it at a higher price. The accused transferred Himalaya Liv.52 Protec Liquid Veterinary Feed Supplement into smaller bottles and affixed counterfeit labels of Himalaya Liv.52 Drops, a product for children.
Fake RTO app used to hack phone, siphon Rs 24.40 lakh; Gujarat Police nab account provider in Bengal
Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 14 (IANS) The Surat City Police Cyber Crime Branch have arrested a 54-year-old man in West Bengal for allegedly providing a bank account to cyber fraudsters to route proceeds from a Rs 24.4 lakh fraud in which a complainant's mobile phone was hacked through a fake Regional Transport Office (RTO) e-challan APK file, officials said on Wednesday. The accused, Arikul Islam, a resident of Basubati village in West Bengal's Hooghly district, allegedly opened a current bank account in the name of a charitable trust he had established and handed it over to an absconding accused in exchange for a commission of Rs 50,000. Police said the accused had allegedly sent the complainant a fake digital RTO e-challan application, named E-Chalan.apk, and induced them to download it. The application was used to hack the complainant's mobile phone, following which Rs 24.4 lakh was transferred from their bank account to three separate bank accounts without their knowledge. A case was registered at the Cyber Crime Police Station under Sections 318(4), 336(2), 338, 336(3), 340(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the Information Technology Act, as amended in 2008. Investigators found that Rs 12,42,117 had been transacted through the current account held at Ujjivan Small Finance Bank between November 29, 2025, and May 3, 2026. The arrest followed technical investigations conducted by a team led by Police Inspector M.C. Nayak, acting on instructions from senior officials. Two other accused, Ritik Bali, 26, and Tinku Parmar, 44, both residents of Badnagar in Madhya Pradesh's Ujjain district, had been arrested earlier in the case, the police said. In its public advisory, the Cyber Crime Branch cautioned people against downloading APK files or applications sent by unknown persons under the pretext of RTO challans, banking services, customer support, KYC updates, government schemes, appointment bookings or grocery services. Police also urged people not to click on suspicious links received through SMS or email and advised victims of financial cyber fraud to call the national cybercrime helpline, '1930', immediately, as prompt reporting can improve the chances of freezing the funds in beneficiary bank accounts.
Digital Desk | Meerut, Oct 14 (IANS) The family of Saurabh Rajput, former Merchant Navy officer, whose body was found stuffed inside a blue drum after his cold-blooded murder by his wife Muskan and her lover Sahil Shukla, welcomed the capital punishment for the duo, as awarded by the district court on Wednesday. The two were awarded death penalty by the district judge, while categorising the case as arest of the rare. Saurabh's mother Renu Devi, speaking to the press, expressed happiness with the court's verdict, stating, We are completely satisfied with the court's decision. Today, the court has merely pronounced the death sentence, the day the date for their execution is fixed, will be the true day of happiness for us. Saurabh's brother Rahul said, We are fully satisfied with the court's verdict. We have received justice. Our demand to the court was for Muskan and Sahil to be sentenced to death. That demand has been met, and we are now completely satisfied. Vijay Bahadur, the lawyer representing Saurabh's family said, The court has truly delivered justice in this case. This verdict will send a strong message to society and also instill fear in the minds of criminals. The case had grabbed national headlines after Saurabh Rajput's body was discovered inside a blue drum. Rajput was killed by his wife and his body was dismembered. Then the chopped up body parts were concealed inside a blue plastic drum that was later filled with sand and cement to get rid of his body and conceal the heinous crime. Meanwhile, as the Meerut court pronounced death sentence for the guilty, a wave of jubilation swept through the court complex. Lawyers celebrated outside the district court by distributing sweets and remarked that the punishment was commensurate with the gravity of the crime.
Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College & Hospital Surat (ESIC Surat), ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Surat, has released Notification No. 02 of 2026 for 29 vacancies, including Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and Senior Resident posts, to be filled through a Walk-in Interview. The interview will be held on 26 October 2026 and 27 October 2026. Candidates should report at 9:00 AM. Further details are available at esic.gov.in.
Anand Onco Care Honours Cancer Survivors at Cancer Warriors Get-Together in Surat
Event celebrates the courage and determination of cancer survivors, promotes cancer awareness and announces plans for an upcoming hospital Surat (Gujarat) [India], October 12: Anand Onco Care organised a Cancer
LAC must be stable for normalisation of ties with China: EAM Jaishankar
The Line of Actual Control (LAC) has to be stable for normalising relations between India and China, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said, asserting that any disturbance along the border will have consequences. Jaishankar also linked expansion of trade and investment ties between the two countries to peace and tranquillity along the border. The point we make to the Chinese is: 'If you want a normal relationship, if the rest of the relationship is to move, it's common sense -- It is a no-brainer that the boundary has to be stable and that we need peace and tranquillity in the border areas', he said. Jaishankar, speaking at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum on Tuesday evening, noted that the situation along the LAC has settled down to a great extent since 2024 and that the relationship is commensurately moving towards normalcy. In the last few months, both sides have rolled out a series of confidence-building measures to repair ties frayed by the more than ...
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on October 14
Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], October 14: Total Sports & Fitness, India's leading Multi-Brand, Multi-Sports retail chain, has opened its first store in Vadodara, marking its third store in Gujarat, following its presence in Surat and Ahmedabad, and another milestone in its expansion across India. Located on Vasana-Bhayli Road, the new 1,500 sqft. store brings together sports equipment, fitness gear and active lifestyle products from over 100 brands across sporting categories, with a key focus on cricket and badminton, catering to athletes, fitness enthusiasts, coaches and recreational players across the city.
Mumbai police arrest Surat businessman in Rs 10.14 crore fraud
In a recent crackdown, Chirag Himmatbhai Dhola, a Surat entrepreneur, was apprehended by the Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai for allegedly scamming a complainant out of Rs 10.14 crores by assuring rapid payments for raw cloth supplies. The investigation delves into the fate of the merchandise, monetary transactions, and Dhola's links to the fugitive Sanjay Kumar Patel. The police revealed that a network of companies participated in this deceit.
850 revellers, one rhythm: Group-garba brings tradition to life
16 quacks arrested from Pandesara
Passenger steals Rapido riders phone in Katargam
Boiler blast triggers fire at Udhna textile unit, six injured
One more arrested in doctors suicide case
Labour union leader booked for extortion
16 Fake Doctors Arrested In Surat
Surat Police and the district health department have apprehended 16 alleged fake doctors operating clinics in the Pandesara area. A special drive on Tuesday led to the arrests, with three individuals being repeat offenders. Seizures included medical equipment and medicines worth Rs 1,82,444.
Surat Ragging: Third Doctor Held After Student Suicide
Police in Surat have arrested a third resident doctor, Anuj Maheshwari, in connection with the alleged ragging and harassment of a first-year postgraduate medical student, Harsh Pandya, who died by suicide in August. Two other doctors, Dikshita Ghewaria and Hina Bhut, were arrested earlier. The accused face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the SC/ST Act, based on an anti-ragging committee report which found evidence of mental harassment and humiliation.
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Standoff deepens as workers, unit owners refuse to budge
Two held for attempted armed robbery on VIP Road
Kerala woman held for 13L stock investment scam
Hotfix plastic waste catches fire at two locations in Puna
Builders bag containing 1.2L stolen from car
GSRTC conductor loses bag with cash, ticketing machine
Kerala Woman Arrested in Gujarat for
A 46-year-old woman from Kerala was arrested in Surat for her role in a 13.10 lakh online investment scam. Kerala Woman Arrested in Gujarat for 13.10 Lakh Online Investment Fraud
Nine ITIs in Surat, Visakhapatnam to be upgraded with 440 cr investment
The Centre, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh have partnered AM/NS India to modernise nine government ITIs under PM-SETU, with a focus on industry-linked training and infrastructure
AM/NS India signs Shareholders Agreement to upgrade five Government ITIs in Gujarat under PM-SETU
Surat (Gujarat) [India], October 12: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), a joint venture between ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel, has signed a Shareholders Agreement (SHA) with the Government of India
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71 bikes, one tribute to Maa Durga: Surat bikers create a unique display at Dabhari Beach
In a heartwarming tribute to Goddess Durga , members of the Surat Biking Community in Gujarat came together to create a massive portrait of the goddess using 71 premium motorcycles at Dabhari Beach. Ahead of Navratri, the unusual display brought together their love for biking and devotion, turning a stretch of the beach into a striking tribute to the goddess.
Woman held for creating obscene images of friends fiancee
Nine-month-old girl dies after falling into open drain at Surat mill
Resident doctor found dead at Mumbai hospital
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 11 (IANS) In a shocking incident, a first-year resident doctor allegedly committed suicide in Mumbai's Sion hospital, police said on Sunday. According to officials, the deceased doctor has been identified as Shivsharan Patil. According to preliminary information, Dr Patil's body was found last night in the bathroom of his hostel room. The hospital administration and the police were subsequently informed. It is suspected that he died by suicide after taking an overdose of anaesthesia. Dr Patil was a first-year postgraduate student in the Department of Surgery at Sion Hospital, police said. Investigation into the incident is currently underway. A similar case was reported in August from a hospital in Gujarat's Surat where a first-year resident doctor allegedly committed suicide. The incident took place at Surat's New Civil Hospital, following which four senior doctors were suspended after a state-appointed enquiry into the case found evidence of ragging and mental harassment, Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya had said. A forensic post-mortem was also ordered as part of the enquiry. According to the preliminary report of the Anti-Ragging Committee, four senior doctors found directly responsible for causing mental harassment have been suspended with immediate effect. The Head of Department of the department concerned at New Civil Hospital, along with teaching staff, were also served show-cause notices for allegedly failing to fulfil their responsibility of ensuring the safety and proper management of junior doctors. No suicide note was found, the minister said. However, statements recorded from the deceased doctor's fellow students indicated that the doctor had allegedly been repeatedly subjected to mental harassment and torture by senior doctors. Pansheriya said the findings had prompted the Gujarat government to take strict action against those found responsible. Harassing junior doctors is not our culture, he said, while warning senior doctors against ragging and mental harassment.
Doctors Arrested In Ragging Suicide Case
Police in Surat have arrested two senior resident doctors, Dikshita Ghewaria and Hina Bhut, in connection with the suicide of first-year PG medical student Harsh Pandya. The doctors are accused of systemic harassment and ragging Pandya and nine other first-year students, leading to Pandya's death by suicide on August 9. Two other accused are still at large.
Devotees Flock to Historic Ambaji Temple in Surat on First Day of Navratri
A large crowd gathered at Surats Ambaji Temple on the first day of Navratri, celebrating its rich history and spiritual significance. Devotees Flock to Historic Ambaji Temple in Surat on First Day of Navratri
We want to implement labour codes in toto: Unit owners
Two deputy mamlatdars die in road accident
Gujarat plans unified CCTV dashboard, to integrate student-built tech into policing: Dy CM
Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 10 (IANS) The Gujarat government aims to connect all CCTV cameras across the state to a single dashboard and integrate technology developed by young innovators into police procedures, including FIR registration and cybercrime resolution, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said on Saturday. Addressing the grand finale of the E-Rakshak Hackathon at Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT) in Surat, Sanghavi said the state government wanted to encourage software-based solutions that could improve policing and reduce dependence on frequently changing hardware. He reviewed cybersecurity prototypes developed by 31 teams representing colleges affiliated with more than 13 universities across six states. The grand finale brought together 150 students, selected from 458 registrations received from across the country. Changes in hardware and camera models introduced by major companies could increase government expenditure, making sustainable software solutions an important priority, he said. He encouraged students to use their technical expertise to address practical challenges faced by citizens and the police. He also highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence integrated with CCTV cameras to improve traffic management. Even a 15-second reduction in waiting time at traffic signals could save millions of people valuable time and fuel, he added. The Deputy Chief Minister urged young people to look beyond social media discussions and familiarise themselves with government schemes designed to support entrepreneurship. He referred to Gujarat's industrial and startup policies, initiatives for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and schemes in the science and technology sector. Eligible entrepreneurs could receive assistance for office rent, marketing, operational expenses, salaries and cloud subscriptions, besides support available through the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, he noted. He also highlighted provisions for women entrepreneurs. Assuring the participants of government support, Sanghavi said the state is prepared to act as a risk partner for startups and share the risks involved in turning innovative ideas into practical solutions. Sanghavi also commended the Surat Cyber Crime Team for dismantling cybercrime rackets operating at national and international levels. The government wanted to work with young innovators to develop technology that could help prevent crime and improve the efficiency of police operations, he said. Surat Police Commissioner Wabang Jamir said the hackathon is jointly organised by Surat City Police and SVNIT's NEXUS unit to encourage college students to develop technological solutions for cybersecurity, digital safety and cybercrime prevention. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Cyber Crime) Bishakha Jain said organisers had identified nine to 10 problem statements through surveys conducted at police stations. These focused on everyday difficulties faced by citizens and operational challenges encountered by police personnel, she said. A total of 458 students from colleges across the country registered for the hackathon, with 150 students representing 31 teams reaching the grand finale in Surat. The initiative aims to promote more efficient policing through technology and encourage students to develop solutions that can be applied to real-world challenges. The event brought together student innovators, police officials and academic institutions to explore how emerging technologies could strengthen cybersecurity and improve public services.
Thailands Queen Suthida Completes First Solo Fighter Jet Flight
Thailands Queen Suthida completed her first solo flight in a Swedish-made JAS 39 C Gripen fighter jet at Wing 7 air base in Surat Thani on October 8.
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Chapter 40: Khushboo Rai Honours the People Who Made the Journey Special
Surat (Gujarat) [India], October 10: Turning 40 is an important milestone in life. Celebrations of such milestones often place the person at the centre of attention, but entrepreneur and marketing
Goenkan Cadet Corps Helps Students Build Discipline and Character
Surat (Gujarat) [India], October 5: At G.D. Goenka International School, Surat, GCC activities go beyond physical trainingthey are a purposeful platform for nurturing discipline, confidence, leadership, teamwork, patriotism, resilience, and
Urmila Matondkar visits Sanjivani Hanuman temple: Peace that you feel here is unmissable
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 10 (IANS) Actress Urmila Matondkar visited the hilltop Sanjivani Hanuman temple and shared glimpses of her spiritual experience. Urmila took to Instagram, where she shared a picture of herself seeking divine blessings from the temple. She went on to highlight the legend associated with Lord Hanuman, whose foot is believed to have touched the hill as he flew back carrying the mountain. She wrote in the caption: India n its beautiful temples Had a great opportunity to visit the historic hilltop Sanjivani Hanuman temple. Legend says that as Hanuman ji flew back carrying the mountain, his foot touched this specific hilltop, which is why the summits rock formation is revered in the shape of a foot. The peace that you feel here is unmissable. The Sri Hanuman Sanjeevani Devalayam is a hill-top Hindu temple located at the highest peak in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh. Urmila made her debut as a child in the 1977 film Karm. She gained recognition with Masoom, following which she appeared in few other films. In 1987, as a teenager, she acted in the highly acclaimed film Dacait, where she played the role of Sunny Deols sister. Her first lead role came with the Malayalam film Chanakyan, and her subsequent lead role in Hindi cinema with Narsimha. After which she was seen in Hindi films such as Judaai, Satya,Dillagi, Khoobsurat, Jungle, Kaun, Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya, Bhoot, Ek Hasina Thi, Tehzeeb, Pinjar, Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara, Bas Ek Pal and Ajoba. Urmilas film in the south include Thacholi Varghese Chekavar, Antham, Gaayam, Indian and Anaganaga Oka Roju. In addition to acting in films, she has featured as a talent judge for various dance reality shows, including Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa and DID Super Moms. She was last seen in the 2018 film Blackmail, a black comedy film directed by Abhinay Deo. The film stars Irrfan Khan, Kirti Kulhari, Arunoday Singh and Divya Dutta in lead roles and is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Apurba Sengupta and Rohit Kadu Deshmukh.
Textile units told to file returns on TSRS
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Man duped of 3.51 crore over promise to release fictitious 2,200cr fund
Jobless man strangles wife to death over domestic dispute
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Gujarat: Khel Mahakumbh participation crosses 76 lakh, up from 16.5 lakh in 2010
Digital Desk | Vadodara, Oct 9 (IANS) Participation in Gujarats Khel Mahakumbh has crossed 76 lakh in its 2026 edition, up from around 16.5 lakh in the inaugural event in 2010, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said on Friday while inaugurating the statewide sporting initiative along with Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi in Vadodara. Patel said the event, launched under Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision of promoting sports with the mantra Khele Te Khile, had provided a platform for athletes to showcase their talent and helped foster a sporting culture across the state. Gujarat has always had talented sportspersons. By providing them with the right platform and opportunities, Khel Mahakumbh has fostered a new sports culture in the state, the Chief Minister said. He said the Centres Khelo India initiative and the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) had created opportunities for athletes to develop their abilities from the grassroots level and progress to national and international competitions. The state government is committed to identifying talented sportspersons, providing specialised training and preparing them for international-level events, he added. Patel said around 410 athletes from Gujarat were being trained under Khelo India, while around 11 athletes from the state were part of TOPS and represented India at the international level. He also highlighted the Shaktidoot Scheme, launched in 2006 to support talented athletes. Referring to the Prime Ministers goal of strengthening Indias participation across more sporting disciplines by 2036, Patel said: Gujarat had taken the challenge as an opportunity and is working towards preparing athletes for international competitions. The Chief Minister also urged young people to reduce screen time and participate in outdoor sports. Referring to the Prime Ministers appeal to move away from PlayStations and towards playgrounds, he said regular physical activity was important in the digital age. He called on sportspersons to encourage their peers to exercise and adopt a healthy lifestyle as ambassadors of the Fit India campaign. Young people could also contribute to the vision of a Nasha Mukt Bharat and urged athletes to follow the Prime Ministers mantra of 'We Will Do It' in working towards a Viksit Bharat, he said. At the inauguration, Patel and Sanghavi felicitated the top-performing schools from Khel Mahakumbh-2025. Knowledge High School in Nadiad, Kheda district, secured first place and received a trophy and Rs 5 lakh. Urmi School in Vadodara came second and received Rs 3 lakh, while S.R. High School in Devgadh Baria, Dahod district, finished third and received Rs 2 lakh. Mehsana was declared the overall state champion among districts, followed by Kheda as state runner-up and Ahmedabad as second runner-up. Among municipal corporations, Surat secured the overall state championship, Ahmedabad finished runner-up, and Vadodara came third. The winning municipal corporations were presented with trophies. Addressing the gathering, Sanghavi said the government was making efforts to encourage students and young people from schools, villages and cities to participate in the event and spend less time on mobile phones, television and other digital platforms. Sports instil sportsmanship in youth, teaching them to accept defeat gracefully and remain humble in victory, he said. Sanghavi said Khel Mahakumbh, which began in 2010 with around 16 lakh participants, had developed into a major sporting initiative and helped nurture athletes who had represented Gujarat and India at the Asian Games and other international events. He added that the budget for athletes training and facilities had been increased fourfold under Patels leadership. The number of athletes selected under the Shaktidoot Scheme had also risen from 50 to 500, allowing more sportspersons to benefit from support, he said. The state government is working to strengthen sporting facilities at the taluka and rural levels, Sanghavi said, adding that Gujarat aimed to host the Commonwealth Games and other international sporting events in the coming years.
Thailand's Queen Suthida Makes History as She Flies Gripen Fighter Jet Solo
The 48-year-old queen took off in a single-seat JAS 39C from a military air base in southern Surat Thani province on Thursday, according to footage released by the royal household.
Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC), Central Establishment (Recruitment) Department, has announced 6 vacancies, including Dentist and Physiotherapist posts. The last date to apply online is 14 October 2025. Candidates can apply through the official website, suratmunicipal.gov.in.
Gujarats women face rising obesity burden, 4 districts see sharp jump
NFHS-6 Reveals Highest 68% Rise Among Surat Women
Patidar trusts panel set to begin mediation
Samadhan Panch To Focus On Family And Marital Disputes
Surat traders ransom trail ends on highway, 3 held
Insurance company directed to pay 2.95L for oral cancer treatment
36-year-old held for child rape, attempts suicide
Porbandar man held for laundering cyberfraud proceeds
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'Selling without prescription': Gujarat cops raid two medical stores, seize over 18,000 tablets
Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 8 (IANS) The Surat City's Special Operations Group (SOG), along with the Food and Drugs Department, in Gujarat, raided two medical stores in the Salabatpura-Mandarwaja area for allegedly selling medicines used for intoxication without doctors prescriptions and seized 18,316 tablets and three bottles of codeine syrup valued at Rs 2.75 lakh. The action was carried out on Wednesday at Smit Sai and Daruwala Shivshakti medical stores located at Halpati Colony on the 80-foot road from Kinnari towards Bhathena. According to the SOG, the action followed instructions from Surat Police Commissioner Wabang Jamir to identify medical stores allegedly selling intoxicating syrups and tablets without prescriptions, and in violation of regulations. The police said such medicines could be misused for intoxication, including by young people. SOG Deputy Commissioner of Police Rajdeepsinh Nakum supervised the operation, while SOG Police Inspector A.S. Sonara formed separate teams to keep watch on medical stores suspected of selling medicines used for intoxication. The SOG said it received information that intoxicating medicines were being sold without doctors prescriptions at two medical stores in the Salabatpura-Mandarwaja area. Following the information, SOG personnel conducted the raids along with Food and Drugs Inspectors G.U. Upadhyay, Jeelben Gameti and Pinalben Vavaiya. During inspections, the Food and Drugs Department found stocks of medicines that were allegedly being kept in violation of regulations and could be used for intoxication. The seized stock comprised 1,440 Pyeevon Sas Plus tablets, 144 Spas Tracenp tablets, 6,920 Spasmo Proxyvon tablets, 750 Apcolam tablets, 3,840 Calic tablets, 5,200 Prehabalin tablets and 20 Pregout Kit tablets. In addition, three bottles of codeine syrup were recovered. The total number of tablets seized was 18,316, while the combined value of the seized medicines and syrup was estimated at Rs 2,75,068, the SOG said. The Food and Drugs Department has begun further investigation into the stock recovered from both medical stores. The police said that if the medicines are found to have been kept or sold illegally, legal action will be taken against the licence holders and operators of the two medical stores. The SOG said the operation was undertaken as part of efforts to identify medical stores involved in the unauthorised sale of medicines that are liable to be misused for intoxication.
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Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 7 (IANS) The Surat City Cyber Crime Cell has arrested a 46-year-old Mumbai-based businessman for allegedly providing his firm's bank account to an absconding accused for use in a cyber fraud case in which a complainant was allegedly cheated of more than Rs 5 lakh after being promised attractive returns from an e-commerce business. According to the Cyber Crime Branch, the accused had contacted the complainant through a dating app and sent a link to a fake website. The complainant was allegedly asked to create an ID on the website and was told that conducting e-commerce transactions through it would yield substantial returns. The complainant subsequently transferred a total of Rs 5,88,909 into different bank accounts as part of the purported e-commerce business. However, the money was not returned, following which a complaint was registered at the Cyber Crime Police Station under Sections 318(4), 336(2), 338, 336(3), 340(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and Section 66D of the Information Technology Amendment Act, 2008. Police identified the arrested accused as Imran Khilchi, a businessman residing in the Grant Road area of Mumbai. The Cyber Crime Cell said Imran had allegedly provided the current account of his firm with a bank to an absconding accused residing in Dubai for use in cyber fraud. He allegedly received Rs 12,000 as commission for providing the account. Police said their investigation showed that a total of Rs 1,36,05,550 was transacted through the firm's current account between April 9, 2021, and September 24, 2026. The arrest followed a technical investigation conducted by a team led by Police Inspector A.M. Mori, based on directions from senior officials. The police also appealed to people not to provide their bank accounts to others in return for commissions or other inducements, warning that such accounts can be used for cyber fraud and that account holders can face legal action over transactions carried out through them.
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PM Modi to address nation today; BJP to hold 'Seva Jyoti Kalash Yatra' across Gujarat
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation virtually on Wednesday as Gujarat unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organises a 'Seva Jyoti Kalash Yatra' across all districts and metropolitan areas to mark his completion of 25 years in public service. PM Modi will address the 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha' around 9 a.m. and lead a collective pledge to create 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047'. The Prime Minister's address will be broadcast live from the yatra's departure points across the state. The programme is part of the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan', being organised to mark 25 years of his public service, first as the Gujarat Chief Minister and subsequently as the country's Prime Minister. Before PM Modi's address, BJP National President Nitin Nabin will also address the gathering. Following the Prime Minister's address, local leaders will light the 'Seva Jyot', after which the 'Seva Jyoti Kalash Yatra' will begin from designated locations in each district and metropolitan area. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will participate in the Ahmedabad programme at Pujya Pramukh Swami Marg-Riverfront Road near Riverfront House. State BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma will attend the programme at the Arts and Commerce College on New Civil Hospital Road in Sabarkantha district. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi will participate in the programme at Shri Vardayini Mataji Temple in Rupal village of Gandhinagar district. State BJP General Secretaries Aniruddh Dave, Prashant Korat, Ajay Brahmbhatt and Hitendrasinh Chouhan will attend programmes in Rajkot, Surat, Ahmedabad and Vadodara respectively. State Ministers, BJP office-bearers, MPs, MLAs, party leaders, workers and local residents are also expected to participate at designated locations. The nationwide 'Seva Sankalp Yatra', which began on September 17, will also conclude on Wednesday at Vadnagar in Gujarat and Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh. The two locations are associated with PM Modi's birthplace and political career. In Vadnagar, the concluding programme will include a water offering at the historic Hatkeshwar Mahadev Temple. Chief Minister Patel, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Deputy Chief Minister Sanghavi, State BJP President Vishwakarma and Yatra In-charge V.D. Sharma are scheduled to attend.
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