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Blast in oil tank sparks fire at Halol unit

The Times of India 8 Dec 2025 12:11 am

Man booked for duping four with fake PMAY housing promise

The Times of India 8 Dec 2025 12:10 am

ATM fraudster who targeted senior citizens held

The Times of India 8 Dec 2025 12:10 am

Khichdi turns the tide on malnutrition in city school

The Times of India 8 Dec 2025 12:09 am

Gujarat teenager pulled out from 140-foot borewell after eight-hour rescue operation, declared dead

Police said the primary investigation suggests that Sheikh jumped into the borewell after an argument with his father over renting an expensive mobile phone

The Hindu 7 Dec 2025 8:28 pm

Arvind Kejriwal to embark on three-day visit to Gujarat today

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal will embark on a three-day visit to Gujarat today, where he is scheduled to participate in multiple programs across the state.

The Times of India 7 Dec 2025 4:40 pm

Will Suzlon Stock Break its Losing Streak? Refund Incoming, New Factories Planned

Suzlon is pushing ahead with ambitious capacity expansion. The company plans to add three AI-enabled smart-blade manufacturing units in Gujarat and Karnataka, with a third location yet to be finalised.

NDTV 7 Dec 2025 12:55 pm

Laalo-Krishna Sada Sahaayate becomes 31st Biggest hit of 2025

In an unexpected twist at the box office, the Gujarati film 'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' has surpassed Sunny Deol's 'Jaat', earning its place as the 31st highest-grossing Indian film of 2025. Despite being screened in fewer locations, 'Laalo' has amassed a remarkable Rs 88.80 crore, thanks to its strong staying power and devoted fanbase.

The Times of India 7 Dec 2025 11:20 am

'Laalo' BO day 58: Reeva's film mints Rs 80 lakhs

Gujarati film 'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' is a massive box office success, crossing Rs 111 crore worldwide in its ninth week. Lead actress Reeva Rachh shared insights into a powerful confrontation scene, revealing its emotional depth stemmed from heartbreak over their daughter. The film's compelling narrative and strong performances are captivating audiences.

The Times of India 7 Dec 2025 11:10 am

Kinjal gets engaged to Dhruvin Shah

Popular Gujarati singer Kinjal Dave is officially engaged to actor and businessman Dhruvin Shah, announcing the happy news on December 6, 2025, with a video shared on social media. The celebrated Garba icon also had a successful professional year, captivating audiences with her performances during Navratri 2025.

The Times of India 7 Dec 2025 10:53 am

Multilingualism is Indias strength: Writers debate single-language idea

BENGALURU: In a compelling panel discussion titled Should a country speak a single language?, Indian literary critic GN Devy and writertranslator Deepa Bhasthi, in conversation with moderator Samanth Subramanian, argued that multilingualism is not just Indias reality but one of its greatest strengths. Drawing on personal experiences, the speakers highlighted the richness of Indias linguistic landscape. One panellist described growing up speaking Kannada, Kodava and Tulu, and later learning Hindi and English through the three-language policy. Knowing multiple languages enriches your inner life, they said, adding that speaking Kannada evokes a different persona than speaking English. Devy spoke about his upbringing with unlicensed versions of Gujarati, Marathi and Hindi, and later learning English, only to encounter dialectal variations in Yorkshire. His work with Adivasi communities exposed him to 12 tribal languagesmany neglected by official policywhich deepened his commitment to preserving non-standard languages. The discussion underscored that Indias multilingual foundationformally recognised with 14 languages by the Constituent Assemblyhas enabled unity despite vast diversity. The first census after linguistic reorganisation recorded 1,652 mother tongues, reflecting the publics strong attachment to their languages. Devy cautioned against monolingual imposition, comparing Indias multilingualism to Gandhis walking stick: inclusive and civil, rather than a tool of domination. Bhasthi emphasised that translation carries more than wordsembedding culture, memory and worldview. She cited a Kannada proverb translated as the distant mountain is smooth, illustrating how cultural meaning is preserved without literalism.

The New Indian Express 7 Dec 2025 9:31 am

Over 32K living co-infected with HIV and TB in 2024, admits Centre

NEW DELHI: Over 32,000 people living with HIV (PLHIV) were co-infected with tuberculosis (TB) in 2024. This dual burden continues to be a significant public health challenge in India, according to the latest government report. The report also said that a total of six states, including Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, recorded the highest number of people co-infected with HIV and TB in 2024-25. The dual burden of HIV and TB continues to be a major public health challenge in India, as co-infection substantially increases the risk of illness and death if not detected and treated promptly, said the India HIV Estimation 2025 report. Maharashtra (14%), Andhra Pradesh (10%), Karnataka (10%), Uttar Pradesh (10%), Tamil Nadu (7%) and Gujarat (7%) together accounted for 58% of the HIVTB co-infected PLHIV reported in FY 2024-25, forming the bulk of the 11 states that contributed 80% of the national caseload. Several smaller states/UTs such as Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Dadar & Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands contributed less than 1% of total cases, said the report, which was released by Union Health Minister JP Nadda on December 1, observed as World AIDS Day. The report said that TB, caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB), remains one of the most significant opportunistic infections (OIs) among PLHIV in India. From 2021-22 to 2024-25, the proportion of PLHIV screened for TB remained consistently high at 95% or more, reflecting strong adherence to TB screening and effective implementation of testing services. However, TB diagnosis among PLHIV from 2021-22 to 2024-25 showed a gradual decline, from 7.2% in 2021-22 and 2022-23 to 5.8% in 2023-24, and further to 4.9% in 2024-25. This can be attributed to enhanced prevention efforts and treatment coverage leading to a decrease in transmission, said the report. Active TB may affect the lungs (pulmonary TB) or spread beyond the lungs to involve the lymph nodes, pleura, abdomen, central nervous system, bones, joints, or skin (extrapulmonary TB). Recognising the impact of the dual epidemic, the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) has implemented several strategic measures to address HIV-TB co-infection across the country effectively. A cornerstone of this effort is the integration of HIV and TB services, aimed at ensuring comprehensive, patient-centred care, the report added. Under this model, all PLHIV attending ART Centres are screened for TB symptoms. At the same time, all TB patients are tested for HIV to enable early diagnosis and timely care.

The New Indian Express 7 Dec 2025 9:15 am

Ahmedabad Diary: Cracks appear in Gujarat BJP, once again!

Cracks appear in Gujarat BJP, once again! Internal discord within the Gujarat BJP has flared up again after Jalalpore MLA RC Patel made controversial remarks in Vijalpore. Speaking at the foundation ceremony for a Maharana Pratap statue near Mathpuri Mataji temple, Patel directly challenged Navsari district BJP president Bhuralal Shah, stating, You handle Navsari, we will see our Vijalpore. He warned Shah would not be allowed entry after the statues installation and mocked earlier disputes over naming. Patels repeated public outbursts have caused frustration within BJP leadership, who often dismiss him as careless. The party is considering disciplinary action against him. Furore as shoe hurled at AAP MLA Gopal Italia Tensions boiled over during the AAPs Gujarat Jodo Yatra in Jamnagar when a shoe was hurled at AAP MLA Gopal Italia while he was addressing a crowd. The attacker, identified as Chhatrapal Singh Jadeja, stood near the stage and threw the shoe, causing chaos and prompting the crowd to shout slogans. The event was cut short amid the disorder. Jadeja was detained and hospitalised following the incident. In a video confession, he claimed the attack was revenge for Italia allegedly throwing a shoe at former minister Pradeep Singh Jadeja years ago. AAP leaders have accused Congress of involvement, while police continue their probe. Holi festival: State board reschedules examination The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board has rectified its earlier mistake of scheduling a board exam on the Holi public holiday. The Class 10 Social Science exam, initially set for March 4, will now be held on March 18. This change follows concerns from students and parents about having an exam on the festival of colours. It is not the first scheduling error by the board; last year, a paper was planned for Cheti Chand but was rescheduled after objections. The boards latest adjustment aims to avoid disruptions during Holi and reduce student stress, ensuring exams do not clash with important festivals. Dilip Singh Kshatriya Our correspondent in Gujarat dilipsingh@newindianexpress.com

The New Indian Express 7 Dec 2025 8:58 am

New Rules Threaten Aravalli Range: 90% Hills May Lose Protection

The Aravalli range, one of the world's oldest mountain systems, stretches from Delhi in the north to Gujarat in the south, with nearly two-thirds of its expanse passing through 15 districts of Rajasthan.

NDTV 6 Dec 2025 11:23 pm

More cancellations and delays at Vadodara airport

The Times of India 6 Dec 2025 11:01 pm

Musical fundraiser to support martyrs families

The Times of India 6 Dec 2025 11:00 pm

Three injured as speeding motorcycle hits pedestrian

The Times of India 6 Dec 2025 11:00 pm

Urban Development Department intensifies action to curb air pollution in Gujarat cities - GujaratSamachar English

Urban Development Department intensifies action to curb air pollution in Gujarat cities GujaratSamachar English

Google News 6 Dec 2025 6:28 pm

HM Amit Shah inaugurates new income-boosting plants in Gujarat - lokmattimes.com

HM Amit Shah inaugurates new income-boosting plants in Gujarat lokmattimes.com

Google News 6 Dec 2025 5:13 pm

Inside Indias white revolution 2.0: Shahs big bet on circular dairy economy

AHMEDABAD: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Saturday inaugurated Banas Dairy's Bio-CNG and Fertilizer Plant in Banaskantha. He also laid the foundation stone for a new milk powder and baby food facility. Shah said the circular economy model will boost dairy farmers income by 20% within five years, marking what he called a decisive step toward White Revolution 2.0. Amit Shah is on a three-day tour of Gujarat. With the inauguration of Banas Dairys state-of-the-art Bio-CNG and Fertilizer Plant at Agthala and the foundation stone laid for a 150-TPD milk powder and baby food unit in Sanadar, Shah signaled that Gujarat is prepared to lead India into what he termed a new era of circular economy-driven rural prosperity. Shah began his address with a claim that the income of livestock farmers will rise by more than 20 percent in the next five years. Connecting his announcement to a larger national strategy, Shah said the model being built in Banaskantha would not remain local for long. A concrete plan for implementing this model nationwide will emerge today, he declared, confirming that Members of Parliament had joined him specifically to study Banas Dairys framework. Shah invoked Prime Minister Narendra Modis mantra Prosperity through Cooperationdeclaring that cooperative institutions are becoming the backbone of India's rural development ecosystem. Banas Dairy is not just Gujarats pride; it has become Asias cooperative model, he asserted, lauding its 24,000-crore turnover. Shah sharply underlined the shift from traditional dairy economics to a value-added, waste-to-wealth model: Now farmers will earn not only from milk but also from cow dung. This project is a step toward making kanchan from kachra turning waste into wealth, Shah said. Calling the project a textbook example of the circular economy, Shah explained how cattle dung will generate Bio-CNG while the residue will be processed into organic fertilizer reducing dependency on chemical alternatives, improving soil health and directly lowering input cost for farmers. He urged farmers to switch to natural farming, arguing it would enrich soil quality and public health, and provide affordable fertilizer through the new plant. Turning his focus to future value expansion, Shah said India must now think beyond paneer and curd. There are products in global demand that India still doesnt make. If we produce them, our farmers will earn even more, he said pointing to the upcoming baby food and milk powder plant as the first step in diversification. In a political masterstroke aimed at both stakeholders and skeptics, Shah revealed that chairpersons and managing directors of major cooperative dairies across India will visit Banas Dairy in January 2026 to learn from its model, ensuring Gujarats template becomes Indias cooperative blueprint. Shah also highlighted a newer dimension of the circular model including processing hides from naturally deceased cattle for leather suggesting that every component of the livestock chain will eventually generate revenue under the White Revolution 2.0 framework. Shah acknowledged women dairy farmers, crediting them for transforming Banaskanthas dairy economy without protest or agitation. Women here sent a message to the world that empowerment is not slogans but systems. You worked, earned, and ensured income goes directly to your bank accounts, he said.

The New Indian Express 6 Dec 2025 4:46 pm

541 Construction Sites Fined 123 Lakh in Gujarat for Pollution Lapses; Over 2,600 Sites Inspected - DeshGujarat

541 Construction Sites Fined 123 Lakh in Gujarat for Pollution Lapses; Over 2,600 Sites Inspected DeshGujarat

Google News 6 Dec 2025 4:28 pm

SIR update: Errors detected in names of over 3.75 lakh voters in Gujarat - GujaratSamachar English

SIR update: Errors detected in names of over 3.75 lakh voters in Gujarat GujaratSamachar English

Google News 6 Dec 2025 4:03 pm

Gujarat tops the country in custodial deaths with 95 accused dying in custody - GujaratSamachar English

Gujarat tops the country in custodial deaths with 95 accused dying in custody GujaratSamachar English

Google News 6 Dec 2025 3:49 pm

Union Minister Amit Shah to inaugurate key infrastructure & public amenity projects in Gujarat - News On AIR

Union Minister Amit Shah to inaugurate key infrastructure & public amenity projects in Gujarat News On AIR

Google News 6 Dec 2025 2:28 pm

Gujarat HC quashes unreasoned order, cites breach in principle of natural justice - GujaratSamachar English

Gujarat HC quashes unreasoned order, cites breach in principle of natural justice GujaratSamachar English

Google News 6 Dec 2025 1:14 pm

Over 1 cr people in Gujarat addicted to tobacco and cigarettes, health concerns rises - GujaratSamachar English

Over 1 cr people in Gujarat addicted to tobacco and cigarettes, health concerns rises GujaratSamachar English

Google News 6 Dec 2025 12:13 pm

Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Gujarat on December 6, 2025 - orissadiary.com

Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan to Visit Gujarat on December 6, 2025 orissadiary.com

Google News 6 Dec 2025 11:41 am

GSEB SSC, HSC Time table 2026 Rescheduled! Check Revised Gujarat Board Exam Dates 2026 - Shiksha

GSEB SSC, HSC Time table 2026 Rescheduled! Check Revised Gujarat Board Exam Dates 2026 Shiksha

Google News 6 Dec 2025 11:23 am

IFC invests ~US$ 50 million in GFCL EV for integrated battery materials facility in Gujarat - EVreporter

IFC invests ~US$ 50 million in GFCL EV for integrated battery materials facility in Gujarat EVreporter

Google News 6 Dec 2025 10:40 am

Law Garden Khau Gali makes a comeback in its original avatar - Ahmedabad Mirror

Law Garden Khau Gali makes a comeback in its original avatar Ahmedabad Mirror

Google News 6 Dec 2025 8:52 am

Gujarat farmer distress: Where cotton clouds hang heavy

Following heavy rainfall in October and the subsequent drop in the price of cotton, six farmers have died by suicide in Gujarat. The Union governments decision to allow duty-free cotton imports has only added to their woes.A.M. Jigeeshreports on how farmers in Gujarats cotton belt are calling for government intervention

The Hindu 6 Dec 2025 5:08 am

Talatis bragging about his corruption caught on video

The Times of India 6 Dec 2025 2:34 am

City police nab 40 absconders in 15-day drive

The Times of India 5 Dec 2025 11:53 pm

ISTDMSU to host national L&D conference

The Times of India 5 Dec 2025 11:52 pm

ICAIs AI innovation summit begins in Vadodara

The Times of India 5 Dec 2025 11:51 pm

After Commonwealth Games, Ahmedabad will host Olympics in 2036: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is confident Ahmedabad will host the 2036 Olympic Games. This follows the city's recent bid win for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Ahmedabad will host numerous national and international sports events before 2036. The minister urged Gujarat's athletes to aim for top medal positions. He highlighted increased sports budgets under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

The Economic Times 5 Dec 2025 9:38 pm

Major hawala racket busted by Hyderabad police, Rs 4 crore seized

Hyderabad: Two residents of Gujarat were apprehended by Bowenpally police on Friday, December 5, while allegedly transporting Rs 4.05 crore hawala cash within the limits of Addakal police station, Mahabubnagar district. The accused have been identified as Prakash Motibhai Prajapathi, 30 and Pragnesh Keerthi bai Prajapathi, 28. According to a press release, Bowenpally police had 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 .

The Siasat Daily 5 Dec 2025 8:23 pm

Gujarats per capita income crosses 3 lakh for first time: Government

With a Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of 24.62 lakh crore in 202324, Gujarat now ranks among the top five largest economies in India, following Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka

The Hindu Businessline 5 Dec 2025 3:23 pm

Video: IndiGo flight cancellation forces couple to attend reception virtually

Hubbali: Amid the ongoing IndiGo flights chaos, a newlywed couple were pushed to attend their own reception via video conference after their flights to Hubbali were cancelled. The couple, Medha Kshirsagar and Sangama Das, were married in the grooms hometown of Bhubaneswar on November 23 and were planning to host a reception at Gujarat Bhavan 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 .

The Siasat Daily 5 Dec 2025 2:52 pm

They Killed Their Spouses, Fell in Love in Jail, Escaped on Furlough & Built a Secret Life The Killer Couple Caught After 6 Years

Gujarat Police arrest a couple who murdered their spouses, met inside jail, married, had a child, and lived in hiding for six years after fleeing on parole and furlough. Call data led to their capture in Panipat.

Web Dunia 5 Dec 2025 12:53 pm

Laalo becomes highest grossing 8th week collection of Indian Cinema

Ankit Sakhiya's 'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' has achieved an unprecedented box office feat, securing the highest 8th-week collection in Indian cinema history with 8.50 crore. This remarkable performance surpasses records set by major films like 'Stree 2' and even 'Pushpa 2'. The Gujarati film's consistent audience engagement underscores its widespread appeal, proving it's a national box-office phenomenon.

The Times of India 5 Dec 2025 10:51 am

Luxury Time IPO GMP, Grey Market Premium Today - IPO Watch

Luxury Time IPO GMP, Grey Market Premium Today IPO Watch

Google News 5 Dec 2025 10:25 am

Man arrested in Chhani with opium worth 14L

The Times of India 4 Dec 2025 11:12 pm

Stray dog bites 20 people in Dahod village

The Times of India 4 Dec 2025 11:07 pm

Body of young girl found in Vishwamitri

The Times of India 4 Dec 2025 11:04 pm

SIR in Gujarat: More than 17 lakh deceased voters found on electoral rolls

AHMEDABAD : The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in Gujarat has revealed that more than 17 lakh deceased voters were still included in the existing voter list across the state, said a release by the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) on Thursday. The SIR exercise began in Gujarat on November 4 with booth level officers (BLO) distributing enumeration forms in their designated areas, said the release, adding the campaign is to continue till December 11. During the last one month, enumeration forms have been distributed to more than 5 crore voters registered in the 2025 electoral roll. In most of the 33 districts, 100 per cent form distribution has been completed. Digitization work of the returned forms is currently going on. So far, digitization work has been completed in 12 out of 182 assembly constituencies, it said. These include Dhanera and Tharad of Banaskantha district, Limkheda, Dahod (ST) of Dahod district, Bayad of Aravalli district, Dhoraji, Jasdan and Gondal of Rajkot district, Keshod of Junagadh district, Mehmadabad of Kheda district, Khambhat of Anand district and Jalalpore of Navsari district. Dang district is at the forefront in this work with 94.35 per cent digitization of the counting forms, said the release. During this exercise, it was revealed that 17 lakh deceased voters were still included in the electoral roll across the state. While more than 6.14 lakh voters were found absent from their addresses. It has been noticed that more than 30 lakh voters have permanently migrated, the release said. BLOs found more than 3.25 lakh voters in the epeated category, which means that their names are found at more than one places, said the release. Vadodara BLO assistant dies on duty amid rising SIR workload concerns; four deaths in four days across Gujarat 'I cant do this SIR work anymore...': Gujarat teacher dies by suicide, cites BLO workload pressure

The New Indian Express 4 Dec 2025 9:42 pm

SMAT | Baroda makes short work of Gujarat; Abhisheks all-round show floors Pondicherry

Shami-Akash duo shares seven wickets before Porel and Abhimanyu seal Bengals win over Services; Yashvardhan smashes a 44-ball unbeaten 76 as Haryana gets the better of Himachal Pradesh

The Hindu 4 Dec 2025 9:35 pm

Indian Deaf Cricket Team To Tour UAE For Bilateral T20 Series; Mohammad Imran Appointed Fitness Trainer

The Indian Deaf Cricket Association: The Indian deaf cricket team will tour the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for a three-match bilateral T20 series against the UAE deaf cricket team from December 11 to 13, 2025. The opening T20 is scheduled for December 11, followed by the remaining two matches on December 12 and 13. For this tour, Mohammad Imran has been appointed as the fitness trainer of the Indian side. A resident of Dhaneepur in Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh, Imran is also associated with the Delhi Premier League (DPL) as a trainer for the South Delhi team. He has previously served as the trainer for the DDCA Under-14 squad as well. The series aims to strengthen bilateral ties in deaf cricket and provide competitive exposure to both teams ahead of future international assignments. The Indian deaf cricket team emerged as the winner in the 3rd edition of the Deaf Cricket Asia Cup tournament held in India in 2017, beating Sri Lanka by a big margin of 156 runs in the final. The next year, India ended up as runners-up in the 2018 Deaf T20 World Cup after losing to Sri Lanka by 36 runs. A 15-member squad has been announced for the series. The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) team comprises: Players: Virendra Singh (Captain, Himachal Pradesh), Shariq Majeed Gani (Jammu & Kashmir), R. Yashwanth Naidu (Andhra Pradesh), Santosh Kumar Mahapatra (Odisha), Ashwin Kaliyaperumal (WK, Tamil Nadu), Rahul Waghamshe (Gujarat), Ehjas Pattappill (Kerala), Samiullah Khan Ansar Khan Pathan (WK, Maharashtra), Pranil More (Maharashtra), Viraj Kolte (Maharashtra), Jigar Thakkar (Gujarat), Vaibhav Paranjpe (Madhya Pradesh), Deepak Kumar (Uttar Pradesh), and Faheemuddin (Delhi). Players: Also Read: Live Cricket Score Mukesh Kumar (Manager), Ashish Bajpai (Assistant Manager), Dev Dutt (Head Coach), Santosh Kumar Rai (Mentor), Mohammad Imran (Fitness Trainer), and Sharad Mudgal (Interpreter, ISL). Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 4 Dec 2025 7:22 pm

MNREs focus shifting from REIAs floating bids to States deciding on their RE requirements

Maharashtra, MP, Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh floating innovative RE tenders based on their local requirement

The Hindu Businessline 4 Dec 2025 7:05 pm

Uncontrollable fan frenzy for Hardik Pandya brings SMAT venue to standstill, organisers forced to relocate Baroda-Gujarat match

A massive, uncontrollable fan frenzy for Hardik Pandya brought the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy venue to a standstill, forcing organisers to relocate the clash between Baroda and Gujarat. Overwhelming crowds near the hotel, nets and entry points created major security concerns.

DNA India 4 Dec 2025 5:48 pm

Hacked 2.0: When security feeds in your homes and offices become pipelines for hackers in G - The Times of India

Hacked 2.0: When security feeds in your homes and offices become pipelines for hackers in G The Times of India

Google News 4 Dec 2025 5:17 pm

Gujarat Police Constable Eligibility 2025: Check Age, Qualification & Physical Standards Checklist Here - Jagran Josh

Gujarat Police Constable Eligibility 2025: Check Age, Qualification & Physical Standards Checklist Here Jagran Josh

Google News 4 Dec 2025 5:17 pm

Ex-Army man, woman held for sharing sensitive info with Pakistan spies

The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad has apprehended a retired Army officer and a woman. They are accused of providing sensitive military details to Pakistani intelligence. The retired officer allegedly shared troop movements and officer transfers. The woman reportedly used honeytrap tactics to gather information. Evidence includes international calls and financial transactions. Pakistani handlers operated from cities like Multan and Lahore.

The Economic Times 4 Dec 2025 5:07 pm

Who is Dr Ganesh Baraiya, the 3-foot-tall doctor with 72% locomotor disability, whose story is inspiring students and going viral online

Dr Ganesh Baraiya, a 3-foot-tall doctor with 72 percent locomotor disability from Bhavnagar, Gujarat, has captured national attention. Despite facing height-based disqualification from MBBS by the MCI, he fought a legal battle and won in the Supreme Court. Enrolling in Bhavnagar Medical College in 2019, he completed his MBBS and internship with support from friends and professors. His inspiring journey, now widely circulated online, motivates students and others to overcome physical challenges and pursue their dreams.

The Times of India 4 Dec 2025 4:34 pm

Ex-Army Man, Woman Held For Sharing Sensitive Info With Pak Spies

Ahmedabad, Dec 4: The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a retired Army man and a woman for allegedly sharing sensitive information about military establishments and personnel with Pakistani agents, officials said on Thursday. While accused Ajaykumar Singh was lured by a Pakistani intelligence officer to provide information about movements of the Indian Armys regiments and transfers of key military officers, the other accused, Rashmani Pal, was told to honeytrap certain individuals, they said. Singh (47), a native of [] The post Ex-Army Man, Woman Held For Sharing Sensitive Info With Pak Spies appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 4 Dec 2025 4:34 pm

Gujarat Man Performs Mouth-To-Mouth CPR To Save Electrocuted Snake, Internet Applauds

The snake, a non-venomous rat snake, was revived after nearly 30 minutes of CPR and eventually slithered away into nearby bushes.

NDTV 4 Dec 2025 3:59 pm

Forget oats and eggs: Gastro doctor Dr Pal says this centuries old Gujarati veg trio is the ultimate breakfast combo for gut health

Gastroenterologist Dr Pal Manickam has sparked interest online after recommending the classic Gujarati breakfast trio of dhokla, kadhi and handvo as one of the best gut friendly morning meals. In an Instagram video, he highlighted benefits including improved digestion through fermentation and probiotics, better protein utilization from balanced plant and dairy sources, and stable blood sugar levels due to fiber rich handvo. He urged avoiding deep fried versions and encouraged rediscovering traditional foods for modern wellness.

The Economic Times 4 Dec 2025 3:55 pm

Organisers move Syed Mushtaq fixture after unusual crowd surge for Hardik

A Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match between Baroda and Gujarat was moved to a larger stadium due to security concerns arising from large crowds gathering to watch Hardik Pandya. Pandya, returning from an injury, bowled well and contributed with the bat as Baroda secured an eight-wicket victory.

The Times of India 4 Dec 2025 3:32 pm

US deported 3,258 Indian nationals in 2025; 18,822 since 2009: EAM Jaishankar tells Parliament

The United States has deported as many as 18,822 Indian nationals since 2009, including 3,258 this year since January 2025, the Union government told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. Responding to supplementaries in the Rajya Sabha, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said state governments and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) have also investigated cases of human trafficking , in which Punjab has the maximum number of cases. Since 2009, a total of 18,822 Indian nationals have been deported to India, the minister informed the Rajya Sabha in a written reply to a question. He said 617 Indians had been deported in 2023, and as many as 1,368 were deported in 2024. Since January 2025, a total of 3,258 Indian nationals have been deported by the United States to India. Of these, 2,032 individuals (approximately 62.3 per cent) were deported on regular commercial flights, while the remaining 1,226 (37.6 per cent) arrived on US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operated charter flights. 'Main pagal nahi hoon': How an Indian youth's deportation shook the US citizen in me Replying to supplementaries, the minister said the NIA established some years ago an anti-human trafficking division, and it has today a mandate to cover human trafficking. State governments have also launched investigations into human trafficking cases, he noted. The NIA has registered and investigated 27 human trafficking cases, resulting in 169 arrests and chargesheets against 132 individuals. The NIA arrested two important traffickers in Haryana and Punjab on August 7 and then in Himachal Pradesh, two more people on October 2, the minister informed. Jaishankar said, as far as state governments are concerned, The maximum number of trafficking cases is from the state of Punjab. The Punjab government has constituted an SIT and a fact-finding committee. As per information given by them to us, 25 FIRs have been registered against 58 illegal travel agents, and 16 accused have been arrested. In the case of state of Haryana, 2,325 cases have been registered and 44 FIRs have been registered and 27 people have been arrested. Also, one significant trafficker has been arrested by the state of Gujarat, he said. Jaishankar said the Ministry of External Affairs remains engaged with the US side to ensure the humane treatment of deportees during US ICE/CBP deportation operations. The Ministry has strongly registered its concerns with the US authorities on the treatment of deportees , particularly with respect to the use of shackles, especially on women and children, the minister told the house in his written reply. No instance of shackling of women and children has been brought to the notice of this Ministry since the 5th February deportation flight, he said. Jaishankar said the US authorities have conveyed that the Restraining Policy for US deportation flights is in place since 19 November 2012 as part of the Standard Operating Procedure of the ICE. They have also conveyed that their policy of shackling deportees is followed to ensure the safety and security of all passengers on these flights. In the past, they claim that there have been instances of violence by deportees against fellow deportees and supporting crew members on such deportation flights. While women and minors are generally not shackled, the flight officer in charge of a deportation flight, in the interest of the safety of the mission, has the final say on the matter, he said. It is also pertinent to note that wanted criminals and gangsters who have been accused of terrorism, homicide, attempt to murder, extortion, etc., have also been removed on these deportation flights. In India's case, absconding criminals such as Lakhwinder Singh and Anmol Bishnoi , against whom lookout notices and arrest warrants have been issued by our law enforcement agencies, have been brought back on such deportation flights, the minister said in his written reply. UNHCR chief says US deportation practices violate the law Based on the accounts and testimonies given by returning deportees, he said the Central and respective State Governments along with the relevant law enforcement agencies, have registered a number of cases, and investigations as well as actions are ongoing against several illegal immigration agents, criminal facilitators and human trafficking syndicates that run these rackets. On a specific case of one Harjit Kaur (73) who was deported by US on February 25, the minister told the member that even though she was not handcuffed, she was maltreated during her detention and the matter was raised by them with the US authorities. Whenever any flight with deportees comes, the deportees are invariably interviewed by the officials of the Goverment of India. In this case, our immigration officers have confirmed that she was not handcuffed. We have seen reports reportaining to this, he said. While Harjit Kaur was not handcuffed, she was maltreated. She was maltreated in detention before she was put on the flight. On September 26, we have officially taken up her maltreatment with the American Embassy. We have made clear our very strong concern about the manner of her treatment and have asked the American authorities to look into this matter, Jaishankar told the house. Around the world, migrants are being deported at alarming rates how did this become normalised?

The New Indian Express 4 Dec 2025 3:26 pm

GJC Requests Formation of Gujarat State Level Vigilance Committee to Safeguard Jewellers' Interests

The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) announced that it has formally requested the Government of Gujarat to establish a State Level Vigilance Committee dedicated to protecting the interests of jewellers across the state.   L to R: Mitesh Dhorda, Avinash Gupta, Bharat Zaveri, Shri Harsh Sanghavi Ji, Rajesh Rokde, Avi Shah & Salim Daginawala   A high-level delegation from GJC, led by Chairman Rajesh Rokde, Vice Chairman Avinash Gupta, Director Salim Daginawala, ZCM Avi Shah, Bharat Zaveri, and National Secretary Mitesh Dhorda, met with Shri Harsh Sanghavi ji, Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, to present the proposal.   The meeting was described as extremely positive, with GJC expressing confidence in receiving strong support from the Honourable Minister and the Government of Gujarat for the swift implementation of the committee.   Key Highlights of the Proposal Formation of Gujarat State Level Vigilance Committee to safeguard jewellers from undue harassment. Involvement of key local jewellers to ensure fair representation and transparency. Joint preparation of SOPs by jewellers and authorities to streamline processes and build trust. Shri Devendra Fadnais ji, Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Minister of State for Home (Rural), Housing, School, Education, Cooperation and Mining, Shri Pankaj Bhoyar ji and Smt Chitra Kishor Wagh, Member of Legislative Council played a leading role in implementing Dakshata Committee Model in Maharashtra. GJC shall be using this as benchmark for effective implementation in Gujarat. Creation of District-Level and City-Level Committees under GJC to strengthen vigilance and provide localized support to jewellers.   Rajesh Rokde, Chairman, GJC, said, "The establishment of a Gujarat State Vigilance Committee will be a landmark step in ensuring that jewellers can operate without fear of harassment, while maintaining compliance and transparency. Alongside the state committee, GJC will also form district and city-level committees to provide grassroots support and ensure jewellers’ concerns are addressed swiftly. We are grateful to Shri Harsh Sanghavi ji for his positive response and look forward to working closely with the Government of Gujarat to bring this initiative to life. We are also thankful to our valued members Zaveribhai Mandalia, Bharatbhai Mandalia and Avibhai Shah for facilitating this important meeting."   Avinash Gupta, Vice Chairman, GJC, added, "This initiative will create a structured mechanism where jewellers and authorities work hand-in-hand to prepare SOPs and resolve issues collaboratively. By involving local jewellers at every level - state, district, and city - we can ensure fairness, accountability, and a strong support system across Gujarat. We are confident that this model will set a benchmark for other states as well."   About GJC All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council is a national trade council established with the objective to address the industry, its functioning, and its cause with a 360° approach to promote and progress its growth, while protecting the industry’s interests. As a self-regulated trade body, GJC, since the last 20 years, has been serving as a bridge between the Government and the trade as well as undertaking various initiatives on behalf of and for the industry.

News Voir 4 Dec 2025 3:12 pm

Falling value of rupee shows countrys real economic situation: Kharge

New Delhi: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rupee crossing the 90-mark against the US dollar, recalling that as Gujarat chief minister he had questioned the UPA government over the declining value of the rupee. The rupee slumped 28 paise to an all-time low of 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 .

The Siasat Daily 4 Dec 2025 2:57 pm

Hardik Pandya Mania Forces Venue Shift For BarodaGujarat SMAT Match

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Hardik Pandyas comeback triggered such overwhelming fan frenzy that organisers had no choice but to shift the BarodaGujarat SMAT fixture to a high-capacity stadium. The match, originally scheduled here at the Gymkhana Ground, was relocated to the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, known for hosting major international matches and IPL fixtures. It provides stronger security architecture and greater crowd-handling capacity, making it the preferred choice for a turnout of this scale. Officials confirmed that the decision was taken after unusually large gatherings of fans were recorded near team hotels, practice nets, and ticket counters far exceeding typical domestic tournament turnout. In Barodas previous game against Punjab, play was interrupted multiple times due to pitch invasions as fans rushed out to meet Hardik. The surge, organisers say, is driven entirely by the excitement to watch Hardik Pandya, whose star power continues to attract fans in overwhelming numbers. The enthusiasm for Hardik Pandya is unbelievable. Fan turnout, enquiries, and crowd movement exceeded our projections by a huge margin. To ensure safety and smooth match operations, we decided to shift the match to Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, a senior organising official said. Hardik returned to competitive cricket after a long injury layoff on Tuesday and smashed a 42-ball 77 not out for Baroda as the team chased down a 223-run target against Punjab to clinch their second consecutive victory at the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He sustained an injury during Indias Asia Cup Super Fours clash against Sri Lanka and has been out of action since. The allrounder subsequently missed the ODI and T20I series against Australia and was unavailable for selection for the ongoing 50-over series against South Africa. However, after exiting the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru and upon receiving RTP (Return to Play) clearance from the board, Hardik joined the Baroda team, led by his brother Krunal Pandya, for the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy tournament. He sustained an injury during Indias Asia Cup Super Fours clash against Sri Lanka and has been out of action since. The allrounder subsequently missed the ODI and T20I series against Australia and was unavailable for selection for the ongoing 50-over series against South Africa. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Baroda restricted Gujarat 70 with Raj Limbani picking 3 for 5. In response, Baroda chased down the target in 6.4 overs for the loss of two wickets. Article Source: IANS

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GJC requests Gujarat government for formation of vigilance committee

This initiative will create a structured mechanism where jewellers and state government authorities will work hand-in-hand to prepare SOPs and collaborate to resolve issues, GJC stated

The Hindu Businessline 3 Dec 2025 9:52 pm

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From MS Dhoni's go-to seamer to IPL comeback star for Gujarat Titans: Mohit Sharma draws curtains on 14-year long career - Hindustan Times

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Woman Gang Busted In Delhi, Items Worth Rs 1 Crore Recovered

Two active women-led criminal gangs, one operating across Gujarat and Delhi, and another based in the Anand Parbat area of Delhi, were busted by police on Wednesday.

NDTV 3 Dec 2025 5:14 pm

Gujarat Vlogger, Riding Laila KTM Duke At 140 KMPH, Dies In Shocking Accident: High Speed, No Helmet

Prince was thrown off the bike and tumbled across the road, and the crash was so severe that it resulted in his head being severed.

News18 3 Dec 2025 3:45 pm

By drivers, for drivers: Bharat Taxi begins trials in Delhi and Gujarat

Bharat Taxi, India's new cooperative ride-hailing platform, is launching with a zero-commission model. Drivers will own the fleet and keep 100% of their earnings. Pilot runs are underway in Delhi and Gujarat. This initiative aims to provide drivers with greater dignity and financial stability. Passengers can expect transparent, no-surge pricing. Bharat Taxi is set to reshape India's ride-hailing sector.

The Economic Times 3 Dec 2025 3:43 pm

Who was Prince Patel? 18-year-old 'PKR Blogger' dies while riding bike at 140 kmph in Gujarat

A tragic accident occurred in Surat, Gujarat, where 18-year-old vlogger Prince Patel, known online as 'PKR Blogger', lost his life while riding his KTM Duke motorcycle. The incident happened on the Great Liner Bridge, a multi-level flyover, where Prince was allegedly speeding at 140 km/h. He lost control, fell off the bike, and was decapitated in the accident.

DNA India 3 Dec 2025 2:06 pm

Gujarat's 'PKR Blogger' Dies In Road Accident, Was Riding KTM At 140 kmph

An 18-year-old vlogger, who goes by the name 'PKR Blogger', has died in a horrendous road accident in Gujarat's Surat while riding his KTM sports bike allegedly at a high speed. The social media influencer, Prince Patel, was decapitated.

NDTV 3 Dec 2025 1:29 pm

Gujarat Pipavav Port signs MoU with NYK India for enhancing RoRo infrastructure

Capacity improvement aimed at handling 5,00,000 cars annually, with an emphasis on reducing dwell time

The Hindu Businessline 3 Dec 2025 1:06 pm

Modi government has 'nearly signed death warrant' for Aravalli hills: Sonia Gandhi

NEW DELHI: Congress parliamentary party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday claimed that since coming to power, the Modi government has displayed a particularly venal streak of cynicism in relation to environmental protection, while alleging that it has now early signed a death warrant for Aravalli hills. She demanded that the government must withdraw the amendments it ulldozed through Parliament in the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 as well as the Forest Conservation Rules (2022). Gandhi said the government's declaration that any hills in the Aravalli range with an elevation of less than 100 metres are not subject to the strictures against mining is an open invitation for illegal miners and mafias to finish off 90% of the range which falls below the height limit set. The Aravalli range, which runs from Gujarat through Rajasthan and till Haryana, has long played a significant role in Indian geography and history. It has served as a barrier to the spread of desertification from the Thar Desert to the Gangetic Plains, guarded Rajasthan's proudest forts such as Chittorgarh and Ranthambore, and served as the cradle of spirituality for communities across northwest India, Gandhi said in an article published in The Hindu . The Modi Government has now nearly signed a death warrant for these hills, already denuded by illegal mining, she said. Gandhi pointed out that on the northernmost end of the Aravalli range, the national capital has embarked on its annual smog season this month. A hazy mist of dust, smoke and particulate matter has been settling down on millions of citizens as they go about their daily lives breathing in toxic air. Even as the smog becomes a part of our yearly routine, research increasingly shows that it is a full-scale, slow-motion public health tragedy. Estimates of the human toll of this pollution go as high as 34,000 deaths in just 10 cities annually, Gandhi said in her article titled Dismal state of India's environment. 'Road to hell is paved with good intentions': Congress slams government over new Aravalli definition Last week the news headlines reflected yet another evolving tragedy when the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) reported that 13%-15% of tested groundwater samples in Delhi contain uranium beyond the permissible limit for human consumption, she said. Shamefully, water samples from Punjab and Haryana reflect even higher levels of uranium contamination . One does not need to dwell on the frightening health implications that regular consumption of such water for daily activities can have on impacted populations, the former Congress president said. These news items cannot be seen disparately as they are each causes and consequences of a crisis that has engulfed India in the last decade - a deep-seated and continuing disregard for the environment in government policy making, she said. Ever since coming to power, the Modi government has displayed a particularly venal streak of cynicism in relation to environmental protection, combining its proclivity to encourage the reckless exploitation of natural resources with a callous disregard for consequences on the environment, Gandhi said. The Forest Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2023 exempted large categories of land and projects from forest clearance rules, easing diversion for other purposes, she claimed. Gandhi further alleged that the Draft Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) notification 2020 sought to dilute public hearings, expand exemptions and reduce compliance reporting. The Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification 2018 eased construction rules along India's shorelines, opening ecologically sensitive coastal areas and fishing communities' habitats to commercial real estate and industrial activity, Gandhi said. The Environment Ministry has more often been in the news for circumventing due process and weakening regulations rather than implementing them or taking proactive measures to halt the slide, the Congress leader said. Another emerging trend has been an insidious tendency to pit the environment against the local communities that protect it, when politically convenient for the government, she said. The Forest Survey of India has been mischievously attributing the loss of forest cover over the last decade to the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006, Gandhi said. Shockingly, even the Minister concerned has echoed the same claims. In June 2024, the National Tiger Conservation Authority called for the eviction of almost 65,000 families from tiger reserves across the country, she said. It was not just a breach of the spirit of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 which mandates that all relocations must be voluntary; it was also unnecessarily inimical, ranging the environment against local communities, Gandhi said. India needs a new deal for the environment. First, we must resolve to do no further harm. We must halt the large-scale deforestation that is planned or currently underway across the country: in Great Nicobar, in north Chhattisgarh's Hasdeo Aranya, and in Madhva Pradesh's Dhirauli, she said. We need to crack down on the rampant illegal mining in the Aravalli range and other eco-sensitive regions such as the Western Ghats. We need to put an end to the indiscriminate destruction of mountains in the Himalayan belt which has exacted a heavy toll on human lives these past few years, Gandhi added. She said on a policy level, there is a need to urgently review the laws and policy changes of the last decade which have led us down this disastrous path. The Modi government must withdraw the amendments it bulldozed through Parliament in the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 as well as the Forest Conservation Rules (2022) - which are anti-Adivasi and allow the clearing of forests without consulting those who live there, she said. The blatantly illogical and dangerous practice of providing post-facto environmental clearances to big corporations that violate environmental laws -- one of the Modi Government's few home-grown policy innovations --cannot continue, she asserted.

The New Indian Express 3 Dec 2025 12:13 pm

Punjab records highest groundwater extraction in India, says CGWB report

CHANDIGARH: Groundwater extraction in the country is the highest in Punjab, followed by Rajasthan and Haryana, according to the latest National Compilation of Dynamic Ground Water Resources of India, 2025 report of the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB). The findings show that 25 per cent of the 6,762 total blocks in India have been categorised as over-exploited, critical or semi-critical, a situation concentrated in nine states, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Puducherry. As per the report, groundwater extraction in Punjab stands at 156.36 per cent, the highest in the country, followed by Rajasthan at 147.11 per cent and Haryana at 136.75 per cent, all significantly above the national average of 60.63 per cent. At the national level, annual groundwater extraction has seen a marginal decline, from 27.66 billion cubic metres (BCM) in 2023 to 26.27 BCM last year. The total annual ground water recharge of Punjab has been assessed as 18.6 bcm and annual extractable ground water resource as 16.8 bcm. Out of total 153 assessment units including three urban areas taken for study, 111 assessment units (72.55 per cent) have been categorized as Over-exploited, 10 blocks (6.54 per cent) as Critical, 15 blocks (9.80 per cent) as Semi Critical and 17 blocks (11.11 per cent) as Safe, the report said. Similarly, out of 50175.27 square kilometers recharge worthy area of the state, 34294.3 sq km (68.35 per cent) area are under Over-Exploited, 4353.15 sq. km (8.68 per cent) under Critical, 4478.11 sq km (8.92 per cent) under Semi-critical and 7049.71sq km (14.05 per cent) under Safe category, reads the report. For Rajasthan, the report states,Out of the 302 assessment units (blocks and urban areas), 213 units (70.53 per cent) have been categorized as Over Exploited, 23 units (7.62 per cent) as Critical, 27 units (8.94 per cent) as Semi-Critical, 36 units (11.92 per cent) blocks as Safe and 3 units (0.99 per cent) as Saline. Similarly, out of 317010.74 sq km recharge worthy area of the state, 222266.46 sq km (70.11 per cent) area are under Over-Exploited, 19404.23 sq. km (6.12 per cent) under Critical, 22535.05 sq km (7.11 per cent) under Semi-critical, 43869.11 sq km (13.84 per cent) under Safe and 8935.89 sq km (2.82 per cent) area under Saline categories of assessment units. In Haryana, the situation is similar. While in Haryana, out of total 143 assessment units (blocks/Urban), 91 units (63.64 per cent) have been categorized as Overexploited, 6 units (4.20 per cent) as Critical, 15 units (10.49 per cent) as Semi Critical and 31 units (21.68 per cent) as Safe categories of assessment units. Similarly, out of 43,205.81 sq. km recharge worthy area of the State, 26,828.05 sq. km (62.09 per cent) area are under Over-Exploited, 1,170.46 sq. km (2.71 per cent) under Critical, 4,253.89 sq. km (9.85 per cent) under Semicritical, 10,953.42 sq. km (25.35 per cent) under Safe categories of assessment units, it added. The report assesses the total annual groundwater extraction of the entire country for 2025 at 247.22 bcm. Agriculture remains the largest consumer, accounting for 87 per cent, or 215.10 bcm, followed by 11 per cent for domestic use (27.89 bcm) and 2 per cent for industrial use (4.23 bcm). In the present assessment, total annual groundwater recharge has been pegged at 448.52 bcm, while the annual extractable groundwater resource stands at 407.75 bcm. The average stage of groundwater extraction at the national level is 60.63 per cent. Out of 6,762 blocks in the country, 730 units (10.80 per cent) are categorised as over-exploited, and 201 blocks (2.97 per cent) are classified as critical where extraction ranges from 90 to 100 per cent. Another 758 blocks (11.21 per cent) fall under the semi-critical category, while 4,946 units (73.14 per cent) are considered safe, with extraction below 70 per cent. Additionally, 127 blocks (1.88 per cent) have been listed as saline due to brackish or saline groundwater in phreatic aquifers. The report highlights that the percentage of over-exploited, critical and semi-critical blocks exceeding 25 per cent of total units is found only in nine states, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Puducherry. It attributes the situation to region-specific factors, Over-exploitation of ground water resources could be due to various region-specific reasons. The assessment units located in the north-western part of the country (particularly in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh) have plenty of replenishable ground water resources but because of the over extraction beyond the annual ground water recharge, many of these units have become Over-exploited. Overexploited units are also common in the western part of the country, particularly in Rajasthan and Gujarat where the prevailing arid climate results in low recharge of ground water and hence stress on these sources, the report stated. It further adds, In peninsular India, over-exploited units are wide spread in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana which could be attributed mainly to the low storage and transmission capacities of aquifers of the hard rock terrains, which results in reduced availability of the resource. The report also notes that in Arunachal Pradesh, Delhi, Goa, Kerala, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Andaman and Nicobar, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Lakshadweep, domestic groundwater extraction exceeds 40 per cent. Groundwater extraction stands between 90 and 100 per cent in Delhi, and between 70 and 90 per cent in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. In most other states and Union Territories, including Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Andaman and Nicobar, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Lakshadweep, extraction levels are around 70 per cent. The report concludes that compared to the Dynamic Ground Water Resource Assessment of 2024, the total annual groundwater recharge has marginally increased from 446.9 bcm to 448.52 bcm.

The New Indian Express 3 Dec 2025 11:54 am

HSBC INDIA Expands its Presence in Gujarat with a New Branch in Vadodara

HSBC India on Saturday unveiled its new branch in Vadodara, Gujarat, marking a significant step in its strategic expansion across the country. This launch signifies the bank’s 27th branch in India and its second in Gujarat, following  Reserve Bank of India’s approval earlier this year to open 20 new bank branches in key cities.   Chef Ranveer Brar, Her Highness Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda & Sandeep Batra, Head, International Wealth & Premier Banking, HSBC India, at the branch inauguration   Vadodara, known for its rapid economic growth and industrial prowess, is emerging as a significant hub for wealth creation. The city is home to a burgeoning population of affluent, High Net Worth (HNW), Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW), and non-resident clients in one of India’s rapidly growing wealth and industrial hubs.  HSBC’s new branch is strategically positioned to meet the financial and wealth needs of this customer segment.   The expansion reinforces HSBC’s focus on the wealth opportunity in India, where it is the leading international bank offering a full spectrum of solutions and services to clients across International Wealth and Premier Banking, and Corporate and Institutional Banking.    Commenting on the launch, Sandeep Batra, Head of International Wealth and Premier Banking, HSBC India , said, “ As entrepreneurial spirit and innovation continue to drive economic growth and personal wealth, affluent customers are increasingly adopting a global outlook. They are seeking a trusted partner who is able to consistently serve them across jurisdictions. Our new branch in Vadodara reflects our commitment to being closer to our customers and delivering world-class banking solutions tailored to their unique needs. As the leading international bank in India, we remain focused on enabling our clients to unlock opportunities and achieve their aspirations, both in India and internationally .”    With this addition, HSBC now has a network of 27 branches across 15 cities in India. HSBC has maintained a strong presence in India for over 170 years, supporting customers in their financial journeys both locally and globally.   Further HSBC India will open branches in Amritsar, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Dehradun, Faridabad, Indore, Jalandhar, Kanpur, Ludhiana, Lucknow, Mysuru, Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Patna, Rajkot, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram and Vishakhapatnam.   About HSBC India  HSBC India offers a full range of banking and financial services through 27 branches across 15 cities. HSBC is one of India's leading financial services groups, with around 44,000 employees in its banking, investment banking and capital markets, asset management, insurance, software development and global resourcing operations in the country. It is a leading custodian in India. The Bank is at the forefront in arranging deals for Indian companies investing overseas and foreign investments into the country.   About HSBC Holdings plc HSBC Holdings plc, the parent company of HSBC, is headquartered in London. HSBC serves customers worldwide from offices in 60 countries and territories. With assets of US$3,099bn at 30 September 2024, HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations.

News Voir 3 Dec 2025 11:27 am

Gujarat Police Recruitment 2025: Registration for 13,591 posts expected to begin shortly at ojas.gujarat.gov.in, details here

Gujarat Police recruitment for 13,591 posts is expected to open today, December 3, 2025. The drive includes Sub-Inspectors, Jailers, Lokrakshaks, and Constables. Eligibility requires specific educational qualifications and physical standards. The selection process involves physical tests, a written exam, and document verification. Registration is expected on the OJAS Gujarat portal.

The Times of India 3 Dec 2025 9:46 am