Eight Arrested for Stealing Crude Oil from HPCL Pipeline in Rajasthan
Jaipur, August 12: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), in collaboration with the Rajasthan Police, has dismantled an interstate gang involved in stealing crude oil from the HPCL pipeline in the Pachpadra tehsil of Barmer district. Eight individuals have been arrested in connection with this case. According to the Gujarat ATS, the gang allegedly dug a ... Read more Eight Arrested for Stealing Crude Oil from HPCL Pipeline in Rajasthan
Winning 2027 WC Is A Goal; I'd Love To Finish Off My Career With A Trophy: Miller
Cricket World Cup: South Africas veteran middle-order batter David Miller has expressed his deep desire to finish his career by lifting the ICC Mens Cricket World Cup 2027 on home soil, adding that he remains driven to secure the ultimate prize in familiar conditions. The tournament is scheduled to be played in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia from October 4 to November 21, 2027. South Africa are yet to win an ODI World Cup and South Africa reached the semi-finals in 2023, before losing to Australia in the semi-final in Kolkata. Yeah, I am really looking forward to it. For me, its a goal that I want to achieve. I would love to finish off late in my career with a trophy. So, for me, its a goal that I would love to be a part of that World Cup team. Its something that is never guaranteed, and Ill definitely, from now until then, be focused on aiming to make that team and to contribute the best I can. Obviously, it will be very special, being at home in front of our fans and in a place that Ive played for so many years. So, it would be fantastic to be a part of that team, Miller told JioStar. Miller, who scored 166 runs in eight matches for Southern Brave in The Hundred 2026, opened up about his longevity and the art of finishing matches with aplomb. Probably the fact that Ive made a career by batting in the middle order and finishing games; that would be something Im most proud of. Its something that takes a long time to kind of conquer and master. Im still learning all the time, but at least Ive had a long career in that department, and Ive really enjoyed going about chasing innings, especially. Having spent over a decade in the IPL, Miller singled out his title-winning run with Gujarat Titans in 2022 as his best moment of being in the competition. My favourite moment in the IPL... there have been many, but we obviously play to win, so definitely winning the IPL for Gujarat Titans would be that. Its something that takes a long time to kind of conquer and master. Im still learning all the time, but at least Ive had a long career in that department, and Ive really enjoyed going about chasing innings, especially. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I think there was a lot at stake there, and it kind of set my career up if I look back at it now. Then there was another knock that Ill always remember as well, the one in Durban against Australia. We chased down a score there as well and I scored a hundred, 118 not out or something. So, those two knocks under pressure, scoring hundreds, theyll always kind of stand out, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Industries to make space for Sports in Gujarat for Commonwealth & Olympics
An ambitious plan has been formulated to prepare Ahmedabad for the 2030 Commonwealth Games and the 2036 Olympic Games. Under this plan, all local industries and GIDC units located within the limits of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and ...
Three Gujarat hospitals receive national awards for organ donation excellence
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Gujarat CM felicitates three govt hospitals for national organ donation awards
Gandhinagar, Aug 12 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday felicitated three government hospitals for securing national recognition for their work in organ donation and transplantation, with the awards being presented to him and the Council of Ministers during the state Cabinet meeting in Gandhinagar. The three institutions the Institute of Kidney Diseases []
Gujarat Petrosynthese standalone net profit rises 45.76% in the June 2026 quarter
Sales rise 45.63% to Rs 7.34 crore
Gujarats Disa to Host Asias First Desert-Themed Night Safari and Zoological Park
Gandhinagar, August 12: The Central Zoo Authority (CZA) has approved the construction of Asias first desert-themed zoological park, featuring a drive-through night safari in Disa, located in the Banaskantha district of Gujarat. This project, developed by the Gujarat Forest Department, aims to promote wildlife conservation and eco-tourism. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ... Read more Gujarats Disa to Host Asias First Desert-Themed Night Safari and Zoological Park
Gulf Giants Add Miller, Klaasen; Omarzai, Muzarabani Return Ahead Of ILT20 Season 5
The South African: Gulf Giants have strengthened their squad ahead of the ILT20 Season 5 Player Auction, securing the services of South African powerhouses David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen as pre-auction signings. The inaugural champions have also retained the services of Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai and Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani, bringing four established international names into their squad for the upcoming season, which will run from November 22 to December 20, 2026. The signings give Gulf Giants considerable firepower across departments as they look to reclaim the title they won in the tournament's inaugural edition in 2023. Gulf Giants head coach Simon Helmot welcomed the additions, saying, We are delighted to welcome David and Heinrich to the Gulf Giants family while bringing back Azmatullah and Blessing. They are world-class players and proven match-winners who add tremendous quality and depth to our squad. We've built a strong foundation, and the Player Auction gives us another opportunity to complete our squad as we prepare for Season 5. Miller brings extensive experience to the Giants' batting unit. The South African has featured in 571 T20 matches and accumulated more than 12,000 runs across international and franchise cricket. His rsum also includes a key contribution to Gujarat Titans' IPL title triumph in 2022. Klaasen, meanwhile, adds another explosive option to the middle order while also providing wicketkeeping cover. The South African wicketkeeper-batter has scored more than 6,900 runs in 294 T20 appearances and is set to make his first ILT20 appearance in the upcoming season. Omarzai's return follows an impressive debut campaign with the franchise. The Afghanistan all-rounder contributed 233 runs and 12 wickets in 10 matches last season, establishing himself as an important two-way option for the Giants. Muzarabani is also back after injury ruled him out of the previous campaign. The Zimbabwe quick has taken 22 wickets in 17 matches for Gulf Giants since joining the franchise in 2023. His most productive season came in 2024-25, when he claimed 16 wickets in 10 games. Omarzai's return follows an impressive debut campaign with the franchise. The Afghanistan all-rounder contributed 233 runs and 12 wickets in 10 matches last season, establishing himself as an important two-way option for the Giants. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The franchise will be aiming to build on its status as the competition's inaugural champions when the fifth edition of the ILT20 gets underway on November 22. Article Source: IANS
GACL Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Assistant Engineer, Officer and More Posts
The Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals (GACL) Recruitment 2026 for posts of Not Mentioned Assistant Engineer, Officer and More. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 05-08-2026, and closes on 16-08-2026. The candidate shall apply online through GACL website, https://gacl.com/.
GTU Result 2026 Out - Gujarat Technological University ME, BV
Gujarat Technological University declared GTU Result 2026 for ME Sem 1 Remedial, BV Sem 3 Remedial, and IC Sem 4 & Sem 6 Regular/Remedial Re-check-Re-Assess exams on 10 August 2026. Check direct steps to download your result at gtu.ac.in/result.aspx and gturesults.in.
ESIC Gujarat Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for 25 Specialist, Senior Resident Posts
Employees State Insurance Corporation Gujarat (ESIC Gujarat) Recruitment 2026 for 25 posts of Full Time Specialist / Part Time Specialist, Senior Resident. Candidates with PG Degree / Diploma Can attend Walkin. The Walk-in on 13-08-2026. For detailed information please visit ESIC Gujarat official website esic.gov.in.
What Shubman Gill Said When Gujarat Titans Asked About Hardik Pandya's Return
Shubman Gill was reportedly open to welcoming Hardik Pandya back to the Gujarat Titans before being informed of 'captaincy condition'.
Gujarat Titans Reject Hardik's Return...
Hardik Pandya's potential return to Gujarat Titans was reportedly rejected after he made his move conditional on being reinstated as captain, a demand the franchise, including current captain Shubman Gill, declined.
Hardik Pandya wanted GT return but with this condition: Report
Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Hardik Pandya recently held talks with Gujarat Titans (GT) about a potential return, as per The Indian Express.
Gujarat Energy consolidated net profit rises 69.80% in the June 2026 quarter
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Hardik seeks return to Gujarat Titans, team shuts doors after hearing demands
Hardik seeks return to Gujarat Titans, team shuts doors after hearing demands
Gujarat Industries Power Co standalone net profit rises 174.75% in the June 2026 quarter
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Hardik Pandya Wants Gujarat Titans Return, His 'Condition' Turns Deal-Breaker: Report
Hardik Pandya reportedly contacted the Gujarat Titans over a potential return in the IPL 2027 season. However, his 'captaincy condition' turned into a deal-breaker.
National team deployed in Gujarat to control Chandipura virus outbreak
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Hardik Pandya wants to rejoin Gujarat Titans as captain, franchise rejects: Report
Star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to leave Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2027 . His return to the franchise hasnt been successful and following which, both the franchise and the player are planning to part ways. In regard to that, the five-time champions have reportedly been in talks with multiple IPL franchises, such as Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings, but no deal has been struck.
KKR, Gujarat Titans Sent Major IPL Trade Deal Message. It Involves Two Big India Stars
Former Indian cricket team batter Aakash Chopra suggested that Kolkata Knight Riders could release Rinku Singh for one of Gujarat Titans' fast bowlers in a sensational IPL trade move.
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Two Arrested in Major Online Share Trading Fraud in Gujarat
Surat, August 12: The Cyber Crime Cell of Gujarat has arrested two individuals from Junagadh in connection with a significant online share trading fraud. The case involves a scam where a victim was defrauded of 42.98 lakh. During the investigation, authorities discovered links to three other cyber fraud cases across various states, with total losses ... Read more Two Arrested in Major Online Share Trading Fraud in Gujarat
Muddamal matters: Papad under watch, condoms in custody
Racket to make fake RC book with AI busted
Govt transfers SMC chief Nagarajan after HC rap
125cr APK fraud busted; 4 nabbed from Patna
FIR filed against 4 resident doctors in Surat PG student suicide case
Mosquito breeding found at 208 construction sites in city
Cooperatives look to boost fresh milk supply to troops in remote areas
Experience The New Gujarati Music Video 'Dil Ma Mara Rakhi Lau' by Kajal Maheriya
Get ready to be swept away by the latest gujarati track 'Dil Ma Mara Rakhi Lau' beautifully sung by Kajal Maheriya. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Devraj Adroj & Bharat Ravat and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Devraj Adroj & Bharat Ravat. Don't miss the chance to witness Kajal Maheriya's performance in the captivating gujarati video track 'Dil Ma Mara Rakhi Lau'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more gujarati tracks in the music videos section of gujarati ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Kajal Maheriya. Indulge in the latest gujarati video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Devraj Adroj & Bharat Ravat, immerse in the gujarati music video tracks.
Experience The New Gujarati Music Video 'Aatam' by Jaymin Dabhoda
Get ready to be swept away by the latest gujarati track 'Aatam' beautifully sung by Jaymin Dabhoda. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Shashi Kapadiya and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Bharat Subapura, Viram Jorvada. Don't miss the chance to witness Jaymin Dabhoda's performance in the captivating gujarati video track 'Aatam'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more gujarati tracks in the music videos section of gujarati ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Jaymin Dabhoda. Indulge in the latest gujarati video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Shashi Kapadiya, immerse in the gujarati music video tracks.
Experience The New Gujarati Music Video 'Tara Vina Mane Nai Fave' by Gopal Bharwad
Get ready to be swept away by the latest gujarati track 'Tara Vina Mane Nai Fave' beautifully sung by Gopal Bharwad. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Shashi Kapadia and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Ganu Bharwad. Don't miss the chance to witness Gopal Bharwad's performance in the captivating gujarati video track 'Tara Vina Mane Nai Fave'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more gujarati tracks in the music videos section of gujarati ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Gopal Bharwad. Indulge in the latest gujarati video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Gopal Bharwad, immerse in the gujarati music video tracks.
Experience The New Gujarati Music Video 'Swarg Ni Pari' by Dhaval Parmar
Get ready to be swept away by the latest gujarati track 'Swarg Ni Pari' beautifully sung by Dhaval Parmar. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Shankar Prajapati,Bhavik Prajapati and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Kalpesh Solanki. Don't miss the chance to witness Dhaval Parmar's performance in the captivating gujarati video track 'Swarg Ni Pari'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more gujarati tracks in the music videos section of gujarati ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Dhaval Parmar. Indulge in the latest gujarati video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Devraj Adroj & Bharat Ravat, immerse in the gujarati music video tracks.
Guest lecture on emotional well-being at MSU today
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Gandhinagar, August 12: The Cyber Center of Excellence in Gujarat has arrested two individuals from Savarkundla in Amreli district. They are accused of defrauding a complainant of approximately 25.4 million through a fake company advertisement and an online distributor scheme on Instagram. Authorities reported that the suspects are linked to bank accounts involved in 34 ... Read more Gujarat Police Arrest Two in 25.4 Million Instagram Distributor Fraud Case
Gandhinagar, August 11: The Gujarat government has significantly increased its urban development budget, which has grown more than 45 times in the last two decades. State spokesperson and minister Jitu Vaghani announced on Tuesday that the budget rose from 660 crores in 2005-06 to 30,325 crores for the fiscal year 2025-26. During a press conference, ... Read more Gujarat Allocates Over 92,000 Crores for Urban Development in Five Years
From Goshamahal to Gujarat, Demand Rises For Telugu-style Ganesh Idols
Customers for Goshamahal Ganesh idols come from Gujarat, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu, as these places lack artists who make huge Ganesh idols
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Urges Local Bodies to Monitor Development Projects
Gandhinagar, August 11: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has issued important directives to elected representatives and officials of municipal corporations and municipalities. He emphasized the need to focus not only on planning new projects but also on assessing the status of completed development works, ensuring that public funds are utilized effectively. During an event in ... Read more Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Urges Local Bodies to Monitor Development Projects
Gandhinagar, August 11: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel distributed a total of 3,850 crore in development grants to the states municipal corporations and municipalities during a ceremony held in Gandhinagar on Tuesday. Under the Golden Jubilee Chief Minister Urban Development Scheme, 17 municipal corporations received 2,992 crore, while 152 municipalities were allocated 858 crore. The ... Read more Gujarat Allocates 3,850 Crore for Urban Development Initiatives
Gujarat ATS, Rajasthan Police bust interstate gang tapping crude oil pipeline; eight held
Ahmedabad, Aug 11 (IANS) An alleged interstate network involved in illegally tapping an HPCL crude oil pipeline in Rajasthan and transporting the stolen oil to Gujarat for sale has been busted by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Rajasthan Police, with eight people arrested, officials said on Tuesday. The operation followed information received by Gujarat []
Gujarat govt allocates over Rs 92,000 crore for urban development in five years
Gandhinagar, Aug 11 (IANS) Gujarats urban development budget has increased more than 45-fold in two decades, rising from Rs 660 crore in 2005-06 to Rs 30,325 crore in 2025-26, state spokesperson and minister Jitu Vaghani said on Tuesday. Addressing a press conference, Vaghani said the increase reflected the expansion of investment in urban infrastructure and []
Gujarats GIFT City: A Rising International Financial Hub with Significant Budget Allocation
Gandhinagar, August 11: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced on Tuesday that the state government has allocated 39% of its total budget for capital expenditure this year. This decision reflects the states commitment to infrastructure and emerging sectors as GIFT City evolves into an international financial center. During the inaugural session of the Global Connect ... Read more Gujarats GIFT City: A Rising International Financial Hub with Significant Budget Allocation
Deputy chief minister Harsh Sanghavi to launch Shaktidoot 2.0 yojana across Gujarat tomorrow
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Gujarat CM Patel distributes Rs 3,850 crore to municipal bodies for development
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100-Crore Gujarati Blockbuster Laalo to Stream on ShemarooMe from August 13
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GMDC Teacher Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC) has released the GMDC School Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification for Balvatika/Montessori Teacher, Primary Teacher, Upper Primary Teacher, and Secondary Teacher posts. The online application process is open until 24 August 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website, gmdcltd.com.
AM/NS India Launches STRUCTROMAX and WELDSTAR Heavy Steel Plate Brands for Critical Industries
STRUCTROMAX and WELDSTAR designed to serve evolving needs of construction, transportation, and heavy engineering sectors Hazira/Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 11: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) today announced the launch of STRUCTROMAX and WELDSTAR, two new heavy steel plate brands designed for Indias growing infrastructure, manufacturing, construction, energy, transportation and heavy engineering sectors. Developed at []
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 11: The awards ceremony, held between July 30 to August 1 at the luxurious Soaltee Hotel in Kathmandu, Nepal, recognized the companys exceptional artistry and dedication to storytelling. Founded in 2022 by Meet Desai, Nice To Meet You has rapidly established itself as a leader in its field. At the EMF []
Gujarat Winding Systems reports standalone net loss of Rs 0.01 crore in the June 2026 quarter
Reported sales nil
Satish Patel Takes Oath as Manjalpur MLA Following BJPs Victory in Gujarat By-Election
Gandhinagar, August 11: Newly elected Manjalpur MLA Satish Patel took his oath on Tuesday in Gandhinagar as a member of the Gujarat Assembly. This ceremony followed the BJPs recent victory in the Vadodara by-election, where the party successfully retained the seat. Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary administered the oath in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra ... Read more Satish Patel Takes Oath as Manjalpur MLA Following BJPs Victory in Gujarat By-Election
VNSGU Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for Assistant Professor/ Teaching Assistant Posts
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU) has released a recruitment notification for 3 posts including Temporary Assistant Professor and Temporary Teaching Assistant. Candidates with M.Com/ MBA (HR), M.Sc., MA English, and NET/ GSET/ Ph.D. (as applicable) are eligible to attend the walk-in interview. The walk-in interviews are scheduled for 30-07-2026, 31-07-2026, and 03-08-2026 as per the official notification.
Delhi Police busts pan-India cyber fraud network with Qatar, Dubai links
The Delhi Police has arrested nine persons allegedly associated with a pan-India investment fraud and cyber mule syndicate purportedly linked to 34 complaints involving more than Rs 15.71 crore, officials said on Tuesday. The probe has also uncovered suspected links with persons based in Qatar, and alleged operational coordination with Dubai-based cybercriminals, they said. The accused Jamaluddin Faisal (30), Sarabjit Singh (43), Sonia Sharma (42), Shoeb Dilavar Saiyyad (26), Siddiki Mahamadsiddik Mufidbhai (30), Shaikh Riyazuddin Imtiyaz (29), Hamza Humayu (26), Kamalsha Kadarshah (30) and Muzamil Thaib (20) were arrested from Kerala, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Punjab. The case came to light after a Palam Colony resident alleged he was lured into social media groups appearing to be investment-learning platforms. The accused allegedly impersonated market analysts and investment professionals, showed fabricated trading profits and persuaded him to invest through a fraudulent trading ..
Gujarat High Court Civil Judges Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 212 Posts
Gujarat High Court has recruits 212 Civil Judges Posts. Candidates With LLB Can Apply Online from 01-02-2025 to 01-03-2025.
Man sentenced to three years jail for using aluminum foil in Kaju Katli instead of silver foil; he wins case in Gujarat HC due to food inspector's error in collecting samples under Rule 14 of the Prevention of Food Adulteration Rules, 1955. Know how he won case in Gujarat High Court.
Dev Information Technology secures order worth Rs 5.33 cr
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No question of reviewing liquor prohibition law in Bihar: JD(U)
The JD(U) party has rejected any review of Bihar's prohibition law. This law was implemented in April 2016 by former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi had previously raised concerns about its implementation. He suggested adopting the Gujarat model for better enforcement of the ban.
Aap log nai naveli dulhan ho: Faculty members remark triggers scrutiny after junior doctors suicide
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Gujarat Credit Corporation reports consolidated net loss of Rs 0.08 crore in the June 2026 quarter
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Ahmedabad Weather Today, August 11: Check the latest IMD rain alert for Gujarat
Weather today at Ahmedabad: Ahmedabad is likely to see light to moderate rain and thundershowers on August 11, with the IMD warning of isolated lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in parts of northeast Gujarat, including Aravalli, Panchmahal, Dahod, Mahisagar and Chhota Udepur.
Weather Today: India anticipates widespread rainfall and thunderstorms on Tuesday, August 11. Heavy to very heavy rain is forecast across several northern and central regions. The monsoon trough and a low-pressure area are driving the active weather systems. Many states will experience thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds over the coming days. Residents should monitor local updates and exercise caution during intense showers.
Gujarat Police nab 24 externed offenders in city-wide
Gujarat Police nab 24 externed offenders in city-wide Operation Tadipaar Surat: Special Operations Group (SOG) of Gujarats Surat City arrested 24 people who had allegedly violated externment orders and were found staying in the city without valid reasons during a special checking drive conducted across different police station areas, officials said on Monday. The operation, [] The post Gujarat Police nab 24 externed offenders in city-wide Operation Tadipaar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Higher education stands on three pillars: merit, academic excellence, and equal opportunity. In an era where Indias higher education landscape has expanded significantly with private universities now educating a substantial share of the countrys postgraduate and doctoral students it is time to revisit an important policy question that touches the careers of thousands of young academics in Jammu & Kashmir. This is not an abstract or merely academic question. It shapes who gets shortlisted, how experience weightage is calculated, and ultimately, who is deemed fit to teach the next generation of students in government colleges and universities. The answer, this article argues, should rest on the quality and rigour of the institution and the work performed within it not on whether its ownership is public or private. The Changing Landscape Over the past decade, Indias higher education system has undergone a remarkable transformation. Many private universities are recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and in several cases have earned national and international recognition through reputable ranking frameworks such as the QS World University Rankings and the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). These are not marginal or unregulated institutions. They operate under statutory Acts passed by state legislatures, are subject to periodic UGC inspection, and must meet minimum faculty qualification norms, student-teacher ratios, infrastructure benchmarks, and research output expectations identical in substance to those applied to public universities. Many maintain structured academic systems, conduct quality-assured research, follow outcome-based education frameworks, and recruit faculty through rigorous, transparent, and often UGC-compliant selection processes. In short, the regulatory scaffolding that governs private universities today is considerably more robust than it was a generation ago, when the public perception of private education in India was shaped largely by unregulated diploma mills. That perception, however outdated, appears to linger in recruitment practice long after the underlying reality has changed. If the degrees awarded by these universities are accepted as valid qualifications for employment and they routinely are, forming the very basis on which candidates qualify for teaching posts it raises a fundamental and somewhat uncomfortable question: why should the teaching experience acquired within those same institutions be viewed differently? The issue is not merely about employment opportunities for a handful of individuals. It is about maintaining logical consistency in public policy. A regulatory framework cannot coherently hold that a university is credible enough to certify a candidates degree, yet not credible enough to certify the professional experience that candidate accumulated while teaching there. When a degree obtained from a recognized private university is considered valid for recruitment, the teaching experience gained while working at that very institution should also receive due consideration provided, of course, that the institution fulfils the prescribed statutory requirements of recognition and accreditation. Put simply: an institutions legitimacy cannot be selectively applied accepted at the point of qualification and quietly withdrawn at the point of experience evaluation. The Departments Own Faculty Another interesting and somewhat revealing aspect deserves attention. A significant number of teachers currently serving in the Higher Education Department, whether on a permanent or contractual basis, have obtained their postgraduate or doctoral degrees from recognized private universities. This is not incidental; it reflects genuine institutional confidence in the academic standards of these universities, expressed through the departments own recruitment decisions. If academic qualifications earned at these institutions are acceptable indeed, are already embedded throughout the departments existing faculty profile then there is a strong and logically consistent argument that professional teaching experience acquired in the same institutions should also be evaluated on merit, rather than filtered out on the basis of the universitys ownership structure. What Should Actually Define Teaching Experience? Teaching is not defined by whether the employer is public or private; it is defined by classroom effectiveness, research productivity, curriculum development, student mentoring, academic innovation, and institutional contribution. A recruitment framework that genuinely wants to measure merit should assess these substantive markers rather than rely on a proxy as blunt as institutional ownership. Consider what a fair, merit-based evaluation of teaching experience would actually look for: Documented classroom teaching hours and subject-level responsibility, verifiable through institutional records. Research output peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and funded projects produced during the tenure. Contribution to curriculum design, outcome-based education planning, and academic committees. Supervision of student projects, dissertations, or postgraduate research. Participation in academic administration, accreditation exercises, or quality-assurance processes. None of these markers is intrinsically tied to whether the paycheque came from a state treasury or a private trust. A teacher who has spent five years building a strong publication record and mentoring postgraduate students at a NAAC-accredited private university has, by any reasonable standard, gained more substantive teaching experience than one who has spent an equivalent period in a less rigorous environment regardless of ownership. The Cost of the Status Quo Many young scholars begin their academic careers in private universities simply because permanent government vacancies are limited and recruitment cycles are slow and infrequent. During this formative period, they gain valuable classroom experience, publish research, supervise student projects, and participate in academic administration often under performance pressures that are, if anything, more demanding than those in some government institutions. If such experience is later discounted in government recruitment, the consequences extend well beyond individual disappointment. It discourages talented researchers from remaining in the states academic ecosystem, pushes ambitious young faculty toward institutions or states where their experience is valued more consistently, and creates an uneven playing field that has little to do with actual teaching ability. Over time, this can quietly erode the very merit-based culture that public recruitment policy is meant to protect. Addressing the Contractual Employment Concern There is also a broader issue concerning contractual employment that is often raised in this debate. While contractual faculty in government colleges frequently face legitimate concerns regarding remuneration and service conditions, several established private universities offer structured salary packages and service benefits aligned with prevailing UGC norms and institutional policies. The financial and structural precarity sometimes associated with contractual teaching is not a universal feature of private employment it varies by institution, just as it does within the government sector itself. This distinction matters because it undercuts a common assumption underlying current policy: that private-sector teaching experience is inherently less structured or less rigorous than government service. Where an institution meets statutory salary, benefit, and service-condition benchmarks, that assumption simply does not hold. What Equal Recognition Would Look Like None of this calls for lowering standards or extending blanket recognition to every institution regardless of quality. A workable policy would instead recognize teaching experience from private universities that meet clearly defined, verifiable benchmarks UGC recognition, NAAC or equivalent accreditation, and compliance with statutory faculty and infrastructure norms while continuing to exclude experience from institutions that fall short of these standards. This preserves rigour while removing the blanket disqualification that currently penalizes faculty at genuinely well-regulated institutions. Such a framework would also bring J&K HED recruitment policy in line with practices increasingly adopted elsewhere in the country, where accredited private university experience is weighted alongside government experience in faculty selection and promotion criteria. Conclusion The objective here is not to seek preferential treatment for private university faculty, nor to argue that all private institutions are equal to their government counterparts. It is to advocate for equal recognition of equivalent academic work performed in institutions that meet nationally prescribed quality standards. A policy that already trusts private universities to award valid degrees, and already employs their graduates throughout its own ranks, owes those same institutions and the faculty who built their academic reputation a consistent standard when it comes to recognizing teaching experience as well. Merit, after all, should be judged by what a teacher has actually done in the classroom and beyond it not by the letterhead on their appointment order. Dr. Mir Aaliya, Assistant Professor at CGC University, Mohali. Dr. Muneer Nabi, Assistant Professor at Karnavati University, Gujarat.
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Surge in Suspected Chandipura Virus Cases in Gujarat, Death Toll Reaches 25
Gandhinagar, August 11: The state of Gujarat has reported 225 suspected cases of the Chandipura virus since June 30. Of these, 39 cases have been confirmed through laboratory tests, and the death toll among confirmed patients has risen to 25, according to the latest figures released by the health department on Monday. Earlier this month, ... Read more Surge in Suspected Chandipura Virus Cases in Gujarat, Death Toll Reaches 25
Gujarat Launches Initiative for Monitoring Malnourished Children with New Anganwadi Centers
Gandhinagar, August 11: Gujarats Minister of Women and Child Development, Dr. Manisha Vakil, has directed officials to ensure continuous monitoring of malnourished children until they achieve full health. This directive was issued during a state-level workshop focused on the development of 3,300 child-friendly Anganwadi and nutrition camps. The workshop discussed the infrastructure development of Anganwadi ... Read more Gujarat Launches Initiative for Monitoring Malnourished Children with New Anganwadi Centers
Gujarat to Launch 45-Day Digital Crop Survey from August 15
Gandhinagar, August 11: The Gujarat government announced on Monday that a 45-day digital crop survey will commence on August 15. This initiative is part of the central governments AgriStack program and will cover over 9.5 million agricultural plots across 18,197 villages in the state. The survey will be conducted from August 15 to September 30, ... Read more Gujarat to Launch 45-Day Digital Crop Survey from August 15
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Gandhinagar, August 11: A fire erupted in the basement of Block Number 9 at the new Gujarat Secretariat complex in Gandhinagar. While some government records were partially damaged, officials confirmed that administrative operations were not affected. This information was provided by authorities on Monday. Fire brigade teams promptly arrived at the scene after receiving reports ... Read more Fire Breaks Out in Gujarat Secretariat Basement, Digital Records Remain Safe
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White Gold: Indias Cotton Story
66-year-old Vinodbhai Virjibhai Vadodriya, a farmer living in Gujarat's Rajkot, has been producing cotton throughout his life. Often, changing temperatures and plant diseases forced him to bear heavy losses. When he was introduced to the High-Density Planting System, he implemented this system in his field. The outcome surprised him. He produced 15 quintals of cotton per acre, a jump of 30-35 percent over his previous produce using the old method. In the previous agriculture year, instead of the usual 135 cm by 45 cm spacing, Vadodriya packed his plants closer, at 90 cm by 15 cm. Vinodbhai Virjibhai Vadodriya, a cotton grower from Gujarats Rajkot Vinodbhai says he was informed that he should harvest earlier, which meant less damage from the pink bollworm, one of cotton's most stubborn pests. Most of the farmers in the neighbourhood noticed the change in the outcome, and they also decided to follow suit. Bhaskar Tapiram Chaudhary, a cotton farmer from Jalgaon district, Maharashtra Six hundred kilometres away, in Maharashtras Jalgaon, Bhaskar Tapiram Chaudhary was also introduced to the High-Density Planting System, in 2025. Bhaskar, who is in his 50s, remembers how he was initially reluctant to switch to closer spacing, because that was not his usual method. However, he went on, cleaned up his fertilizer use, and managed pests and nutrients carefully. The results also surprised him. His yield rose from 8 quintals an acre to 11 (37.5 % rise), despite a dry spell that would normally have hurt his crop. The improved produce of thousands of farmers indicated how India's cotton policy: small, practical changes in farming technique, backed by government support, is producing significant outcomes. And likely so, India's cotton sector remains in need of reforms. According to official statistics, India has more land under cotton cultivation than anyone else globally. The country, at present, has 114.84 lakh hectares, about 38 percent of the world's cotton area. India is the only country wherein all four known cotton species are cultivated. The industry is so widespread that at least 6 million farmers grow cotton here, and almost 40-50 million people earn a living from processing and trading it. That is why cotton is White Gold for most Indians. Despite its critical importance, India ranks only second in actual production, behind its massive acreage lead. In 2025-2026, output stood at 290.91 lakh bales, while domestic demand ran higher, at 328 lakh bales. The reason behind this gap is that India's fields simply have not been able to produce as much cotton per acre as compared to Brazil and the US. However, the farmers of Rajkot and Jalgaon have shown that this gap can be altered using basic and modern methods. What is the government doing to fix it? In the recent past, the central government has responded with a mix of price support and productivity push. The Minimum Support Price for 2026-27 was raised to INR 8,267 per quintal for medium-staple cotton and INR 8,667 for long-staple (an increase of INR 557 over the previous year). The Cotton Corporation of India expanded its procurement network from 508 centres to 571, now covering 152 districts, and bought 105.09 lakh bales worth INR 41,530 crore this season alone. On the productivity side, a five-year Mission for Cotton Productivity was launched in 2025-26 with INR 5,659 crore allocated for it, aiming to nearly double output from 297 lakh bales to 498 lakh bales by 2031. It will reach 32 lakh farmers across 140 districts. The High-Density and Closer Spacing planting systems, the very techniques that worked for farmer Vinodbhai and Bhaskar, are central to this new change. Field trials have already recorded yield gains of roughly 40 percent under high-density planting and over 32 percent under closer spacing. Technological intervention has also made it easier for farmers. As per records, Kapas Kisan app now has over 41 lakh farmers registered, letting them book procurement slots, get Aadhaar-linked payments, and track updates by SMS turning what used to be long queues into a paperless process. And there's a quieter, longer-term bet: Kasturi Cotton Bharat, a branding and traceability programme using QR codes and blockchain to certify premium Indian cotton for global buyers. Estimates suggest that over 3.29 lakh bales have been certified so far, a small start toward positioning Indian cotton as a mark of quality abroad rather than just a cheap bulk export. The future ahead There is a lot that needs to be taken into consideration before we expect greater outcomes. It's spacing between plants, apps for slot booking, QR codes on bales. India's cotton sector doesn't need a revolution it needs to replicate what farmers in Rajkot and Jalgaon have done, and the process needs to be replicated across millions of acres. To summarise, if the Mission for Cotton Productivity delivers even a fraction of its 2031 target, India won't just grow the most cotton land in the world. It will finally grow enough cotton to match it. (Courtesy: PIB Srinagar)
