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Centre to run special train between Jammu-Haridwar on Somvati Amavasya on June 14-15
Representative image New Delhi , June 9 : The Centre has accepted the demand to run a special train between Jammu and Haridwar on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya on June 14 and 15, Union MoS Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, said on Tuesday. Prem Nath Dogra, Jammu and Kashmir State Executive Member and In-Charge, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, had requested the operation of a special train for devotees to travel to Haridwar in Uttarakhand on the occasion of Amavasya. The Union Minister expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.Good News for Kathua, Hiranagar, Jammu. Thanks, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, for accepting the demand to run a special train between Jammu and Haridwar on the occasion of Amavasya. In the last 12 years under PM Narendra Modi, there has not been a single demand from the region that has gone unconceded, Jitendra Singh wrote on X. Earlier this month, MoS Singh had written to Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, putting forward Prem Nath Dogras request. I am enclosing herewith a request submitted by Shri Prem Nath Dogra, State Executive Member and In-Charge, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, regarding the operation of a special train from Jammu to Haridwar on June 14, 2026 and its return journey from Haridwar to Jammu on June 15, 2026.The request is intended to facilitate travel for local pilgrims desirous of observing Somvat Amavasya at Haridwar. I would, therefore, request your goodself to appropriately look into it, the letter read. Indian Railways often runs special trains on the occasions of festivals and for devotees travelling to pilgrimage sites. On Monday, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off a special train from Kurukshetra to Somnath in Gujarat, carrying more than 1,100 devotees, noting that pilgrimages serve as a powerful medium for strengthening social harmony and preserving cultural traditions. (ANI)
Prasidh Krishna Replaces Siraj In T20I Squads For Ireland, England Tour
BCCI Medical Team: Fast bowler Mohammed Siraj has been withdrawn from India's squads for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, with the selection committee naming Prasidh Krishna as his replacement. BCCI said Siraj has been advised a period of rest following discussions between the medical team and the management. The board said the decision was taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the right-arm pacer gets adequate recovery time ahead of a long international season. Following discussions between the BCCI Medical Team and the Team Management, Siraj has been advised a period of rest as part of his workload management programme. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure adequate recovery ahead of a long international season, the BCCI said in its statement. Prasidh was in fine form in the recently concluded Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The Gujarat Titans fast bowler took 16 wickets in 12 matches at an economy rate of 10.44. He has played five T20Is so far, with eight wickets at an economy rate of 11. His last game for India in the format came in November 2023, against Australia in Guwahati. Prasidh is also part of India's squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan beginning June 13 Shreyas Iyer, who was appointed the new captain in place of Suryakumar Yadav, will lead the side, with Tilak Varma serving as vice-captain. The squad also includes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who can become the youngest player to play international cricket for India. Prasidh is also part of India's squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan beginning June 13 Also Read: Live Cricket Score Indias updated squad for the Ireland and England T20I series: Shreyas Iyer (captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Ishan Kishan (wicketkeeper), Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma (vice-captain), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Prince Yadav, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Prasidh Krishna. Article Source: IANS
'This Place Is Home': Kohli Pens Heartfelt Note After RCB's Title Defence
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting star Virat Kohli shared an emotional message on social media as he reflected on the franchises successful Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, which ended with a second successive title. RCB retained the IPL trophy after defeating the Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on May 31. With the victory, Bengaluru became only the third franchise in IPL history to successfully defend the championship. Posting a video on X, Kohli spoke about the teams journey throughout the season and the strong bond that helped them overcome challenges on their way to the title. Started the season with belief. Ended with back-to-back titles. This team lived every emotion together. The highs, the pressure, the hurdles, and the unwavering support. It feels extra special because this place is HOME! Kohli wrote. Posting a video on X, Kohli spoke about the teams journey throughout the season and the strong bond that helped them overcome challenges on their way to the title. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Kohli and RCB completed 19 years in the tournament and the former was once again substantially impressive. Kohli smashed 675 runs in the 2026 season at a sensational strike rate of 165.54. The former skipper smashed five fifties and hammered home a century. He saved his best performance for the last as his unbeaten 75 propelled RCB across the finish line. Article Source: IANS
I Was Practising With The Red Ball During IPL': Suthar Reveals How He Prepared For Test Debut
Indian Premier League: Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar opened up about the emotions of receiving his debut cap and revealed that when his name came up for one-off Test he started practising with the red ball during the IPL. India added Suthar to the XI for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Mullanpur. Suthar, who played for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 under Indias red-ball skipper Shubman Gills leadership, earned his first cap from senior spinner Kuldeep, becoming India's first specialist spin-bowling Test debutant since Axar Patel made his debut in 2021. Gautam sir and the skipper informed me that I would be making my debut. It was a very proud moment because, ever since I started playing, it had been my dream, my father's dream, and everyone's dream for me to play Test cricket for India. From the very first day I started playing and as I progressed through the ranks, red-ball cricket meant everything to me. It is the pinnacle of the sport. So, whether I was playing U-19 cricket or the Ranji Trophy, the goal was always to play Test cricket for India. Kuldeep bhai's speech while presenting me with the cap was very motivating. Everyone encouraged and motivated me a lot, so it felt really special, Suthar said on JioStar. On his very first international outing for India, Suthar carved a piece of history as India notched their biggest-ever win (by margin of runs in Test history. He claimed 6-33 in Afghanistans first innings to become only the fifth Indian to pick up a fifer on debut. When my name came up in the team, I was practising with the red ball during the IPL as well, thinking about how I would approach things if given the opportunity. After coming here, I had three or four long practice sessions. With bowling, it's not really about how many hours you put in. If you enjoy bowling, you can bowl 20-25 overs without even realising it. So, the key is to keep bowling as much as you can, revealed. While revealing his bowling plans on the New Chandigarh surface, the 23-year-old spinner said his debut wicket will always remain his favourit. When they were bowling, a few deliveries were turning. When I was batting, the odd ball was holding up. So, I felt there might be some assistance for the spinners on that track. As soon as I bowled my first over, the ball was turning, so I tried to bowl my stock ball as much as possible on that wicket. When my name came up in the team, I was practising with the red ball during the IPL as well, thinking about how I would approach things if given the opportunity. After coming here, I had three or four long practice sessions. With bowling, it's not really about how many hours you put in. If you enjoy bowling, you can bowl 20-25 overs without even realising it. So, the key is to keep bowling as much as you can, revealed. Also Read: Live Cricket Score I didn't want to get carried away, but my focus was on consistently putting the ball in the right area. Since the beginning, I have focused on spot-bowling, and whatever consistency I have today is because of that. My favourite wicket was obviously the first one, my debut wicket. It will always remain my favourite. There was a good battle going on, so my focus was simply to keep bowling consistently in the same area,' he said. Article Source: IANS
'This place is home': Virat Kohli reflects on RCB's back-to-back IPL triumphs in emotional post
Cricket giant Virat Kohli took to X to share his triumph after the Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second IPL title in a row, besting the Gujarat Titans in an intense final match. He expressed gratitude for the team's incredible journey and the unforgettable experience of lifting the trophy at their home ground.
'This place is HOME!': Virat Kohli's latest 'extra special' RCB post goes viral
Virat Kohli celebrated RCBs back-to-back IPL titles with an emotional post calling the franchise HOME, a message that quickly went viral. The star batter played a key role in the 2026 final, scoring an unbeaten 75 as RCB beat Gujarat Titans. Kohli praised the teams belief and maturity, while also highlighting how younger players continue to push him to improve.
Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer is actively seeking to win a major Indian military transport aircraft tender. Their C-390 Millennium is the contender. Embraer is partnering with Indian companies for local manufacturing and maintenance. This collaboration aims to boost India's aerospace capabilities and align with national initiatives. The project includes plans for a regional jet assembly line in Gujarat.
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India shines at maiden World Yogasana Cship Umar Raina Ahmedabad, Jun 8: The inaugural World Yogasana Championship 2026 concluded on a historic note at EKA Arena in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with hosts India delivering a dominant performance by securing an unprecedented 114 medals, including a remarkable 102 gold medals, underlining the countrys supremacy in the emerging global sport of Yogasana. The five-day championship brought together 522 athletes from 79 countries, making it one of the largest international Yogasana events ever organized. Participants from Bahrain, Uzbekistan, Kenya, Oman, Nepal, Japan, Argentina, Armenia and several other nations showcased exceptional flexibility, strength, balance and artistic excellence while competing across multiple categories. International athletes and delegates hailed the championship as a landmark event that successfully transformed the ancient Indian practice of yoga into a globally competitive sporting discipline. A female athlete from the Netherlands participating in the championship described the event as a remarkable platform that united athletes from diverse cultures and backgrounds. She said the championship provided a unique opportunity to learn from participants worldwide while celebrating yogas universal values of harmony and well-being. On the sidelines of the event, physiotherapist Dr. Jaspreet Kaur emphasized yogas growing importance in modern lifestyles. She said yoga enhances flexibility, strengthens the body and contributes significantly to overall physical and mental wellness. Participants are first strengthened through proper conditioning, and yoga plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It is essential for long-term fitness and well-being, she said. Ab Rouf Dar, Sports Teacher at J&K Police Public School Srinagar, who served as an official during the championship, termed the event a proud moment for India. It is a matter of great pride that India is hosting such a prestigious international championship. With athletes from more than 75 countries participating, the event reflects Indias leadership in promoting Yogasana on the global stage, Dar said. Spectators attending the championship echoed similar sentiments. A group of young girls watching the competitions described yoga as Indias ancient heritage and said global events like the World Yogasana Championship represent a major milestone for the country. We are happy and proud to witness such a prestigious championship being organized in India, they said. Several participants and officials credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for popularizing yoga internationally and helping bring Yogasana into the sporting arena. They noted that government support, combined with institutional backing from the Sports Authority of India, has significantly accelerated the growth of Yogasana as a competitive sport. Throughout the championship, athletes captivated audiences with extraordinary performances demonstrating strength, flexibility, balance and grace. The event witnessed intense competition across categories including Artistic Pair, Rhythmic Pair, Hand Balance, Leg Balance, Back Bend, Twisting Body and Supine disciplines. Indias overwhelming success was reflected in the medal standings, where the hosts finished atop with 114 medals, including 102 gold. Japan secured second place with three gold, three silver and five bronze medals, while Argentina finished third, thanks largely to the outstanding performance of Nabila Barraza, who won two gold and three silver medals to emerge as the most successful individual athlete of the championship. Nepal finished as the second-most successful contingent in terms of total medals, winning 52 medals, including one gold, 36 silver and 15 bronze. Uzbekistan also impressed with 25 medals, including one gold, 13 silver and 11 bronze. A total of 31 countries managed to secure at least one medal, while 10 nations won gold medals, highlighting the rapidly growing global reach of Yogasana. The championship, held in Ahmedabad the designated host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games was supported by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Ministry of AYUSH, Sports Authority of India, Sports Authority of Gujarat, Gujarat Tourism and the Gujarat Yogasana Sports Association. Organizers described the event as a significant step towards establishing Yogasana as a recognized international sporting discipline and advancing its long-term aspiration for Olympic recognition. In a special video message, Yogrishi Swami Ramdev Ji Maharaj, President of World Yogasana, called the championship the beginning of a global movement. World Yogasana Championship is not the destination; it is the beginning of a global movement. Yoga is not merely a sport but a way of life, a path to health, harmony, peace and human unity. Every athlete here is not just a champion but an ambassador of yoga to the world, he said. He expressed confidence that the journey initiated in Ahmedabad would eventually lead Yogasana to the Olympic stage and inspire future generations across the world. The championship also emerged as a vibrant cultural exchange platform. Athletes from different continents interacted, shared experiences and explored Indias rich yogic heritage. Among them was Armenias Sona Soghayan, who began practicing yoga during her second pregnancy three years ago. She said her first visit to India had been unforgettable and that she would encourage more people in her country to adopt yoga as a means of improving health and well-being.
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Which is the only country in the world that naturally has both lions and tigers in the wild?
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Gujarats Vision of Development and Heritage Realized with Five New Museums
Gandhinagar, June 8: Over the past two years, Gujarat has welcomed more than 1.6 million visitors to its various museums. Dr. Pankaj Sharma, Director of the Archaeology and Museum Directorate under the states Youth Services and Cultural Activities Department, shared this information. He emphasized that with the integration of digital technology, museums have transformed from ... Read more Gujarats Vision of Development and Heritage Realized with Five New Museums
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Gujarats New DGP GS Malik Takes Charge, Focuses on Cyber Crime and Drug Control
Gandhinagar, June 8: Gujarats new Director General of Police, Gyanendra Singh Malik, officially took charge on Monday. His priorities include technology-driven policing, enhancing CCTV surveillance, strict action against drug trafficking, preventing cyber crimes, and swiftly addressing public complaints. GS Malik, a 1993 batch IPS officer, previously served as the Police Commissioner of Ahmedabad. He assumed ... Read more Gujarats New DGP GS Malik Takes Charge, Focuses on Cyber Crime and Drug Control
The Supreme Court has ruled that landlords are not responsible for environmental breaches by their tenants' chemical units. This decision upholds a National Green Tribunal order. The Gujarat Pollution Control Board had sought to hold a landlord liable for a tenant's unit. The court's ruling provides clarity on landlord responsibilities in such cases.
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Umar Raina Ahmedabad, Jun 7: Emphasising the distinction between traditional yoga and competitive yogasana, Dr. Jaydeep Arya, General Secretary of World Yogasana and Yogasana Bharat, said that Yogasana is rapidly emerging as a global competitive sport and is on a path towards inclusion in major international sporting events, including the Commonwealth Games, Asian Games and eventually the Olympics. Addressing a press conference on the sidelines of the 1st World Yogasana Championship in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Dr. Arya said that while yoga is a spiritual journey aimed at self-realisation and wellness, yogasana focuses on fitness, endurance, flexibility and athletic excellence. Yoga is a journey to meet the inner self and attain spiritual growth, whereas Yogasana is a competitive sport. Fitness, endurance and flexibility form the foundation of Yogasana. Without these attributes, an athlete cannot excel in the discipline, he said. Dr. Arya noted that the inaugural World Yogasana Championship has helped establish a clear distinction between yoga as a holistic practice and yogasana as a sporting discipline. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision for promoting yogasana on the global stage and transforming it into a competitive sport. He expressed confidence that Yogasana would soon become part of international multi-sport events. We have already secured a place in the Commonwealth Games movement and are actively pursuing our Olympic journey. This is a major achievement for India as an indigenous discipline moves towards international sporting recognition, he said. Highlighting the challenges faced in organising the championship, Dr. Arya said geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, airport closures, rising airfares and health concerns in certain African nations created significant hurdles. Despite these challenges, nearly 500 participants from various countries attended the championship. Even with travel costs increasing two to three times due to regional conflicts and disruptions, athletes remained committed to Yogasana and travelled to Ahmedabad. Their dedication has made this championship a success, he said. Dr. Arya also acknowledged the presence and support of Yoga Baba Ramdev, saying his participation sent a strong message that yogic traditions support the transition of yoga practices from ashrams to sporting arenas. Addressing concerns that yoga is traditionally viewed as an activity for older generations, Dr. Arya said the perception is changing rapidly. He pointed out that the National Education Policy (NEP) is encouraging the integration of yoga and yogasana into educational institutions. As Chairman of the Haryana Yoga Commission, he revealed that Haryana has already incorporated yoga and yogasana into its education curriculum, making it one of the first states in the country to do so. He further stated that CBSE and ICSE boards have introduced yoga and yogasana as elective and skill-based subjects, while several other educational boards are joining the movement. We are creating an educational ecosystem where yoga and yogasana become part of students development and skill-building process, he said. Speaking about global expansion, Dr. Arya said Yogasana Bharat and World Yogasana are currently active in more than 700 districts across India and are training participants in over 100 countries through online platforms and distance learning methods. COVID-19 taught us the power of digital education. Through online training platforms and virtual coaching, we have been able to reach athletes across the world. Today, more than 100 countries are receiving training in yogasana, he said. He revealed that World Yogasana plans to expand its outreach to over 50 additional countries in the coming months through collaborations with educational institutions and governments. Mauritius has already incorporated yogasana into its curriculum and is set to host the next World Yogasana Championship in 2028. To strengthen international participation, World Yogasana is deploying coaches worldwide, training athletes, coaches, technical officials and administrators in all aspects of the sport, including judging systems, digital scoring and event management. Dr. Arya stressed that yogasana is not only a sport in itself but also a valuable tool for enhancing performance in other sports. Referring to Olympic medallists and elite athletes, he said yoga and pranayama help improve concentration, mental stability and overall sporting excellence. He highlighted that several countries, including Bangladesh and Nepal, have already officially recognised yogasana as a sport, while India remains a key driver of its international growth. According to Dr. Arya, India currently has more than 10 lakh yogasana athletes, supported by over 2,000 trained coaches and thousands of yoga academies and studios across the country. Major institutions, including NIS Patiala, Patanjali University and sports universities, are producing trained yogasana professionals every year. Looking ahead, he envisioned a future where yogasana would rival the popularity of mainstream sports. The enthusiasm among young athletes is growing rapidly. Yogasana is becoming a platform for fitness, discipline and professional opportunities. The athletes of today will become coaches, mentors and global ambassadors of yogasana tomorrow, he said. Dr. Arya reiterated the philosophy guiding the global yogasana movement: We are not competing against other countries. We are working together to make the world healthier and better. Our guiding principle remains Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam the world is one family.
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Data residency tells you where information is stored. Operational control tells you who can disable, audit, patch, or throttle the system that processes it FUTURECRAFT | TECHNOLOGY & MARKETS ARSSH KUMAR On 15 May 2026, at a ceremony witnessed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Indias Foreign Secretary and the CEO of Abu Dhabis G42 formalised the commercial terms for Condor Galaxy India. The system will deliver eight exaflops of AI compute, making it one of the most powerful AI clusters on Indian soil. The government described it as a milestone in sovereign AI. That word deserves some examination. Indias sovereign AI agenda has real substance behind it. The IndiaAI Mission has allocated over Rs 10,372 crore to build domestic compute capacity. Sarvam AI and BharatGen have launched foundation models trained on Indian data. The Bhashini platform migrated to indigenous infrastructure in February 2026. These are not trivial achievements. But the infrastructure being celebrated as sovereign at the Abu Dhabi signing ceremony is installed, operated, and maintained by a firm chaired by the UAEs national security adviser and backed by Abu Dhabis state sovereign wealth fund, Mubadala. The data will sit within Indian borders. The company running the hardware will not. What sovereignty actually requires The governments standard claim is that data residency equals sovereignty. As long as data does not cross the border, the argument goes, the infrastructure qualifies as national. This framing collapses an important distinction. Data residency tells you where information is stored. Operational control tells you who can disable, audit, patch, or throttle the system that processes it. G42 is not an independent commercial firm. Its chairman, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is the UAEs national security adviser and a brother of the president. Mubadala, Abu Dhabis sovereign wealth fund, holds a stake in the company. Under the framework formalised on 15 May, a G42 unit will handle installation, operations, and maintenance of the supercomputer. This means the operational control layer of Indias most powerful AI cluster reports, ultimately, to a foreign state apparatus. A legal concept worth noting here is what scholars of AI governance call remote disablement: a foreign vendor, under compulsion from its home government or pursuant to contractual terms, can restrict or disable hardware deployed on Indian territory. A system whose inferential capacity runs on infrastructure subject to foreign jurisdiction is not sovereign in any meaningful operational sense. It is leased. The hardware layer underneath The G42 issue is the most visible part of a deeper structural problem. Indias broader AI infrastructure is built almost entirely on foreign silicon. The IndiaAI Mission has onboarded 38,000 Nvidia GPUs, available at Rs 65 per GPU-hour. Yottas Shakti Cloud, billed as sovereign AI cloud infrastructure, is adding 20,736 Nvidia Blackwell Ultra GPUs at its Greater Noida campus. Reliances one-gigawatt AI data centre in Gujarat is being built on Blackwell architecture. L&T is constructing gigawatt-scale AI factory infrastructure in Chennai and Mumbai, also on Nvidia systems. Every one of these chips is subject to US export licensing. Under the Biden administrations AI Diffusion framework, India was placed in Tier 2 with a cumulative cap equivalent to roughly 50,000 H100-class GPUs through 2027. For context: a single American hyperscaler deploys more than that for a single project. Indias entire two-year allocation is a rounding error in the US domestic AI buildout. The Trump administration rolled back the formal diffusion rules in 2025, but the underlying architecture of export control authority remains intact. Washington can reinstate access restrictions. The hardware layer is a foreign chokepoint dressed in Indian branding. The G42 trust problem G42s recent history complicates the picture further. In January 2024, the US House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party wrote to the Commerce Secretary calling for an investigation into G42s ties to Huawei, BGI Genomics, and entities linked to the PRCs military-civil fusion programme. The committee noted that G42s CEO, Peng Xiao, was affiliated with an expansive network of UAE and China-based companies developing dual-use technologies. G42 subsequently divested its Chinese holdings and accepted US-imposed constraints as a condition of Microsofts $1.5 billion investment. India is now deploying the same firm as the operator of its national AI supercomputer. That G42 cleaned up its China entanglements to access American capital is not the same as saying those entanglements are irrelevant to Indias strategic calculus. The company that holds the maintenance contract on Condor Galaxy India is the same company that, two years ago, was under active US Congressional pressure over its ties to Chinese military-linked entities. Indias security establishment is presumably aware of this. Whether it has been adequately weighed against the compute access on offer is another question. The steelman: why India may have no choice The counter-argument is serious and should not be dismissed. Indias domestic chip manufacturing capacity does not exist yet. Tatas Dholera fab, the countrys first semiconductor fabrication facility, received its Special Economic Zone notification in April 2026 and is targeting trial production at 28 nanometre nodes by late 2026. The frontier AI chips that matter for model training operate at three to four nanometres. The gap between where Indian silicon manufacturing starts and where it needs to be for AI sovereignty is not a few years; it is a decade or more of sustained investment and industrial development. CFR has argued that for countries like India, the more urgent risk is not dependency per se but being locked out of AIs benefits entirely while the technology compounds elsewhere. On that framing, the G42 deal and the Nvidia infrastructure buildout are the pragmatic path: take the compute now, build domestic capability in parallel, and accept the dependency as a transitional cost. That argument holds for civilian AI applications. It is harder to sustain when the infrastructure in question is being positioned as the foundation of Indias national AI security posture, with the government using sovereignty language at the signing ceremony. The word sovereignty implies a degree of control that
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Mumbai, June 7: The Union Territory of Daman, adjacent to South Gujarat, has emerged as a top destination for tourists. During the summer holidays, a significant influx of visitors is being witnessed, with crowds continuing to swell in the final days of the break. Amidst the intense heat across the state, people are flocking to ... Read more Daman Becomes a Tourist Hotspot After PM Modis Visit, Embraced as Mini Goa
Narayan Seva Sansthan Fulfils Dreams of 21 Differently-Abled Couples at 46th Mass Wedding Ceremony
New Delhi, June 7, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): Narayan Seva Sansthans 46th free mass wedding ceremony brought a new beginning to the lives of 21 differently-abled and economically weaker couples, helping them start their married lives with dignity, hope and social acceptance. Held in New Delhi, the ceremony witnessed couples from Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Bihar, Gujarat and ... Read more Narayan Seva Sansthan Fulfils Dreams of 21 Differently-Abled Couples at 46th Mass Wedding Ceremony
My Sister Told Me, 'It's Official': Manav Suthar Reveals How He Learned About His Test Selection
Indian Premier League: Promising left-arm spin-bowling all-rounder Manav Suthar recalled the emotional moment of his India call-up, revealing that his sister told him that his name had come up for the Indian team for the one-off Test against Afghanistan. India added Suthar to the XI for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Mullanpur. Before the game began on Saturday, Suthar, who played for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 under Indias red-ball skipper Shubman Gills leadership, earned his first cap from senior spinner Kuldeep, becoming India's first specialist spin-bowling Test debutant since Axar Patel made his debut in 2021. I was in my room when my sister called me. Maybe she was watching the squad announcement event. She told me that my name had come up in the Indian team. I asked her if it was official. She said yes, it's official. She was the first one to call me. Everyone was emotional when I got the call. Dad, mom, everyone called me. They couldn't believe it. I can't describe it in words. It's the biggest feeling. You work hard for years, and then you finally get selected for India. It's the best feeling. The best feeling of my life, Suthar told JioStar. The 23-year-old allrounder opened about how his love for cricket first developed as a child. Cricket has always been a big part of my family. My father loves the game, and everyone at home watches matches regularly. As a young boy, I used to sit with them and watch. That is where my love for cricket first started. I began playing in the streets with my friends. Those street games taught me the basics, how to hold the bat and how to bowl. When I was 10 or 11, I joined a proper cricket academy. I started training under coach Dheeraj sir and Vinod sir. They taught me the right techniques and helped me improve my game. My first big breakthrough came when I played for Rajasthan in the Under-14 category. That experience gave me a lot of motivation. I realized that I could make a career out of this sport. From there, my journey as a cricketer truly began. On the obstacles he overcame to make it to the top level, Suthar said, In a country like India, with such a huge population, succeeding in cricket is never easy. You never know what the future holds. There are so many talented players competing for the same few spots. I faced a lot of challenges along the way. Many people told me to focus on my studies. They said cricket had no scope and that I was wasting my time. But I didn't listen. I didn't give up. I kept working hard, session after session, season after season, he said. Hailing from Rajasthan and having sharpened his skills through the state's domestic circuit, Suthar has built an impressive first-class record. In 29 first-class matches, he has claimed 129 wickets, establishing himself as one of the country's most promising young spinners. He has also featured in 25 List-A matches and 29 T20 games. I had a great domestic season. I performed well for India A too. My name was being discussed, and I knew the call could come anytime. It was a waiting game, but I stayed patient. I made my IPL debut in 2024 with Gujarat Titans. I played only one game that season. I didn't get a chance to play in 2025, but I played four games in 2026, and it felt good to be back on the field. Now, all the hard work in domestic cricket and for India A has paid off. I am in the playing XI for the Afghanistan Test, making my international debut. It is a dream come true. All the sacrifices have finally paid off. I feel proud, grateful, and ready to give my best for the country, he added. I had a great domestic season. I performed well for India A too. My name was being discussed, and I knew the call could come anytime. It was a waiting game, but I stayed patient. I made my IPL debut in 2024 with Gujarat Titans. I played only one game that season. I didn't get a chance to play in 2025, but I played four games in 2026, and it felt good to be back on the field. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Yuvraj Singh is my favourite cricketer. I also really admire R Ashwin. The way they bowled, the variety they had in their bowling, and how they adapted to Test cricket, ODIs, and T20s, that inspires me a lot. They are my role models, Suthar said. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat ATS Stops Pakistan-Origin Vessel at Mundra Port, Launches Intensive Inspection
Gujarat ATS has detained a vessel arriving from Pakistan at Mundra Port and launched a detailed inspection based on intelligence inputs. The operation comes days after a Rs 1,180 crore cocaine seizure.
8 Asiatic Lion Cubs At Gir Died Due To Heat, Not Infection: Gujarat Minister
Forest Minister Arjun Modhwadia said that 12 of the 17 lions that had fallen ill and were quarantined as a precautionary measure have been released into the wild after recovering.
Quack who treated patients for 20 years arrested
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Mahisagar bridge upgradedon Ahmedabad-Vadodara rail route
Five killed, two injured as car rams truck in Gujarats Morbi
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New DGP Appointed for Gujarat: Gyanendra Singh Malik Takes Charge
Ahemdabad, June 6: The Gujarat Government has appointed Gyanendra Singh Malik, the Police Commissioner of Ahmedabad, as the new Director General and Inspector General of Police (DGP) for the state. This decision fills the highest vacant position in the police department with immediate effect. According to a notification issued by the Home Department, IPS officer ... Read more New DGP Appointed for Gujarat: Gyanendra Singh Malik Takes Charge
Gujarat Appoints New DGP: Gyanendra Singh Malik Takes Charge of Police Force
Gandhinagar, June 6: The Gujarat government has appointed Gyanendra Singh Malik, the Police Commissioner of Ahmedabad, as the new Director General and Inspector General of Police (DGP) for the state. This decision fills the highest vacant position in the police department with immediate effect. A notification from the Home Department stated, IPS officer Gyanendra Singh ... Read more Gujarat Appoints New DGP: Gyanendra Singh Malik Takes Charge of Police Force
Who Is Manav Suthar? The Story Of Rajasthan Spinner Making Test Debut For India Against Afghanistan
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket: Rajasthan spin-bowling all-rounder Manav Suthar's steady rise through the domestic ranks reached a defining milestone on Saturday when he made his Test debut for India in the one-off match against Afghanistan at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium. The 23-year-old left-arm spinner was named in India's playing XI ahead of fellow spin-bowling all-rounder Harsh Dubey, ending speculation over who would get the nod as the team management looked to assess options ahead of the upcoming two-Test tour of Sri Lanka. Suthar received Test cap No. 319 from senior spinner Kuldeep Yadav, becoming India's first specialist spin-bowling Test debutant since Axar Patel made his debut in 2021. Hailing from Rajasthan and having sharpened his skills through the state's domestic circuit, Suthar has built an impressive first-class record. In 29 first-class matches, he has claimed 129 wickets, establishing himself as one of the country's most promising young spinners. He has also featured in 25 List-A matches and 29 T20 games. Earlier this year, Suthar was part of the Gujarat Titans setup in IPL 2026 under the leadership of India's Test captain Shubman Gill, further enhancing his exposure to top-level cricket. His talent had also come into the spotlight during India's preparations for the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he reportedly impressed senior stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli while working as a net bowler. An admirer of Ravichandran Ashwin, Suthar's ability to generate a sharp turn and extract bite from the surface has earned praise from several cricketing experts. Ashwin himself had highlighted the youngster's ability to impart significant revolutions on the ball, identifying him as a spinner with immense potential. Moments after receiving his maiden Test cap, an emotional Suthar admitted that fulfilling his childhood dream was difficult to put into words. I can't even express these emotions in words. To be honest, it's the best feeling of my life so far. A Test cap is a dream for every cricketer. It gave me a lot of motivation, and receiving this cap from a legend like Kuldeep bhai, who has served Team India for so long, makes me very grateful, Suthar said in a video shared by the BCCI. Presenting the cap, Kuldeep welcomed the youngster into the Indian dressing room and urged him to trust his strengths on the biggest stage. Cap number 319, Manav Suthar. Firstly, congratulations on making your Test debut for India. It's my privilege to present you with this cap. This is a very special moment in your cricket journey, and we wish you all the very best. We hope you have a long and successful Test career. Presenting the cap, Kuldeep welcomed the youngster into the Indian dressing room and urged him to trust his strengths on the biggest stage. Also Read: Live Cricket Score With India beginning a transition phase in their spin department and preparing for challenging conditions in Sri Lanka later this year, Suthar now has an opportunity to convert years of domestic consistency into a long-term international career. Article Source: IANS
X-ray of the soil helps Gujarat farmers cut fertiliser use, boost yields
Officials say the Soil Health Card programme, under which more than 2.23 crore cards have been issued to farmers over the past two decades, is aimed at promoting balanced fertiliser use and improving soil fertility; farmers receive recommendations based on laboratory analysis of soil samples collected from their fields
Indian Premier League: Indias newest red-ball debutant, Manav Suthar, expressed that words cannot fully capture how he felt on receiving his first Test cap. He described the moment as the best feeling he has experienced so far while also stating that he was motivated while getting the cap from a legend like Kuldeep Yadav. India added Suthar to the XI for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Mullanpur. Before the game began on Saturday, all eyes were on India's playing XI, with fans curious as to who among Suthar and Harsh Dubey would be selected. Suthar, who played for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 under Indias red-ball skipper Shubman Gills leadership, earned his first cap from senior spinner Kuldeep. I can't even express these emotions in words. To be honest, it's the best feeling of my life so far. A Test cap is a dream for every cricketer. So it gave me a lot of motivation, and receiving this cap from a legend like Kuldeep (Yadav) bhai, who has served Team India for so long, makes me so grateful that I received this cap, Suthar said in a video shared by BCCI. India added Suthar to the XI for the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Mullanpur. Before the game began on Saturday, all eyes were on India's playing XI, with fans curious as to who among Suthar and Harsh Dubey would be selected. Suthar, who played for the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 under Indias red-ball skipper Shubman Gills leadership, earned his first cap from senior spinner Kuldeep. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India won the toss and elected to bat, with the top order showing brilliant resilience throughout the first two sessions of the game. India crossed the 200-run mark riding on KL Rahul and Sai Sudharsans half-centuries, and the former went on to convert his score into a ton in the last session of Day 1. Article Source: IANS
PM Modi Celebrates Vibrant Surat, Reaffirms Commitment to Self-Reliant India
New Delhi, June 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently shared highlights from his visit to Gujarat, praising the city of Surat. He emphasized the collective commitment to strengthen India and achieve self-reliance. On Saturday, the day after his Gujarat trip, PM Modi posted a video on the social media platform X. He expressed, It was ... Read more PM Modi Celebrates Vibrant Surat, Reaffirms Commitment to Self-Reliant India
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation is recruiting 4,599 Drivers. Aspiring candidates must apply online via the OJAS portal, meeting specific driving license and experience criteria. The selection involves a written test and a driving test. Application fees vary based on category. Ensure to check the official notification for complete details.
The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation is recruiting 4,318 Conductors. Interested candidates can apply online through the OJAS portal. Eligibility requires Class 12 pass, basic computer knowledge, and a valid Conductor Licence. A written exam will be conducted for selection. Application fees vary for different categories. Candidates must ensure all details match their documents.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape: South African great Jacques Kallis threw his support behind fellow Proteas all-rounder Marco Jansen, insisting the 26-year-olds best years are still ahead of him despite a relatively quiet IPL 2026 campaign. Jansen, who played for Punjab Kings in the recent season, took nine wickets in 13 matches and had an economy rate of 10.20. Though those numbers did not meet expectations, Kallis believes competing in different leagues and conditions is shaping the left-arm pace-bowling all-rounder into a more complete cricketer. In an interview with SA20, Kallis remarked, I think he still has a lot ahead of him that he can achieve if he really puts his mind to it. He is learning his game. It takes time to understand your style while playing in various leagues, in diverse conditions, in front of large crowds, and under pressure. You learn from every experience, and I think hes just getting better and better and learning from those experiences. I think he still has a lot ahead of him that he can achieve if he really puts his mind to it. Kallis confidence in Jansen comes from the all-rounders ongoing success in the SA20. He has become a key player for the Sunrisers Eastern Cape. Regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history, Kallis scored over 25,000 international runs and took nearly 600 wickets during his remarkable career. Jansen again played an important role in helping the Men in Orange secure their third title in four seasons. He ended the tournament with 13 wickets and delivered a crucial spell of 3 for 10 in the final. This performance helped contain the Pretoria Capitals, despite a stunning century from Dewald Brevis. Kallis also noted the positive impact of the SA20 on South African cricket. He pointed out the rise of several young talents who have used the tournament as a stepping stone to opportunities worldwide. Among those benefiting are Connor Esterhuizen, Dian Forrester, and the Hermann brothers. Forrester made an impression with the Joburg Super Kings, leading to a spot with Rawalpindi in the Pakistan Super League, where he struck at 171.42 and averaged 44. His performance earned him a replacement contract with Chennai Super Kings. Esterhuizen, meanwhile, followed up a half-century in his debut international series for South Africa by securing a replacement player deal with IPL 2026 runners-up Gujarat Titans. Kallis believes these success stories highlight the growing impact of the SA20 in developing the next generation of South African cricketers. Esterhuizen, meanwhile, followed up a half-century in his debut international series for South Africa by securing a replacement player deal with IPL 2026 runners-up Gujarat Titans. Also Read: Live Cricket Score A lot of the youngsters are pushing now - not only for the national side but in all the leagues around the world. So, its been a huge catalyst for those young guys, and they must just keep pushing because theyll definitely get opportunities. Article Source: IANS
How Gujarat is writing Indias copper self-reliance story
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CM Bhupendra Patel Calls for Expansion of Natural Farming to Strengthen Aatmanirbharta - CMO Gujarat
CM Bhupendra Patel Calls for Expansion of Natural Farming to Strengthen Aatmanirbharta CMO Gujarat
PM Modi visits L&Ts Hazira facility in Gujarats Surat, reviews its projects
HAZIRA (Surat), Jun 5 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Larsen & Toubros Hazira facility in Gujarats Surat on Friday, where he reviewed the ongoing industrial operations and infrastructure projects. PM Modi visited the AM Naik Heavy Engineering Complex, L&Ts state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, and was shown around the facility by the company officials. He was briefed on the Zorawar tanks and other defence equipment manufactured at the facility. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and L&T Defence have developed [] The post PM Modi visits L&Ts Hazira facility in Gujarats Surat, reviews its projects appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Godhra residents reel under prolonged power cuts after substation fire
Anands new spin on green mobility
Amul-Inspired Solar Cycle Co-Ops Target Last-Mile Gap
GCAS: Single window, multiple hurdles for students
Two Years After Gujarat Launched a Single-Window Admission System, Students Now Navigate Multiple Registrations, Entrance Tests, University Portals And Repeated Admission Rounds
PM Modi to launch development projects worth over 21,700 crore in Gujarat and Daman - News On AIR
PM Modi to launch development projects worth over 21,700 crore in Gujarat and Daman News On AIR
Surat Residents Express Gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for Development Initiatives
Surat, June 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for various development projects worth over 18,000 crores in Gujarat on Friday. These initiatives aim to strengthen infrastructure, promote industries, and enhance the quality of life for the residents. The launch occurred during a government event. Addressing a public gathering, Prime Minister Modi ... Read more Surat Residents Express Gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for Development Initiatives
India Shines at World Yoga Championship with Five Gold Medals
Ahmedabad, June 5: Host nation India has made a remarkable start at the inaugural World Yoga Championship held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, securing five out of six gold medals. Abhay Barman from West Bengal won gold in the senior mens traditional yoga category, scoring 63.42 points. He brought home the first gold medal for India at ... Read more India Shines at World Yoga Championship with Five Gold Medals
Bisleri International marked World Environment Day 2026 through a series of ground-level initiatives across North India. Under its Bottles for Change programme for plastic waste management, Bisleri mobilized communities, government departments, defence establishments, educational institutions, and civil society organisations across Delhi, Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Rajasthan to combat plastic pollution. Bisleri organised plantation & cleanup drives at Sabarmati Riverfront In Delhi, an awareness session and a painting competition were held at EDM Mall in Kaushambi. Rose Udaan Home for Girls, an NGO managed by Salam Balak Trust, also hosted a painting competition in Dilshad Garden. The activities collectively engaged over 320 participants. Bisleri conducted awareness session at Indroda Nature Park with GEER Foundation In Ludhiana, Punjab, a large-scale plogging drive convened in collaboration with the DC Office and more than 30 government and institutional partners, drew over 1,500 citizens onto the streets to collect and segregate plastic waste. In Chandigarh, a two-day plastic collection drive with the Market Welfare Association of Sector 19D brought together 100 residents. Additionally, an awareness-led painting competition with Yuva Stambh at Babu Dham Colony engaged 50 young participants in a creative exploration of plastic waste and its impact. Best Out of Waste Plant Pot-Making Competition organized by Bisleri & Gram Bharti Samiti In Lucknow, Bisleri set up an exhibition stall at the State-Level Workshop on Environment, organised by the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh, at Indira Gandhi Pratisthan. Bisleri’s stall showcased the importance of recycling through a display of products made from different categories of recycled plastics. The team also distributed comic books and resource kits to raise awareness. To reiterate the importance of waste segregation, they conducted an interactive segregation-based game for visitors. The event was attended by around 800 officials and policymakers. Underscoring Bisleri's commitment to protecting the region's natural water bodies and green spaces, a cleanup drive was conducted at the ecologically sensitive Ekana Wetland in partnership with the Gomti Task Force, and a dedicated awareness session was held at Kudiya Ghat in collaboration with Lion Securities. Commenting on the occasion, Mr K. Ganesh, Director – Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International , said, " World Environment Day is a powerful moment to initiate action, and this year we set out to make our presence felt in every corner of the communities we serve. From plogging drives in Ludhiana to plantation campaigns in Gujarat and awareness sessions at the Ekana wetland, each initiative under Bottles for Change reflects our belief that lasting change is built at the grassroots. We are grateful to the state government bodies, institutions, NGOs, and citizen who stood with us to preserve the environment." Plantation drives, cleanup campaigns, and awareness sessions were conducted in Gujarat across five locations including Indroda Nature Park with GEER Foundation, the Sabarmati Riverfront with SRDCL, Pansar Village with Kiran Fitness Centre, RAF Camp Cantonment, and HNGU Patan. Together, these events collectively engaged over 525 participants, bringing together students, defence personnel, and local communities in a shared commitment to tackling plastic pollution. A Letter of Association was also signed with HNGU, deepening Bisleri's institutional partnerships in the state. In Rajasthan, Gram Bharti Samiti partnered with Bottles for Change for a Best Out of Waste plant pot-making competition on June 4, followed by a Run for a Change programme on June 5 in Jaipur. Together, both events mobilized 140 participants. These efforts are part of Bisleri's ongoing Bottles for Change program, which has reached over 10 million people nationwide and raised awareness on plastic segregation and recycling. About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. With a legacy of over 50 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country's largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe, and healthy water. Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and UAE market. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri packaged drinking water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavours, such as Bisleri Limonata, Bisleri Rev, Bisleri Spyci Jeera, Bisleri Pop and Bisleri Soda. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform - Bisleri@Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep. The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating a greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation, and sustainability. www.bisleri.com .
Thousands Cycle to Hear PM Modi in Surat: Harsh Sanghvi
Surat, June 5: Thousands of people, including Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi and numerous BJP workers, gathered at Indore Stadium in Surat to listen to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sanghvi attributed this turnout to Modis appeal for fuel conservation and environmental protection, noting that people across the country are taking it seriously. Sanghvi stated ... Read more Thousands Cycle to Hear PM Modi in Surat: Harsh Sanghvi
Gujarat: PM Modi plants sapling in Surat on World Environment Day
Gujarat Leads Indias Green Energy Revolution, Says PM Modi
Surat, June 5: On World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Gujarat as the pioneer of the countrys green energy revolution. He noted that at the beginning of this century, Gujarat established a separate government department for renewable energy. The first solar park in the country was set up in Charanka village, Patan district, ... Read more Gujarat Leads Indias Green Energy Revolution, Says PM Modi
The Supreme Court has expressed serious concern over the disappearance of investigation records in a criminal case pending for nearly two decades, observing that the loss of case papers during an active investigation strikes at the very foundation of the criminal justice system and effectively renders bona fide complaints incapable of reaching a lawful conclusion. [] The post Supreme Court seeks action-taken report from Gujarat over missing records in 19-year-old criminal case appeared first on India Legal .
PM Modi inaugurates, lays foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 18,000 crore in Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development projects exceeding Rs 18,000 crore in Gujarat. The initiatives aim to modernize infrastructure and boost economic growth. Addressing the event, PM Modi highlighted India's commitment to green growth. He acknowledged the current global challenges including the pandemic, wars, and energy crisis. These projects underscore Gujarat's importance as an industrial hub.
PM Modi visits L&T's Hazira facility in Gujarat's Surat, reviews its projects
PM Modi visited the AM Naik Heavy Engineering Complex, L&T's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, and was shown around the facility by the company officials
LIVE: PM Modi lays foundation stone, inaugurates various development works in Surat, Gujarat
Gujarat Police Arrests 568 Bangladeshi Nationals in Operation Delta Hunt
Gandhinagar, June 5: Gujarat police have apprehended 568 Bangladeshi nationals allegedly residing illegally in the state under Operation Delta Hunt. Authorities reported that search and verification operations are ongoing across several districts. According to the state government, these arrests were made during coordinated operations overseen by Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi throughout ... Read more Gujarat Police Arrests 568 Bangladeshi Nationals in Operation Delta Hunt
Mallcom Bets Big on India Manufacturing, Expands PPE Capabilities With Sanand Facility
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Women Chief Justices: India achieves landmark first in judiciary
Hyderabad:India on Friday, June 5, achieved a historic first, with four women simultaneously serving as Chief Justices of High Courts across the country. The milestone was reached with the appointment of Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai of the Sikkim High Court as Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. She joins Justice Sunita Agarwal (Gujarat High 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 .
First-ever: Four women simultaneously serve as Chief Justices in Indian High Courts
In a historic first for the Indian judiciary, four women are currently serving simultaneously as regular Chief Justices of the High Courts of Patna, Gujarat, Meghalaya and Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in gender representation in the higher judiciary. The development follows the appointment of Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai as Chief Justice of the [] The post First-ever: Four women simultaneously serve as Chief Justices in Indian High Courts appeared first on India Legal .
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Saffron offshoots: Leaders who quit BJP to start their own parties
From Shankersinh Vaghela in Gujarat to K Annamalai in Tamil Nadu, BJP has seen many leaders part ways. Most of them returned to the saffron folds and quit from active politics.
Gujarats Chief Minister Calls for Tree Planting Movement on World Environment Day
Gandhinagar, June 5: On the occasion of World Environment Day, Gujarats Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel urged citizens to plant more trees and turn environmental protection into a public movement. He emphasized that safeguarding the environment is not solely a government initiative but a responsibility shared by every individual. The Chief Minister highlighted the completion of ... Read more Gujarats Chief Minister Calls for Tree Planting Movement on World Environment Day
