Gujarat Launches 15-Day Special Traffic Drive; Strict Action Against Rule Violators
Gujarat Police begins a 15-day special traffic enforcement drive to curb road accidents. Strict action against drunk driving, wrong-side driving, illegal parking, and other violations.
The State Examination Board, Gujarat has released the official syllabus and reduced chapters list for the TAT-HS 2026 examination on its website. The revisions follow Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board guidelines. Candidates can download subject-wise PDFs and must follow specific instructions if applying in their final training year. The application process closed on February 19, 2026. The preliminary exam is scheduled for March 29, followed by the Main examination in May.
Gujarat to host 3rd edition of Semiconnect Conference 2026 at Mahatma Mandir
Gujarat will host the Gujarat Semiconnect Conference 2026 on March 1 in Gandhinagar. The event aims to make Gujarat India's gateway to silicon. Global leaders will discuss strategies to strengthen India's semiconductor manufacturing and research. The conference will feature keynote addresses, panels, and roundtables.
Gujarat CM Approves Rs 302.40 Crore for 2 Bridges in Narmada Tribal Areas
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel sanctions Rs 302.40 crore for two new bridges in Narmada district, benefiting 18,000 people and improving connectivity in tribal regions.
Marutis Gujarat rail siding recognised as worlds first modal shift project under Verra initiative
NEW DELHI, Feb 25:Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday said its Gujarat in-plant railway siding has been registered as the worlds first modal shift transportation project under Verras Verified Carbon Standard initiative. The project is expected to achieve around 1.7 lakh carbon credits over a 10-year crediting period from FY 2023-24 to FY 2032-33, by shifting vehicle dispatches from road to railways. Following independent verification of carbon emission saving, Verra will issue 1.7 lakh carbon credits to the auto major under [] The post Marutis Gujarat rail siding recognised as worlds first modal shift project under Verra initiative appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Maruti Suzuki Gujarat rail project becomes worlds first under Verra carbon standard
By shifting vehicle dispatches from road to rail between FY24 and FY33, the company expects to generate around 1.7 lakh carbon credits after independent verification
Holi 2026: When and how different states in India will celebrate
Holi 2026 will be celebrated between March 2 and March 4 across different states due to a Total Lunar Eclipse coinciding with Phalguna Purnima. The Grahan and Sutak period impact Holika Dahan muhurat, leading to regional date variations in Maharashtra, Gujarat, North India and other parts of the country, as per DrikPanchang calculations
Vikram Solar gets 378.75 MW solar module order from Indian Oil-NTPC Green Energy Private JV
Vikram Solar has received a significant order for 378.75 MW of solar modules. These will be supplied to Indian Oil NTPC Green Energy Private Limited. The modules are for a large solar project in Gujarat's Kutch district. This collaboration highlights Vikram Solar's advanced N-TOPCon technology. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in fiscal year 2026.
Ascendas Firstspace to acquire 9 lakh sq ft of warehousing, industrial space in Ahmedabad
Ascendas Firstspace is set to acquire a significant warehousing and industrial space in Bavla, Ahmedabad. The deal is valued at Rs 275 crore. This development by Crystal Group will be delivered in stages over 18 months. The acquisition strengthens Ascendas Firstspace's logistics portfolio in Gujarat. Bavla is a key warehousing hub in Western India.
The Quiet Resilience of Tangaliya in Vastadi
In a small village in Gujarat, the seven-century-old Tangaliya weave survives through memory, patience and a new generation of thoughtful collaborations, like the one with Jaypore.
Challenges along IB in Gujarat not different from J&K: Sanghavi
Gujarat gearing up for Commonwealth Games *ATS Gujarat equally trained like SOG in J&K Gopal Sharma Ahmedabad, Feb 24: The challenges along the International Border (IB) and the coastal areas of Gujarat are no less than those faced along the borders in Jammu and Kashmir. We are also facing the same enemy that the people of Jammu and Kashmir are facing on that side of the border, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi told a visiting media delegation led by PIB [] The post Challenges along IB in Gujarat not different from J&K: Sanghavi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
From Sanskarinagari to sinkhole city: Vadodaras road crisis
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MSU students organize donation drive ahead of Prerna
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Fake note racket busted in Asoj, two held
A Teens Death & A House Sale: How Gujarats Disturbed Areas Act Fuels Harassment & Segregation Of Muslims article-14.com
Gujarat HC acquits former DGP in 50-year-old custodial torture case - Deccan Herald
Gujarat HC acquits former DGP in 50-year-old custodial torture case Deccan Herald
From Cautious Contact To Strategic Embrace: Narendra Modis 20-Year Israel Journey
The roots of this partnership were planted in May 2006, when Narendra Modi, then Chief Minister of Gujarat, joined an Indian delegation at Agritech-2006 in Israel
Waaree Subsidiary Wins 300 MW Wind Project Order from SECI in Gujarat - TipRanks
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Waaree Energies receives LoA for 300MW wind power project in Gujarat - marketscreener.com
Waaree Energies receives LoA for 300MW wind power project in Gujarat marketscreener.com
Gujarat Technological University has released additional Winter 2025 results for several programmes, including BE Semester 3, BPharm Semester 7 and MCA Integrated Semesters 1, 2 and 3. The notifications cover regular, remedial and recheck or reassessment categories. Students can check their results online at gtu.ac.in using enrolment details. Due to heavy traffic, temporary access delays were reported. Candidates are advised to download their scorecards and verify all details carefully.
Gujarat Opens First Snake Research Institute in Dharampur to Reduce Snakebite Deaths
Gujarat launches its first Snake Research Institute in Dharampur to produce region-specific anti-venom. The move aims to reduce snakebite deaths and improve treatment effectiveness.
Timeless Artistry, New Address: Kosala by Hindalco Launches its First Flagship Store in New Delhi
Inaugurated by Padma Bhushan Mrs. Rajashree Birla, the new store in Greater Kailash brings indigenous craftsmanship and sustainable luxury to the capital Empowering over 700 artisans across Raigarh and Janjgir - Champa districts in Chhattisgarh while preserving the indigenous craft of Kosa silk Kosala, the social enterprise of Hindalco Industries Limited , has opened its flagship retail store in Greater Kailash (N Block), New Delhi, marking a key expansion milestone in its Kosa silk value-chain initiative in Chhattisgarh. L–R: Satish Pai, MD, Hindalco Industries Ltd; actor Yami Gautam Dhar; Rajashree Birla, Chairperson, Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives & Rural Development; Saurabh Khedekar, CEO Alumina Business, Hindalco Industries Ltd & Director, Kosala Foundation, and Neeta Shah - CEO Kosala at inauguration of Kosala Boutique in Delhi Kosala was launched in 2021 to restore and expand the indigenous Kosa silk craft of the Dewangan community. Today, Kosala reached a key milestone with the launch of its first flagship store. The boutique was inaugurated by Mrs. Rajashree Birla, Chairperson of the Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural Development, in the presence of Mr. Satish Pai, Managing Director of Hindalco Industries Limited, Mr. Saurabh Khedekar, CEO, Alumina Business, Hindalco Industries Limited and Director, Kosala Foundation with actor Ms. Yami Gautam Dhar marking the occasion. Speaking at the launch, Mrs. Rajashree Birla- Chairperson of the Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives and Rural Development said, “ Kosala reflects our deep commitment to trusteeship, nurturing communities while preserving India’s rich cultural heritage. By revitalising the art of Kosa silk, we are empowering artisan families, especially women, with sustainable livelihoods and renewed pride in their craft. This store serves as a bridge between rural skill and global appreciation .” Kosala’s impact at the grassroots level has been measurable and transformative. In FY25, 31 weaver families secured full-time engagement, while 130 artisans were employed across pre-loom and post-loom processes, strengthening integration across the value chain. Full-time weavers now benefit from assured year-round engagement, resulting in a 63% increase in income, significantly enriching their livelihoods. During the year, 379 artisans were engaged and 100 were newly skilled, reinforcing household stability and enabling the Dewangan community to move forward with renewed confidence and dignity. Since its inception, Kosala has empowered over 700 artisans, strengthening sustainable livelihoods while preserving the indigenous craft of Kosa silk. Mr. Saurabh Khedekar, CEO, Alumina Business, Hindalco Industries Limited and Director, Kosala Foundation, said, “ Kosala is anchored in two core beliefs, reviving the indigenous legacy of Kosa silk and restoring economic dignity, recognition, and continuous skill advancement to its original custodians, the Dewangan community. This store is not merely a retail milestone; it reaffirms our long-term commitment to strengthening the artisan ecosystem and enabling weaver families to thrive with pride and purpose. We continue to prioritise the well-being of artisans and their families by extending individual life insurance coverage, expanding structured training to bring more weavers into the fold, and reimagining Kosa through a thoughtful blend of time-honoured techniques and consciously designed collections for the modern consumer .” Capacity-building initiatives include training 25 rural youth in professional natural colour dyeing; providing sewing and embroidery skills to 100 women in partnership with the International Labour Organization and the Foundation for MSME Clusters; certifying 50 Dewangan women in Kosa reeling; and offering advanced weaving training to 25 artisans through the Weavers’ Service Centre, Raigarh. In 2024, Kosala introduced the Kosala Artisan Shilp Unnati Yojana, instituting annual recognition and incentive structures for master weavers. Kosala was instituted as part of Hindalco’s sustainable mining initiatives in Chhattisgarh. Over the years we have built a scalable rural enterprise model that integrates market access, skill development and infrastructure investment positioning heritage textiles within a sustainable luxury framework while delivering measurable economic outcomes at the grassroots level. About Hindalco Industries Limited Hindalco Industries Limited is the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group. A $28 billion metals powerhouse, Hindalco is the world’s largest aluminium company by revenues, and the world’s second largest Copper rods manufacturer (outside China). Hindalco operates across the value chain, from bauxite mining, alumina refining, coal mining, captive power plants and aluminium smelting to downstream rolling, extrusions, and foils. Along with its subsidiary Novelis, Hindalco is the global leader in flat rolled products and the world’s largest recycler of aluminium. Hindalco is India’s largest copper producer, serving more than half the country’s copper requirements. Its copper facility in Gujarat, India, comprises a world-class copper smelter and refinery complex, downstream facilities, and a captive jetty. Hindalco’s global footprint spans 48 manufacturing units across 10 countries. Hindalco has been ranked the world’s most sustainable aluminium company in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for six consecutive years– 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. About Kosala Kosala is a social enterprise initiative by Hindalco Industries Limited, the metals flagship of the Aditya Birla Group, launched to revive and advance the ancient Kosa silk craft of the Dewangan community in Chhattisgarh. Conceptualised in association with Xynteo Vikaasa, a multi-stakeholder coalition working to build sustainable growth models, Kosala blends heritage with innovation to preserve a 5,000-year-old art form while strengthening the economic resilience of artisan communities. Kosala, which supports craftsmen in weaving, reeling, and dyeing, prioritizes the development of sustainable livelihoods, women's empowerment, skill enhancement, and access to international markets. Since its inception, Kosala has empowered over 700 artisans across Chhattisgarh, strengthening sustainable livelihoods while preserving the indigenous craft of Kosa silk.
Maharashtra, New Delhi among top 10 states that contributed maximum to average AUM in January
Top 10 states accounted for Rs 82.01 lakh crore in mutual fund AAUM in January 2026, led by Maharashtra and Delhi. Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund reported rising contributions from Karnataka, Gujarat, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh, reflecting broad-based growth over January 2025 levels.
Union Cabinet clears Rs 1,067 crore Ahmedabad Metro extension from GIFT City to Shahpur
The Union Cabinet has approved a new metro line extension in Gujarat connecting GIFT City to Shahpur. This 3.33 km elevated stretch will feature three stations and is expected to be completed in four years. The project aims to boost connectivity between Ahmedabad and the GIFT region.
On November 11, 2025, MSRTC floated an e-tender to buy high-speed diesel for its 252 depots. The tender allowed both in-state and out-of-state suppliers to quote rates.
The Court reviewed the list of merit and especially the comments column, and discovered that the more qualified candidates were dismissed based on some flimsy and unreasonable reasons. One of the most striking reasons recorded was that an unmarried village woman might get married in future and relocate.
Government rolls out mobile labs to monitor National Highway quality
Pilot runs are underway in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka and Odisha using Mobile Quality Control Vans equipped with non-destructive testing tools such as ultrasonic pulse meters and asphalt density gauges.
Five arrested for raping 16-year-old girl
VMC calls citizens for feedback on sanitation measures
Ex-senate member objects to MSU officials dual role
Sita No Vesh play staged at Bharat Rang Mahotsav
VMC carries out enroachment removal drive
50-member team to visit Gujarat, study milk production model
Bihars Cooperative Minister has revealed that a 50-member delegation will travel to Gujarat to examine its leading cooperative farming and dairy models. Insights from the visit will be used to adapt similar systems in Bihar, turning fragmented landholdings into engines of job creation and rural income.
Aakar Patel | Targeting Muslims: What Gujarat Model Means For The Rise & Rise Of The New India
The first element of the Gujarat Model is the political exclusion of Muslims
Gujarat Police releases provisional list for 472 Unarmed PSI posts, cut-offs announced; check here
The Gujarat Police Recruitment Board has released the provisional selection and waiting lists for 472 Unarmed Police Sub Inspector posts under Advertisement No. GPRB/202324/1 following document verification. Caste certificate scrutiny for reserved category candidates is still in progress, and final selection will depend on its outcome. Category-wise cut-offs for selection and waiting lists have been issued. Candidates may submit objections in person at the Gandhinagar office before the specified deadline.
Samvardhana Motherson inaugurates automotive lighting plant in Sanand
Samvardhana Motherson International has opened a new manufacturing plant in Sanand, Gujarat. This facility will produce exterior lighting systems for cars. It is a joint venture with Marelli. The plant strengthens Motherson's automotive component capabilities. It will deliver advanced lighting solutions for customers.
Bharat Taxi Will Not Let Drivers Earn Below Base Rate, Amit Shah Tells Town Hall
NEW DELHI, Feb 2:Union Cooperation Amit Shah on Monday said the newly launched cooperative cab service Bharat Taxi will guarantee a minimum base rate per kilometre for all drivers on its platform, asserting that existing ride-hailing aggregators had deliberately avoided setting such a floor to maximise corporate profits at the expense of workers. Addressing a town hall interaction with cab and auto drivers from Delhi-NCR and Gujarat, Shah said the cooperative ride-hailing platform would return 80 per cent of profits [] The post Bharat Taxi Will Not Let Drivers Earn Below Base Rate, Amit Shah Tells Town Hall appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Torrent Group forays into diagnostics with Navi Mumbai mega lab
Torrent Group has launched its diagnostics business. The company has opened India's largest National Reference Laboratory in Navi Mumbai. This facility supports over 3,500 test modalities across 15 disciplines. Torrent aims for a strong scientific foundation and wide test offerings. This marks a significant expansion for the Gujarat-based conglomerate.
Drugs Worth Rs 11 Crore Seized From Ganja, Opium Farm In Gujarat
In a major operation targeting Gujarat's growing narcotics problem, police have executed a historic raid, uncovering an illegal drug farm in Bhavnagar district's Sihor area.
Four Of Gujarat Family Booked Over Abusing, Threatening Staff At Arunachal Resort
The accused damaged a display frame containing the resorts rules and threatened to tarnish the propertys reputation and have it shut down.
4 Gujarat Tourists Abuse Staff At Arunachal Pradesh Resort, Video Goes Viral
Four members of a Gujarat family have been booked after a video went viral allegedly showing two of them abusing and threatening staff at a resort in Arunachal Pradesh's Dibang Valley.
How Ex-Armyman Faked Terror Plot To Save His Job In Gujarat - NDTV
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Bhavin Shastris Patriotic Performance Elevates Tiranga Yatra in Surat - APN News
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Gujarat all set to develop region-specific anti-venom - Ahmedabad Mirror
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Man arrested for planting explosives on railway tracks
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T20 WC: Miller, Brevis, Stubbs Power South Africa To 187/7, Bumrah Picks 3-15 For India
T20 World Cup: David Miller, Dewald Brevis and Tristan Stubbs played stunning knocks to power South Africa to 187/7 in their 20 overs against India in the Super Eights clash of 2026 Mens T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. On a slow, black soil pitch, India had the upper hand in the powerplay as a brilliant Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh struck early to reduce South Africa to 20/3 in four overs. After Brevis and Miller steadied the innings through a 97-run partnership off 51 balls. Though Brevis fell five short of a half-century, Miller went on to make 63 off 35 balls, before being removed by Varun Chakaravarthy, who had an off day at large. Millers dismissal slowed South Africas momentum, as 39 runs came from overs 14-19, until Stubbs cut loose in the final over by smashing Hardik Pandya for a four and two towering sixes to lift the total past 180-mark and be unbeaten on 44 off 24 balls. Apart from Bumrah and Arshdeep, who took 2-28, Indias bowlers looked patchy with their execution, but they will feel the target is within reach given the conditions. With dew expected to play a role and South Africa relying on their four-man pace attack, the chase could tilt in Indias favour. Still, fireworks from Miller, Brevis and Stubbs have given South Africa a fighting chance. South Africas decision to bat first didnt start well as Bumrah removed Quinton de Kock with a nip-backer taking out the leg-side bail. With the ball stopping a bit, Arshdeep had success as Aiden Markram picked out mid-off. Bumrah then returned to fox Ryan Rickelton with a slower ball, and the leading edge on the loft was caught easily by mid-off. Miller, who has played a lot of IPL cricket here for Gujarat Titans, looked in good touch from the get go. With pristine timing on his shots, Miller was great in taking fours off Chakaravarthy and Arshdeep. From the other end, Brevis began his onslaught as 11 runs came off Washington Sundars opening over. With Chakaravarthy overpitching, Miller and Brevis hit him for sixes easily, with the latter also taking two sixes and a four off Shivam Dube. But Dube had the last laugh as Brevis mistimed a pull to deep mid-wicket. Miller capitalised on his second free hit with a lofted drive over extra cover off Dube to get his fifty in 26 balls. Miller, who has played a lot of IPL cricket here for Gujarat Titans, looked in good touch from the get go. With pristine timing on his shots, Miller was great in taking fours off Chakaravarthy and Arshdeep. From the other end, Brevis began his onslaught as 11 runs came off Washington Sundars opening over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Brief Scores: South Africa 187/7 in 20 overs (David Miller 63, Dewald Brevis 45; Jasprit Bumrah 3-15, Arshdeep Singh 2-28) against India Article Source: IANS
Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a most misunderstood person unfairly maligned, stating history will judge him favorably. Khan's own perspective shifted after witnessing Gujarat's reality post-2002. He highlighted Modi's determination and credited him for criminalizing triple talaq, a move he believes will be globally recognized.
CM Mann, Kejriwal attend mass wedding ceremony in Gujarats Bhavnagar, bless newlywed couples Babushahi.com
Indian Coast Guard Seizes Foreign Boat With Smuggled Cigarettes Off Gujarat Coast
Indian Coast Guard detained Al Mukhtar with four Iranian crew near Dwarka, seizing 200 cartons of foreign-brand cigarettes.
Iranian crew on boat caught with Rs 5 cr foreign cigarettes off Gujarat coast
Ahmedabad: The Indian Coast Guard has intercepted a foreign boat in the Arabian Sea off Gujarat and apprehended four Iranian nationals after seizing 200 cartons of foreign brand cigarettes valued nearly Rs 5 crore, the ICG said on Sunday, February 22. The operation was carried out on Saturday off the Dwarka coast where a vessel, 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 .
Four Iranian Crew Caught With Rs 5 Cr Foreign Cigarettes Off Gujarat Coast
The international market value of the consignment is estimated at Rs 2.5 crore to Rs 5 crore, the ICG said in a post on X
Venom from Gujarats snakes go under the hammer; e-auction to help create state-specific antivenom
The auction included venom from Indian Cobra, Common Krait, Russells Viper, and Saw-scaled Viperthe snakes responsible for the majority of fatalities in Gujarat
Fact check: Did Taylor Swift perform at Jamnagar wedding?
Hyderabad: A viral video recently made fans believe that Taylor Swift had performed at a wedding in Jamnagar, Gujarat, leaving many in shock. With her signature look and an impressive performance, the woman in the video seemed to be the global pop star. However, the truth behind this video is far from what many expected. 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 .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Indian-origin cricketers playing in foreign teams and emphasised the significance of 'Bhartiyata' and noted that wherever Indians travel, they maintain a strong connection to their roots in their 'matrabhoomi' (motherland) while also contributing to the development of their 'karmabhoomi' (place of duty). He highlighted the importance of sports in everyone's life, stressing that One who plays, blooms, adding that sports unite us. Addressing the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said, Nowadays, you must be watching T20 World Cup matches. I am sure that while watching a match, you must be eyeing a particular player. The jersey may belong to another country, but on hearing their name, you realise that he is from our country. The moment gives you a slight happiness because the player is of indian origin and is playing for the country where his family settled. They step onto the field wearing the jersey of their country and wholeheartedly represent that nation, he said. The Prime Minister noted that the Canadian cricket team has the highest number of Indian-origin players. He mentioned that the team's captain, Dilpreet Bajwa, was born in Punjab's Gurdaspur, and Naveneet Dhaliwal is from Chandigarh. He also mentioned the names of Harsh Thaker and Shreyas Movva, and said that several players like these are making both Canada and India proud. PM Modi also mentioned that the USA cricket team, and said, America's team has many players from India's domestic cricket. The American team's captain, Monank Patel, has played for Gujarat's U-16 and U-18 teams. Mumbai's Saurabh, Harmeet Singh, and Delhi's Milind Kumar are all proud of the American team. He also stated that several players in the Oman cricket team have played in different states of India and mentioned the names of Jatinder Singh, Vinayak Shukla, Karan, Jai and Ashish. PM Modi also mentioned that the USA cricket team, and said, America's team has many players from India's domestic cricket. The American team's captain, Monank Patel, has played for Gujarat's U-16 and U-18 teams. Mumbai's Saurabh, Harmeet Singh, and Delhi's Milind Kumar are all proud of the American team. Also Read: Live Cricket Score This is the speciality of Bhartiyata. Wherever they go, Indians remain connected to the roots of their motherland, and they also contribute to the development of their karmabhoomi, the Prime Minister added. Article Source: IANS
Electorate in 9 States, UTs Shrink by 1.70 Cr after SIR
The data shared by the chief electoral officers of Gujarat, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Goa and Kerala on Saturday showed that their combined voter base stood at over 21.45 crore before the SIR exercise began on October 27 last year
T20 WC: SA's Previous Ahmedabad Experience Will Play Massive Role Against India, Says Peterson
Former South Africa: Former South Africa all-rounder Robin Peterson believes the Proteas' previous deep familiarity with Ahmedabad will play a massive role when they face defending champions India in a blockbuster Super Eights clash in Mens T20 World Cup, to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday evening. In what is also a rematch of the 2024 Mens T20 World Cup final, both India and South Africa come as unbeaten teams after cruising through their respective groups with four wins each. South Africa have played three Group D matches in Ahmedabad and at different times of the day, which means that the Proteas are taking on India in familiar climes. South Africa have been in Ahmedabad for a while and there's a familiarity with the venue and psychologically that plays a massive role. Staying in the same hotel, having a similar routine, and going back to those things will play a massive role in the comfort levels of the group. In playing at one venue, you start to understand the dimensions of the field, the angles, what works, where we can use our catchers in the deep, and using the short ball all those things play a massive role, Peterson told IANS in an exclusive conversation. Several Proteas players carry individual layers of knowledge of ground conditions in Ahmedabad too - Kagiso Rabada and David Miller have represented Gujarat Titans at this very ground during the IPL. In saying that, also guys that have played so much IPL like the ones who have played there for the Gujarat Titans - Rabada and Miller have been there before. So previous knowledge will definitely give them a lot of comfort going into this fixture. I'm pretty sure that South Africans love consistency - not only consistency on the field but consistency in knowing the changing room, training facilities, the route to the ground, and what to expect with the fans. It will all play a massive role in making sure that they give themselves the best opportunity to beat India, added Peterson, who played 15 Tests, 79 ODIs and 21 T20Is. A key loophole in Indias campaign so far has been its batters losing 11 wickets the most by any side to off-spinners. The struggles have come against Namibias Gerhard Erasmus, Pakistans Usman Tariq and Saim Ayub and Netherlands Aryan Dutt, thus exposing a clear pattern to exploit for the Proteas, who have captain Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs as handy off-spinners along with Dewald Brevis, a part-time leg-spinner. Due to that, India have a run rate of just 7.12 in overs 7-10 so far in the showpiece event. Peterson felt India's issues against off-spin in particular is down to their early aggressive approach. I don't think India has a weakness against spin. I just think that they're very aggressive. When you're aggressive against spin, there's always that tendency that you could lose wickets to it because you're looking to maximise deliveries and overs. So I don't think India has a weakness, but conditions will play a role. It depends if the wicket turns, then South African spinners could come into it. But if the conditions are all true, India will be pretty well set to post a big total, he said. South Africa's deployment of part-time bowling options hasnt been much visible, but their moment of reckoning may be coming against India on a black soil pitch. I do think Tristan Stubbs and Dewald Brevis have been underutilized. South Africa are probably keeping it up their sleeves a little bit. I'm pretty sure that Albie Morkel being the bowling consultant in consultation with Shukri Conrad would have earmarked them to be available to bowl a few overs. You have to have all options against India and there's such a tremendous batting lineup that if things go awry with the seam bowlers, you need to have as many options in your bowling department to be able to limit them in terms of what they're able to post. I do think South Africa have always probably eyed that tactically to use Brevis and Stubbs and Markram for that matter. I'm not surprised that they are trying to make sure that all their bowling options are available, especially against a powerful Indian batting lineup, elaborated Peterson. He added that despite the talk around left-handed batters versus off-spin match-up dominating the clash, South Africa will stick to their strength a fiery fast bowling line-up. South Africas pace attack has been among the most effective units at the 2026 T20 World Cup, taking 24 wickets joint-most alongside West Indies while maintaining an economy rate of 7.9. South Africa would have eyed that out in terms of data and analytics. It's probably something that they would try and expose India in - the ability to take wickets with spin bowling. But in saying that, South Africa's strength is their fast bowling - Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, and Marco Jansen being the backbone of the seamers. I do think South Africa possesses great variety in their fast bowling, albeit they may have looked at India's fallibility against spin and may decide to use their spin options to try and just get an advantage if the opportunity presents itself, added Peterson. Peterson also expects the Proteas management to unleash all four frontline seamers on an Indian batting lineup he believes can be rattled early if inroads are made quickly. South Africa's got a phenomenal pace attack in Ngidi, Rabada, Jansen and Bosch and I do think it's about balance. I'll be very surprised if they don't play all their fast bowlers in this fixture because Corbin Bosch has been exceptional at the death and Marco Jansen has been a wicket-taker upfront, so as Lungi Ngidi and Kagiso Rabada. So South Africa will try and exploit Abhishek Sharma's lack of form in the competition and try to put India under pressure early. They can dismiss him early and it'll go a long way in terms of culling India's batting ability, he said. On their tactical identity, Peterson was clear that this is no time for deviation on that front. South Africa has always had tremendous fast bowlers and I don't think they're going to go away from their strength. In fact, they will probably lean into that strength going into this fixture. If South Africa are going to win this game, they're going to rely heavily on the likes of Kagiso, Marco, Lungi and taking early wickets to limit India. So South Africa will try and exploit Abhishek Sharma's lack of form in the competition and try to put India under pressure early. They can dismiss him early and it'll go a long way in terms of culling India's batting ability, he said. Also Read: Live Cricket Score They pose significant threats, as they're all different - Marco, left-handed and being tall, gets extra bounce. Kagiso can bowl those test-like lengths and use the new ball to try and get wickets. Then Lungi, who swings the ball and has great variety in terms of slower balls. So I do think South Africa possesses great variety in their fast bowling, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
SIR: Gujarat records deletion of over 68 lakh voters, Lakshadweep lowest at 206
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday released snapshots of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, showing that Gujarat recorded the highest deletion of over 68 lakh electors, while Lakshadweep registered the lowest deletion at 206 names. The snapshots were issued after publication of the final electoral rolls for Andaman and Nicobar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Gujarat govt to make parents consent mandatory for marriage registration
The Gujarat government on Friday, February 20, announced it plans to amend rules framed under the Gujarat Registration of Marriages Act, making parents consent a must for registration. Speaking in the Assembly, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi stressed the need for new norms, alleging that innocent girls are being trapped and such practices were spreading 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 .
Poll rolls shrink by 1.7 crore (8%) in 9 states/UTs under SIR Phase 2
Nine states in Phase 2 of the special intensive revision (SIR) have seen their combined electorate drop by 7.9% to 19.7 crore. Over 1.7 crore electors were removed, with Andaman & Nicobar and Gujarat experiencing the steepest declines. Three states are yet to publish their final rolls.
Was critical of Modi after Godhra, changed views after spending time in Gujarat: Arif Mohammed Khan
NEW DELHI, Feb 21: Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Saturday said that after the disturbances caused by the Godhra tragedy in 2002, he was critical of Narendra Modi, then-chief minister of Gujarat, but his opinion changed after interacting with people. Khan was speaking at the launch of the book, Revolutionary Raj: Narendra Modis 25 Years, written by journalist-author Alok Mehta, at the Constitution Club of India here. He noted that his view towards Modi wouldnt have changed if he [] The post Was critical of Modi after Godhra, changed views after spending time in Gujarat: Arif Mohammed Khan appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Gujarat Govts latest marriage notification order has ominous consequences
Procedures will make young lovers fully dependent on parents for decision By T N Ashok Last Friday, in the Gujarat Legislative Assembly, Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi rose to announce what the BJP government described as a measured administrative reform. Couples who elope and wish to register their marriage, Sanghavi [] The post Gujarat Govts latest marriage notification order has ominous consequences appeared first on Northlines .
Nitin Navin Lauds Gujarat BJP Model in First Visit as Party Chief
BJP National President Nitin Navin toured Gujarat, where he interacted with senior party officials and commended the state unit's organization and effectiveness. He celebrated Gujarat's strategy of achieving high output with limited resources and recognized the crucial role of grassroots workers.
Vice-President releases updated Constitution editions in Tamil and Gujarati
The release of the foundational document in regional languages coincided with International Mother Language Day marked every year on February 21
Was Modis critic, changed view after Gujarat visit: Arif Mohammed Khan
New Delhi: Bihar Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Saturday, February 21, said that after the disturbances caused by the Godhra tragedy in 2002, he was critical of Narendra Modi, then-chief minister of Gujarat, but his opinion changed after interacting with people. Khan was speaking at the launch of the book, Revolutionary Raj: Narendra Modis 25 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 .
SIR Done In 6 states, 68 Lakh Voters Deleted In Gujarat, Highest In Country
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has been completed across six states and Union Territories across India, with significant changes recorded in voter lists.
Gujarat Proposes Anti-Love Jihad Rule, Couples May Need To Inform Parents Before Marriage
Gujarat plans marriage registration changes needing parental notification, led by Harsh Sanghavi. Some groups support, but legal experts express concerns.
T20 WC: Bumrah, Hardik To Be India's Twin Trump Cards For Super Eights, Says Paranjape
BCCI Cricket Advisory Committee: Former India cricketer and national selector Jatin Paranjape feels fast-bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah and seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya will be the twin trump cards for the defending champions ahead of their Super Eights campaign in the Mens T20 World Cup starting against South Africa in Ahmedabad on Sunday. In three league games, Bumrah has picked four wickets at an economy rate of six and a strike rate of 13.5. Hardik, meanwhile, has amassed 87 runs with a batting strike-rate of 155 and grabbed five wickets at an economy rate of 7.9. Hardik also produced a great all-round performance hitting 52 and taking 2-28 when India beat Namibia in New Delhi earlier this month. The guy who takes this Indian team to a different level altogether is Hardik Pandya. Without him, this Indian team is half as good as it is with him in it. Hardiks improvement over the last 12 months has shown that he is just so focused on his game. He is not letting the outside chatter get to him at all. He has been through so much in his personal life as well. But he is one player, and I am a big fan of his for that, who has improved tremendously with the bat, with the ball, with the field, and with his body. So, Hardik is the key to Indias fortunes, Paranjape told IANS in an exclusive conversation on Saturday. Due to his previously captaining the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Hardik is well-versed with the conditions and ground size in Ahmedabad. It further reflects in him amassing 470 runs in 19 T20I innings in Ahmedabad, coming at a strike-rate of 142. In last years final T20I against South Africa at the same venue, Hardik scored 63 off 25 balls as India won the series 4-1. With India losing 11 wickets to off-spin - the most among all teams in this World Cup and a glaring loophole to exploit by other teams Hardik will be expected to bail out of trouble, considering the likes of Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Suryakumar Yadav have found the going tough against spin. Hardik, along with Bumrah, has also contributed to India having the best economy rate amongst all bowling units (7) and the second-best bowling average (15.4) by a team in this competition. Along with Hardik, according to me, Jasprit Bumrah is also going to be in top form. I have noticed him, he is looking leaner, he has lost weight, he is looking fitter. These are the tournaments for great players like him and great all-rounders like Hardik to really come to the party and get it done when it matters most. So, according to me, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah are going to be two trump cards for India. If India has to do well and win the World Cup, both these guys will have to be in prime form, added Paranjape, the co-founder of KheloMore and member of the BCCI Cricket Advisory Committee. Although India enters the Super Eights as the lone unbeaten team from Group A, they are paired with other undefeated sides, including South Africa, West Indies, and Zimbabwe. Everybody expects India to win this T20 World Cup very easily, but I dont think its going to be super, super easy because the Super Eights will also be interesting. I think India are putting some serious distance between themselves and the competition going into the Super Eights. The first game is with South Africa, but I think, irrespective of the opposition, this Indian setup just looks really strong, despite the three ducks in a row from what was their biggest weapon, Abhishek Sharma, added Paranjape. Though Abhishek is yet to score a run in the World Cup, especially with him recovering from a stomach infection and leading to Indias opening partnerships averaging only 8.5, Dube has added heft to Indias batting depth by accelerating his scoring tempo in recent months, which was seen during his match-winning fifty against the Netherlands earlier this week. Till the end of the 2024 World Cup, Dubes strike rate stood at 134 against pace and spin. Post that tournament, where he was a member of the winning Indian team, the numbers have spiked dramatically -- 172 against pace and 183 against spin. Abhishek's low scores have been offset by Shivam Dube, who is really impressing me a lot with the way he's approached the middle part of the innings, and his six-hitting ability is today second to none across world cricket, and he just looks in fantastic form. Till the end of the 2024 World Cup, Dubes strike rate stood at 134 against pace and spin. Post that tournament, where he was a member of the winning Indian team, the numbers have spiked dramatically -- 172 against pace and 183 against spin. Also Read: Live Cricket Score --IANS Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Man Kills Minor Girlfriend After She Gets Pregnant, Dumps Body In Well
A man from Gujarat's Kutch allegedly killed his minor girlfriend after she got pregnant and dumped her body in a well with the help of a friend; probe is ongoing.
Getting married in Gujarat? THIS new rule could alert your parents instantly
Gujarat is set to implement stricter marriage registration rules, mandating parental notification and a 30-day waiting period. Couples must declare parental awareness, with authorities to inform parents via WhatsApp and SMS. This move aims to enhance transparency and protect family sentiments, reflecting community feedback.
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Gujarat moves to tighten marriage registration laws
In a bold move aimed at increasing transparency, the Gujarat government is revamping its marriage registration process. Parents will now receive updates throughout the registration, fostering a more informed approach. A dedicated online portal will streamline this procedure, reinforcing the commitment to protect young women and uphold societal values.
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