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Cabinet Approves Two Rail Multitracking Projects Worth Rs 2,781 Cr In Maharashtra, Gujarat
The projects, which will add nearly 224 kilometres to the existing network, are expected to improve capacity, mobility, and service efficiency in both states.
Un-Linked wildlife convention affirms vantara as a lawful global hub of conservation excellence
Jamnagar (Gujarat), 26th Nov: On Sunday, at the Twentieth Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the Standing Committee and an overwhelming majority of member nations delivered a decisive endorsement of Indias position, confirming that there exists no evidence or grounds to pursue any measures against the country with respect to animal imports. This outcome serves as a powerful validation of Vantaras lawful, transparent, and sciencedriven model of wildlife care, reaffirming its compliance with [] The post Un-Linked wildlife convention affirms vantara as a lawful global hub of conservation excellence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Four killed as speeding truck hits road roller in Gujarat
Contract workers and an engineer died on the UdaipurAhmedabad highway after a truck rammed into repair machinery; driver booked for negligent and rash driving
Tamil Nadus deceased donor count reaches 240
Official data show a total of 1,128 deceased donors were recorded in the country in 2024, of which 80% came from five States - Tamil Nadu (268), Telangana (188), Maharashtra (172), Karnataka (162) and Gujarat (119)
Sai Sudharsan Added To TN Squad For Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: India batter Sai Sudharsan was added to the senior squad of Tamil Nadu by the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) on Wednesday for the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) in Ahmedabad, giving the team a much-needed boost following a slow start to the season. After scoring 15 and 14 in a difficult debut series that ended in a 408-run thrashing, the 24-year-old, who played in India's most recent Test loss in Guwahati that sealed a 0-2 series loss to South Africa, returns to domestic T20 action. Only Yashpal Sharma's 13 off 157 against Australia in 1981 is slower than Sudharsan's lengthy innings of 14 off 139 balls against South Africa in the current second Test at Guwahati, which is India's second-slowest Test knock involving at least 100 balls. Sudharsan's inclusion is anticipated to bolster an inexperienced batting unit looking for early momentum after Tamil Nadu lost to Rajasthan by six wickets on Wednesday to start their Group D campaign. Ahmedabad is familiar to the left-hander because it is the city where he established his T20 reputation with the Gujarat Titans, for whom he was a standout opener. With 759 runs from 15 games at a strike rate of 156.17, Sudharsan had a breakout IPL 2025 season and won the Orange Cap. Tamil Nadu will be hoping he can carry this form into their SMAT campaign. India's national T20 championship will have six emerging sides, Mizoram, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur, aiming for the plate division honours alongside the opportunity to be promoted to the elite category. The Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy's plate leg runs simultaneously with the 32-team competition in the elite bracket. Mizoram will be taking on Nagaland in the opening game of the plate division in Pune. Ahmedabad is familiar to the left-hander because it is the city where he established his T20 reputation with the Gujarat Titans, for whom he was a standout opener. With 759 runs from 15 games at a strike rate of 156.17, Sudharsan had a breakout IPL 2025 season and won the Orange Cap. Tamil Nadu will be hoping he can carry this form into their SMAT campaign. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Varun Chakravarthy (capt), Narayan Jagadeesan (vice-capt, wk), Tushar Raheja (wk), VP Amit Sathvik, M. Shahrukh Khan, Andre Siddarth, Pradosh Ranjan Paul, Shivam Singh, R Sai Kishore, M Siddharth, T Natarajan, Gurjapneet Singh, A Esakkimuthu, R Sonu Yadav, R Silambarasan, S Rithik Easwaran (wk), Sai Sudharsan Article Source: IANS
After row over Union minister's remarks, CM Fadnavis says he'll urge PM to change name of IIT Bombay
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Wednesday that he will write to the Prime Minister requesting him to replace Bombay with Mumbai in the name of the city's Indian Institute of Technology. This comes after a row over Union Minister for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh's remarks during his speech at IIT Bombay on Monday. Singh had remarked on a lighter note, As far as IIT Bombay is concerned, thank god it still has this name. You have not changed it to Mumbai. So that's another compliment to you. And also true for Madras. It remains IIT Madras. Singh also lauded IIT Bombay, which was set up in 1958, saying the institute had been a very consistent partner of the Department of Science and Technology. Opposition parties, particularly the Raj Thackeray-led MNS, subsequently raked up a controversy, saying that BJP leaders never let go of any opportunity to insult Marathi, Mumbai and Maharashtra. In response, CM Fadnavis said that BJP leader Rambhau Naik was instrumental in getting Bombay renamed as Mumbai. We are working to remove the remaining references to Bombay in Mumbai. I personally will write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Human Resource Ministry to replace the name of IIT Bombay with IIT Mumbai. Some people raise the issue for the sake of controversy and forget their children's school names. They never make a complaint and write to change the name of their children's schools, Fadnavis said. Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray's children studied in Bombay Scottish and Don Bosco English medium schools in Mumbai. Raj Thackeray alleged that the BJP-led Union government planned to bring Mumbai under the control of the Centre like they planned with Chandigarh. With the Mumbai Metropolitan region expansion plan, they are connecting it to Gujarat so that projects can be taken away easily from Maharashtra to Gujarat. Singh's statement has brought out a hidden truth about what the BJP and its leaders think about Mumbai and Maharashtra. Singh is from Jammu, but still he stirred this controversy just to get pats from two Gujarati leaders, the MNS leader said. Bombay was officially renamed Mumbai in 1995 by the state government to honour the local goddess Mumbadevi after whom the city is named, and to shed the remnants of British colonial rule.
SMAT 2025-26 | Urvils rollicking ton powers Gujarat to stunning win over Services
Later, Pondicherry pips Haryana by six runs thanks to Pugazhendis 23-ball 60; India stars Abhishek and Shami fail even as Punjab and Bengal notch up victories
Commonwealth Sport President Donald Rukare: India has been officially awarded the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with Amdavad (Ahmedabad) declared as the host city. This landmark declaration was made during the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) General Assembly in Glasgow, Scotland, on Wednesday. Ashwini Kumar, Principal Secretary for Ports and Transport in Gujarat, said Indias preparations for the 2030 Commonwealth Games were meticulous, confident and driven by a solid team. Moments after delegates from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories approved Indias bid in Glasgow, Kumar said the state expected to complete all major preparations by the end of 2028 or early 2029, emphasising that facilities would be ready well in advance, aided by the staging of the World Police and Fire Games in October 2029. We are very confident, and we have done a good homework as a team. This team is led by the Deputy Chief Minister, who is a young and dynamic person We have the support of our Honourable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, our Union Sports Minister, Union Home Minister, and our Chief Minister, so this time there is a solid team behind the project, he said, stressing that funding and budgets had been very, very meticulously worked out. Kumar added that India was committed to delivering a Games that would be remembered for years to come, and one that would be sustainable financially and otherwise, befitting the events centenary and capable of being carried into the next 100 years. His assurances came on a day that marked a historic milestone for the Commonwealth Sport Movement, as Indiathe worlds most populous nationwas chosen to host the landmark 2030 Games, with Ahmedabad, Gujarat, as the main venue. The announcement triggered spontaneous celebrations: 20 Garba dancers and 30 Indian dhol drummers performed inside the General Assembly Hall, offering a vibrant glimpse into the cultural richness that awaits athletes and fans in 2030. Commonwealth Sport President Donald Rukare lauded Indias moment, saying, It will be a historic moment for India hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2030, and we truly believe that this event will be historic for the country. I have all my faith and trust in the administration guided by the Prime Minister himself, and I wish all my brothers and sisters from the country for this historic event. The Amdavad 2030 organisers will work with Commonwealth Sport and international federations to finalise a programme of 1517 sports aligned with the recent Sport Programme Review, with additional disciplines such as cricket T20, shooting, hockey, wrestling, judo, rugby sevens, and 3x3 basketball under consideration, besides the option for two new sports proposed by the host. Commonwealth Sport President Donald Rukare lauded Indias moment, saying, It will be a historic moment for India hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2030, and we truly believe that this event will be historic for the country. I have all my faith and trust in the administration guided by the Prime Minister himself, and I wish all my brothers and sisters from the country for this historic event. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India had won a total of 101 medals, including 38 gold medals in the 2010 CWG in New Delhi, with 30 medals coming from Shooting alone. In the 2022 edition, India bagged 61 medals, including 22 gold. Shooting was not included in the Birmingham edition. Article Source: IANS
Centre approves 13,000 cr projects for Pune metro and Railways
The CCEA gave nod to doubling of the Dwarka-Kanalus rail line in Gujarat and building third and fourth lines between Badlapur and Karjat in Mumbai metropolitan region. These two projects will have outlay 2,781 crore
Cabinet Nod for Rail Projects Worth Rs 2,781 Crore in Gujarat, Maharashtra
The Devbhumi Dwarka (Okha)-Kanalus rail line will improve connectivity to the Dwarkadhish temple, a key pilgrimage site, and transportation of commodities such as coal, salt, container, and cement
GPPL said the proposed Rs17,000 crore investment pipeline will be spread across a period of 30 years and spans a wide range of marine and landside assets aimed at scaling capacity across multiple cargo categories
Gujarat Pipavav Port flags 17,000 cr MoU as non-binding; major spend to follow concession extension
GPPL said the proposed Rs 17000 crore investment pipeline will be spread across a period of 30 years and spans a wide range of marine and landside assets aimed at scaling capacity across multiple cargo categories.
ASI's UAW Team Begins Underwater Exploration In Gujarat's Dwarka
Fresh insights expected into the submerged history of Dwarka
West Bengal CM says SIR exercise is putting BLOs under stress, expresses solidarity with them
KOLKATA: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday, once again, slammed the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the plights of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) engaged in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls exercise in the State. Mamata, while delivering her speech in a state government programme to commemorate the Constitution Day on Red Road in the city today, said, BLOs have died in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Bengal. The ongoing SIR exercise in nine states and three Union Territories has landed a large number of BLOs, the main workforce in the electoral rolls revision drive, in stress and strain. 'How many more need to die for SIR?': Mamata attacks EC after another BLO dies by suicide in Bengal They had to wait for 48 hours at the CEO's office to get themselves heard. Why so much arrogance? BLOs are dying. Wont they speak out? How can a work that requires three years be completed in two months? the Chief Minister asked. Her crusade against the ECI remained unabated as the national poll panel wrote a strong letter to Manoj Agarwal, Commissioner of Police, Kolkata, expressing serious concern with the safety and security of the state CEO, Manoj Agarwal, other senior officers and staff in his office at B B D Bag. A section of agitating BLOs backed by her party, Trinamool Congress, gheraoed Agarwals chamber for about 30 hours since Monday afternoon, protesting against the inhuman workload generated by the SIR-related duties like distributions and collections of enumeration forms during door-to-door visits. ECI expresses concern over security of officers, staff at Bengal CEO's office; seeks action taken report Trinamool Congress is attributing many of the Bengal deaths to suicides driven by SIR-related stress. On Tuesday, an assistant teacher in Uttar Pradeshs Jaunpur district, serving as a BLO in Khempur gram panchayat, died by suicide. Last week, Mamata wrote to the chief election commissioner, Gyanesh Kumar, urging him to stop the SIR exercise in Bengal. She had claimed that 28 lives, including three BLOs, have already been lost in the State due to work pressure and stress caused by the SIR drive. Now, we must protect the valuable guidance that the Constitution provides, especially when democracy is at stake, when secularism is in an endangered situation, when federalism is being bulldozed, at this critical time, Mamata wrote on her X. On this sacred day, we reaffirm our commitment to the core democratic values enshrined in our Constitution. Voting rights are being snatched. Communal and social divisions are being encouraged. All rights are being snatched. We have to fight against this together, she said. Nearly 14 lakh SIR forms identified as 'uncollectable' so far in West Bengal BJP trying to implement CAA through SIR in border areas, alleges West Bengal CM at Bongaon rally
Cabinet clears two major rail multitracking projects in Maharashtra & Gujarat - details
The Indian government has approved two major railway projects totaling Rs 2,781 crore, adding 224 km of track in Maharashtra and Gujarat. These initiatives aim to boost connectivity, ease congestion, and support economic growth, aligning with the PM Gati Shakti vision. The projects will enhance mobility for millions and significantly improve freight movement, contributing to climate goals.
Who is Urvil Patel, the Gujarat opener who blasted a 31-ball century?
Gujarat skipper Urvil Patel smashed an unbeaten 119 off just 37 balls, including 12 fours and 10 sixes, to lead his team to an eight-wicket victory. This explosive innings, featuring a century in 31 balls, marks another milestone for the Chennai Super Kings player.
CSK's Urvil Patel smashes 2nd fastest T20 ton by an Indian
Rishabh Pant earlier held the unique distinction of being India's second fastest T20 centurion following his 32-ball ton against Himachal Pradesh in January 2018, but has now been pushed to the third spot following Urvil's onslaught. The wicket-keeper batter has further recorded the highest individual score by a Gujarat batter in T20s.
Freedom is not only about rights, but duties and unity too: PM Modi
KARAMSAD (GUJARAT): (Nov 26) , Nov 26 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the day reminds the countrymen that freedom is not only about rights, but also about duties and a call for unity. The PMs message was read out during the flag-off ceremony of Unity March in Karamsad town of Gujarats Anand district, the native place of Indias first home minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Gujarat government is organising the padyatra (foot march) from Karamsad to the Statue [] The post Freedom is not only about rights, but duties and unity too: PM Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SMAT: Urvil Patels Historic Ton Powers Gujarat To 8-wicket Win Over Services
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Gujarat opener Urvil Patel produced one of the most commanding T20 innings of the season, hammering an unbeaten 119 off just 37 deliveries to script an eight-wicket demolition of Services in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy here at the Gymkhana Ground here on Wednesday. Walking out with clear intent, the Gujarat captain unleashed a breathtaking assault that left Services bowlers with no answers. Patel reached his century in 31 balls, a landmark that places him among the fastest centurions in the tournaments history. His innings was laced with 12 boundaries and 10 sixes, as he single-handedly shifted the matchs momentum within the first half of the chase. Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Gujarat opener Urvil Patel produced one of the most commanding T20 innings of the season, hammering an unbeaten 119 off just 37 deliveries to script an eight-wicket demolition of Services in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy here at the Gymkhana Ground here on Wednesday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Earlier, Services had managed to post 183, a competitive score built around Gaurav Kochars patient fifty. While their middle order added handy runs, the total ultimately proved insufficient in the face of Patels onslaught. Article Source: IANS
Aaditya Thackerays googly to ICC: Why host T20 WC final in Ahmedabad and not Mumbai?
MUMBAI: (Nov 25) Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray on Tuesday targeted the International Cricket Council (ICC) for choosing Ahmedabad in neighbouring Gujarat as the venue for the T20 Cricket World Cup, and alleged politics of favouritism. In a post on X, Thackeray asked why Mumbai cant be the venue for the T20 World Cup final to be held early next year. Eight venues five in India and three in Sri Lanka will host the 55 matches of [] The post Aaditya Thackerays googly to ICC: Why host T20 WC final in Ahmedabad and not Mumbai? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Indias ODI World Cup Winners Poised To Have Big Payday In 2026 WPL Mega Auction
ODI World Cup: While the euphoria of Indias historic Womens ODI World Cup triumph in Navi Mumbai still energises fans, the aftermath has sparked a shimmering windfall. The championship-winning Indian team members are featured in high-profile endorsements for various products, invited to numerous universities for thought-provoking speeches, appear as special guests on talk shows, and are seen sporting radiant smiles on various posters. Hence, it wont come as a surprise if the 2026 Womens Premier League (WPL) mega auction, set to be held in New Delhi on Thursday, sees several World Cup-winning players earn a big payday. With several World Cup-winning players back in the pool, all five franchises will be devising strategies to secure these marquee players and then set the stage for them to command premium pay checks. Among the ten World Cup-winning members in the auction pool, Deepti Sharma (base price of Rs. 50 lakh) and Renuka Singh Thakur (base price of Rs. 40 lakh) are listed in the marquee set. Deepti, who was the Player of the Tournament in both the ODI World Cup and WPL 2025, will draw the attention of all teams. While her previous franchise, UP Warriorz (with the highest purse of Rs. 14.5 crore) still holds four Right-To-Match (RTM) options, Deeptis consistent match-winning performances will ensure that she wont be a cheap buy at the auction. Kranti Gaud, Deeptis teammate at UPW in WPL 2025 and a World Cup winner, will also attract interest from many teams, thanks to her rare skill set: being a capped India fast bowler. Left-arm spinner N Sree Charani, the second-highest wicket-taker for India in the World Cup win, will also attract massive bids after previously being a steal buy for Delhi Capitals, who enter the auction with the least purse (Rs. 5.7 crore). Other World Cup winners who will keep teams interested are Renuka Singh Thakur, Harleen Deol, Sneh Rana, Radha Yadav, Uma Chetry, Arundhati Reddy, and Pratika Rawal (assuming she has recovered sufficiently from the ankle injury that sidelined her from the World Cup knockouts). The auction will feature a total of 277 players going under the hammer to fill 73 slots including 23 reserved for overseas players. It is also understood that the five franchises are likely to spend more on batters, pacers, or overseas all-rounders to strengthen their batting and bowling options. The accelerated phase in the auction will begin after player number 68. Teams will be asked for their choice of players and names will be duly called out. In all, a lot of the players who got released will get picked, said a WPL insider to IANS. Apart from Deepti and Renuka, the marquee set features several high-profile names, including Meg Lanning, Alyssa Healy, Sophie Ecclestone, Laura Wolvaardt, Sophie Devine, and Amelia Kerr, ensuring intense bidding battles among teams for these proven match-winners. Outside the marquee set, players of significant interest include Nadine de Klerk, Pheobe Litchfield, Kiran Navgire, Alana King, Jess Jonassen, Georgia Voll, Danni Wyatt-Hodge, and Kashvee Gautam, who has just returned to action via the ongoing U23 T20 championship after a six-month layoff. The interest in players like Prathyusha Challuru and Anuja Patil, who have previously played for India and performed on the domestic circuit, will also be notable in franchise discussions. Regarding the teams' needs at the auction, two-time champions Mumbai Indians possess a well-rounded batting line-up led by captain Harmanpreet Kaur, complemented by proven all-rounders such as Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and Amanjot Kaur, along with uncapped wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini. They could target an experienced keeper-batter behind the stumps to add depth. Although Yastika Bhatia has registered for the auction, it will be interesting to see if MI buy her back, considering she has had an ACL surgery. MI's priority will be strengthening the bowling attack with specialised options and securing key Indian spin bowlers. The 2024 champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are expected to target a big-hitting opener to partner captain Smriti Mandhana at the top, while also prioritising the acquisition of an experienced seamer, including the possibility of bringing back Renuka, to strengthen their bowling unit. Among overseas options, Laura and Georgia are seen as strong candidates to support Smriti at the top. The franchise holds a Right-To-Match card for an uncapped player, which could be used to re-acquire leg-spin all-rounder Prema Rawat, who broke into the India A setup this year. Three-time runners-up Delhi Capitals are clearly aiming for a solid opener to partner Shafali Verma, while their retained players, Jemimah Rodrigues and Niki Prasad, along with pace-bowling all-rounders Annabel Sutherland and Marizanne Kapp, provide balance in the middle order. DC is expected to focus on strengthening its spin department and adding an experienced wicketkeeper. If DC doesnt buy back Meg, they could select either Alyssa or Laura, both of whom not only fill the opening slot but also stand out as strong captaincy contenders. Gujarat Giants, who reached the WPL playoffs for the first time this year, have three RTM cards available, though they can use them to buy back three Indian players after retaining the Australian duo of Ashleigh Gardner and Beth Mooney. In that case, Harleen, Kashvee, Priya Mishra, and Tanuja Kanwer emerge as likely options to buy back through RTM. At the mega auction, GG will also prioritise strengthening its lower order by purchasing experienced Indian batters and bolstering a bowling attack that was somewhat vulnerable last season. Meanwhile, UP Warriorz enter with a near blank slate and the largest purse, giving them considerable flexibility to rebuild after finishing at the bottom of the table last season. With batting inconsistencies and a misfiring bowling unit still fresh in memory, UPW may focus on acquiring experienced Indian players and securing overseas match-winners, while also seeking a new captain. In that case, Harleen, Kashvee, Priya Mishra, and Tanuja Kanwer emerge as likely options to buy back through RTM. At the mega auction, GG will also prioritise strengthening its lower order by purchasing experienced Indian batters and bolstering a bowling attack that was somewhat vulnerable last season. Also Read: Live Cricket Score As the focus is sharply on the mega auction floor and franchises arrive with their strategies to secure marquee names, the stage is set for newly crowned World Cup winners and other high-profile players to attract record bids. This highlights the leagues growing stature and the rising value of World Cup-winning players in the cricketing world. Article Source: IANS
De De Pyaar De 2 outperforms Laalo-Krishna Sada Sahaayate on Tuesday
De De Pyaar De 2 led the box office on Tuesday with 1.75 crore, maintaining strong momentum in its second week. The rom-com sequel's success is notable against newer releases. Gujarati blockbuster Laalo also showed remarkable consistency, earning 1.70 crore, while Mastiii 4 and Malayalam thriller Eko followed closely. Farhan Akhtar's war drama 120 Bahadur also performed steadily.
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Gujarat clears six new maritime policies to boost port competitiveness and coastal infrastructure Maritime Gateway
Gujarat model: Note on PDS aimed at making system cashless submitted
NEW DELHI: At the request of the Centre, the Gujarat government submitted a concept note outlining a model aimed at making the public distribution system (PDS) cashless and more transparent. However, implementation of this Gujarat model of a transparent and efficient PDS has encountered opposition from the national fair price shop (FPS) dealers association, which perceives it as a strategy to eliminate PDS dealerships. The concept note, seen by this newspaper, outlines how the state government will issue central bank digital currency (CBDC)/ e-rupee or digital food coupons to beneficiaries, enabling cashless, Aadhaar-authenticated delivery at FPS. The Gujarat food, civil supplies & consumer affairs department has designed the model to minimise manual intervention, enhance accountability, strengthen beneficiary safeguards and improve financial transparency. The note was shared with Sanjeev Chopra, secretary, Centres department of food and public distribution (DFPD), on November 24. These digital coupons will allow beneficiaries to purchase rations from any FPS, and it is a prerequisite step to convert the scheme into a cashless or direct benefit transfer, said Biswambhar Basu, general secretary, All India Fair Price Shop Dealers Federation (AIFPS). The current PDS system is that beneficiaries visit the FPS and use biometrics to authenticate and receive rations. In its note, Gujarat reiterated its commitment to work closely with DFPD to implement innovative, technology-driven solutions for strengthening the PDS. The note states that Gujarat proposed to issue 7 coupons every month 2 for central commodities, i.e. wheat and rice, and 5 for state commodities such as tur dal, edible oil, salt and sugar.
ASI firms up framework to end excavation delays
NEW DELHI: Learning from years of stalled excavations and delayed reports, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is preparing a structured framework to ensure that major archaeological projects no longer hinge on individual officers or collapse when they are transferred or retire. The proposed guidelines, officials said, will clearly define objectives for every excavation, establish continuity regardless of personnel changes, and impose stricter accountability across branches. At present, excavations often run on the initiative of individual officials. When one leaves, there is no coordination and the next person starts work in a completely different way, an official familiar with the plan said. These are long-term projects and must have defined goals. Once the mechanism is in place, archaeological work, excavations or museum projects will continue seamlessly, and the scope can be expanded or reduced as needed. A key focus of the overhaul is fixing the weak link that has plagued ASI for decades, the preparation and publication of excavation reports. In several cases, findings have not been submitted to ASI headquarters for years after fieldwork ended. To address this, ASI plans to enforce firm deadlines. Excavators have been told to submit a primary report within three months of completing fieldwork, supported by fortnightly updates. Analytical components that require laboratory testing can follow later. Annual reports, officials said, must also be filed on schedule and full project reports completed within three years. The Survey currently has over 20 active excavation sites, supported by six dedicated excavation branches in Nagpur, Delhi, Patna, Bhubaneswar, Vadodara and Mysore. Recent work includes the fortified ancient city at Vadnagar in Gujarat, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, and Hastinapur in Uttar Pradesh. To avoid the chronic post-fieldwork gaps that slow down documentation, excavation teams will now be required to remain on site for additional days after digging concludes. Surveyors, archaeologists, photographers, they come from different units. Once they disperse, coordination becomes difficult. The team must stay together to finish preliminary records and compile the basic report, an official said. Between 2014 and 2024, the Modi government allocated Rs 9,652 crore to ASI, including Rs 63.27 crore specifically for excavations. Major digs during this period, Rakhigarhi in Haryana, Sinauli in Uttar Pradesh, Keezhadi in Tamil Nadu, remain without published official reports. Excavators have presented findings at conferences and in interviews, but the formal documentation is still absent. In 2023, ASI told a Rajya Sabha standing committee it had received 11 reports from Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, but all of them were still under vetting. The committee urged ASI to expedite the process and make the reports public. New mandate ASI has over 20 active excavation sites, supported by six dedicated branches. Excavators to submit a primary report within three months of completing fieldwork, supported by fortnightly updates. Excavation teams required to remain on site after digging concludes, to finish preliminary records and compile basic report. Annual reports to be filed on schedule and full project reports completed within 3 yrs. From 2014 to 2024, the Modi govt allocated Rs 9,652 cr to ASI, including Rs 63.27 cr for excavations.
Gujarat confidential: Free service - The Indian Express
Gujarat confidential: Free service The Indian Express
At 24, this Gujarati girl is making a splash in natl para swimming
Study on Western Ghats warns of decline in ecological productivity
Abdul Wahab Khan Panaji : A study spanning over two decades has uncovered a paradox in the Western Ghats forest productivity is declining even as the forest cover expands, with Goa, Gujarat and Maharashtra showing concerning trends in the northern region of this critical biodiversity hotspot. The research, conducted by Sanjay Kumar, Jyothika Karkala, [] The post Study on Western Ghats warns of decline in ecological productivity appeared first on The Navhind Times .
White Revolution 2.0 targets 1L tonnes a day by 2029
Staffing consultant booked for forgery of PF receipts
VMC slaps 1L fine on contractor
PU kicks off 3rd International Folklore festival
Poppy husk worth 38L found in SUV
VMC to publish details of Vishwamitri obstructions
BCA coffers to get 49cr infusion
Penalties worth Rs 129 crore imposed in 7 states for Jal Jeevan Mission irregularities
Seven states have imposed penalties totaling around Rs 129 crore against contractors and officials for irregularities in the Jal Jeevan Mission scheme, following Prime Minister Modi's directive for zero tolerance. Gujarat leads with Rs 120 crore in penalties, with Rs 13 crore recovered so far. The government has taken action in 607 cases across 20 states and UTs.
Gujarat vs Services Next Match - indian_domestic Match 2 Fixtures & Timings - livemint.com
Gujarat vs Services Next Match - indian_domestic Match 2 Fixtures & Timings livemint.com
In Gujarat, officials highlighted how strong upper-level winds carried the ash over long distances
Hindu Couples Daring Escape From Pakistan Foiled, Caught By BSF At Border
A Pakistani Hindu couple fled Mithi village, crossed into Gujarat's Kutch, and were detained by Border Security Force near pillar 1016 after eloping due to family opposition.
Pakistani couple detained after crossing into Kutch
This is the second such incident in two months along the India-Pakistan border in Gujarat
'Drugs worth Rs 16,000 crore seized in 4 years in Gujarat but no concrete action': Congress' Lalji Desai Deccan Herald
A young Pakistani couple, Popat and Gauri, attempted to elope to India. They fled their village and crossed the border on foot. Border Security Force personnel apprehended them in Gujarat's Kutch district. Their families had opposed their union. This incident highlights the challenges faced by couples defying family opposition. Further investigation is underway.
Did you know Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate star Karan is a CA?
Gujarati devotional drama 'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' has captivated audiences, with lead actor Karan Joshi earning widespread acclaim. Joshi, a former chartered accountant and legal consultant turned comedian, delivers a realistic and heartfelt performance as Lalji Dhansukh Parmar. His portrayal is lauded for its emotional depth and authentic innocence, making the film a must-watch.
Gujarat's fish economy booms with rising output and record exports
With Indias longest 2,340 km coastline, Gujarat has strengthened its position as the countrys second-largest marine fish producer, achieving an average output of 8.56 lakh metric tonne over the past four years
Director Ankit on Laalo: 'The film is philosophical, not political'
Filmmaker Ankit Sakhiya's 'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' has achieved remarkable box office success, elevating Gujarati cinema. Sakhiya revealed the film is a philosophical drama, born from a man's struggle and the idea of divine intervention. He emphasizes Krishna represents joy and living, inspiring the film's uplifting music. Sakhiya is cautious about a sequel, prioritizing truthful divinity over forced continuation.
Pakistani couple elopes, crosses into Kutch on foot; detained by BSF
Kutch (Gujarat), Nov 25: A Pakistani man and his girlfriend eloped from their homes and made an arduous journey on foot to the India-Pakistan border in Gujarats Kutch district, only to be detained by the security forces. According to the police, personnel from the Border Security Force (BSF) detained Popat (24) and Gauri (20) after they crossed the international border on Monday. Popat and Gauri had fled their village in Pakistan, 8 km away from the international border, on Sunday [] The post Pakistani couple elopes, crosses into Kutch on foot; detained by BSF appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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The Hayli Gubbi volcano in northern Ethiopia erupted after 12,000 years, and ash from the volcano reached India via the Arabian Sea on Monday, drifting towards the capital Delhi around midnight. It also moved through several states including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana.
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The cloud, carried by strong upper-level winds, passed over Gujarat, Rajasthan, northwest Maharashtra, Delhi-NCR, Haryana and Punjab, before gradually moving towards the Himalayas
Ethiopia volcano eruption disrupts flights in India; ash cloud to clear by evening
Indian carriers Air India and Akasa Air have canceled several flights following the eruption of Ethiopias long-dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano, which sent ash plumes high into the atmosphere, with the ash now drifting over portions of Indian airspace, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Air India has cancelled 13 flights since Monday after Indias aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), issued an advisory instructing carriers to avoid routes affected by volcanic ash. The airline also began precautionary inspections of aircraft that had flown over potentially impacted regions. Akasa Air also cancelled several flights, including services to Jeddah, Kuwait and Abu Dhabi, as the ash plume spread across parts of the Middle East and South Asia. An official told PTI that at least 7 international flights, including arrivals and departures, were cancelled and 12 international flights were delayed at the Delhi airport due to the impact of the volcanic ash plumes. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the ash cloud is now drifting eastward and is expected to exit Indian airspace by around 7:30 pm on Tuesday, moving toward China. Forecast models indicated that the plume may influence skies over Gujarat, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana, with the potential to temporarily worsen pollution levels in these regions. The disruption follows the eruption of the Hayli Gubbi shield volcano in Ethiopias Afar region on Sunday. Dormant for over 10,000 years, the volcano produced a massive ash column rising roughly 14 km (45,000 ft) into the atmosphere. The plume subsequently travelled eastwards across the Red Sea, moving over Yemen, Oman, Pakistan and parts of India. (With inputs from PTI)
Ash cloud from Ethiopia volcano to clear India by 7.30 pm: IMD
Ash plumes from the recent eruption of the Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia impacted flight operations in India on Monday; Forecast models indicated ash influence over Gujarat, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana on Tuesday
Delhi worst in PM2.5 pollution; 447 districts breach national air quality norm: Report
Delhi recorded the highest PM2.5 pollution levels in India, with an annual average concentration of 101 micrograms per cubic metre, 2.5 times the national limit and 20 times the WHO guideline, according to a new satellite-based assessment by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). Chandigarh logged the second-highest PM2.5 level at 70 micrograms per cubic metre between March 2024 and February 2025, followed by Haryana (63) and Tripura (62). Several other states, including Assam (60), Bihar (59), West Bengal (57), Punjab (56), Meghalaya (53) and Nagaland (52), also surpassed the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) of 40 micrograms per cubic metre. Overall, 447 of 749 districts, about 60 per cent breached the annual PM2.5 limit. Pollution was highly concentrated in specific regions, with Delhi and Assam each contributing 11 of the 50 most polluted districts. Bihar and Haryana followed, with seven each. Other states in the top tier included Uttar Pradesh (4), Tripura (3), Rajasthan (2) and West Bengal (2). In several regions, every monitored district exceeded national norms, including Delhi, Assam, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Jammu & Kashmir. Many others had an overwhelming majority of districts above the threshold, such as Bihar (37 of 38), West Bengal (22 of 23), Gujarat (32 of 33), Nagaland (11 of 12), Rajasthan (30 of 33) and Jharkhand (21 of 24). Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep were excluded due to insufficient monitoring data. (With inputs from PTI)
Laalo-Krishna Sada Sahaayate inches towards Rs 75 crore mark
Gujarati cinema's resurgence is highlighted by 'Laalo - Krishna Sada Sahaayate,' which has achieved an extraordinary box office run. The film, after 46 days, has grossed Rs 74.85 crore, driven by exceptional word-of-mouth and repeat viewership. Its unconventional growth, especially in weeks 4 and 5, has propelled it to become the highest-grossing Gujarati film, nearing the Rs 75 crore milestone.
Ethiopia Volcano Eruption: Hazards Of Ash Cloud & How To Prepare As It Enters India
Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted after 12000 years, sending a massive ash cloud toward Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi, and the Himalayas.
Ash cloud from Ethiopia volcano to clear India by 7.30 p.m.: IMD
Forecast models indicated ash influence over Gujarat, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana on November 25, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said
Dec 14 rally against vote theft a pure Congress show
NEW DELHI: INDIA bloc constituents will not take part in the December 14 rally being organised by the Congress to protest against the Election Commission of India (ECI)s alleged vote theft. Party leaders insist that it will be a purely Congress affair and the decision to go solo was firmed up at the AICC review meeting early last week. A senior Congress leader told this newspaper that the rally at Ramlila Maidan would be completely a Congress show aimed at conveying that the party has consistently been at the forefront of exposing irregularities in the electoral process. We have been campaigning on this issue for months and has collected five crore signatures from across the country against vote chori. The party has invested its organisational strength on the matter. This protest is specifically our initiative, the leader said, adding that the party is expecting a huge turnout driven by state units that have been asked to mobilise workers from constituencies where alleged irregularities have surfaced. According to sources, the decision was finalised during the AICC review meeting chaired by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge with key office-bearers from 12 states and Union Territories (UT), where the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls is underway. The meeting was attended by former party president Rahul Gandhi, AICC general secretaries, state unit chiefs, Congress Legislature Party leaders and secretaries of 12 states and UTs where the SIR is underway. The states and UTs are Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep. Among these, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Kerala and West Bengal will go to polls in 2026. Phase 2 of the SIR exercise began on November 4 and will continue till December 4. The party has alleged that the EC is now a blatantly partisan player that is completely destroying the very concept of a level-playing field for all political parties. After the EC rolled out the second phase of the SIR on October 27, opposition-ruled states Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala have escalated their objections to the ECs move by seeking legal options. Despite being a key constituent of the INDIA bloc and a primary opposition party, the Congress had not convened a joint meeting or crafted a coordinated strategy with its alliance partners on the SIR issue until now. On Sunday, Congress leader and Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the EC, linking the ongoing SIR directly to the deaths of 16 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) over nearly three weeks. Gandhi alleged that the ECs rushed, paperwork-heavy process is a deliberate ploy to harass citizens and enable voter fraud. Decision finalised during AICC review meeting According to sources, the decision was finalised during the AICC review meeting chaired by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge with key office-bearers from 12 states and Union Territories (UT). The meeting was attended by former party president Rahul Gandhi, AICC general secretaries, state unit chiefs, Congress Legislature Party leaders and secretaries of 12 states and UTs where the SIR is underway.
Adanis $1.2 billion copper smelter caught up in global ore shortage
Gautam Adani's new $1.2 billion copper smelter in Gujarat is operating at a fraction of its capacity due to a global ore supply shortage. Kutch Copper Ltd. has imported less than a tenth of the required raw material, facing challenges from mine disruptions and China's expanding smelting capacity.
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Gujarat cops examine 31,834 accused arrested for serious offences
In a proactive move to enhance state security, Gujarat Police launched a comprehensive verification initiative, scrutinizing over 31,000 individuals linked to anti-national activities spanning thirty years. This initiative was propelled by recent terrorist crackdowns and a devastating explosion in New Delhi.
Gujarat police complete verification of 31,834 people booked for anti-national activities
In the verification that followed, 11,880 were found to be living at the addresses listed in the case files, while 2,326 had died
5 Tourists Killed, 7 Hurt As Gujarat Bus Falls Into Gorge In Tehri
The accident occurred near the Kunjapuri Temple in the Narendranagar hills of Tehri district. According to information shared by the District Disaster Management Department, all 29 passengers on board the bus were tourists from Gujarat.
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New Delhi: Ninety-five per cent of the families of the 171 Dreamliner, which crashed just minutes after take-off in Ahmedabad, have received interim compensation, said Air India CEO Campbell Wilson on Monday. Air India Flight 171 en route from Ahmedabad Airport in Gujarat to London Gatwick Airport in the UK crashed 32 seconds after takeoff 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 .
Five killed, 13 injured in bus crash near Kunjapuri temple in Uttarakhand
DEHRADUN: At least five pilgrims were killed in a road accident while returning from the historic Kunjapuri Temple in Uttarakhand's Tehri district on Monday. The incident occurred as the bus was returning from the Kunjapuri Devi Temple, located about 23 km from Rishikesh. Authorities confirmed five fatalities at the scene. Five people have tragically died in this accident, confirmed ASP J R Joshi of Tehri Garhwal. A total of 17 people were injured and rushed to nearby hospitals. State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams were immediately dispatched to the location, where the bus reportedly fell approximately 70 meters into the ravine near Hindolakhal. Five teams from SDRF posts, including Dhalwala and Koti Colony, were immediately deployed to the site, stated SDRF Commandant Arpan Yaduvanshi. The victims who sustained injuries are reportedly from various states, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Haryana. According to sources involved in the rescue, the accident happened when the bus lost control shortly after the driver started the engine. The vehicle, carrying 18 out of the total 28 passengers, subsequently plunged 80 to 100 meters into the gorge. Four women and one man were pronounced dead on arrival. Thirteen of the injured were initially taken to Suman Hospital in Narendranagar. Due to the severity of their condition, five critically injured passengers were later referred to AIIMS Rishikesh for advanced care. Local officials, including Tehsildar Ayodhya Prasad Uniyal and Deputy Superintendent of Police Surendra Singh Bhandari, rushed to the site to oversee relief operations. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed deep sorrow over the incident. The news of the bus accident near Narendranagar Kunjapuri Temple in Tehri is extremely heartbreaking, the Chief Minister stated. I pray that the departed souls find peace at the lotus feet of the Lord and that the bereaved families are granted the strength to bear this immense sorrow. I am in constant contact with local officials regarding the treatment of the injured. The Kunjapuri Temple is a revered spot, believed to be one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, where the chest (Kunj) of Goddess Sati is said to have fallen. Police have initiated an investigation into the exact cause of the horrific crash.
BJP Gen Sec meets family of late ex-CM Rupani amid internal rifts, sparks political speculation
AHMEDABAD: BJP National General Secretary B L Santosh on Monday became the first national leader to visit the former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani's residence after the funeral-expense controversy, triggering political chatter across Saurashtra. The BJP's 22-minute closed-door meeting with Anjaliben Rupani has revived speculation of the Rupani familys re-entry into the BJP power structure and amplified whispers about internal fault lines. The BJPs high-profile Saurashtra zone meeting at Kamalam in Rajkot chaired by National General Secretary B L Santosh and Gujarat President Jagdish Vishwakarma was meant to project organisational unity ahead of crucial SIR-related political planning. Before stepping into the meeting, B L Santosh drove straight to the residence of former Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who died in the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash. Santosh, along with Ratnakar and Vishwakarma, met with Anjali. The gesture signalled a recalibration of Delhis equation with the influential Rupani family. Rajkot city BJP president, considered aligned with the Bharat Boghra faction, was made to wait outside. Insiders said this move was deliberate, strategic and deeply symbolic. After the hushed meeting ended, Rishabh Rupani touched the feet of B L Santosh and Vishwakarma, a gesture that did not go unnoticed in local political circles. Sources say B L Santoshs real mission was to understand Anjalibens mind, and insiders insist he succeeded. Speculation is rife that the party may soon offer a key organisational role to a member of the Rupani family, a development that could reorder local power equations. This renewed engagement comes months after the most jarring controversy since Rupanis passing. After the former CMs state-level funeral on June 16, 2025 , traders who helped organise the procession revealed they were asked to collect the expenses from the Rupani family, not the BJP triggering public outrage and exposing deep internal fissures. During the dispute, city president repeatedly refused to comment, saying only that the matter will be taken to the high command. The silence was read as factional defensiveness, with the Rupani camp accusing the Boghra faction of sidelining them. Even during Amit Shahs recent Rajkot visit, old Rupani loyalists including Nitin Bhardwaj and Dhansukh Bhanderi were seen by his side, fuelling talk that Delhi still values the old guard. Political observers now believe B L Santoshs visit could mark the beginning of a strategic revival of this faction. Once, the Rupani group controlled key levers from the municipal corporation to organisational committees, but internal rifts had pushed them into a passive role. If they re-enter the field, insiders believe the BJP could consolidate its base ahead of local elections, especially with the Old Guard returning to action. However, Anjaliben Rupani dismissed all speculation with calm precision. There was no political discussion, she told the media. He just came for a condolence visit. It has been six months since Rupani Saheb passed away. She added And when asked whether she herself might become politically active, she answered sharply: We are party workers. We will do as the party says. Echoing her words, Rajkot BJP spokesperson Raju Dhruv clarified that the visit was purely emotional, adding: Vijaybhai was a former Chief Minister and a committed BJP worker. The party still feels his absence deeply. Santosh ji went only to console the family.
Another BLO found dead under suspicious circumstances at her residence in Gujarat
AHMEDABAD: A 26-year-old BLO and Surat Municipal Corporation technical assistant, Dinkal Shingodawala, was found unconscious in her bathroom and later declared dead at a private hospital. With a gas geyser inside the bathroom, police officials indicated the possibility of gas inhalation or suffocation as the cause of death. However, BLO workload-related deaths statewide spark concerns. Off the cuff: During SIR exercise, BLOs find some blank columns hide painful memories Dinkal, who lived with her family in Olpad taluka, was serving as a technical assistant in Surat Municipal Corporations Varachha zone while also managing the additional responsibility of Booth Level Officer (BLO) for the ongoing SIR exercise. Frantic attempts were made to save her after she collapsed in her bathroom. Her family rushed her to a private hospital in Surat, but despite immediate treatment, the young officer succumbed within minutes, raising chilling questions over whether her death was just accidental. Lock BLOs inside your house, don't let them delete names from voter list: Jharkhand minister on SIR The administrative side projected a picture of a dedicated and exceptionally fast-working officer. Deputy Collector Neha Savani, defending the work conditions, said, BLO Dinkals work report was very good. She completed AIR tasks very quickly and had already achieved 45% of her assigned work. Her statements underline a critical contradiction, while officers insist there was no undue pressure. The tally of sudden BLO deaths is rising, with earlier cases involving suicides and heart attack-linked deaths among teachers. Police have registered a case of accidental death and sent the body for postmortem, a report that will determine whether this was a tragic household mishap or a preventable loss linked to systemic strain. Hasty SIR implementation reminiscent of demonetisation and Covid lockdown, says Congress on BLO deaths
Laalo... box office: Rs 50-lakh film's 14,000% profit shakes up Gujarati cinema
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Congress Takes Swipe At PM Over Rupees Free Fall
NEW DELHI, Nov 24: The Congress on Monday took a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rupees free fall in relation to the dollar and recalled his 2013 remarks as then Gujarat chief minister in which he had mocked the UPA dispensation. The rupee opened at 89.46 against the US dollar before rising to 89.17, up 49 paise from its previous close. The rupee had plunged 98 paise to close at its lifetime low of 89.66 against the [] The post Congress Takes Swipe At PM Over Rupees Free Fall appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress takes swipe at PM Modi as rupee nears 90 per USD amid steep decline
The Congress on Monday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the rupees sharp depreciation against the US dollar, recalling his own remarks from 2013 when he had targeted the then UPA government over the currencys slide. The rupee opened at 89.46 against the dollar and later strengthened slightly to 89.17, gaining 49 paise from its previous close. On Friday, however, the currency had witnessed a dramatic plunge of 98 paise, ending the day at a lifetime low of 89.66. The fall was attributed to strong demand for the US dollar in the domestic forex market, heavy selling pressure in both local and global equities, and lingering uncertainties linked to global trade. Congress general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh took a dig at the government on X, remarking that the rupee was in free fall and on the verge of breaching the 90-per-dollar mark. He also questioned whether the prime minister remembered his comments from July 2013, when as Gujarat chief minister, Modi had mocked the UPA for failing to protect the currency. The rupee continues its free fall in relation to the dollar. It is now about to breach the 90 rupees to the $ low. Does the PM recall what he himself had said in July 2013? pic.twitter.com/TQhP3afTUF Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) November 24, 2025 Sharing an old video clip from that period, Ramesh highlighted Modis remark, Look at how fast the rupee is falling. Sometimes it seems there is a competition between the rupee and the government in Delhi over whose dignity drops faster. Fridays slide marked the rupees steepest single-day fall in more than three years. The last comparable drop was on February 24, 2022, when the currency had fallen 99 paise against the dollar. (With inputs from PTI)
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NEW DELHI: Chief Electoral Officers (CEOs) have given standing instructions to ensure the welfare of government employees working under their administrative supervision, sources in the Election Commission of India (ECI) said. The clarification comes amid growing uproar over a number of deaths and suicides among Booth Level Officers (BLOs) in states where the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is under way. They said that in line with the instructions issued to them, the CEOs are looking into the cases of reported deaths and seeking detailed reports from the respective District Collectors while investigating the cases. The sources said, the question of SIR work-related pressure should not be there, as each of the BLOs is given responsibility of distributing and collecting enumeration forms not more than 1,000, as for nearly 51 crore voters, there are five lakh BLOs in the field. However, since cases of deaths and suicides are being reported from West Bengal, Kerala, Gujarat and Rajastan, the CEOs and the District Returning Officers (DROs) are made responsible to ensure welfare of government employees working under their supervision, the sources said. During the past few days, cases of several deaths have been reported from different states. Ruling parties in the opposition-ruled states have demanded postponement of the exercise, as Congress president Mallikarjun Kharde termed the SIR as an imposed oppression and a deliberate ploy under which citizens are being harassed, which is reminiscent of demonetisation and the COVID-19 lockdown. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that chaos has been created across the country in the name of the SIR of electoral rolls. The result? Sixteen BLOs have lost their lives in three weeks. Heart attacks, stress, suicide - SIR is not a reform, it is an imposed oppression, he said in a post in Hindi on X. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee shot off a letter to Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar recently urging him to take immediate corrective measures to prevent loss of lives owing to SIR-related stress and work pressure. Now, I am compelled to write to you as the situation surrounding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) has reached a deeply alarming stage. The manner in which this exercise is being forced upon officials and citizens, it is not only unplanned and chaotic, but also dangerous, the West Bengal CMO told the CEC in the letter. Hasty SIR implementation reminiscent of demonetisation and Covid lockdown, says Congress on BLO deaths
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel presents development works worth over Rs 680 crore - The News Mill
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