HC dismisses Yusuf Pathan's plea over Vadodara land claim
The Gujarat high court on Monday dismissed as withdrawn a plea of former India cricketer and Lok Sabha MP Yusuf Pathan's appeal against a single judge order passed in August last year, calling him an encroacher on a piece of government land in Vadodara.
New Delhi, August 31: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urged investors on Monday to explore opportunities in Gujarats emerging sectors, including green hydrogen, hydrogen storage, data centers, and semiconductors. He emphasized that Gujarats robust business culture and adaptability to changing economic conditions have made it an attractive destination for investment. Mandaviya spoke at the curtain-raiser event ... Read more Gujarats Investment Potential in Green Hydrogen and Emerging Sectors Highlighted by Mansukh Mandaviya
Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], August 31: The Sakshamthad Foundation has been awarded the 8th National Humanitarian Excellence Award 2026 in the NGO of the Year, Education, Skill Development & Community Empowerment category, for its consistent contribution toward social welfare, community development and empowerment of the vulnerable communities. The award was given in New Delhi on 15 []
Bhupendra Patel invites global, domestic investors to participate in VGGS
Gujarat highlights opportunities in semiconductors, green energy, data centres and manufacturing as it gears up for the 11th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in January 2027
5 Convicts Sentenced To Life Imprisonment In 2024 Gang Rape Case In Gujarat
To support the minor survivor's recovery and long-term rehabilitation, the court awarded her a financial compensation of 10 lakh.
Family from Kutch Dedicates Son to Divine Service at Valinath Dham
Mehsana, August 31: A remarkable display of devotion and dedication has emerged from the renowned pilgrimage site of Tarabh in Gujarats Mehsana district. A family from Mokhana village in the Anjar tehsil of Kutch has dedicated their youngest son to the path of religion and service. Vishabhai Karamshibhai Nagjibhai and his family arrived at Valinath ... Read more Family from Kutch Dedicates Son to Divine Service at Valinath Dham
Gujarat expects over 75,000 crore in investments this year: ASSOCHAM
Southeast and East Asian businesses are expected to show strong interest in Gujarat, with Japan, South Korea, Vietnam and Indonesia highlighted.
At Vibrant Gujarat Curtain-Raiser, Bhupendra Patel Invites Global Investors
Addressing the curtain-raiser for the 11th Vibrant Gujarat summit, he said the state provides a stable policy environment, talented youth, effective governance, scale and transparency.
Bihar, Jharkhand sign Sone water-sharing agreement in presence of Home Minister Amit Shah
New Delhi, Aug 31: In the presence of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah, an MoU was signed between Bihar and Jharkhand on the sharing of Sone River water. Chief Minister of Jharkhand Hemant Soren, Chief Minister of Bihar Samrat Choudhary, Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Patil, the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, the Union Home Secretary, and senior officials from the Government of India and both states were present on this occasion. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah said that todays agreement between Bihar and Jharkhand has resolved a long-awaited water dispute in eastern India. He said that this agreement will provide irrigation water to lakhs of farmers in large rural areas of Bihar and Jharkhand, along with drinking water for the people. Amit Shah stated that the agreement reached today regarding the sharing of the Sone River's waters is an excellent example of the 'Team Bharat' vision and cooperative federalism championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that while all states possess their own distinct identities, if they move forward as 'Team Bharat' within the national context, there is no problem which cannot be resolved. Shri Shah added that this marks the fourth water agreement between states this year, which will enhance water availability for irrigation, rural development, and drinking purposes. Union Home Minister said that the agreement reached today to resolve the nearly 25-year-old water dispute between Bihar and Jharkhand exemplifies that any problem can be solved through dialogue conducted with the spirit of cooperative federalism. He said that issues concerning vast geographical areas, farmers, rural regions, and drinking water supplies in both states have been permanently resolved today. Amit Shah said that today's agreement would ensure the availability of adequate water for drinking and irrigation to a large population across the districts of Bhojpur, Buxar, Rohtas, Kaimur, Aurangabad, Arwal, Gaya, and Patna in Bihar. Moreover, water would become available for irrigation and drinking purposes in the Palamu, Garhwa, and other regions of Jharkhand. Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for resolving the issue of Sone River water sharing. On the initiative of Home Minister Amit Shah, long-pending water disputes between various states that had been unresolved for several decades are being resolved through the Inter-State Council, so far this year, four historic agreements have been reached. On July 7, 2026, a historic agreement regarding the settlement of outstanding payments was signed among the 'Narmada Award' beneficiary states Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh in the presence of the Union Home Minister. This agreement marks a milestone in resolving long-standing disputes among these states concerning cost-sharing for the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Project, with the outstanding dues being resolved through a one-time settlement. On June 29, 2026, a significant agreement was signed between the governments of Rajasthan and Haryana regarding the construction and implementation of the Yamuna Water Project. Under this agreement, approximately 580 MCM of water will be conveyed from the Yamuna Canal to Rajasthan via three underground pipelines. The project aims to deliver Rajasthan's share of Yamuna water from the Western Yamuna Canal through these underground pipelines. This will enable Rajasthan to effectively utilize the water allocated to it under the 1994 agreement regarding the sharing of usable surface water in the Upper Yamuna Basin. The project will ensure a continuous supply of drinking water to the arid and low-rainfall regions of Rajasthan and foster socio-economic development, thereby benefiting millions of people. On June 16, 2026, a consensus was reached among the concerned states regarding the long-pending Kishau Multipurpose Dam Project during a crucial meeting held in New Delhi under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah. During the meeting, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan agreed to a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the implementation of the Kishau Multipurpose Project. Regarding the project, the Central Government will provide 90% of the funding for the water component as central assistance, while the six states will bear the financial burden of the remaining 10%. An agreement was reached to allocate the water assigned to Himachal Pradesh to Delhi and Rajasthan in exchange for sharing the cost of the project's power component.
Gujarat extends gutkha, pan masala and tobacco ban from Sept 13
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JK Cong urges CM to intervene for hike in stipend of medical interns
Jammu, Aug 31: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hameed Karra on Monday urged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to intervene in the ongoing protest by medical interns and ensure an early and meaningful enhancement in their stipend. Jammu and Kashmir has probably emerged as the lowest-paying region for MBBS and BDS interns among the states and Union Territories listed in a comparative chart circulated by protesting medical interns, with a monthly stipend of just Rs 12,300, prompting them to launch an indefinite strike on Monday demanding its immediate revision to Rs 30,000. In a letter addressed to the chief minister, Karra said the demand of the protesting medical interns was genuine and deserved sympathetic and immediate consideration. Medical interns constitute an essential part of the healthcare delivery system and shoulder significant responsibilities in hospitals while undergoing their compulsory internship, he said. These young doctors routinely work long and demanding hours, including 36-hour shifts, attending to patients and performing their duties with dedication and commitment, Karra said. He pointed out that the stipend being provided to medical interns in Jammu and Kashmir was considerably lower than that offered in several other parts of the country. When interns elsewhere are being provided better financial support for comparable responsibilities and working hours, the demand of our medical interns for a reasonable enhancement in stipend merits serious consideration, he said. Karra urged Omar to direct the authorities concerned to engage with the protesting interns, listen to their grievances and work towards an early and satisfactory resolution of the issue. The Congress leader said positive government intervention at this stage would not only address a legitimate concern of the medical fraternity but also boost the morale of young doctors who contribute significantly to the functioning of hospitals and healthcare institutions. He hoped the government would prioritise the matter and take necessary steps for a meaningful hike in the stipend of medical interns in Jammu and Kashmir, in line with their responsibilities and the prevailing stipends in other parts of the country. The interns said their stipend had remained unchanged for nearly seven years despite repeated representations and protests, while the cost of living and stipends offered to interns in several other states had increased substantially. According to the comparative figures displayed by the interns, Odisha tops the list with a monthly stipend of Rs 44,319, followed by West Bengal at Rs 43,099 and Assam at Rs 35,000. Karnataka pays Rs 30,000, while Kerala offers Rs 27,300 and Delhi and Meghalaya Rs 26,300 each. The stipend in Telangana is listed at Rs 25,900, while Arunachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh offer Rs 25,000 each. Tamil Nadu's stipend is shown at around Rs 25,000, followed by Haryana at Rs 24,310 and Andhra Pradesh at around Rs 21,840. Gujarat, Bihar, Goa and Himachal Pradesh are listed at around Rs 20,000 a month, while Puducherry offers Rs 18,000.
Gujarat Extends Gutkha, Pan Masala Ban Till September 2027, Citing Public Health Concerns
Gujarat has extended its ban on tobacco- and nicotine-containing gutkha and pan masala for another year from September 13, citing public-health concerns.
Gujarat extends ban on sale of gutkha, paan masala till September 2027
The Gujarat government on Monday said it has extended the state-wide ban on the manufacture, storage, distribution, and sale of gutkha and paan masala containing tobacco or nicotine for another year starting September 13. According to a notification by the Commissioner of Food Safety, the prohibition - in force since 2012 - will remain in place till September 12, 2027, to protect public health. The prohibition will apply irrespective of the name under which such gutkha or paan masala is sold, and cover ingredients sold separately if they are intended to be mixed to prepare gutkha or paan masala as the final product. Citing research by Tata Memorial Hospital, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research and 'HAMER', the government said consumption of gutkha and pan masala is carcinogenic and significantly increases the risk of oral cancer. It also noted that the Global Adult Tobacco Survey report has flagged that 35 per cent of adults in the country consume tobacco, with 21 per cent using
State governments have implemented over 40,000 reforms in the past decade. Gujarat leads these efforts, enhancing the ease of doing business significantly. India is recognized as a fast-growing economy and attractive investment destination. Government initiatives and free trade agreements promote industrial competitiveness and quality. Gujarat aims for a USD 3.5 trillion economy with strong growth momentum.
Watch the song 'Damru Baaje' from Gujarati movie 'Damru' starring Sanjay Goradia, Nakshraaj and Nirav Vaidya. 'Damru Baaje' is sung by Bhoomi Trivedi and Jaysinh Gadhavi, and music of the song is given by Parth Bharat Thakkar. Lyrics of 'Damru' song 'Damru Baaje' are written by Chirag Tripathi. Hardik J Pareekh directorial 'Damru' is slated to release on October 23, 2026. 'Damru' also stars Nirali Oza, Saurab Rajyaguru, Sanjay Galsar, Maulik Chauhan, Hemang Dave and Bhargav Parmar in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Damru Baaje' song from Sanjay Goradia and Nakshraaj starrer 'Damru' watch the video.
Gujarat: Modern sports facilities planned at GIPCA ahead of CWG, Olympics
Ahmedabad Modern sports facilities are being developed at the Gujarat Institute of Prisons and Correctional Administration (GIPCA) in Ahmedabad with The post Gujarat: Modern sports facilities planned at GIPCA ahead of CWG, Olympics appeared first on Bilkul Online .
As lower banking fee kicks in, Gujarat prepares for cost-based renewable power regime
Industries can use the grid as a cheaper virtual battery from September 1, while DISCOMs must justify future banking charges with verifiable cost data from April 2027
Gir Safari Fee Hike: Permit Charges May Rise After 11 Years
Gir National Park safari may get costlier as Gujarat plans a major hike in permit fees after 11 years. Check proposed charges for Indian and foreign tourists.
40% Jump In Six Months: Gujarat Themis Biosyn Share Price Rises Over 4% In Trade. Here's Why
Gujarat Themis Biosyn stock has gained around 40% in six months after the company completed its Rs 750 crore QIP and allotted 2.11 crore new shares at Rs 354 each
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Gujarat Forensic Experts Arrive in Nepal to Identify Flood Victims
Gandhinagar, August 31: A ten-member forensic team from Gujarats National Forensic Sciences University has arrived in Nepal to assist local authorities in identifying victims of the devastating floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border. With the rising death toll and number of missing persons, DNA experts are now working on the ground. The team, led ... Read more Gujarat Forensic Experts Arrive in Nepal to Identify Flood Victims
Youth Empowerment Through Startups and Manufacturing: Jagdish Vishwakarmas Vision
Gandhinagar, August 31: Gujarat BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma stated that Indias rapidly growing startup ecosystem and manufacturing sector are creating new opportunities for the youth. He made these remarks while listening to Prime Minister Narendra Modis 137th Mann Ki Baat program with young people in Gandhinagar. Vishwakarma participated in a youth-centric event held at a ... Read more Youth Empowerment Through Startups and Manufacturing: Jagdish Vishwakarmas Vision
Ahmedabad Crime Branch Arrests Notorious Gang Member Wanted in Seven Cases
Ahmedabad, August 31: The Ahmedabad Crime Branch of Gujarat Police has apprehended a 35-year-old suspect, believed to be a member of the notorious Chhara Gang, who was wanted in multiple cases. The accused faces charges related to robbery, theft, and violations under the Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organized Crime Act, with a total of ... Read more Ahmedabad Crime Branch Arrests Notorious Gang Member Wanted in Seven Cases
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Gujarat to Develop Modern Sports Facilities at GIPCA Ahead of Olympics and Commonwealth Games
Ahmedabad, August 31: The Director General of Police (DGP) (Crime) K.L.N. Rao announced on Sunday that modern sports facilities are being developed at the Gujarat Institute of Prisons and Correctional Administration (GIPCA) in Ahmedabad. This initiative aims to meet the training needs ahead of the upcoming Olympic and Commonwealth Games. During the National Sports Day ... Read more Gujarat to Develop Modern Sports Facilities at GIPCA Ahead of Olympics and Commonwealth Games
Two minors sexually abused in separate incidents, accused arrested
Contractor kidnapped for ransom in Jhagadia, four booked
Rat caught feasting on puff at food stall in Surat railway station
Oldest Trick In RSS Playbook: Owaisi Slams Mohan Bhagwat's Hindu-Muslim Unity Call In New York
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has criticised RSS chief Mohan Bhagwats remarks on Hindu-Muslim unity, questioning the RSSs position on minorities. Bhagwat, speaking at a One World One Humanity event in New York, said that a Hindu cannot believe Muslims should have no place in Bharat, stressing that all human beings have dignity and that different paths lead to the same goal. Owaisi alleged that Bhagwats remarks presented a different image of the RSS from views expressed by its past thinkers and writers. He cited writings associated with Keshav Baliram Hedgewar and MS Golwalkar while raising allegations concerning minorities, democracy and the RSSs role during the freedom struggle. Owaisi also referred to the 2002 Gujarat riots, UCC, anti-conversion laws and UAPA, and urged Bhagwat to recite extracts from RSS-linked writings for public scrutiny.
DNA Experts Reach Flood-Hit Nepal, Gujarat Team Ready For Identification
The Gandhinagar team will handle all incoming biological specimens and run DNA matching procedures around the clock as soon as the initial batches arrive from Nepal.
Gujarat Chief Minister Engages with Booth Workers During PM Modis Mann Ki Baat Broadcast
Ahmedabad, August 30: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel participated in the 137th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modis Mann Ki Baat program on Sunday. He joined booth-level workers, local leaders, and residents in the Thaltej area of Ahmedabad. The event focused on grassroots participation, youth involvement, and initiatives related to nation-building. Patel attended a collective ... Read more Gujarat Chief Minister Engages with Booth Workers During PM Modis Mann Ki Baat Broadcast
Indian refiners have supplied as much as 1 million barrels of gasoline to Russia over the past two months, with most of the shipments coming from Gujarat's Vadinar refinery, according to trade sources cited by PTI.
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Nepal Flood: 24 Gujaratis Missing, NFSU Team Sent to Identify Victims
Nepal floods: Around 24 Gujarati tourists are missing after the disaster. A 10-member NFSU team from Gandhinagar has been sent to help identify victims.
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New Delhi , August 30 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted Mumbai-based Krishna Seshadri's initiative, India's Interactive Historical Atlas, to make the country's history more accessible and interesting. He also urged citizens, especially young people and content creators, to contribute to the campaign for a drug-free Bharat. In the 137th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi spoke on Seshadri's initiative, 'BharatRajya' saying, You go to this website, choose any one year, and you will get to know who ruled which part of Bharat at that time. This was done by Mumbai's Krishna Sheshadri. The Prime Minister said he came across Seshadri's initiative on social media on the occasion of Ashadha Ekadashi and found the idea interesting. The website, allows users to select a particular year and learn about the rulers and kingdoms that existed in different parts of India during that period. PM Modi praised Seshadri's effort and said, His effort will not only be beneficial for students of history, but it will also help us learn history in an interesting manner. Designed to make the complex geopolitical history of the Indian subcontinent engaging and accessible, the website allows users to seamlessly navigate through more than a thousand districts across multiple centuries of structural and political transformations. The website features a dynamic slider spanning thirteen centuries - from 700 CE to the present day - allowing users to enter any specific year to track shifting borders and territorial expansions in real-time. Rather than providing generalised maps, the custom database maps exactly who held power at a micro-level, showing transitioning borders between prominent regimes - including the Mughal Empire, Maratha Empire, and regional princely states. Built with a strict educational mission, the platform's underlying mapping data is completely open-source under a Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license. This allows students, teachers, content creators, and media houses to freely copy, remix, and print the map layouts without requiring prior permission or copyright clearance. The PM also spoke to Seshadari, the Mumbai developer who having no prior professional coding experience, he utilized modern generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to write the complex code and build the feature-rich database from scratch. During PM's MKB programme at the end of the conversation, when the PM asked Seshadri on what other hobbies he had apart from creating the history website, the Mumbai developer said, I am a boring type of person who remains immersed in history and techonolgy. This elicited laughter from the PM Modi who wished Seshadari and wrapped up the conversation. During the episode, the Prime Minister also spoke about the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, which he said is gaining momentum across the country. The goal is clear--drug-free youth, drug-free India, PM Modi said, emphasising the collective resolve to ensure the health, happiness and bright future of the country's youth. He said drug addiction does not affect only an individual, but its consequences are felt by the entire family and society. The Prime Minister commended those working to create awareness about drugs and helping people struggling with addiction. He also urged citizens to come up with creative ways to spread the message of a drug-free life. Can our young musicians make a song which contains the message of a drug-free life? he asked, while encouraging students and theatre groups to create short plays highlighting the dangers of drugs and ways to overcome addiction. PM Modi also called upon content creators to produce material in different Indian languages and share it on social media. There is no dearth of excellent content creators in India, he said, adding that creative efforts can sometimes be more effective than formal campaigns. Meanwhile, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi listened to the 137th episode of Mann Ki Baat in Bhubaneswar. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also listened to the programme in Guwahati, while Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel heard the Prime Minister's address in Ahmedabad. (ANI)
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India emerges as key petrol supplier to Russia amid Ukrainian attacks
India has emerged as a key supplier of gasoline (petrol) to Russia amid a surge in Russian fuel imports triggered by Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, ship tracking data showed. Russia's seaborne gasoline imports surged to a record around 125,000 barrels per day (kbd) in August, equivalent to a projected 470,000 tonnes for the month, as repeated attacks on its refineries disrupted domestic fuel production, according to energy analytics firm Vortexa. Indian refiners supplied as much as 1 million barrels of gasoline in the last two months, trade sources said. The supplies essentially came from Vadinar refinery in Gujarat, operated by Nayara Energy, which is half owned by Russia's Rosneft. Since 2022, India has pivoted towards Russia to meet a bulk of its crude oil -- raw material for making fuels like petrol and diesel. India's purchases of Russian crude oil hit a record high as the conflict in the Gulf squeezes supply from other sources. India imported more than 2.6 million ...
India emerges as key petrol supplier to Russia as refinery attacks disrupt fuel supplies
Indian refiners supplies as much as 1 million barrels of gasoline in the last two months. The supplies essentially come from Vadinar refinery in Gujarat, operated by Nayara Energy, which is half owned by Russia's Rosneft
PM Modi attends Yoga programme in Tashkent, shares glimpses from Uzbekistan visit
Tashkent , August 30 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attended a yoga programme organised by the 'Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan' in Tashkent. PM Modi also shared glimpses of the warm welcome accorded to him upon his arrival in the Uzbek capital. In a post on X, sharing glimpses from his visit, Prime Minister Modi said, A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community...Here are highlights from yesterday in Tashkent. Earlier on August 15, in his Independence Day address to the nation, PM Modi said India's 'soft power' is the seventh strength of Saptadhara, highlighting Yoga, handicrafts, films, animation, gaming, digital content and the broader creative sector as key strengths. The Prime Minister is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan, i.e., from August 29 to 30. He landed in Tashkent on Saturday for his fourth visit to the Central Asian nation. Later in the day, PM Modi will hold delegation-level talks with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. Upon his visit, landmark buildings across the Uzbek capital, including the iconic Hilton Hotel, were lit in the vibrant tricolour hues of the Indian national flag on Saturday. The Prime Minister was received with high energy and intense enthusiasm by members of the Indian diaspora, who hosted a cultural welcome featuring traditional dance performances and a fusion of Indian and Uzbek traditions. Reflecting on the event, PM Modi lauded the artistry on X, highlighting performances by the Bollywood Battle Group to 'Ude Jab Jab Zulfein Teri,' a fusion of Kathak with the energetic Andijan Polka, and a Kathak presentation by students of the Lal Bahadur Shastri Centre for Indian Culture. He said, The community welcome in Tashkent was a delightful celebration of India-Uzbekistan cultural ties! It included a performance by the Bollywood Battle Group on the evergreen 'Ude Jab Jab Zulfein Teri,' a fusion of Kathak and the energetic Andijan Polka, Kathak performance by students of the Lal Bahadur Shastri Centre for Indian Culture. PM Modi also laid a wreath at Yangi Uzbekistan Park. During the wreath-laying ceremony, he was accompanied by Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. During the visit, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. The two leaders will review cooperation in trade and investment, defence, digital connectivity, energy, education and people-to-people domains and set the agenda for the road ahead. This marks PM Modi's fourth visit to Uzbekistan, following previous diplomatic engagements in 2015, alongside subsequent visits in 2016 and 2022 to attend SCO Summits. Bilateral and multilateral cooperation between New Delhi and Tashkent has expanded steadily over the years, highlighted by President Mirziyoyev's State Visit to India in 2018 and his participation in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in 2019. From Tashkent, at the invitation of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Zhaparov, PM Modi will travel to Bishkek to participate in the 26th SCO Summit, marking 25 years of this important organisation. (ANI)
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Janmashtami 2026 date in India: Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be celebrated onSeptember 4, not September 5. The confusion arises because the midnight birth celebration continues into September 5. Mathura, Vrindavan, Bengal and Gujarat will observe Janmashtami on September 4, while Vrindavan's Nandotsav and many Dahi Handi celebrations follow on September 5.
KU marks National Sports Day with 3-day sporting extravaganza
Srinagar, Aug 29: The University of Kashmir (KU) joined the nationwide celebrations of the 15th National Sports Day with a three-day sporting extravaganza, organised by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports (DPE&S) from August 27 to 29. The celebrations commemorated the 121st birth anniversary of legendary Indian hockey player Major Dhyan Chand and were held in pursuance of the clarion call of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Held under the national theme Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat, the celebrations featured a range of sporting, educational and awareness activities. Students from various Departments of the University participated enthusiastically in the events. While congratulating the Directorate and the participants on this occasion Vice Chancellor, KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan, in her message said that National Sports Day is an important occasion to recognise the transformative role of sports in shaping a healthy, disciplined and confident generation. She emphasised that participation in sports goes beyond physical fitness, inculcating values of teamwork, perseverance, discipline and sportsmanship among young people. Universities have an important role in nurturing sporting talent and creating greater opportunities for students to participate in sports. I hope that such initiatives would further strengthen the culture of sports at the University and inspire more young people to pursue sporting activities with dedication and enthusiasm, said the Vice-Chancellor. The celebrations began on August 27 with students joining the Khelo India Samvaad through video conference, during which Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with students, athletes and sports enthusiasts across the country. The interaction emphasised the need to foster a strong sporting culture and encourage greater participation of youth in sports. On August 28, students participated in hockey, badminton, cricket, table tennis and volleyball activities. The days sporting events were followed by a pledge to uphold sports integrity and promote clean, fair and dope-free sports. The celebrations culminated on August 29 with a sports quiz competition, which saw enthusiastic participation from students of different Departments. The quiz tested their knowledge of sports, sporting personalities, major sporting events and Indias rich sporting heritage. Registrar, KU, Prof. Naseer Iqbal, highlighted the role of the younger generation in strengthening Indias position as a global sporting powerhouse. I encourage our students to pursue sports with dedication and discipline and continue participating in sporting activities throughout the year, he said. Director DPE&S KU Prof. Raies Ahmad, delivered a presentation titled Olympic Journey: From 776 BC to 1896 AD, tracing the evolution of the Olympic Games from ancient Greece to the revival of the modern Games in Athens in 1896. Prof. Raies also spoke about Major Dhyan Chands remarkable contribution to Indian hockey and his role in inspiring generations of sportspersons. He also highlighted Indias preparations to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, describing it as an important milestone in strengthening the countrys global sporting stature. A prize distribution ceremony was subsequently held at the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports. Mementos were presented to the winners of the sports quiz, while the ground staff were also felicitated by Prof. Raies Ahmad. The event was coordinated by In-Charge M.P.Ed Programme, Dr. Basharat Ali, with assistance from Lady Sports Assistant Surjeet Kour. The proceedings of the prize distribution ceremony were conducted by Shabista, a third-semester student, while Assistant Professor Dr. Iqbal Kabir delivered the formal vote of thanks.
J&K BJP holds workshop on Seva Sankalp Abhiyan
Jammu and Kashmir BJP held a one-day workshop at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to chalk out a comprehensive roadmap for the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, marking Prime Minister Narendra Modis birthday and 25 years of his uninterrupted public service, while taking the development achievements and welfare initiatives of the Modi Government to the grassroots. As per a statement, J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, former BJP state President and former Minister in the Haryana Government and former National Secretary, BJP, O.P. Dhankar, the main speaker in the workshop, and BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul chiefly addressed the workshop. Former Deputy Chief Minister Dr Nirmal Singh, Rajya Sabha MP Er Ghulam Ali Khatana, General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra, Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan(J&K in-charge of the Abhiyan) also addressed the workshop. BJP office bearers, Morcha Presidents, District Presidents and members of the Abhiyan teams from across Jammu and Kashmir participated in the workshop. Sat Sharma, addressing the workshop, said that the Narendra Modi era has rewritten Indias development story, transforming the nation from a country struggling with policy paralysis into a confident, self-reliant and rapidly developing global power. Sat Sharma said that 2026 marks 25 years since Narendra Modi entered the highest levels of public service as Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and subsequently took the responsibility of leading the nation as Prime Minister. For 25 years, Narendra Modi has devoted himself to the service of the nation and its people. His politics is defined not by power, but by performance, service and the empowerment of the last person in society, he said.
A pro-active leader on solo march and an inertia-ridden organisation refusing to shrug-off its lethargy; it is an interesting-phenomena, dichotomous, that has landed Congress in a bind. Not the political rivals but the partys top leadership should take the blame for this confusion, showing no hurry to extricate themselves out of this situation. There is no doubt that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi is a man on the march. From a reluctant player, during his first two terms as Lok Sabha MP and in between becoming Congress president, he has come a long way to become proactive, daringly raising issues, political and societal. And above all managing to establish a connect with younger generation or the Gen Z who have steadfastly stood behind Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi during the last one decade. Squatting on a dharna outside Parliament Street Police station in support of pellet-injury hit youth, is the latest in the series of steps in this direction. The contrast between Mr Gandhi's high-profile individual outreach and the perception of a sluggish Congress party stems from deep structural decay, heavy reliance on a top-down (mostly defunct) leadership model, and disconnected regional hierarchies. When high-visibility campaigns fail to translate into organized local momentum, it exposes a disconnect between national optics and ground-level execution. This has repeatedly happened but there is no attempt to learn lessons and set the house in order. Despite his sensible interventions and thoughtful suggestions on vital national and international issues, Mr Gandhi gives an impression of still being a loner in the GOPs vast spread all over the country. That is strange enough. But why so? Does he himself need to reflect or change his approach towards the organisation by shrugging off indecisiveness? Shouldnt he adopt a proactive approach to set the party and its leaders right, as he has been doing in his solo efforts? Firstly, he must follow the dictum suggested by none other than Mr Gandhi himself. Pick up the right person for the right job with a strong rider of accountability. He needs to do this in the light of his observation that the party has been putting up the racing horse on the job to pull a cart and vice versa. Even before that while on a visit to Gujarat he had spoken about the BJP sleeper cells active in the state Congress (that scenario prevails in many states and Union Territories) and the need for heads to roll. It has been months now but the follow up action is still to come. The BJP and regional parties sleeper cells are thriving all over in the Congress network. An immediate follow up action on such counts would have given Mr Gandhi a decisive edge and created deterrence thereby making it easier for him to tone-up the organisation. if indecisiveness has portrayed his weakness, this attitude has emboldened those becoming roadblocks for the party to act more vigorously in internal sabotage. Reluctance to take hard decisions and tendency to protect even the failed horses under the garb of being favourites of someone, have become the Congresss bane. It is hard to believe that Mr Gandhi and other leaders are not aware of this malady. What is intriguing is that they are knowingly allowing such a situation to prevail at a greater cost not only to the party but the nation as well, as it weakens the position of countrys main premier opposition party in the overall democratic context. A strong reason behind Mr Gandhis loner status is that leaders around him in the AICC and PCCs have found a convenient way to shrug off their responsibilities and justify inaction by seeking refuge under the leaders umbrella. Rahul Gandhi naraz ho jayen ge (Rahul Gandhi will get annoyed) is their usual refrain to justify not taking decision in any particular situation. For instance, how could it be justified that it takes months, sometimes years to make organisational changes at the AICC or the PCCs level. It is a criminal negligence, firstly a non-performing leader is allowed to continue and secondly give him/her the organisational set up at a time when a change should have been affected, as a reward for non-performance. A case in point is the sensitive and strategic Jammu and Kashmir where Congress being a national party, other than the ruling BJP, has an important role to play but is being prevented to do so by organisational shortcomings which the high command refuses to remove. On the occasion of PCC president Mr Tariq Hamid Karra completing two-years in office, despite all the controversies he has courted due to his style of functioning and total lack of connect with the rank and file, the AICC in charge Syed Naseer Hussain rushed to Kashmir to work on providing a new organisational set-up to him as a reward. This happened in the backdrop of a controversy germinating from Mr Karras alleged no-appearance in Independence Day function held at the party office. Shouldnt completion of two-years in office be a stock taking time with Mr Karra asked to present his report card, for that reason any AICC or state/UTs functionaries? Appointment or Continuation in office shall be directly related to the performance of the incumbent which should be the thumb rule from AICC down to PCCs. Such scenario prevails in many other states and UTs with no sense of accountability attached anywhere. Apart from the states/UTs, another weak link is the non serious attitude of the some top AICC office-bearers particularly those made in charges of the states and UTs. In the absence of accountability, they are mostly living in comfort zones, at times becoming Mr Gandhis cheering brigade. How best to use the services of aging and well entrenched regional and national-level leaders, is a daunting challenge for Mr Gandhi as these leaders are making generational transition difficult. To tackle this situation, he needs to have a set of well-versed and trusted advisors rather than acting solo, which will also help in lessening over-reliance on brand-Gandhi. A classic case of this syndrome is at play in yet another sensitive border state of Punjab. The old-guard in the state is feverishly working unitedly to thwart generational change which has come in the form of Rahul Gandhi-loyalist PCC chief Mr Amrinder Singh, who like Mr Karra has also completed two years in office. Serious factionalism has risen ahead of 2027 assembly elections. No doubt the old-guard is taking undue advantage of the situation, but it is also a reflection on Mr Warrings functioning and ineffective handling by the central leadership. Such situations can only be tackled through quick and tough decisions. No matter if it involves removing a so-called loyalist in the overall interest of the party as is the case in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab.
Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy: J&K bounce back with win over Gujarat
The Jammu and Kashmir Junior Boys football team bounced back from its opening defeat to register a 1-0 victory over Gujarat in the ongoing Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy Junior Boys National Football Championship at Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. J&K junior football team, as per a statement began their campaign on 26 August with a narrow 01 defeat against Madhya Pradesh. The team showed a strong response in their second match, securing three valuable points against Gujarat with a disciplined performance. With one win and one defeat from two matches, J&K currently have 3 points in the group. The J&K team will now face Sports Authority of India (SAI) on 30 August 2026 in their third and final group-stage match. The team will look to continue its positive momentum and finish the group stage on a strong note. The team's transportation, food, lodging, uniforms, and refreshments are all provided by the J&K Sports Council.
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Isudan Gadhvi Begins Indefinite Protest, Demands Relief for Gujarat Farmers
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Gujarat aims to catch US shrimp orders with turtle-safe nets
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Gujarats Forensic Team Deployed to Nepal for Flood Victim Identification
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Ahmedabad: The Gujarat unit of Congress on Saturday, August 29, condemned the alleged assault on participants at a book-reading session in Ahmedabads Vastrapur area and called for the protection of the right to read, hold discussions and express views peacefully in public places. The reaction came a day after the local police arrested three people 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 .
Malala book-reading row: Congress calls for protection of right to read
Ahmedabad, Aug 29 (IANS) The Gujarat unit of Congress on Saturday condemned the alleged assault on participants at a book-reading session in Ahmedabads Vastrapur area and called for the protection of the right to read, hold discussions and express views peacefully in public places. The reaction came a day after the local police arrested three []
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Nepal flash floods: 25 from Gujarat, including overseas citizens, remain uncontactable
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Delhi Red Fort blast case: NIA court takes cognizance of chargesheet
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Girls from SOS Organization Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat
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Ram Madhav, Smriti Irani frontrunners for BJP
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