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Gujarats Safe Power Campaign Enhances Womens Safety with Increased Patrols

Gujarats 28-day Safe Power Campaign focused on womens safety, crime prevention, and digital security awareness. Gujarats Safe Power Campaign Enhances Womens Safety with Increased Patrols

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 8:28 pm

Who Is Anant Nag? Meet the Kannada Acting Legend Honoured With the Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024, Indias highest cinema honour, at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony held in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, on Tuesday. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award, which marks the culmination of a screen career spanning more than five decades. This years ceremony [] The post Who Is Anant Nag? Meet the Kannada Acting Legend Honoured With the Dadasaheb Phalke Award appeared first on Tfipost.com .

TFIPOST 22 Sep 2026 8:01 pm

German Green Steel, Power IPO to open on Sep 25 with price band of 132-139

German Green Steel and Power Ltd will hit the primary market on September 25 with a Rs 304-crore initial public offering (IPO), as the iron and steel maker seeks funds to expand its manufacturing capacity and invest in renewable power. In a public announcement, the Gujarat-based company has fixed a price band of Rs 132-139 per equity share for its IPO, which is scheduled to close on September 29. The IPO comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth up to Rs 290 crore and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of 10 lakh equity shares valued at Rs 13.9 crore. At the upper end of the price band, the issue size works out to around Rs 304 crore. The company has reduced its issue size as the earlier IPO plan comprised a fresh issue of up to Rs 450 crore and an OFS of up to 20 lakh equity shares. Proceeds from the fresh issue will be utilised for the expansion of the company's manufacturing facility at Samakhiyali, Kutch, Gujarat, and a hybrid wind and solar power plant, repayment of debt, and gener

Business Standard 22 Sep 2026 7:46 pm

72nd National Film Awards: Anant Nag receives Dadasaheb Phalke honour

Veteran actor Anant Nag received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 from President Droupadi Murmu at the 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat. Receiving a standing ovation, Nag dedicated the honour to Karnataka and reflected on his decades-long cinematic journey

Mid Day 22 Sep 2026 7:37 pm

Gujarat Police Cracks Down on Vehicles with Improper Number Plates

Over 18,000 cases have been filed against vehicles with incorrect number plates in Gujarat as part of a statewide crackdown. Gujarat Police Cracks Down on Vehicles with Improper Number Plates

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 7:33 pm

Gujarat Police registers over 18,000 cases in drive against vehicles with improper number plates

Gandhinagar Gujarat Police have registered 18,014 cases and detained 4,187 vehicles during a statewide drive against vehicles running without number The post Gujarat Police registers over 18,000 cases in drive against vehicles with improper number plates appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 22 Sep 2026 6:13 pm

Gujarat CM inaugurates 317-bed hospital in Tapi, lays foundation for 800-bed facility

Tapi Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday inaugurated a 317-bed transitional hospital in Vyara and laid the foundation stone for The post Gujarat CM inaugurates 317-bed hospital in Tapi, lays foundation for 800-bed facility appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 22 Sep 2026 6:09 pm

The Untold Migration To Gujarat

Their stories will go unheard, filed somewhere in the banal footnotes of history. Unwritten, untold, undocumented, notes Binu Alex.

Rediff 22 Sep 2026 5:54 pm

Ayushmann Khurrana sponsors rifle for Indian shooter Meghana Sajjanar after reading about her struggle with equipment

Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has sponsored a rifle for Indian shooter Meghana Sajjanar after learning about the athletes difficulties in accessing suitable sporting equipment. According to Sajjanar, Khurrana came across an article about her journey and decided to extend support despite not knowing her personally. Sajjanar, who competes in rifle shooting, was looking to progress to the international level when access to suitable equipment became a challenge. The support from Khurrana enabled her to acquire the equipment she needed for training and competition. The shooter recently met Khurrana and shared details of their interaction on social media. Recalling how the actor came to her aid, Meghana wrote, In our sport, precision is everything but so is the gear in your hands. A year ago, I was pushing my limits but hitting a wall without world class equipment. Then, a single news article changed everything. Ayushmann Khurrana read about my journey and stepped in out of nowhere to sponsor my rifle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meghana Sajjanar (@meghana__sajjanar) He didn't know me. We had never met. He just wanted to see an Indian athlete win on the global stage. That rifle leveled the playing field for me, allowing me to train without compromise, take on the best in the world, and achieve what I have today. Today, I finally got to meet the man who quietly backed my dreams when I needed it most. No noise, just pure support for Indian sports. Thank you for being in my corner. Jai Hind!, she added. In competitive shooting, equipment forms an important part of an athletes training and competition setup. For Sajjanar, the rifle sponsorship came as she was working towards competing at the international level. The gesture also comes amid Khurranas broader association with sports-related initiatives. In May 2026, the actor attended Commonwealth Games Day celebrations in Ahmedabad alongside Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi. The event was held as part of the build-up to the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which India is set to host. Khurrana also participated in a five-kilometre cycling rally at the event and spoke about encouraging a sporting culture among young Indians. Olympians and former Commonwealth Games medallists, including shooters Anjum Moudgil and Ankur Mittal, were also present. His latest association with Sajjanar comes through a more direct form of support, with the actor sponsoring equipment that the shooter says helped her continue her preparations for international competition. Also Read: Yeh Prem Mol Liya: Himesh Reshammiya to launch title track of Ayushmann Khurrana, Sharvari starrer live with 25-piece orchestra on September 20

Bollywood Hungama 22 Sep 2026 5:41 pm

72nd National Film Awards: I am incredibly happy, says Kartik Aaryan on his triumph

At the 72nd National Film Awards at Kevadia in Gujarat, actor Kartik Aaryan was over the moon for grabbing the Best Actor Award for Chandu Champion, a film that champions the spirit of Paralympians

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 5:37 pm

National Awards 2026: Kartik Aaryan Wins Best Actor For Chandu Champion

The 72nd National Awards ceremony took place at Kevadia in Gujarat

NDTV 22 Sep 2026 5:33 pm

National Awards 2026: Yami Gautam Wins Best Actress For Article 370, Husband Aditya Dhar By Her Side

The 72nd National Awards ceremony took place in Kevadia, Gujarat, today.

NDTV 22 Sep 2026 5:31 pm

Anant Nag Wins Dadasaheb Phalke Award at 72nd National Film Awards

President Droupadi Murmu presented the 72nd National Film Awards at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat the first time the countrys most prestigious film honours have been conferred outside New Delhi on Tuesday. The evenings defining moment belonged to veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag. After more than five decades and over 300 films, Nag received [] The post Anant Nag Wins Dadasaheb Phalke Award at 72nd National Film Awards appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 22 Sep 2026 5:20 pm

72nd National Film Awards: Mammootty Meets Aditya Dhar

Actor Mammootty, Yami Gautam, Kartik Aaryan, Dhanush and other prominent figures of the Indian cinema industry have arrived at the prestigious 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Gujarat.

Deccan Chronicle 22 Sep 2026 5:16 pm

Gujarat to Rank Government Offices on Cleanliness and Record Management

Gujarat launches a ranking system for government offices focused on cleanliness and record management under the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 initiative. Gujarat to Rank Government Offices on Cleanliness and Record Management

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 3:48 pm

Torrent Group to build 800-bed hospital & medical college in South Gujarat at 910 cr

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel on Tuesday performed the bhoomi pooja for the new hospital building, which will replace the existing 156-bed General Hospital.

The Hindu Businessline 22 Sep 2026 3:36 pm

Gujarat Police register 18,000 cases against illegal number plates

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The News Mill 22 Sep 2026 2:27 pm

72nd National Film Awards 2026: When, where to watch ceremony live

The 72nd National Film Awards will take place on September 22, 2026, in Kevadia, Gujarat, marking a historic shift as it is held outside New Delhi for the first time

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 2:26 pm

India's leading lab-grown diamonds brand - Sonani Jewels celebrates one year anniversary of its flagship store

Surat (Gujarat) [India], September 22: Sonani Jewels celebrated its first anniversary with a grand fashion showcase featuring its bridal and festive jewellery collections, bringing together fashion, celebrity style and the evolving world of lab-grown diamonds. The celebration featured talented actor Shivam Khajuria and an exclusive styling session by Bollywood stylist Kavita Kharayat.

Business Standard 22 Sep 2026 2:00 pm

National Film Awards 2026 LIVE: Ceremony begins at 3 PM; Anant Nag, Mammootty, Yami Gautam among winners

The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony is being held today, September 22, at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards to winners across various categories, recognising films released in 2024....

India TV 22 Sep 2026 1:58 pm

German Green Steel and Power IPO to open on Sep 25; price band fixed at 132-139/share

The Gujarat-based company has fixed a price band of 132-139 per equity share for its IPO, which is scheduled to close on September 29

The Hindu Businessline 22 Sep 2026 1:44 pm

Rs 49 LPA job at Big Four, father has diamond business in Gujarat: Redditor claims F-1 visa denied despite Harvard MBA admission, paid Rs 5 lakh for appointment to the agent

A Reddit user claims she paid five lakh rupees to an agent for a visa appointment. She was denied a US F-1 student visa despite Harvard MBA admission. The visa officer questioned her decision to leave a high-paying consulting job. She explained her plans to join her family's diamond business in Gujarat. Her existing US tourist visa was also cancelled without prejudice.

The Economic Times 22 Sep 2026 12:18 pm

Gujarat Biotechnology University Research Associate I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Gujarat Biotechnology University has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Research Associate I post. Eligible candidates can apply online before 05 October 2026 through the official website, gbu.edu.in.

FreeJobAlert 22 Sep 2026 11:33 am

National Awards 2026 Winners: Know all about Anant Nag, who will receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award today

Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag will be felicitated with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, today, September 22. President Droupadi Murmu will present the country's highest honour for an individual's contribution to Indian cinema during the ceremony.

India TV 22 Sep 2026 11:13 am

Sarvajanik University and Rotary Club of Surat West Successfully Conclude AI for Social Good & Peace Building Pitch Competition

Surat (Gujarat) [India], September 21: Sarvajanik University, in collaboration with Rotary District 3060 and Rotary Club of Surat West, successfully organized the Final Live Online Pitch Competition on AI for

bhaskarlive 22 Sep 2026 11:00 am

Sri Sri Wellbeing reopens in Satellite with expanded therapy and Panchakarma facilities

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 22: Sri Sri Wellbeing, the Ayurveda and wellness arm of the Sri Sri Tattva group, has reopened its centre at Satellite following a renovation and expansion.

bhaskarlive 22 Sep 2026 10:13 am

National Film Awards 2026 Live Details: When and where to watch the 72nd ceremony from Gujarat

The 72nd National Film Awards will be presented today, September 22, at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 3 pm IST, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the awards to...

India TV 22 Sep 2026 10:06 am

Where Kolkatas hilsa comes from and why its waters may shape its taste

Is Ganga hilsa really different from Padma hilsa? What is Gujarat hilsa doing in Kolkatas markets, and why did old Calcutta connoisseurs claim they could taste the stretch of river a fish came from? Following the hilsa from ocean to river to plate reveals a story of ecology, appetite and inherited taste

The Hindu 22 Sep 2026 8:12 am

Speeding SUV Strikes Pilgrims in Himatnagar, One Dead and Eleven Injured

A tragic accident in Himatnagar, Gujarat, leaves one dead and eleven injured after an SUV hits a group of pilgrims on a highway. Speeding SUV Strikes Pilgrims in Himatnagar, One Dead and Eleven Injured

Daily Kiran 22 Sep 2026 12:48 am

AI 171: British victims families seek Downing Street meeting

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:31 am

Looming worries bind weavers together

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:29 am

Private school operators protest with black bands

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:26 am

Family seeks murder charge in Dihen road-rage death

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:25 am

Two held for two burglaries

The Times of India 22 Sep 2026 12:19 am

Embroidery unit owners reject workers demand for weekly off

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 11:58 pm

Vyara to get 800-bed modern hospital, medical college

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 11:57 pm

Gujarat Police examines viral rent a garba partner posts ahead of Navratri

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 21 (IANS) Gujarat Polices Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Cell is examining social media posts offering rent a garba partner services ahead of Navratri, with police warning that such advertisements could potentially be used for online scams, phishing or other forms of cyber fraud. The posts, which have been circulating on social media platforms including Instagram, offer users the option of paying for a companion to attend garba events, go garba shopping or spend time with them during the festive season. Police said the posts came to their attention through the social media monitoring cell and are being examined to determine whether they involve any fraudulent or malicious intent. Speaking to IANS, Ahmedabad Cyber Crime DCP Dr Lavina Sinha said people should not assume that the person behind such a social media post is necessarily known to them. Such messages are going viral and trending on various social media platforms, saying that you can rent a partner. For a certain amount, you can take them to a garba venue or spend the entire day doing garba shopping. Several such posts have gone viral and have come to our attention through our social media monitoring cell, Sinha said. She cautioned that such posts could also be used to initiate interaction and establish communication with users, which could subsequently be misused. Firstly, it is not necessary that a known person is at the other end of these posts. Many times, such posts are made under the pretext of having some interaction or chatting, and this could also be misused. Once chatting takes place or some kind of communication is established, there could be other misuse, she said. Sinha said the posts also carried a potential risk of financial fraud, particularly where users are directed to make payments through links. Secondly, this can also potentially become a scam, where even after taking the payment, there is a possibility that the service for which the payment is being made may not be provided. Alternatively, through the link used for making the payment, an attempt could also be made to carry out a digital scam or cyber fraud, she said. The police warning comes after several such advertisements surfaced on social media in recent days. Reports have cited packages ranging from around Rs 500 to Rs 6,500, depending on the duration and services offered, although police are investigating the authenticity and intent behind the posts. Sinha advised people to exercise caution before making payments through social media advertisements or unfamiliar payment links. I would say that people should be cautious about making payments through any such social media posts or payment links. And if there is any suspicion of a scam, or if your money has been lost, or if you feel that your phone has been hacked after clicking on such a link, immediately contact 1930 and inform the nearest police station, she told IANS. The National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal also advises victims of financial cyber fraud to report incidents immediately through the 1930 helpline. The portal allows complaints relating to online and social media crimes, financial fraud and hacking to be reported, while suspicious website URLs, phone numbers, messaging handles and social media URLs can also be submitted for reporting. The investigation will establish whether the posts represent genuine services or are being used to facilitate cyber fraud.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 11:47 pm

Actor Kartik Aaryan visits Statue of Unity, pays tribute to Sardar Patel

Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar (Gujarat), Sep 21 (IANS) Bollywood Actor Kartik Aaryan on Monday visited the Statue of Unity at Ekta Nagar in Gujarats Narmada district and paid floral tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, while also experiencing the regions tribal culture during his visit. Aaryan was in Ekta Nagar to attend the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony, which was held in the presence of Sardar Patels Statue. During his visit to the Statue of Unity, he paid floral tribute to Patel, who is credited as the architect of Indias unity and integration. The actor also visited the viewing gallery of the 182-metre statue, from where he saw panoramic views of the Narmada River, the Satpura and Vindhya mountain ranges and the Sardar Sarovar Narmada Dam. He was also briefed about the various tourist attractions and facilities developed at the Statue of Unity and Ekta Nagar, as well as the planned tourism development works in the area. Speaking about his visit, Aaryan said: Today, I visited the worlds tallest statue, the Statue of Unity, with my family. It is a matter of pride to see the worlds tallest statue, which is a symbol of unity. Everyone should visit the Statue of Unity. He also spoke about his National Film Award, saying, My film has received its first National Award, which is a matter of pride for me. During the visit, Aaryan participated in traditional Holi and Rathwa tribal dances of Nani Devruvan, associated with Narmada and Chhota Udepur districts. The Statue of Unity Authority specially organised the performances, allowing the actor to experience the regions tribal traditions. Amit Arora, Chief Executive Officer of the Statue of Unity Area Development and Tourism Regulation Authority, honoured Aaryan with a memento and a photograph. He also briefed the actor about the Statue of Unity and various tourism projects in Ekta Nagar.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 11:10 pm

5-7 injured as speeding car hits pilgrims in Gujarat, angry crowd sets vehicle on fire

A road accident near Dolgarh Patiya in Gujarat's Sabarkantha district left around five to seven pilgrims injured after a speeding car hit people walking towards the Poonam Mela. The incident took place near Himmatnagar, where...

India TV 21 Sep 2026 11:02 pm

Kartik Aaryan Visits Statue of Unity Ahead of National Film Awards Ceremony

Kartik Aaryan shares his visit to the Statue of Unity in Gujarat ahead of receiving a National Award for Best Actor. Kartik Aaryan Visits Statue of Unity Ahead of National Film Awards Ceremony

Daily Kiran 21 Sep 2026 10:54 pm

Gujarat Deputy CM launches special buses for Bhadarvi Poonam Mela 2026

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The News Mill 21 Sep 2026 10:37 pm

Gujarat: Liquor worth Rs 86.63 lakh seized in Rajkot, eight booked

Digital Desk | Rajkot, Sep 21 (IANS) Gujarat Police's State Monitoring Cell (SMC) seized Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and beer worth Rs 86.63 lakh during a raid near the Ahmedabad-Rajkot Highway in Rajkot city on Monday, with the total value of the seized liquor, vehicle and other material put at Rs 1.10 crore, officials said. The team, led by Police Inspector P.B. Jebaliya, conducted the raid near Radhe-Krishna Hotel, close to Bamanbhor village, within the jurisdiction of Airport Police Station. According to the State Monitoring Cell, the team seized around 604 boxes of IMFL and beer containing 21,792 bottles. The liquor was valued at Rs 86,63,712. Police also seized one vehicle and other material, bringing the total value of the property recovered to Rs 1,10,91,012. The action followed directions issued by Director General of Police (DGP) G.S. Malik to take legal action against illegal liquor and gambling activities in the state. Police registered a case at Airport Police Station under Sections 65(A)(E), 81, 83, 98(2) and 116(B) of the Prohibition Act and Sections 336(2), 336(3) and 340(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. Eight people have been named as accused in the case; one has been arrested, while seven are wanted. The arrested accused has been identified as Dilipsinh Rawat, a resident of Sobiyana village in Beawar, Rajasthan. The seven wanted accused include Jitendrasinh Singh, a resident of Thikarwas, Kalan, in Rajasthan's Rajsamand district; Suresh, a truck owner; and an unidentified associate of Jitendrasinh in Chandigarh. Police have also named an unidentified person who allegedly took a four-wheeler to load the liquor, another unidentified person who arrived on a motorcycle carrying a transport slip, and an unidentified person who allegedly ordered the liquor consignment in Rajkot. Further investigation into the seizure and the persons named as wanted accused is underway, the State Monitoring Cell said.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 10:15 pm

President Murmu arrives in Ekta Nagar ahead of 72nd National Film Awards

Ekta Nagar President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Ekta Nagar in Gujarats Narmada district on Monday, ahead of the 72nd National The post President Murmu arrives in Ekta Nagar ahead of 72nd National Film Awards appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 21 Sep 2026 9:41 pm

BASF mulls investment in MDI production facility at Dahej in Gujarat

BASF has secured industrial land in Dahej for the potential MDI complex, with the final investment decision subject to the feasibility study and necessary approvals

Business Standard 21 Sep 2026 9:22 pm

Maruti Suzuki rises on achieving 1 million vehicle dispatches through in-plant railway sidings in Gujarat, Haryana

Mumbai, September 21 (Udaipur Kiran): Maruti Suzuki India is currently trading at Rs. 12190.00, up by 45.00 points or 0.37% from its previous closing of Rs. 12145.00 on the BSE. The scrip opened at Rs. 12103.15 and has touched a high and low of Rs. 12225.00 and Rs. 12103.15 respectively. So far 88632 shares were ... Read more Maruti Suzuki rises on achieving 1 million vehicle dispatches through in-plant railway sidings in Gujarat, Haryana

Udaipur Kiran 21 Sep 2026 8:28 pm

Video: Speeding Car Rams Pilgrims, Mob Sets It On Fire On Gujarat Highway

Nearly five to seven pilgrims were hit by the vehicle while walking along a busy four-lane highway, leaving several injured in the sudden crash.

NDTV 21 Sep 2026 8:26 pm

Prez Murmu to present 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat tomorrow

Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar, Sept 21 (IANS) The 72nd National Film Awards will be presented at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on Tuesday, marking the first time the prestigious awards are held outside the national capital as the Centre takes the ceremony to different parts of the country. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards on September 22, recognising achievements in Indian cinema for 2024. Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 for his contribution to Indian cinema and a career spanning more than five decades. The government announced the award earlier this month on the recommendation of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award Selection Committee. Instituted in 1954, the National Film Awards recognise excellence in feature films, non-feature films and writing on cinema. The awards cover films and filmmaking across India's languages, regions and cinematic forms. Among the major honours for the 2024 film year, 'Article 370' has been selected as the Best Feature Film, while 'Bhangaar' has won Best Non-Feature Film and 'Ram-Nami' has been named Best Documentary. Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan will share the Best Actor in a Leading Role award for 'Bramayugam' and 'Chandu Champion', respectively. At the same time, Yami Gautam has been selected as Best Actress in a Leading Role for 'Article 370'. Randeep Hooda will receive the Best Debut Film of a Director award for 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar'. The awards will also recognise several commercially successful and critically noted films. 'Kalki 2898 AD' has won the award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, while 'Amaran' has received the Best Direction award for director Rajkumar Periasamy. 'Captain Miller' has been recognised as the Best Feature Film Promoting National, Social and Environmental Values. Other films receiving honours in different categories include 'Pushpa: The Rule Part-02', 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' and 'Stree 2'. The awards also span languages including Marathi, Santhali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Tulu and Garhwali. A Santhali film will be honoured in the Non-Feature Film section for the first time in the history of the awards, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The ceremony at Ekta Nagar, formerly Kevadia, is part of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's decision to hold future National Film Awards in different states and cities, rather than restricting the event to Delhi. The ministry said the move would bring the celebration of Indian cinema closer to different regions and highlight the country's linguistic, cultural and cinematic diversity. The 72nd edition thus combines the recognition of the 2024 crop of films with a change in the setting of one of India's leading cinema award ceremonies, with filmmakers, actors, technicians and other members of the film fraternity expected to gather in Gujarat on Tuesday.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 7:25 pm

Which initiative of PM Modi drew praise from APJ Abdul Kalam? Modi Story answers

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) As the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrates 25 years of Seva under Prime Minister Narendra Modis stewardship, the grassroots change started taking shape two decades ago in Gujarat, and this transformation also impressed former President Dr Abdul Kalam beyond words. Modi Story, a popular handle on X, shared the inspiring tale of 100 percent electrification of thousands of villages in Gujarat in a record 1,000 days, under then Gujarat CM Narendra Modis leadership. The village electrification mission, which began during Narendra Modis tenure as Gujarat CM, continued after 2014, and more than 18,450 villages were electrified across the country under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY). The DDUGJY, launched by PM Modi in 2014, worked to strengthen the electricity distribution system and, together with Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya), all the villages and hamlets across the country were electrified, a feat which couldnt be achieved in seven decades of Independence. A total of 18374 villages were electrified under DDUGJY, and a total of 2.86 crore households were electrified under the aegis of Saubhagya, an official report stated in 2023. Today, rural households have access to round-the-clock power supply, but the grassroots transformation began more than two decades ago in Gujarat under a scheme named Jyotigram Yojana. The Jyotigram scheme, which saw record laying of electricity lines and electric poles, connected entire stretches of villages in Gujarat with electricity. This milestone under the Jyotigram Yojana caught the attention of then President Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. He had travelled to Gujarat, visited a Jyotigram village and dedicated the scheme to the nation. The Modi Story, in a video, shares the landmark moment, as vividly recalled by Saurabh Patel, former Gujarat cabinet minister, of how Dr Kalam was thrilled and stunned by mass-scale electrification in a very short span of time. He says Dr Kalam was curious and keen to see the transformation, so the then Gujarat CM, Narendra Modi, agreed and facilitated his visit to remote villages to see the change firsthand. Recounting the final function to celebrate the unprecedented achievement, Saurabh Patel says in the Modi Story video, Dr Kalam couldnt believe it; he asked if he could visit them. The Chief Minister readily agreed and arranged for his tour. Watching the changes on the ground, Dr Kalam was overwhelmed to see over 18,000 villages getting electrified in a record time, he added. Notably, the Jyotirangan Yojana, which spanned 1,000 days, set a record by installing 20 lakh electric poles, laying 1 lakh km of electric lines, and electrifying more than 18,000 villages, underscoring the importance of public service (seva). The movement to electrify villages began two decades ago and only firmed up after PM Modi took charge at the Centre; the 25 years of Seva (public service) seeks to celebrate this devotion and spirit.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 7:18 pm

Gill not a man of many words, but is clear and very authoritative in speaking: Holder

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) Describing India ODI skipper Shubman Gill as a leader who may not speak much but commands total clarity and authority in demanding what he wants from his team, West Indies seam-bowling all-rounder Jason Holder praised the young captain's calm demeanour while also rating Virat Kohli as arguably the best one-day batsman to ever play the game. West Indies are scheduled to arrive in India for playing a three-match ODI series starting on September 27. Though Holder has been rested from the trip, he shared some insights on Gills leadership style, based on playing under him for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026. I've played under Shubman. He's a leader. He's not a man of many words, but when he does speak, he's very clear, he's very authoritative as to what he's demanding of the team. He brings a level of calmness and poise, which is always a good trait to have as a leader. Those are things that I really respect about him and loved when I played under him. He's obviously new into his tenure as captain too, so he'll be learning on the job, and no doubt he'll be asking a lot of his players. His senior players have to come up to him and help him out. It's a similar situation with us, too, where Shai has been in the role for a while, but he's still learning on the job, too. It's a never-ending learning curve where, as a leader, as a player, there's never enough information. You're always trying to grab as much as you possibly can to get better. So, Shubman is no different, and I'm looking forward to seeing him, looking forward to playing against him, and I'm expecting a really good contest between both teams, Holder said to JioStar. Highlighting Gills tactical trust in his bowling unit, Holder revealed that the right-handed batter gives bowlers complete ownership over their field settings and plans. I don't know how to differentiate a bowler's captain from a batter's captain, but I could say that he's equally as soft and as giving with both bowlers and batters. I would just tell him what I wanted, we would have a conversation about it. That's primarily when it comes to field setting. He gave me the ownership and leadership to do it the way I wanted to, which is a strong asset for a captain. I never had any issues with Shubman, and he pretty much gave me free rein to set my fields and execute the plans I was looking to execute. It was always real open communication, and one where we shared enough and had that understanding. I really enjoyed playing with him, and hopefully, in years to come, we could continue to play together, he observed. Turning his focus to Indias seasoned duo of veteran batter Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Holder noted that the two stalwarts present a formidable challenge for any opposition in the 50-over format. When you look at Virat, he is arguably the best player, the best one-day batsman to ever play the game, and one of the best batters to ever play the game. Rohit, when you look at his outstanding one-day record, particularly against West Indies as well, he's done really well. So, the two stalwarts of Indian cricket and world cricket pack a heavy punch. I don't think we have anything in comparison to what they have. Our best batsman and greatest player is Shai Hope, who's done extremely well for himself as well. So, I would put him in that category as well. Three world-class players who've got world-class records, and I'm looking forward to seeing all three of them do battle. It's obviously a keen contest every time I match up against Virat, for example, and I like playing against Rohit because I see them as big players, and I like to get in a contest with big players, he said. Holder was also effusive in his praise for tall India speedster Gurnoor Brar, and recalled his initial thoughts upon watching the youngster bowl during their IPL 2026 stint at GT. He's got a lot of great attributes. When I first saw him run in and bowl, I actually had a quiet chat with Ashish (Nehra, head coach) as to how this guy wasn't playing. But, it's good to see his progress. Good to see him get an opportunity to play for India. He's got a lot of great attributes. Obviously, height is one with which he will be able to extract a bit more bounce; he's got pace, he does a bit with the ball, which I think is important in this day and age. Pace is still obviously in the game and is a massive asset, but skill has to go along with the pace, and he possesses skill as well as the pace. Those are solid attributes to have as a fast bowler, so I would expect him to be a challenge for us. Facing him in the nets and seeing him go about his business in the nets was quite entertaining. I look forward to seeing him not only play against us but have a pretty healthy career, he concluded.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 5:57 pm

Gujarat: GSRTC to run 30,000 extra trips with 1,000 buses for Ambaji Bhadarvi Poonam Mela

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Sep 21 (IANS) The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) will run around 30,000 additional bus trips with a fleet of 1,000 buses for the Bhadarvi Poonam Mela at Ambaji, with the special services expected to serve around 15 lakh pilgrims. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Monday inaugurated the additional services and flagged off new buses in the presence of Minister of State for Transport Pravin Mali and Minister of State for Urban Development Darshana Vaghela. The special services will operate until September 26 through the Palanpur, Mehsana, Himatnagar and Ahmedabad divisions. GSRTC has also established 10 booths at Ambaji, with supervisors and booth in-charges deployed to assist pilgrims and passengers. The additional services will provide regular connectivity between Ambaji and major destinations, including Gabbar, Abu Road, Danta, Deesa, Palanpur and Siddhpur. Services will also operate towards Mehsana, Visnagar, Becharaji, Vadnagar and Kheralu, as well as Himatnagar, Idar, Khedbrahma, Ahmedabad, Shamlaji and Bhiloda. The Transport Department has arranged temporary shelters, drinking water and public toilets for pilgrims. Mic announcements will be made at the fair premises, while hoardings and banners will provide information and contact numbers of booth in-charges. For emergency and operational support, cranes, mechanic teams, ambulances and fire-fighting vehicles have been deployed at the depots. A GPS-based Central Control Room has also been set up to monitor the buses in real time. The scale of the arrangements is larger than last year's operations. During the 2025 fair, around 900 buses operated 28,506 trips and transported 13.09 lakh passengers. This year, arrangements have been made to manage the movement of pilgrims travelling to and from Ambaji during the fair period. Principal Secretary of the Transport Department Hareet Shukla; Ahmedabad Mayor Hitesh Barot; and MLAs Amit Thaker, Hasmukh Patel, Amul Bhatt, Kaushik Jain and Dinesh Kushwaha, along with other officials, attended the event.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 5:55 pm

Gujarat to honour top-performing district, taluka officials with 'Atal Good Governance Awards'

Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Sep 21 (IANS) The Gujarat government has introduced an annual award scheme to recognise outstanding performance by officials involved in citizen-facing administration at the district and taluka levels, with Class-1 officers eligible for a cash award of Rs 31,000 and Class-2 officers for Rs 21,000. The Atal Good Governance Award Scheme, introduced through a General Administration Department (GAD) resolution, will be implemented from the 2025-26 financial year and continue in subsequent years. The annual performance assessment will cover April 1 to March 31. The scheme covers officials from seven departments directly connected with public service delivery. They include Chief District Health Officers from the Health and Family Welfare Department; District Education Officers and District Primary Education Officers from the Education Department; Executive Engineers from the Roads and Buildings Department; District Supply Officers from the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department; District Sports Officers from the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department; Taluka Development Officers from the Panchayats, Rural Housing and Rural Development Department; and Mamlatdars from the Revenue Department. Class-1 officials covered under the scheme will receive Rs 31,000, while Class-2 officials will receive Rs 21,000. Selected officials will also receive a Certificate of Excellence - Atal Good Governance Award recognising their contribution to public service and citizen-centric administration. Selection will be based on prescribed performance criteria and evaluation parameters, not routine performance alone. Separate departmental committees will assess officials covered under the first five categories. The Secretary of the respective department will head these committees and include the concerned Head of Department and an Additional Secretary, Joint Secretary or Deputy Secretary from the relevant establishment. For Taluka Development Officers and Mamlatdars, district-level committees headed by the District Collector will also assess performance. The committees will include the District Development Officer, District Superintendent of Police and Resident Deputy Collector. Separate departmental-level arrangements have also been prescribed to assess TDOs and Mamlatdars. The Additional Chief Secretary, Principal Secretary or Secretary of the Panchayat Department will head the committee for Panchayat-related performance. In contrast, the corresponding senior official of the Revenue Department will head the committee for Mamlatdars. After evaluation, officials will be ranked from first to third according to the prescribed performance parameters, and outstanding performers will be selected for the awards. The departments have been directed to complete the evaluation process by November 30 every year and send the names of selected officials, along with their award certificates and cheques, to the Vasutapar-2 branch of the General Administration Department by December 10. The awards will be presented during the Good Governance Day programme on December 25, the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The scheme forms part of the state's initiatives undertaken during the year-long celebrations marking Vajpayee's 100th birth anniversary, which began on December 25, 2024. The respective departments will meet the expenditure for the awards from the budget provision under 0500 - Awards. The government has also advised awardees to use the prize money before the cheque's validity expires. The scheme establishes an annual process to identify and formally recognise officials working directly with citizens across health, education, infrastructure, food and civil supplies, sports, rural development and revenue administration.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 5:55 pm

Global leaders gather in Oxford for Diplomat Summit and Nelson Mandela Leadership Awards

GLOBAL leaders, diplomats, entrepreneurs and professionals from more than 30 countries gathered at Oxford Town Hall for the Oxford Diplomat Summit & Nelson Mandela Leadership Awards 2026. Held on September 7 under the theme Shaping the Future: Global Leadership, Diplomacy & Inclusive Progress, the summit brought together figures from politics, public service, business, healthcare, technology and the creative industries for discussions on leadership, international cooperation, innovation and social progress. Asian Media Group (AMG), publishers of Eastern Eye, Garavi Gujarat, Asian Trader and Pharmacy Business, was a media partner for the event. Among those attending was former Ealing Southall MP Virendra Sharma, who represented the constituency in parliament from 2007 to 2024. During his parliamentary career, Sharma was involved in issues including health, human rights, international development and community affairs. British-Indian actor, writer and producer Mikhail Sen, whose screen credits include A Suitable Boy , House of the Dragon and Bridgerton , was also among the participants. The Lord Mayor of Oxford, Cllr Chewe Munkonge, attended the gathering, alongside current and former civic leaders and international public figures. They included Alain St.Ange, former Seychelles minister for tourism, civil aviation, ports and marine; Mark Lygo, former Lord Mayor of Oxford and Oxfordshire county councillor; Sushil Ram, advisor on youth development at the Commonwealth Secretariat; Cllr Sunil Chopra, former mayor of Southwark; and Lubna Arshad, former Lord Mayor of Oxford. One of the summit's featured sessions was delivered by Raageshwari Loomba, who spoke on The Human Advantage in the Age of AI Is Presence & Connection the Last Human Luxury? Raageshwari Loomba Mahesh Liloriya Her address examined the value of human presence, empathy and personal connection as artificial intelligence increasingly changes how people work, communicate and interact. Entrepreneurs and wellbeing advocates at the event included Heliana Bedoya, founder of NeuroEsencia, and Georgina Walsh, co-founder of OHMG Water. Hospitality entrepreneur Ramesh Arora, whose ventures include Holistic World, Holistic World Foundation and Signature Hotels Group, was also recognised at the gathering for his work across hospitality, wellness and holistic living. The international delegation included Amb. Princess Akawor Dolor of Nigeria, as well as medical and legal professionals from Mexico and Spain, including Dr Antonio Jurez Navarro, Dr Carlos Cuadrado Gmez-Serranillos and Polina Poloziuk. Raageshwari Loomba Mahesh Liloriya A number of Indian professionals and entrepreneurs were among those honoured during the programme. They included Dr Subrata Dutta, founder of Renatus Wellness Pvt Ltd; orthopaedic and spine surgeon Dr V Krishna Bhargava; general and vascular surgeon Dr Kareddy Sridhar Reddy; Dr Mayur Ghule, founder and managing director of Quantum Synthetic Intelligence; and lawyer Shekhar Jagtap. The Nelson Mandela Leadership Awards recognised individuals working across areas including leadership, business, healthcare, diplomacy, entrepreneurship and social impact. Alongside the awards programme, delegates took part in discussions and networking aimed at developing cross-border professional relationships and potential collaborations. Winners Mahesh Liloriya The summit was organised by the Oxford Excellence Council (MSG Advert Pvt. Ltd.) and led by its directors Nitish Arora and Gaganeet Kaur. Organisers said the initiative seeks to provide an international platform connecting leaders, professionals and changemakers while encouraging dialogue and collaboration across countries and sectors. The event concluded with the presentation of the Nelson Mandela Leadership Awards, followed by networking among delegates and guests.

easterneye 21 Sep 2026 5:55 pm

Modi's birthday marked with prayers and

Community leaders, civic representatives and members of the Indian diaspora gathered at the International Siddhashram Shakti Centre in London to mark Indian prime minister Narendra Modis birthday with prayers, spiritual traditions and patriotic tributes. The celebration, held at Siddhashram Dham on September 17, featured a special Aashirwad Ka Diya (Lamp of Blessings), through which guests and devotees offered prayers and good wishes for Modis health, strength and continued service to India. The event was organised under the spiritual guidance of HH Rajrajeshwar Guruji, founder of the International Siddhashram Shakti Centre UK. Garavi Gujarat was associated with the celebration as a media and community partner. Photo 1 L to R- Shobhna Modi- Siddhashram Trustee, Sonoo Malkani- Spokesperson, Anand Sahu- Guest of Honou...Delhi, Veljibhai Vekaria- Community Leader, Harishbhai Joshi- CEO Apna Ma Tv, Cllr Yogesh Teli- Mayor of Harrow, Mahesh L Mahesh Liloriya Among those attending were the Worshipful Mayor of Harrow, Cllr Yogesh Teli, and Anand Sahu, an executive member of BJP Delhi who is associated with the Minimum Wages Advisory Board under Indias Ministry of Labour and Employment. Community leaders, distinguished guests and devotees from across the Indian diaspora also attended. The ceremonial lamp was lit by guests before members of the gathering joined in prayers for Modi. The Siddhashram spiritual music team followed with birthday blessings offered in the Rishi Parampara, combining the celebration with traditional spiritual practices. Addressing the gathering, Sahu described Modi as a Yug Purush and spoke about what he saw as the prime ministers commitment to Indias development and strengthening its position internationally. He also reflected on questions of individual purpose and service, including understanding why people are here and how they can contribute meaningfully to society. Anand Sahu, Guest of Honour Mahesh Liloriya Sahu praised Rajrajeshwar Gurujis work in Britain and congratulated Siddhashram on completing 25 years of service in the UK. He highlighted the organisations work in promoting Sanatan values, spirituality, community cohesion and service to humanity. Teli extended birthday greetings to Modi and spoke about the contribution made by the Indian community to Harrow and wider British society. He also acknowledged Siddhashrams role in bringing communities together through spirituality, culture and public service. Audience Mahesh Liloriya The programme included devotional and patriotic performances by the Siddhashram music team. One of the evenings younger participants, Vaani, offered birthday wishes to Modi and gave a patriotic presentation carrying the Indian Tricolour. The gathering also joined in chants including Bharat Mata Ki Jai, Vande Mataram and Jai Shri Ram, while the programme concluded with the singing of Indias national anthem, Jana Gana Mana. Baby Vani Mahesh Liloriya An interactive question-and-answer session with Sahu gave members of the audience an opportunity to discuss India, the diaspora, values, leadership and the role Indians living overseas can play in strengthening connections with the country. In a special message sent from India, Rajrajeshwar Guruji conveyed prayers and good wishes for Modis health and strength. Birthday celebration with kids Mahesh Liloriya He said the occasion was also an opportunity for the diaspora to come together in a spirit of prayer, gratitude and service while reaffirming its connection with the values of Sanatan Dharma. The guests were welcomed by trustees and members of the International Siddhashram Shakti Centre UK. The programme was compered by Mahesh Liloriya.

easterneye 21 Sep 2026 5:36 pm

GPSC Law Officer Interview Schedule 2026 - Download Interview Date at gpsc.gujarat.gov.in

GPSC has released the interview schedule for Law Officer (Advt. 22/2026-27). Interviews are on 24 and 25 September 2026, reporting at 09:30 A.M. at GPSC Bhavan, Gandhinagar. Check the full roll number list, documents to carry and instructions.

FreeJobAlert 21 Sep 2026 5:28 pm

Inside 72nd National Film Awards: Gujarat's Kevadia decked up before ceremony

Inside 72nd National Film Awards: Gujarat's Kevadia decked up before ceremony

India Today 21 Sep 2026 5:24 pm

NeoProEd Insurance Conclave 2026 to Bring India's Insurance Ecosystem Together at GIFT City

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], September 21: The Indian insurance industry is entering a period of significant transformation. Technology, artificial intelligence, data, emerging risks, evolving customer expectations and the rise of GIFT City are reshaping how insurance will be built, distributed and experienced.

Business Standard 21 Sep 2026 5:00 pm

72nd National Film Awards Set to Celebrate Indian Cinema in Gujarat on Sept 22

Preparations are complete as the spotlight turns toward Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat, for the 72nd National Film Awards scheduled for September 22, 2026. The President of India will confer the prestigious awards, recognising outstanding achievements in Indian cinema for the year 2024. , , 72 [] The post 72nd National Film Awards Set to Celebrate Indian Cinema in Gujarat on Sept 22 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 21 Sep 2026 4:52 pm

Bomb threat email names Somnath temple, Gujarat BJP offices; searches find nothing suspicious

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad/Gir Somnath, Sep 21 (IANS) A bomb-threat email naming the Somnath Temple and BJP offices in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar triggered a security alert across Gujarat on Monday, prompting searches by police, bomb detection and disposal teams and dog squads, officials said. The threat mentioned the BJP office in Ahmedabad's Khanpur area, the party's state office, Kamalam, at Koba in Gandhinagar, and the Somnath Temple. Police said no suspicious object was found during searches at the locations. Ahmedabad C-Division ACP Adwait Gandhi said the State Intelligence Bureau in Gandhinagar received the input around 9 a.m., following which the Khanpur BJP office was thoroughly checked, and additional police deployment was put in place. At 9 a.m., we received an input from the State Intelligence Bureau in Gandhinagar. According to that, there was a threat of a bomb blast at the BJP Central Office in Khanpur. We informed the BDTS and had the entire premises checked, and police deployment has also been put in place. The situation is normal, Gandhi said. He confirmed that the Somnath Temple and BJP office at Koba had also been named in the threat. Nothing suspicious has been found. The situation is normal, he said. Gandhi said there was no need for panic and added that police are carrying out their duties. I do not have information about the origin of the email at this stage and action had been taken on the basis of the intelligence input, he noted. At the Khanpur office, police, fire brigade personnel and bomb and dog squad teams conducted a detailed search. City BJP president Prerak Shah said the party was informed that intelligence agencies had received an email threatening to blow up the office. Based on that, both the police and bomb squad arrived here. The entire Khanpur BJP office was searched, and nothing objectionable or suspicious was found here, Shah said. At Somnath, Deputy SP M.F. Chaudhary said the police received the threat email in the morning and the entire police force was placed on alert on the instructions and guidance of the Superintendent of Police. He said the temple has dedicated security personnel working round the clock and that devotees normally undergo two-layer frisking and checking. Electronic gadgets and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the temple premises. In view of today's situation, we put our other district branches, including the LCB, Special Operation Group, BDS and QRT, on alert and had the entire temple premises searched. The BDS searched the temple premises but found no suspicious objects, he said. The latest threat comes amid a series of similar email-based bomb scares in Gujarat. Earlier this month, threats were received by courts, schools and the Gujarat Assembly, while separate threats on September 15 and 17 reportedly named courts, Mahatma Mandir and port facilities. Searches in those cases also did not result in the recovery of explosives. Gujarat Police had also recently arrested two men in connection with an alleged interstate network involved in sending hoax bomb-threat emails. Investigators recovered details of 513,847 Gmail accounts and passwords allegedly linked to the network. Police are examining whether the latest threat has any connection with that network.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 4:48 pm

Chinas SDLG invests 300 crore in Gujarat plant

Aims to expand local production, increase sourcing from Indian suppliers in the construction equipment market

The Hindu Businessline 21 Sep 2026 4:33 pm

Gujarat launches Atal Good Governance Award for top officials

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The News Mill 21 Sep 2026 4:27 pm

Gujarat Artisans Earn

Over 23,500 eco-friendly Ganesh idols sold at Gujarats state fair, earning artisans 5 crore and promoting traditional craftsmanship. Gujarat Artisans Earn 5 Crore from Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idols at State Fair

Daily Kiran 21 Sep 2026 3:23 pm

Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 6,843 Anganwadi Worker and Helper Posts

The Women and Child Development Department, Gujarat has released the Gujarat Anganwadi Recruitment 2026 notification. Online applications are invited from eligible local women candidates for 6,843 Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper posts across various districts of Gujarat. The recruitment is being conducted for vacant and likely to become vacant honorary positions at Anganwadi centres under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. Eligible candidates can apply online through the Gujarat e-HRMS portal from 21 September to 14 October 2026.

FreeJobAlert 21 Sep 2026 3:09 pm

Diamond Power Infrastructure receives orders worth Rs 116.49 cr

Diamond Power Infrastructure has secured orders aggregating Rs 116.49 crore (including GST; Rs 98.72 crore excluding GST) for the supply of 11 kV XLPE insulated medium voltage power cables. The orders have been received directly from a Gujarat-based EPC contractor executing underground cabling projects for state power distribution companies in Gujarat.

Business Standard 21 Sep 2026 2:31 pm

PIGL receives solar PV power projects aggregating 24760 KWp

Power & Instrumentation (Gujarat) has received a purchase orders (PO) from four various domestic entities for ground-mounted solar PV power plants with an aggregate capacity of 24760 KWp.

Business Standard 21 Sep 2026 1:31 pm

With 23,542 Ganesh idols sold, Gujarats clay artisans clock Rs 5 crores at state fair

Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Sep 21 (IANS) More than 23,500 eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols were sold across Gujarat during a seven-day state-supported fair this month, generating around Rs five crore in revenue for 361 registered artisans, the Gujarat Matikam Kalakari and Rural Technology Institute said on Monday. The Mati Murti Mela-2026, organised by the Institute under the Cottage and Rural Industries Department from September 8 to 14, saw 23,542 clay idols sold at five locations in Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Surat. The state government supplied 186 tonnes of ready-to-use clay to participating artisans and provided sales stalls free of cost under a 100 per cent subsidy. Ahmedabad Haat in Vastrapur recorded the highest revenue among the five venues, with sales exceeding Rs 1.91 crore. Adajan in Surat recorded the highest number of idols sold, with 7,920 idols accounting for more than Rs 1.11 crore in sales. At Parsi Agiyari Maidan in Vadodara, 79 stalls recorded sales of Rs 85.77 lakh, while 124 stalls at the Sabarmati Riverfront registered sales of Rs 77.99 lakh. Bopal Hastkala Haat in Ahmedabad recorded Rs 32.55 lakh in sales through 30 stalls. The fair is part of state government's efforts to encourage clay idols as an alternative to Plaster of Paris (POP) idols during Ganeshotsav. According to state government, around 90 per cent of Ganesh idols in Gujarat were made from POP until 2014-15. Since POP does not dissolve in water and can affect aquatic life and water sources, the government introduced the Incentive Scheme for Clay Idol Makers in 2015-16. Under the scheme, registered artisans receive ready-to-use clay at a 50 per cent subsidised rate, along with free sales stalls and daily fair assistance of Rs 1,000. The government said the measures implemented over the past decade have contributed to a reduction in the use of POP idols across the state. The initiative also included an educational component, with more than 84,500 students from 302 schools across 10 districts participating in live clay idol-making demonstrations and do-it-yourself (DIY) activities. The activities were organised under the National Education Policy to promote awareness about environmental issues. The programme also created livelihood opportunities for women from artisan families involved in making and decorating idols at home. The Institute said the scheme has expanded beyond financial assistance to artisans and is intended to support livelihoods while promoting traditional skills and environmental protection. The government plans to continue such fairs in the coming years as part of its stated objective of promoting an Aatmanirbhar Gujarat to Aatmanirbhar Bharat approach.

bhaskarlive 21 Sep 2026 1:26 pm

Bomb Threat Email Names Somnath Temple, BJP Offices, Gujarat CM; Security Agencies on Alert

Security agencies in Gujarat were placed on high alert after an alleged bombthreat email named the Somnath Temple, BJP offices, and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel among potential targets. The email reportedly claimed explosives had already been planted at multiple locations, including the BJPs central office and its Khanpur office in Ahmedabad. It also contained provocative [] The post Bomb Threat Email Names Somnath Temple, BJP Offices, Gujarat CM; Security Agencies on Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 21 Sep 2026 1:19 pm

Gujarat TAT Secondary Mains Answer Key 2026 - Check Release Date Online at sebexam.org

Gujarat TAT Secondary Mains Answer Key 2026 is expected by the end of September 2026 at sebexam.org. Check OMR sheet download steps, the marking scheme (+1 per correct answer, no negative marking) and how to calculate your score.

FreeJobAlert 21 Sep 2026 12:30 pm

GMRC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Chief General Manager/ General Manager Posts

Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Chief General Manager/ General Manager (Corporate Planning) post. Eligible candidates can apply via email by 9 October 2026 through the official website, gujaratmetrorail.com.

FreeJobAlert 21 Sep 2026 11:01 am

Drug fight should begin from Mundra Port, not Punjab: says AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal stated the drug fight should start from Gujarat's Mundra Port. He reacted to BJP chief Nitin Nabin's remarks on Punjab's anti-drug campaign. Nabin launched a 13-day 'Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra' from Pathankot. The BJP's campaign aims to disrupt drug supply networks and aid rehabilitation.

The Economic Times 21 Sep 2026 10:35 am

GNLU Senior Clerk Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) has invited applications for the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Senior Clerk post. Eligible candidates can apply through email on or before 07 October 2026.

FreeJobAlert 21 Sep 2026 9:40 am

ASML enters India: What does its Tata partnership mean for countrys semiconductor ambitions?

ASMLs expansion is closely connected with the development of Indias semiconductor ecosystem, particularly Tata Electronics upcoming 300 mm semiconductor fabrication facility in Dholera, Gujarat.

Livemint 21 Sep 2026 9:23 am

The National Film Awards leave Delhi for the first time in 72 years

Presented at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on 22 September. Article 370 Best Feature Film, Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan share Best Actor.

pagalparrot 21 Sep 2026 6:30 am

Gujarat Police Arrests Murder Accused After 24 Years on the Run

Ahmedabad Crime Branch apprehends Dinesh Desai, wanted for a 2002 murder in Rajasthan, after he evaded capture for 24 years. Gujarat Police Arrests Murder Accused After 24 Years on the Run

Udaipur Kiran 21 Sep 2026 3:48 am

Juni Ghadi Ganesh immersion passes off peacefully

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:43 am

Fake IAS officer held for cheating Anand man of 7.70L

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:30 am

Man duped of 51L in stock market investment scam

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:28 am

Nine suffer electric shock during religious procession

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:25 am

Seven held in road rage death case

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:12 am

Cops eye for detail helps nab thief with a distinctive walk

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:11 am

Two die after suspected drug overdose in Ankleshwar

The Times of India 21 Sep 2026 12:11 am