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Mini Khel Mahakumbh To Be Held In Surat From January 9 To 12
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University: At a time when children are increasingly glued to mobile phones and digital gadgets, Gandhinagar-based Childrens Research University has taken a commendable initiative to bring Gujarats young talent back to the playground and nurture their abilities through a scientific approach. The university will organise the State-level Under-11 Athletics Meet Season 4.0 in Surat from January 9 to 12, 2026. The event has generated enthusiastic participation, with more than 4,500 child athletes registering from across the state. Envisioned as a Mini Khel Mahakumbh, the meet is not merely a competition but a concerted effort to identify and provide a platform for Gujarats hidden sporting talent at an early age. A total of 11 athletic events will be held during the meet. As many as 1,056 winners will be awarded prize money amounting to Rs 22 lakh. In addition, winning athletes will get a direct opportunity for admission to the District Level Sports School (DLSS) run by the Sports Authority of Gujarat (SAG), a move expected to be a game-changer for their sporting careers. The competition will be hosted at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, and will feature separate categories for boys and girls in Under-9 and Under-11 age groups. Events include 60m, 100m, 200m and 400m races, hurdles, tennis ball throw, medicine ball throw, standing broad jump, long jump, high jump and javelin throw. Organisers highlighted that sports are not limited to physical exercise alone, but play a crucial role in a childs mental development and character building. Developing sports skills through a scientific framework, they said, will help children become physically fit, mentally resilient and better prepared for the future. Gujarat has steadily built a strong and modern sports infrastructure over the past decade, positioning itself as one of Indias leading states for sports development. The state hosts world-class facilities such as the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the worlds largest cricket stadium, along with international-standard arenas for football, athletics, swimming and indoor sports. Developing sports skills through a scientific framework, they said, will help children become physically fit, mentally resilient and better prepared for the future. Gujarat has steadily built a strong and modern sports infrastructure over the past decade, positioning itself as one of Indias leading states for sports development. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Continuous investment in stadiums, synthetic tracks, hostels, sports science support and talent identification programmes under the Sports Authority of Gujarat has helped nurture young athletes, while successfully hosting national and international events, reflecting the states growing focus on sports excellence and athlete-centric development. Article Source: IANS
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Gujarat Kidney shares list at 6% premium over IPO price
Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality debuted on stock exchanges with a 6% premium, opening at Rs 120.75 on BSE and Rs 120 on NSE, against its IPO price of Rs 114. The Rs 251 crore IPO saw healthy investor participation, driven by strong retail demand, despite muted grey market signals.
Ashleigh Gardner Continue To Captain Gujarat Giants In WPL 2026
Ashleigh Gardner: Gujarat Giants have announced that Australian all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner will continue to lead the franchise in the upcoming season of the Womens Premier League (WPL) Gardner, a three-time T20 Womens World Cup winner, assumed the captaincy at the franchise from Australian teammate Beth Mooney last season. Under her leadership, Gujarat Giants reached the playoffs for the first time in three seasons. Experience in her stride. Belief in her voice. Ash Gardner steps up once more as our CAPTAIN, primed to take us to glory, the Giants shared on its social media. Since WPLs inception in 2023, Gardner has been an integral part of the Gujarat Giants side, scoring 568 runs and bagging 25 wickets in 25 games. She was one of the two players, the other being Beth Mooney for Rs. 2.5 crore, retained by the Giants prior to the WPL 2026 Auction for Rs. 3.5 crore. Last season, Gardner hogged the limelight with her consistent all-round performances in the recently. Batting in the middle-order, Gardner finished as our leading run-scorer in the tournament with 243 runs in nine matches at an impressive strike rate of 164.18, while also maintaining an average of 30.37. The Aussie allrounder also contributed with her right-arm off-spin and claimed eight wickets at an economy of 8.03. The skipper claimed the Most Sixes award with 18 maximums to her name. With eight points from eight matches, Giants finished third in the WPL 2025 standings to book a place in the Eliminator. However, their fruitful season ended in the Eliminator after going down to eventual champions Mumbai Indians. The Aussie allrounder also contributed with her right-arm off-spin and claimed eight wickets at an economy of 8.03. The skipper claimed the Most Sixes award with 18 maximums to her name. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The Giants will open their campaign against UP Warriorz in Navi Mumbai on January 10. Article Source: IANS
Will provide full support to expert panel: Yadav
NEW DELHI: Union Minister of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Bhupendra Yadav on Monday welcomed the Supreme Courts decision to stay its order on definition of the Aravalli hills , and said the government stands committed to the protection and restoration of the mountain range. The apex court kept in abeyance the directions in its November 20 verdict that had accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges recommended by a committee of the ministry of environment, forest and climate change. It also proposed to constitute a high-powered committee comprising domain experts to undertake an exhaustive and holistic examination of the issue. I welcome the Supreme Court directions introducing a stay on its order concerning the Aravalli range, and the formation of a new committee to study issues. We stand committed to extending all assistance sought from MOEFCC in the protection and restoration of the Aravalli range, Yadav said in a post on X. As things stand, a complete ban on mining stays with regard to new mining leases or renewal of old mining leases, he added. The top court on November 20 accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges and banned the grant of fresh mining leases inside its areas spanning Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat until experts reports are out. The ministrys committee had recommended that Aravalli hill be defined as any landform in designated Aravalli districts with an elevation of 100 metres or more above its local relief, and an Aravalli range will be a collection of two or more such hills within 500 metres of each other. Civil society organisations also welcomed the Supreme Courts interim stay. The Aravalli Virasat Jan Abhiyaan (AVJA), a group of people and environmentalists working to protect the Aravallis across four states, expressed their approval of the stay. In a statement, AVJA raised concerns about the opaque process of expert committees determining what constitutes the Aravalli. Civil society organisations welcome order Civil society organisations also welcomed the interim stay. The Aravalli Virasat Jan Abhiyaan (AVJA), a group of environmentalists working to protect the Aravalli across four states, expressed their approval. They advocated for a fully participatory, transparent process to study the environmental impacts.
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Reviving ancient maritime glory: INSV Kaundinya embarks on maiden voyage to Oman - Times of India
Reviving ancient maritime glory: INSV Kaundinya embarks on maiden voyage to Oman Times of India
2 Arrested In Gujarat For Duping Woman Of Rs 1.9 Crore In Digital Arrest
Police on Monday arrested two persons from Gujarat in connection with a 'digital arrest' cyber fraud case in which a woman here was duped of Rs 1.95 crore.
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VHT: Shrijith, Shreyas Gopal Help Karnataka Beat TN By Four Wickets, MP Defeat Kerala
Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Wicketkeeper K.L. Shrijith and leg-spin bowling all-rounder Shreyas Gopal shared a match-winning 116-run partnership for the fifth wicket as defending champions Karnataka chased down 289 to beat Tamil Nadu by six wickets with 17 balls remaining in their Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group A encounter at the Gujarat College Stadium on Monday. Karnataka appeared in trouble at 136/4, especially with captain Mayank Agarwal making 58, before Shrijith, who made 77, and Gopal, who scored 55, combined to rescue their side with smart running between the wickets and clinical punishment of loose deliveries. After both fell in quick succession, Abhinav Manohar remained unbeaten on 20 while Vidyadhar Patil contributed 17 not out to guide Karnataka home with a flurry of boundaries. The victory extended Karnataka's winning streak to three matches in the tournament. Previously, Tamil Nadu captain N. Jagadeesan played a fluent 65 while Pradosh Ranjan Paul's 57 and R. Sai Kishore's 38 provided some late impetus, but Abhilash Shetty's incisive bowling led the way for Karnataka to bowl out Tamil Nadu for 288. In another Group C match at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Madhya Pradesh secured their second consecutive victory by dismissing Kerala for 167 and win by 45 runs. Himanshu Mantri top-scored with 93 off 105 balls, sharing a crucial 66-run ninth-wicket stand with Tripuresh Singh, who made 37. On a turning wicket, Kerala's batting collapsed against Madhya Pradesh's spin attack. Shubham Sharma claimed 3-16, while Shivag Kumar and Saransh Jain took two wickets each. N.M. Sharafuddeen's aggressive 42 coming at the back end of the innings reduced the margin of defeat for Kerala. Brief Scores: Tamil Nadu 288 in 49.5 overs (N. Jagadeesan 65, Pradosh Ranjan Paul 57; Abhilash Shetty 4-57) lost to Karnataka 293/6 in 47.1 overs (K.L. Shrijith 77, Mayank Agarwal 58; Sunny Sandhu 1-25, Gurjapneet Singh 1-35) by four wickets Madhya Pradesh 214 in 46.1 overs (Himanshu Mantri 93, Tripuresh Singh 37; Ankit Sharma 4-38, B Aparajith 3-36) beat Kerala 167 in 40.1 overs (N.M. Sharafuddeen 42, Salman Nizar 30; Shubham Sharma 3-16, Saransh Jain 2-17) by 47 runs Brief Scores: Tamil Nadu 288 in 49.5 overs (N. Jagadeesan 65, Pradosh Ranjan Paul 57; Abhilash Shetty 4-57) lost to Karnataka 293/6 in 47.1 overs (K.L. Shrijith 77, Mayank Agarwal 58; Sunny Sandhu 1-25, Gurjapneet Singh 1-35) by four wickets Also Read: Live Cricket Score Tripura 286 all out in 49.5 overs (Tejasvi Jaiswal 61, Sridam Paul 50; Aniket Choudhary 3-64, Khaleel Ahmed 2-51) beat Rajasthan 220 in 44.2 overs (Karan Lamba 61, Vijay Shankar 4-30) by 66 runs Article Source: IANS
Indian Navy's Engineless Ship INSV Kaundinya Sets Sail To Oman
Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built traditional stitched sailing vessel, sailed on its maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar, Gujarat, to Muscat, Sultanate of Oman on December 29.
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A senior citizen from Mumbai lost Rs. 3.71 crore to a elaborate digital arrest planned by cyber criminals. The criminals posed as police, CBI and a judge to to deceive the women into believing that her account was used for illegal activities and extorted money from her over a period of two months. The police has made one arrest in this case so far.
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VHT: Priyansh, Tejasvi Fifties Help Delhi Chase Down 321, Beat Saurashtra By Three Wickets
Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Openers Priyansh Arya and Tejasvi Dahiya hit aggressive half-centuries as Delhi successfully chased down 321 to beat Saurashtra by three wickets in a high-scoring Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group D encounter at the Alur Cricket Ground on Monday. Arya smashed 78 off 45 balls while Tejasvi made 53 off 51 deliveries to lay the foundation for Delhi to complete their chase in 48.5 overs. Saurashtra posted 320/7 in their 50 overs, with opener Vishvarajsinh Jadeja scoring 115 off 104 balls while Ruchit Ahir was unbeaten on 95 from 65 deliveries. Captain Rishabh Pant managed just 22 off 26 balls before being caught by Jay Gohil off Chirag Jani's bowling. Harsh Tyagi's unbeaten 49 off 45 balls and Navdeep Saini's 34 not out proved crucial in the closing stages as the pair guided Delhi home. Senior pacer Saini also impressed with the ball, claiming 3-41 runs in his 10 overs. The victory lifted Delhi to the top of Group D with 12 points from three matches. Meanwhile, Govinda Poddar produced a match-winning all-round performance as Odisha defeated Andhra by six wickets. Poddar claimed 3-36 to help Odisha bundle out Andhra for 221 all out in 49.2 overs before scoring 89 off 105 balls in the successful chase. Brief Scores: Saurashtra 320/7 in 50 overs (Vishvarajsinh Jadeja 115, Ruchit Ahir 95 not out; Navdeep Saini 3-41) lost to Delhi 321/7 in 48.5 overs (Priyansh Arya 78, Tejasvi Dahiya 53; Chirag Jani 2-51) by three wickets Andhra 221 all out in 49.2 overs (SDNV Prasad 66, Saurabh Kumar 47; Biplab Samantaray 3-36, Govinda Poddar 3-36) lost to Odisha 223/4 in 43.4 overs (Govinda Poddar 89, Om T Munda 91; Satyanarayana Raju 2-49) by six wickets Brief Scores: Saurashtra 320/7 in 50 overs (Vishvarajsinh Jadeja 115, Ruchit Ahir 95 not out; Navdeep Saini 3-41) lost to Delhi 321/7 in 48.5 overs (Priyansh Arya 78, Tejasvi Dahiya 53; Chirag Jani 2-51) by three wickets Also Read: Live Cricket Score Haryana 299 all out in 50 overs (Mayank Shandilya 86, Himanshu Rana 57; Arzan Nagwaswalla 3-69, Harshal Patel 3-69) beat Gujarat 273 all out in 47.1 overs (Jaymeet Patel 67, Vishal Jayswal 51; Anshul Kamboj 3-49) by 26 runs Article Source: IANS
INSV Kaundinya, an engineless Indian Navy vessel built using ancient stitched-ship techniques, has set sail from Gujarat to Oman. This maiden voyage retraces historic maritime routes, symbolizing India's rich seafaring traditions and its ancient role as a maritime nation. The project revives indigenous knowledge and highlights India's deep connection with the Indian Ocean.
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INSV Kaundinya sails on maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar to Oman
NEW DELHI: Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Kaundinya, the Indian Navys indigenously built traditional stitched sailing vessel, on Monday sailed on her maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar, Gujarat, to Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a social media message, congratulated the entire team involved in the project. Wonderful to see that INSV Kaundinya is embarking on her maiden voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, Oman. Built using the ancient Indian stitched-ship technique, this ship highlights Indias rich maritime traditions. I congratulate the designers, artisans, shipbuilders and the Indian Navy for their dedicated efforts in bringing this unique vessel to life. My best wishes to the crew for a safe and memorable journey, as they retrace our historic links with the Gulf region and beyond, the Prime Minister said. The vessel was formally flagged off by Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, in the presence of Issa Saleh Al Shibani, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to India, along with senior Indian Navy officers and distinguished guests. Terming the expedition historic, the Indian Navy said it marks a major milestone in Indias efforts to revive, understand, and celebrate its ancient maritime heritage through a living ocean voyage. As reported earlier by TNIE , the sailing vessel is based on depictions of ancient Indian ships and has been constructed entirely using traditional stitched-plank techniques. INSV Kaundinya represents a rare convergence of history, craftsmanship, and modern naval expertise. Constructed using natural materials and traditional shipbuilding methods that date back several centuries, the vessel draws inspiration from historical sources and iconographic evidence. It reflects Indias rich legacy of indigenous shipbuilding, seamanship, and oceanic navigation. The voyage retraces ancient maritime routes that once connected Indias western coast with Oman, facilitating trade, cultural exchange, and sustained civilisational interactions across the Indian Ocean. The expedition is expected to enhance bilateral relations between India and Oman by reinforcing shared maritime heritage and strengthening cultural and people-to-people ties. The arrival of INSV Kaundinya in Muscat will serve as a symbol of the enduring bonds of friendship, mutual trust, and respect that have linked the two maritime nations for centuries. The journey also highlights the deep historical connections between Gujarat and Oman, reflecting a legacy of cooperation that continues to the present day. Through this expedition, the Indian Navy has underscored its commitment to maritime diplomacy, heritage preservation, and regional cooperation. INSV Kaundinyas voyage stands as a testament to Indias civilisational maritime outlook and its role as a responsible and culturally rooted maritime nation in the Indian Ocean Region. Commander Vikas Sheoran is the skipper of the vessel, while Commander Y. Hemant Kumar, who has been associated with the project since its conceptualisation, is serving as the Officer-in-Charge of the expedition. The crew comprises four officers and thirteen naval sailors.
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Amit Shah vows to drive out infiltrators across India; accuses Congress of backing illegal migration
GUWAHATI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday slammed the Congress for allegedly encouraging infiltration and announced that the BJP would drive out the infiltrators not just from Assam but from across the country. Addressing a crowd after inaugurating the Rs 227-crore redeveloped Batadrava Than, the birthplace of 15th-16th century Vaishnavite saint-reformer Srimanta Sankardeva in Assams Nagaon district, Shah declared, I want to say it from this sacred land that the BJPs resolve is to drive out every single infiltrator (illegal immigrant), not just from Assam but from across the country. He appealed to the people of Assam to re-elect the BJP, committing that it would rid the election-bound state of the illegal immigrants within five years. He said the illegal immigrants were a big threat for national security and Assams culture. He commended Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Assam government for evicting the Bangladeshi infiltrators from Batadrava Than areas. He said an estimated 1.29 lakh bighas of land in the state had been rid of the infiltrators through eviction drives. The infiltrators had grabbed land at the famous Kaziranga National Park but the Assam government under the leadership of Himanta Biswa Sarma drove them out, Shah said. He alleged that the Congress had encouraged illegal migration to strengthen its vote-bank, but this affected Assams culture and literature. When it was a matter of saving Assams culture, the Congress had in 1983 come up with the Illegal Migrants (Determination by Tribunals) Act to help the infiltrators settle here legally, the Home Minister said. Asserting that the last 10 years under BJP has been a golden period for Assams development, he said Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Assam 36 times in the last 11 years, compared to seven times by his predecessor Manmohan Singh in 10 years, despite representing the state in the Rajya Sabha for 12 years. On two of those occasions, he had come to cast his vote, Shah said. He took note of Assams march to development, saying that the state was once known as the land of problems in Delhi but industrialists that he met in Gujarat on Sunday told him that it was now contributing to the countrys development by becoming the Northeasts growth engine. For years, Assam saw various kinds of agitations. Youths were armed with AK 47 rifles and there was bloodshed. The central government under Modi Ji signed five peace accords. Around 92% of their clauses have been implemented. We will ensure 100% implementation if BJP is elected to power again (in Assam), Shah said.
Pharma company making illegal psychotropic drugs busted in Rajasthan, three arrested
AHMEDABAD: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted a major interstate narcotics racket in Rajasthans Bhiwadi, seizing 22 kg of illegal substances and arresting three key accused, marking the second big drug crackdown in a single month. The trail of the investigation led straight into a pharmaceutical factory hiding a narcotics assembly line in the neighbouring state. What looked like a routine industrial unit in Bhiwadis Rocco Eyal area was, in reality, a covert hub manufacturing banned psychotropic drugs for the black market. The operation began quietly, with a tip-off that the company APL Pharma was illegally producing drugs like Azazolam and feeding the supply chain through a key distributor, Sunny Yadav. The information appeared sensitive and explosive, an ATS officer said, so we cross-verified every detail using technical surveillance and human intelligence before moving in. Under the supervision of senior ATS officials and the leadership of the Deputy Superintendent of Police, a dedicated team meticulously mapped the network. Names emerged, links connected, and patterns repeated, pointing to a well-oiled racket rather than a one-off crime. On December 28, the ATS, along with a special unit of the Rajasthan Police, stormed the APL Pharma premises. Inside, officers found a fully functional illegal manufacturing unit. The seizure was massive and alarming -- 22 kilograms of psychotropic substances, including 5 kg of Alprazolam, 17 kg of a combination of Prozepam and Temazepam known for high abuse potential. Three men were taken into custody at the site -- Anshul Shastri (40) from Agra, Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Maurya (41) from Takora, Rajasthan, and Krishna Yadav (33), also from Takora. Investigators revealed that Anshul Shastri owned a firm supplying raw materials used to manufacture the illegal drug Azolamide. He allegedly partnered with Akhilesh Maurya to plan and execute large-scale production. This was not experimentation, an officer noted, adding, It was organised manufacturing with clear intent to supply. The drugs were produced at APL Pharma and allegedly sold across various regions, including parts of Maharashtra, through distributors like Sunny Yadav. Money trails, buyer networks, and additional collaborators are now under the scanner, with the ATS convinced that the racket has been operational for a long time. All three accused have been booked under Sections 8 and 22 of the NDPS Act at Vishwa Bhawan Phase-3, UIT Sector-3, Rajasthan. Officials say further arrests are likely as financial records and call data are analysed. Significantly, this is the ATSs second major narcotics bust in December. Earlier this month, a methamphetamine factory in Jodhpur was dismantled, leading to the arrest of six accused and the seizure of 40 kg of drugs and chemicals.
BJPs new Gujarat state executive triggers debate over factional balance, regional representation
AHMEDABAD: The BJPs long-awaited announcement of its Gujarat state executive has reshaped the partys internal power structure, with the new team under state president Jagdish Vishwakarma triggering fresh debate over leadership influence, factional balance, and regional representation within the party. The Gujarat BJP saw a major organisational reshuffle late Saturday night after newly appointed state president Jagdish Vishwakarma announced his full team, ending weeks of speculation and setting off fresh discussions within the party. Ten leaders have been appointed as state vice presidents, while Anirudh Dave, Dr Prashant Korat, Hitendrasinh Chauhan, and Ajay Brahmabhatt have been elevated as general secretaries, positions that form the partys command structure. The BJP leadership insists the intent is organisational strengthening. According to the party, seasoned leaders have been entrusted with vice-presidential roles, while a representative mix has been created among general secretaries and ministers to sharpen booth-level efficiency and message delivery ahead of upcoming political wars. Simultaneously, state presidents of the Kisan Morcha, Yuva Morcha, Mahila Morcha, SC-ST, OBC, and Minority Morcha were announced, completing the social and political architecture of the party. Gujarat BJP chief spokesperson Dr Anil Patel sought to set the tone, revealing that a meeting was held with the newly appointed office bearers, the state president, and the organisation's general secretary immediately after the announcement. They were formally introduced and guided on their responsibilities, Patel said, underlining the partys expectations. Our focus is clear. how to strengthen the organisation and how to take the development work of the Gujarat government to the people. Every office bearer must understand what their role is in that mission. New responsibilities have been assigned with one objective - to support the government and ensure the party is ready for every program. Old and new office bearers will work in coordination. This is about teamwork, not titles, he added. However, the newly announced executive committee has once again brought allegations of factionalism to the surface. Several leaders considered close to former state BJP president CR Patil are conspicuously absent from the list, fuellign speculation of a deliberate sidelining. In contrast, leaders perceived to be from camps opposing Patil appear to have gained prominence, suggesting an intentional recalibration of internal power. The new BJP state executive has also drawn criticism over regional imbalance, with no general secretary appointed from South Gujarat, a long-time party stronghold, while Saurashtra has secured three of the posts, triggering allegations of geographical favouritism. The announcement has also sparked discontent at the local level. The elevation of a Surendranagar district leader to the post of state general secretary has drawn attention, as he had earlier faced opposition from party workers in his home district. The decision has surprised party cadres and reinforced concerns that grassroots feedback was overlooked. The appointment of Ajay Brahmabhatt from Kheda as general secretary has similarly led to murmurs within the party, with leaders from Vadodara and North Gujarat feeling they were sidelined. The reshuffle has also revived memories of past internal battles. Leaders who had publicly differed with CR Patils working style or whose names surfaced during controversies such as the Patrika episode have now found space in the new structure. Former minister Ganpat Vasava, widely seen as a Patil opponent, has been appointed state president of the Scheduled Tribes Morcha, while Zhankhanaben Patel, whose Assembly ticket was earlier cut, has been rewarded with a vice-presidential post in the state committee. The new executive has also renewed debate over the BJPs stated principle of one person, one position. Party critics note that several leaders who already hold organisational or governmental responsibilities have been included again in the state executive. This has raised questions within party circles about consistency in applying the rule and about internal discipline in the formation of the expanded committee.
Gujarat ATS, Rajasthan police bust illegal drug factory in Rajasthan, seize 22 kg psychotropic substances The Indian Express
Gujarat tribal youth launch 131 Km padayatra over unemployment, caste discrimination
AHMEDABAD: Frustrated by three years of unresolved grievances, members of the tribal community from Banaskantha have launched a 131-kilometre padayatra from Palanpur to Gandhinagar. The protesters allege persistent caste discrimination, arbitrary rejection of caste verification certificates, and deliberate delays that have pushed educated tribal youth into prolonged unemployment. Congress workers, including Danta Congress MLA Kanti Kharadi, joined the walk. This is not a protest born overnight, Kharadi said while walking alongside protesters. For years, representations were made at the district level. Files moved, meetings happened, assurances were given but nothing changed. Because of the rejection of caste verification certificates, educated youth are sitting at home without jobs. When there is no solution locally, we are left with no option but to walk to Gandhinagar. At the heart of the agitation lies the caste verification process, which protesters say has turned into an institutional roadblock rather than a safeguard. Tribal leader Ishwarbhai Damor traced the crisis back three to four years, saying the community exhausted every constitutional channel before hitting the streets. We submitted written applications to Mamlatdars, Collectors, Ministers, the Chief Minister, even the Governor, Damor said. Our only demand was to remove the hurdles in caste certificate verification. Till today, there is no permanent or humane solution. Damor alleged that the consequences have been devastating. Youth who studied for years, cleared government exams through hard work, had their appointment orders withheld only because their caste certificates were kept pending or cancelled. Careers were paused, futures were frozen, he said. Taking the charge further, Damor accused verification committees of deliberately sabotaging candidates. Certificates are cancelled over minor grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, or technicalities. This is not scrutiny; this is obstruction. It feels like the administration is actively trying to prevent tribal youth from entering government service, he said, calling the practice condemnable and inhuman. According to Damor, repeated applications, follow-ups, and appeals yielded nothing, forcing leaders and youth from across the region to unite under one banner. That helplessness is why this walk has begun today, he said. It is not politics it is survival. Another tribal leader, Shankarbhai, put the issue in stark terms, questioning the very identity recognition of the community. For the last two years, we have been knocking on the governments doors, he said. There has been no solution. Our boys and girls remain jobless. If the government doubts whether we are tribal, then test our DNA but stop destroying our childrens future. The protesters have made their next step clear: if assurances replace action once again, the streets outside the power centre will turn into a protest site.
Digital arrest: Woman loses 3.71 crore, one held in Gujarat; accused poses as 'Justice Chandrachud'
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Mumbai woman loses Rs 3.71 crore in digital arrest scam
Mumbai: A man was held from Gujarat for allegedly receiving a major portion of Rs 3.71 crore siphoned off from a 68-year-old Mumbai woman in a digital arrest scam, a police official said on Monday. The cyber criminals posed as personnel from Colaba police station in south Mumbai as well as Central agencies and also 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 .
Thackeray brothers need Marathi vote consolidation, sizable Muslim and Dalit votes to win BMC polls
MUMBAI: If Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray eye to win the Asias largest civic body (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation) polls, the leaders have to repeat Shiv Sena (UBT)'s 2024 Lok Sabha performance. It will help them to win as many as 113 seats out of 227 in the BMC polls. However, Shiv Sena (UBT) had won the three seats out of six Lok Sabha seats while it lost one seat, by 34 votes in Mumbai. Congress's vote base -- Muslim and Dalit -- and Sharad Pawars supporters from the western Maharashtra region who stay in Mumbai, helped to secure several seats. MVA was successful in restrictingthe BJP and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shindes Shiv Sena to one seat each only in the financial capital. In the BMC polls scheduled on January 15 of next year, Congress has refused to be part of the Thackeray brother alliance, over differences in decent space and number of seats. Also, Raj Thackeray's stand against North India is considered problematic for Congresss North Indian voters. Thackerays have joined hands after 20 years, but many challenges loom on the road to the BMC However, the silver lining for Uddhav Thackeray is, Raj Thackeray-led MNS has a seven per cent vote share in Mumbai, which will help them both to fill the gap caused by Shinde-led Shiv Sena and Congress, but that is not enough at all, as there is still a gap of six per cent. Thackerays has to go an extra mile by addressing as many rallies as possible, galvanising the ground network and utilising funds. Only then ther is a possiblity, that they will be able to swing the verdict in their favour. Despite Thackeray's alliance, the BJP is unfazed and is comfortable on the ground as it has 27 per cent vote share in Mumbai, and even DCM Eknath Shinde will pull in at least five per cent vote share. Most likely, the BJP and Shiv Sena will march towards a historic win in this closely contested BMC election. Shinde led Shiv Sena has won the six state assembly seats in Mumbai, while BJP had won 15, and DCM Ajit Pawar led NCP has won one seat; therefore, arithmetically, BJP and Shiv Sena are unperturbed. The split in Maha Vikas Aghadi has boosted the confidence of the BJP and its Gujarati, Marwari and North Indian vote bank in Mumbai remains unaffected. However, the opposition are getting divided into multiple forces. Meanwhile, if Muslim and Dalit votes get divided among the Thackerays, Congress, NCP SP, Samajwadi Party, MIM, then it will be difficult to repeat the Lok Sabhas template again in BMC polls. Congress, VBA seal alliance for BMC polls Uddhav Thackeray banks on his work during Covid-19, urges people to vote for Sena (UBT) in BMC election
Supreme Court stays November 20 verdict, to revisit definition of Aravalli hills and ranges
The Supreme Court on Monday stayed its November 20, 2025 judgment that had limited the definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges to landforms rising at least 100 metres above the local terrain. The apex court has decided to revisit the contentious issue and proposed the formation of a high-powered expert committee to examine questions relating to the hills elevation, ecological significance, and permissible mining in the region. The matter is being heard in a suo motu case titled IN RE: DEFINITION OF ARAVALLI HILLS AND RANGES AND ANCILLARY ISSUES by a bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and A G Masih. The court has issued notices to the Centre, state governments, and other stakeholders, and listed the matter for further hearing on January 21, 2026. The November 20 ruling had accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges based on recommendations from a Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) committee. According to that definition, an Aravalli Hill is any landform in designated Aravalli districts with an elevation of 100 metres or more above local relief, while an Aravalli Range is a collection of two or more such hills within 500 metres of each other. The court had also banned the grant of fresh mining leases in these areas until the submission of expert reports. The Aravalli Hills and Ranges, stretching from Delhi through Haryana and Rajasthan to Gujarat, are among Indias oldest geological formations. Historically recognised across 37 districts, they serve as a natural barrier against northern desertification and play a critical role in biodiversity conservation and groundwater recharge. The development signals a potential relook at the earlier judgment, highlighting the ecological, developmental, and legal debates surrounding one of the countrys most important mountain systems.
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SC to hear suo motu case concerning 'definition' of the Aravalli range
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court's three-judge special vacation bench is expected to hear the suo motu cognisance case it has taken on the crucial issue concerning the definition of the Aravalli range on December 29. The hearing assumes significance as the top court will hear the matter on several key points that require consideration for a broader view on the issue of the definition of Aravalli. The three-judge vacation bench led byCJI Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and Augustine George Masih is likely to hear the case. The matter was listed asCase | In Re: Definition of Aravalli Hills and Ranges and ancillary issues, in the top court for hearing. In its judgment on November 20 this year, the Bench led by the then Chief Justice BR Gavai accepted the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) committee's recommended operational definition for the Aravali Hills and Ranges in the context of mining. The apex court, while acceptinga uniform, scientific definition of the Aravalli hills, imposed a ban on fresh mining leases across Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat until expert reports are finalised. Verdict of a disappearing shield: How the Aravallis edge towards erasure The court also approved the recommendations of the committee, aimed at protecting the Aravallis, regarded as the worlds oldest mountain system. The Supreme Court had, in its verdict, emphasised that uncontrolled mining poses a great threat to the ecology of the nation and directed uniform criteria to safeguard it. Their conservation is thus vital for ecological stability, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. The court had earlier directed the Centre to prepare a comprehensive Management Plan for Sustainable Mining before any new mining activity is permitted in the ecologically fragile region. It is to be noted that the Aravalli Hills are among Indias oldest geological formations, stretching from Delhi through Haryana, Rajasthan, and into Gujarat. Aravalli move to finish small hills, worsen NCR air: Jairam to minister Historically, they have been recognised across 37 districts by state governments, with their ecological role noted as a natural barrier against northern desertification and a protector of biodiversity and water recharge. Although the Bench allowed existing mines to operate only in strict compliance, described the Aravallis role as a green barrier against desertification and biodiversity loss. Amidst the severe apprehension that the recent change in the definition of Aravalli may be unchecked and lead to unregulated and illegal mining, the Supreme Court had, on Saturday, takensuo motu cognisance of the matter and decided to hear it today. The apex court took the matter on a suo motu basis, after a hue and cry by thepublic, environmentalists, civil society members and others expressing their apprehensions about the revised definition of the Aravalli hills, which may cause illegal mining and impact groundwater level, among others. Save Aravalli, Save Life drive gains currency in Rajasthan
'Laalo' box office collections day 80: Reeva's starrer earns Rs 21 lakhs
'Laalo Krishna Sada Sahaayate' continues its theatrical run, marking 80 days with steady, albeit slow, growth. The film has achieved a remarkable Rs 120.34 crore worldwide, solidifying its status as an all-time blockbuster in Gujarati cinema. Its compelling narrative of healing and hope continues to resonate with audiences.
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Ahmedabad Diary | Deputy Speaker resigns, triggers political buzz
Gujarat Assembly Deputy Speaker Jetha Bharwad has resigned from his post. He submitted his resignation letter to Speaker Shankar Chaudhary in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, BJP state president Jagdish Vishwakarma and organisation minister Ratnakar, and it was accepted immediately. While the move triggered political speculations, Bharwad said he stepped down voluntarily due to an excessive workload, multiple responsibilities and to give others an opportunity. A senior BJP leader and three-time MLA from Shahra in Panchmahal district, Bharwad has also held key roles in the cooperative sector. DGP race heats up as Vikas Sahay set to retire With DGP Vikas Sahay set to retire on December 31, speculations have started doing the rounds over his successor, signalling a major leadership change in the Gujarat police. The state government is in the final stages of preparing a panel of senior IPS officers to be sent to the UPSC, as per norms. Sources say the process could be completed within a week. Three names dominate the discussion: CID (crime chief) K L N Rao (1993 batch), Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G S Malik (1994 batch), and Recruitment Board chairperson Neerja Gotaru (1993 batch). The Centre will finalise the panel before the state announces the new DGP. Another bureaucratic reshuffle on the cards Days after transferring 26 IAS officers, the state is preparing the ground for another round of administrative reshuffle. The latest changes saw Sanjeev Kumar (1998 batch) appointed as the Principal Secretary to the CM with additional charge of the home department, while Vikrant Pandey (2005 batch) became Additional Principal Secretary to the CM with charge of information and broadcasting. However, multiple departments still function under additional charge. With five senior officers of the 1996 batch to be promoted as Additional Chief Secretaries on January 1, sources indicate that a fresh reshuffle is imminent. Dilip Singh Kshatriya Our correspondent in Gujarat dilipsingh@newindianexpress.com
Tourists rush to Kashmir after heavy snowfall
SRINAGAR: Fresh snowfall across higher reaches and key tourist destinations in Kashmir has revived the Valleys tourism sector, which had suffered a major setback following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam. North Kashmirs ski resort Gulmarg has emerged as the biggest beneficiary, with hotels reporting full occupancy for the New Year period. Blanketed in thick snow after last weeks heavy spell, the first major snowfall of the winter season, Gulmarg has witnessed a sharp surge in tourist arrivals, far exceeding industry expectations. The snowfall has had a very positive and significant impact on winter tourism. All hotels in Gulmarg are sold out. We were not expecting such a rush, but tourist inflow has surpassed our expectations, Travel Agents Association of Kashmir (TAAK) president Farooq Ahmad Kuthoo said. He added that the snowfall has prompted travellers to reconsider their winter plans, resulting in a noticeable increase in enquiries for January and February as well. These are encouraging signs for the tourism industry, Kuthoo added. Echoing similar sentiments, Mukhtar Ahmad Shah, a hotelier in Gulmarg, said tourist sentiment has improved significantly after the snowfall. Earlier, people were hesitant to visit, but snowfall has changed the mood of travellers. With another spell of snowfall forecast around New Years Eve, Shah said prospects for the rest of the winter look promising. Tourists visiting Gulmarg described the experience as unforgettable. A group from Hyderabad said the snow-covered meadows and peaks offered a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This truly feels like paradise on earth. The hospitality of the people makes the visit even more special, they said. TAAK secretary general and tour operator Sajad Kralyari said bookings have risen sharply after the snowfall. Tourist footfall in the Valley has increased from around 20 per cent to nearly 4045 per cent, and Gulmarg is witnessing near-total occupancy, he said. Tourists from south Indian states, Maharashtra and Gujarat are arriving in large numbers to enjoy snowfall and winter sports such as skiing. Sajad added that visitors from Malaysia, Vietnam and other foreign countries have also reached Kashmir, and foreign tourist inflow could rise further if snowfall conditions remain favourable for skiing. Tourism stakeholders said sustained snowfall could help the sector recover steadily after months of uncertainty. More snow could strengthen the winter season and pave the way for a better summer ahead, they said.
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Woman duped of Rs 3.8 crore in 'e-trial' by Justice Chandrachud imposter
A 68-year-old Mumbai woman was defrauded of Rs 3.75 crore by scammers who impersonated 'Justice Chandrachud' and staged a mock virtual court hearing. The fraudsters used high-pressure tactics, including demanding an essay about her life, to extract funds. Police have arrested one man in Gujarat for receiving a portion of the stolen money.
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Panchmahals nondescript villages turn havens for paper marriages - Times of India
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His workload has to be managed: Anil Kumble on Rashid Khan ahead of IPL 2026 - Big News Network.com
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New Delhi, Dec 28: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, addressed the national conference IMA NATCON 2025 organized by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat today. On this occasion, several dignitaries were present, including the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel. Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, [] The post Amit Shah addresses the Indian Medical Associations National Conference IMA Natcon 2025 in Ahmedabad today appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .
Ahmedabad: Amit Shah Distributes Certificates to Rehabilitated Families #Gallery - Social News XYZ
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87.5% conviction rate achieved in red sanders smuggling cases in 2025: Tirupati SP
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Gujarat Titansrsquo; Bet On Holder Is Interesting, His Six-hitting Abilities Have Improved, Says Pathan Yardbarker
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Indian Premier League: Former India left-arm pacer Irfan Pathan said Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 champions Gujarat Titans (GT) have shown immense faith in West Indies fast bowling all-rounder Jason Holder, noting that his improved six-hitting ability alongside his new-ball bowling will benefit the side in the 2026 season. Holder has been a familiar face in the Indian Premier League, having previously represented Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders, Lucknow Super Giants, and Rajasthan Royals. In the auction held in Abu Dhabi, GT aggressively pursued Holder and eventually got him for Rs 7 crore after a prolonged tussle with CSK. Their bet on Jason Holder is interesting. He is an amazing bowler with the new ball, but his batting has improved, especially his six-hitting abilities. GT has put a lot of faith in that. Their main strength is their top three batters: Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler. How they use Washington Sundar will be important, as his batting has gotten better, too. The role of Glenn Phillips, or whoever plays at number four or five, will also be very big, said Pathan on JioStar. Ex-India opener Abhinav Mukund explained the reasoning behind GT's preference for left-arm pacers and all-rounders like Holder in making their IPL 2026 squad. Gujarat Titans love fast bowlers, especially left-arm pacers like Prithviraj Yarra and Luke Wood. Ashok Sharma had a great Syed Mushtaq Ali season. How they use Washington Sundar will be important, as his batting has gotten better, too. The role of Glenn Phillips, or whoever plays at number four or five, will also be very big, said Pathan on JioStar. Also Read: Live Cricket Score So maybe if Glenn Phillips is fit, he plays in the middle order, and Jason Holder finishes. Overall, they still look like a brilliant side. They have the best young Indian talent. I don't know who will control them on the bench. Good luck to Parthiv Patel and Ashish Nehra, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Adding More Than 7,000 Doctors Every Year: CM Bhupendra Patel - Menafn
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Army Boys Sports Company, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Enter Sub-jr Men Academy C'ships Final
Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy: After winning their semi-final matches, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy and Army Boys Sports Company advanced to the finals of the 3rd Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B, held at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat, Gujarat, on Sunday. In the first semi-final, Army Boys Sports Company defeated Ritu Rani Hockey Academy 5-1. Arjun scored a hat-trick (25, 37, 39), while Shubham Sanjay Shinde (44) and Arkit Barua (58) added goals, securing their spot in the final. Sandeep Singh (45) scored the only goal for Ritu Rani Hockey Academy. In the second semi-final, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy won a penalty shootout against Sail Hockey Academy. Sanmukh Singh scored for Roundglass at 57, and Mohmad Shahid scored for Sail at 30. After a 1-1 draw in regular time, Roundglass clinched victory with a 3-2 score in the shootout. Earlier in the tournament, Roundglass Hockey Academy recorded a massive 190 victory over Cheema Hockey Academy in their Pool A game. Inderjit Singh (13, 30, 45) scored a hat-trick, while Captain Arshpreet Singh (4, 14), Anurag Singh (9, 10), Om Rajnesh Saini (36, 39), Gurwinder Singh (2, 48), and Varinder Singh (59, 60) netted braces. Sukhpreet Singh (19), Prince Singh (51), Jarman Singh (55), Sunny (7), Sukhmanpreet Singh (5), and Amandeep (5) added one goal each. In Pool A, Army Boys Sports Company beat Cheema Hockey Academy 61 on Thursday. Goals came from Bara Chhitij (1, 4), Venkateswara Kolnati Rao (22, 47), K.T. Aiyappa Linith (7), and R.P. Rithveesh (57). Harmanjot Singh scored the only goal for Cheema Hockey Academy. Ritu Rani Hockey Academy will compete against Sail Hockey Academy for third place, while Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy will face Army Boys Sports Company in the final on Monday. Brief results: Ritu Rani Hockey Academy will compete against Sail Hockey Academy for third place, while Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy will face Army Boys Sports Company in the final on Monday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy defeated Sail Hockey Academy 1-1 (3-2) in semi-final 2 Article Source: IANS
Built On Hatred, Spreads Hatred: Congress MP Manickam Tagore Equates RSS With Al-Qaeda
This comes after Digvijaya Singh shared a black-and-white photograph from the 1990s, found on social question-and-answer website Quora, showing a young Narendra Modi seated on the floor near senior BJP leader LK Advani at an event in Gujarat
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Virat Kohli made a sensational return to domestic cricket in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 202526, scoring 208 runs in his first two matches for Delhi. He became the fastest to 16,000 List A runs with a century against Andhra and followed it with a half-century and two catches against Gujarat.
Ashleigh Gardner Up For Australia Captaincy if Got Asked To Do It
Australian Allrounder Ashleigh Gardner: Australian Allrounder Ashleigh Gardner stated she would be willing to accept the captaincy if offered, despite not having ever envisioned herself in such a role. Over the past 12 months, Gardner has made significant progress in her leadership journey, taking on captaincy roles in three different T20 leagues worldwide. She will begin the new year travelling to India to once again lead the Gujarat Giants in the Women's Premier League (WPL). Gardner assumed the captaincy at the franchise from Australian teammate Beth Mooney last season, leading them to their first-ever playoff appearance. She then received another leadership role mid-year in the UK when England captain Natalie Sciver-Brunt stepped back, allowing Gardner to lead the Trent Rockets in The Hundred, where they finished in the top four. The experience empowered her to confidently ask for the role with the Sydney Sixers, knowing she would eventually take it. She then succeeded Ellyse Perry as the captain for WBBL 11. Yeah, I guess so. If I got asked to do it, great, Gardner told cricket.com.au when asked if shed be up for Australias captaincy after Alyssa Healy steps down. You can lead without actually having the 'c' next to your name. That's something that I've really tried to do over the last little period, especially within the spin group. (I have) really tried to lead that pack. I've been there the longest, so (I'm) making sure that I'm sharing knowledge where I can, but also just bouncing ideas off each other. I think cricket's such an individual sport within a team environment. It's so important to be able to utilise those around you, she added. While 22-year-old Phoebe Litchfield's name keeps getting mentioned by former players and pundits, current vice-captain Tahlia McGrath also remains a top contender for the role. (I have) really tried to lead that pack. I've been there the longest, so (I'm) making sure that I'm sharing knowledge where I can, but also just bouncing ideas off each other. I think cricket's such an individual sport within a team environment. It's so important to be able to utilise those around you, she added. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Gardner, meanwhile, leads every franchise team she currently represents. A sign of her high leadership reputation worldwide is that two current national captains play under her in their country's leagues- Healy in the WBBL and Sciver-Brunt at The Hundred. Article Source: IANS
Aravalli definition row: Supreme Court to hear suo motu case on December 29
Environmentalists have warned that the revised definition could open up vast stretches of the ancient mountain range across Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat to mining activities
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SC takes suo motu cognisance of row over definition of Aravalli range, hearing on Monday
NEW DELHI: Amidst the severe apprehension over the redefinition of Aravalli hills, the Supreme Court has on Saturday took suo motu cognisance of the matter and decided to hear it on December 29, Monday. The matter is to be heard by a three-judge bench of the apex court, headed by the CJI Surya Kant and Justices J K Maheshwari and Augustine George Masih on December 29, Monday. The matter was listed as, Case | In Re: Definition of Aravalli Hills and Ranges and ancillary issues, in the top court for hearing on Monday. The apex court took the matter on suo motu basis, after major protest by the public, environmentalists, civil society members and others expressing their apprehensions about the revised definition of the Aravalli hills. They worried that the change may lead to indiscriminate illegal mining and impact groundwater level among others. Socio-environmental activist and lawyer Hitendra Gandhi wrote a letter to CJI Kant, seeking review of 100 Metre test rule pertaining to Aravalli issue. Gandhi also wrote a letter to the President of India in this regard. Low ridges, water recharge areas have to be protected. 100 Metre rule risks excluding large ecologically integral parts that may not meet numerical height threshold but remain functionally critical, the letter of Gandhi said. Rajasthan Dy CM accuses Congress of politicising Aravalli redefinition row as protests continue across state In its judgment on November this year, the bench led by the then Chief Justice BR Gavai (Now retired) accepted the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) committee's recommended operational definition for the Aravali Hills and Ranges in the context of mining. The Supreme Court had in its verdict emphasised that uncontrolled mining here poses a great threat to the ecology of the nation and directed uniform criteria to safeguard them. Their conservation is thus vital for ecological stability, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. The court had earlier directed the Centre to prepare a comprehensive Management Plan for Sustainable Mining before any new mining activity is permitted in the ecologically fragile region. It is to be noted that Aravalli Hills are among Indias oldest geological formations, stretching from Delhi through Haryana, Rajasthan, and into Gujarat. Historically, they have been recognised across 37 districts by state governments, with their ecological role noted as a natural barrier against northern desertification and a protector of biodiversity and water recharge.
Tiger returns to Gujarat: Ratanmahal forests now home to three big sats
Gujarat now hosts lions, tigers, and leopards. Tigers have been spotted in Ratanmahal forests. The National Tiger Conservation Authority has confirmed a tiger's presence. This marks Gujarat's return to the national tiger population count after decades. Efforts are underway to strengthen the tiger's habitat.
