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20 blackbucks rewilded in Gujarat's Banni grasslands on 80th Independence Day
As India celebrated its 80th Independence Day, the Gujarat Forest Department, with support of the Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (GZRRC) - Vantara, successfully released 20 blackbucks (Antilope cervicapra) into the Banni grasslands of Kutch in Gujarat. The development marks an important milestone in the restoration of native wildlife and the ecological character of this unique grassland landscape.
Ahmedabad, August 16: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has commenced his tour to the United States and Canada in preparation for the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027. During this trip, he will meet with investors and industry bodies to enhance foreign investment in Gujarat. Accompanying the Chief Minister are key officials including Chief Secretary M.K. Das, ... Read more Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel Embarks on US and Canada Tour for Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit
CM Patel leaves for US, Canada to attract investment ahead of Vibrant Gujarat 2027
Ahmedabad, Aug 16 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel departed from Ahmedabad in the early hours of Sunday for a visit to the United States and Canada aimed at attracting global investment and inviting investors and industry leaders to the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027. CM Patel is leading a high-level state delegation that will []
CM Bhupendra Patel Begins US-Canada Tour Ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2027
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel has embarked on a US-Canada tour to promote Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027 and attract foreign investment to the state.
Ghee, Oils Worth Rs 35 Lakh Seized After Food Authority Raids In Gujarat
Gujarat's Food and Drug Control Administration seizes Rs 35 lakh adulterated ghee and oils during raids in Surat and Deesa.
Srinagar's iconic Lal Chowk wears festive look amid hoisting of tricolour
The iconic Lal Chowk here wore a festive look on Saturday as hundreds of tourists celebrated the country's 80th Independence Day in front of the famous Clock Tower. A huge number of visitors thronged the crossing in Srinagar -- the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. Once emblematic of separatist discourse, Lal Chowk was swept in tricolours. Netra Gurjar, a first-time tourist from Mumbai, said she was not wrong to visit the spot. It is my first time visiting Kashmir. We have been in Kashmir for seven days. It is our first time here (in Lal Chowk). And if you look at it, it is the first time we are celebrating Independence Day somewhere, she told PTI Videos. Gurjar said the family wanted to experience the atmosphere at Lal Chowk and they were not disappointed. Kashmir has changed a lot from what it was before. Before coming here, we were also scared. But, after coming here, all fear has vanished. It is safe. It is good. The infrastructure is very good, said Gurjar, adding that her eyes were welling up. Another tourist, Pune's Aisha Sheikh, said the visit was a dream come true. Coming to this Lal Chowk, where Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru unfurled the flag, was a dream for us. If we come to Kashmir, we must come to Lal Chowk, she said. Sheikh said there were many speculations in the media that Kashmir is not safe. But we did not feel anything like that. It is completely safe. People are also very good. The residential (local) people are good, the military is very supportive. And for the tourists here, Kashmir is completely safe, she said. As shouts of 'Vande Mataram' reverberated in the air, Sheikh said she could not feel any prouder. Vande Mataram comes from within, saying this is my country, this is my nation, and this is my pride. We are Indians, we will remain Indians, and we will be buried in India itself. So we shouldn't even be called Pakistanis. We are Indians. And we proudly say that we are Indians, she said. Sheikh insisted that today's generation does not believe in division and there is no Hindu-Muslim issue. All are Indians, there's nothing else here. Kashmir is completely safe, she said. Authorities made elaborate arrangements, complete with selfie points, for the people to celebrate the day. A kid skated around with glee, carrying the tricolour in one hand. Suraj Bhatt, a tourist from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, was thrilled to witness the moment. There is a big crowd here It feels good. The atmosphere here is energetic and enthusiastic, and it feels good to be at Lal Chowk, Bhatt, who was visiting the Valley for the fourth time, said. Gujarat-based Arun Haryani, painted in saffron, white, and green, stood beneath the Clock Tower, continuing a tradition he began four years ago. I used to hear that hoisting the tricolour here was considered a challenge and that tensions would rise in the area. So, I thought I should come here myself, hoist the flag and spread a message of peace and brotherhood, he said, recalling his first visit. Haryani said when he came to the valley in 2022, there was almost a curfew-like atmosphere. But when I came here in 2023, people stood from 6 in the morning until around 11 pm at Lal Chowk. They celebrated and danced, and at one point, someone even lifted me onto his shoulders and danced with me. That made me feel that a very positive message of brotherhood had come across. Since then, I have been coming here every year, he said.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Highlights State
It is a clash of titans which is unfolding before the all-important 2027 assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. It is an unusual clash unfolding in the annals of BJP- unheard of during the last decade of Narendra Modi-Amit Shah supremacy, as the enthusiastic Opposition watches with glee from sidelines. It is so because they, Opposition, are for the time being, out of this clash which is between the two power centres of the saffron party, Modi-Shahs centralised oversight leaving hardly any margin for fellow compatriots, and Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Aditynanaths independent style of governance, loath to any interference from top bosses in New Delhi. Many manifestations of this clash of titans have come to the fore in the recent past. From BJPs internal battle of supremacy to control the organisational mechanism in Uttar Pradesh, to reports of the Centres desperate but failed attempts, up till now, to reign in Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath like the other BJP-ruled states headed by lightweights and political novices. And the huge controversy surrounding the alleged theft of donations in Ayodhyas Ram Temple assuming a state versus Centre dimension. In all these manifestations the battle-lines seem getting drawn more clearly. To cap it all, Governor Mrs Anandiben Patel choosing Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths home turf Gorakhpur, his political as well as spiritual karambhoomi, to impliedly target him on the pretext of poor facilities in local educational institutions for the students and other like issues, has generated curiosity both within the BJP-leaving them guessing as to what is transpiring ahead of the assembly elections- and the Opposition camp led by Samajwadi Party-Congress combine. As it is, the path to the coming assembly elections is strewn with serious hurdles for the BJP in view of rumblings in the partys traditional vote-base. The recent set of developments with the Governor pitching in, taking upon herself the role of opposition rather than remaining within the confines of her Constitutional limits, has led to tongues wagging whether the Yogi will be projected as the CM face for his possible third consecutive term or not. Or is he destined to go the way senior BJP leaders such as Mrs Vasundhara Raje and Mr Shivraj Singh Chouhan- both shown the door despite being powerful chief ministers in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. A common thread connecting the three senior leaders of politically important states is that many consider them as possible Prime Ministerial hopefuls. And that has proved to be undoing of Mrs Raje and Mr Chouhan and the phenomena seems to be catching up with Yogi Adityanath. The significance of Governor Anandibens diatribe lies in the selection of Gorakhpur which is strongly connected with the chief minister. She seized upon the opportunity to pull up the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, in her capacity as its Chancellor, and local administration over hostel infrastructure and student amenities. Ostensibly, her message was designed to be sent where it was meant to target. Apart from Gorakhpur being Yogi Adityanaths seat of power, selecting it to indirectly target him has many dimensions attached to it. After all he was MP from Gorakhpur for five consecutive terms before taking over as the chief ministers. And more importantly, it is home to the Gorakhnath Math of which the Yogi is the powerful head. Could Mrs Anandiben have done this on her own will or she was ordained to do so by the party high command? It is to remember that she was a veteran politician from Gujarat and a senior minister before becoming Governor of one of the most politically significant state Uttar Pradesh which is central to BJPs national politics and ambitions. Well, the Gorakhpur episode was not an isolated outburst by her but it has become significant being the home-turf of the Yogi who is in the eye of storm having managed to pursue a line independent of New Delhi. Credit goes to him for steadfastly standing his ground but that has also, of late, become a reason for him to court problems. Will he be able to offset the effect of these developments focused on him in the run up to, not only the assembly election but the subsequent Lok Sabha polls as well? Ordinarily Modi-Shah duo will never like to off-set the political equilibrium to BJPs disadvantage as the road to victory in 2029 general elections passes through Uttar Pradesh. As it is, the central dispensation is facing plethora of problems including the serious challenge posed by the Gen Z protests propelled by an unknown Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) and the resultant strong police action against the protestors at New Delhis Jantar Mantar which has led to the washing out of the monsoon Session of Parliament on the issue. Mrs Patel has repeatedly used public platforms to question the functioning of institutions under the state government during past few weeks. At the Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology in Kanpur on July 10, she raised fingers on the way the agricultural system was responding to farmers. She referred to farmers being given targets for seed production and then being forced to purchase seeds from large companies after meeting those targets. Likewise, in Lucknow University, she has questioned hostel Wi-Fi, drinking water, food quality and maintenance. She has also expressed displeasure over sanitation around academic departments and the Tagore Library. At King Georges Medical University, she questioned the use of expired spice powder in a mess and raised concerns over food and cleanliness. Her intervention prompted the university administration to constitute a special task force for monitoring such facilities. And at Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith in Varanasi, her attention again turned to hostels, messes, food, Wi-Fi and sanitation. On the face of it there is nothing wrong in the Governor intervening in the functioning of such institutions as she is entitled to discharge her responsibilities as Chancellor of state universities and other such institutions. But place, timing and possible motive in the face of approaching assembly elections, certainly raise doubts. However, what makes it more intriguing is the fact that her criticism of the state set-up has moved beyond the confines of universities. During her recent visit to Ayodhya, she did not hesitate to take a swipe at the bureaucratic functioning. Her statement that devotees could get darshan at the Ram Temple more easily than a government file could get cleared, took everyone by surprise. The obvious hint was to the bureaucratic Red-tape prevalent in the state. Under this garb the obvious target seemed to be the political leadership of the ruling party in UP.
Gujarat Welcomes PM Modis Announcements on Womens Reservation and Free Coaching
Vadodara, August 16: Residents of Vadodara, Gujarat, expressed their support for Prime Minister Narendra Modis announcements made from the Red Fort on Saturday. His call for political parties to unite for implementing 33% reservation for women and providing free online coaching for competitive exams was particularly well-received. During his address on the 80th Independence Day, ... Read more Gujarat Welcomes PM Modis Announcements on Womens Reservation and Free Coaching
Over Rs 35 lakh worth of suspected adulterated ghee, oils seized in Gujarat
Surat, Aug 15 (IANS) Gujarats Food and Drug Control Administration has seized more than Rs 35 lakh worth of suspected adulterated ghee and oils during raids in Surat and Deesa, following directions from Health Minister Praful Pansheriya to take strict action against food adulteration, officials said on Saturday. In Surat, officials raided a factory operated []
Gujarat market expert backs PM Modi
Surat, Aug 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modis seven-point development framework announced from the Red Fort on Saturday has drawn support from market expert and RupNex co-founder Avnish Tiwari, who said Indias focus on manufacturing, technology, agriculture and other strategic sectors could strengthen its position in the global economy. Addressing the nation on the 80th []
Gujarat Police Seizes 7,164 Bottles of Illegal Liquor Worth
Ahmedabad, August 16: The Bagodara police in Ahmedabad rural district confiscated 7,164 bottles of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) valued at 26.81 lakhs during a vehicle check at the Bagodara toll plaza on Saturday. The total estimated value of the seized liquor, the truck, and other items amounts to 41.94 lakhs. This operation aims to ... Read more Gujarat Police Seizes 7,164 Bottles of Illegal Liquor Worth 26.81 Lakhs
Gujarat: 7,164 liquor bottles valued at Rs 26.81 lakh seized
Ahmedabad, Aug 15 (IANS) Bagodra Police in Ahmedabad Rural district seized 7,164 bottles of Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) valued at Rs 26.81 lakh from a truck during vehicle checking at the Bagodra toll plaza, police said on Saturday. The total value of the seized liquor, vehicle and other items was estimated at Rs 41.94 lakh. []
Gujarat BJP President Emphasizes Responsibilities of Freedom on Independence Day
Gandhinagar, August 15: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Jagdish Vishwakarma, the President of the Gujarat Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), stated that freedom should not merely be viewed as the enjoyment of rights. Instead, it should be understood as the responsible exercise of those rights and the disciplined fulfillment of duties towards the ... Read more Gujarat BJP President Emphasizes Responsibilities of Freedom on Independence Day
I-Day celebrations highlight civic responsibility across Gujarat cities
Ahmedabad Gujarats three major municipal corporations marked the 80th Independence Day on Saturday with flag-hoisting ceremonies in Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad and The post I-Day celebrations highlight civic responsibility across Gujarat cities appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Pune, August 15: The 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 showcased thrilling matches on Saturday in Pune, featuring teams from Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram, Assam, Gujarat, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In Pool B, Hockey Karnataka achieved the days biggest victory, defeating Hockey Uttarakhand 6-1. Meanwhile, Hockey Bihar delivered a ... Read more Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram Shine in Jr Women's Hockey
On the fourth day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026, Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured significant victories. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand 6-1, Bihar beat Goa 6-0, and Mizoram overcame Kerala 2-0. Other matches saw Assam, Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu also win, with Rajasthan and Jammu & Kashmir receiving forfeit victories.
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram register wins in Jr Women''s National Hockey Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured victories in their respective matches. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand by a commanding 6-1 margin in their game. Bihar also achieved a comprehensive 6-0 win against Goa in another contest. Mizoram earned a 2-0 victory over Kerala in their pool encounter. Other teams like Assam and Gujarat also registered wins in their divisions.
Gujarat Governor Appeals for National Interest on Independence Day
Gandhinagar, August 15: On the occasion of Indias 80th Independence Day, Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat hoisted the national flag at Lok Bhavan. He urged citizens to prioritize national interests and fulfill their social and national responsibilities with integrity, hard work, and a spirit of service. While addressing the public, Devvrat called on people to contribute ... Read more Gujarat Governor Appeals for National Interest on Independence Day
After a decade, zebras will again delight visitors to the Thiruvananthapuram zoo
The zebras, a male and a female aged five and three, are being brought from Vantara at Jamnagar in Gujarat. In exchange, a king cobra and a lion-tailed macaque will be handed over.
After a decade, zebras will again delight visitors to the Thiruvananthapuram zoo
The zebras, a male and a female aged five and three, are being brought from Vantara at Jamnagar in Gujarat. In exchange, a king cobra and a lion-tailed macaque will be handed over.
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Worked as maids and then robbed homes: Two Nepali women arrested in Gujarat
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Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi urged planning for Viksit Bharat by 2047. He noted only two decades remain to achieve this ambitious national goal. The state government is committed to welfare and development for all citizens. New hostels and safety measures are being implemented for vulnerable communities. Gujarat is a role model, providing significant employment opportunities for young people.
PM Modis Independence Day turbans: A look at his colourful Red Fort looks from 2014 to 2026
To mark Indias 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Red Fort on Saturday in a striking red tie-and-dye turban with a long trailing end, as he delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the historic ramparts.The turban featured intricate red, green and white patterns inspired by Rajasthani and Gujarati styles. He paired it with a white kurta-pajama and brown jacket, completing the look with three pocket squares in saffron, white and green, mirroring the colours of the national flag.
Independence Day and Parsi New Year: Are Schools Open for Flag Hoisting Today?
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Blood donation camps dont qualify for GST exemption, Gujarat AAR rules
Gujarat's AAR ruled blood donation camps are not charitable for GST exemption. Yoga camps, however, were deemed charitable activities and exempt from GST. Several welfare and training programs under government schemes also received GST exemption. These included self-defense training and mental health initiatives for women. The ruling clarifies GST applicability for various NGO activities in Gujarat.
Gujarat CM announces major rural housing, road, nutrition and education schemes
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PM Modi sports red tie-and-dye turban for Independence Day 2026 celebrations
PM Modi paired his white kurta with a chocolate brown vest and the traditional turban, which is commonly associated with the cultural traditions of Rajasthan and Gujarat
J&K youth must ensure mistakes of past are never repeated: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 14:The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, today attended the solemn observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The event was marked by collective remembrance and a reaffirmation of national unity. In his address on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor paid heartfelt tribute to all those citizens who endured unimaginable suffering during the partition of 1947 and whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations. The Lieutenant Governor emphasised that the wound of partition continues to exist as a pain in the collective consciousness of every Indian. Decades after the partition, their sacrifice reminds us that the wound remains unhealed, lingering as a generational pain in Indias collective soul. On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, we are not merely recalling the past but we are giving voice to those millions whose voices were taken away from them. I wish to reiterate with firm resolve that we will not allow their pain to be buried in the dust of history. Remembering them is fulfilling our duty towards humanity. We will preserve their memories. Remembering them with complete truthfulness, honesty, and utmost sensitivity is the most sacred tribute. I believe that their stories are an indelible chapter of our national consciousness, and their sacrifice will forever remain alive in the soul of Mother India, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the people of UT of Jammu and Kashmir to treat this day as an occasion of introspection and national resolve. He called upon the youth, farmers, workers, and women to rise with courage and determination, to turn the pace of time towards progress and harmony. The Lieutenant Governor praised the resilience of people who rebuilt their lives with courage and enriched the countrys social fabric and cultural heritage with historic traditions and values. Todays occasion is an opportunity to acknowledge the pain of the past and strengthen our unwavering commitment to peace, harmony and national unity. This day reminds us that only the lessons of history can make the future secure and humane, the Lieutenant Governor said. He noted that the partition divided families and displaced communities from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Chhamb. He paid tribute to those who faced decades-long discrimination within the UT due to Article 370. The Lieutenant Governor said that Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ended their suffering and granted them equal rights like any other citizen of the country. The Lieutenant Governor also paid tribute the countless families who sacrificed during the tribal invasion months after partition. Within a few months of partition, enemies of the nation carried out terror attack under the cover of tribal invasions. Indian army and people fought bravely. The struggle and sacrifice of countless families are an integral part of the collective memory of Jammu and Kashmir. Today, I humbly pay tribute to the patience, hard work, and unbroken patriotism of all those families, he said. Addressing the youth, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that partition is not merely history but a living memory of millions of families. He urged them to learn from the experiences of the past, to reject enmity and communal bitterness, and to build bridges of trust. He called upon them to construct a developed India that is inclusive and empowered. The youth of Jammu Kashmir must ensure that the mistakes of the past are never repeated in the future. Where walls were once raised, you must build bridges of trust and construct a Viksit Bharat that is inclusive, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor reminded the gathering that Indias strength lies in its diversity. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Gujarat to Goa, from Assam to Arunachal Pradesh, India is a confluence of languages, cultures, traditions, and beliefs, he said. Through partition, enemies of the nation tried to destroy this spirit of unity in diversity, but India has continuously moved forward with pride and confidence. We must take a pledge to acquaint future generations with the pain of partition, to strengthen peace and harmony, and to ensure that such a tragedy is never repeated. Building a self-reliant Jammu Kashmir is a shared duty and national unity remains the bedrock of our strength, security and collective progress, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor visited the photo exhibition on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. A Two- minute silence was observed in memory of those who lost their lives during the Partition of India.
A republic renewed by its citizens
Indias 80th Independence Day, to be celebrated on 15 August 2026, is not merely another anniversary on the national calendar. It is a historic milestone in the continuing journey of a civilisation that transformed the achievement of political freedom into the audacious project of building a constitutional democracy based on liberty, equality, justice and fraternity. Seventy-nine years after India broke the chains of colonial rule, the meaning of independence must be examined not only through the sacrifices of the freedom movement but also through the responsibilities that freedom places upon every citizen. Independence was never intended to be simply the transfer of power from one set of rulers to another. The freedom struggle represented a much larger aspiration: that the people of India should become masters of their own destiny. The Constitution subsequently gave institutional expression to that aspiration. It transformed the promise of freedom into fundamental rights, democratic institutions, an independent judiciary, universal adult franchise, federalism and the rule of law. The 80th Independence Day therefore offers an opportunity to ask a fundamental question: What does freedom mean to an Indian citizen in 2026? The answer cannot be confined to the waving of the Tricolour, patriotic songs or ceremonial speeches. Independence is meaningful only when citizens are free to speak, think, worship, associate, question authority, pursue knowledge, seek justice and participate equally in the democratic process. Political freedom acquires substance only when accompanied by social dignity, economic opportunity, constitutional protection and equality before law. Freedom is both a right and a responsibility The generation that fought for independence understood the price of freedom. Many went to prison, sacrificed careers, endured repression and, in numerous cases, gave their lives. They did not know what India would look like in 2026. But they had faith that succeeding generations would protect and enlarge the freedom they had secured. That responsibility now belongs to us. Citizenship in a democracy cannot be reduced to voting once every few years. A democratic citizen must remain alert to the functioning of institutions, demand accountability from those in power, respect constitutional limitations and defend the rights of otherseven when those rights are exercised by people with whom one disagrees. The true test of democracy is not whether we defend the freedom of those who agree with us. It is whether we are prepared to defend the freedom of those whose opinions, beliefs or politics may be different from our own. This is where the Constitution becomes the moral compass of the Republic. The Preambles commitment to justice, liberty, equality and fraternity is not ornamental language. It represents the foundational contract between the State and its citizens. The Republic becomes stronger when these principles become part of everyday civic conduct. Indias greatest achievement: constitutional democracy The extraordinary achievement of independent India lies in the fact that a deeply diverse society chose democracy. India brought together hundreds of communities, languages, cultures, faiths and traditions within a single constitutional framework. It adopted universal adult suffrage at the very beginning of the Republic, at a time when many newly independent nations were still struggling to establish democratic institutions. The Indian experiment has survived because democracy in India was never merely an institutional arrangement. It became a public habit, a political aspiration and, increasingly, a constitutional culture. Yet democracy can never be taken for granted. Every generation has to renew it. Institutions require vigilance. Fundamental rights require citizens who understand and defend them. The independence of constitutional institutions requires public commitment. The rule of law requires both rulers and citizens to accept that no individual or institution is above the Constitution. The 80th Independence Day should therefore become a national reminder that Indias future will be determined not only by governments but by the quality of its citizenship. And this is where Gen Z enters the national story Indias Gen Z is not merely the youngest generation of voters and professionals. It is increasingly the generation that will shape Indias intellectual, technological, economic and democratic future. This generation has grown up in a digital India. It communicates through smartphones, consumes information at extraordinary speed, creates content, challenges conventional hierarchies and is often impatient with traditional political language. That impatience should not necessarily be viewed as a weakness. It can be a democratic strength. Young Indians are asking difficult questions about employment, education, inequality, corruption, climate change, gender justice, institutional accountability, privacy, technology and the future of democracy. They want transparency and they want results. But Gen Z also faces a new challenge that the freedom fighters could never have imagined: the battle for truth in the digital age. Social media has democratised information, but it has also democratised misinformation. A fabricated story can travel faster than a verified fact. A manipulated image can acquire the appearance of truth. Algorithms can create echo chambers in which citizens hear only opinions that reinforce their existing beliefs. For Gen Z, therefore, digital citizenship is an essential component of constitutional citizenship. Freedom of expression must be accompanied by responsibility in the use of expression. The right to communicate must be matched by the duty to verify. Political disagreement should not become personal hatred. Criticism of government should not be confused with hostility towards the nation. A young citizen who checks facts before forwarding a message is performing an act of democratic responsibility. A young citizen who refuses to participate in online hatred is strengthening national unity. A young citizen who asks uncomfortable questions of authority is contributing to democracy. From patriotic emotion to constitutional patriotism Patriotism must not be measured only by the intensity of slogans. The deeper form of patriotism is respect for the constitutional values that hold India together. India does not belong to one religion, language, caste, region or political ideology. Its extraordinary identity lies precisely in its plurality. The idea of India is therefore not simply geographical. It is constitutional. It is the idea that a citizen in Kashmir and a citizen in Kanyakumari, a citizen in Nagaland and one in Gujarat, a Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain or person of another faith, the rich and the poor, the majority and the minorityall possess equal constitutional dignity. Fraternity is therefore as important as liberty. Without fraternity, liberty can become individualistic and equality can become merely formal. Fraternity reminds us that democracy is ultimately about living together with dignity. The 80th Independence Day should consequently inspire us to move beyond majoritarian and minoritarian identities and rediscover the larger identity of constitutional citizenship. The first generation won freedom. The Constitution gave freedom a framework. Our generation must protect it. And Gen Z must carry it forward. Author is a Constitutional expert & a public intellectual
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel urges unity to build developed Gujarat
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Gujarat Reports 27 Deaths Due to Chandipura Virus Amid Rising Cases
Gandhinagar, August 15: The ongoing surveillance period in Gujarat, which began on June 30, has confirmed 41 laboratory cases of the Chandipura virus, resulting in 27 fatalities. This information was released by the state health department on Friday. As of 5 PM on August 14, the state recorded 257 suspected cases of the Chandipura virus. ... Read more Gujarat Reports 27 Deaths Due to Chandipura Virus Amid Rising Cases
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Anand, August 14: Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi inaugurated a new district jail in Bakrol, Anand on Friday. This facility has the capacity to house 370 inmates and is equipped with amenities aimed at both security and rehabilitation. Constructed at a cost of approximately 67.52 crores, the jail spans 120,000 square meters, with a ... Read more Modern District Jail Inaugurated in Gujarat with Rehabilitation Facilities for 370 Inmates
Gujarat Enhances Maritime Tourism with Modern Facilities at 17 Lighthouses
Gandhinagar, August 14: Gujarat has introduced modern tourism facilities at 17 lighthouses along its coastline. These traditional structures, which guide ships, have now transformed into tourist attractions showcasing the states maritime history and heritage. This initiative is part of the central governments effort to develop historically and architecturally significant lighthouses into educational, cultural, and tourist-friendly ... Read more Gujarat Enhances Maritime Tourism with Modern Facilities at 17 Lighthouses
Gujarat: Chandipura virus claims 27 lives, 41 cases confirmed
Gandhinagar, August 14 (IANS) Gujarat has recorded 41 laboratory-confirmed Chandipura virus cases and 27 deaths since the current surveillance period began on June 30, according to the latest state health department data released on Friday. As of 5 p.m. on August 14, a total of 257 suspected Chandipura virus cases had been reported across the []
Gujarat Launches Major Environmental Initiative Ahead of Independence Day in Amreli
Ahmedabad, August 14: A significant environmental campaign has been launched in Amreli, Gujarat, ahead of the states 80th Independence Day celebrations. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel participated in a tree plantation program on Friday, which is part of a 40 crore initiative aimed at enhancing greenery in the city. During the event, the Chief Minister planted ... Read more Gujarat Launches Major Environmental Initiative Ahead of Independence Day in Amreli
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Ahmedabad, August 14: A significant crowd participated in the Tricolor Rally led by Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi in Vadodara on Friday. The event aimed to celebrate Independence Day while promoting a message for youth to stay away from drugs. The rally commenced at Navalakhi Ground and concluded at Gandhinagar Home, passing through Kirti ... Read more Massive Turnout for Tricolor Rally in Vadodara, Gujarats Deputy CM Urges Youth to Stay Away from Drugs
Gujarat Leaders Commemorate Partition Victims Ahead of Independence Day
Amreli, August 14: On August 14, the pain and suffering of millions displaced during the 1947 partition of India were remembered in Amreli. Gujarats Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel urged the nation to learn from this tragedy to maintain unity and integrity. A state-level Partition Horrors Remembrance Day event was organized just ... Read more Gujarat Leaders Commemorate Partition Victims Ahead of Independence Day
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Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Honors Table Tennis Champions and Inspects New Sports Complex
Vadodara, August 14: Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi honored the winners of the fourth Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament, which saw participation from 775 young players across the state. The closing ceremony took place at the Sama Sports Complex in Vadodara on Friday, where trophies, certificates, and cash prizes were awarded to the champions. ... Read more Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Honors Table Tennis Champions and Inspects New Sports Complex
Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi awards state table tennis winners
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India should seek greater details on alleged China trans-shipment network: GTRI
India has requested further information from the US regarding the claims of a shadow trans-shipment network. According to a US report, Chinese exporters are allegedly routing goods through more than forty countries to avoid tariffs, specifically targeting India's Pune-Gujarat-Chennai corridor for pumps and compressors. The GTRI advises India to examine its manufacturing and export data to confirm these allegations.
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Gujarats Deputy CM Leads Flag March in Anand with Over 10,000 Participants
Anand, August 14: On Friday, more than 10,000 people participated in a flag march in Anand and Vallabh Vidyanagar. This event was organized by the district administration and the Karmasad-Anand Municipal Corporation as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign ahead of Indias 80th Independence Day. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi flagged off the march ... Read more Gujarats Deputy CM Leads Flag March in Anand with Over 10,000 Participants
On Saturday, the monsoon continues to be vigorous in various parts of India. Multiple states and Union Territories are predicted to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall along with widespread thunderstorms. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant due to the potential for strong winds and travel delays that may arise from the persistent monsoon conditions.
Gujarat HC strikes down levy on pre- October 26, 2023, corporate guarantees
In simple terms, GST Department can impose levy on corporate guarantee furnished after October 26, 2023.
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Watch the song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka from gujarati movie 'Tom & Cherry' starring Siddharth Randeria, Dhanya Doshi and Anurag Prapanna. 'Tom & Cherry' song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka is sung by Shaan and music is given by Manish Bhanushali. Lyrics of 'Tom & Cherry' song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka are written by Humayun Makrani. To know more about song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka from Siddharth Randeria, Dhanya Doshi and Anurag Prapanna starrer 'Tom & Cherry' watch the video.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Commemorates Victims of Partition on Remembrance Day
Gandhinagar, August 14: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghvi paid tribute on Friday to those who lost their lives during the partition of India and suffered the pain of displacement. This observance coincides with Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. In a post on his social media platform X, CM Patel described the ... Read more Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Commemorates Victims of Partition on Remembrance Day
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LG Sinha Addresses Partition Horrors Remembrance Day event at Srinagar
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 14: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today attended the solemn observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The event was marked by collective remembrance and a reaffirmation of national unity. In his address on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor paid heartfelt tribute to all those citizens who endured unimaginable suffering during the partition of 1947 and whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized that the wound of partition continues to exist as a pain in the collective consciousness of every Indian. Decades after the partition, their sacrifice reminds us that the wound remains unhealed, lingering as a generational pain in India's collective soul. On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, we are not merely recalling the past but we are giving voice to those millions whose voices were taken away from them. I wish to reiterate with firm resolve that we will not allow their pain to be buried in the dust of history. Remembering them is fulfilling our duty towards humanity. We will preserve their memories. Remembering them with complete truthfulness, honesty, and utmost sensitivity is the most sacred tribute. I believe that their stories are an indelible chapter of our national consciousness, and their sacrifice will forever remain alive in the soul of Mother India, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the people of UT of Jammu Kashmir to treat this day as an occasion of introspection and national resolve. He called upon the youth, farmers, workers, and women to rise with courage and determination, to turn the pace of time towards progress and harmony. The Lieutenant Governor praised the resilience of people who rebuilt their lives with courage and enriched the countrys social fabric and cultural heritage with historic traditions and values. Todays occasion is an opportunity to acknowledge the pain of the past and strengthen our unwavering commitment to peace, harmony and national unity. This day reminds us that only the lessons of history can make the future secure and humane, the Lieutenant Governor said. He noted that the partition divided families and displaced communities from Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir and Chhamb. He paid tribute to those who faced decades-long discrimination within the UT due to Article 370. The Lieutenant Governor said that Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ended their suffering and granted them equal rights like any other citizen of the country. The Lieutenant Governor also paid tribute the countless families who sacrificed during the tribal invasion months after partition. Within a few months of partition, enemies of the nation carried out terror attack under the cover of tribal invasions. Indian army and people fought bravely. The struggle and sacrifice of countless families are an integral part of the collective memory of Jammu Kashmir. Today, I humbly pay tribute to the patience, hard work, and unbroken patriotism of all those families, he said. Addressing the youth, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized that partition is not merely history but a living memory of millions of families. He urged them to learn from the experiences of the past, to reject enmity and communal bitterness, and to build bridges of trust. He called upon them to construct a developed India that is inclusive and empowered. The youth of Jammu Kashmir must ensure that the mistakes of the past are never repeated in the future. Where walls were once raised, you must build bridges of trust and construct a Viksit Bharat that is inclusive, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor reminded the gathering that Indias strength lies in its diversity. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Gujarat to Goa, from Assam to Arunachal Pradesh, India is a confluence of languages, cultures, traditions, and beliefs, he said. Through partition, enemies of the nation tried to destroy this spirit of unity in diversity, but India has continuously moved forward with pride and confidence. We must take a pledge to acquaint future generations with the pain of partition, to strengthen peace and harmony, and to ensure that such a tragedy is never repeated. Building a self-reliant Jammu Kashmir is a shared duty and national unity remains the bedrock of our strength, security and collective progress, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor visited the photo exhibition on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. A Two- minute silence was observed in the memory of those who lost their lives during the Partition of India. The event also featured a moving theatrical performance by the artists that brought to light the trauma, hardship, and displacement experienced by millions during the Partition. Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Shaleen Kabra, Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti Department, Shri Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary Culture; Shri Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organisation) BJP J&K; senior officials, prominent citizens from different walks of life and youth in large number were present.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel leads tree plantation event in Amreli ahead of Independence Day
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Watch the Official Teaser from Gujarati movie 'Chatni' starring Puja Joshi and Prashant Barot. 'Chatni' movie is directed by Saandeep Patel. 'Chatni' is slated to release in cinemas on September 18, 2026. To know more about 'Chatni' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest Gujarati teasers, new movie teasers, trending Gujarati movie teasers, Puja Joshi and Prashant Barot movies at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
NCB secures return of naco-peddler Virender Singh Basoya from UAE: Amit Shah
New Delhi, Aug 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has secured the return of fugitive drug kingpin Virender Singh Basoya from the UAE. In a post on X, Shah said, Modi govt is relentlessly tracking down drug traffickers hiding abroad and destroying their entire ecosystem with a ruthless approach. The NCB, he said, secured the return of Basoya from the UAE creating a ew milestone in the policy of zero tolerance against narcotics. By tracing the criminal through a top-to-bottom and bottom-to-top approach, our agencies have once again proven that no matter where drug traffickers hide, they cannot escape the long arm of Indian law, he said. Basoya's name had surfaced in a seizure of 500 grams of Mephedrone, a synthetic stimulant commonly known by street name meow meow, in Pune in 2024. The probe was later expanded to identify and dismantle the entire drug trafficking network resulting in the recovery of approximately 867 kg of Mephedrone from Pune and 970 kg from Delhi, taking the total recovery to approximately 1,837 kg of Mephedrone. The NCB Mumbai unit took over investigation and identified Basoya as the alleged mastermind based abroad who coordinated activities of the syndicate from foreign shores and smuggle out Mephedrone consignments from India to other countries. A major consignment of approximately 970 kg of Mephedrone, recovered in Delhi, was allegedly linked to preparations for export through courier channels associated with him. His role emerged as an important link connecting the domestic manufacturing and trafficking network with its overseas distribution channels, a statement from the Home Ministry said. His name also cropped up in a separate case of Delhi Police Special Cell relating to international cocaine trafficking. In October 2024, the Special Cell of Delhi Police busted a major drug trafficking cartel, leading to multiple seizures from godowns and other premises in Delhi, Hapur and Ghaziabad, as well as from a factory in Ankleshwar, Gujarat. The coordinated operations resulted in the recovery of more than 1,300 kg of cocaine, Mephedrone and hydroponic weed, it said. Investigation into the cartel revealed Basoya's alleged role in coordinating the procurement, transportation, storage and distribution of cocaine and other drugs, it said. The NCB launched Operation GLOBAL-HUNT, launched to identify, locate and pursue major narcotics traffickers and fugitives operating from overseas jurisdictions using international cooperation mechanisms, including Interpol Red Notices. Basoya repatriation from the UAE is one of the key achievements of the operation, it said. NCB Deputy Director General (operations) Neeraj Gupta told reporters here that Basoya escaped to Dubai just a day after the Pune police registered a case against him in 2014. Basoya is a ig kingpin of the drug trafficking network against whom an Interpol Red Notice was issued in November 2025, Gupta added. He said Basoya also faces a 2009 DRI case in which he had gone to jail and a charge sheet in this case is before the court.
India in U.S. crosshairs again White House report cites countries enabling Chinas tariff evasions
The report has identified more than 40 countries associated with elevated illegal transshipment risk; the U.S. has named the Pune-Gujarat-Chennai belt as one of the areas enabling China
Gujarat Chief Minister prays at Shri Nagnath Mahadev temple ahead of Independence Day
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7 states plan 1,380 new GCCs, to help create 1.2 mn jobs by 2031: CBRE
Seven states, including Karnataka and Maharashtra, have come up with dedicated policies to facilitate establishment of 1,380 Global Capability Centres (GCCs) with a target to create an additional 12 lakh jobs by 2031, according to CBRE. Real estate consultant CBRE on Friday released a report 'The Policy Advantage: Powering India's GCC Growth'. As per the report, seven states -- Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Kerala, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh -- are targeting setting up of around 1,380 GCCs in their states with a cumulative target of creating about 1.18 million jobs by 2031. The speed at which state governments have moved to formalise dedicated GCC policies is unprecedented in India's commercial real estate landscape, said Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE. This reflects a broader recognition that these centres are no longer a peripheral component of India's services economy, but a central pillar that states .
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