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Gujarat CM meets PM Modi; reiterates 'Developed Gujarat, Developed India goal

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister, Bhupendra Patel, on Monday met Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, in New Delhi and said he had received guidance on improving the lives of the states poor, young people, farmers and women, and creating new opportunities for them. He also reiterated his governments commitment to the goal of 'Developed Gujarat Developed India'. In a post on social media platform X following the meeting, Patel said the discussions focussed on bringing happiness and prosperity to these sections of society. Today, I had the privilege of meeting the Honble Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, Patel said. During this meeting, I received his guidance and valuable advice on bringing happiness and prosperity to the lives of the states poor, youth, farmers and women, and creating new opportunities for them, he added. Patel said the meeting had reaffirmed the commitment to realising the vision of a developed Gujarat contributing to a developed India. He added that meeting the Prime Minister always brought a renewed sense of energy and enthusiasm. The meeting comes ahead of the National Unity Day celebrations scheduled for October 31 at Ekta Nagar in Narmada district, marking the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The Chief Minister visited Ekta Nagar on October 17 to review preparations for the celebrations and launch Ekta Prakash Parv-2026. During the visit, Chief Minister Patel held a review meeting with officials at Arogya Van and inspected the main parade venue and arrangements for visitors, according to reports. The annual National Unity Day event is held at the Statue of Unity, the 182-metre monument dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The site has become a major tourism destination in Gujarat. On October 31, the Prime Minister is expected to pay tribute at the Statue of Unity before attending the National Unity Day celebrations.

bhaskarlive 19 Oct 2026 5:51 pm

Gautam Adani meets Gurudevshri Rakeshji in Dharampur, says Adani Foundation keen to partner with mission on Grassroots Projects

At the Mission's international headquarters in Gujarat, the Adani Group Chairman attended Gurudevshri Rakeshji's discourse, met young members of the Mission and spoke of the role volunteers play in seva at scale. Dharampur (Gujarat): Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani visited the international headquarters of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD) in Gujarat's Valsad district on Sunday with his wife Dr. Priti Adani, Chairperson of the Adani Foundation, and met the Mission's founder, spiritual leader Gurudevshri Rakeshji. The couple were received by Atmarpit Nemiji, a senior sanyasi who is Vice President of the Mission and personal secretary to Gurudevshri Rakeshji, along with trustees of the Mission. A conversation on seva and sadhana The visit began with a personal meeting with Gurudevshri Rakeshji. According to the Mission, the spiritual leader described sadhana, or spiritual practice, and seva, or selfless service, as inseparable. Just as breathing needs both inhalation and exha...

devdiscourse 19 Oct 2026 5:43 pm

Tiger Shroff attack: Congress accuses Maha govt of shielding organised crime syndicates

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Launching a scathing attack on the MahaYuti government following a high-profile firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroffs vehicle in Mumbai, the Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) President Harshwardhan Sapkal on Monday accused Chief Minister and Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis of overseeing a state of complete lawlessness. Demanding immediate accountability, Sapkal questioned how jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi continues to operate an extensive criminal empire from inside Sabarmati Jail in Ahmedabad without official patronage or political protection. Sapkal asserted that open-daylight attacks on high-profile figures, including actor Tiger Shroff, film producer Rohit Shetty, actor Salman Khan, and the murder of former minister Baba Siddique, prove that criminals no longer fear the police. He pointed out that the Ministry of Home Affairs issued an order under Section 268 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) in August 2023. This order prevents state police forces from transferring Lawrence Bishnoi out of Gujarats Sabarmati Jail for interrogationa legal restriction that is routinely renewed annually. Dismissing Chief Minister Fadnavis's assertions to go after the osses of organised crime, Sapkal challenged the state government to request the Union Home Ministry to revoke Bishnoi's legal immunity and bring him to Mumbai for interrogation and trial. Sapkal alleged that the Mumbai Police forces fear factor is a thing of the past because law enforcement is being used exclusively for extortion and political intimidationciting ongoing police harassment against former Congress MLA Rahul Bondre after he refused to join the ruling BJP. If a famous film actor can be targeted in broad daylight in the heart of Mumbai, what safety remains for the common citizen? How is Lawrence Bishnoi operating his entire syndicate from an Ahmedabad prison? This is simply impossible without the direct blessings of the government, he said. He added that Assam Police can travel to Gujarat or Delhi to arrest opposition politicians, while aero FIRs filed in Bihar can trigger CBI probes in Mumbai. Yet, the Maharashtra government claims to be helpless when it comes to interrogating a gangster sitting in Gujarat. What relation does Bishnoi have with the BJP that he receives such official protection? Instead of issuing hollow threats and rhetorical warnings, Home Minister Devendra Fadnavis must display the courage to extradite Bishnoi to Mumbai, interrogate him, and prosecute him under the law. If this government cannot rein in gangsters, drug lords, and sand mafias, they have no moral right to remain in power and should resign immediately, noted Sapkal. Earlier, Shiv Sena UBT and NCP SP also slammed the BJP-led MahaYuti government over the attack on Tiger Shroff. The opposition's onslaught comes amidst growing public and political concern regarding organised extortion calls and violent threats issued to public representatives and Bollywood personalities alike. With opposition parties uniting against the state's deteriorating law and order situation, pressure is mounting on the MahaYuti government to deliver concrete enforcement actions rather than public warnings.

bhaskarlive 19 Oct 2026 5:07 pm

ED searches 29 premises in six cities in WhatsApp-linked 'pump-and-dump' fraud

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted searches at 29 premises across six cities in Maharashtra and Gujarat as part of a money-laundering probe into an alleged WhatsApp-driven pump-and-dump scheme involving the shares of two listed companies, an official statement said on Monday. The EDs Mumbai Zonal Office-I carried out the searches on Friday at premises in Mumbai, Nashik (Maharashtra), Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, and Bhavnagar (Gujarat) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The investigation relates to alleged manipulation in the shares of R M Drip and Sprinklers Systems Ltd (RMDSSL) and R&B Denims Ltd. The premises searched included the offices of the two companies, residences of their promoters and persons who had been allotted shares at low prices, offices of stockbroking and finance firms, and premises linked to individuals suspected of operating promotional WhatsApp groups. According to ED, its investigation found that between April 2023 and March 2024, the two companies issued more than 3.5 crore shares and convertible warrants to selected individuals and entities. A substantial portion of the money used for these allotments came from a small group of connected persons, firms, and lenders. The agency alleged that the share prices were subsequently pushed up while a large proportion of the shares remained with the same set of holders. From late December 2025 to February 2026, WhatsApp communities with names such as Multibagger Stocks allegedly circulated daily buy recommendations for the shares among retail investors. The ED said the groups operated using SIM cards obtained in the names of other persons in Haryana and Mumbai, while their operations were allegedly run from Bhavnagar. The agency claimed the promotional campaign led to a sharp increase in buyers, trading volumes and share prices. Preferential allottees allegedly took advantage of the increased buying interest to sell part of their holdings to a large number of investors. During the searches, the ED said it identified clusters of family-linked beneficiaries, including entities associated with Affluence Gems, Kawa HUF, and Komalay Consultancy. These beneficiaries had allegedly acquired shares at low prices through preferential warrants. According to the agency, the shares were subsequently promoted through WhatsApp, X, SMS and other channels to generate buying interest. The ED said it has frozen trading accounts worth about Rs 200 crore belonging to the persons and connected entities under investigation. The agency also seized documents, digital devices, share transaction records and property-related papers during the searches. Further investigation is underway.

bhaskarlive 19 Oct 2026 5:02 pm

SC stays execution of death sentence of convict in 2008 Ahmedabad serial blasts case

The Supreme Court has stayed the execution of the death sentence for Mohammad Tanvir related to the Ahmedabad bomb blasts. A bench agreed to hear his plea challenging the Gujarat High Court's verdict from July. The High Court had upheld death sentences for 38 operatives from the Indian Mujahideen linked to the blasts. The Supreme Court requested reports on Tanvir's behavior and prison work over the next eight weeks.

The Economic Times 19 Oct 2026 4:41 pm

Powar Added To Senior Mens Selection Committee, Ojha Becomes Chief Selector

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saika: Former India off-spinner Ramesh Powar has been added to the senior men's selection committee, with ex-left arm spinner Pragyan Ojha taking over as chief selector. The BCCI said on Monday that Ojha has been elevated to the chairman of the selection panel on the basis of seniority, having played the most Tests among the five members of the panel (24). The selection committee now comprises Ojha, Powar, Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh, and Ajay Ratra. Powar's name was unanimously recommended by the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), comprising Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjape, which screened and interviewed the applicants at the BCCI headquarters last week. IANS understands that Powar was also interviewed for being a member of the junior selection committee. Powar, 48, played two Tests and 31 ODIs for India from 2004 to 2007 and brings vast experience to the role. He edged competition from fellow former India and West Zone players Wasim Jaffer, Salil Ankola, Jacob Martin and Connor Williams. Mumbai-based Powar had two stints as head coach of the India women's team, where he guided the side to an Asia Cup title and a Commonwealth Games silver medal in 2022. His second spell ended when he was moved to the National Cricket Academy, now called the BCCI Centre of Excellence, in Bengaluru as spin-bowling coach. Powar has also coached Mumbai to Vijay Hazare Trophy win and was Gujarat's senior men's head coach for the last two seasons before stepping down from the role recently. He also served as a consultant coach for Australia U-19 during their recent ODI series against India. The vacancy in the senior selection panel arose following the exit of Ajit Agarkar as chief selector. The BCCI places on record its appreciation for Mr Ajit Agarkar for his commitment, conviction and contribution during his tenure as Chairman of the Mens Selection Committee. Since his appointment in July 2023, Agarkar led the committee through a significant period for Indian cricket, with India winning three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games gold medals, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saika in a statement. Agarkar, who took charge in July 2023, oversaw a successful period for Indian mens cricket, during which the side won three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back gold medals at the Asian Games. Since his appointment in July 2023, Agarkar led the committee through a significant period for Indian cricket, with India winning three ICC trophies, two Asia Cup titles and back-to-back Asian Games gold medals, said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saika in a statement. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 19 Oct 2026 4:26 pm

Tiger Shroff firing: AAP MP Sanjay Singh questions PM Modi, Amit Shah over gang in BJP-ruled state

AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticized the ruling government over the law-and-order situation, questioning how a criminal gang can operate freely and open fire on actor Tiger Shroff in a BJP-ruled state while its leader is imprisoned in Gujarat, demanding accountability from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

The Hindu 19 Oct 2026 3:09 pm

Tiger Shroff firing: AAP MP Sanjay Singh questions PM Modi, Amit Shah over gang in BJP-ruled state

AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticized the ruling government over the law-and-order situation, questioning how a criminal gang can operate freely and open fire on actor Tiger Shroff in a BJP-ruled state while its leader is imprisoned in Gujarat, demanding accountability from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

The Hindu 19 Oct 2026 3:09 pm

CM Bhupendra Patel Opens Ekta Prakash Parv; PM Modi to Lead National Unity Day Parade on October 31

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates Ekta Prakash Parv 2026 in Kevadia. PM Modi will attend National Unity Day celebrations and lead the parade on October 31.

Web Dunia 19 Oct 2026 3:05 pm

Iron Rod Pierces Gujarat Boy's Mouth As He Falls While Playing

The medical team performed a complex operation that lasted for nearly forty minutes.

NDTV 19 Oct 2026 1:41 pm

India's semiconductor future taking shape with 12 approved projects, Rs 1.64 lakh crore investment: Amitabh Kant

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) India's semiconductor ecosystem is steadily taking shape with 12 approved projects across six states, backed by more than Rs 1.64 lakh crore in committed investments, former NITI Aayog CEO and G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant said on Monday. Sharing a graphic titled The New Semiconductor Map of India on social media platform X, Kant said the country's semiconductor future is taking shape through a growing network of fabrication, packaging, testing, and advanced technology facilities. 6 states and 12 approved projects, backed by Rs 1.64 lakh crore+ in committed investments. Indias semiconductor future is taking shape! he stated. Gujarat has emerged as the biggest hub for semiconductor investments. The state hosts six approved projects, including the Tata-PSMC semiconductor fabrication plant at Dholera with an investment of Rs 91,526 crore and a planned capacity of more than 50,000 wafers per month. Other major projects in the state include Micron Technology's DRAM and NAND assembly and test facility at Sanand with an investment of Rs 22,516 crore, and the CG Power-Renesas-Stars semiconductor OSAT facility involving Rs 7,584 crore of investment. The state is also home to facilities being developed by Kaynes Semicon, Crystal Matrix, and Suchi Semicon, covering semiconductor packaging, compound semiconductors, mini-LED technologies, and discrete semiconductor manufacturing. In Assam, Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test is setting up an OSAT and packaging facility involving an investment of Rs 27,120 crore with a proposed capacity of around 48 million units per day. Odisha has secured two projects. SiCSem is developing a silicon carbide fabrication and packaging facility with an investment of Rs 2,066 crore, while 3D Glass Solutions is establishing an advanced packaging and 3D integration project with an investment of Rs 1,943 crore. Andhra Pradesh is hosting an Advanced System in Package (ASIP) facility focused on system-in-package technologies with an investment of about Rs 480 crore and a proposed capacity of nearly 96 million units annually. Punjab is also part of the emerging semiconductor ecosystem, with CDIL setting up a power semiconductor project involving an investment of Rs 117 crore.

bhaskarlive 19 Oct 2026 1:31 pm

Haju Vaat Chaale Che Trailer : Jhanvi Gurnani , Raunaq Kamdar and Anurag Prapanna Starrer Haju Vaat Chaale Che Official Trailer

Watch the song Zulmi from gujarati series 'Haju Vaat Chaale Che'starring Sparsh Walia, Alisha Chopra and Kunal Vaid. 'Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar' song Zulmi is sung by Heer and music is given by Tanishk Bagchi. Lyrics of 'Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar' song Zulmi are written by Kumaar. To know more about song Zulmi from Sparsh Walia, Alisha Chopra and Kunal Vaid starrer 'Haju Vaat Chaale Che' watch the video.

The Times of India 19 Oct 2026 1:25 pm

Kiron Kumars Journey from Gujarati Cinema to Bollywood Stardom

Kiron Kumar reflects on his film career, transitioning from Gujarati cinema back to Bollywood with notable roles. Kiron Kumars Journey from Gujarati Cinema to Bollywood Stardom

Daily Kiran 19 Oct 2026 12:54 pm

Japan: High-level roundtable meeting held in Osaka, under Chairmanship of Gujarat Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi

As part of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat Harsh Sanghavi, who is on a visit to Japan, held a high-level

devdiscourse 19 Oct 2026 12:37 pm

3 Men Who Fired At Tiger Shroff Arrested In Kota. They Fled Mumbai On Train

Preliminary intelligence indicated that the suspects later crossed the Maharashtra border and entered neighbouring Gujarat in an attempt to evade law enforcement

NDTV 19 Oct 2026 12:04 pm

Balethi village in Gujarat approved for forest management centre

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The News Mill 19 Oct 2026 12:02 pm

Why you should try the classic Gujarati snack Panki at this restaurant in Mumbai

Theres no culinary grandstanding here, just a traditional Gujarati preparation that lets its flavours speak for itself

Mid Day 19 Oct 2026 9:26 am

Asha Parekh speaks fluent Marathi, lauds Amruta Subhash for play Asen Mi... Nasen Mi...

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Veteran superstar Asha Parekh recently attended a performance of Amruta Subhashs Marathi play Asen Mi... Nasen Mi... in Mumbai. She was all praise for the production and the artists for their fine acting skills. Amruta, who shared glimpses of the play and the people associated with it on social media, also shared a video featuring Asha Parekh talking about her experience of watching the performance. In the video, Asha Parekh praises the play and the actors performance, and said in fluent Marathi, Today I came to watch this play. I liked it a lot. She went on to appreciate the performer, adding, This girl did such a great job. I felt like I should come back and watch this play, she said. However, Asha Parekh admitted that the subject of the play also made her slightly apprehensive. Explaining her reaction, she says, I was a little scared to watch it because it could happen to me too. I should be careful about that. Amruta Subhash, in another social media update, spoke about the excitement of having Asha Parekh attend the performance and interact with the team. Titled Asen Mi... Nasen Mi..., the Marathi production, has been drawing attention for its subject and performances. For the uninitiated, talking about Asha Parekh, she was born on October 2, 1942, in Mumbai, and comes from a Gujarati family on her fathers side and a Dawoodi Bohra Muslim family on her mothers side. Raised in Mumbai, she began her career as a child artist before becoming one of Hindi cinemas most celebrated leading ladies. With a career spanning over four decades, she starred in classics such as Teesri Manzil, Kati Patang, Caravan and Love in Tokyo. Her contribution to Indian cinema was recognised with the Padma Shri in 1992 and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2022.

bhaskarlive 19 Oct 2026 9:11 am

IFSO unit of Delhi Police prevents cyber fraud of 1.53 cr across five states

The Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations (IFSO) Unit of Delhi Police has prevented one crore fifty three lakh rupees cyber fraud across five states. The unit tracked suspicious money trails and identified victims of cyber fraud through timely intervention in five cases across Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat. Most of the cases relate []

newspoint 19 Oct 2026 8:52 am

State Junior Kho Kho teams

The Manipur Amateur Kho Kho Association MAKKA will be conducting State team trial selection on October 26 in view of the 45th Junior National Kho Kho Championships 2026 to be hosted by Gujarat in Vadodara from November 21 to 25 The trial selection for the boys and the girls teams will be held from 7 am at UYLA ground, Porompat Thawanthaba, said MAKKA in a press release Interested eligible players should report to Kh Imo Singh, NISKK and M Manglem Singh, NISKK at the venue Source The Sangai Express

E-Pao 19 Oct 2026 6:00 am

FIR lodged against contractor for shoddy bridge work

The Times of India 19 Oct 2026 12:28 am

2 men arrested with bogus ex-army ID cards

The Times of India 19 Oct 2026 12:27 am

Four traffic cops held in Navsari for trafficking liquor

The Times of India 19 Oct 2026 12:09 am

Accidental death turns out to be murder during police probe

The Times of India 19 Oct 2026 12:09 am

Gujarat seeks sustained business links with diaspora in Japan to expand MSME opportunities

Digital Desk | Kobe (Japan), Oct 18 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi has called for a sustained mechanism to connect businesses in the state with the Gujarati diaspora in Japan, with a focus on opening new markets and creating opportunities for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Speaking at an interaction with members of the Gujarati and Indian communities at Kobes India Club during his visit to Japan under the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit initiative, Sanghavi said: Engagement with the overseas community should go beyond occasional meetings and translate into long-term economic partnerships. He stressed the need for continuous dialogue between Gujarat and Gujaratis living abroad, rather than limiting interactions to welcoming delegations visiting the state once every two years. A structured framework could help turn existing relationships into concrete business opportunities, he said. Sanghavi highlighted the trust and respect built by the Indian community in Kobe and other parts of Japan through years of hard work. This goodwill and experience could help Gujarats industries establish connections with Japanese businesses, explore new markets and identify areas for collaboration, he added. He called for a local platform to facilitate interaction between industries from Gujarat and potential Japanese partners. The Gujarat Industries Department and the Indian Embassy would coordinate efforts and provide the necessary support to facilitate such partnerships, he said. Expressing confidence in future joint initiatives, Sanghavi said: Sustained cooperation could lead to tangible economic outcomes and mutually beneficial business collaborations between Gujarat and Japan. The Deputy CM also acknowledged the efforts of Gujarati families living abroad to maintain their links with their homeland while contributing to social welfare and community development. Community leaders and members welcomed Sanghavi at the gathering and assured him of their commitment to strengthening trade, business and cultural ties with Gujarat. The interaction took place at the historic Kobe India Club, which has been functioning since 1904. Before attending the event, Sanghavi visited a nearby Jain temple and offered prayers. His outreach to the community comes as Gujarat seeks to use its overseas connections to strengthen international business links and create opportunities for industries in the state. The proposed engagement framework is intended to provide a more consistent channel for cooperation between Gujarati businesses and their counterparts in Japan.

bhaskarlive 18 Oct 2026 11:56 pm

Army's Southern Command troops rehearse combat roles, desert manoeuvres

Digital Desk | Pune, Oct 18 (IANS) The Southern Command of Indian Army showcased operational preparedness and combat effectiveness in the desert terrain in an integrated exercise, an official said on Sunday. The #BattleAxeDivision and #BlackMaceBrigade unleashed their mechanised might across challenging desert terrain sharpening battlefield manoeuvres, rehearsing combat roles and synchronising operations, the Southern Command said in a post on social media platform X. The #IntegratedOperations showcased speed, precision and seamless coordination among combat elements, reinforcing #OperationalPreparedness and combat effectiveness, it added. Earlier, the General Officer Commanding led discussions with officials of the Indian Coast Guard, Maharashtra Police Chief Sadanand Vasant Date and Maharashtra Home Department on emerging security challenges, focusing on boosting civil-military synergy. In a message on X, the Southern Command said, Strengthening a Whole-of-Nation approach to security, HQ Maharashtra Gujarat & Goa (MG & G) Area convened a joint conference under the aegis of the General Officer Commanding, reinforcing coordinated preparedness for emerging security challenges. Bringing together senior stakeholders including DGP Maharashtra, Principal Secretary (Home), ADGP (Int), IG (Sec), FOMA, AOC MAO and DIG Coast Guard, the deliberations focused on Rear Area Security, swift mobilisation and integrated contingency response during war-like situations. The engagement strengthened Civil-Military synergy, inter-agency coordination and collective operational readiness, the post on X said. Meanwhile, the 5th Annual Joint Bilateral Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026 between the Indian Army and the Australian Army is scheduled to start on Monday and last till November 2 in Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. The aim of Exercise AUSTRAHIND is to promote military cooperation between India and Australia through enhancement of interoperability in conduct of joint sub conventional operations in semi-urban environment in semi-desert terrain under Chapter VII of the UN mandate. The exercise focuses on high degree of physical fitness, joint planning and joint tactical drills. Exercise AUSTRAHIND enables the two sides to share their best practices in tactics, techniques and procedures of conducting tactical operations. The exercise will also facilitate developing bonhomie and camaraderie between soldiers of both the sides.

bhaskarlive 18 Oct 2026 11:20 pm

Gujarats 108 service handles nearly two crore emergencies in 19 years, saves 19.66 lakh lives

Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 18 (IANS) Gujarats 108 Emergency Medical Service has handled more than 1.99 crore emergency cases and helped save over 19.66 lakh lives since its launch in 2007, according to figures released by the state government up to August this year. The free ambulance service, launched on August 29, 2007, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he was state Chief Minister, has completed 19 years and entered its 20th year. It provides emergency transportation and pre-hospital care to patients, including those involved in road accidents, suffering heart attacks or experiencing other critical medical conditions. Of the more than 1.99 crore cases handled during this period, over 1.96 crore were medical emergencies, more than 2.55 lakh were police-related emergencies and over 8,000 involved fire-related incidents, according to the government data. The service has responded to more than 62.97 lakh pregnancy and maternity-related emergencies, over 24.18 lakh road accident cases, more than 11.77 lakh serious respiratory cases and over 9.87 lakh heart attack cases. Patients in these cases received pre-hospital care, with ambulances transporting them to hospitals during the critical period commonly known as the golden hour. The ambulance fleet has travelled more than 62 crore kilometres over the 19 years, the figures showed. Jaswant Prajapati, chief operating officer of GVR EMRI in Ahmedabad, said the service currently operates around 800 road ambulances, 38 intensive care units on wheels, two boat ambulances and one air ambulance across Gujarat. To ensure that patients receive fully integrated patient transport services, we have also integrated ambulances from 586 government health centres with our system. As a result, around 1,500 ambulances are currently operational round the clock under the 108 service, he said. An advanced Emergency Response Centre at Naroda-Kathwada in Ahmedabad coordinates the service. A 108 ambulance is dispatched every 21 seconds on average across the state, while the reported average response time is 13 minutes and nine seconds. Rajendra Singh Sodha, a driver with the service, attributed timely arrivals to GPS systems and familiarity with local roads. We try to take shorter routes wherever possible and make every effort to reach patients as quickly as possible while driving carefully, he said. Medical technician Shailesh Thakor said ambulances carry equipment to manage critical emergencies, including automated external defibrillators (AEDs), monitors, ventilators and airway-management devices. Whenever we receive a call about an accident or any other emergency, our first priority is to do everything possible to save the patient, he said, adding that staff administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient collapses during transport. Ashok Sadhu, a beneficiary from Ahmedabad, said the service played a significant role in saving his brothers life. Comparing its rapid response to divine assistance, he said: The ambulance arrived so quickly that it felt as though 'divine messengers have come to help'. The state government says the service now transports an average of 4,780 patients to hospitals every day, providing free emergency assistance across Gujarat.

bhaskarlive 18 Oct 2026 11:18 pm

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Visits Ambaji Temple on Maha Ashtami, Reviews Navratri Preparations

CM Bhupendra Patel visited Ambaji Temple on Maha Ashtami, praying for peace and prosperity while reviewing Navratri arrangements for devotees. Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Visits Ambaji Temple on Maha Ashtami, Reviews Navratri Preparations

Daily Kiran 18 Oct 2026 10:54 pm

Priyansh Arya Agonisingly Falls For 199 As Delhi Dominate Gujarat

Priyansh Arya missed out on a maiden first-class double century by the narrowest of margins, but his superb knock put Delhi in a commanding position on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match against Gujarat as they reached 381/4 on Sunday.

NDTV 18 Oct 2026 10:53 pm

Gujarats 108 Ambulance Service Celebrates 19 Years of Saving Lives

Gujarats 108 ambulance service has saved nearly 20 lakh lives in 19 years, providing critical emergency care across the state. Gujarats 108 Ambulance Service Celebrates 19 Years of Saving Lives

Daily Kiran 18 Oct 2026 10:14 pm

GBU Project Scientist I Recruitment 2026

Gujarat Biotechnology University (GBU) has invited online applications for the post of Project Scientist I. Applications can be submitted at gbu.edu.in till 01 November 2026.

FreeJobAlert 18 Oct 2026 10:12 pm

MSM Unify India acquires majority stake in KlickEdu, RJ Vision

MSM Unify India has acquired majority stakes in Kerala-based KlickEdu and Gujarat-based RJ Vision to expand its presence in healthcare education, workforce development and competitive-exam preparation. KlickEdu plans to develop allied healthcare colleges in India, while RJ Vision aims to reach 30,000 students across Gujarat over the next three years. The financial details of the acquisitions were not disclosed.

The Economic Times 18 Oct 2026 9:55 pm

Gujarat Vidyapeeth Empowers Students with Natural Farming Training

Gujarat Vidyapeeth trains students in natural farming, promoting chemical-free agriculture and environmental awareness. Gujarat Vidyapeeth Empowers Students with Natural Farming Training

Daily Kiran 18 Oct 2026 9:53 pm

Tiger Shroff Attacked 2 Years After Baba Siddique Murder, Both Over 'Salman Khan Link'

Kapil Sharma's Canada cafe, Rohit Shetty's Juhu home have also been targets, while Salman Khan's apartment and farmhouse have been fired at too, all claimed by the gang of Lawrence Bishnoi, who is in jail in Gujarat

NDTV 18 Oct 2026 9:04 pm

Ranji Trophy: Priyansh and Badoni hit tons as Delhi dominates opening day

The former piles on a massive 199 while the latter is unbeaten on 115 as the two deflate Gujarats morale with a 234-run stand for the fourth wicket

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 7:52 pm

Jailer 2 becomes the FIRST South film to get midnight shows in North India in its original language; cinemas replace Nayyi Navelli, Prahaar with Rajinikanth starrer's Hindi version

The year 2026 has been disappointing for Pan-India films, but Jailer 2 has emerged as a major exception. The Rajinikanth starrer opened with a bang and the extraordinary response has ensured that it continues to hold strongly across the country. In the North, the Tamil version has performed particularly well, with encouraging occupancy in single screens and non-national multiplexes despite the film not releasing in national multiplex chains in any language. The response has been so overwhelming that MovieMax organised midnight shows of Jailer 2 at two of its properties MovieMax Huma in Kanjurmarg, Mumbai, and MovieMax Gold in Kalyani Nagar, Pune. While shows after midnight have become increasingly common in the post-pandemic era, exhibition sources claim that Jailer 2 is the first South film to achieve this distinction in the North Indian market after its release, that too in its original language. Interestingly, midnight shows are usually held in weekends but MovieMax Gold will also play the 1:45 am show of Jailer 2 on Monday, October 19. Meanwhile, the Hindi version, Rajini: The Jailer 2, is also enjoying an impressive run. The film collected Rs. 2.56 crores on Thursday, October 15, followed by Rs. 2.41 crores on Friday. Collections jumped to Rs. 3.63 crores on Saturday, while Sunday's earnings are expected to touch the Rs. 4 crore mark. Though the numbers may appear modest, they are significant considering that the film hasn't been released in national multiplex chains like PVR INOX, Cinepolis and Miraj. This is due to its four-week OTT window, as national chains generally insist on an eight-week gap between theatrical and streaming releases. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, Initially, Rajini: The Jailer 2 had limited showcasing because of its absence from national chains. Moreover, it had to share screens with new releases like Prahaar and Nayyi Navelli, as well as the successful holdover release, Drishyam The Conclusion. However, the response to Jailer 2 has been superb, while Nayyi Navelli has failed to impress. Prahaar has excellent word of mouth, but unfortunately, it's attracting the elite multiplex audience largely. The source continued, The demand for Rajini: The Jailer 2 is huge. With Nayyi Navelli and Prahaar underperforming, several cinemas have started replacing their shows with those of the Rajinikanth starrer. Mumbai's Citylight cinema, for instance, has dropped Nayyi Navelli, the Marathi film Sohla and even Drishyam The Conclusion from Monday, October 19. Instead, it will play two shows each of Prahaar and Rajini: The Jailer 2. The source explained, Prahaar is a local story and has found an audience in Mumbai. Hence, it has managed to retain shows in certain theatres where its performance has been encouraging. However, in several centres, especially in North India, even Prahaar has lost shows to Jailer 2. The growing demand for Rajini: The Jailer 2 is also reflected in its rapidly expanding show count. On Thursday, the Hindi version had 1,730 shows across the country. This number nearly doubled to 3,266 on Friday before rising further to 3,690 on Saturday. Interestingly, several cinemas have decided to devote almost their entire showcasing to Jailer 2. For instance, Maratha Mandir cinema will play three shows daily of the Hindi version, while Kasturba in Malad will also screen three Hindi shows along with one show of the Tamil version. The source added, Rajini: The Jailer 2 can now comfortably continue its theatrical run until Diwali. Rajinikanth's previous release, Coolie (2025), collected Rs. 34 crores in its Hindi lifetime (it had a release in national chains). Jailer 2 should aim to surpass this figure, which will be a feat, especially considering that it will achieve these numbers without any support from national multiplexes. An industry insider commented, Monday, October 19, will be almost like a holiday, while Dussehra will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 20. Rajini: The Jailer 2 can perform exceptionally well on both days. Dubbed action films have traditionally found a strong audience in Gujarat, but the territory is yet to come on board fully as patrons are currently occupied with Navratri celebrations. Expect collections to zoom in Gujarat from October 20 or 21. Also Read: Jailer 2 exposes the UGLY truth of pan-India cinema: Audiences wake up at 4:30 am for Rajinikanth, but theatres cant even guarantee English subtitles!

Bollywood Hungama 18 Oct 2026 7:41 pm

Seva Is Sadhana: Gautam Adani Visits Shrimad Rajchandra Ashram In Gujarat

The Adani family attended a satsang at Raj Sabhagruha, the Mission's meditation and spiritual discourse centre, where discussions focused on the purpose of human life and the significance of spiritual discipline.

NDTV 18 Oct 2026 7:12 pm

Ranji Trophy: Saharan Ton Overshadows Gill's Return, Rinku, Arya, Badoni Hit Centuries

Skipper Uday Saharan: Skipper Uday Saharan struck an unbeaten century to rescue Punjab after Shubman Gill's return to the Ranji Trophy lasted just five balls, while Rinku Singh, Priyansh Arya and Ayush Badoni also notched up hundreds on day one of the second round of the prestigious competition on Sunday. In the Elite Group B clash at the new PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh, Saharan's unbeaten 106, laced with 13 fours, lifted Punjab to 269/4 against Chhattisgarh. Rinku's 118 not out, coming off 186 balls and laced with 11 fours and two sixes, pulled Uttar Pradesh out of trouble to 202 Goa, before the latter reached 43/0 in 12 overs. Arya, playing his first game of the season, fell one run short of a maiden double hundred in first-class cricket, while captain Badoni hit 115 not out to put Delhi in command by taking them to 381/4 against Gujarat. Saharan, who captained India to runners-up finish in the 2024 Mens U19 World Cup, used the sweep and the slog sweep to good effect against Chhattisgarh's left-arm spin pair of Dharmendrasinh Jadeja and Ajay Mandal. Openers Vihaan Malhotra (40 off 77 balls) and Harnoor Pannu put on another half-century stand to see off the new ball, before the duo were trapped lbw by Jadeja and Mandal respectively. Gill, playing his first Ranji game of the season before departing for India's tour of New Zealand, came in at number four but fell for one. Mandal drew him forward and beat him through the gate to knock back the stumps. Saharan and Prabhsimran Singh (62 off 133 balls) then rebuilt the innings with a 130-run stand for the fourth wicket. Though Prabhsimran was trapped lbw by Jadeja before tea break arrived, Saharan marched forward to bring up his third first-class hundred off 168 balls. Wicketkeeper-batter Salil Arora (38 not out off 75 balls) ensured Punjab added 71 runs in the final session without further loss. In Elite Group A game at Green Park in Kanpur, Rinku hit his 11th first-class century, his second in successive games this season, to single-handedly drag Uttar Pradesh from 137/9 to 202 against Goa. At Reliance Stadium in Vadodara, Raj Limbani's four-wicket haul helped Baroda bowl out Bihar for 166, before they reached 77/3. At Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar, debutant Kawalpreet Singh fell four runs short of a century but rescued defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, who were all out for 260 in 82.5 overs against Vidarbha. Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh's pacers bowled out Puducherry for 177, with the former finishing on 23/ 2 at stumps. In Elite Group B, a maiden fifty from Manvanth Kumar led a lower-order fightback for Karnataka, who reached 281/8 after birthday boy Jaydev Unadkat and Chetan Sakariya had made early inroads for Saurashtra in Alur. Sibsankar Roy's half-century steered Assam to 228/6 against Tripura, while Andhra spinners Saurabh Kumar and T Vijay bowled out Hyderabad for 275. Andhra were 9 for no loss at stumps and trail by 266 runs. In Elite Group C, without veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, Bengal were bowled out for 184 by Services, but the visitors came back to leave the hosts at 83/5. Sachin Baby's unbeaten 112 rescued Kerala, who reached 245/6 against Odisha. Left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Vicky Ostwal's four-wicket haul helped Maharashtra dismiss Jharkhand for 169, with the hosts reaching 85/3 at stumps at Pune. In Elite Group D, Mumbai bowled out Himachal Pradesh for 140 at Bilaspur and were 107/2 at stumps, and trail by just 33 runs. At the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh (4-34) and left-arm spinner and captain R Sai Kishore (4-40) shared eight wickets as Tamil Nadu bowled out Uttarakhand for 134 in 56.2 overs. Avneesh Sudha top-scored for Uttarakhand with 54 off 103 balls, hitting seven fours, while Mayank Mishra chipped in with a patient 33 off 114 deliveries, including hitting a four and two sixes. In reply, Tamil Nadu reached 85/2 in 27 overs at stumps and trail by 49 runs. N Jagadeesan made 37 off 53 balls, while Pradosh Ranjan Paul was unbeaten on 37 off 73 deliveries. Overnight rain in Chennai and a wet outfield delayed the start until 10.30 am, and bad light brought an early end to the day's play at 5.28 pm. Avneesh Sudha top-scored for Uttarakhand with 54 off 103 balls, hitting seven fours, while Mayank Mishra chipped in with a patient 33 off 114 deliveries, including hitting a four and two sixes. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 18 Oct 2026 6:50 pm

Gujarat-based Transformers and Rectifiers weighs setting up of a transformer factory in UK

The Ahmedabad-based power equipment maker plans to first establish a sales and customer-support presence through its UK subsidiary, Maxwell Grid Transformers (UK) Private Ltd

The Hindu Businessline 18 Oct 2026 5:19 pm

How A Gujarati Farmer Built Americas Motel Empire From Scratch

Desai came from Digas in Gujarat's Surat district. He travelled to Trinidad before eventually making his way to the United States.

NDTV 18 Oct 2026 12:30 pm

Indian refiners fuel exports to West surge 43% amid Russian crude imports

Reliance Industries Ltd.'s Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat supplied six of the seven cargoes unloaded at EU ports that month, despite the bloc's ban on fuel made from Russian crude

The Hindu 18 Oct 2026 12:29 pm

Gujarat's Big Investment Push: Delegations to Visit 22 Countries, Roadshows in 8 Cities

Gujarat plans to send delegations to 22 countries and hold roadshows in eight Indian cities to attract global investment ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2027.

Web Dunia 18 Oct 2026 11:57 am

Indian refiners' fuel exports to the West jump 43% as they keep processing Russian crude

Reliance Industries Ltd's Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat supplied six of the seven cargoes unloaded at EU ports that month, despite the bloc's ban on fuel made from Russian crude

The Hindu Businessline 18 Oct 2026 11:03 am

Indian refiners' fuel exports to West rise 43% amid Russian crude use

Refineries in India and two other countries that run on Russian crude shipped 1 billion euros (USD 1.2 billion) of oil products to sanctioning countries in September, up 43 per cent from August, according to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). Reliance Industries Ltd's Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat supplied six of the seven cargoes unloaded at EU ports that month, despite the bloc's ban on fuel made from Russian crude. The CREA report covers refineries in India, Turkiye and Brunei. The EU took 667 million euros' worth of their products, Australia 168 million euros, the US 154 million euros and New Zealand 19 million euros. CREA estimated 295 million euros' worth was refined from Russian crude. Jamnagar also supplied the group's largest US-bound exports, worth 122 million euros, and Russian crude made up 32 per cent of its imports from July to September. Italy received three of the seven EU-bound shipments, Romania two, and Spain and Cyprus one each. Exports repor

Business Standard 18 Oct 2026 11:01 am

Gujarat: Nearly 46 pc boat ambulance emergencies linked to pregnancy complications

Gandhinagar, Oct 18 Pregnancy-related complications accounted for nearly 46 per cent of the 777 medical emergencies handled by Gujarats two The post Gujarat: Nearly 46 pc boat ambulance emergencies linked to pregnancy complications appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 18 Oct 2026 9:38 am

JEE Main Registration 2027 LIVE: Application Form Details, Documents Required, Exam Dates

JEE Main Registration 2027 Live Updates:The exam is expected to be conducted in thirteen languages, i.e., English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.

NDTV 18 Oct 2026 8:04 am

Sabarmati-Jammu Tawi Express extended up to Katra with 3 new halt points

Jammu, Oct 17: The Ministry of Railways has approved the extension of Sabarmati BG-Jammu Tawi Express up to Katra with effect from October 18, 2026 from Sabarmati and from October 20, 2026 from Katra. The extension has been approved with three new halting points i.e., Samba, Bari Brahmana and Udhampur railway stations. Thousands of passengers, Railway officials stated, would get direct benefit from this decision. However, due to operational reasons, consequent upon its extension, the timings of around two dozen trains passing through Jammu Railway Division, originating or terminating at Katra have also been partially revised. The extended train will ensure direct train connectivity from Gujarat to Vaishno Devi. After the extension, lakhs of pilgrims of Mata Vaishno Devi coming from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab will get the facility to reach Katra directly without transhipment, said Raghvender Singh, Public Relations Inspector, Jammu Railway Division of Northern Railway. Additional halts of train numbers 19223/19224 approved at Samba, Bari Brahmana and Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Udhampur railway stations will facilitate the passengers, providing direct long-distance train facility to the local people, students, traders and military personnel of these areas. It will be especially beneficial for the people connected with the Bari Brahman industrial area, Singh said. He asserted that in terms of tourism and economy also, the extended daily train would connect Katra via Sabarmati, Bathinda, Firozpur, Jalandhar, Pathankot, boosting religious tourism as well as trade and employment. With regard to the extended trains schedule, according to Singh, the train number 19223 will depart from Sabarmati at 10.25 am and will reach Jammu Tawi at 15.35 pm on the second day and Katra at 18.55 pm. On its return journey, train number 19224 will depart from Katra at 4.50 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 7.40 am, which is convenient for onward journeys. Jammu Division appeals to all passengers to avail maximum benefit of this extended facility. For detailed information about the train, information can also be obtained from the official website of Railways and NTES, Singh said. Giving a detailed account of the revised schedules of trains following extension of Sabarmati BG-Jammu Tawi Express up to Katra, Singh informed that train number 22478 - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - New Delhi Vande Bharat would depart from Katra at 5.40 am, from Udhampur at 6.08 am, from Jammu at 7.08 am and from Martyr Captain Sunil Kumar Choudhary Kathua railway station at 8.01 am with effect from October 20, 2026. Train number 14503 Kalka-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will depart from Jammu Tawi at 3.20 am, from Udhampur at 4.12 am and arrive at Katra railway station at 4.47 am, effective from October 20. Train number 15656 - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Kamakhya will depart from Katra at 3.40 am, from Udhampur at 4.06 am, with effect from October 21. Train number 14612 - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - Ghazipur City will depart from Katra at 3.40 am with effect from October 22. Train number 19415 Sabarmati-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will depart from Jammu at 4.15 am, from Udhampur at 5.16 am and reach Katra at 6.25 am, with effect from October 25. Train number 74909 - Jammu Tawi-Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan DMU will depart from Jammu at 8.10 am, reach Udhampur at 10.10 am, with effect from October 20. Train number 22318 will depart from Jammu at 6.50 am with effect from October 21. Train number 16031 will depart from Jammu at 8.42 am, from Udhampur at 10.38 am and reach Katra at 11.50 am with effect from October 18. Train number 16317 will depart from Jammu at 8.30 am, from Udhampur at 10.02 am, reach at Katra at 11.50 am with effect from October 23 and train number16787 will depart from Jammu at 8.42 am, from Udhampur at 10.38 am, reach Katra at 11.50 am from October 19. Similarly, time schedules have been partially revised for around over a dozen other trains passing through Jammu Railway Division, originating or terminating at Katra.

Greater Kashmir 18 Oct 2026 6:52 am

PM Modis governance model has unnerved opposition parties: Sat Sharma

Jammu, Oct 17: J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA has said that the overwhelming public appreciation of Prime Minister Narendra Modis governance model has unnerved opposition parties, which are finding it difficult to counter BJPs growing popularity, development-oriented policies and expanding public support. Sat Sharma, as per a statement, was addressing an organisational review meeting of Samba district, convened by District President Asha Rani, where he assessed the partys organisational and political activities, particularly the month-long programmes undertaken under 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. Referring to the culmination of the nationwide campaign, organised from September 17 to October 17 to commemorate Modis 25 years of leadership, beginning as Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and subsequently as Prime Minister, Sat Sharma said that the programmes received an overwhelming response across Jammu and Kashmir. He said that BJP workers successfully carried the message of Modis pro-nation, pro-people and development-oriented governance to every nook and corner of the Union Territory, strengthening the partys grassroots connection. Modis historic 25-year journey represents dedicated public service, transformative governance and commitment to the welfare of every section of society. The enthusiastic response to 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' reflects growing public confidence in his leadership and vision, Sat Sharma said. Taking a sharp dig at opposition parties, he said that their political frustration was evident from their continuous attempts to criticise BJP without presenting any credible base. The massive appreciation of Modis governance model has completely unsettled the opposition. Instead of competing through performance and constructive politics, they are relying on misinformation, baseless allegations and political rhetoric. Referring to the completion of two years of National Conference rule in Jammu and Kashmir, Sat Sharma alleged that the government has failed to fulfil its major electoral promises and was attempting to divert attention from its shortcomings. People were promised employment, development and better public services, but the gap between promises and performance remains glaring. The NC leadership must explain its failures instead of blaming BJP and the Union Government. Sat Sharma asserted that BJP would continue exposing the NC governments failures while strengthening public outreach, organisational activities and grassroots engagement. The meeting was attended by BJP State Vice President Rashpal Verma, State Secretary Arun Sharma, District General Secretary Rakesh Singh Sambyal, former DDC Chairman Keshav Dutt Sharma, former DDCs Subhash Bhagat and Ramesh Kumar, various Ex Sarpanches other party functionaries.

Greater Kashmir 18 Oct 2026 6:01 am

Over 53,000 Women Receive Support from Sakhi One-Stop Centers in Gujarat

Since 2017, over 53,000 women have benefited from Gujarats Sakhi One-Stop Centers, providing vital support for those affected by violence. Over 53,000 Women Receive Support from Sakhi One-Stop Centers in Gujarat

Daily Kiran 18 Oct 2026 1:49 am

Identity row, brawl, parking protest mar garba revelry

The Times of India 18 Oct 2026 12:34 am

Five killed in blast at Bharuch pharma unit

The Times of India 18 Oct 2026 12:30 am

Gujarat woman raped over marriage promise

The Times of India 18 Oct 2026 12:29 am

Family of two siblings who drowned in pit accept bodies

The Times of India 18 Oct 2026 12:16 am

Odisha seek revival against Kerala after Gujarat setback

The Times of India 18 Oct 2026 12:11 am

Two held for knife-point highway robbery ahead of Diwali

The Times of India 18 Oct 2026 12:07 am

Gujarat cops bust cyberfraud racket, arrest Buxar man

The Times of India 17 Oct 2026 10:06 pm

Gujarat govt to take investment pitch to 22 nations, eight Indian cities ahead of Vibrant Summit

Gujarat govt to take investment pitch to 22 nations, eight Indian cities ahead of Vibrant Summit Gandhinagar: Gujarat will reach out to investors in 22 countries and eight Indian cities over October and November as part of its efforts to attract businesses and technology partners ahead of the 11th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global [] The post Gujarat govt to take investment pitch to 22 nations, eight Indian cities ahead of Vibrant Summit appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 17 Oct 2026 9:11 pm

Gujarat Government Takes Steps to Reduce Non-Academic Burden on Teachers

The Gujarat government is reviewing non-academic tasks assigned to teachers to improve their focus on education. Gujarat Government Takes Steps to Reduce Non-Academic Burden on Teachers

Daily Kiran 17 Oct 2026 9:08 pm

SabarmatiJammu Tawi Express extended to Katra from Oct 18; three new halts approved

Jammu, Oct 17: The Ministry of Railways has approved the extension of Sabarmati BGJammu Tawi Express to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, with the extended service commencing from Sabarmati on October 18 and from Katra on October 20, an official said on Saturday. The extension will add another train service to Katra, the base camp for pilgrims visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, and provide an additional travel option for passengers from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab along the route, a Northern Railway Jammu Division spokesperson said. He said the railways has also approved additional halts for the train at Samba, Bari Brahmana and Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan railway stations in the Jammu region. The new stoppages are expected to benefit local residents, students, traders, industrial workers and military personnel, particularly those associated with the Bari Brahmana industrial area, the spokesman said. He said the daily service will connect Katra with Sabarmati and major stations along the route, including Bathinda, Firozpur, Jalandhar and Pathankot. The extension is expected to support religious tourism, facilitate passenger movement and provide a boost to trade and employment in the region. As per the announced schedule, train number 19223 will depart from Sabarmati at 10:25 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 3:35 pm on the second day, before arriving at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 6:55 pm. On the return journey, train number 19224 will depart from Katra at 4:50 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 7:40 am.

Greater Kashmir 17 Oct 2026 8:03 pm

Gujarats Boat Ambulances Respond to 777 Medical Emergencies, Majority Pregnancy-Related

Gujarats boat ambulances have handled 777 emergencies since 2018, with nearly half linked to pregnancy complications, highlighting their vital role in healthcare. Gujarats Boat Ambulances Respond to 777 Medical Emergencies, Majority Pregnancy-Related

Daily Kiran 17 Oct 2026 7:28 pm

Ranji Trophy: Kerala and Odisha eye a turnaround after chastening opening round results

Cricket: The host, which was put through the wringer by Jharkhand, will bank on home advantage while the visitor, smarting after a 10-wicket loss to Gujarat, will aim to bounce back; the weather, however, may have the final say with the venue experiencing heavy rains

The Hindu 17 Oct 2026 6:32 pm

Gujarat to form committee to reduce teachers

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The News Mill 17 Oct 2026 6:12 pm

Deputy CM Harsh Sanghi becomes towering figure in Gujarat Politics

Amid the Bihar elections, the BJP made a major reshuffle in Gujarat politics, promoting young leader Harsh Sanghvi to the post of Deputy Chief Minister. This marked the return of the Deputy CM position to Gujarat after the tenures of Vijay Rupani ...

Web Dunia 17 Oct 2026 5:50 pm

Gujarat: Sabarmati to get Rs 307-crore Vande Bharat maintenance hub; heavy repair shed nears completion

Ahmedabad The Western Railway is developing a Rs 307-crore maintenance hub at Sabarmati to carry out scheduled maintenance of Vande The post Gujarat: Sabarmati to get Rs 307-crore Vande Bharat maintenance hub; heavy repair shed nears completion appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 17 Oct 2026 5:47 pm

From Pregnancy to Cardiac Emergencies: Gujarat boat ambulances handle 777 medical cases

Boat ambulance services operating along Gujarat

devdiscourse 17 Oct 2026 5:45 pm

Gujarat boat ambulances handle 777 emergencies from 2018 to 2026

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The News Mill 17 Oct 2026 5:42 pm

MS Dhoni And Atlee Arrive In Jamnagar For Garba Festivities

Former India cricket captain MS Dhoni and filmmaker Atlee arrived in Jamnagar, Gujarat, to attend the Garba festivities. Their arrival sparked excitement among fans ahead of the celebrations.

The Times of India 17 Oct 2026 4:25 pm

Tari Mari Laganiyo - Official Teaser

Watch the Official teaser from gujarati movie 'Tari Mari Laganiyo' starring Shubham Patil, Mukhi Nivedita and Tanmay Popat. 'Tari Mari Laganiyo' movie is directed by Shailesh Rahane. To know more about 'Tari Mari Laganiyo' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest gujarati teasers, new movie teasers, trending gujarati movie teaser, and more at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.

The Times of India 17 Oct 2026 4:25 pm

ECI orders Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 14 states and three UTs

The Election Commission (ECI) has ordered a Special Summary Revision of electoral rolls in 14 States and three Union Territories with the 1st of January next year as the qualifying date. These states and UTs are Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Puducherry, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, []

newspoint 17 Oct 2026 3:55 pm

Muslims asked to leave Garba event, Aditya Gadhvi breaks silence

Hyderabad: A Navratri night featuring Khalasi singer Aditya Gadhvi has sparked controversy after an announcement from the stage asked Muslims and other non-Hindus to leave the venue. As the video circulated online, the Gujarati folk singer issued a clarification, distancing himself from the remarks. The incident took place during the Rang Morla ft. Aditya Gadhvi 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 .

The Siasat Daily 17 Oct 2026 1:30 pm

HNGU Result 2026 Out - Check B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Ed

Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University (HNGU) published results for several April 2026 examinations on 16 October 2026. This page lists the courses covered, the official link, how to check the result, and answers to common questions.

FreeJobAlert 17 Oct 2026 1:15 pm

Tragic Reactor Explosion Claims Five Lives in Bharuch, Gujarat

A reactor explosion at a pharmaceutical company in Bharuch, Gujarat, has led to five fatalities and six injuries, prompting an investigation. Tragic Reactor Explosion Claims Five Lives in Bharuch, Gujarat

Udaipur Kiran 17 Oct 2026 1:10 pm

Gujarat Pharma Plant Blast Kills 5 Workers, Injures 6; Toxic Gas Leak Reported

Five workers were killed and six injured after a 15-kilolitre reactor exploded at SynZeal Pharmachem in Gujarats Bharuch district, followed by an MDC gas leak.

The LogicaI Indian 17 Oct 2026 1:06 pm

Prayagraj-Asarwa Special Train to Start from October 21, Dungarpur to Get a Halt

Dungarpur, October 17, 2026: Indian Railways has decided to operate a weekly special train between Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh and Asarwa in Gujarat to manage the increase in Prayagraj-Asarwa Special Train to Start from October 21, Dungarpur to Get a Halt

Udaipur Kiran 17 Oct 2026 1:03 pm

Gujarat: Teacher Arrested for Abusing Four Girl Students

A complaint under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and charges of rape were registered at Jafrabad Town Police Station on Friday, Goradiya said.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Oct 2026 12:54 pm

Gujarat Government School Teacher Molests 4 Girls, Rapes One, Arrested

According to the DSP, the parents immediately contacted the police, following which the police team, along with the Station Officer, reached the school and initiated an inquiry.

NDTV 17 Oct 2026 12:33 pm

GSSSB Laboratory Assistant Admit Card 2026 Out - Download Call Letter at gsssb.gujarat.gov.in

GSSSB Laboratory Assistant Admit Card 2026 has been released for the Laboratory Assistant, Class-3 exam under Advertisement No. 320/2024-25. The MCQ-based CBRT is scheduled for 24 and 25 October 2026. Candidates can download the call letter, check exam dates, shift timings, exam centre details and exam day instructions through the official candidate login link at gsssb.gujarat.gov.in.

FreeJobAlert 17 Oct 2026 12:03 pm

Reactor Blast In Gujarat Kills 5, Gas Leak Shrouds Area In Dust And Haze

The force of the blast sent debris from the reactor beyond the company premises, while machinery parts and metal sheets were scattered across the plant.

NDTV 17 Oct 2026 11:23 am