Viral Video: IAF Chief AP Singh Tries Garba At Gujarat's Record-Setting Navratri Event
Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh attended the third night of the United Way of Baroda Navratri Garba Mahotsav 2026 in Vadodara, Gujarat. A video showing the Air Force chief trying a few Garba steps at the
Unique Fusion of Faith and Thrill at Navratri Celebrations in Gujarat
Gujarats Navratri features thrilling traditions like fire dancing and Swastik Raas, showcasing a blend of faith and culture. Unique Fusion of Faith and Thrill at Navratri Celebrations in Gujarat
Gautam Adani shares what Michael Bloomberg's vision means for India
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 14 (IANS) Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, said on Wednesday that leadership is not measured by the milestones we celebrate today, but by the commitment to expand what humanity can achieve tomorrow, and very few embody that better than Bloomberg Co-founder Michael Bloomberg. In a post on LinkedIn, Gautam Adani spoke about his meeting with Michael Bloomberg during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi. His line of questioning crystallised something for me. Nations need two kinds of infrastructure to endure. The first is visible and includes ports, transmission corridors, green hydrogen plants, gigawatt-scale compute clusters and transit systems. The second is invisible but decisive because it enables the first. It rests on trusted data, accountable institutions and governance treated as an operating discipline rather than a stage for announcements, said the billionaire industrialist. Two builders doing their part in a rapidly transforming world will not always view every milestone through the same lens. Our perspectives reflect our operating realities. From an emerging economy, the imperative is immediate. It means delivering the baseload power, industrial capacity and digital access to lift hundreds of millions into economic security without delay. From mature capital markets, the focus often leans toward the speed of decarbonisation and regulatory alignment, said the Adani Group Chairman. Yet beneath these differences lies a shared conviction that clean energy and affordability must move in lockstep. Decarbonisation cannot be an ideological decree that prices out ordinary citizens, shuts down factories or stalls the Global South. If green energy is not reliable and viable for a small business owner in Gujarat or a household in Uttar Pradesh, the transition will collapse under its own weight, the industrialist further stated. Equally, clinging to legacy systems ignores the existential reality of climate volatility. Real progress demands that capital, policy and execution lock arms to drive down the green premium until clean power is undeniably the cheaper, superior choice, said Gautam Adani. This pragmatism is what makes Mikes record so instructive. When he addressed the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Delhi yesterday, he spoke with conviction about Indias momentum across artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and green infrastructure. It was not rhetoric crafted for a podium. Bloomberg has operated on Indian ground for thirty years, backed by nearly two decades of philanthropic partnership, said the Adani Group Chairman. Michael and Gautam Adani also discussed Dharavi, the Mumbai redevelopment that will test our collective capability. Mikes tenure in New York showed how municipal data and rigorous execution can serve dense urban communities. Dharavi cannot be approached as a real estate parcel. It is a vital, self-sustaining ecosystem of micro-entrepreneurs, multigenerational households, and relentless human grit. Its renewal cannot be measured in square footage. It must be judged by the tangible expansion of dignity through climate-resilient homes, modern sanitation, reliable power, and protected livelihoods, Gautam Adani observed. By marrying engineering discipline with community trust, Dharavi can stand as an enduring benchmark for urban regeneration across the developing world, the industrialist said. True nation-building demands four non-negotiable forces, namely patient capital, physical execution, transparent governance and capable local leadership. None can substitute for another, said Gautam Adani.
Mad Sandhu murder: Punjab Police arrests key accused from Mumbai
Digital Desk | Chandigarh, Oct 14 (IANS) In a major breakthrough in the high-profile LGBTQ content creator Mad Sandhu murder case, Punjab Polices Counter Intelligence wing in Jalandhar, in coordination with the Mumbai Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), has arrested key accused Jobanpreet from Mumbai and recovered three pistols, five magazines and 11 cartridges from his possession. According to Punjab Police, preliminary investigation has revealed that Jobanpreet allegedly played a role in the movement of weapons, financing and providing logistical support to the shooters at the behest of foreign-based handlers. The accused has also confessed to his alleged involvement in three firing incidents linked to extortion in Tarn Taran district, Punjab's Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said. The arrest is being seen as a significant development in the investigation into the murder of influencer Madhusudan Sandhu, popularly known as Mad Sandhu, who was shot dead in Amritsar on October 3. Investigators are now probing the wider network allegedly operating behind the crime, including the supply and movement of illegal weapons, the financing of criminal activities and the role of handlers based abroad. The recovery of firearms and ammunition is expected to assist investigators in establishing further links between the accused and other individuals suspected of involvement in the case. DGP Yadav said further investigation is underway to uncover the broader network and establish its backward and forward linkages. The arrest is expected to provide investigators with further leads into the alleged conspiracy surrounding Mad Sandhus murder and other extortion-related firing incidents in the region. Earlier, Commissionerate Police Amritsar arrested two accused -- Harsimran Singh and Fateh Singh -- from Gujarat. Both accused are residents of Sanghe village in Tarn Taran, and allegedly played a role in conducting recce in connection with the murder, police said. Following the murder, Punjab Police, in a joint operation with Gujarat Police, had arrested six accused.
Four women arrested for stealing gold jewellery, cash from elderly passenger on Maharashtra ST bus
Digital Desk | Washim, Oct 14 (IANS) Four women were arrested for stealing gold jewellery worth Rs 1.5 lakh and cash amounting to Rs 28,000 from a 70-year-old woman travelling on a state transport (ST) bus in Maharashtra's Washim district, police said on Wednesday. The police recovered the stolen jewellery and cash and returned them to the elderly woman, identified as Chandrakala Bodkhe. The incident took place on an ST bus travelling from Mangrulpir to Akola. According to preliminary information, the four accused allegedly targeted the elderly passenger's bag containing gold jewellery and cash during the journey. When the bus reached Shelu Bazaar, the four women got off. Other passengers became suspicious, following which Bodkhe checked her bag and discovered that her gold jewellery and a bag containing Rs 28,000 in cash were missing. The elderly woman raised an alarm and sought help from other passengers. Upon receiving information about the incident, local police reached the spot and launched an investigation. During the probe, the police learnt that the four women had left the area in an auto-rickshaw. Acting swiftly, the police pursued the suspects and apprehended all four women. The stolen gold jewellery and cash were recovered from their possession and subsequently handed back to the elderly woman. The incident highlights the need for vigilance among passengers travelling on crowded public transport, particularly elderly commuters carrying valuables. In a separate incident, Pune Police had arrested three men from Haryana in connection with nine theft cases reported in the city. The police seized valuables worth approximately Rs 23 lakh following an investigation that involved travelling nearly 4,600 km across several states. According to the police, the accused had targeted people at crowded locations during Ganeshotsav celebrations and Ganesh immersion processions. The cases were investigated by Vishrambaug Police, who identified the suspects as residents of Palwal in Haryana. Meanwhile, the Aravalli Police in Gujarat had arrested the three men in connection with another case. With the assistance of the Gujarat Police, a team from Pune Police took the accused into custody. They were identified as Ajay Samsher Vinodkumar Rupsingh Koli (20), Aman Samsher Anil Kumar Narayansingh Koli (24) and Deepak Samsher Rajubhai Sapsingh (21).
Mumbai Local Train Turns Into Garba Floor As Women Dance To Navratri Song In Viral Video
Dressed in red sarees and traditional outfits, the women can be seen dancing in circles to the Gujarati devotional song.
New Delhi, Oct 13: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asked Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to introspect over his partys electoral setbacks instead of blaming the Election Commission (EC) or the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. According to The Times of India, Amit Shah cited the BJPs victories in recent Assembly bypolls in West Bengal and the Lok Sabha by-election in Assam, along with the Congresss defeat in the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation polls, to question the oppositions allegations against the poll body. I also wish to ask Rahul ji: is this the result of an SIR? You dismiss the popularity of the BJP and Modi ji by attributing it to an SIR. You need to introspect, Amit Shah said. Referring to Gujarat, where the BJP has been in power for several years, the Home Minister said the Congress had repeatedly failed to secure electoral victories in the state. In a major state (Gujarat) where you once held power, you have failed to win a single election in 41 years. This is a matter that demands serious introspection on their part, he said. Amit Shah also cited the results of recent by-elections in Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, claiming that the Congress had failed to win a single seat. In Nagaon, the BJP candidate won by a margin of 1,42,000 votes, wresting the seat from the Congress. In Nandigram, the BJP candidate won with 76% of the vote, securing a massive lead of 1,22,000 votes. In Rejinagar, the BJP won by over 75,000 votes, snatching the seat from the Trinamool, while in Puducherry, the NDA candidate from ally AINRC won by 8,482 votes. The Congress secured only 22% of the votes, Amit Shah said. Amit Shahs remarks came shortly after leaders of the Congress-led INDIA bloc held a joint press conference at Rahul Gandhis residence in New Delhi and vowed to continue their campaign seeking the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar and the invalidation of the SIR exercise over alleged irregularities. Rahul Gandhi had said the oppositions political resistance would continue, but declined to disclose its next course of action, saying he did not want to spoil the surprise.
US State Secretary Rubio to visit Mumbai, Jamnagar with energy on agenda
Digital Desk | Washington, Oct 14 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Mumbai and Jamnagar next week for talks that will include enhanced energy cooperation, the State Department said, as Washington's deadline on penalties for buyers of Russian energy approaches. Rubio will travel to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, and Mumbai and Jamnagar in India from October 17 to 22, the department said in a media note. The Secretary will then travel to India for his second official visit this year, the State Department said. He will meet with senior government officials to strengthen the U.S.-India strategic partnership, exchange views on regional and global dynamics, and discuss prospects for enhanced energy cooperation, it said. Secretary Rubio will also meet with business leaders to promote opportunities for commercial investment and economic cooperation, the media note added. Jamnagar, in Gujarat, is home to Reliance Industries' refining hub, one of the largest refining complexes in the world. The State Department did not say why the city was chosen as a stop. The India stop comes days after the October 18 deadline under the Graham Act on duties targeting countries that buy Russian energy. India has been one of the largest buyers of Russian crude since 2022, and its oil purchases have been a recurring point of friction with Washington. Before India, Rubio will attend the C5+1 Ministerial in Samarkand. The State Department said he will highlight how strategic cooperation through this diplomatic platform promotes a more peaceful and prosperous future for the United States and the countries of Central Asia. He will hold bilateral meetings with senior officials from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. On this historic visit, Secretary Rubio will lead a U.S. commercial delegation comprised of over 200 business leaders, ushering in a new era of strengthened commercial cooperation for the United States and Central Asia, the department said. In May, Rubio described India as a great partner and said his trip then would focus on energy and the Quad. The C5+1 is a diplomatic platform that brings together the United States and the five Central Asian republics of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. India and the United States describe their ties as a comprehensive global strategic partnership, covering defence, trade, technology and energy.
Gujarat back to bipolar contest as AAP fades in civic polls - Deccan Herald
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BJP had, however, seen an erosion of three seats compared to the 2021 election. This election saw BJP workers allegedly tearing Congress posters and Congress' lone Lok Sabha MP from Gujarat, Geniben Thakore, challenging BJP to touch party posters in daytime.
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Gujarat: Speeding Car Flips Water Delivery Rickshaw, Man Suffers Leg Fractures
A speeding white car rammed into a water delivery rickshaw near Akshar Avenue on Jai Sardar Road in Rajkot on October 3, flipping the vehicle and fracturing a youths right leg. The driver allegedly fled the scene. Shocking CCTV footage has emerged as Rajkot Taluka Police investigate the incident.
Gujarati Rabari Embroidery Takes Centre Stage at London Fashion Week
Sonal Desai showcases traditional Maldhari craftsmanship through FLAPPER6s Summer 2027 collection, BECOMING Bilkul Online Ahmedabad Gujarats rich cultural heritage and The post Gujarati Rabari Embroidery Takes Centre Stage at London Fashion Week appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Gujarat saw 14.5 pc voter names removed in SIR: CM Patel
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 13 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday defended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, saying around 14.5 per cent of names had been removed from the states voter list, a higher proportion than in any state governed by an opposition party, and rejected allegations that the exercise was being used to selectively delete voters. In a post on social media platform X, Patel said claims by the opposition that the revision was aimed at unilaterally removing voters names were completely divorced from reality. He argued that the figures showed the process was impartial and that the removals primarily involved deceased voters, people who had migrated and duplicate entries. The vast majority of the removed names belong to individuals who have passed away, migrated, or had duplicate entries, Patel said, adding that accurate electoral rolls were essential for free and fair elections. Citing figures for other states, the Chief Minister said around 2.05 crore names had been removed from the electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, which is governed by the BJP. He also referred to West Bengal, claiming that approximately 63 per cent of the names removed there belonged to Hindus. If the objective were political, would the numbers look like this? Patel asked, rejecting allegations that the exercise targeted particular voters or communities. He said electoral rolls needed to be updated periodically to remove the names of deceased and duplicate voters and include newly eligible voters. Patel described SIR as a statutory process conducted by the Election Commission and said it was transparent. Understand the facts and do not be misled by baseless claims. A clean and accurate voter list is the true guarantee of free and fair elections, he said. The Chief Ministers remarks came on the day when BJP showed strong performance in state's local body elections, including in the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation, where the party won 38 of the 44 seats. The Congress secured five seats, while an Independent candidate won one. The Aam Aadmi Party, which had won one seat in 2021, failed to win any this time. Patel also linked the election results to public support for Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership and the BJPs development agenda. Referring to comments made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah after the results, he said the mandate showed that voters had rejected what he described as the oppositions negative narrative and politics-based on falsehoods. The historic victory secured by the BJP in Gujarats local bodies, including Gandhinagar, and the results of by-elections across the country show that the people continue to stand firmly with PM Modi, Patel said in a separate post. He called on the Congress and the INDIA bloc to introspect over their repeated electoral defeats in Gujarat, arguing that development and good governance continued to enjoy public support. The SIR exercise has become a point of political contention, with opposition leaders raising concerns over the deletion of names from electoral rolls and the potential impact on eligible voters. The Election Commission conducts electoral roll revisions to maintain voter records, including by removing entries that are no longer valid and adding newly eligible electors.
Gujarat CM participates in Maha Aarti at Navratri Garba Mahotsav
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday participated in the Maha Aarti during the Navratri Garba Mahotsav organised at the Ahmedabad IPS Mess. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi was also present at the event. Both leaders performed the aarti of Maa Jagdamba, sought the blessings of Maa Amba and extended Navratri greetings to police officers and their families, a release said. Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Das, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Sanjeev Kumar, State Police Chief Gyanendra Singh Malik, DG (CID Crime) KL N Rao, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Jaipalsinh and Ahmedabad Police Commissioner Anupam Singh Gehlot were among the senior officials present on the occasion. IPS officers celebrated the festival along with their family members. The celebrations featured traditional Raas-Garba performances by Motipura Folk Heritage, Kutchhi fusion folk dances and performances by the Vyas Bandhu (Vyas Brothers), who presented a blend of traditional and contemporar...
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel performs Maha Aarti at Navratri Garba
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Amit Shah vs Congress: Pawan Khera hits back over Jhooth Ki Goonj, Gujarat poll jibe
Amit Shah vs Congress: Pawan Khera hits back over Jhooth Ki Goonj, Gujarat poll jibe
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Rahul Gandhi needs to be ready for crushing defeat in 2029: Amit Shah
New Delhi [India], October 13 : Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and INDIA bloc leaders should brace themselves for crushing defeat as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to secure a massive majority in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Speaking to the reporters, the Union Home Minister took a swipe at the Congress party, saying that it is headed for its fourth consecutive defeat in the upcoming elections. Shah also accused it of attempting to shield infiltrators under the guise of opposing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. I want to tell Rahul Gandhi that the people of this country have fully understood your strategy of shielding infiltrators under the guise of the SIR, and they will no longer fall for your ruses. I also wish to tell Shri Rahul and his associates to brace themselves for a crushing defeat in 2029. The NDA is set to secure a massive majority in the 2029 general elections, and the Congress is headed for yet another defeat, its fourth consecutive loss, he said. Shah's remarks came as INDIA bloc leaders concluded their high-tea meeting at Rahul Gandhi's residence. Continuing the attack on Rahul Gandhi, the Home Minister said, You cannot win the trust of the nation's people through fabricated media events and 'Jhooth Ki Goonj'. You cannot become the voice of the nation merely by mobilising the cadres of fourteen parties to gather a crowd of eight thousand within a span of one and a half kilometres. Highlighting the gap between public perception and opposition strategy, he urged the Congress leadership to re-evaluate their outreach, pointing out that true national sentiment lies beyond major urban centres and central protest sites. I urge the Congress party to realise that the voice of the nation also resides in the fields and farms, in the villages, in remote hills and forests, and along the riverbank areas where you have no reach. There are many states in the country, such as Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, where the people have rejected and defeated the Congress party for decades. Even today, the negative politics the Congress is pursuing will not benefit them. They need to understand the public and connect with the people, he said. Further, extending gratitude to the citizens for their continued trust in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he thanked voters across various regions for placing their preference on the BJP's 'Lotus' symbol amidst what he termed a storm of malicious propaganda. The people of this country stand with Narendra Modi, the BJP, and the NDA. You cannot deny this truth. Today, on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party, I once again wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to the people of Tripura, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Bengal, and Assam; amidst a storm of malicious propaganda, they have placed their seal of approval, their stamp of preference, on Narendra Modi, the BJPs 'Lotus' symbol, and the NDA, thereby strengthening all nationalist forces. I thank them sincerely on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party, he said. (ANI)
Ranji Trophy: Bengal Eye Outright Victory Over Delhi
On the third day of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C matches, Delhi trailed Bengal by 88 runs, with Bengal having posted 429. Kerala faced a significant deficit against Jharkhand, while Gujarat took a first-innings lead against Odisha, who now hold a slender four-run lead in their second innings. Maharashtra led Services by 172 runs despite a shaky start to their second innings.
Gujarat Civic Polls: BJP registers landslide wins in Okha, Thara, sweeps 3 nagarpalika bypolls
The BJP on Tuesday swept the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC) polls, winning 38 of the 44 seats, and retained power in the Thara and Okha municipalities in Gujarat, according to results declared by the State Election Commission. However, the Congress finished second in Gandhinagar with five seats, while an independent candidate bagged one seat. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which had secured one seat in the previous GMC elections, failed to open its account this time. The GMC last went to polls in October 2021, when the BJP won 41 of the 44 seats, while the Congress secured two seats and the AAP one.
Ranji Trophy: Rahul's Batting Trouble Continues; Jadeja Scalps Three Wickets After Century
Emanjot Singh Chahal: India star batter KL Rahul was dismissed for another cheap score for Karnataka as he followed his four-run outing in the first innings with one run in the second against Andhra in a Group B clash in Vijayawada. Meanwhile, another India veteran Ravindra Jadeja backed his century with a three-wicket haul for Saurashtra in the clash against Chhattisgarh in Rajkot in Group B, while Punjab have started to lose the plot in their Group B encounter against Assam. Karnataka are in trouble as they ended the third day at 176/4 and have only a 32-run lead. This could have been worse if not for an unbeaten 81 from Karun Nair, while captain Smaran Ravichandran is also unbeaten on 21. Rahul was earlier dismissed for one, while Mayank Agarwal also managed to score just 18. With one day remaining, Karnataka need some magic for an outright win, or else they can at most manage one point if the match ends in a draw, as they had a first-innings deficit. Andhra will take six points if they win (seven if they win by 10 wickets) or they will take three points if the match is drawn, as they have the first-innings lead after bowling Karnataka out for 274 and putting 418 in reply. Meanwhile, Jadeja followed his 102 from the first innings with 3-40 in the first essay with the ball to bowl Chhattisgarh out for 312. Saurashtra are 45/0 in the second innings at stumps on Day 3 and would fancy three points or a win on the final day. Punjab are seemingly losing the plot in their fixture against Assam in their Group B fixture in New Chandigarh. They ended the third day at 287/5 and trail by 86 more runs. Salil Arora and Emanjot Singh Chahal are unbeaten on 25 and 28, respectively. In Group A, Madhya Pradesh are 151/5 against defending champions Jammu and Kashmir in their second innings as Shubham Sharma went back unbeaten on 51 to help the team take their lead to 227. Puducherry were dismissed for 313 in their first innings against Vidarbha on Day 3 of the clash in Nagpur. Ritesh Gudge (95), Mohit Kale (78) and Nikhil Gangta (54) scored strong fifties, but Parth Rekhade and Aman Mokhade took three wickets each. In reply, Vidarbha are 22/1 at stumps and have a lead of 137 runs. Goa are trailing Baroda by 238 runs after being asked to follow-on as they ended Day 3 at 35/1. They were earlier dismissed for 199. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh defeated Bihar by an innings and 267 runs. In Group C, Delhi trail Bengal by 88 runs after ending the day at 101/3. Bengal had earlier posted 429 on the back of Abishek Porel's 149 and Sudip Gharami's 133. Kerala are in all sorts after ending the third day at 269/6 against Jharkhand in reply to 587, trailing by 318 runs. Maharashtra lead Services in Delhi by 172 runs after ending the third day at 66/5. They had earlier bowled Services out for 227. Odisha ended Day 3 against Gujarat at 119/4 and have a four-run lead, but Gujarat took a 115-run advantage in the first innings. In Group D, Mumbai completed a stellar innings and a 155-run win over Chandigarh at Wankhede, while Rajasthan led Yamil Nadu by 170 runs after ending Day 3 at 81/4. They had a 91-run lead in the first innings. Railways have a 158-run trail against Uttarakhand as they were 34/0 at stumps. They were bowled out for 278 in the first innings, while Uttarakhand made 470. In Group D, Mumbai completed a stellar innings and a 155-run win over Chandigarh at Wankhede, while Rajasthan led Yamil Nadu by 170 runs after ending Day 3 at 81/4. They had a 91-run lead in the first innings. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Zee's Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026: What Shagun Uniyal
Highlights Shagun Uniyal became the first contestant to leave Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026 in the episode aired on 11 October. Her elimination during the Navratri special marks the start of the competitions elimination stage. The remaining singers will continue competing as the show moves towards its next episodes on 17 and 18 October. Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026 has reached a new stage after Shagun Uniyal became the first contestant to be eliminated from the singing reality show. The singer from Garhwal, Uttarakhand, left the competition in the episode aired on Sunday, 11 October, during the show's Navratri special. Her exit gives viewers the first indication of how the competition could unfold as the remaining singers continue to fight for their place. For fans following the season, the focus now shifts to the contestants still in the running and how they perform in the coming weeks. Why was Shagun Uniyal eliminated? Shagun was eliminated after receiving the lowest performance score of the week, according to reports about the episode. The Navratri special, broadcast across 10 and 11 October, featured performances under the theme Shubh Aarambh . Gujarati folk singer Jahnvi Shrimankar also appeared as a guest. Shagun's departure marks the first confirmed elimination of the season. However, the show's format allows for weeks without an elimination if the Gurus decide that no contestant should leave. Who is still competing on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026? With Shagun out of the competition, attention turns to the singers hoping to progress further. The contestants identified in the current line-up include Shivani Swami, Minha Fatima, Durgesh Yadav, Mir Zulfikar, Sairaj Khati, Anamika Tripathi, Neeraj Upreti, Sehajdeep Singh, Shraddha Shree, Atul Rao, Ayan Bhattacharya, Yash Jain, Gitashree Chowdhury, Geet Bagde and Kadamb Chauhan. However, the published contestant information contains conflicting numbers about the singers who progressed from the selection rounds. The complete official Top 13 line-up should be confirmed before treating this list as definitive. The coming episodes will give viewers a better idea of which singers can maintain their performance levels as the competition progresses. When is the next Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026 episode? The next episodes of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2026 are scheduled for Saturday, 17 October, and Sunday, 18 October, at 9.30 pm IST on Zee TV and ZEE5. Shreyas Talpade hosts the show, with Shankar Mahadevan, Kumar Sanu, Neeti Mohan and Javed Ali serving as the Gurus. As the competition continues, viewers can expect further performances and the possibility of another elimination, depending on the results and the Gurus' decisions.
Gujarat: BJP dominates Gandhinagar civic polls with 38 seats; Cong improves tally, AAP wiped out
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 13 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) retained control of the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC), winning 38 of the 44 seats in the civic elections, while the Congress increased its tally from two seats in 2021 to five. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which had won one seat in the previous election, failed to open its account this time, with an Independent candidate winning the remaining seat. The results, declared on Tuesday, gave the BJP a clear majority in the state capitals civic body, although its tally fell by three seats from the 41 it won in the 2021 election. The Congress made its gains primarily in Ward 6, where its entire four-member panel was elected, and Ward 7, where it won one seat. The BJP won all four seats in nine wards and three of the four seats in Ward 7, while an Independent candidate secured a seat in Ward 2. The election covered 44 seats across 11 wards, with 130 candidates in the fray. Polling was held on October 11, recording a turnout of 59.25 per cent, with 1,54,045 of the 2,59,985 registered voters exercising their franchise. Ward 4 recorded the highest turnout at 74.78 per cent, while Ward 5 had the lowest at 48.63 per cent. Counting began at 9 a.m. on Tuesday. In Ward 1, the BJP won all four seats through Shilpaben Thakor, who secured 6,366 votes; Anjanaben Mehta, who received 5,998; Gaurang Patel, who polled 7,485; and Maheshkumar Chaudhary, who secured 5,743. In Ward 2, the BJP won three seats, with Anilsinh Vaghela receiving 7,768 votes, Arvindji Thakor 6,480 and Sonalben Vaghela 4,933. Independent candidate Dipikaben Vaghela won the fourth seat with 4,909 votes. The BJP swept Ward 3, where Ankit Barot secured 5,581 votes, Umeshbhai Jaha 4,920, Sonaliben Patel 4,539 and Mittalben Khimsuriya 4,400. It also won all four seats in Ward 4, with Jaspalsinh Bihola securing 8,177 votes, Josnaben Thakor 7,719, Mittalben Vaghela 7,172 and Rupsing Thakor with 7,006. In Ward 5, the BJPs four winners were Kanaiyalal Desai, who received 3,991 votes; Kinjalkumar Patel, 3,936; Hemaben Bhatt, 3,934; and Dhvani Shah, 3,893. The Congress secured a complete sweep in Ward 6. Karmajeetsinh Vaghela won with 4,729 votes, followed by Meghna Rabari with 4,469, Mehulkumar Rathod with 4,422 and Hansaben Ninama with 3,957. Ward 7 returned three BJP candidates and one Congress candidate. Kinjalben Thakor won with 7,306 votes, Sonalben Vaghela with 7,044 and Shaileshkumar Patel with 6,870. Congress candidate Naginbhai Nadiya secured 6,130 votes. The BJP won all four seats in Ward 8 through Amita Upadhyay, who received 9,405 votes; Mehulbhai Patel, 9,344; Manisha Prajapati, 8,762; and Vishnuji Thakor, 8,405. In Ward 9, the BJPs winners were Jayantibhai Dabhi, with 8,964 votes; Mahendrabhai Patel, also known as Das, with 8,950; Vaidehi Raval, with 8,930; and Sharadaben Thakor, with 8,636. The BJP also swept Ward 10, where Gaurangbhai Patel received 11,175 votes, Tanvi Patel, 10,639, Dharmendrakumar Nayi, 9,827, and Vilasba Vaghela, 9,607. In Ward 11, the BJPs four winners were Kamuben Thakor, who secured 9,804 votes; Jashwantlal Patel, 9,530; Sejalben Parmar, 9,271; and Ravi Patel, 9,030. The outcome leaves the BJP with 38 seats, the Congress with five and an Independent with one, while the AAP has no representation in the corporation. In the previous election, the BJP had won 41 seats, the Congress two and the AAP one. The results therefore consolidate the BJPs majority while marking a modest recovery for the Congress in Gandhinagars municipal politics.
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BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games 2026 inaugurated in Ahmedabad
AMN Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya today inaugurated the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games 2026 at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports organised the games in collaboration with the Gujarat Government. Addressing the inaugural ceremony, Dr. Mandaviya emphasised that traditional and indigenous []
After Mitrata, Viraj Ghelani gears up for party animals, calls it a full-on masti film
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 13 (IANS) Actor Viraj Ghelani is set to headline Party Animals, an upcoming comedy that revolves around friendship, bad decisions and a night that spirals out of control. The actor described the film as a full-on masti film and said he was excited for audiences to experience it on the big screen. Party Animals is a one of a kind movie. Its a full-on masti film, and I am really excited for audiences to experience it. Its packed with friendship, madness and situations that just keep getting crazier. Theres so much energy and relatability in this world, and I cant wait for everyone to watch it on the big screen, Viraj said. Produced by Yoodlee Films, Party Animals is set in Mumbai and follows Mann Patel, played by Viraj, and Armaan Khanna, portrayed by Arjun Tanwar. The two childhood friends reunite for a night out that soon turns chaotic, with romantic complications, petty fights and a series of increasingly disastrous attempts to fix things. Set against the backdrop of a New Years Eve party, the film features cops, goons, a party bus and even a drunk horse. The makers describe it as a comedy about friendship, FOMO, growing up and the consequences of making impulsive decisions. Directed by Ravi Chhabriya, the film is produced by Vikram Mehra and Siddharth Anand Kumar under the banner of Yoodlee Films. The ensemble cast includes Pragati Nagpal, Naqiyah Haji, Alam Khan, Saqib Ayub, Kamlesh Sawant, Anil Charanjeett, Aaron Koul, Vijay Patkar and Manoj Joshi. The film is written by Ali Haji, Khush Mullick and Veer Panchal. Speaking about the film, producer Siddharth Anand Kumar said, With Party Animals, we wanted to have some fun with the idea of what a film is supposed to be and how it is supposed to talk about itself. The film is unapologetically chaotic, irreverent and very much in on the joke. Were not going to pretend that every decision these characters make is a good one. In fact, the worse their decisions get, the more fun things become. Sometimes, you just have to let the madness do its thing. The film draws inspiration from Hollywood comedies such as The Hangover, Superbad and 21 Jump Street, bringing friendship-driven humour and escalating chaos into an Indian setting. Party Animals marks another addition to Viraj's growing filmography. The actor and digital content creator has previously appeared in films such as Govinda Naam Mera in 2022 and Jawan in 2023. He was also seen in Do Deewane Seher Mein, which released earlier in 2026. More recently, Viraj featured in the Gujarati film Mitrata, which explores the friendship of three college friends as they navigate love, heartbreak and the changes that come with growing up. Party Animals is scheduled to release in cinemas on November 20, 2026.
Ahead of Diwali, 158 refugees get Indian citizenship certificates in Gujarat
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 13 (IANS) A total of 158 people who had migrated to India from neighbouring countries received Indian citizenship certificates at a ceremony in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, including 126 under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and 32 through the District Collectors Office. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi presented the certificates at an event organised by the Ahmedabad district administration at the auditorium of SAL Institute of Technology and Engineering. The beneficiaries included members of minority communities who had faced religious persecution in Pakistan and settled in India. Addressing the gathering, Sanghavi said the grant of citizenship had brought joy to the families ahead of Diwali, which is about 20 days away. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for introducing the CAA, saying the legislation is intended to provide a secure future for families who had faced religious persecution in neighbouring countries. Our country and state are committed to supporting those in distress. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced the CAA to ensure a secure and bright future for the children of refugee families. Today, thousands of families can lead dignified lives in India, Sanghavi said. He also criticised those who opposed the legislation for political reasons, saying they failed to understand the difficulties faced by the affected families. Highlighting the significance of Indian citizenship and the dignity associated with an Indian passport, he expressed hope that future generations of the beneficiaries would become doctors, engineers and sportspersons and contribute to the country. Sanghavi referred to the experiences of families including Nirmalaji, Kunwarben and Nandlalji, who had migrated from Pakistan. He also highlighted the achievements of Dhara Sindhu, a girl who has physical challenges but has won medals in table tennis and floor games at district, state and national levels. Minister of State for Urban Development, Darshna Vaghela, said: The CAA, introduced under the leadership of PM Modi and HM Shah, is helping eligible people who had arrived from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan obtain Indian citizenship. She also credited the efforts of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Sanghavi. Citing Dimpalben, an Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation corporator who chairs its Women and Child Welfare Department, Vaghela said: People who had received citizenship are also taking up positions in public life and contributing to society. She congratulated the beneficiaries and urged them to fulfil their responsibilities as citizens alongside exercising their rights. BJP MLA Payal Kukrani said: The legislation had helped address the longstanding difficulties of minority families who had migrated from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh after facing religious persecution. She urged the recipients to uphold the country's unity and integrity, exercise their constitutional rights and contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat. Three family representatives who had migrated from Pakistan -- Narendra Kumar, Shravan Kumar and Shardadevi -- expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister, the Union Home Minister and the state leadership. They described the occasion as a moment of pride and joy comparable to Diwali. Sujal Mayatra, Director of Census Operations and Director of Citizen Registration in Gujarat, said the CAA, 2019, provides a pathway to Indian citizenship for eligible members of minority communities from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh. More than 1,500 people had been granted citizenship so far, he said. Mayatra said citizenship was not merely a document but also an opportunity for beneficiaries to contribute to the country's development. Under Gazette notifications issued in 2016 and 2018, the Centre authorised District Collectors to grant citizenship under Sections 5 and 6 of the Citizenship Act, 1955, to members of minority communities from the three neighbouring countries. From 2017 to 2025, Ahmedabad district issued citizenship certificates to more than 1,200 applicants, leading the country in this initiative, according to the district administration.
Supreme Court dismisses Haren Pandya murder convict
The Supreme Court on October 12 dismissed a plea filed by Mohammed Asgar Ali, who is serving a life sentence for the murder of former Gujarat Home Minister Haren Pandya, seeking premature release from prison. The decision came after the Gujarat government informed the Court that it had rejected Alis remission plea. A Bench comprising [] The post Supreme Court dismisses Haren Pandya murder convicts plea for premature release; grants liberty to approach High Court appeared first on India Legal .
3. Gujarat Civic Polls: BJP Wins 38 Of 44 Seats In Gandhinagar, Congress Improves Tally
The BJP has retained control of the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC), winning 38 of the 44 seats in the civic elections. The Congress won five seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) failed to win any. The results were announced on
Gujarat High Court has ruled that chewing gum cannot be classified as an edible sweet or sweetmeat under state Value Added Tax provisions because consumers do not swallow the rubber base. Reversing an order by the state VAT tribunal, a division bench held that the product attracts a higher 12.5% tax under the residuary entry rather than the reduced 4% slab meant for confectionery.
Driver Killed, Helper Injured After Truck Plunges Into Gorge In Ramban
Ramban: A driver was killed while his helper sustained injuries after a truck they were travelling in plunged into a deep gorge near Bishlari Nallah in Ramban district in the wee hours of Tuesday. Official said that the truck was on its way from Srinagar towards Gujarat when it met with the accident at around []
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Truck falls into Bisleri Nallah in Banihal, driver dies, conductor injured
Banihal, Oct 13: A truck travelling from Srinagar towards Gujarat plunged around 7080 feet into Bisleri Nallah near Nachlana in Ramban district during the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday, resulting in the death of the driver and injuries to the conductor. The accident involving truck bearing registration number RJ19GF/2267 occurred at around 2 am. Officials said that the truck was being driven by Sadiq Khan, son of Doda Khan, a resident of Tehsil Fagunia in Barmer district of Rajasthan. The conductor was identified as Sikander, son of Hashim, a resident of Dhano village in Barmer district, Rajasthan. Both occupants sustained injuries in the accident and were shifted to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Banihal for treatment. However, the attending doctor declared the driver, Sadiq Khan, brought dead, while the injured conductor is undergoing treatment at the hospital. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the accident are awaited.
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Drug war is everyones fight: DGP Prabhat
Srinagar, Oct 12: Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Monday called for a united societal response to the growing challenge of drug abuse, asserting that protecting children and young people from narcotics was a collective responsibility that extended far beyond the police force. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a function at Police Public School here, the DGP said the campaign against drugs was gaining momentum across Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. He said the future of the country depended on safeguarding its younger generation from substance abuse. These small children are the future of our country, Prabhat said, underlining the need for society to come together to protect young people from the menace. Referring to recent enforcement action against drug trafficking in Srinagar, the J&K Police chief said several arrests had been made as part of the crackdown. He emphasised that tackling the problem required a whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach, with active participation from citizens. It is our duty that we participate in this fight and say no to drugs, he said, urging people to join the campaign against narcotics. The DGP's appeal comes as Jammu & Kashmir Police intensifies efforts to raise awareness about drug abuse alongside enforcement action against traffickers. The emphasis on community participation places families, educational institutions and local communities at the centre of efforts to prevent substance abuse and protect vulnerable youth. As part of the awareness drive, the DGP flagged off a motorcycle rally from Police Public School, Bemina, Srinagar, towards Ekta Nagar in Gujarat for the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas parade scheduled for October 31. The contingent comprises 10 bikers from Jammu and Kashmir Police and five from Ladakh Police. Awareness programmes on the harmful effects of drug abuse are planned along the route, with a focus on sensitising young people and promoting the message of a drug-free society. The initiative combines public outreach with the broader campaign against narcotics, seeking to carry the message beyond police establishments and into communities. The DGPs message was clear-- enforcement against traffickers must go hand in hand with public awareness, prevention and collective responsibility if Jammu and Kashmir is to protect its next generation from the consequences of drug abuse.
Say no to drugs, protect future: DGP Nalin Prabhat
Srinagar, Oct 12: Director General of Police Nalin Prabhat on Monday called for a whole-of-society approach in the fight against drug abuse, even as he flagged off a National Motorcycle Rally carrying the message of a Nasha Mukt society. Speaking to mediapersons on the sidelines of the programme here at Police Public School, the DGP said the anti-drug campaign was being pursued across the country and had gained considerable momentum in Jammu and Kashmir under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. Referring to recent enforcement action in the summer capital Srinagar, he said that several people had been arrested as part of the ongoing crackdown. These small children are the future of our country, Prabhat told reporters, stressing that protecting the younger generation from substance abuse was a shared responsibility. He described the campaign as a collective fight that required more than law enforcement action alone. This is a war being fought across society, with a whole-of-government approach. It is our duty that we participate in this fight and say no to drugs, he said. The DGP said this after flagging off the motorcycle rally comprising 10 bikers of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and five from the Ladakh Police. The contingent is headed for Ekta Nagar in Gujarat and will form part of the nationwide contingents converging for the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Parade on October 31, 2026, to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The theme of the rally is Fight Against Drugs, and the participants will conduct awareness programmes en route to sensitise people, particularly the youth. Prior to the flag-off, an awareness programme on the fight against drugs was held at the school, drawing enthusiastic participation from a large number of students. Senior officers present included Special DG Coordination S.J.M. Gillani, Additional DG Armed Nitish Kumar, IGP Headquarters Bhim Sen Tuti, IGP Kashmir Sujit Kumar and DIG Armed Range Kashmir Maqsood-ul-Zaman, the nodal officer for the J&K Police contingent. Nalin Prabhat expressed satisfaction over the initiatives being undertaken to realise the vision of the Prime Minister and the Lieutenant Governor towards building a drug-free society. He also appreciated the participation of the J&K Police in the national motorcycle rally, in which 45 contingents from states, Union Territories and Central Armed Police Forces are taking part.
In its August order on digital arrest scams, the Supreme Court recorded a figure that looks like good news. Complaints filed under that label on the national cybercrime portal fell from 1,23,672 in 2024 to 58,239 in 2025, and to 16,377 in the first half of 2026. Two months earlier, the same court heard that total cyber fraud in 2025 came to about Rs 22,495 crore, with complaints up 24 per cent to roughly 2.81 million. That is the Home Ministry data as reported from the 28 July hearing. The crime did not shrink. Its name did. India's answer to impersonation is more official digital contact: verified SIMs, bank alerts, e-notices, KYC calls. Each new official channel is also a new template to forge. Call it the verification paradox. Authority has become a file format The case began in October 2025, when the court took notice of an elderly couple in Ambala who lost Rs 1.05 crore after being shown forged Supreme Court orders. A CBI probe has since traced 238 victims across 67 first-layer accounts, with about Rs 80 crore moving through them and searches at 93 locations in 16 states. Nobody was hacked in that case. The fraudsters supplied paperwork, and the victims did what citizens are told to do with a court notice. The attack surface is the habit of compliance. When obedience to officialdom is the habit, a forged notice only has to look official. Deepfakes remove the last informal check. Justice Joymalya Bagchi observed in July that they can now be used for cheating and impersonation. If a face and a voice can be rendered on demand, I saw the officer on video proves nothing. A Fortinet executive at the India Mobile Congress this week said a single malicious WhatsApp link can turn a phone into a gateway to banking, OTPs and identity documents. That is a vendor's view, but the mechanism is easy to credit. The label moves faster than the law On 28 July the court asked the Centre to create a standalone offence for digital arrest and to legislate on AI-generated deepfakes. The Solicitor General told the bench a draft bill is coming. A statute that defines digital arrest defines a script, and scripts are cheap to change. The falling complaint count is consistent with that. I cannot verify from the published figures where the volume went, but total complaints rose while one category collapsed, which suggests migration to investment, job and insurance pitches rather than retreat. Jammu and Kashmir is not exempt. A senior cyber police officer put J&K's 2025 cybercrime losses at Rs 184.91 crore in January and named digital arrest as the emerging method. In October 2025, a Jammu trader lost about Rs 4.4 crore, and the arrests were made in Gujarat. The victim sat in Jammu. The mule accounts sat elsewhere. Upstream has an owner Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the Congress on 8 October that India wants a global mechanism to stop fraud before it reaches people. Upstream is the right place to fight. Twenty-six banks already use the RBI-linked MuleHunter.AI tool, and the court has told the RBI to circulate a temporary debit-hold procedure. The same status report said WhatsApp did not take adequate action on intelligence from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, while Microsoft responded quickly. The recovery side is thin. Rs 18.05 crore has been restored across 36,290 cases. The periods are not like for like, but set beside Rs 22,495 crore in annual losses, it is a rounding error. Only 14 states had notified their state cybercrime coordination centres when the court last looked. There is a second cost. A filter that decides which calls and messages reach a citizen makes telecom operators and platforms the gatekeepers of contact. Kashmir knows what happens when connectivity becomes an administrative decision. A control plane built to stop fraud will be asked, sooner or later, to stop other things. Bottom Line Fraud that borrows the state's face cannot be fixed by giving the state more faces. Verification has to start with the citizen: a call-back number that is never supplied by the caller, a bank hold the account holder can trigger, a court order that never arrives on WhatsApp. Until then, the labels will keep falling, and the losses will not. (The author is studying Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at Rutgers University, New Jersey, USA. He is interested in emerging technologies and innovation, and can be reached on LinkedIn at @arssh-kumar14)
Wheat sowing faces heat from water shortage this winter
Farmers in India are likely to reduce wheat planting this winter due to water scarcity and low minimum support prices. Regions such as Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh may see the most significant impact from these conditions. The state governments are encouraging farmers to consider crops that require less water, which may lead to a shift in crop choices.
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JNU sexual harassment case: BJP seeks action against Congress MP, stages protests across Gujarat
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 12 (IANS) The BJP's women's wing staged protests across Gujarat on Monday, demanding action against Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam over allegations of sexual harassment involving female students at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), days after the university dismissed him from his position as a professor and Delhi Police registered an FIR against him. The protests, organised by the state BJP Mahila Morcha, were held across all districts and major cities of the state. Women party workers, office-bearers, women legislators and local leaders participated in sit-ins and demonstrations, accusing the Congress leadership of remaining silent on the allegations. The protesters raised slogans against the Congress and its senior leadership, demanded strict action against Akoijam and called for his immediate expulsion from the party, according to party leaders. The party accused the Congress of maintaining double standards on women's safety and dignity, arguing that its public claims on women's rights were inconsistent with its response to allegations against one of its own MPs. Women's safety should not be confined to political speeches and election campaigns, the leaders said. The protests came amid a widening controversy over the allegations against Akoijam, who represents the Inner Manipur constituency in the Lok Sabha and was a professor at JNU's Centre for the Study of Social Systems. JNU dismissed Akoijam with immediate effect on October 9 following an inquiry by its internal committee into complaints of sexual harassment. Reports said 11 women students had complained against him. The committee's findings reportedly referred to a pattern of inappropriate personal interactions, sexually suggestive conduct and unwelcome physical contact. Delhi Police registered an FIR against Akoijam on October 11 at Vasant Kunj North police station, following a complaint by JNU's chief security officer. The complaint forwarded documents related to the university's internal inquiry and sought police action. The FIR invokes provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita relating to sexual harassment and acts intended to insult a woman's modesty. The investigation is under way. Akoijam has denied the allegations and described his dismissal as a witch hunt. He has questioned the university's handling of the inquiry and said he intended to challenge the decision through legal channels.
Bengal: SSB rescues two minors from Mizoram in human trafficking attempt
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 12 (IANS) Troops of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) foiled a human trafficking attempt across the India-Nepal Border. Two minor girls were rescued, and two accused were taken into custody. One of those arrested is suspected to be the key conspirator. Around 5 pm on October 11, personnel of the Border Intelligence Team (BIT), 41 Bn, SSB, who were deployed on the New Bridge, Panitanki, in West Bengal, intercepted a silver-coloured Toyota Hyryder proceeding from India towards Nepal. There were three persons travelling in the vehicle. One of them was Mahesh Bhuralal Tanna (61), a resident of Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The second was Navin Kumar (34), from Muzaffarpur in Bihar. He was driving the vehicle. The third occupant was a 17-year-old girl, a resident of Mizoram. During an on-the-spot preliminary inquiry, the minor girl revealed that she was travelling to Nepal with Tanna, an acquaintance of her father, supposedly for shopping and visiting a casino. She further stated that she had been staying with him at a rented flat near Salugara, Siliguri, lured by promises of employment at his spa centres in Mumbai and Goa, a senior SSB official said. The officials at the site sensed something amiss and alerted the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Sector Headquarters, SSB, at Ranidanga and NGO partner Kosi Lok Manch, Siliguri. Teams immediately rushed to the SSB post at Panitanki for joint counselling and questioning. During sustained interrogation, Tanna confessed that an agent based in Mizoram had sent the minor girl to him about ten days earlier. He claimed that as she was underage, he engaged her as domestic help for Rs 4,000 until she attained majority. However, inspection of the suspect's mobile phone (iPhone) revealed compromising photographs and videos of the minor girl and another unidentified female stored in the 'Recently Deleted' folder, indicating gross sexual exploitation under the guise of employment, the official said. On being shown this evidence, Tanna was forced to admit that a second minor girl had been kept at his rented accommodation near Salugara, Siliguri. The SSB team immediately got into action and sent the information to the local police and NGO team in Salugara. Help was sought from the police as the area in Salugara was beyond the jurisdiction of the SSB. A police team, accompanied by members of the Kosi Lok Manch, raided the rented flat in Salugara in Siliguri and successfully rescued the second minor girl, the official said. Both rescued minors were taken to Kharibari Rural Hospital, where mandatory medical examinations were conducted in coordination with 41 Bn SSB personnel and the NGO team members. Subsequently, the girls, along with Tanna and Kumar, as well as the seized vehicle, were handed over to the Kharibari Police Station. An FIR was registered with the active assistance and coordination of 41 Bn SSB personnel for further investigation and prosecution under relevant statutory provisions. The NGO is coordinating with child welfare bodies for safe institutional care, counselling, and family repatriation of the two minors. Senior officials have appreciated the role played by the SSB personnel at Panitanki. It was their alertness and prompt action in coordinating with other agencies that resulted in the rescue of both girls and the arrest of the person behind the racket. Human trafficking is a major issue along the India-Nepal Border. Recently, six girls from Tripura, including three minors, were rescued while being taken to Nepal to work at a dance bar. The SSB has sensitised its troops and has strengthened intelligence gathering to prevent such crimes. It also works with NGOs working in this field to help the innocent victims.
Kerala Woman Arrested in Gujarat for
A 46-year-old woman from Kerala was arrested in Surat for her role in a 13.10 lakh online investment scam. Kerala Woman Arrested in Gujarat for 13.10 Lakh Online Investment Fraud
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India Hosts BRICS Traditional Sports Demonstration Games
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games 2026 in Ahmedabad, emphasising the role of traditional sports in reflecting cultural identity and fostering international cooperation. The one-day event, hosted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, brought together delegations from BRICS and partner countries to showcase indigenous sporting practices like Mallakhamb, Yogasana, and Kalaripayattu from India, alongside Wushu from China and Sambo from Russia. Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi also highlighted India's rich sporting heritage and proposed initiatives for global promotion and preservation of traditional sports.
Ranji Trophy: Deshpande's Hat-trick Wrecks Chandigarh, Jadeja Slams Century For Saurashtra
Ranji Trophy Elite Division: Mumbai pacer Tushar Deshpande took a hat-trick and a five-wicket haul as Chandigarh were bundled out for 78 on Day Two of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Monday. Deshpande tore through the top order to pick 5-17, and Mohit Avasthi backed him with figures of 3-9. Mumbai, who had made 429 on the back of half-centuries from Tanush Kotian and Avasthi, enforced the follow-on, and Deshpande struck again in the second innings to leave Chandigarh at 0/1. Veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, resuming on 72, scored 102 off 209 balls with seven fours as Saurashtra, who began the day on 308/4, were bowled out for 392 in 110.4 overs against Chhattisgarh in an Elite Group B clash at Rajkot. Jadeja fell to his former state-mate Dharmendrasinh Jadeja, who took 2-106 in 25.4 overs. Prerak Mankad went on to make 129 off 150 balls with 15 fours and a six, after starting the day on 92. Dev Aditya Singh was the pick of the Chhattisgarh bowlers with 5-67 in 24 overs, four of them maidens. Chhattisgarh were 122/3 in 55 overs at stumps. Anuj Tiwary was unbeaten on 72 and Mayank Verma on 32, with Ayush Pandey out for 13. Captain Jaydev Unadkat, Chetan Sakariya and Chirag Jani took a wicket each. Elsewhere, in the Elite Group A clash in Nagpur, Vidarbha captain Akshay Wadkar was dismissed two short of a maiden first-class double hundred, and his side finished on 428 against Puducherry after Yash Rathod hit 134 earlier in the day, with the visitors reaching 102/1 at stumps. In Goa, Atit Sheth was bowled for 99 as Baroda declared on 472/8 against Goa, who reached 5/1 at stumps. In Rajgir, Uttar Pradesh were bowled out for 540 against Bihar, with Aaradhya Yadav and Zeeshan Ansari scoring fifties after Madhav Kaushik (150) and Rinku Singh (112) fell. In Kalyani, West Bengal, Sudip Kumar Gharami (122 not out) and Abishek Porel (114 not out) hit centuries each and are unbroken in a 199-run stand as Bengal reached 304/3 against Delhi at Kalyani and have their lead currently at 64 runs. Jharkhand were bowled out for 587 against Kerala in Jamshedpur, with Aditya Singh's 147 and captain Virat Singh's 108 being strong contributions. Assam captain Denish Das (103) and Sibsankar Roy (143) also hit tons against Punjab in New Chandigarh, and Assam were bowled out for 373. For Punjab, veteran pacer Umesh Yadav took 5-70. In Ahmedabad, Gujarat's Vedant Trivedi (94 not out) and Aarya Desai (94) responded strongly to Baroda's 324 and took the hosts to 205/2 at stumps. In Vijayawada, SV Rahul, two days after turning 19, made a hundred on his first-class debut and shared a 202-run stand with wicketkeeper Revanth Reddy (97) that gave Andhra a 57-run lead over Karnataka, after ending day two at 331/6. Akash Vasisht's unbeaten 113 revived Himachal Pradesh, who had been 119/7, against Haryana and took them to 253. In reply, Haryana reached 178/4 in 46 overs and trailed by 75 runs, with Yashvardhan Dalal unbeaten on 69. Narayan Jagadeesan (55) and Pradosh Ranjan Paul (58) put on 104 for Tamil Nadu against Rajasthan, as they reached 167/4 and trailed by 196 runs. Rajasthan had been bowled out for 363, losing five wickets for 16 after Mahipal Lomror hit 66. B. Sai Sudharsan had gone down while fielding, and though he came out to bat, he made just three. Uttarakhand need 18 runs to match Railways' score of 78, with Avneesh Sudha unbeaten on 75. Tripura offspinner Sandip Sarkar took eight wickets in a 41.2-over spell, but Hyderabad still lead by 160 runs and need three wickets to move closer to an innings win. Fast bowler Avesh Khan's three wickets helped Madhya Pradesh bowl out defending champions Jammu and Kashmir for 120 to take a 76-run first-innings lead. But MP ended day twos play in Srinagar at 59/4, and are ahead by 135 runs overall, with fast-bowling all-rounder Auqib Nabis late strikes keeping the hosts in the contest. Uttarakhand need 18 runs to match Railways' score of 78, with Avneesh Sudha unbeaten on 75. Tripura offspinner Sandip Sarkar took eight wickets in a 41.2-over spell, but Hyderabad still lead by 160 runs and need three wickets to move closer to an innings win. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Piyush Goyal calls for doubling India-UK bilateral trade by 2030
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 12 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday called upon businesses in India and the United Kingdom to translate the opportunities created by the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) into expanded trade, investment, partnerships, and job creation. Addressing the 16th Session of the India-UK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO), he said the two countries should aim to double bilateral trade by 2030 and make the India-UK Vision 2035 a framework for greater economic ambition and cooperation. Goyal said the comprehensive economic and trade agreement (CETA) between the two countries marks a major milestone, providing zero-duty access in the United Kingdom market for most Indian exports while opening up significant opportunities for UK exporters across sectors. The agreement has also opened up new opportunities in services. He added that the Social Security Double Contribution Convention could further benefit both economies through the supply of services at competitive prices and improved profitability. India and the UK were complementary economies with considerable potential to expand existing trade, develop new export opportunities and diversify the range of products exchanged, he said. Highlighting the existing trade complementarities, the minister noted that India was a major exporter of smartphones, pharmaceutical products, jewellery, textiles, leather goods, rice and certain agricultural products, iron and non-alloy steel, machinery parts, and auto components. On the UK side, he identified potential in the supply of products across the petroleum value chain, technology products in electronics and electrical equipment, medicaments, motor cars and Scotch whisky. Setting out five priority areas for India-UK cooperation, Goyal said infrastructure and clean energy offered opportunities in project development, renewable energy, transmission lines, and utility financing to support sustainable growth in both countries. The second area was advanced manufacturing and resilient supply chains, particularly in electric vehicles, batteries, electronics, and precision engineering. He said cooperation should help build competitive manufacturing ecosystems, strengthen supply-chain resilience and enhance confidence between the two trusted partners. The third priority was technology and innovation. He called for stronger links between educational and research institutions, technology companies and start-ups, alongside greater research and development cooperation. He highlighted opportunities for collaboration in semiconductors, quantum computing and artificial intelligence. The fourth area was financial services, where he called for greater collaboration between the City of London and GIFT City in Gujarat's Gandhinagar. He identified fintech, insurance, cross-border payments, transition finance and trade finance as areas for cooperation, adding that the two financial centres should work towards becoming a connected pathway to greater progress and prosperity. The fifth area was healthcare and consumer sectors. Goyal highlighted opportunities in generic pharmaceuticals on the Indian side and branded and innovative pharmaceutical products on the UK side, as well as diagnostics, food processing and consumer goods. Addressing the session, the UK's Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, said that the conclusion of CETA marked the beginning of a sustained and practical dialogue between governments and businesses on both sides. With CETA having been in force for almost 100 days, he said there were encouraging signs of businesses in both countries beginning to use the agreement and explore new opportunities across advanced manufacturing, clean energy, life sciences, technology, services and creative industries. He emphasised that the agreements success would depend on businesses using it to expand exports, investment and partnerships.
BRICS Games in Ahmedabad put traditional sports in focus; India proposes shared repository
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 12 (IANS) India has proposed a voluntary repository of traditional and indigenous sports, exchanges among coaches and researchers, and periodic demonstrations at future BRICS sporting events to preserve sporting traditions and strengthen cooperation among member countries. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya made the proposals while inaugurating the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Demonstration Games 2026 at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in the Naranpura area of Ahmedabad on Monday. Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi was also present at the event, which brought together country delegations, athletes, practitioners, technical officials and partner institutions from 10 BRICS nations. Mandaviya said the proposed repository could document the history, cultural significance, rules, equipment and playing requirements of traditional sports, helping preserve knowledge associated with different communities. BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Games provide a platform to showcase not only how a sport is played, but also the history, values and cultural context that make each tradition unique, he said, outlining the three areas of cooperation. The second proposal involves exchanges among practitioners, coaches, researchers, educational institutions and cultural experts across BRICS countries. The third calls for exploring regular demonstrations of traditional and indigenous sports at future BRICS sporting events. Addressing representatives of the participating countries, Mandaviya said India was placing sport at the centre of nation-building through investment in infrastructure and a broader approach to developing athletes. India is placing sport at the centre of nation-building. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is transforming its sporting ecosystem by creating opportunities from the playground to the podium, he said. He said the country's approach covered grassroots participation, talent identification, coaching, sports science, infrastructure development, athlete welfare and international exposure. Mandaviya also said nearly 3.76 billion US dollars had been committed under the 'Khelo India' initiative to support this transformation. The minister highlighted the Fit India Movement as part of efforts to make physical activity a regular part of daily life. The 'Sundays on Cycle' campaign had brought more than five million people together for cycling across over three lakh locations every Sunday. 94 editions of the campaign had been held across India, he said. The event featured demonstrations of traditional sporting practices from Belarus, Bolivia, Brazil, China, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Russia, South Africa and the United Arab Emirates. Belarus and Russia showcased Gorodki, while Russia also presented Sambo. Bolivia demonstrated Lucha de Cholitas, Tinku, Rayuela, Trompo, Cachinas and Carrera de Sacos. Brazil presented Zarabatana, an indigenous blowpipe activity, Corrida de Toras or log racing, Brazilian para-Jiu-jitsu and Capoeira. China showcased Wushu, Lion Dance and Health Qigong, while India's demonstrations included Mallakhamb, Yogasana and Kalaripayattu. Iran presented Zoorkhaneh, Haft Sang and Ghanieh; Kazakhstan demonstrated Asyk Atu, Togyzkumalak and Qazaq Kuresi; South Africa presented Kgati and Iintonga; and the United Arab Emirates showcased Al Tabbah. The demonstrations were accompanied by cultural presentations and activities involving the audience. Participating teams were felicitated at the conclusion of the programme. The event provided a platform for the participating countries to present the cultural and historical context of their traditional sports, with an emphasis on preserving community knowledge, expanding inclusive participation and strengthening people-to-people ties through sport.
Nine ITIs in Surat, Visakhapatnam to be upgraded with 440 cr investment
The Centre, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh have partnered AM/NS India to modernise nine government ITIs under PM-SETU, with a focus on industry-linked training and infrastructure
Gujarat govt clears incentives for 25 industrial units with Rs 3,903 crore investment
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 12 (IANS) Gujarat has approved final eligibility certificates for 25 industrial units seeking incentives under two state industrial policies, covering proposed investments of Rs 3,903.30 crore and expected to generate more than 8,178 employment opportunities. The approvals were granted at a high-level committee meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, according to a statement issued by the state Industries and Mines Department on Monday. Of the 25 units, 22 have been approved for investments worth Rs 1,631.90 crore under the Industrial Policy-2015. The remaining three large industrial units have received final approval for investments totalling Rs 2,271.40 crore under the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme-2022. The units are spread across Ahmedabad, Morbi, Bharuch, Kutch, Vadodara, Mehsana, Kheda and Surendranagar districts. They operate in sectors including automobiles, textiles, plastics, paper, chemicals, ceramics and metals. The state government provides financial incentives to eligible industrial units under the two policies, including assistance linked to net state goods and services tax (SGST), interest subsidies and reimbursement of employees' provident fund (EPF) contributions. The latest approvals cover both large industrial projects and smaller enterprises, with the government seeking to support investment across different segments of the state's industrial sector. The department said the incentive framework was intended to promote industrial development, encourage investment and support the growth of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) alongside larger industries. The approvals come as Gujarat continues to use policy-linked financial assistance to attract industrial investment across its districts and manufacturing sectors. The department said the projects covered by the latest decisions were expected to create approximately 8,178 jobs.
Gujarati in city keep cultural tradition alive through garba
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday said in a press conference that the state had been connected more strongly to the country's development stream during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12 years in power at the Centre. He listed gains in housing, health, women's empowerment, bridges, airports and flood control, and said work on a flood-control plan for Bihar's rivers was under way. Referring to Modi's swearing-in as Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001. Choudhary said that over 25 years the Prime Minister had put ation first, citizen first ahead of the post he held. Choudhary said, October 7 reminds us that the public's trust is the greatest strength in a democracy, and that the journey of public service moves forward through constant dialogue, accountability and commitment to the national interest. Choudhary said Modi accepted the responsibility of leading the nation in 2014 as a Pradhan Sevak and not as a right to power. Every decision of governance is driven...
Sr Men Hockey Nationals: Kerala, Jharkhand held to draw; Rajasthan beat Gujarat 6-2 on Day 3
Digital Desk | Jhansi, Oct 12 (IANS) Two draws in Division B and a last-quarter turnaround in Division C, where Bihar (BSSA) edged past Hockey Andhra Pradesh, were the highlights of Day 3 in the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2026 in Jhansi. The day also saw Rajasthan and Mizoram record victories. The two matches in Division B produced draws, with Kerala Hockey held by Chhattisgarh in Pool A while Hockey Jharkhand and Telangana Hockey were locked 1-1 at the end of the game. Kerala, beaten 0-9 by Odisha on Day 2, fought back to earn a point. Anoop Kumar Maurya put Kerala ahead with a field goal in the 29th minute. Chhattisgarh equalised through captain Sandeep Kumars penalty corner in the 45th minute and went ahead when Sonu Nishad scored from open play in the 48th. Sandeep Yadav converted a penalty corner in the 59th minute to level the match. In the Pool B clash, Dilbar Barla gave Jharkhand the lead with a penalty corner in the 26th minute. Telangana captain Shiva Kumar Shivangi equalised from a penalty corner in the 56th minute. Jharkhand are unbeaten after a 4-1 win over Goa on Day 2, and Telangana picked up their first point after losing to Arunachal on Day 1. In Division C, Bihar (BSSA) prevailed over Hockey Andhra Pradesh 4-3 in a Pool B match. Andhra Pradesh, 8-0 winners on Day 1, led twice through Metta Sai Kumars penalty corners (11', 38') and a field goal from captain Lekkala Hitesh Rao (25'). Bihar replied through Jony Kumars penalty corner (26') and Md Sidiks penalty corner (29') to level at 2-2 and 3-3 after Jony scored a field goal in the 43rd minute. Jony completed his hat-trick and scored the winner with a penalty stroke in the 53rd minute. It was Bihars first win of the championship after their 2-3 loss to Rajasthan on Day 1. In a Pool B match in the same division, Hockey Rajasthan defeated Hockey Gujarat 6-2 on Day 3. Prathambhai Patel put Gujarat ahead in the 8th minute, but Kunal Koundal equalised with a penalty corner in the 22nd. Rajasthan scored three times in the third quarter through Pawan Kumar Yadav (36', 39') and Ankit Rawat (42'), and Rawat added another in the 48th minute. Patel pulled one back for Gujarat in the 54th minute, and Rawat completed his hat-trick on the stroke of full time (60'). Rajasthan have now won both of their matches. In a Pool A match in the same division, Hockey Mizoram edged Hockey Jammu & Kashmir 2-1. Captain Karanjit Singh gave J&K the lead in the 9th minute. Dharmendra Pal turned the match with two penalty corners in the 15th and 28th minutes, and Mizoram defended the lead for the rest of the game. Mizoram bounced back from their 2-4 loss to Himachal on Day 2, and J&K lost for the first time after their 6-3 opening win.
Maha CM accuses Rahul Gandhi, INDIA bloc of trying to weaken judiciary through protests
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday launched a scathing attack on Lok Sabha Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi and the INDIA bloc, accusing them of executing a deliberate strategy to pressure and delegitimize India's constitutional institutions, including the Supreme Court, the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The Chief Ministers strong reaction came as INDIA bloc leaders, led by Rahul Gandhi, staged a high-voltage march in New Delhi towards the Supreme Court. The opposition leaders are demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah of subverting electoral integrity and obbing the nation. CM Fadnavis criticised the opposition for brandishing copies of the Constitution while systematically undermining constitutional bodies. He alleged that the current protests are part of an extreme far-left plot designed to reject Dr B R Ambedkars Constitution and breed public distrust against democratic systems. Questioning the rationale behind marching to the apex court to force a meeting with the Chief Justice of India (CJI), CM Fadnavis asked, Which section of the Constitution empowers a political march to demand an audience with the Chief Justice of India? Attempting to exert pressure on the Supreme Court is a direct insult to Dr Ambedkar's Constitution. Drawing a sharp contrast, he invoked the 1975 Emergency imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He highlighted how the Congress regime then suspended fundamental rights and restricted citizens from approaching High Courts and the Supreme Court. We fought against constitutional tampering in 1975, and we will fight again today. We will never allow anyone to alter or tamper with Dr B R Ambedkar's Constitution, he declared. CM Fadnavis asserted that Congress's repeated electoral failures have driven it to resort to anarchy. He also pointed to instances during past agitations at Jantar Mantar, where social media algorithms were manipulated to spread chaos, noting that platforms like Meta later issued apologies over ad-driven content and missteps involving Prime Minister Modi's posts. He stated that Congress needs to stop blaming Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) for its political setbacks and instead look inward at its failed leadership. Congress needs to find the reasons for its failure not in EVMs, but in its own leadership. This is a rejected leadership that is repeatedly re-launched, only to fail every time, he noted. Emphasising Congresss declining footprint, CM Fadnavis noted that key states across the nation have rejected the party for decades, including Tamil Nadu: 59 years, West Bengal: 50 years, Uttar Pradesh: 46 years, Sikkim: 42 years, Bihar: 36 years, Tripura: 33 years, Gujarat: 31 years and Madhya Pradesh & Odisha: 23+ years. He added that across 18 states, voters have distanced themselves from Congress for decades, forcing the party to rely heavily on regional partners like the DMK, RJD, and BSP to survive. He accused the opposition of systematically trying to instill distrust in the public mind regarding democratic institutions and the rule of law.
AM/NS India signs Shareholders Agreement to upgrade five Government ITIs in Gujarat under PM-SETU
Surat (Gujarat) [India], October 12: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), a joint venture between ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel, has signed a Shareholders Agreement (SHA) with the Government of India
WPL 2027: Tara Norris Traded To Mumbai Indians From UP Warriorz
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Tara Norris, the left-arm pacer from the USA, has been traded to the Mumbai Indians (MI) from UP Warriorz (UPW) for the upcoming Womens Premier League (WPL) 2027, which will be held from January 14 to February 7, 2027. Tara, who was previously part of MI London, will join the Mumbai Indians for WPL 2027 at her existing fee of Rs 10 Lakh. Mumbai Indians have completed their first-ever trade in the Womens Premier League, bringing USA international and left-arm pacer Tara Norris into the team. Having previously been part of MI London, Norris now joins Mumbai Indians WPL squad, bringing her experience across the global T20 game to the team, MI said in a release. UPW, who finished at the bottom of the WPL 2026 points table, executed a sweeping squad cleanup on the retention deadline day last month by parting ways with international players Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, and Amy Jones, alongside domestic names like Kiran Navgire, Shweta Sehrawat, and India leg-spinner Asha Sobhana. Despite the exits, the franchise has retained an 11-member core that features premier overseas stars in captain Meg Lanning, Phoebe Litchfield, Sophie Ecclestone, and Tara Norris. The retained Indian contingent is headlined by star all-rounder Deepti Sharma, alongside Harleen Deol, Shikha Pandey, Kranti Gaud, Pratika Rawal, Shipra Giri, and Simran Shaikh. The two-time champions said that Norris adds depth and versatility to Mumbai Indians bowling attack as the team builds towards the upcoming WPL 2027 season. Norris made history at the inaugural WPL auction after becoming the first player from the Associate nations to be picked by a franchise. She represented the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the opening season and became the first bowler to register a five-wicket haul in the league. As a left-arm swing bowler, Tara has played for the England Womens Academy, Southern Vipers, Southern Brave, Loughborough Lightning, Sussex, and the USA. The player retention period for the WPL 2027 season officially ended on September 28. Across the five WPL franchises Delhi Capitals (DC), Gujarat Giants (GG), Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and UP Warriorz (UPW) 63 players, including 23 overseas stars, have been retained, ahead of the fifth season of the league. As a left-arm swing bowler, Tara has played for the England Womens Academy, Southern Vipers, Southern Brave, Loughborough Lightning, Sussex, and the USA. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Enjoy The New Gujarati Music Video For 'Maavdi' By Gurdeep Mehndi
Enjoy the latest Gujarati song 'Maavdi' sung by 'Gurdeep Mehndi'. The music for this vibrant track has been composed and produced by 'Gopal Singh', with traditional lyrics. The music video features 'Gurdeep Mehndi' and has been directed and edited by 'Bhautik Nandha'. Blending energetic rhythms with traditional musical elements, 'Maavdi' offers a lively musical experience for Gujarati music lovers. For more Gujarati songs, be sure to visit the music videos section of Gujarati ETimes. Experience the musical prowess of 'Gurdeep Mehndi', new Gujarati songs of 2026, latest Gujarati video songs, traditional Gujarati music and 'Gopal Singh' music.
Sports Minister Mandaviya proposes BRICS repository to preserve traditional and indigenous sports
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 12 (IANS) Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday proposed the creation of a voluntary BRICS repository of traditional and indigenous sports, exchanges among experts and periodic demonstrations at future sporting events to strengthen cooperation among member nations and preserve their sporting heritage. Addressing the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Demonstration Games 2026 at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex in Naranpura, Ahmedabad, Mandaviya said traditional sports could promote cultural understanding, youth development and wider participation while strengthening people-to-people ties among the participating countries. The day-long event brought together athletes, practitioners, officials and delegations from 10 BRICS nations. Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi was also present at the inauguration. Mandaviya outlined Indias efforts to build a sustainable sporting ecosystem, emphasising investment in infrastructure, grassroots participation, talent identification, coaching, sports science and athlete welfare. India is placing sport at the centre of nation-building. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India is transforming its sporting ecosystem by creating opportunities from the playground to the podium. Guided by a comprehensive 360-degree approach, including grassroots participation, talent identification, coaching, sports science, infrastructure development, athlete welfare and international exposure, India is building a sustainable sporting ecosystem for the future. To support this transformation, we have committed nearly 3.76 billion US dollars as part of our Khelo India initiative, said Mandaviya. Turning to cooperation among BRICS members, Mandaviya said traditional games represented more than sporting competition, carrying the history, values and cultural identities of the communities that practise them. BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Games provide a platform to showcase not only how a sport is played, but also the history, values and cultural context that make each tradition unique. As we take this initiative forward, India proposes three practical areas of cooperation, he added. First, we should work towards creating a voluntary BRICS Repository of Traditional and Indigenous Sports, documenting their history, cultural significance, rules, equipment and field-of-play requirements. Second, we should encourage exchanges among practitioners, coaches, researchers, educational institutions and cultural experts across BRICS countries. Third, we should explore the periodic demonstration of traditional and indigenous sports at future BRICS sporting events, continued the Union Sports Minister. Mandaviya also highlighted Indias efforts to make fitness a part of everyday life through the Fit India Movement and community-based initiatives. Through the Fit India Movement, we are promoting fitness as a way of life. Our Sundays on Cycle campaign has seen tremendous success with more than 5 million people coming to cycle across more than 3 lakh locations every Sunday. So far, 94 editions of the Sundays on Cycle have been conducted across India. The demonstrations offered participating nations an opportunity to showcase the diversity of their sporting traditions. India presented Mallakhamb, Yogasana and Kalaripayattu, while China showcased Wushu, Lion Dance and Health Qigong. Brazil featured Capoeira, an indigenous blowpipe demonstration and a log race, alongside Brazilian Para-Jiu-jitsu. Other presentations included Gorodki from Belarus and Russia, Lucha de Cholitas and several traditional games from Bolivia, Zoorkhaneh from Iran, Qazaq Kuresi and Asyk Atu from Kazakhstan, Kgati and Iintonga from South Africa, and Al Tabbah from the United Arab Emirates. Iran also presented Haft Sang and Ghanieh, while Kazakhstan showcased Togyzkumalak. Cultural performances and audience-engagement activities accompanied the sporting demonstrations, with participating teams felicitated at the conclusion of the programme. The event gave BRICS nations a platform to exchange knowledge about traditional sports and their cultural significance, while highlighting the potential of indigenous sporting practices to encourage inclusive participation and strengthen international cooperation.
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