Heatwave in Gujarat: Gujarat is the hottest region in the country right now with temperatures in Rajkot reaching 42 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued a heatwave alert for the state and said such weather conditions would persist till March 13. On the other hand, Ahmedabad recorded 41.4 degrees Celsius. Large parts of Gujarat have been experiencing extreme hot temperatures and residents have been advised to take necessary precautions.
1,789 to get scholarships worth 95L this year
Infant from Canada survives rare kidney-heart crisis in Vadodara
MSU law student ranks 1st in GJS exam
After 14 years in shelter, woman gets married in Vadodara
Family carries woman in labour for 1km
29 passengers injured as bus falls off highway near Dahod
Unaccounted stock found at gas agency in Godhra
India deplores attack on Thai ship bound for Gujarat port
Says intensity of such strikes on commercial shipping in Strait of Hormuz seems to be increasing.
IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans name Vijay Dahiya as Assistant Coach
Gujarat Titans have appointed Vijay Dahiya as Assistant Coach for the upcoming IPL 2026 season. This move strengthens their coaching staff. Dahiya brings extensive experience from his playing and coaching careers. The IPL 2026 season will begin on March 28, 2026. The first phase schedule has been announced by the BCCI.
Annual toll collections have climbed steadily from 3,179 crore in FY21 to 4,975 crore in FY25
India has condemned attacks on commercial shipping in West Asia. A Thai cargo vessel, the Mayuree Naree, bound for India's Kandla port, was struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that precious lives, including Indian citizens, have been lost in similar incidents. The intensity of these attacks is increasing.
Lioness kills five-year-old boy in Gujarats Amreli
After villagers raise alarm, lioness abandons injured child and flees into the surrounding area
Harsh Goenka shares hilarious post on how an Indian guy got a contract from Donald Trump
Industrialist Harsh Goenka shared a witty post about an Indian contractor outsmarting competitors for a White House painting job. The joke led to a comment linking the contractor to Gujarat. This comes amid reports of Donald Trump announcing Reliance Industries' partnership in a massive new oil refinery project in Texas.
RCB To Host Sunrisers Hyderabad In Opener As IPL 2026 To Commence On March 28
TATA Indian Premier League: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday announced the schedule for the first phase of the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, to be played from March 28 to April 12, 2026. As three states are scheduled to undergo State Assembly elections during this period, the full schedule of the tournament will be announced once the poll dates are announced, BCCI said in a statement. The 19th edition of the biggest T20 league on the globe will commence with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) hosting Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. A total of 20 matches will be played across 10 venues: Bengaluru, Mumbai, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad. During this period, the tournament will feature four double-headers, with the afternoon matches beginning at 03:30 PM IST and the evening matches commencing at 07:30 PM IST. Following the opening encounter on Saturday, Mumbai Indians will take on Kolkata Knight Riders at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Sunday. The first double-header of the season will take place on April 4, 2026, when Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians in the afternoon match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, followed by Gujarat Titans taking on Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Rajasthan Royals will begin their home campaign in Guwahati, where they will host Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians. Punjab Kings (PBKS), meanwhile, will play their early home fixtures at the PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh. The first double-header of the season will take place on April 4, 2026, when Delhi Capitals face Mumbai Indians in the afternoon match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, followed by Gujarat Titans taking on Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Also Read: Live Cricket Score BCCI also said that The matches scheduled in Bengaluru are subject to clearance from the Expert Committee constituted by the Government of Karnataka. The committee will conduct a meeting and inspection of the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on March 13, 2026, during which a full-scale mock demonstration of match-day arrangements will be carried out to assess the stadiums preparedness for hosting IPL matches. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Schedule: GT set for four matches in opening phase; start with PBKS clash
Gujarat Titans Indian Premier League 2026 Full Schedule: The Gujarat Titans have revealed their initial IPL 2026 fixtures. The team aims to secure another championship. They have retained a strong squad, including Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, and Sai Sudharsan. Matthew Hayden joins as batting coach. The BCCI is releasing the schedule in two phases due to upcoming elections.
RCB To Host SRH In IPL 2026 Opener On March 28: Report
Indian Premier League: The first phase of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 will see defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the season opener at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, March 28, a report said. Five-time champions Mumbai Indians will start their campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on March 29. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings will open their season against Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. This matchup adds an early highlight to the schedule as two of the leagues most popular teams go head-to-head. According to a report by The Indian Express, the league has released the fixtures for the first 20 matches. The rest of the schedule is expected to be announced later. The opening phase promises several exciting contests as teams aim to gain early momentum in their quest for the playoffs. Last seasons runner ups, Punjab Kings, will begin their campaign against Gujarat Titans in Mullanpur. Lucknow Super Giants will host Delhi Capitals in Lucknow on April 1. The first phase also includes several key matchups, such as Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Chennai Super Kings on April 5 in Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 12 in Mumbai. According to a report by The Indian Express, the league has released the fixtures for the first 20 matches. The rest of the schedule is expected to be announced later. The opening phase promises several exciting contests as teams aim to gain early momentum in their quest for the playoffs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The schedule also features several high-profile matchups. Bengaluru will host Chennai on April 5, and Mumbai will welcome Bengaluru on April 12. The first phase schedule of the IPL 2026 will be announced on Wednesday at 7:00 PM IST on the Star Sports Network and JioHotstar. Article Source: IANS
Force 3 shoot halted as a massive crowd disrupts
'Force 3' fans disrupt Gujarat shoot as Harshvardhan Rane and John Abraham face crowd chaos days into filming. Rane shared video of calming fans, apologized to crew via Instagram after pooja launch. Action-thriller (Vipul Shah, Bhav Dhulia) eyes 2027 release; third Force installment.
Gujarati edge: Decoding the business instinct
Gujaratis exhibit an exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, deeply rooted in their history and culture, contributing significantly to India's GDP and industrial output. This success stems from a normalised approach to risk and failure, optimised frugality, a powerful diaspora network, and a strong preference for ownership, all contributing to their enduring business acumen.
Indian Team Kept The Belief Going That Abhishek Will Come Good One Day, Says Kotak
T20 World Cup: India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak credited the teams culture and unwavering belief in ensuring that Abhishek Sharma would come good one day during their successful 2026 Mens T20 World Cup 2026 campaign after enduring a difficult start to the competition. Abhishek, the swashbuckling top-ranked T20I batter, struggled to get going in the tournament, especially after suffering from a stomach infection. He scored just one fifty and bagged three ducks before shining in the title clash against New Zealand in Ahmedabad, by hitting 52 off 21 balls, including notching up his fifty off just 18 deliveries. Regarding Abhishek, that boy is mentally very tough. But he used to smile even if things werent going well for him. He got sick at the start of the tournament and did not get a run in four league matches. He was under pressure, but against Zimbabwe, I felt that he was trying to hit the ball hard because of his lack of form. So it was fixed by everyone that they would do their best for keeping him in a happy space. We also kept that belief going in him that he will come good one day. Like, he scored that fifty against Zimbabwe in Chennai. Though in the match against England, he did not make big runs again, but he scored crucial runs in the final. So the combination of the team and everyone's faith, that was supremely good for him, Kotak told IANS in an exclusive conversation. He also explained how he and the Indian team management managed the delicate balance of providing technical inputs without overloading a struggling player like Abhishek and keeping him in a happy space at the same time. All of us in the team kept him confident and we kept saying to him, Tu karega (You will come good). The little bit of changes were made for him both technically and tactically in terms of getting back to being among runs -for example, making more use of the crease. Then Gautam used to give some inputs as everyone used to bowl to him outside the off-stump. So technical inputs and tactically what I felt was necessary for him to click was also made. There was everyone's contribution in this and keeping him confident was also the key. In coaching, you cannot do that you have to give a batter a lot of information in order to boost his confidence. Its because if one does that, then he will feel I have a fault here and there. Har jagah fault hi fault hai (I can see faults everywhere). You cannot do that and we all handled that well and passed on the messages too. Eventually, it went very well, by the grace of God, he elaborated. The batting coach also lauded wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan for making a successful return to the national set-up after a hiatus of nearly two years. Drafted at the expense of Shubman Gill from the T20Is against New Zealand in January with an eye to maximise batting power-play, Kishan went on to amass 317 runs and became Indias second-highest run-scorer in the tournament after Sanju Samson. It was such a big tournament for Ishan - almost two years later, he came back and was amazing. This boy has been with me for a long time. After being under me for Gujarat Lions in the IPL, I have seen him play two-three good innings in domestic games against Saurashtra in Rajkot and Delhi. In 2019, when I became India A's head coach, he was again with me for five series. I would meet him whenever he came to NCA (now CoE). I know him well and I have seen his tough times - when he came back from South Africa in 2023 and he was not in the team. But he is a lovely player - he is someone who is very lively, he said. Kotak further noted a visible evolution in the wicketkeeper-batters temperament, while admitting that the humour element he and Abhishek bring to the team is much-needed. I also noted that as compared to the time in the past, a lot of maturity has come into him. He laughs a lot and is funny and keeps everyone happy. Characters like him and Abhishek are very funny and it is important to have people like them as with pressure around all the time, dimaag phat jayega (the brain will break down). I am so happy for Ishan because this was his comeback run and the way he has performed, it was just outstanding. You can see all of his innings - the way he has played, he truly gave it all for the team, he said. With Samson slotting in to break the left-handed monotony, Tilak Varma went from being a proven top-order batter to hitting explosive cameos in the middle-order for maintaining momentum, something which Kotak was quick to appreciate. Regarding Tilak coming good at five, we had to bring in a right-handed batter early on, as the leftie batters were being dismissed by off-spinners. With Ishan at three and Surya at four, and Tilak had to slot in at number five. Tilak is a kind of player who will play according to the teams needs at any number. There was no tension as such from Tilak and everyone, as they would say, Any number you tell us to bat at, we will fulfill the teams needs and do the job well, he said. Beyond individual performances, Kotak highlighted the batting group's collective selflessness by citing skipper Suryakumar Yadav's willingness to push Shivam Dube ahead of himself in the semi-final against England in Mumbai which in his view was emblematic of what sets a world champion winning team apart from other sides. Its the same for all the players. Even Surya sacrificed his own position in the batting order. Then Shivam and Hardik contributed so well and Tilak also played so well. In all, everyone in the batting group made their contributions. The batting group is just like this and you can see in the semi-final, Surya sent Shivam ahead of himself. In a way, for the teams good, it was a sacrifice. Otherwise he could have thought, I can also make runs for the team. I had been the number one T20I batter and why should I send anyone ahead? But it was not like that. He was also thinking about the team and it was very good to see that. That is why I think when a team becomes world champion, their sacrifice, taking all factors into consideration and team first attitude all these things matter, he elaborated. Kotak also reserved high praise for Shivam Dube, who amassed 235 runs in nine matches at an average of 39.16 and an impressive strike rate of 169.06. More than the numbers, Dubes cameos in both the semi-final and the final helped India post totals exceeding 250. The impact of Shivam was also very big. Look at the final - he made 26 runs in eight balls. In the semifinal, he chipped in with 43. He is a different level player now. In fact, all of them have their own beauty as batters. They play their own roles very well and according to the needs of the team. Kotak also reserved high praise for Shivam Dube, who amassed 235 runs in nine matches at an average of 39.16 and an impressive strike rate of 169.06. More than the numbers, Dubes cameos in both the semi-final and the final helped India post totals exceeding 250. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In both the semifinal and final, we posted totals above 250 runs. We have seen ups and downs in the competition, but they did well and were outstanding with the bat. We are so happy for our country that we won the World Cup in India. Article Source: IANS
Odisha retains No.1 position in the NITI Aayogs fiscal health index 2026
NITI Aayog released its 2026 Fiscal Health Index for 2023-24. Odisha, Goa, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chattisgarh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh lead the top 10 fiscally-wise states. Arunachal Pradesh topped the north-eastern and Himalayan states category. The report suggests prioritizing infrastructure, health, and education for growth.
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Force 3: Fans disrupt John Abraham and Harshvardhan Rane`s Gujarat shoot
As John Abraham and Harshvardhan Rane kicked off their Gujarat schedule of Force 3, excited fans recently disrupted the shoot, leading to chaos. However, the situation was brought under control and the team resumed filming
Gujarat To US: Bhadresh Patel, Among FBI's Most Wanted for Killing Wife
With a reward of $1 million on any information on him, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has ramped up the search for Gujarat native Bhadreshkumar Chetanbhai Patel, wanted for his wife's murder in the US.
Adani Sportsline has appointed Randhir Singh Sehrawat as the new head coach for Gujarat Giants. Sehrawat, a seasoned kabaddi coach, brings extensive experience to the Pro Kabaddi League. He aims to guide the Gujarat Giants to a championship title in the upcoming season. His appointment signals a strong focus on building a competitive team for the next PKL season.
Google Announces New Built-In AI Features To Chrome In India; Adds Support For 8 Indic Languages
New Delhi, Mar 11: Google on Wednesday announced built-in AI features integration to Chrome for users across India, a move it said would make the browsing experience more intuitive, secure and helpful for users. As part of this, Google said it is rolling out support for over 50 languages, including several Indic languages Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu, and Tamil. Google today announced it is bringing many of Chromes latest AI features, including Gemini in Chrome, to [] The post Google Announces New Built-In AI Features To Chrome In India; Adds Support For 8 Indic Languages appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Borosil to set up new glassware manufacturing facility in Gujarat, expand furnace capacity in Jaipur
The company will invest 42 crore to establish the new facility in Bharuch
Google brings Gemini in Chrome to India
As part of the rollout, Gemini will support languages including Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu, and Tamil.
Email hoaxes trigger evacuations at university and post office
Rare blue-and-white flycatcher spotted on Pavagadh Hill
Police nab suspect with 768g of ambergris
Gujarat government earmarks Rs 1,331 crore for sports; to make Ahmedabad 'Olympic-ready' city
Participating in a discussion on the budgetary demands of the Sports, Youth and Cultural Activities Department, he noted that the total allocation for the department exceeding Rs 2,000 crore reflects the BJP government's strong commitment to building Olympic-level sports infrastructure and nurturing youth talent.
Gujarat Assembly Debate On T20 Final Tickets Sees Divergent Views
Aam Aadmi Party MLA Gopal: The Gujarat Assembly, on Tuesday, witnessed a heated discussion over the T20 World Cup final tickets over the past two days, drawing attention from both ruling and Opposition legislators in the state. BJP MLA Arvind Patel raised concerns about not being able to secure tickets for the India vs New Zealand final held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8. Responding in the House, a state Minister assured that arrangements would be made for legislators in the event of any future final matches. Clarifying the situation, Congress MLA Imran Khedawala said that while he had worn a Team India jersey and brought a cake to celebrate India's victory on Monday, he immediately cancelled the plan upon learning that a minute of silence had been scheduled in the state Assembly in memory of BJP leader and Umreth MLA Govind Parmar. Not a single Congress MLA had raised any demand for match tickets, unlike Arvind Patel, Khedawala told IANS. Opposition leaders criticised the focus on cricket tickets amid the ongoing public service issues. Aam Aadmi Party MLA Gopal Italia, speaking alongside party legislators Chaitar Vasava, Hemant Khava and Sudhir Vaghani, said: Despite the significant expenditure on the Assembly, including salaries and other costs, the discussion in the House is on tickets for a cricket match final rather than on public concerns. Children are unable to secure school admissions, hospitals lack beds, and many areas have no bus services for the poor. SAAP MLA Italia added, The people of Gujarat should take note of the kind of matters being raised in the State Assembly. The debate comes in the wake of intense demand for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final tickets, which was held on March 8. Police have arrested multiple individuals for selling tickets at inflated prices and warned the public about counterfeit and black-market sales. The debate comes in the wake of intense demand for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final tickets, which was held on March 8. Also Read: Live Cricket Score While the Assembly proceedings are moving in order, the issue of cricket final tickets became a talking point. Article Source: IANS
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has issued multiple recruitment-related updates, including reopening applications for 70 Veterinary Officer posts after amendments to eligibility rules and postponing the scheduled preliminary examination. The commission also released the final answer key for the Assistant Engineer (Electrical) preliminary exam conducted in October 2025. In addition, GPSC announced the eligibility list of candidates shortlisted for interviews for 12 Town Planner posts under the Urban Development and Urban Housing Department.
NTPC Renewable Energy begins power supply from 270-MW unit of Gujarat solar project
NTPC Renewable Energy, a proud member of the NTPC Green Energy family, has officially commenced power generation from a robust 270-megawatt unit. This unit is a vital piece of a larger 1,200-megawatt solar venture flourishing in Gujarat.
Authorities are monitoring RWA functioning in NCR following complaints, while President Murmu urged tax officers to balance enforcement with sensitivity. Gujarat has cut industrial gas use by 50% due to West Asia conflict. In sports, the IPL 2026 schedule will be released soon, and the Gujarat Titans have appointed Matthew Hayden as batting coach.
India's small steelmakers face production cuts amid LNG shortages due to Iran war
Scores of small Indian steel producers are warning of significant production cuts, with some facing a complete halt, due to escalating Middle East conflict disrupting gas supplies. This disruption, coupled with rising coal costs fueled by geopolitical tensions, is severely impacting the margins of these manufacturers, particularly in Gujarat.
Gujarat Reduces Industrial Gas Usage by 50% Amid West Asia Conflict
Government cuts gas supply to industries, especially fertilizer and milk processing, to ensure steady LPG for domestic users amid global supply challenges.
How Judy Frater empowers Gujarat artisans and preserves Indias cultural heritage
At a recent heritage lecture, the American textilearts expert shared how the Rabbari embroidery drew her to India, and the creation of Kala Raksha Vidyalaya, which blends traditional craft knowledge with contemporary design education.
BCCI To Announce IPL 2026 Schedule For First 20 Days By March 12: Saikia
Miraj International Cricket Stadium: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will release the schedule for the first 20 days of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 by March 12, said secretary Devajit Saikia. The 19th edition of the IPL will run from March 28 to May 31, after the initial window was between March 26 and May 30. We plan to announce the IPL 2026 schedule by March 12. For now, we are going to announce the IPL schedule for the first 20 days, Saikia told IANS on Tuesday. It is understood the remainder of the tournaments schedule will come later as the BCCI aims to avoid a clash with assembly elections in West Bengal, Assam and Tamil Nadu. Nevertheless, teams have already begun their pre-season preparations. Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings started their training on March 1 at their High-Performance Centre in Navalur, with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and MS Dhoni among those present. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru held a small preparation camp at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai on February 10, while 2022 champions Gujarat Titans held practice sessions twice at the Miraj International Cricket Stadium in Nathdwara. Nevertheless, teams have already begun their pre-season preparations. Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings started their training on March 1 at their High-Performance Centre in Navalur, with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and MS Dhoni among those present. Also Read: Live Cricket Score 2008 winners Rajasthan Royals are expected to assemble for a practice camp in Jaipur from March 15, while three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders will begin their pre-season camp on March 18. Delhi Capitals recently did one in Hyderabad and are expected to have one in New Delhi, while Lucknow Super Giants had held a preparatory session in Lucknow. Article Source: IANS
West Asia conflict: Gujarat cuts industrial gas use by 50%, domestic LPG supply unaffected
Move aims to to prevent panic and ensure the steady availability of LPG for households, says Minister
Gujarat cuts industrial gas use by 50 pc, domestic LPG supply unaffected
Gujarat has imposed a 50% cut on industrial gas usage and a 40% cut for fertilizer and milk processing due to West Asia conflict concerns. The state government assured uninterrupted domestic LPG distribution, prioritizing household consumption over commercial uses. This measure aims to prevent shortages for domestic kitchens amidst global supply chain disruptions.
Hayden appointed as Gujarat Titans batting coach
This will be Hayden's first coaching stint in the IPL
Gujarat Titans appoint Matthew Hayden as batting coach ahead of IPL 2026
A two-time ODI World Cup winner and one of the most dominant opening batters of his era, Hayden joins the Titans set-up with an illustrious international career and expertise in modern-day T20 batting dynamics
CreditAccess Grameen Advances Inclusive Growth With USD 75 Million Syndicated Social Loan Facility
CreditAccess Grameen Limited (NSE: CREDITACC, BSE: 541770, ‘ CA Grameen ’, or the ‘Company’), the country’s largest Non-Banking Financial Company-Micro Finance Institution (NBFC-MFI), has signed a syndicated social loan facility of USD 75 million, qualifying as an ECB under the automatic route of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). HSBC acted as the Sole Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner for the social loan fund raise, securing participations from HSBC (Gift City), Doha Bank (Qatar), State Bank (Mauritius) Ltd., Bank of China Ltd. (China), and National Development Bank Plc (Sri Lanka). This transaction reinforces CA Grameen’s strong track record of raising international funds through innovative financing solutions. CA Grameen has cemented its position as a frontrunner in the NBFC space by raising funds from global markets in a bid to diversify its liability franchise. With this transaction, the Company has secured over USD 300 million in commitments from global banks, development financial institutions and impact investors in FY 2025-26, strengthening trust and leadership in the microfinance sector. The Company has met over 15% of its borrowing requirements in FY 2025-26 through foreign sources. The proceeds from the facility will be deployed under CA Grameen’s Social Loan Framework, aligned with the Social Loan Principles 2023, ensuring transparency in the use of funds, clearly defined social development goals, and strong governance standards. Sustainalytics provided a second-party opinion, validating the credibility and impact of the Framework. The facility will support eligible social projects, advancing CA Grameen’s mission of inclusive and resilient development across communities. Speaking about the fundraise, Mr. Nilesh Dalvi, Chief Financial Officer, CreditAccess Grameen , said, “ We are pleased to partner with HSBC, having successfully secured offshore financing that further strengthens our global funding reach. The foreign currency borrowings with a tenure of 3–5 years, significantly enhance our asset-liability management (ALM) profile and liquidity position. Our sustained efforts to build strong relationships with leading global lending institutions have enabled us to increase the share of foreign borrowings from 9% to 24% over the past five years, while consistently reducing our incremental cost of funds. This disciplined approach allows us to extend affordable financing solutions to our microfinance customers and deepen our commitment to financial inclusion .” said “ We are delighted to have successfully closed this syndicated financing for CreditAccess Grameen Limited, one of India’s leading NBFC-MFIs. Strong participation from diverse group of lenders underscores market’s confidence in sector’s resilience and company’s robust asset quality and growth strategy. This transaction reflects HSBC’s leadership position in Indian NBFC space, as well as our strong structuring & distribution capabilities .” About CreditAccess Grameen Limited CreditAccess Grameen Limited is a leading Indian microfinance institution headquartered in Bengaluru, focused on providing micro-loans and retail lending solutions to women customers predominantly in rural areas across India. The Company is now operating across 450 districts in 16 states (Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh & West Bengal) and one union territory (Puducherry) through 2,222 branches. The Company’s Promoter is CreditAccess India B.V., a multinational company specializing in micro and small enterprise financing. It is backed by institutional investors and has a micro-lending experience in India of more than a decade.
IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans turn to Matthew Hayden as batting coach
IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans have appointed Matthew Hayden as their new batting coach for the upcoming Indian Premier League 2026 season. Hayden, a former Australian opener, joins the coaching staff led by Ashish Nehra. The franchise aims to leverage his extensive experience to enhance their batting performance. This move signifies Gujarat Titans' commitment to strengthening their team for future campaigns.
Why Nari Contractor Never Played Test Cricket Again After His 1962 Skull Injury?
Recently, former India cricketer and captain Nari Contractor celebrated his 92nd birthday. He is widely remembered as the cricketer whose international career was cut short after he was struck on the skull by a vicious bouncer from West Indies pacer Charlie Griffith during a tour match against Barbados on Indias 1962 tour of the Caribbean. The match was played between the second Test at Kingston which turned out to be Contractors 31st and final international appearance and the third Test of the five-match series at Kensington Oval in Barbados. His skull was fractured and it needed a series of surgeries which saved him. Everywhere it is written that this injury cut short his international cricket career. The brave attempt to stage a comeback to Test cricket was not successful. A very interesting question is why he didnt play, even after having recovered? Let us look at the facts: Fact is that, once recovered, Nari Contractor returned to cricket and very soon he was playing first class cricket. Then why didn't he stage a comeback to Test cricket? To answer this question, a relook at the injury scene is very important. When Charlie Griffith bouncer hit Contractor, he sustained a serious head injury and immediate treatment was required. Incidentally, the West Indian captain Frank Worrell was present there and he took immediate action to save the life of Nari. Former India captain Ghulam Ahmed was manager of the touring India team and he ensured that specialists arrived in time to perform surgery. Taking personal responsibility and without wasting any precious time, it was Ghulam Ahmed who had consented for the surgery. Many lined up to donate the blood to facilitate the surgery and ultimately five (Frank Worrell, Chandu Borde, Bapu Nadkarni, Polly Umrigar and KN Prabhu, a journalist) donated the blood as they had the same blood group. Contractor always said, If I am living today, its only because of Ghulam. A lesser known fact is that a steel plate was inserted in his skull to save him, instead of putting a mesh, so that if he gets hit on this side (right) again, nothing will happen to him. This process took two and a half hours but this plate helped and he recovered. Although this surgery gave confidence to Contractor to play again, he was advised to retire from playing Test cricket. On the other hand he was determined to make a comeback. Nari Contractor resumed playing first-class cricket in 1962-63 for Gujarat (Ranji Trophy) and West Zone (Duleep Trophy). He continued playing till 1970-71 and in between his name was in consideration for Indias 1967-68 tour of Australia. When Contractor resumed cricket in 1962, incidentally another Charlie (Stayers) bowled to him at practice, at the Cricket Club of India so that he should have the feel of the pace. Stayers was one of four West Indian fast bowlers brought in by the BCCI to play domestic cricket in India in that season. Contractor played in Ranji and other tournaments but not Test cricket. Contractor still regrets that he did not play a Test match, I wanted to play just one Test after my head injury. Its on record that Dr. Chandy who inserted a metal plate in Contractors head, had told him, I want to tell you (Contractor) in plain and simple English that if you want to be a vegetable for the rest of your life, dont ever play cricket again. Contractor however had other ideas and returned to cricket. He later revealed that the selectors were hesitant to pick him due to the fear of another head injury and never picked him again. They were too afraid. What if he got hit again? What if next time the result was worse? They could not take that responsibility. However Contractor kept playing domestic cricket. A very interesting fact is that whenever Nari was considered for Test selection again, Ghulam Ahmed was consulted about his condition. Nari always said that his life was saved by the team manager Ghulam Ahmed who called in the local surgeon just in time when he was vomiting blood in a bucket. Incidentally when Contractor was seriously in line for a Test comeback, the same Ghulam Ahmed was the chairman of selectors. It is reported that one evening, Ghulam met Nari and told him that he was certainly good enough to play for India again, but he would not pick him, because he could not bear the possibility of another life threatening injury to his dearest friend. Nari didnt argue and accepted that it was difficult to argue with a man who had saved his life. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For your information: The titanium plate inserted in Nari Contractors head was removed after 60 years at the Reliance Foundation Hospital in Mumbai. The body had started rejecting the plate, making it necessary to remove it.
Sonal blushes as crowd sings her 'Zara Sa' song at T20 WC final
Actress Sonal Chauhan experienced a heartwarming moment at the India vs. New Zealand T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad when fans in the stadium sang her iconic song 'Zara Sa' from 'Jannat'. Overwhelmed by the gesture, Chauhan shared a video, expressing her gratitude and love for her fans and Gujarat. Read on to know more in detail.
GTU to move to Lekawada campus - Ahmedabad Mirror
GTU to move to Lekawada campus Ahmedabad Mirror
Three years, three world cups: Vadodaras golden run in cricket
Over 1,000 participate in Kavisha UFIT Flow Fest, Indias first spin rave event more than 100 people spin at one time Ahmedabad Mirror
Cheating accused on run for 10 years nabbed
VMC elected wing members vacate chambers
Bomb threats trigger panic in Dahod, Ahmedabad courts
Makarpura bus depot sealed over pending property tax dues
India to take on New Zealand in ICC Mens T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad today - News On AIR
India to take on New Zealand in ICC Mens T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad today News On AIR
Mixed bag for Gujarat board students: SSC standard maths paper tricky, HSC papers easy The Times of India
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Suryakumar Yadav Poses With T20 WC Trophy At Historic Adalaj Stepwell After Indias Title Triumph
ICC Cricket World Cup: India captain Suryakumar Yadav visited the historic Adalaj Ni Vav on Monday, where he posed with the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 trophy following Indias title-winning campaign. Images shared by the International Cricket Council (ICC) showed the Indian skipper at the intricately designed stepwell, one of Gujarats most renowned heritage landmarks, located near Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. The 15th-century structure, known for its elaborate carvings and architectural design, has long attracted tourists and history enthusiasts. Suryakumars visit came a day after Indias emphatic victory over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final. The Indian team sealed the title with a commanding 96-run win at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, successfully defending the trophy and further cementing their dominance in the shortest format. The stepwell also holds recent cricketing significance. Ahead of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup final, former India captain Rohit Sharma and Australia skipper Pat Cummins had posed for a photoshoot at the same location. Despite the tournament celebrations continuing across the country, Suryakumar appeared to take a moment to explore the historic monument. Photographs from the visit showed him walking through the stepwells ornate corridors and admiring the detailed stonework while holding the World Cup trophy. The stepwell also holds recent cricketing significance. Ahead of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup final, former India captain Rohit Sharma and Australia skipper Pat Cummins had posed for a photoshoot at the same location. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In the final, played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the worlds largest cricket venue, India defeated New Zealand in front of a packed crowd to claim their second consecutive T20 World Cup title, also becoming the first team to win a home World Cup and the first team to clinch a record third title. Article Source: IANS
Assam records highest green cover along national highways: NHAI
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Surat Shocker: 2 Students Dead After ChatGPT Suicide Search; Elon Musk Reacts
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On 8 March, India lifted the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 trophy. Among all, one of the standout performers and most-talked about cricketers of the tournament was Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya. The man is known in the world of cricket for his strong batting. He is also a skilled bowler, and fielder.
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Hails Team Indias Commanding T20 World Cup Win
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel: India clinched the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 title with a commanding victory over New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Sunday, with congratulatory messages pouring in from several political leaders, including Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. In a post on X, the Chief Minister described the triumph as a proud moment for the country and congratulated the players for their performance throughout the tournament. A proud and joyous moment for every Indian. Heartiest congratulations to Team India for their magnificent victory in the T20 World Cup. This remarkable triumph reflects the teams extraordinary talent, relentless hard work, unwavering consistency and the true spirit of Indian cricket, Patel wrote. He said the players had demonstrated exceptional determination, discipline and teamwork during the competition, adding that the victory had made the entire nation proud. May this glorious victory inspire countless young Indians to pursue excellence and bring even greater laurels to the nation in the years ahead. Well done, champions. India celebrates this historic moment with pride, he said. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi also reacted to the win, saying the victory represented the dreams of young cricketers across the country. It is not just a victory it is a feeling. It reflects the dreams played out in every street and the passion of every child who says, One day I will play for India. Tonight, those dreams lifted the World Cup. India doesnt just play cricket, India lives it, he said. The final of the T20 World Cup was played in Ahmedabad, where India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs to secure the title. Batting first, India posted 255 for 5 in 20 overs before bowling out New Zealand for 159 in 19 overs. Sanju Samson led the scoring with 89 off 46 balls, while Ishan Kishan added 54 and Abhishek Sharma struck a rapid 52 as India built a commanding total in front of a packed crowd at the stadium. Batting first, India posted 255 for 5 in 20 overs before bowling out New Zealand for 159 in 19 overs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The victory marked Indias third T20 World Cup title and its second consecutive triumph in the tournament. Article Source: IANS
Defending champions India bring the ICC T20 World Cup home, crush New Zealand by 96 runs in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The post Defending champions India bring the ICC T20 World Cup home, crush New Zealand by 96 runs in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
T20 WC: Ricky Martin, Falguni Pathak, Sukhbir Light Up Ahmedabad Ahead Of IND Vs NZ Final (ld)
New Zealand T20 World Cup: Ahead of the high-voltage India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup final, the atmosphere at the Narendra Modi Stadium turned electric as famous Gujarati singer Falguni Pathak, Bollywood singer Sukhbir Singh, and pop icon Ricky Martin lit up the gala night with their respective performances. While the audience, especially the locals in the crowd, grooved to Pathaks hit song Maine Payal Hai Chhankai, Punjabi and Bollywood singer Sukhbir belted out his popular pop numbers, with the entire stadium joining him in singing one of his hot-shot popular Oh ho ho. International star Ricky Martin was the top attraction of the closing ceremony. A two-time Grammy Award winner and five-time Latin Grammy Award winner, Martin brought his signature stadium energy to Ahmedabad. Known for global hits such as Livin' la Vida Loca, She Bangs, and the iconic football anthem The Cup of Life (La Copa de la Vida), Martin has defined stadium pop performances for decades and has now added the world's biggest cricket stadium to his list of iconic venues. Martin finished his performance with 'Mara' and 'La Copa de la Vida', igniting the packed stadium, especially the millennials in the crowd. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and chose to bowl first against an unchanged India in the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup final at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. The Indian team is aiming for a record third Mens T20 World Cup title, while New Zealand seek their first. A victory for India would make them the first team to win consecutive editions and the first to lift the trophy on home soil. Notably, New Zealand have won all their matches in this tournament while chasing. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and chose to bowl first against an unchanged India in the 2026 Mens T20 World Cup final at Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The summit clash is sure to be a contest worth watching. Article Source: IANS
A video shared by Modi Archive on International Women's Day highlighted a 2003 speech by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, noting that India granted women universal voting rights in 1947. In the speech, delivered as Gujarat Chief Minister, he urged greater participation of women in public life and governance.
CM Bhupendra Patel Inaugurates Bodakdev Sub-Zonal Office, Extends Womens Day Greetings
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'Over 1.35 Lakh Fans Expected': Gujarat Dy CM Welcomes Spectators For T20 WC Final In Ahmedabad
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh: The final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup between India and New Zealand is set to be played on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with more than 1.35 lakh spectators expected to attend the match at the world's largest cricket stadium. Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi welcomed cricket fans arriving from across India and abroad for the title clash, expressing confidence in the Indian team's performance. Today, the final match will be held at the world's largest cricket stadium in Ahmedabad. I extend a warm welcome to the cricket fans from India and around the world who are coming to watch this historic match, Sanghavi said. He said the state administration, along with the Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), had been preparing for the event for several days to ensure that spectators have proper facilities at the venue. I have full confidence that the Indian cricket team will create history with its excellent performance today. The administration, the Gujarat Cricket Association, and the BCCI have been working tirelessly for the past several days to ensure all cricket fans have the best possible facilities, he said. According to Sanghavi, arrangements have been made for the large crowd expected at the stadium. More than 1,35,000 people will arrive at the Narendra Modi Stadium today. Arrangements have been made to ensure everyone can watch this match well, enjoy it, and create new history together, he added. Meanwhile, T. Raja Singh, Member of the Legislative Assembly from Goshamahal in Telangana, said the contest was expected to be closely watched by cricket fans across the country. It will be a very exciting match. The Indian team has been winning continuously, defeating Pakistan, and today they will defeat New Zealand as well, he said. Security and crowd management measures have been intensified in the city ahead of the final. Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G. S. Malik said on Saturday that elaborate arrangements had been put in place for the high-profile match. Tomorrow, a historic T20 World Cup final is going to be held here at the Narendra Modi Stadium. For this, all preparations have been completed by the police. For the security arrangements, we are deploying over 3,000 police personnel and around 1,000 home guards, Malik had said. Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G. S. Malik said on Saturday that elaborate arrangements had been put in place for the high-profile match. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Malik also appealed to spectators to use public transport such as buses and the Metro to reduce congestion around the stadium and said ransport services would operate late into the night to facilitate the movement of fans after the match. Article Source: IANS
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