Gujarat: 7,164 liquor bottles valued at Rs 26.81 lakh seized
Ahmedabad, Aug 15 (IANS) Bagodra Police in Ahmedabad Rural district seized 7,164 bottles of Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) valued at Rs 26.81 lakh from a truck during vehicle checking at the Bagodra toll plaza, police said on Saturday. The total value of the seized liquor, vehicle and other items was estimated at Rs 41.94 lakh. []
Gujarat BJP President Emphasizes Responsibilities of Freedom on Independence Day
Gandhinagar, August 15: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Jagdish Vishwakarma, the President of the Gujarat Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), stated that freedom should not merely be viewed as the enjoyment of rights. Instead, it should be understood as the responsible exercise of those rights and the disciplined fulfillment of duties towards the ... Read more Gujarat BJP President Emphasizes Responsibilities of Freedom on Independence Day
I-Day celebrations highlight civic responsibility across Gujarat cities
Ahmedabad Gujarats three major municipal corporations marked the 80th Independence Day on Saturday with flag-hoisting ceremonies in Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad and The post I-Day celebrations highlight civic responsibility across Gujarat cities appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Pune, August 15: The 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 showcased thrilling matches on Saturday in Pune, featuring teams from Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram, Assam, Gujarat, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In Pool B, Hockey Karnataka achieved the days biggest victory, defeating Hockey Uttarakhand 6-1. Meanwhile, Hockey Bihar delivered a ... Read more Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram Shine in Jr Women's Hockey
On the fourth day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026, Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured significant victories. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand 6-1, Bihar beat Goa 6-0, and Mizoram overcame Kerala 2-0. Other matches saw Assam, Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu also win, with Rajasthan and Jammu & Kashmir receiving forfeit victories.
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram register wins in Jr Women''s National Hockey Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured victories in their respective matches. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand by a commanding 6-1 margin in their game. Bihar also achieved a comprehensive 6-0 win against Goa in another contest. Mizoram earned a 2-0 victory over Kerala in their pool encounter. Other teams like Assam and Gujarat also registered wins in their divisions.
Weather Tomorrow August 16: India's weather on August 16 will see monsoon influence with cloudy skies and rainfall. Delhi expects light rain and moderate temperatures, while Haryana may have afternoon showers. Rajasthan and Gujarat anticipate partly cloudy conditions and isolated thunderstorms. Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh will experience cloudy weather and light to heavy rain. Jammu and Kashmir is forecast for moderate rain, lightning, and gusty winds.
After a decade, zebras will again delight visitors to the Thiruvananthapuram zoo
The zebras, a male and a female aged five and three, are being brought from Vantara at Jamnagar in Gujarat. In exchange, a king cobra and a lion-tailed macaque will be handed over.
After a decade, zebras will again delight visitors to the Thiruvananthapuram zoo
The zebras, a male and a female aged five and three, are being brought from Vantara at Jamnagar in Gujarat. In exchange, a king cobra and a lion-tailed macaque will be handed over.
In 'dry' Gujarat, liquor party busted at Surat farmhouse; 22 held - Rediff
Worked as maids and then robbed homes: Two Nepali women arrested in Gujarat
Worked as maids and then robbed homes Two Nepali women arrested in Gujarat
Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi urged planning for Viksit Bharat by 2047. He noted only two decades remain to achieve this ambitious national goal. The state government is committed to welfare and development for all citizens. New hostels and safety measures are being implemented for vulnerable communities. Gujarat is a role model, providing significant employment opportunities for young people.
PM Modis Independence Day turbans: A look at his colourful Red Fort looks from 2014 to 2026
To mark Indias 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Red Fort on Saturday in a striking red tie-and-dye turban with a long trailing end, as he delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the historic ramparts.The turban featured intricate red, green and white patterns inspired by Rajasthani and Gujarati styles. He paired it with a white kurta-pajama and brown jacket, completing the look with three pocket squares in saffron, white and green, mirroring the colours of the national flag.
Independence Day and Parsi New Year: Are Schools Open for Flag Hoisting Today?
Are schools open today? Get the latest updates on Independence Day 2026 and Parsi New Year school holiday rules, including mandatory flag hoisting guidelines for students in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Check official notices now.
Last month, the results of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced, with Maaran winning the award for Best Gujarati Feature Film. The thriller drama is headlined by Yash Soni, a popular name in Gujarati cinema. While the actor has largely been known for playing sweet and lovable characters, Maaran sees him undergo a transformation unlike anything he has attempted before. Last year, he played a quirky character in the heist Gujarati film Chaniya Toli. It released on Diwali 2025 and thus clashed with Thamma and Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat and gave a tough fight to these Hindi films. Until the second weekend, it had managed to hit Rs. 15 crore mark and was having a dream run. It seemed like the film would cross the Rs. 25 crore mark and may even have a shot at having a lifetime of Rs. 30 crores. However, a small Gujarati film, Laalo - Krishna Sada Sahaayate, suddenly stole the thunder from Chaniya Toli. It had released two weeks before the Yash Soni-starrer and had done negligible business in 15 days. But miraculously, it picked up in the third week and then became a rage. It went on to become the first Gujarati film to cross the Rs. 100 crores mark. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Yash Soni spoke about this aspect. When asked if he believes that Chaniya Toli was affected by the Laalo wave, Yash Soni confessed, Yes, absolutely. Laalo came as a surprise at everyone. It was running in just one show in a few theatres when Chaniya Toli released. After 2 or 2 weeks, it began picking up and ultimately collected Rs. 104 crores. He added, Now, Laalo was a small film. The makers and actors were talented but they were not established names. Such films used to often face an uphill challenge in attracting the audience. But when Laalo became a historic blockbuster, it made me happy as a film with no established actors or makers did such business. And look at the way it was performing. My own family couldnt get tickets to watch Laalo! Of course, it was a bit of a downer that Chaniya Toli got affected. But at the same time, it was a matter of pride that a Gujarati film collected Rs. 100 crores for the first time. It has set a benchmark that we all have to now chase. So, I took it as a motivating factor. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Yash Soni on SHATTERING his sweet, lovable hero image with Maaran: Feedback is amazing; film khatam hote hi audience mein sannaata hota hai; reveals why it clashed with Spider-Man: Brand New Day: We wanted to use the National Award momentum
Blood donation camps dont qualify for GST exemption, Gujarat AAR rules
Gujarat's AAR ruled blood donation camps are not charitable for GST exemption. Yoga camps, however, were deemed charitable activities and exempt from GST. Several welfare and training programs under government schemes also received GST exemption. These included self-defense training and mental health initiatives for women. The ruling clarifies GST applicability for various NGO activities in Gujarat.
Gujarat CM announces major rural housing, road, nutrition and education schemes
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PM Modi sports red tie-and-dye turban for Independence Day 2026 celebrations
PM Modi paired his white kurta with a chocolate brown vest and the traditional turban, which is commonly associated with the cultural traditions of Rajasthan and Gujarat
J&K youth must ensure mistakes of past are never repeated: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 14:The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, today attended the solemn observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The event was marked by collective remembrance and a reaffirmation of national unity. In his address on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor paid heartfelt tribute to all those citizens who endured unimaginable suffering during the partition of 1947 and whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations. The Lieutenant Governor emphasised that the wound of partition continues to exist as a pain in the collective consciousness of every Indian. Decades after the partition, their sacrifice reminds us that the wound remains unhealed, lingering as a generational pain in Indias collective soul. On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, we are not merely recalling the past but we are giving voice to those millions whose voices were taken away from them. I wish to reiterate with firm resolve that we will not allow their pain to be buried in the dust of history. Remembering them is fulfilling our duty towards humanity. We will preserve their memories. Remembering them with complete truthfulness, honesty, and utmost sensitivity is the most sacred tribute. I believe that their stories are an indelible chapter of our national consciousness, and their sacrifice will forever remain alive in the soul of Mother India, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the people of UT of Jammu and Kashmir to treat this day as an occasion of introspection and national resolve. He called upon the youth, farmers, workers, and women to rise with courage and determination, to turn the pace of time towards progress and harmony. The Lieutenant Governor praised the resilience of people who rebuilt their lives with courage and enriched the countrys social fabric and cultural heritage with historic traditions and values. Todays occasion is an opportunity to acknowledge the pain of the past and strengthen our unwavering commitment to peace, harmony and national unity. This day reminds us that only the lessons of history can make the future secure and humane, the Lieutenant Governor said. He noted that the partition divided families and displaced communities from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Chhamb. He paid tribute to those who faced decades-long discrimination within the UT due to Article 370. The Lieutenant Governor said that Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ended their suffering and granted them equal rights like any other citizen of the country. The Lieutenant Governor also paid tribute the countless families who sacrificed during the tribal invasion months after partition. Within a few months of partition, enemies of the nation carried out terror attack under the cover of tribal invasions. Indian army and people fought bravely. The struggle and sacrifice of countless families are an integral part of the collective memory of Jammu and Kashmir. Today, I humbly pay tribute to the patience, hard work, and unbroken patriotism of all those families, he said. Addressing the youth, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that partition is not merely history but a living memory of millions of families. He urged them to learn from the experiences of the past, to reject enmity and communal bitterness, and to build bridges of trust. He called upon them to construct a developed India that is inclusive and empowered. The youth of Jammu Kashmir must ensure that the mistakes of the past are never repeated in the future. Where walls were once raised, you must build bridges of trust and construct a Viksit Bharat that is inclusive, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor reminded the gathering that Indias strength lies in its diversity. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Gujarat to Goa, from Assam to Arunachal Pradesh, India is a confluence of languages, cultures, traditions, and beliefs, he said. Through partition, enemies of the nation tried to destroy this spirit of unity in diversity, but India has continuously moved forward with pride and confidence. We must take a pledge to acquaint future generations with the pain of partition, to strengthen peace and harmony, and to ensure that such a tragedy is never repeated. Building a self-reliant Jammu Kashmir is a shared duty and national unity remains the bedrock of our strength, security and collective progress, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor visited the photo exhibition on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. A Two- minute silence was observed in memory of those who lost their lives during the Partition of India.
A republic renewed by its citizens
Indias 80th Independence Day, to be celebrated on 15 August 2026, is not merely another anniversary on the national calendar. It is a historic milestone in the continuing journey of a civilisation that transformed the achievement of political freedom into the audacious project of building a constitutional democracy based on liberty, equality, justice and fraternity. Seventy-nine years after India broke the chains of colonial rule, the meaning of independence must be examined not only through the sacrifices of the freedom movement but also through the responsibilities that freedom places upon every citizen. Independence was never intended to be simply the transfer of power from one set of rulers to another. The freedom struggle represented a much larger aspiration: that the people of India should become masters of their own destiny. The Constitution subsequently gave institutional expression to that aspiration. It transformed the promise of freedom into fundamental rights, democratic institutions, an independent judiciary, universal adult franchise, federalism and the rule of law. The 80th Independence Day therefore offers an opportunity to ask a fundamental question: What does freedom mean to an Indian citizen in 2026? The answer cannot be confined to the waving of the Tricolour, patriotic songs or ceremonial speeches. Independence is meaningful only when citizens are free to speak, think, worship, associate, question authority, pursue knowledge, seek justice and participate equally in the democratic process. Political freedom acquires substance only when accompanied by social dignity, economic opportunity, constitutional protection and equality before law. Freedom is both a right and a responsibility The generation that fought for independence understood the price of freedom. Many went to prison, sacrificed careers, endured repression and, in numerous cases, gave their lives. They did not know what India would look like in 2026. But they had faith that succeeding generations would protect and enlarge the freedom they had secured. That responsibility now belongs to us. Citizenship in a democracy cannot be reduced to voting once every few years. A democratic citizen must remain alert to the functioning of institutions, demand accountability from those in power, respect constitutional limitations and defend the rights of otherseven when those rights are exercised by people with whom one disagrees. The true test of democracy is not whether we defend the freedom of those who agree with us. It is whether we are prepared to defend the freedom of those whose opinions, beliefs or politics may be different from our own. This is where the Constitution becomes the moral compass of the Republic. The Preambles commitment to justice, liberty, equality and fraternity is not ornamental language. It represents the foundational contract between the State and its citizens. The Republic becomes stronger when these principles become part of everyday civic conduct. Indias greatest achievement: constitutional democracy The extraordinary achievement of independent India lies in the fact that a deeply diverse society chose democracy. India brought together hundreds of communities, languages, cultures, faiths and traditions within a single constitutional framework. It adopted universal adult suffrage at the very beginning of the Republic, at a time when many newly independent nations were still struggling to establish democratic institutions. The Indian experiment has survived because democracy in India was never merely an institutional arrangement. It became a public habit, a political aspiration and, increasingly, a constitutional culture. Yet democracy can never be taken for granted. Every generation has to renew it. Institutions require vigilance. Fundamental rights require citizens who understand and defend them. The independence of constitutional institutions requires public commitment. The rule of law requires both rulers and citizens to accept that no individual or institution is above the Constitution. The 80th Independence Day should therefore become a national reminder that Indias future will be determined not only by governments but by the quality of its citizenship. And this is where Gen Z enters the national story Indias Gen Z is not merely the youngest generation of voters and professionals. It is increasingly the generation that will shape Indias intellectual, technological, economic and democratic future. This generation has grown up in a digital India. It communicates through smartphones, consumes information at extraordinary speed, creates content, challenges conventional hierarchies and is often impatient with traditional political language. That impatience should not necessarily be viewed as a weakness. It can be a democratic strength. Young Indians are asking difficult questions about employment, education, inequality, corruption, climate change, gender justice, institutional accountability, privacy, technology and the future of democracy. They want transparency and they want results. But Gen Z also faces a new challenge that the freedom fighters could never have imagined: the battle for truth in the digital age. Social media has democratised information, but it has also democratised misinformation. A fabricated story can travel faster than a verified fact. A manipulated image can acquire the appearance of truth. Algorithms can create echo chambers in which citizens hear only opinions that reinforce their existing beliefs. For Gen Z, therefore, digital citizenship is an essential component of constitutional citizenship. Freedom of expression must be accompanied by responsibility in the use of expression. The right to communicate must be matched by the duty to verify. Political disagreement should not become personal hatred. Criticism of government should not be confused with hostility towards the nation. A young citizen who checks facts before forwarding a message is performing an act of democratic responsibility. A young citizen who refuses to participate in online hatred is strengthening national unity. A young citizen who asks uncomfortable questions of authority is contributing to democracy. From patriotic emotion to constitutional patriotism Patriotism must not be measured only by the intensity of slogans. The deeper form of patriotism is respect for the constitutional values that hold India together. India does not belong to one religion, language, caste, region or political ideology. Its extraordinary identity lies precisely in its plurality. The idea of India is therefore not simply geographical. It is constitutional. It is the idea that a citizen in Kashmir and a citizen in Kanyakumari, a citizen in Nagaland and one in Gujarat, a Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, Buddhist, Jain or person of another faith, the rich and the poor, the majority and the minorityall possess equal constitutional dignity. Fraternity is therefore as important as liberty. Without fraternity, liberty can become individualistic and equality can become merely formal. Fraternity reminds us that democracy is ultimately about living together with dignity. The 80th Independence Day should consequently inspire us to move beyond majoritarian and minoritarian identities and rediscover the larger identity of constitutional citizenship. The first generation won freedom. The Constitution gave freedom a framework. Our generation must protect it. And Gen Z must carry it forward. Author is a Constitutional expert & a public intellectual
Greenply to add second pressurized refining system at Gujarat MDF plant in India - lesprom.com
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Gujarat Chief Minister Visits Exhibition Honoring 75 Freedom Fighters
Amreli, August 15: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited an exhibition in Amreli district showcasing the stories of approximately 75 freedom fighters. The exhibition highlights events from the freedom movement, including the Arzi Hukumat and the struggle against Portuguese rule. Organized by Deepak High School at ... Read more Gujarat Chief Minister Visits Exhibition Honoring 75 Freedom Fighters
Gujarat Reports 27 Deaths Due to Chandipura Virus Amid Rising Cases
Gandhinagar, August 15: The ongoing surveillance period in Gujarat, which began on June 30, has confirmed 41 laboratory cases of the Chandipura virus, resulting in 27 fatalities. This information was released by the state health department on Friday. As of 5 PM on August 14, the state recorded 257 suspected cases of the Chandipura virus. ... Read more Gujarat Reports 27 Deaths Due to Chandipura Virus Amid Rising Cases
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Modern District Jail Inaugurated in Gujarat with Rehabilitation Facilities for 370 Inmates
Anand, August 14: Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi inaugurated a new district jail in Bakrol, Anand on Friday. This facility has the capacity to house 370 inmates and is equipped with amenities aimed at both security and rehabilitation. Constructed at a cost of approximately 67.52 crores, the jail spans 120,000 square meters, with a ... Read more Modern District Jail Inaugurated in Gujarat with Rehabilitation Facilities for 370 Inmates
Gujarat Enhances Maritime Tourism with Modern Facilities at 17 Lighthouses
Gandhinagar, August 14: Gujarat has introduced modern tourism facilities at 17 lighthouses along its coastline. These traditional structures, which guide ships, have now transformed into tourist attractions showcasing the states maritime history and heritage. This initiative is part of the central governments effort to develop historically and architecturally significant lighthouses into educational, cultural, and tourist-friendly ... Read more Gujarat Enhances Maritime Tourism with Modern Facilities at 17 Lighthouses
Roongta Cinemas Celebrates Independence Day With
Roongta Senior Care Experience aims to make cinema more comfortable, caring and accessible for senior citizens Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 14: This Independence Day, Roongta Cinemas celebrates a different kind of freedomthe freedom to step out, enjoy life, and experience the magic of cinema with confidence, comfort, and dignity. Under the spirit ofBefikri Ki Azaadi, []
Gujarat Launches Major Environmental Initiative Ahead of Independence Day in Amreli
Ahmedabad, August 14: A significant environmental campaign has been launched in Amreli, Gujarat, ahead of the states 80th Independence Day celebrations. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel participated in a tree plantation program on Friday, which is part of a 40 crore initiative aimed at enhancing greenery in the city. During the event, the Chief Minister planted ... Read more Gujarat Launches Major Environmental Initiative Ahead of Independence Day in Amreli
80th Independence Day: President Approves 78 Gallantry Awards - Sandesh
Over 10,000 join Tiranga Yatra in Anand led by Gujarat deputy CM
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Ahmedabad, August 14: A significant crowd participated in the Tricolor Rally led by Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi in Vadodara on Friday. The event aimed to celebrate Independence Day while promoting a message for youth to stay away from drugs. The rally commenced at Navalakhi Ground and concluded at Gandhinagar Home, passing through Kirti ... Read more Massive Turnout for Tricolor Rally in Vadodara, Gujarats Deputy CM Urges Youth to Stay Away from Drugs
Gujarat Leaders Commemorate Partition Victims Ahead of Independence Day
Amreli, August 14: On August 14, the pain and suffering of millions displaced during the 1947 partition of India were remembered in Amreli. Gujarats Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel urged the nation to learn from this tragedy to maintain unity and integrity. A state-level Partition Horrors Remembrance Day event was organized just ... Read more Gujarat Leaders Commemorate Partition Victims Ahead of Independence Day
Gujarat High Court bars retrospective GST on corporate guarantees
Gujarat High Court has barred GST on corporate guarantees issued before October 26, 2023, while retaining the 1% valuation mechanism for guarantees continuing beyond that date
Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Honors Table Tennis Champions and Inspects New Sports Complex
Vadodara, August 14: Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi honored the winners of the fourth Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament, which saw participation from 775 young players across the state. The closing ceremony took place at the Sama Sports Complex in Vadodara on Friday, where trophies, certificates, and cash prizes were awarded to the champions. ... Read more Gujarats Deputy Chief Minister Honors Table Tennis Champions and Inspects New Sports Complex
US says India, 40 others enabling Chinese goods to bypass tariffs
India has requested further information from the US regarding the claims of a shadow trans-shipment network. According to a US report, Chinese exporters are allegedly routing goods through more than forty countries to avoid tariffs, specifically targeting India's Pune-Gujarat-Chennai corridor for pumps and compressors. The GTRI advises India to examine its manufacturing and export data to confirm these allegations.
India should seek greater details on alleged China trans-shipment network: GTRI
India has requested further information from the US regarding the claims of a shadow trans-shipment network. According to a US report, Chinese exporters are allegedly routing goods through more than forty countries to avoid tariffs, specifically targeting India's Pune-Gujarat-Chennai corridor for pumps and compressors. The GTRI advises India to examine its manufacturing and export data to confirm these allegations.
SWAC Honours 9 Women Officers After Historic Samudra Pradakshina - Sandesh
White House report flags India in China-linked transshipment network
The White House report places India in Tier 1 of China's alleged transshipment network and flags the Pune-Gujarat-Chennai production belt as a potential corridor
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Gujarats Deputy CM Leads Flag March in Anand with Over 10,000 Participants
Anand, August 14: On Friday, more than 10,000 people participated in a flag march in Anand and Vallabh Vidyanagar. This event was organized by the district administration and the Karmasad-Anand Municipal Corporation as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign ahead of Indias 80th Independence Day. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi flagged off the march ... Read more Gujarats Deputy CM Leads Flag March in Anand with Over 10,000 Participants
On Saturday, the monsoon continues to be vigorous in various parts of India. Multiple states and Union Territories are predicted to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall along with widespread thunderstorms. Citizens are urged to stay vigilant due to the potential for strong winds and travel delays that may arise from the persistent monsoon conditions.
Gujarat HC strikes down levy on pre- October 26, 2023, corporate guarantees
In simple terms, GST Department can impose levy on corporate guarantee furnished after October 26, 2023.
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Commemorates Victims of Partition on Remembrance Day
Gandhinagar, August 14: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghvi paid tribute on Friday to those who lost their lives during the partition of India and suffered the pain of displacement. This observance coincides with Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. In a post on his social media platform X, CM Patel described the ... Read more Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Commemorates Victims of Partition on Remembrance Day
Gujarat Police LRD DV List 2026 - Document Verification Date, Status
Gujarat Police LRD DV List 2026: check the latest status of the GPRB Lokrakshak Document Verification list, required documents, likely process, and how to track the official update at gprb.gujarat.gov.in.
LG Sinha Addresses Partition Horrors Remembrance Day event at Srinagar
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 14: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today attended the solemn observance of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The event was marked by collective remembrance and a reaffirmation of national unity. In his address on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor paid heartfelt tribute to all those citizens who endured unimaginable suffering during the partition of 1947 and whose sacrifices continue to inspire generations. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized that the wound of partition continues to exist as a pain in the collective consciousness of every Indian. Decades after the partition, their sacrifice reminds us that the wound remains unhealed, lingering as a generational pain in India's collective soul. On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, we are not merely recalling the past but we are giving voice to those millions whose voices were taken away from them. I wish to reiterate with firm resolve that we will not allow their pain to be buried in the dust of history. Remembering them is fulfilling our duty towards humanity. We will preserve their memories. Remembering them with complete truthfulness, honesty, and utmost sensitivity is the most sacred tribute. I believe that their stories are an indelible chapter of our national consciousness, and their sacrifice will forever remain alive in the soul of Mother India, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the people of UT of Jammu Kashmir to treat this day as an occasion of introspection and national resolve. He called upon the youth, farmers, workers, and women to rise with courage and determination, to turn the pace of time towards progress and harmony. The Lieutenant Governor praised the resilience of people who rebuilt their lives with courage and enriched the countrys social fabric and cultural heritage with historic traditions and values. Todays occasion is an opportunity to acknowledge the pain of the past and strengthen our unwavering commitment to peace, harmony and national unity. This day reminds us that only the lessons of history can make the future secure and humane, the Lieutenant Governor said. He noted that the partition divided families and displaced communities from Pakistan-occupied Jammu Kashmir and Chhamb. He paid tribute to those who faced decades-long discrimination within the UT due to Article 370. The Lieutenant Governor said that Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ended their suffering and granted them equal rights like any other citizen of the country. The Lieutenant Governor also paid tribute the countless families who sacrificed during the tribal invasion months after partition. Within a few months of partition, enemies of the nation carried out terror attack under the cover of tribal invasions. Indian army and people fought bravely. The struggle and sacrifice of countless families are an integral part of the collective memory of Jammu Kashmir. Today, I humbly pay tribute to the patience, hard work, and unbroken patriotism of all those families, he said. Addressing the youth, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized that partition is not merely history but a living memory of millions of families. He urged them to learn from the experiences of the past, to reject enmity and communal bitterness, and to build bridges of trust. He called upon them to construct a developed India that is inclusive and empowered. The youth of Jammu Kashmir must ensure that the mistakes of the past are never repeated in the future. Where walls were once raised, you must build bridges of trust and construct a Viksit Bharat that is inclusive, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor reminded the gathering that Indias strength lies in its diversity. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Gujarat to Goa, from Assam to Arunachal Pradesh, India is a confluence of languages, cultures, traditions, and beliefs, he said. Through partition, enemies of the nation tried to destroy this spirit of unity in diversity, but India has continuously moved forward with pride and confidence. We must take a pledge to acquaint future generations with the pain of partition, to strengthen peace and harmony, and to ensure that such a tragedy is never repeated. Building a self-reliant Jammu Kashmir is a shared duty and national unity remains the bedrock of our strength, security and collective progress, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor visited the photo exhibition on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. A Two- minute silence was observed in the memory of those who lost their lives during the Partition of India. The event also featured a moving theatrical performance by the artists that brought to light the trauma, hardship, and displacement experienced by millions during the Partition. Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Shaleen Kabra, Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti Department, Shri Brij Mohan Sharma, Principal Secretary Culture; Shri Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organisation) BJP J&K; senior officials, prominent citizens from different walks of life and youth in large number were present.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel leads tree plantation event in Amreli ahead of Independence Day
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Watch the Official Teaser from Gujarati movie 'Chatni' starring Puja Joshi and Prashant Barot. 'Chatni' movie is directed by Saandeep Patel. 'Chatni' is slated to release in cinemas on September 18, 2026. To know more about 'Chatni' teaser watch the video. Check out the latest Gujarati teasers, new movie teasers, trending Gujarati movie teasers, Puja Joshi and Prashant Barot movies at ETimes - Times of India Entertainment.
NCB secures return of naco-peddler Virender Singh Basoya from UAE: Amit Shah
New Delhi, Aug 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has secured the return of fugitive drug kingpin Virender Singh Basoya from the UAE. In a post on X, Shah said, Modi govt is relentlessly tracking down drug traffickers hiding abroad and destroying their entire ecosystem with a ruthless approach. The NCB, he said, secured the return of Basoya from the UAE creating a ew milestone in the policy of zero tolerance against narcotics. By tracing the criminal through a top-to-bottom and bottom-to-top approach, our agencies have once again proven that no matter where drug traffickers hide, they cannot escape the long arm of Indian law, he said. Basoya's name had surfaced in a seizure of 500 grams of Mephedrone, a synthetic stimulant commonly known by street name meow meow, in Pune in 2024. The probe was later expanded to identify and dismantle the entire drug trafficking network resulting in the recovery of approximately 867 kg of Mephedrone from Pune and 970 kg from Delhi, taking the total recovery to approximately 1,837 kg of Mephedrone. The NCB Mumbai unit took over investigation and identified Basoya as the alleged mastermind based abroad who coordinated activities of the syndicate from foreign shores and smuggle out Mephedrone consignments from India to other countries. A major consignment of approximately 970 kg of Mephedrone, recovered in Delhi, was allegedly linked to preparations for export through courier channels associated with him. His role emerged as an important link connecting the domestic manufacturing and trafficking network with its overseas distribution channels, a statement from the Home Ministry said. His name also cropped up in a separate case of Delhi Police Special Cell relating to international cocaine trafficking. In October 2024, the Special Cell of Delhi Police busted a major drug trafficking cartel, leading to multiple seizures from godowns and other premises in Delhi, Hapur and Ghaziabad, as well as from a factory in Ankleshwar, Gujarat. The coordinated operations resulted in the recovery of more than 1,300 kg of cocaine, Mephedrone and hydroponic weed, it said. Investigation into the cartel revealed Basoya's alleged role in coordinating the procurement, transportation, storage and distribution of cocaine and other drugs, it said. The NCB launched Operation GLOBAL-HUNT, launched to identify, locate and pursue major narcotics traffickers and fugitives operating from overseas jurisdictions using international cooperation mechanisms, including Interpol Red Notices. Basoya repatriation from the UAE is one of the key achievements of the operation, it said. NCB Deputy Director General (operations) Neeraj Gupta told reporters here that Basoya escaped to Dubai just a day after the Pune police registered a case against him in 2014. Basoya is a ig kingpin of the drug trafficking network against whom an Interpol Red Notice was issued in November 2025, Gupta added. He said Basoya also faces a 2009 DRI case in which he had gone to jail and a charge sheet in this case is before the court.
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7 states plan 1,380 new GCCs, to help create 1.2 mn jobs by 2031: CBRE
Seven states, including Karnataka and Maharashtra, have come up with dedicated policies to facilitate establishment of 1,380 Global Capability Centres (GCCs) with a target to create an additional 12 lakh jobs by 2031, according to CBRE. Real estate consultant CBRE on Friday released a report 'The Policy Advantage: Powering India's GCC Growth'. As per the report, seven states -- Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Kerala, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh -- are targeting setting up of around 1,380 GCCs in their states with a cumulative target of creating about 1.18 million jobs by 2031. The speed at which state governments have moved to formalise dedicated GCC policies is unprecedented in India's commercial real estate landscape, said Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE. This reflects a broader recognition that these centres are no longer a peripheral component of India's services economy, but a central pillar that states .
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24 mining alerts in J&K in 5 years, just one confirmed illegal: Centre
Jammu and Kashmir recorded 24 alerts under the Mining Surveillance System (MSS) over five years, but only one was confirmed as unauthorised mining after field verification, the Lok Sabha was told Wednesday. The data, presented by the Ministry of Mines, covers 2021-22 to 2025-26. Pulwama accounted for the lone confirmed case in J&K as detected by the UT government. J&K recorded four MSS triggers in 2021-22, none in 2022-23, seven in 2023-24 and 13 in 2024-25. No trigger was recorded in 2025-26. The figures show that 23 of the 24 alerts did not result in a confirmed case after field verification. Across India, the MSS generated 679 triggers during the five-year period. State governments confirmed 42 cases of unauthorised mining after verification. Goa recorded the highest number of confirmed cases at 17, followed by Gujarat with seven and Madhya Pradesh with six. Andhra Pradesh recorded four, Tamil Nadu three and Karnataka two. Maharashtra and Rajasthan recorded one each. The Ministry described the MSS as a supplementary mechanism for detecting suspected unauthorised mining. Alerts are sent to concerned state governments for field verification by district-level officials. Under Section 23C of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, state governments are empowered to frame rules to prevent illegal mining, transportation and storage of minerals and take enforcement action. The Centre said details of penalties imposed, minerals recovered and compensation realised in cases arising from MSS triggers are maintained by respective state governments. It, therefore, did not provide consolidated state-wise figures on penalties or recoveries. The Ministry also said enforcement against illegal mining falls within the purview of State Governments, which are responsible for taking action after unauthorised mining is established through field verification.
Gujarat Minister meets HM Shah in Delhi, discusses expansion of Ahmedabad Science City
New Delhi, Aug 14 (IANS) Gujarat Science and Technology Minister Arjun Modhwadia has met the Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and discussed the proposed expansion of Ahmedabads Science City, along with plans to strengthen the states science, innovation and technology ecosystem. During the meeting on Thursday, Modhwadia sought guidance on []
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Surat, August 14: The cybercrime police in Surat have apprehended a fugitive involved in an investment fraud case amounting to 19.60 lakh as part of Operation Mule Hunt 2.0. Investigators discovered that approximately 2.73 crore was transacted through the bank accounts allegedly used to transfer the cyber fraud money. According to police reports, the accused ... Read more Gujarat Police Arrests Fugitive in 19.60 Lakh Investment Fraud Case
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