Gujarat seeks sustained business links with diaspora in Japan to expand MSME opportunities
Digital Desk | Kobe (Japan), Oct 18 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi has called for a sustained mechanism to connect businesses in the state with the Gujarati diaspora in Japan, with a focus on opening new markets and creating opportunities for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Speaking at an interaction with members of the Gujarati and Indian communities at Kobes India Club during his visit to Japan under the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit initiative, Sanghavi said: Engagement with the overseas community should go beyond occasional meetings and translate into long-term economic partnerships. He stressed the need for continuous dialogue between Gujarat and Gujaratis living abroad, rather than limiting interactions to welcoming delegations visiting the state once every two years. A structured framework could help turn existing relationships into concrete business opportunities, he said. Sanghavi highlighted the trust and respect built by the Indian community in Kobe and other parts of Japan through years of hard work. This goodwill and experience could help Gujarats industries establish connections with Japanese businesses, explore new markets and identify areas for collaboration, he added. He called for a local platform to facilitate interaction between industries from Gujarat and potential Japanese partners. The Gujarat Industries Department and the Indian Embassy would coordinate efforts and provide the necessary support to facilitate such partnerships, he said. Expressing confidence in future joint initiatives, Sanghavi said: Sustained cooperation could lead to tangible economic outcomes and mutually beneficial business collaborations between Gujarat and Japan. The Deputy CM also acknowledged the efforts of Gujarati families living abroad to maintain their links with their homeland while contributing to social welfare and community development. Community leaders and members welcomed Sanghavi at the gathering and assured him of their commitment to strengthening trade, business and cultural ties with Gujarat. The interaction took place at the historic Kobe India Club, which has been functioning since 1904. Before attending the event, Sanghavi visited a nearby Jain temple and offered prayers. His outreach to the community comes as Gujarat seeks to use its overseas connections to strengthen international business links and create opportunities for industries in the state. The proposed engagement framework is intended to provide a more consistent channel for cooperation between Gujarati businesses and their counterparts in Japan.
Army's Southern Command troops rehearse combat roles, desert manoeuvres
Digital Desk | Pune, Oct 18 (IANS) The Southern Command of Indian Army showcased operational preparedness and combat effectiveness in the desert terrain in an integrated exercise, an official said on Sunday. The #BattleAxeDivision and #BlackMaceBrigade unleashed their mechanised might across challenging desert terrain sharpening battlefield manoeuvres, rehearsing combat roles and synchronising operations, the Southern Command said in a post on social media platform X. The #IntegratedOperations showcased speed, precision and seamless coordination among combat elements, reinforcing #OperationalPreparedness and combat effectiveness, it added. Earlier, the General Officer Commanding led discussions with officials of the Indian Coast Guard, Maharashtra Police Chief Sadanand Vasant Date and Maharashtra Home Department on emerging security challenges, focusing on boosting civil-military synergy. In a message on X, the Southern Command said, Strengthening a Whole-of-Nation approach to security, HQ Maharashtra Gujarat & Goa (MG & G) Area convened a joint conference under the aegis of the General Officer Commanding, reinforcing coordinated preparedness for emerging security challenges. Bringing together senior stakeholders including DGP Maharashtra, Principal Secretary (Home), ADGP (Int), IG (Sec), FOMA, AOC MAO and DIG Coast Guard, the deliberations focused on Rear Area Security, swift mobilisation and integrated contingency response during war-like situations. The engagement strengthened Civil-Military synergy, inter-agency coordination and collective operational readiness, the post on X said. Meanwhile, the 5th Annual Joint Bilateral Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026 between the Indian Army and the Australian Army is scheduled to start on Monday and last till November 2 in Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. The aim of Exercise AUSTRAHIND is to promote military cooperation between India and Australia through enhancement of interoperability in conduct of joint sub conventional operations in semi-urban environment in semi-desert terrain under Chapter VII of the UN mandate. The exercise focuses on high degree of physical fitness, joint planning and joint tactical drills. Exercise AUSTRAHIND enables the two sides to share their best practices in tactics, techniques and procedures of conducting tactical operations. The exercise will also facilitate developing bonhomie and camaraderie between soldiers of both the sides.
Gujarats 108 service handles nearly two crore emergencies in 19 years, saves 19.66 lakh lives
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 18 (IANS) Gujarats 108 Emergency Medical Service has handled more than 1.99 crore emergency cases and helped save over 19.66 lakh lives since its launch in 2007, according to figures released by the state government up to August this year. The free ambulance service, launched on August 29, 2007, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he was state Chief Minister, has completed 19 years and entered its 20th year. It provides emergency transportation and pre-hospital care to patients, including those involved in road accidents, suffering heart attacks or experiencing other critical medical conditions. Of the more than 1.99 crore cases handled during this period, over 1.96 crore were medical emergencies, more than 2.55 lakh were police-related emergencies and over 8,000 involved fire-related incidents, according to the government data. The service has responded to more than 62.97 lakh pregnancy and maternity-related emergencies, over 24.18 lakh road accident cases, more than 11.77 lakh serious respiratory cases and over 9.87 lakh heart attack cases. Patients in these cases received pre-hospital care, with ambulances transporting them to hospitals during the critical period commonly known as the golden hour. The ambulance fleet has travelled more than 62 crore kilometres over the 19 years, the figures showed. Jaswant Prajapati, chief operating officer of GVR EMRI in Ahmedabad, said the service currently operates around 800 road ambulances, 38 intensive care units on wheels, two boat ambulances and one air ambulance across Gujarat. To ensure that patients receive fully integrated patient transport services, we have also integrated ambulances from 586 government health centres with our system. As a result, around 1,500 ambulances are currently operational round the clock under the 108 service, he said. An advanced Emergency Response Centre at Naroda-Kathwada in Ahmedabad coordinates the service. A 108 ambulance is dispatched every 21 seconds on average across the state, while the reported average response time is 13 minutes and nine seconds. Rajendra Singh Sodha, a driver with the service, attributed timely arrivals to GPS systems and familiarity with local roads. We try to take shorter routes wherever possible and make every effort to reach patients as quickly as possible while driving carefully, he said. Medical technician Shailesh Thakor said ambulances carry equipment to manage critical emergencies, including automated external defibrillators (AEDs), monitors, ventilators and airway-management devices. Whenever we receive a call about an accident or any other emergency, our first priority is to do everything possible to save the patient, he said, adding that staff administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient collapses during transport. Ashok Sadhu, a beneficiary from Ahmedabad, said the service played a significant role in saving his brothers life. Comparing its rapid response to divine assistance, he said: The ambulance arrived so quickly that it felt as though 'divine messengers have come to help'. The state government says the service now transports an average of 4,780 patients to hospitals every day, providing free emergency assistance across Gujarat.
Structural defects shut Gujarat bridge; FIR filed against contractor over Rs 10.71-crore project
Digital Desk | Narmada, Oct 18 (IANS) The Gujarat government on Sunday ordered strict action against a contractor after serious structural defects were detected in a bridge over the Karjan river in Narmada district, forcing authorities to suspend vehicular traffic over the structure. The Roads and Buildings Department has lodged an FIR at Rajpipla police station against Surat-based Royal Infra Engineering Private Limited, which was awarded the contract to construct the bridge on the Rajpipla-Ramgadh (Navagam) road. The action follows directions from Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who has also ordered departmental proceedings against officials and employees found responsible for construction deficiencies and negligence. The bridge was awarded to the company during 2018-19 at a tender cost of Rs 10.71 crore. Construction began on September 15, 2018, and was physically completed on August 14, 2020. During an inspection, officials noticed settlement in one of the bridge's foundations. The department subsequently directed its Quality Control Division to conduct a comprehensive inspection and assess the condition of the entire structure. The assessment revealed further defects in other parts of the bridge. After the structure was found unsuitable and unsafe for vehicular traffic, authorities suspended traffic movement over it. Taking note of the findings, Chief Minister Patel directed the department to initiate criminal proceedings against the contractor and its representatives under the applicable legal provisions. The Chief Minister also ordered action against officials and employees found responsible for the deficiencies and any negligence in the discharge of their duties. Departmental proceedings are to be initiated under the Gujarat State Civil Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1971. The action places responsibility for the bridge's construction quality under scrutiny, covering both the private contractor and the government personnel found accountable for the work. The bridge on the Rajpipla-Ramgadh (Navagam) road is an important link in the area. The suspension of traffic following the inspection has raised concerns over the consequences of structural deficiencies in public infrastructure completed several years earlier. The state government said the action is intended to ensure accountability for construction quality and public safety, saying that deficiencies and negligence in public infrastructure projects would invite action under the law and applicable service rules.
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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Visits Ambaji Temple on Maha Ashtami, Reviews Navratri Preparations
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Tiger Shroff Attacked 2 Years After Baba Siddique Murder, Both Over 'Salman Khan Link'
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Arya's 199, Badoni's Unbeaten Ton Torment Gujarat in Ranji Trophy
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Ranji Trophy: Priyansh and Badoni hit tons as Delhi dominates opening day
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Ranji Trophy: Saharan Ton Overshadows Gill's Return, Rinku, Arya, Badoni Hit Centuries
Skipper Uday Saharan: Skipper Uday Saharan struck an unbeaten century to rescue Punjab after Shubman Gill's return to the Ranji Trophy lasted just five balls, while Rinku Singh, Priyansh Arya and Ayush Badoni also notched up hundreds on day one of the second round of the prestigious competition on Sunday. In the Elite Group B clash at the new PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh, Saharan's unbeaten 106, laced with 13 fours, lifted Punjab to 269/4 against Chhattisgarh. Rinku's 118 not out, coming off 186 balls and laced with 11 fours and two sixes, pulled Uttar Pradesh out of trouble to 202 Goa, before the latter reached 43/0 in 12 overs. Arya, playing his first game of the season, fell one run short of a maiden double hundred in first-class cricket, while captain Badoni hit 115 not out to put Delhi in command by taking them to 381/4 against Gujarat. Saharan, who captained India to runners-up finish in the 2024 Mens U19 World Cup, used the sweep and the slog sweep to good effect against Chhattisgarh's left-arm spin pair of Dharmendrasinh Jadeja and Ajay Mandal. Openers Vihaan Malhotra (40 off 77 balls) and Harnoor Pannu put on another half-century stand to see off the new ball, before the duo were trapped lbw by Jadeja and Mandal respectively. Gill, playing his first Ranji game of the season before departing for India's tour of New Zealand, came in at number four but fell for one. Mandal drew him forward and beat him through the gate to knock back the stumps. Saharan and Prabhsimran Singh (62 off 133 balls) then rebuilt the innings with a 130-run stand for the fourth wicket. Though Prabhsimran was trapped lbw by Jadeja before tea break arrived, Saharan marched forward to bring up his third first-class hundred off 168 balls. Wicketkeeper-batter Salil Arora (38 not out off 75 balls) ensured Punjab added 71 runs in the final session without further loss. In Elite Group A game at Green Park in Kanpur, Rinku hit his 11th first-class century, his second in successive games this season, to single-handedly drag Uttar Pradesh from 137/9 to 202 against Goa. At Reliance Stadium in Vadodara, Raj Limbani's four-wicket haul helped Baroda bowl out Bihar for 166, before they reached 77/3. At Sher-i-Kashmir Stadium in Srinagar, debutant Kawalpreet Singh fell four runs short of a century but rescued defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, who were all out for 260 in 82.5 overs against Vidarbha. Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh's pacers bowled out Puducherry for 177, with the former finishing on 23/ 2 at stumps. In Elite Group B, a maiden fifty from Manvanth Kumar led a lower-order fightback for Karnataka, who reached 281/8 after birthday boy Jaydev Unadkat and Chetan Sakariya had made early inroads for Saurashtra in Alur. Sibsankar Roy's half-century steered Assam to 228/6 against Tripura, while Andhra spinners Saurabh Kumar and T Vijay bowled out Hyderabad for 275. Andhra were 9 for no loss at stumps and trail by 266 runs. In Elite Group C, without veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, Bengal were bowled out for 184 by Services, but the visitors came back to leave the hosts at 83/5. Sachin Baby's unbeaten 112 rescued Kerala, who reached 245/6 against Odisha. Left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Vicky Ostwal's four-wicket haul helped Maharashtra dismiss Jharkhand for 169, with the hosts reaching 85/3 at stumps at Pune. In Elite Group D, Mumbai bowled out Himachal Pradesh for 140 at Bilaspur and were 107/2 at stumps, and trail by just 33 runs. At the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh (4-34) and left-arm spinner and captain R Sai Kishore (4-40) shared eight wickets as Tamil Nadu bowled out Uttarakhand for 134 in 56.2 overs. Avneesh Sudha top-scored for Uttarakhand with 54 off 103 balls, hitting seven fours, while Mayank Mishra chipped in with a patient 33 off 114 deliveries, including hitting a four and two sixes. In reply, Tamil Nadu reached 85/2 in 27 overs at stumps and trail by 49 runs. N Jagadeesan made 37 off 53 balls, while Pradosh Ranjan Paul was unbeaten on 37 off 73 deliveries. Overnight rain in Chennai and a wet outfield delayed the start until 10.30 am, and bad light brought an early end to the day's play at 5.28 pm. Avneesh Sudha top-scored for Uttarakhand with 54 off 103 balls, hitting seven fours, while Mayank Mishra chipped in with a patient 33 off 114 deliveries, including hitting a four and two sixes. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Indian refiners fuel exports to West surge 43% amid Russian crude imports
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Gujarat's Big Investment Push: Delegations to Visit 22 Countries, Roadshows in 8 Cities
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Indian refiners' fuel exports to the West jump 43% as they keep processing Russian crude
Reliance Industries Ltd's Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat supplied six of the seven cargoes unloaded at EU ports that month, despite the bloc's ban on fuel made from Russian crude
Indian refiners' fuel exports to West rise 43% amid Russian crude use
Refineries in India and two other countries that run on Russian crude shipped 1 billion euros (USD 1.2 billion) of oil products to sanctioning countries in September, up 43 per cent from August, according to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). Reliance Industries Ltd's Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat supplied six of the seven cargoes unloaded at EU ports that month, despite the bloc's ban on fuel made from Russian crude. The CREA report covers refineries in India, Turkiye and Brunei. The EU took 667 million euros' worth of their products, Australia 168 million euros, the US 154 million euros and New Zealand 19 million euros. CREA estimated 295 million euros' worth was refined from Russian crude. Jamnagar also supplied the group's largest US-bound exports, worth 122 million euros, and Russian crude made up 32 per cent of its imports from July to September. Italy received three of the seven EU-bound shipments, Romania two, and Spain and Cyprus one each. Exports repor
Gujarat: Nearly 46 pc boat ambulance emergencies linked to pregnancy complications
Gandhinagar, Oct 18 Pregnancy-related complications accounted for nearly 46 per cent of the 777 medical emergencies handled by Gujarats two The post Gujarat: Nearly 46 pc boat ambulance emergencies linked to pregnancy complications appeared first on Bilkul Online .
Flamingo nests found in Sambhar Lake
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Sabarmati-Jammu Tawi Express extended up to Katra with 3 new halt points
Jammu, Oct 17: The Ministry of Railways has approved the extension of Sabarmati BG-Jammu Tawi Express up to Katra with effect from October 18, 2026 from Sabarmati and from October 20, 2026 from Katra. The extension has been approved with three new halting points i.e., Samba, Bari Brahmana and Udhampur railway stations. Thousands of passengers, Railway officials stated, would get direct benefit from this decision. However, due to operational reasons, consequent upon its extension, the timings of around two dozen trains passing through Jammu Railway Division, originating or terminating at Katra have also been partially revised. The extended train will ensure direct train connectivity from Gujarat to Vaishno Devi. After the extension, lakhs of pilgrims of Mata Vaishno Devi coming from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab will get the facility to reach Katra directly without transhipment, said Raghvender Singh, Public Relations Inspector, Jammu Railway Division of Northern Railway. Additional halts of train numbers 19223/19224 approved at Samba, Bari Brahmana and Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Udhampur railway stations will facilitate the passengers, providing direct long-distance train facility to the local people, students, traders and military personnel of these areas. It will be especially beneficial for the people connected with the Bari Brahman industrial area, Singh said. He asserted that in terms of tourism and economy also, the extended daily train would connect Katra via Sabarmati, Bathinda, Firozpur, Jalandhar, Pathankot, boosting religious tourism as well as trade and employment. With regard to the extended trains schedule, according to Singh, the train number 19223 will depart from Sabarmati at 10.25 am and will reach Jammu Tawi at 15.35 pm on the second day and Katra at 18.55 pm. On its return journey, train number 19224 will depart from Katra at 4.50 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 7.40 am, which is convenient for onward journeys. Jammu Division appeals to all passengers to avail maximum benefit of this extended facility. For detailed information about the train, information can also be obtained from the official website of Railways and NTES, Singh said. Giving a detailed account of the revised schedules of trains following extension of Sabarmati BG-Jammu Tawi Express up to Katra, Singh informed that train number 22478 - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - New Delhi Vande Bharat would depart from Katra at 5.40 am, from Udhampur at 6.08 am, from Jammu at 7.08 am and from Martyr Captain Sunil Kumar Choudhary Kathua railway station at 8.01 am with effect from October 20, 2026. Train number 14503 Kalka-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will depart from Jammu Tawi at 3.20 am, from Udhampur at 4.12 am and arrive at Katra railway station at 4.47 am, effective from October 20. Train number 15656 - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-Kamakhya will depart from Katra at 3.40 am, from Udhampur at 4.06 am, with effect from October 21. Train number 14612 - Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - Ghazipur City will depart from Katra at 3.40 am with effect from October 22. Train number 19415 Sabarmati-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will depart from Jammu at 4.15 am, from Udhampur at 5.16 am and reach Katra at 6.25 am, with effect from October 25. Train number 74909 - Jammu Tawi-Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan DMU will depart from Jammu at 8.10 am, reach Udhampur at 10.10 am, with effect from October 20. Train number 22318 will depart from Jammu at 6.50 am with effect from October 21. Train number 16031 will depart from Jammu at 8.42 am, from Udhampur at 10.38 am and reach Katra at 11.50 am with effect from October 18. Train number 16317 will depart from Jammu at 8.30 am, from Udhampur at 10.02 am, reach at Katra at 11.50 am with effect from October 23 and train number16787 will depart from Jammu at 8.42 am, from Udhampur at 10.38 am, reach Katra at 11.50 am from October 19. Similarly, time schedules have been partially revised for around over a dozen other trains passing through Jammu Railway Division, originating or terminating at Katra.
Over 53,000 Women Receive Support from Sakhi One-Stop Centers in Gujarat
Since 2017, over 53,000 women have benefited from Gujarats Sakhi One-Stop Centers, providing vital support for those affected by violence. Over 53,000 Women Receive Support from Sakhi One-Stop Centers in Gujarat
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Gujarat govt to take investment pitch to 22 nations, eight Indian cities ahead of Vibrant Summit
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Gujarat Government Takes Steps to Reduce Non-Academic Burden on Teachers
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SabarmatiJammu Tawi Express extended to Katra from Oct 18; three new halts approved
Jammu, Oct 17: The Ministry of Railways has approved the extension of Sabarmati BGJammu Tawi Express to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, with the extended service commencing from Sabarmati on October 18 and from Katra on October 20, an official said on Saturday. The extension will add another train service to Katra, the base camp for pilgrims visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, and provide an additional travel option for passengers from Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab along the route, a Northern Railway Jammu Division spokesperson said. He said the railways has also approved additional halts for the train at Samba, Bari Brahmana and Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan railway stations in the Jammu region. The new stoppages are expected to benefit local residents, students, traders, industrial workers and military personnel, particularly those associated with the Bari Brahmana industrial area, the spokesman said. He said the daily service will connect Katra with Sabarmati and major stations along the route, including Bathinda, Firozpur, Jalandhar and Pathankot. The extension is expected to support religious tourism, facilitate passenger movement and provide a boost to trade and employment in the region. As per the announced schedule, train number 19223 will depart from Sabarmati at 10:25 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 3:35 pm on the second day, before arriving at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra at 6:55 pm. On the return journey, train number 19224 will depart from Katra at 4:50 am and reach Jammu Tawi at 7:40 am.
Gujarats Boat Ambulances Respond to 777 Medical Emergencies, Majority Pregnancy-Related
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Gujarat forms committee to review teachers non-academic workload, online data entry
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 17 (IANS) The Gujarat government has initiated a review of non-academic duties assigned to schoolteachers, including data entry on multiple online portals, with Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja directing a committee of senior officials to recommend ways to reduce their workload and allow them to devote more time to classroom teaching. At a high-level meeting in Gandhinagar on Saturday, Vaja reviewed the additional responsibilities assigned to primary and secondary school teachers by various departments, along with teacher training requirements and data entry work on different online portals. The committee will comprise senior officials from the Education Department, the Gujarat Council of Educational Research and Training (GCERT), Samagra Shiksha and the Commissioner of Schools. It will examine the issue in detail and submit a report to the state government, which will take a final decision based on its recommendations. The classroom is a teachers true workplace, Vaja said, stressing the need to reduce unnecessary online data entry and non-academic duties so that teachers can spend more time on teaching and other academic activities. The minister said the government is committed to addressing teachers concerns and that efforts to simplify their work were being undertaken in mission mode. The stated objective is to improve the quality of education by allowing teachers to focus more closely on students learning. Referring to the national goal of Viksit Bharat 2047 envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vaja said: Education would be key to achieving the target and that teachers had an important role to play. He called for the government, teachers and students to work together towards nation-building. The review will cover the workload arising from online reporting, data entry and other responsibilities assigned by different departments, in addition to teacher training. The committees findings are expected to inform the governments decision on measures to simplify teachers duties. Principal Secretary of the Education Department, Milind Torawane; Director of Primary Education, Prakash Trivedi; and senior officials from the Education Department, GCERT and Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan attended the meeting.
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From Pregnancy to Cardiac Emergencies: Gujarat boat ambulances handle 777 medical cases
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Muslims asked to leave Garba event, Aditya Gadhvi breaks silence
Hyderabad: A Navratri night featuring Khalasi singer Aditya Gadhvi has sparked controversy after an announcement from the stage asked Muslims and other non-Hindus to leave the venue. As the video circulated online, the Gujarati folk singer issued a clarification, distancing himself from the remarks. The incident took place during the Rang Morla ft. Aditya Gadhvi Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
HNGU Result 2026 Out - Check B.Sc, M.Sc, B.Ed
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Gujarat chemical plant blast kills 5, injures 5 in Bharuch district
As many as five workers were killed and five others injured after an explosion ripped through a chemical manufacturing unit in Gujarat's Bharuch district, officials said on Saturday. The blast occurred around 10 pm on Friday during a hydrogenation process at SynZeal Pharmachem in the Saykha GIDC area in Vagra taluka, triggering a toxic leak of methylene dichloride (MDC) gas, they said. SynZeal Pharmachem, set up in Saykha only a year ago, has been manufacturing pharma intermediaries, Bharuch Sub-Divisional Magistrate Manisha Manani said. The explosion, suspected to have occurred during a hydrogenation process, was so powerful that it ripped apart the reactor tank, scattering machinery parts across the premises, she said. Superintendent of Police Akshyaraj Makwana told PTI that five people were killed in the blast, while five others sustained injuries. The deceased were identified as Jaydeep Maheshbhai Patel and Bhavik Dilipkumar Vasava, both hailing from Amod; Vrund Talaviya from
Five workers killed, many injured in blast at chemical unit in Gujarats Bharuch
The explosion, suspected to have occurred during a hydrogenation process, was so powerful that it ripped apart the reactor tank, scattering machinery parts across the premises, Bharuch Sub-Divisional Magistrate Manisha Manani said
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Five killed, six injured in reactor blast at Gujarat pharma unit
Digital Desk | Bharuch, Oct 17 (IANS) At least five workers were killed and six injured after a 15-kilolitre reactor exploded during a hydrogenation process at a pharmaceutical manufacturing unit in Gujarats Bharuch district late on Friday night, with a reported methylene dichloride (MDC) gas leak adding to the impact of the incident, according to reports on Saturday. The explosion occurred at SynZeal Pharmachem in the Saykha Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) estate in Vagra taluka. The force of the blast sent debris from the reactor beyond the company premises, while machinery parts and metal sheets were scattered across the plant, according to reports. The subsequent gas leak reportedly left the area shrouded in dust and haze, with workers and others at the site complaining of severe eye irritation. The injured were taken to hospitals in Bharuch and Vadodara for treatment, while the bodies of the deceased were shifted to Bharuch Civil Hospital. The incident triggered panic across the industrial estate, prompting police and district authorities to reach the site and initiate rescue operations. Teams from the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) and the Industrial Safety and Health Department also began an investigation into the explosion and the circumstances surrounding the reported chemical leak. Bharuch Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Manisha Manani, said the blast occurred during the hydrogenation process. Officials are examining the cause of the explosion and whether the unit complied with applicable industrial safety requirements. The precise cause has not yet been established. Four of the deceased were reportedly identified as Jaideep Patel, 27, a shift in-charge from Vagra; Aniketkumar Harikishor, 24; Arjun Ramsingh Gautam, 20; and Vrund Talavia. Authorities were still verifying the identity of the fifth victim. The company had reportedly begun operations with 53 employees and had not completed a year at the Saykha GIDC estate. The investigation is expected to establish what caused the reactor to explode, the extent of the chemical release and whether any safety lapses contributed to the deaths and injuries.
5 workers killed in explosion at chemical unit in Gujarat's Bharuch
A tragic explosion at a chemical plant in Bharuch, Gujarat, led to the loss of five workers' lives, with an additional five others injured and receiving hospital care. The incident disrupted ongoing manufacturing activities, creating a terrifying noise that sent shockwaves through the local community. As authorities delve deeper into the investigation, they aim to uncover the explosion's cause and implement measures to avert similar occurrences in the future.
Five workers killed, five injured in explosion at Gujarat chemical unit
Five workers died and five others sustained injuries from an explosion at a chemical unit in Gujarat's Bharuch district.
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