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Nadda calls for stronger grassroots action in meeting with Gujarat MPs - Daily Pioneer
Nadda calls for stronger grassroots action in meeting with Gujarat MPs Daily Pioneer
VMC spends 1.73cr to repair three ageing bridges
Theft accused held after 15 years in Panchmahal
Couple killed after being hit by truck on NH-48
Tribal YouTuber arrested for video supporting Maoist leader Hidma
Amazon signs MoU with GSV for logistics research
Amul partners with Argentina Football body
4 from Ahmedabad arrested for theft of NRIs gold jewellery
4 from Ahmedabad arrested for theft of NRIs gold jewellery - Times of India
4 from Ahmedabad arrested for theft of NRIs gold jewellery Times of India
Deaf educator launches Gujarats first English course, wins national award - Times of India
Deaf educator launches Gujarats first English course, wins national award Times of India
Amber-grift? Lab tests cast doubts over recent seizures - Times of India
Amber-grift? Lab tests cast doubts over recent seizures Times of India
Gujarat accounts for 20% of TOEFL centres in India - Times of India
Gujarat accounts for 20% of TOEFL centres in India Times of India
ICICI Bank fined Rs 10 lakh, Vodafone Rs 5 lakh in Gujarat SIM fraud case - MSN
ICICI Bank fined Rs 10 lakh, Vodafone Rs 5 lakh in Gujarat SIM fraud case MSN
No BU nod: 12 preschools, schools in Ahmedabad sealed - Times of India
No BU nod: 12 preschools, schools in Ahmedabad sealed Times of India
Dropouts rise, classrooms shrink, but Gujarat schools still have surplus teachers
AHMEDABAD: Gujarats latest education statistics reveal a system caught between falling enrolments and stubborn secondary-level dropouts. The five-year dropout trend sets the stage. Primary-level dropout rates remained nearly negligible, touching 1.02% in 2020-21, falling to 0% for two consecutive years, and inching up slightly to 0.1% and 0.2% in 2023-24 and 2024-25. Upper primary dropout rates have fluctuated over the years rising from 4.54% in 2020-21 to 4.95% in 2021-22, peaking at 5.8% in 2022-23, dipping to 4.2% in 2023-24, and again climbing back to 5.8% in 2024-25. Secondary dropout trends reveal sharp swings from a high 23.31% in 2020-21, dropping to 17.85% in 2021-22, surging again to 23.3% in 2022-23, easing to 21% in 2023-24, and falling further to 16.9% in 2024-25. This pattern becomes sharper when broken down by social groups. For Scheduled Castes in 2024-25, dropout at the primary level is nearly absent, but upper primary and secondary still show 4.4% and 15.4%, For 2024-25 in Gujarat, dropout rates among Scheduled Tribes (ST) stand at 0.2% in primary classes, 7.7% at the upper-primary level, and a significantly higher 20.2% in secondary education. The data on government school enrolment adds another troubling layer. Even as dropout rates surge at higher grades, the state is simultaneously witnessing a growing number of schools with less than ten or even zero students. This figure ballooned from 677 schools in 2022-23 to 906 in 2023-24, before dipping to 748 in 2024-25 still significantly high. Yet the teacher count in these near-empty schools has also climbed: from 1,391 teachers in 2022-23 to 1,641 in 2023-24, with a dip to 1,353 in 2024-25. The imbalance is stark: more teachers but fewer students raising critical questions on deployment, efficiency, and long-term planning. The backdrop to these anomalies is the steady reduction in the total number of government schools. Gujarat had 35,040 schools in 2019-20; the count slid gradually to 34,597 by 2023-24, recovering slightly to 34,638 in 2024-25. This shrinking footprint, combined with rising dropout rates and thinning enrolments in many campuses, paints a picture of consolidation without commensurate revitalisation.
Ahmedabad Crime Branch steps up crackdown on cybercrime mule accounts
Statewide operation targets mule accounts, bank negligence and cybercrime networks across Gujarat
Former Chief Secretary of Gujarat Pankaj Joshi appointed chairperson of GERC
The post of the chairperson was unoccupied for almost three months
Watch: American Vlogger Relished Gujarati Locho And Sosyo In Surat, Wins Foodies' Approval
A viral reel shows an American travel vlogger relishing locho at a local food joint in Surat. She pairs it with the popular drink, Sosyo, and enjoys both.
Gujarat scraps 6.34 lakh ration cards in five years: Data cleanup or silent exclusion?
AHMEDABAD: A fresh disclosure in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday has brought Gujarats food security framework under intense scrutiny, revealing 75,17,392 active ration cards but overshadowed by a persistent and rising wave of deletions across the past five years. In total, Gujarat has removed 6.34 lakh ration cards between 2020 and October 2025, revealing a continuous churn in its beneficiary list. The deletions signal an ongoing verification drive that has raised pressing questions on beneficiary identification, data accuracy and administrative accountability. What began in 2020 as a seemingly routine correction with 47,936 deletions ballooned dramatically in 2021, when removals shot up to 2,19,151, sparking immediate questions about what exactly was being filtered out. The trend continued: 1,32,519 deletions in 2022, 1,35,362 in 2023, and another 30,889 in 2024 kept the system in constant churn. By October 2025, an additional 69,102 cards had already been deleted. In total, Gujarat has struck 6.34 lakh ration cards from its lists in six years, a scale that makes clear this was no one-time clean-up. The spike of 2021 marked the highest annual jump, but the momentum in 2022 and 2023 each crossing 1.3 lakh deletions showed that the pruning exercise had become structural. Gujarat removes 22.68 lakh workers from MGNREGA records Even 2024 and 2025 continued the purge, adding over one lakh more deletions. Each years figure feeds into the next, raising the critical question of whether Gujarats system is improving accuracy or signalling administrative inconsistencies and possible silent exclusions. The Centre, however, placed the responsibility on the States/UTs, reiterating in Parliament that identification and management of NFSA beneficiary lists lie entirely with state governments. This clarification narrows the accountability lens squarely on Gujarats verification mechanisms while distancing the Union Government from operational decisions. According to the official explanation, deletions were triggered by duplicate entries, ineligible beneficiaries, e-KYC mismatches, recorded deaths and permanent migration framing the purge as both demographic and technical housekeeping. Importantly, the government stressed that no ration card was cancelled solely for failing e-KYC or Aadhaar authentication, pushing back against concerns of digital exclusion. Adding a final layer of complexity, the government claimed that no formal complaints of wrongful deletions have been received. Yet the absence of complaints amid rising deletions raises its own question does it reflect efficient governance or limited access to grievance mechanisms among vulnerable households? As the figures accumulate year after year, the emerging narrative is sharp and conflicted: an expansive data cleaning drive that Gujarat presents as essential maintenance, but one that critics fear may be quietly edging out those who need support the most.
Anant National University hosted its 7th Convocation, conferring degrees on 299 students from the Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Architecture, Master of Design, Anant Fellowship in Sustainability and Built Environment, MSc in Sustainability and Built Environment and Anant Fellowship in Climate Action. Padma Shri awardee and Chief Scientist and Co-founder of Zoho Corporation, Dr Sridhar Vembu, was the Chief Guest. Mr Ajay Piramal, President, Anant National University, Dr Sanjeev Vidyarthi, Provost, Anant National University, and the members of the board were present during the convocation. “ Coming to Anant National University has truly been a joy. The creativity and purpose-driven designs by Anant students blew my mind. I saw remarkable work—the kind of innovation our nation urgently needs ,” Dr Vembu shared, drawing the audience of students, faculty and families into deep engagement. He reflected on India’s evolving design landscape, emphasising the importance of future-oriented thinking. “ We often celebrate the achievements of our past, yet rarely do we pause to honour what we are building in the present. We must think beyond our own lifetimes and create for the future, and Anant is clearly teaching its students to do exactly that .” Dr Sanjeev Vidyarthi, Provost Anant National University while addressing the graduates in the 7th convocation Dr Vembu, who Co-founded Zoho in 1996 and led it as CEO for over twenty years, now helms the company’s cutting-edge AI and deep-tech research—an evolution he describes as “t he joy of building for tomorrow .” Following his address, Mr Piramal, President of Anant National University, spoke about design as a powerful force for national transformation. “ Design gives us the tools to reimagine industries, rebuild communities and renew our environment. It is how we transition from ‘Make in India’ as an aspiration to ‘Design for India’ as a philosophy ,” he said. Provost Dr Sanjeev Vidyarthi then addressed the 299 graduands from programmes spanning design, architecture, sustainability, climate action and fellowship tracks, situating their journey within India’s moment of accelerating growth. “ As you enter this new chapter, remember that there couldn’t have been a better time to begin. India stands in a moment of remarkable opportunity. We are growing, innovating and moving with purpose toward becoming Viksit Bharat within just a few decades .” He reinforced the generational responsibility the young designers carry, “ You will be the builders of the Viksit Bharat, a sustainable, inclusive and globally recognised country. An India where design thinking shapes governance, industry and everyday life .” This year’s convocation also honoured exceptional achievers across Academic Excellence, Innovation, Best Graduation Project, Best Thesis, Best Live-Action Project and Best Student categories. To mark the graduating cohort’s creative journey, the university transformed its entire campus into a vibrant, immersive exhibition space. Studios, galleries and auditoriums showcased an array of student-led innovations—from design prototypes and sustainability solutions to architectural models and climate-action initiatives—turning the university into a living museum of ideas shaping India’s future. www.anant.edu.in . About Anant National University Anant National University, India’s premier design university, is dedicated to training students to devise solutions for global problems. Anant follows the DesignX pedagogy, where ‘X’ is the symbol drawn from mathematics, representing enhancement. This new learning approach multiplies traditional design pedagogy with liberal arts disciplines, emerging technologies and knowledge drawn from hands-on community experiences to help understand our world better and to devise impactful solutions. Our multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in design, architecture, climate action and visual arts harness knowledge from various disciplines and traditional practices to integrate it with cutting-edge technology to address diverse challenges. We train our designers to become solutionaries — revolutionary thinkers with a solution-oriented mindset. Anant National University has been recognised as the Centre of Excellence by the Government of Gujarat, highlighting our efforts to provide our students with world-class education, innovative pedagogy, high employability and enhanced entrepreneurial and research opportunities. Anant has also received the prestigious ‘5-Star Rating’ in the category of Architecture and a ‘4-Star Rating’ in the University category in the Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework (GSIRF) 2023-24. These recognitions reinforce our commitment to creating a world-class institution of great eminence and excellence.
7-Year-Old Girl Brutalised With Iron Rod After Rape Attempt In Gujarat
A horrific case of a minor's assault has emerged from Gujarat's Rajkot in which a rod was inserted into a seven-year-old's private parts after an attempted rape by the perpetrator.
Watch: Python Revived With CPR After Head Injury In Gujarat
A python was rescued in Gujarat after the combined efforts of the Forest Department and a Dediapada-based animal welfare activist from the organisation called Jivdaya Premi.
UNESCO honours eternal human longing for peace, triumph of good: India on Deepavali inscription
India already has 15 other elements inscribed on the UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, including the Kumbh Mela, Durga Puja of Kolkata, Garba dance of Gujarat, yoga, the tradition of Vedic chanting and Ramlila -- the traditional performance of the epic 'Ramayana'.
Saving the Gentle Giant: How Indias Fishers Are Leading a Whale Shark Revival
Once targeted for oil and meat, the whale shark is now being saved by fishers along Indias Arabian Sea coast. What began as a Gujarat-led conservation movement has reached Lakshadweep and Kerala. With awareness drives and rescue compensation, fishers are learning safe disentanglement techniques. Yet, inadequate support and social security gaps continue to challenge the people risking their livelihoods to protect this gentle giant. Mongabay India correspondent K A Shaji reports On a March morning in Poonthura, near Keralas capital [] The post Saving the Gentle Giant: How Indias Fishers Are Leading a Whale Shark Revival appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
An incident similar to the Delhis Nirbhaya incident has occurred in Rajkot district of Gujarat. A seven-year-old girl was allegedly raped and severely injured by inserting an iron rod into her private parts in a village under the jurisdiction of ...
20-Year-Old Killed, Dismembered By Friend In Gujarat After Dispute Involving A Woman
Ramesh Maheshwari, missing from Muru village in Nakhatrana, Gujarat, was found murdered and dismembered. Police allege his friend Kishore killed him after a dispute over a woman.
6-Year-Old Girl Assaulted By Metal Rod After Failed Rape Attempt In Gujarat; Private Parts Injured
A six-year-old girl in Rajkot was brutally attacked after an attempted rape, sparking outrage and a police manhunt that led to the arrest of a 35-year-old farm labourer from Dahod.
Four killed, 27 injured in bus-truck collision on Jaipur-Bikaner National Highway
JAIPUR: Four people were killed and 27 others injured after a bus collided head-on with a truck on Jaipur-?Bikaner National Highway in the Sikar district of Rajasthan on Tuesday night. The sleeper bus was travelling from Bikaner towards Jaipur when they rammed into each other. The police said that four persons died in the accident, adding that 15 injured were admitted to the Sikar district hospital while 13 were given primary treatment at Fatehgarh. One critically injured person referred from the Sikar district hospital to SMS Hospital in Jaipur died during treatment, the police said. The group of passengers was returning Gujarat after visiting Jammu and Kashmir when the accident occurred, the police added.
Gujarat Man Murdered, Body Chopped By Friend After Fight Over Woman
A 20-year-old man from Gujarat, who had been missing for six days, was found murdered, with police uncovering that he was allegedly killed and dismembered by his friend over a dispute involving a woman.
What happened on 10th December in history: The most significant events over the years
December 10th marks significant historical moments, including the birth anniversaries of Indian National Congress President Siddhavanahalli Nijalingappa and archaeologist Hasmukh Sankalia. It also commemorates the death anniversaries of liberation warrior Chaudhary Digambar Singh and Nobel Prize founder Alfred Nobel. The day is globally recognized as Human Rights Day and saw the launch of India's first hovercraft service in Gujarat.
Compute profs pension, including ad hoc service: HC
Patients claim that vertigo is not always ear-related granted
Fire breaks out in furniture shop
Marriage certificate files missing in four Jambughoda villages
Vadodara airport hit by IndiGo flight cancellations again
Encroachments razed in Kadak Bazaar, station areas
IIT Gandhinagar gets Gujarats first Gen-Z themed post office - AP7AM
IIT Gandhinagar gets Gujarats first Gen-Z themed post office AP7AM
NEW DELHI: Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday said that attacking tall leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru cannot divert attention from the real issues. Speaking in the Rajya Sabha during the debate on the 150th anniversary of the national song, Kharge added that the purpose of the House must be to focus on the burning issues facing the nation, because the true tribute to Bharat Mata will be paid only when the Parliament debates the concerns of the people and their solutions. Kharge countered Prime Minister Narendra Modi's charges that Nehru removed four stanzas from 'Vande Mataram' to appease the Muslim League and its leader Mohammad Ali Jinnah by reminding the BJP that it was their founder Syama Prasad Mookerjee who had formed a government in alliance with the Muslim League in Bengal and not Nehru. He noted that the decision to adopt only the first two stanzas of the national song was taken in the Congress Working Committee meeting held in 1937. He said, those present in the meeting that approved only the first two stanzas as the national song, included besides Pandit Nehru, Mahatma Gandhi, Subhas Chandra Bose, Rabindranath Tagore, Abul Kalam Azad, Acharya Kripalani, Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, Dr Rajendra Prasad, GB Pant and others. Why target Pandit Nehru selectively? he asked, pointing out, it was a collective decision of all these leaders. On real issues faced by the people of the country, he specially referred to the falling value of rupee against the US dollar and reminded PM Modi what he had said on the same issue as Gujarat Chief Minister in 2012. He quoted Modi as having alleged that it was due to the corruption that the value of rupee had fallen. Is it because of the same reasons that the value of rupee has fallen today, as you had attributed to its fall then? he asked. It is like a Himalayan fall, the way the rupee's value has fallen, he remarked. Kharge also referred to the foreign policy disaster during the NDA regime, pointing out how the neighbouring countries like Nepal and Bangladesh, which were traditional allies, had grown too distant from India. He said, Nepal was coming closer to China and Bangladesh, for the first time since 1971, was moving closer to Pakistan. He said China was expanding its influence in South Asia at the cost of Indias interests and influence. Taking a dig at Prime Minister Modis claims of possessing a 56-inch chest, he asked, what is the point of having such a broad chest when you cannot defend the country's interest and cannot stand up to Chinese bullying? He referred to aggressive expansionist claims of China over Arunachal Pradesh, pointing out how a woman from the state had been detained for 18 hours at a Chinese airport and was told that her Indian passport was illegal and she should apply for a Chinese passport. Kharge concluded his speech by urging the government to stop spreading falsehoods and slinging mud at national heroes to cover up its own failures. He said that whenever BJP leaders insult those who sacrificed everything for Indias freedom, it only becomes clearer that they and their ideological forefathers had no role in the countrys independence. He advised the government not to make a mockery of itself by questioning the wisdom of the heroes of the freedom struggle.
Gujarat, Maharashtra, UP account for almost 60% of capacity under PM Surya Ghar
The PMSG: MBY is a demand driven scheme, wherein all residential consumers in the country having grid connected electricity connection of the local Discom can avail the benefits of the scheme by applying on the National Portal of the scheme.
Kejriwal Gujarat Jail: Kejriwal Denied Jail Visit, Criticizes BJP - Deccan Herald
Kejriwal Gujarat Jail: Kejriwal Denied Jail Visit, Criticizes BJP Deccan Herald
Namma Yatri wins multi-year contract to power Bharat Taxis tech stack
Bharat Taxi is a new government-backed, cooperative ride-hailing app in India. According to Namma Yatris co-founder and COO, Shan M S, the service is being piloted in Delhi and Gujarat.
Gujarat removes 22.68 lakh workers from MGNREGA records
AHMEDABAD: Fresh official data tabled in Lok Sabha on 9th December paints an alarming picture of mass deletions under MGNREGA in Gujarat. From 2019-20 to 2024-25, over 7.49 lakh job cards were deleted, and nearly 22.68 lakh workers were removed from job cards, raising serious questions on transparency, eligibility checks, and the future of rural livelihood support in the state. A new data disclosure in Lok Sabha on Tuesday has opened a sharp debate on transparency and accountability in Gujarats implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA). The Union Ministry of Rural Development has reported a massive and accelerating deletion trend, which is reshaping the ground reality of rural employment in the state. The numbers tell a stark story. Gujarat has seen a year-on-year rise in deletion of job cards, beginning with 40,314 deletions in 2019-20, jumping to 1,31,080 in 2020-21, dipping slightly to 40,289 in 2021-22, only to spike again with 1,46,141 deletions in 2022-23. The situation intensified dramatically in 2023-24, where deletions ballooned to 3,38,533 job cards the highest in five years. Even in the ongoing financial year 2024-25, the deletion trend continues with 53,616 job cards already removed, signalling the process is far from slowing. But job cards arent the only concern worker deletion data is even more staggering. Between 2019-20 and 2023-24, Gujarat removed workers linked to job cards at an unprecedented scale: In 2019-20, Gujarat removed 1,54,654 workers from the MGNREGA registry a baseline that almost tripled the following year with 4,35,435 deletions in 2020-21. The trend briefly dipped in 2021-22, recording 1,43,195 removals, only to surge again in subsequent years. By 2022-23, deletions jumped dramatically to 5,59,478, marking a significant expansion in exclusion from the programme. The sharpest rise came in 2023-24, when the number nearly doubled again, reaching 9,75,994 deleted workers the highest point in the five-year dataset. This means worker deletions increased over six times between 2019-20 and 2023-24, creating a pattern that demands deeper scrutiny. Even in a shorter review span between October 10, 2025, and November 14, 2025, Gujarat deleted 5,433 workers, proving that the purge continues. The Central government attempted to justify the deletions, stating they were based on reasons such as fake or duplicate entries, incorrect registration, migration, gram panchayats reclassified as urban, or cases where the sole member listed on the job card had died. Officials further insisted that states must ensure that no eligible or deserving household is excluded, and must follow strict Standard Operating Procedures before deleting any job card or worker record. However, the wider national picture raises more questions than answers. The government admitted that, between 2019-20 and 2024-25, states across India deleted 4.57 crore (457.97 lakh) job cards, even as 6.54 crore (654.22 lakh) new job cards were issued during the same period. This wide replacement pattern suggests either large-scale system corrections or equally large-scale instability in the database and beneficiary continuity. Together, these numbers create a narrative that is both revealing and unsettling. The data indicates a churn rather than a stable beneficiary system, prompting concerns over whether genuine workers are losing access to guaranteed employment a constitutional rural safety net meant to support the most vulnerable.
Gill, Buttler, and the gaps around them; puzzles GT must solve in Abu Dhabi
With only 5 wins in 14 matches and a win percentage of 41.7, the 2024 season was a disaster for the Gujarat Titans as they finished 8th in the point table. However, GT had a good season last year after the mega auction and qualified for the playoffs, but were defeated in the Eliminator by the Mumbai Indians (MI).
Gujarat Titans team combination is excellent : Saba Karim
STAGE, the OTT platform built for India's regional language audiences, has completed a INR 4.2 crore secondary transaction that allowed early employees and angel investors to partially exit their holdings. The transaction was facilitated by Hissa Fund, which specializes in providing liquidity to startup employees before traditional exit events. STAGE in partnership with HISSA Fund completes INR 4.2 Crore liquidity event - 8 early employees cash out ESOPs after 6-year bet on regional content Six years, from zero to six million For the eight employees who participated, this wasn't a routine financial event. Several joined STAGE when the idea of building a premium OTT platform for Haryanvi, Rajasthani, and Bhojpuri content seemed like a moon shot. Junaid and Kunal, both founding team members who have been with STAGE since day one. They are among those who sold a portion of their vested ESOPs. " I used the money to pay off my home loan ," says Junaid . "In the Indian context, fully owning the house where your family sleeps means something. Six years ago, I took a risk when I decided to back my founders. Today, that bet has paid for my home ." Kunal's first move was simpler: " I gave it to my mother ,” he said. " Watching her face when she saw the amount credited, I'll remember this moment for a long time ." Rohit Deshmukh (Product Manager at STAGE) saw the buyback as proof of something he'd sensed when he joined. " I've worked at places where 'ownership culture' is a slide in an all-hands deck. Here, I got ESOPs on day one. Now I've cashed a portion of them out. That's the difference between talking about ownership and actually doing it. " Why this matters STAGE has grown to over 6 million+ paying subscribers, making it one of India's largest regional language OTT platforms. The company is preparing to launch in two additional markets like Marathi & Gujarati in 2026. " As a founder, this is one of the most satisfying milestones ," says Vinay Singhal, Co-Founder of STAGE . " The people who believed in us when we had nothing now have something real to show for it. That's how it should work ." For Satish Mugulavalli, Managing Partner at Hissa Fund, STAGE represents a broader shift. " Early employees at high-growth companies often wait years for any liquidity. We are proud to help STAGE's team realize returns while the company is still scaling ." About STAGE STAGE is India's leading hyperlocal entertainment OTT platform, offering original web series, films, micro-dramas and entertainment in Haryanvi, Rajasthani, and Bhojpuri. The platform serves audiences who want premium content in their own dialects. About Hissa Fund The Hissa Fund I is a $35 million effort to solve an overlooked but important problem; Employees in growth stage startups are sitting on nearly $3 billion of ESOP value they can’t actually monetise. We’re the first fund designed to change that. By purchasing shares representing exercised options, we help them turn years of hard work into real liquidity. Thereby, we also help the startups to maximise the value of the grants they make.
Reeva recalls fathers reaction to 'Laalo' crossing Rs 100 crore
Actress Reeva Rachh, who portrayed Tulsi in the Rs 100 crore Gujarati film 'Laalo', finds immense joy not in box office success, but in the film's deep connection with audiences. She cherishes moments like interacting with elders and children, highlighting the movie's impact beyond monetary achievements, a dream fulfilled.
The Gujarat High Court has made a significant ruling, establishing that disability pensions are not subject to income tax, even for individuals who voluntarily retired. The court has instructed the income tax department to issue refunds for any taxes levied on these pensions.
Lucknow Diary | Monk returns for SIR documents after 36 yrs
A monk, who returned to his parental place after 36 years, was forced to seek police assistance when his family refused to recognise him and withheld his documents when he returned to Dharamangadpur village in the Sajeti police station area of Kanpur to collect papers needed for the SIR exercise. Sajeti police station officers intervened and, having verified his identity through the documents he carried, permitted him to take his marksheet and related records. Monk Sarvesh Sachan, known as Kallu, son of Indrapal, had left home in 1989 after graduating from DAV College in Kanpur and lived as a monk at Tauni Devi Dham in Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, for about 36 years. States milestone in renewable energy Marking a historic achievement in renewable energy journey, UP has surpassed the milestone of 3,00,000 solar installations rising to number three position after Gujarat and Maharashtra. Of the 9,83,915 applications, 3,00,654 installations were completed, bringing the states total solar capacity to 1,038.27 MW delivering clean, affordable energy. Key initiatives like the PM Surya Ghar Yojana and the states new solar policy established robust infrastructure, ensuring transparent processes, digital monitoring and timely installations taking the state ahead of path of economic transformation. The existing capacity creates opportunities. Stall No. 26 in Kashi a big draw for visitors Stall No. 26 at Namo Ghat in Varanasi is drawing visitors in hordes as it features IIT Madrass innovation-based education initiative Vidyashakti based on the theme Tamil Karkalam (Learn Tamil) at the ongoing Kashi-Tamil Sangamam 4.0 exhibition. The initiative is giving a new dimension to Tamil language learning by integrating digital tools. In line with the event theme, the model demonstrates how a language can be made simple, engaging, and accessible through simulations, gaming, quizzes, and interactive digital content. Launched in 2021, Vidyashakti has been making STEM learning interesting in 10 UP districts. Namita Bajpai Our correspondent in Uttar Pradesh namita.bajpai@newindianexpress.com
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Dacoity accused arrested after evading police for 28 years
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'Characterless people in politics': Gujarat BJP MLA Varmora's remark triggers controversy
AHMEDABAD: BJP MLA Prakash Varmora in a recent video remarked that characterless, alcohol-drinking and gambling people are entering politics, giving Congress a new opportunity to target the ruling BJP amid the ongoing liquor ban debate and internal dissatisfaction. The video, which surfaced from a recent religious event in Dhrangadhra, shows Varmora declaring that public trust has weakened due to such elements infiltrating the political system. In the circulating video, BJP MLA Prakash Varmora is heard saying, Somewhere in our politics, people without character, those who drink alcohol and gamble, have entered. He further says, Somewhere, the peoples faith in these four pillars has been shaken. Many political observers are linking the outburst to Varmoras exclusion from the Gujarat cabinet during the last reshuffle a move believed to have triggered simmering resentment beneath the surface. Sensing opportunity, Congress launched an immediate attack. Gujarat Congress spokesperson Manish Doshi aggressively responded, claiming that the MLA had merely exposed the truth festering inside the BJP. In his strongly worded statement, Doshi said several BJP leaders themselves have acknowledged alcohol consumption, illegal activities and corruption within the party structure. Doshi went further, drawing parallels between Varmoras remarks and earlier statements by senior political figures. He pointed out that a former Union Minister from Bharuch had already spoken about looting within the BJP, while even Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel had objected to talks of lifting Gujarats liquor ban. According to Congress, these repeated statements are not isolated expressions they are cracks in the ruling partys moral stance. Doshi alleged that illegal liquor trade, bribes and corruption worth crores are running the system, while Gujarats youth continue to suffer under addiction and unchecked illegal liquor networks. Congress has intensified statewide protests and public outrage rallies over the liquor issue, claiming that members from within the ruling camp have now started acknowledging the illegal liquor nexus. Doshi ended his criticism with a sharp demand the BJP government must take corrective action and protect Gujarat and Gujaratis from systemic looting.
Tata signs up Intel as first major customer for $14 billion chip foray
Tata Electronics has secured Intel as its first prospective customer for its new semiconductor fabrication and assembly facilities in Gujarat and Assam. This partnership signals Intel's confidence in India's manufacturing capabilities as Prime Minister Modi aims to position the country as a global chip producer. The companies will also explore scaling AI PC solutions for India's growing market.
Rape accused attempts escape during investigation, shot at by Gujarat Police
AHMEDABAD: The accused in the rape of a disabled girl in Gujarat attacked the police during crime scene reconstruction and attempted to escape. The Police Inspector opened fire, injuring him in the leg, while a head constable was also hurt in the scuffle. Both have been shifted for treatment. The accused, Moinuddin Badshah, was brought to the crime spot to recreate the sequence of events, when he suddenly lunged at the officers, attempting to snatch the service weapon of Police Inspector Imran Ghasura. His escape attempt forced the PI to open fire, shooting him in the leg to stop the breakout. During the struggle, Head Constable Bharatsinh Rathod sustained injuries and was rushed to Civil Hospital. Moinuddin was also shifted for medical treatment following the gunshot wound. On November 26, the disabled girl wandered outside her house and was lured by the accused who pretended to help her to a hospital. The accused then moved her across multiple locations and sexually assaulting her. The Crime Branch cracked the case after scanning over 30 CCTV footages, eventually identifying and arresting the accused within four days. Shockingly, more than 15 past criminal complaints are already registered against him. Ahmedabad SP Bharat Patel, reacting to the crime, confirmed the timeline and said, The accused had taken advantage under the pretext of helping the girl. After assaulting her, he abandoned her near her home. The accused has now been arrested.
Supreme Court seeks ED's response on journalist's bail plea in money laundering case
The Supreme Court on September 8 sought responses from the Gujarat government and the ED on Mr. Langa's bail plea
SMAT: Baroda's Amit Passi Equals World Record For Highest Score On T20 Debut With 44-ball Ton
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Baroda wicketkeeper-batter Amit Passi has equalled the world record for the highest score on T20 debut with his 44-ball century in their last league stage match of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy here on Monday. The 26-year-old scored 114 runs off just 55 balls, featuring 10 fours and nine sixes, to guide Baroda to a 13-run win over Services. His innings matched Pakistans Bilal Asif, who scored 114 from 48 balls for the Sialkot Stallions in a domestic T20 match in Faisalabad in May 2015, tying the world record for the highest individual score in mens T20 debut. Passi has become only the third Indian batter after Punjabs Shivam Bhambri and Hyderabads Akshath Reddy to score a century on T20 debut, with all three hundreds coming in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Stepping in for India wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, who left for national duty against South Africa, the 26-year-old Passi opened the innings and played a blistering knock against Services. He formed two vital stands: a 60-run partnership for the third wicket with Shivalik Sharma, followed by a quick 75-run alliance with captain Vishnu Solanki in just 32 balls, and played an essential role in guiding his team to a total of 220/5 in 20 overs. In response, Kunwar Pathak (51), Ravi Chauhan (51), and Mohit Ahlawat (41) gave a flying start to Services, who managed to score only 207-8, falling short by 13 runs. Placed in a stiff Elite Group C, Baroda are out of contention for making the Super League stage despite their win against Services by a resounding margin. In response, Kunwar Pathak (51), Ravi Chauhan (51), and Mohit Ahlawat (41) gave a flying start to Services, who managed to score only 207-8, falling short by 13 runs. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Batting first, Haryana have set a target of 191 for Gujarat, riding on captain Ankit Kumar's (46 off 30) and Nishant Sindhu's (48 off 31). Article Source: IANS
Demolition drive carried out against illegal settlements at Kandla port in Gujarat
Illegal settlements on 62 acres in Kandla port led to the removal of nearly 500 hutments
Teen Pacer Hamilton Wins WBBL Young Gun Award, Lanning Takes Golden Bat Honour
T20 World Cup: Teen left-arm pacer Lucy Hamilton has been named the winner of the WBBL season 11 young gun award, while former Australia captain Meg Lanning took the Golden bat honour for the third time. Lucy, who will play for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming 2026 WPL season, led Brisbanes attack with the new ball throughout a challenging season for the side and claimed eight wickets with the best figures of 2-28. Lucy, who captained Australia at this years Under-19 Womens T20 World Cup in Malaysia, captured the prize scalps of Meg Lanning, Beth Mooney and Tahlia McGrath in her campaign. Meg, who turned out for Melbourne Stars and will play for UP Warriorz in 2026 WPL, topped the season run-scoring charts for the third time in her WBBL career by smashing 430 runs this season at an average of 53.75, including a career-best 135 from 74 balls against the Sydney Sixers. Australia leg-spinner Georgia Wareham, who will play for Gujarat Giants in 2026 WPL, enjoyed her best-ever WBBL campaign to win the golden arm award. Turning out for the Melbourne Renegades, Georgia claimed 19 wickets at 10.94 in the campaign. Our congratulations go to each of Lucy Hamilton, Meg Lanning and Georgia Wareham for their stellar campaigns which have earned them the awards announced today. As we begin what will be an unforgettable final week of WBBL|11, it is fantastic to be acknowledging our best emerging and established players for their on-field feats. While all three players have enjoyed fantastic individual seasons, two represent WBBL sides that fell short of Finals action, demonstrating just how close and high quality the entire competition is, said Alistair Dobson, Cricket Australias Executive General Manager, Big Bash Leagues. Our congratulations go to each of Lucy Hamilton, Meg Lanning and Georgia Wareham for their stellar campaigns which have earned them the awards announced today. As we begin what will be an unforgettable final week of WBBL|11, it is fantastic to be acknowledging our best emerging and established players for their on-field feats. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Sydney Sixers await the winner from the knockout clash in Thursdays challenger clash at North Sydney Oval, before Hobart Hurricanes host the final and face off against the challenger winner at the Ninja Stadium on Saturday. Article Source: IANS
Gujarat HC rules, 'if wife refuses to live with husband without sufficient reason, she is not entitled to maintenance' GujaratSamachar English
PURE Eggs: Leading the Way in Gujarats Eggs Industry - Ahmedabad Mirror
PURE Eggs: Leading the Way in Gujarats Eggs Industry Ahmedabad Mirror
Gujarat Maritime University Welcomes M. K. Das, IAS as Chief Secretary of Gujarat and President of GMU India Shipping News
Kejriwal embarks on three-day Gujarat visit - Tribune India
Kejriwal embarks on three-day Gujarat visit Tribune India
IMNU sharpens students logic and analytical skills - Ahmedabad Mirror
IMNU sharpens students logic and analytical skills Ahmedabad Mirror
Rs 2,199cr spent, yet 2.4 lakh students out of school in Gujarat - Ahmedabad Mirror
Rs 2,199cr spent, yet 2.4 lakh students out of school in Gujarat Ahmedabad Mirror
CLAT 2026 exam springs surprises for students - Ahmedabad Mirror
CLAT 2026 exam springs surprises for students Ahmedabad Mirror
Gandhinagar Gupshup - Ahmedabad Mirror
Gandhinagar Gupshup Ahmedabad Mirror
Rajasthan dominates 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship
Excelsior Sports Correspondent KATRA, Dec 7: The 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Championship 2025 concluded at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sports Complex, Katra, after three days of spirited competition and exemplary sportsmanship. The championship, organised by J&K Lacrosse Association under the aegis of the Lacrosse Association of India, witnessed participation from 15 States including Gujarat, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Telangana, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Delhi, and J&K. Around 280 male and female players showcased talent, [] The post Rajasthan dominates 2nd Federation Cup Lacrosse Cship appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gujarat posts 306/6 against Chandigarh lads - Tribune India
Gujarat posts 306/6 against Chandigarh lads Tribune India
Ahmedabad: Amit Shah Lays Foundation Stone for Mini Sports Complex #Gallery - Social News XYZ
Ahmedabad: Amit Shah Lays Foundation Stone for Mini Sports Complex #Gallery Social News XYZ
Shedeur Sanders celebration row: Why Titans players mocked Browns QB in front of dad Deion Hindustan Times
Vadodara jail inmates power SIR drive with 50,000 printed forms
TechD Cyber Security Ltd. Announces Establishment of TechD Cyber Valley in Ahmedabad Ahmedabad Mirror
Morbi farmer accuses Getco officials of cheating, forgery in HT line work - The Times of India
Morbi farmer accuses Getco officials of cheating, forgery in HT line work The Times of India
City records min temp of 16.4C - The Times of India
City records min temp of 16.4C The Times of India
Blast in oil tank sparks fire at Halol unit
Man booked for duping four with fake PMAY housing promise
ATM fraudster who targeted senior citizens held
IndiGo cancellations persist, AI steps in with additional service
Khichdi turns the tide on malnutrition in city school
Khichdi turns the tide on malnutrition in city school - The Times of India
Khichdi turns the tide on malnutrition in city school The Times of India
8 injured in clash after Gandhinagar sarpanch accused of graft - The Times of India
8 injured in clash after Gandhinagar sarpanch accused of graft The Times of India
Gujarat teenager pulled out from 140-foot borewell after eight-hour rescue operation, declared dead
Police said the primary investigation suggests that Sheikh jumped into the borewell after an argument with his father over renting an expensive mobile phone
Gujarat Trailblazers Leads Season 2 of the Indian Supercross Racing League
Anthony Bourdon from BB Racing (France) stormed ahead to win the 450cc International Class riding a Honda CRF 450 R.
Arvind Kejriwal to embark on three-day visit to Gujarat today
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal will embark on a three-day visit to Gujarat today, where he is scheduled to participate in multiple programs across the state.
Will Suzlon Stock Break its Losing Streak? Refund Incoming, New Factories Planned
Suzlon is pushing ahead with ambitious capacity expansion. The company plans to add three AI-enabled smart-blade manufacturing units in Gujarat and Karnataka, with a third location yet to be finalised.
Multilingualism is Indias strength: Writers debate single-language idea
BENGALURU: In a compelling panel discussion titled Should a country speak a single language?, Indian literary critic GN Devy and writertranslator Deepa Bhasthi, in conversation with moderator Samanth Subramanian, argued that multilingualism is not just Indias reality but one of its greatest strengths. Drawing on personal experiences, the speakers highlighted the richness of Indias linguistic landscape. One panellist described growing up speaking Kannada, Kodava and Tulu, and later learning Hindi and English through the three-language policy. Knowing multiple languages enriches your inner life, they said, adding that speaking Kannada evokes a different persona than speaking English. Devy spoke about his upbringing with unlicensed versions of Gujarati, Marathi and Hindi, and later learning English, only to encounter dialectal variations in Yorkshire. His work with Adivasi communities exposed him to 12 tribal languagesmany neglected by official policywhich deepened his commitment to preserving non-standard languages. The discussion underscored that Indias multilingual foundationformally recognised with 14 languages by the Constituent Assemblyhas enabled unity despite vast diversity. The first census after linguistic reorganisation recorded 1,652 mother tongues, reflecting the publics strong attachment to their languages. Devy cautioned against monolingual imposition, comparing Indias multilingualism to Gandhis walking stick: inclusive and civil, rather than a tool of domination. Bhasthi emphasised that translation carries more than wordsembedding culture, memory and worldview. She cited a Kannada proverb translated as the distant mountain is smooth, illustrating how cultural meaning is preserved without literalism.
