Why India Launched An LNG Train To Cut Emissions If Railways Network Is Almost Fully Electrified?
Indian Railways has launched its first train capable of running on liquefied natural gas, or LNG. The eight-coach, non-AC train was flagged off from Sabarmati station in Gujarat and is a modified Diesel Electric Multiple Unit, or DEMU. The train can operate using 40 per cent LNG and 60 per cent diesel, with dedicated fuel controls, LNG storage, gas-leak detection and safety systems. Unlike conventional trains, DEMUs do not use a separate locomotive, making direct replacement with an electric locomotive difficult. The LNG conversion is aimed at reducing diesel consumption while keeping existing DEMU assets operational. Railways plans to convert 10 Driving Power Cars under an existing contract. Two converted DPCs have already completed 2,000-kilometre field trials each, as Railways explores fuel diversification.
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BJPs Samaan Samaroh : Roles may change, commitment remains: BJP leader
Srinagar, Oct 3: BJP National General Secretary (Organisation) B L Santhosh on Saturday said organisational responsibilities may change with time, but the basic duties, values and commitment of a dedicated party worker must remain unchanged. Addressing a Samman Samaroh at the BJP headquarters in Jammu, Santhosh said the organisations objective was larger than any individual or position and urged party workers to continuously strengthen their capabilities while contributing to the partys organisational growth. The function was organised to honour Tarun Chugh for his nearly six years of service as J&K BJP Prabhari and Ashok Koul for his 14 years of service as J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation). Chugh has now been appointed National Office Prabhari, Rajya Sabha MP and Gujarat Prabhari, while Koul has returned to the RSS, the partys parent organisation. Santhosh said every person, while handling organisational responsibilities, gradually develops experience, personality and the ability to guide others. He praised Kouls long service as an RSS Pracharak and J&K BJP organisational leader, saying his return to the parent organisation reflected the broader organisational purpose. Responsibilities may change, but the basic duties do not, Santhosh said, calling upon party workers to focus on strengthening the organisation rather than becoming attached to individuals or positions. J&K BJP president Sat Sharma also thanked Chugh and Koul for their contributions, saying their organisational work had strengthened the party across Jammu and Kashmir. Chugh, in his address, said J&K had witnessed sustained struggles over nationalist and social causes, with BJP workers making sacrifices during difficult periods. He credited the Modi Government with putting J&K on a development trajectory and described Koul as a key organisational figure who strengthened the BJPs base in Jammu and expanded its presence across constituencies in Kashmir. He said much work remained to be done and called upon party workers to continue their organisational efforts. Union Minister Jitendra Singh and other senior BJP leaders attended the programme, which followed a party meeting on organisational matters and issues concerning public service in J&K.
Gujarats Deputy CM Harsanghvi Addresses Public Concerns in Surat
Deputy CM Harsanghvi listens to citizens issues in Surat, directing officials to address complaints swiftly during a public outreach program. Gujarats Deputy CM Harsanghvi Addresses Public Concerns in Surat
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Snatch, shop and flee: Gujarat gang used stolen phones to make online purchases
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 3 (IANS) A three-member gang allegedly involved in snatching mobile phones from people out for walks at night and subsequently using credit card and bank account details stored in the devices to make online purchases has been arrested by the Local Crime Branch (LCB) of Ahmedabad Police, officials said on Saturday. The LCB Zone-8 team recovered 15 mobile phones allegedly snatched by the accused and two two-wheelers used in the offences. Police said the investigation also led to the detection of seven mobile-snatching cases registered with Ramol, Narol, Isanpur and Maninagar police stations in Gujarat. The accused were identified as Harshil Vaghela, 19, a resident of Vatva; Mohammad Sharif alias Babu Mohammad Anish Sheikh, 20, also from Vatva; and Shahidkhan alias Sahu Imrankhan Pathan, 19, of Saiyedwadi in Vatva. According to police, incidents of mobile snatching had been reported over the past one to one-and-a-half months in different areas under Zone-8 jurisdiction, particularly at night when people were out walking on public roads. Investigators found that several incidents had taken place along similar routes. Following directions from senior police officers to trace the accused and detect pending cases, LCB teams collected and analysed CCTV footage from the locations of the incidents. They also gathered information about people previously arrested in similar cases. Police said technical inputs and information from human sources indicated that suspects seen in CCTV footage from the snatching routes were frequently travelling in different vehicles between New Maninagar and Vastral RTO Road. The LCB team subsequently intercepted three men matching the physical descriptions seen in the CCTV footage while they were travelling on two two-wheelers. During searches of their vehicles and persons, police recovered 15 mobile phones of different makes, which were allegedly snatched. During questioning, the accused allegedly admitted to carrying out mobile snatching in different parts of Ahmedabad. Police said further investigation revealed that the accused used credit card and bank account information available on the stolen phones to make purchases through the Flipkart Minutes app, which delivers groceries, daily-use items and other products. The three accused would ride a Burgman scooter or Splendor motorcycle at night and target people walking along public roads. They followed their targets before snatching mobile phones from their hands when an opportunity arose and fleeing from the spot, officials said. The 15 recovered mobile phones have been valued at Rs 4.66 lakh. Police also seized a white scooter valued at Rs 50,000, and a black motorcycle valued at Rs 30,000. The seven cases detected include four FIRs registered at Ramol, Narol, Isanpur and Maninagar police stations under Sections 304(2) and 54 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, besides three e-FIRs registered at Ramol and Narol police stations. Police said Mohammad Sharif also has a previous case registered at Narol police station under Sections 304(2) and 54 of the BNS.
Union Minister Calls for Collective Responsibility in Cleanliness Campaign
Union Minister C.R. Patil urges citizens to embrace cleanliness as a collective responsibility during a special village assembly in Gujarat. Union Minister Calls for Collective Responsibility in Cleanliness Campaign
Elderly Doctor Falls Victim to Cyber Fraud in Gujarat, Two Arrested
Two men were arrested in Gujarat for allegedly defrauding an elderly doctor of 58.5 lakh through a cyber scam involving a fake arrest. Elderly Doctor Falls Victim to Cyber Fraud in Gujarat, Two Arrested
Controversy Erupts Over Former Gujarat CM Vaghelas Remarks on Manual Scavenging
Former Gujarat CM Shankar Singh Vaghela faces backlash for controversial comments on manual scavenging, prompting sharp responses from critics. Controversy Erupts Over Former Gujarat CM Vaghelas Remarks on Manual Scavenging
Raees Sheikh Congratulates Indian Cricket Team, Raises Concerns Over UCC in Gujarat
Raees Sheikh commends the Indian cricket teams victory while criticizing the UCCs approval in Gujarat, claiming it undermines minority rights. Raees Sheikh Congratulates Indian Cricket Team, Raises Concerns Over UCC in Gujarat
Jal Shakti Minister calls for making cleanliness a part of collective responsibility
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 3 (IANS) Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil called upon citizens to make cleanliness an integral part of daily lives, behaviour and collective responsibility, vowing not to litter and to prevent others from doing so, an official said on Saturday. Felicitating sanitation workers while participating in a Special Gram Sabha at Majigam village in Chikhli Block, Navsari District, Gujarat on Swachh Bharat Diwas on Friday, Patil asked everyone to make cleanliness a collective commitment and not merely a one-day campaign. He recalled the emphasis placed by Mahatma Gandhi on Swachhata alongside Swatantrata and mentioned how post-Independence the most significant efforts for Swachhata have been undertaken under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Under this, a nationwide Jan Andolan in the form of Swachh Bharat Mission has transformed the rural sanitation scenario. This Janbhagidari for Swachh Bharat continues to drive the mission at grassroots level, he said. During the Special Gram Sabha, the Union Minister felicitated sanitation workers. Discussions focused on achievements of Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026, the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026 and Swachh Seva Aankalan, the Gram Panchayat level annual digital self-assessment framework on which a presentation was made by a senior ministry official. The Special Gram Sabha was also attended by Gujarat Minister Naresh Patel, Joint Secretary and Mission Director, Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), Aishvarya Singh, District Collector and District Development Officer, along with senior officials from State and District administration, a statement said. On Swachh Bharat Diwas on October 2, 2026, Special Gram Sabhas were organised across rural India as a key activity under SHS 2026. These Gram Sabhas provided a platform for Gram Panchayats and rural communities to review local sanitation and waste management efforts; discuss the outcomes of SHS 2026; review the status of four-way source segregation in line with the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026; identify and register bulk waste generators; and undertake discussions on Swachh Seva Aankalan in ODF Plus (Model) Gram Panchayats, the statement said. The Special Gram Sabha provided an opportunity and platform to undertake gap assessment and integrate relevant actions into Panchayat Development Plans, particularly GPDPs, for coordinated implementation at the grassroots, said the statement.
Gujarat govt honours 93 farmers, takes natural produce sales network to 1,200 centres
Digital Desk | Gandhinagar, Oct 3 (IANS) The Gujarat government on Saturday expanded its network for marketing naturally farmed produce with the inauguration of more than 100 new sales centres, taking the total number of such outlets in the state to 1,200, as 93 progressive farmers were honoured with the Best ATMA Farmers Awards. Governor Acharya Devvrat, who chaired the award ceremony in Gandhinagar in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani, called for wider adoption of natural farming and urged every farmer practising the method to bring at least one more farmer into the campaign. Devvrat said natural farming is necessary to reduce the excessive use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides and protect soil, water and the environment as well as human health and future generations. Referring to Denmark, he said: Urea and DAP are not subsidised there, while cow dung and urine are used for producing biogas and organic fertilisers, helping maintain soil organic carbon at two per cent. Welcoming the inauguration of the new sales centres, the Governor said they should become centres of consumer trust rather than merely places where produce is sold. He called for maintaining the quality and purity of naturally farmed products, creating awareness about the centres and sharing information about them among citizens. He also appreciated the state government's efforts to promote natural farming and indigenous cow rearing under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the leadership of Patel, and congratulated the award-winning farmers. Patel said the state had undertaken various initiatives centred on good governance, development, technology and public welfare to mark PM Modi's 25 years of public service. Development is not just about creating infrastructure but also about improving the quality of life of ordinary citizens, he said. The Chief Minister said knowledge, science, research and technology would be central to India's development in the 21st century. Referring to PM Modi's call for Jai Anusandhan alongside Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan, he said the approach linked national security, food security, scientific progress and research. Patel said Gujarat is seeking to empower farmers by integrating natural farming with technology and environmental conservation. New technology and agricultural research could help increase productivity and farmers' incomes while ensuring efficient use of resources, he said. Emphasising the link between soil and human health, Patel called for greater awareness about balanced use of chemical inputs, soil health and sustainable farming. He urged farmers to demonstrate the practical benefits of natural farming on their fields and inspire others to adopt it. He also stressed water conservation and judicious use of water, calling for greater rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge and efficient utilisation of water resources. 'Seva' is at the heart of programmes marking PM Modi's 25 years of public service, adding that cleanliness, water conservation, saving electricity and fuel and protecting natural resources are also forms of social service, he said. He urged people to incorporate such measures into their daily lives. Patel asked farmers to bring problems related to natural farming or the marketing of their produce to the government's notice and congratulated the award recipients and Agriculture Department officials. Vaghani said natural farming had emerged as a major campaign in Gujarat under Modi's vision and the guidance of the Governor and Chief Minister. An increasing number of educated young people were also taking up natural farming, and the government is working to provide marketing and certification support, he said. Describing natural farmers as the government's Brand Ambassadors, Vaghani urged them to connect five more farmers with natural farming. He also said Gujarat had become the second state after Uttarakhand to receive the President's assent to its Uniform Civil Code Bill. He congratulated Patel on behalf of the people of Gujarat. He said the measure would introduce a uniform law across the state while preserving the traditional systems and culture of tribal areas. During the programme, an MoU was signed between the Directorate of Agriculture and SAC-ISRO to promote the use of satellite and geospatial technology in agriculture. Appointment letters were handed over to 14 newly appointed Assistant Directors of Agriculture (Class-II) to strengthen agricultural extension services. The dignitaries also released the Agriculture Department's Annual Action Plan 2026-27, Assistance-Oriented Schemes of the Agriculture Department and Assistance-Oriented Schemes of the Horticulture Department. Around 50,000 farmers from across Gujarat, besides ministers, MPs, MLAs and representatives of local self-government bodies, participated virtually in the programme.
Gujarat: Ahmedabad railway division records Rs 852 crore revenue in Sep
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 3 (IANS) The Ahmedabad division of Western Railway recorded its highest-ever monthly passenger revenue of Rs 208.60 crore in September this year, helping the division earn around Rs 852 crore from freight, passenger and parcel operations during the month. Passenger earnings rose 34.54 per cent from Rs 155.05 crore in September 2025 to Rs 208.60 crore this September, while freight revenue increased 6.88 per cent to Rs 636.08 crore from Rs 595.16 crore a year earlier. Parcel revenue stood at Rs 7.40 crore, registering a 20 per cent increase over the previous year. Divisional Railway Manager Ved Prakash congratulated officers and employees of the commercial, operations and other concerned departments and appreciated their continued efforts behind the performance. Freight operations saw several new records during the month. Western Carriers India Pvt. Ltd. at Devaliya recorded its best monthly freight revenue of Rs 4.87 crore, surpassing its previous high of Rs 4.55 crore in July 2026. Naliya Goods Shed recorded Rs 4.75 crore against its previous best of Rs 3.96 crore, while Samakhiyali Goods Shed registered Rs 8.64 crore, exceeding its earlier record of Rs 8.49 crore recorded in March. Kandla Port Goods Shed was notified as a Container Rail Terminal for container traffic from September 30 and is set to operate round the clock. Naroda Goods Shed was notified from September 16 as an alternative goods shed for Kankaria. The division also expanded freight business to new commodities, destinations and customers. Shri Renuka Sugar Ltd loaded five rakes of sugar in BCN wagons from Gandhidham to different destinations, generating Rs 2.85 crore in additional revenue. Three rakes of imported steam coal loaded by DB Tradelink Pvt. Ltd. from Kandla Port Dock Rail Terminal to Dadhdevi in Kota Division generated Rs 2.12 crore. Railhaul Logistics Pvt. Ltd. operated three mini rakes of mixed commodities from Kankaria to Mirza in Rangiya Division, generating Rs 97.18 lakh. Two mini rakes of imported fertiliser were loaded by Shri Khaitan Chemicals & Fertilisers Ltd. At the same time, Threeline Logistics & Shipping Pvt. Ltd. operated a rake of bamboo pulp from Kandla Port Dock Rail Terminal to Bamanheri, generating Rs 29.53 lakh. In the parcel segment, an e-auction held on September 16 and 17 resulted in the successful leasing of four assets. The contracts are expected to generate Rs 3.61 crore over three years, including around Rs 61 lakh during 2026-27. Passenger services were also augmented to handle festival and fair-related demand. Asarva-Khedbrahma Mela Special trains were operated from September 21 to October 1 for the Bhadarvi Poonam fair. The AhmedabadDarbhanga Special was extended up to November 27 to cater to the Diwali and Chhath Puja rush, while the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Central TOD Special was operated from September 10 to November 26 for the Navratri, Diwali and Chhath Puja period. A total of 25 special train trips were operated, benefiting around 36,000 passengers and generating Rs 3.02 crore in passenger revenue. Ticket-checking drives during the month resulted in 475 cases during three fortress checks, 375 cases during two ambush checks and 1,557 cases during nine special fortress checks. Fines of Rs 4.56 lakh, Rs 3.50 lakh and Rs 16.54 lakh, respectively, were collected; around 160 anti-littering cases resulted in Rs 1.27 lakh in fines. In contrast, 16 anti-smoking cases led to another Rs 32,000 being collected. The division also continued to expand its freight and logistics infrastructure. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the Shivalakha Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal (GCT) and dedicated the Bhimasar, Devaliya and Chandisar GCTs to the nation on September 15. He also laid the foundation stone for the Linch GCT. On the occasion, India's first stainless steel salt container train was flagged off from Shivalakha to Mithapur. The newly constructed Gopalpur railway station was also inaugurated, eliminating the need for engine reversal at Gandhidham for trains operating between Ahmedabad and Bhuj. Train No. 22829 Bhuj-Shalimar Express was also provided a new scheduled halt at Anjar station.
Gujarat Dy CM hears Surat residents grievances, directs officials for immediate action
Digital Desk | Surat, Oct 3 (IANS) Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Saturday held a 'Jan Sampark' programme at the Surat Circuit House, where he personally heard grievances and representations from residents of Surat city and district and directed officials of the concerned departments to take prompt action. Sanghavi met citizens and applicants individually during the programme and heard their concerns relating to local administrative matters and development-related issues. Senior officials from the concerned departments were present. They were instructed to initiate necessary action on the representations and work towards resolving the issues without requiring citizens to make repeated visits to government offices. The programme provided residents an opportunity to directly place their grievances before the Deputy Chief Minister. Officials were directed to examine the issues and take immediate steps for their resolution. Citizens whose grievances had been resolved recently also met Sanghavi during the programme and expressed their gratitude. They shared their experiences after their respective issues were addressed through the administration. The Jan Sampark programme was aimed at providing a direct channel for citizens to approach the government with their concerns and facilitating coordination between applicants and the concerned departments. During the interaction, citizens also expressed satisfaction over the action taken on their representations. The programme brought together residents, applicants and officials to address pending grievances and development-related concerns at the administrative level.
Gujarat: Elderly doctors digital arrest exposes Rs 58.5 lakh trail; two held
Digital Desk | Rajkot, Oct 3 (IANS) The Rajkot City Cyber Crime Police has arrested two men from Gujarats Ahmedabad within hours of registering a case involving the alleged digital arrest of an elderly woman doctor, with investigators finding that bank accounts linked to the accused were allegedly used to transfer around Rs 58.5 lakh in cyber fraud proceeds. The accused have been identified as Darshan Makwana, 34, a resident of Isanpur area in Ahmedabad and originally from Bhangadh village in Dholera taluka, and Shubham Parmar, 29, a resident of Bhavnagar and originally from Botad. According to the Cyber Crime Police, the accused allegedly allowed cyber criminals to use their company's bank accounts in return for commission, facilitating the transfer of money generated through cyber fraud. The arrests were made on the basis of technical analysis and bank-related information, police said. A case was registered at the Cyber Crime Police Station in Rajkot under Sections 318(4), 308(2), 319(2), 204 and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, along with Section 66(D) of the Information Technology Act. Police said the investigation followed a complaint concerning the digital arrest of an elderly woman doctor. In such cases, victims are allegedly contacted by fraudsters posing as law enforcement or other officials and are made to transfer money under the pretext of a purported investigation. The police seized four mobile phones and a laptop from the accused. The total value of the seized property has been estimated at Rs 1.20 lakh. The arrests were carried out by a team working under the supervision of City Police Commissioner Brajeshkumar Jha, Additional Police Commissioner Chaitanya Mandlik, and other officials. Police said further legal proceedings are underway in the case. Police have appealed to citizens not to share their bank details, OTPs, passwords or other sensitive information with unknown callers. They advised people to remain cautious if someone threatens them with arrest or legal action over a phone or video call and demands money, and to immediately report suspected cyber fraud through the official cybercrime helpline.
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Gujarat UCC Gets President Murmu
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Union Jal Shakti Minister leads Special Gram Sabha in Gujarat on Swachh Bharat Diwas
Union Minister CR Patil participated in a Special Gram Sabha at Majigam village in Chikhli Block, Navsari District, Gujarat, on Swachh Bharat Diwas on Friday. The Special Gram Sabha was also attended by Naresh Patel, Cabinet Minister, Government of Gujarat, Joint Secretary and Mission Director, Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen), Aishvarya Singh, District Collector and District Development Officer, along with senior officials from State and District administration. During the Special Gram Sabha, the Union Minister felicitated sanitation workers and called upon everyone to make cleanliness a collective commitment and not merely a one-day campaign, but an integral part of our daily lives, behaviour and collective responsibility. He emphasised that we must resolve that neither will we litter, nor will we allow others to do so. According to the Ministry of Jal Shakti, during his address, the Union Minister recalled the emphasis placed by Mahatma Gandhi on
Gujarat Transport Corporation to Upgrade Toilets at 56 Bus Stations
Gujarats transport authority launches an initiative to upgrade toilet facilities at 56 bus stations, aiming for better cleanliness and hygiene. Gujarat Transport Corporation to Upgrade Toilets at 56 Bus Stations
Gujarat: Ahmedabad Civil Hospital helps two critical newborns recover
Ahmedabad Two newborns who developed life-threatening complications shortly after birth have recovered following prolonged treatment at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, including The post Gujarat: Ahmedabad Civil Hospital helps two critical newborns recover appeared first on Bilkul Online .
CNG Car Explodes While Refuelling At Gujarat Station on NH-48 In Vadodara
A CNG-powered car exploded while refuelling at a station on NH-48 near Karjan, Gujarat. The blast damaged two nearby vehicles, but no injuries were reported. Police and firefighters responded, while the cause remains under investigation.
Mandira Bedi joins Himalayas Muskaan initiative to raise awareness about cleft care in Ahmedabad
Mandira Bedi has joined Himalaya Wellness Companys Muskaan initiative, which has been brought to Ahmedabad on the occasion of World Smile Day. In partnership with Smile Train, the initiative aims to raise awareness about cleft conditions and expand access to timely and comprehensive cleft care for children across Gujarat. As part of the initiative, Mandira spoke about the importance of providing children born with cleft conditions with the right treatment and support, while also emphasising the role of confidence and self-belief in a childs growth. Speaking about the initiative, Actor Mandira Bedi said, Ive always believed that confidence and self-belief can change the way we see ourselves and what we believe is possible. For a child born with a cleft condition, having access to the right care and support can be an important part of building that confidence. But what really stays with you are the things that come after, a child going back to school, speaking up, making friends, smiling for a photograph, or simply feeling comfortable being themselves. That is what makes Muskaan meaningful to me. It is not just about the treatment; it is about helping children see that their condition does not have to define them or limit their dreams. Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up believing in themselves and finding their own path. The Muskaan initiative, which marks its 12th year, is being taken to Ahmedabad with the theme Ek Nayi Muskaan. Drawing from the citys association with kites, the campaign uses the idea of a kite rising with the right support to reflect the importance of timely care and support for children born with cleft conditions. Through its partnership with Smile Train India, the initiative focuses on care beyond surgery, including feeding, nutrition, speech and overall development. It also aims to encourage families to seek timely information and treatment. Rajesh Krishnamurthy, Business Director, Consumer Products Division, Himalaya Wellness Company, said, Muskaan has been an important part of Himalaya Wellness social initiatives since 2015. In our 12th year of association with Smile Train India, bringing Muskaan to Ahmedabad allows us to reach more children and families and build greater awareness and access to cleft care. Ek Nayi Muskaan reflects our belief that with timely treatment and the right support, every child can look ahead with confidence. Beyond surgery, it is important that families understand the care available to them and know where to seek help. Through Muskaan, we hope to continue reaching families, especially in rural and underserved communities, so that more children receive the care they need, at the right time. Ragini Hariharan, Marketing Director Beauty & Personal Care, Himalaya Wellness, said, Ahmedabad's deep-rooted association with kites gave us a beautiful thought this year: taking flight and reaching for what lies ahead. A kite needs the right support to rise, and so does a child. 'Ek Nayi Muskaan' reflects that spirit of possibility, where a new smile can mark the beginning of greater confidence, participation and hope. Through Muskaan, we want to make conversations around cleft care easier and encourage more families to seek timely support. As part of the initiatives outreach efforts, a mobile van will travel across rural and underserved communities in 22 districts of Gujarat. The van will spread awareness about cleft conditions and connect eligible children with free cleft surgery and comprehensive care. The surgical procedure takes around 45 minutes, according to the initiative. Mamta Carroll, Senior Vice President & Regional Director for Asia, Smile Train, said, Every child born with a cleft deserves timely, comprehensive care and the opportunity to thrive. While surgery is an important part of treatment, it is only one step in a childs journey. Support with feeding, nutrition, speech, and overall development is equally important. Through initiatives like Muskaan, we want to create greater awareness among families and empower them to seek the right care at the right time, available free of cost at Smile Train treatment partners, so that every child can grow with confidence and reach their full potential. Through Muskaan, Himalaya Wellness and Smile Train India aim to address gaps in awareness and access to cleft care, helping more children and families understand the treatment and support available to them. Also Read : Happy birthday Mandira Bedi: 5 times she redefined power dressing with confidence and style
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Kashmiri Play, YEN CHI AYEKH in Boston, USA
Script & Direction: Sanjay Kaul Screenplay: Sunayana Kachroo Concept: Kanwal Peshin A group of Kashmiri Pandit Artists based in Boston, USA, led by Sanjay Kaul, in an attempt to revive Kashmiri Live Theatre, performed at the SAATH Theatre Festival in Boston. The play depicted a family room setting in a Kashmiri-American home in the United States. The central theme is about homecoming to Kashmir for those who were forced out of there. The seven characters in it play family dynamics, maintaining the original Kashmiri comic exchanges, while making the dialogue more theatrical to enhance the central theme of homecoming. For Non-Kashmiri audience, subtitles in English were provided. The festival was organised by Off-Kendrik, an organisation dedicated to promoting Art and Culture, under its arm, South Asian American Theatre (SAATh). Off-Kendrik has realised the necessity of creating a platform for opening dialogues and building partnerships between communities. The theatre festival ran from September 18-20th, 2026 and was held at the Mosesian Centre for the Arts in Watertown, Massachusetts. SAATh is a celebration of the coming together of diverse communities in South Asia and beyond through Theater and Storytelling. This festival included performances in various languages, including Kashmiri, Kannada, Punjabi, Hindi, Gujarati, Bengali, Marathi, Malayalam, and English. The Kashmiri play was part of the festivals inaugural day celebration. The central character of the play, Raj, played by Sanjay Kaul, is frustrated about not being able to go back to Kashmir. The inability of Raj to vent out his anger for what has been done to him and his community in Kashmir, he directs and takes it out on his wife Lovely-Ji (played by Bela Kaul) by blaming her for everything and keeps mentioning to her YEN CHI AYEKH that since she arrived in his life things have changed. Raj laments about the loss of home and hearth in Kashmir by relating it to the loss of flavour and lifestyle. The gathering occurs in Boston, where the family has spent decades building a life in the United States of America after leaving Kashmir during the genocide and exodus of 1989-90. Despite the distance, a new life and home has been built, but it has not erased the emotional connection to their homeland, Kashmir. Their memories have survived through their food, family traditions, stories of struggle and survival and experiences they continue to share with one another. The possibility of returning to Kashmir is carried through generations, many of which have already perished in 37 years of their exodus, with hope and uncertainty. In the play, memories surface naturally through their conversations. One of the most emotionally resonant elements of the play is that of Mata (Rajs mother), played by Phoola Salman. She has never come out of the shock of having to flee from her home in Kashmir to safeguard life with her family. She oscillates between a desire to go back home to Kashmir and expressing herself as if she is in her home in Kashmir. Her longing for her home brings the familys past into the present and reminds her children that the idea of lost home can remain powerful even after decades of separation. The gathering grows as Vicky (Rajs brother, played by Dr. Sudesh Kaul), Deepa (Vickys wife, played by Kamal Tiku), Behna (Rajs Sister played by Arti Kaul) and Sridhar (Behna's husband, played by Arvind Kaul) join the family for a visit. The relatives came after a long gap, and their arrival changes the rhythm of the room. The family used these anecdotes to recall sweet days and shared memories. The family catches up on life, remembering people and places by sharing their stories. The conversation included reunion updates, jokes, and plans to someday return to Kashmir. The family gathering evokes strong memories of Kashmir and a sense of lost belonging. All recall their trauma of leaving home in Kashmir and the ongoing longing for it. The audience did not just see seven characters play a role, but they felt watching a family go through their pain and loss and a desire to go back to their lost home. The play preceded by Ladishah, a folk Kashmiri poetry in story telling format, an art form which is slowly dying. Sunayana Kachroo performed this segment. In the end, there is a monologue by Sanjay Kaul, which expressed the longing of his community for a homeland in Kashmir where they can practice their religion freely and live their culture and heritage without the fear of genocide and extinction. Kashmiri language, which is part of the 18th schedule of Indias Constitution, is a dying language as it is influenced by other languages and the original inhabitants of Kashmir prefer speaking other languages over Kashmiri. This play helps start a conversation to garner interest in preserving the language. Arti Kaul is an award winning and renowned singer from Kashmir. Bela & Sanjay Kaul hail from Srinagar, Kashmir. They have been working on Kashmir-related causes and projects for the last three decades and have arranged presentations, seminars and symposiums on Kashmir. Mr Kaul has served Kashmiri Overseas Association as its international president for two terms. CAST RAJ: SANJAY KAUL LOVELY JI: BELA KAUL MATA (Rajs Mother): PHOOLA SALM AN VICKY (Rajs Brother): SUDESH KAUL DEEPA (Vickys Wife): KAMAL TIKU BEHNA (Rajs Sister): ARTI KAUL SRIDHAR (Behna's Husband): ARVIND KAUL Technical Help: MEENAKSHI KAUL Ladishah: SUNAYANA KACHROO
Larsen & Toubro is in talks with Japans Itochu Corporation for equity participation in its wholly owned clean energy arm, alongside a green ammonia offtake partnership. L&T is developing a 300,000-tonne-a-year project at Kandla, Gujarat, which it sees as a strategic export hub for green hydrogen derivatives.
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Captain Smit Machchhar: Hero Pilot
Captain Smit Machchhar, the Flydubai pilot hailed for his extraordinary courage during a mid-air crisis, has become a household name across India. His bravery in saving passengers after being stabbed by his co-pilot on a DubaiTel Aviv flight has turned him into a symbol of resilience and duty. Yet, alongside admiration for his heroism, public [] The post Captain Smit Machchhar: Hero Pilots Surname and Its Fascinating Gujarati Origins appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Gujarat: Ahmedabad railway division cleans around 3,000 km of tracks
Digital Desk | Ahmedabad, Oct 2 (IANS) Around 3,000 km of railway tracks across the Ahmedabad division of Western Railway were cleaned in a single day on Friday as part of a large-scale Swachh Track Mega Campaign organised on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti under 'Swachhta Pakhwada-2026'. The distance covered in the cleanliness drive is described by the division as roughly equivalent to the distance between Kashmir and Kanyakumari. The campaign was conducted under the leadership of Divisional Railway Manager Ved Prakash, with officers and employees from various departments participating in cleaning activities across the division. At Sabarmati Railway Station, Ved Prakash administered a cleanliness pledge to railway officers, employees, sanitation workers and members of the Scouts and Guides. Participants pledged to work towards maintaining clean railway premises and tracks and to promote cleanliness and public participation. As part of the drive, station masters and supervisors, cleaning staff and other railway employees participated in cleaning tracks and station premises between their respective home stations and the next stations. Simultaneous shramdaan and special cleanliness drives were also conducted at stations, yards, railway colonies and areas along the tracks. The drive covered several locations across the Ahmedabad division, including Ahmedabad, Sabarmati, Viramgam, Maliya Miyana, Radhanpur, Dhrangadhra, Mehsana, Palanpur, Bhuj, Gandhidham, Asarva and Himmatnagar. Cleaning activities were carried out at railway stations, yards, colonies, health units and trackside areas. Railway employees and their families, the Railway Protection Force, Scouts and Guides, voluntary organisations and other participating groups also took part in the campaign. The activities were conducted without affecting railway operations and with prescribed safety precautions being followed while working near running lines. The Ahmedabad division is conducting a series of cleanliness and awareness activities from October 1 to 15 under Swachhta Pakhwada-2026. From October 3 to 5, intensive cleaning drives are scheduled at major locations, followed by cleaning of trackside areas and legacy waste from October 6 to 8. A campaign to remove unnecessary posters and banners and gutkha stains is scheduled for October 9 and 10. Activities focused on awareness and compliance with the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, are scheduled from October 11 to 15. The division said the fortnight-long programme is aimed at strengthening cleanliness at railway stations, tracks, railway premises and surrounding areas, alongside creating greater awareness among passengers, railway employees and the public.
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Indian cuisine is known for its remarkable variety of milk-based desserts, but each region gives these familiar ingredients its own character. In Gujarat, Doodh Pak occupies a special place among traditional sweets. Made primarily with milk, rice, sugar, and aromatic ingredients such as cardamom and saffron, Doodh Pak is a delicate dessert that reflects the [] The post Doodh Pak: Gujarats Traditional Rice and Milk Dessert appeared first on FoodNosher.Com .
Gujarat Uniform Civil Code: President Murmu Gives Assent To UCC Law
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Captain Smit Machchhar became a hero across the world after the Indian pilot helped avert what could have been a catastrophic disaster on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday. Machchhar, a Mumbai-born...
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Gujarat has officially enacted the Uniform Civil Code after presidential assent received in October. This new law establishes a unified legal framework for marriage, divorce, and inheritance across all religions. Residents must register marriages and live-in relationships within specified timeframes to avoid penalties. Scheduled Tribes and certain groups are exempt from the provisions included in this law. The specific commencement date will be notified by the state government shortly.
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Gujarat Implements Uniform Civil Code Following Presidential Approval
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From birthplace to Kirti Mandir: Two spaces telling Gandhi
Ahmedabad: A modest room where Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born in 1869 and the adjacent Kirti Mandir, built decades later in his memory in Gujarats Porbandar, offer visitors a glimpse into different chapters of Mahatma Gandhis life and legacy. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Kirti Mandir in 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 .
Gujarat Becomes 2nd State to Adopt UCC Following Presidential Assent
The path toward a unified legal framework in western India has cleared significantly as the Gujarat Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill, 2026, officially secured presidential assent. President Droupadi Murmu granted formal approval to the legislation on September 17, removing the final constitutional obstacle for the landmark reform. With presidential backing now secured, the Gujarat government [] The post Gujarat Becomes 2nd State to Adopt UCC Following Presidential Assent appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Smit Machchhar Interview | PM Modi, Captain Smit Machchhar Talk In Gujarati During Call
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke to Captain Smit Machchhar and praised him for averting catastrophe after the co-pilot allegedly stabbed him and tried to crash the flydubai plane. Captain Smit Machchhar was seriously injured after the co-pilot, an Omani national, stabbed him during a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv on Wednesday morning. Hearing noises, passengers and crew rushed into the cockpit and overpowered the co-pilot as the Boeing 737 plunged nearly 14,000 feet in less than 30 seconds. A second pair of flydubai pilots aboard the flight -- which was carrying over 170 passengers and crew -- then landed the jet safely in Saudi Arabia's Tabuk. Speaking to Captain Machchhar over the video call, the prime minister said he didn't care about his life but cared for the lives of the travellers. You had such a big wound on your body, you yourself were fighting for life and death. At that time, you did not care for your life, you cared for the lives of all the travellers, PM Modi told Captain Machchhar, who spoke from the hospital bed.
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 2 (IANS) Actor Kabir Bedi remembered his mother, Freda Bedi, and her contribution to Indias freedom movement on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. Taking to Instagram, the Khoon Bhari Maang actor shared pictures from his visit to Mahatma Gandhis historic Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad and spoke about his familys connection with the freedom struggle. Recalling his mothers association with Mahatma Gandhis movement, Kabir wrote, During Indias Freedom Movement my mother, Freda Bedi, was a hand-picked satyagrahi (non-violent protester), of Mahatma Gandhi. He further recalled that Freda Bedi had led peaceful demonstrations against the British in his hometown of Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab and was arrested and jailed for her participation. She led peaceful demonstrations against the British in my home town of Dera Baba Nanak in Punjab. She was arrested and jailed for it. So, I have very special reverence for Mahatma Gandhi, he wrote. Kabir also recalled visiting Sabarmati Ashram during one of his trips to Ahmedabad in Gujarat. Sharing photographs from the visit, he said the images were from his time at the historic site. On one of my trips to Ahmedabad in Gujrat I visited Gandhijis historic ashram - Sabaramati. These are the pictures from that visit. The actor concluded his post by extending his wishes on Gandhi Jayanti, writing, Wishing you all love and peace on Gandhi Jayanti. Gandhi Jayanti is observed every year on October 2 to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, whose philosophy of non-violence played a significant role in Indias freedom movement. For the unversed, Kabir Bedis mother, Freda Bedi, was a British-born writer and freedom activist who supported Indias independence movement. She took part in non-violent protests and was imprisoned during British rule. She was also chosen by Mahatma Gandhi to participate in the freedom struggle. Freda Bedi died on March 26, 1977.
Gujarat UCC Bill gets President Murmus nod paving way for implementation
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke with flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar over a video call, praising his courage, presence of mind and composure during the mid-air incident in which he helped save the lives of passengers and crew members. The conversation turned emotional as Captain Machchhar became teary-eyed while speaking to the Prime Minister. At one point, the visibly emotional pilot broke down and apologised to PM Modi for losing his composure during the call. Machchhar told the Prime Minister that he had never imagined he would one day get an opportunity to speak with him. PM Modi consoled the emotional captain and said, Why are you crying? The whole country wants to talk to you. Referring to Machchhars remarks about the Hanuman Chalisa, PM Modi said, And what you have said about the Hanuman Chalisa, I will thank Geeta Ben for giving you such values. The whole country is here to welcome you with great excitement, the Prime Minister added. PM Modi also described Machchhar as a 'Veer Purush' and praised his courage during the incident. During the conversation, Machchhar said he did not consider what happened merely as his work but as a journey. I am confident that I will recover soon, he told the Prime Minister. PM Modi wished him a speedy recovery and congratulated him for his courage and presence of mind. I want to congratulate you, and today is Gandhi Jayanti. I want to say that you have demonstrated what ahimsa (non-violence) means, PM Modi said. The Prime Minister also spoke with Machchhar in Gujarati during the interaction. Machchhar sustained severe injuries during an attack by the Omani co-pilot on a Tel Aviv-bound flydubai flight on Wednesday. The co-pilot allegedly attempted to take control of the aircraft, following which Machchhar fought him off and managed to unlock the cockpit door. The move allowed crew members and passengers to enter the cockpit and restrain the attacker, averting what could have been a major disaster. The flight was carrying more than 170 people. Meanwhile, flydubai has temporarily suspended flights to and from Israel as an investigation into the incident is underway, according to the airline.
New Delhi , October 2 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the occasion of his 157th birth anniversary, as leaders and citizens across the country observed Gandhi Jayanti and remembered his message of peace, non-violence and cleanliness. PM Modi reached Rajghat and attended the Sarva-Dharma Prarthana held at Gandhi's samadhi to mark the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also attended the Sarva-Dharma Prarthana at Rajghat and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. CM Gupta also paid tribute to former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri at Vijay Ghat. Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, and Vice President CP Radhakrishnan also paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the occasion. In Jaipur, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajasthan Secretariat. He also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary. In Gurugram, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini participated in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and appealed to people to keep the city clean. In Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, a Swachhathon 2026 event was organised on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva programme. On the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, President Droupadi Murmu paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and said his message of peace and non-violence holds vital relevance amid ongoing global conflicts. On behalf of all citizens, I pay my respectful tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 157th birth anniversary, celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, the President said in her message. According to a release, Murmu said Gandhi's life and ideals are widely respected by the global community and noted that an atmosphere of war and conflict prevails in many parts of the world, affecting all nations. In these circumstances, Mahatma Gandhi's message of peace and non-violence becomes even more relevant, she said. The President said India is advancing towards the national goal of becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047, with priority being given to the values of empathy and inclusion to ensure that no citizen is deprived of the benefits of development. She said the vision reflects the spirit of Mahatma Gandhi's ideal of 'Sarvodaya', based on the principle of the welfare and upliftment of all. On the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, let us reaffirm our commitment to building an empowered, developed and Atmanirbhar Bharat through our ethical conduct and active participation, Murmu said. Meanwhile, Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy called for a nationwide 30-day cleanliness drive from Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary on October 31. Speaking to the media, Reddy urged citizens, government and private institutions, educational establishments, NGOs and other organisations to participate in the cleanliness campaign. From Gandhi Jayanti to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary, which is coming up on October 31st, for almost 30 days, everyone should take up this Swachh Bharat campaign program across the country, and an appeal has been made for everyone in the country to become participants, Reddy said. Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. Gandhi Jayanti is observed annually on his birth anniversary. October 2 is also observed as the International Day of Non-Violence after the United Nations designated the day to spread the message of non-violence associated with Gandhi's philosophy. India is also observing the 122nd birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on October 2. Born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh, Shastri served as the Prime Minister of India from 1964 to 1966. He is remembered for the slogan Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan and for his contributions during the 1965 India-Pakistan war, as well as his emphasis on self-reliance and support for the agricultural sector.
Gujarat Celebrates Mahatma Gandhis 157th Birth Anniversary with Interfaith Prayer in Porbandar
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel pays tribute at Gandhis birthplace during an interfaith prayer on his 157th birth anniversary. Gujarat Celebrates Mahatma Gandhis 157th Birth Anniversary with Interfaith Prayer in Porbandar
Gandhi Jayanti 2026: History, Significance and Why October 2 Is Important
Gandhi Jayanti 2026: October 2 is observed every year as Gandhi Jayanti in India to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. In 2026, the occasion marks his 157th birth anniversary. Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, in present-day Gujarat. The day is remembered in India for his role in the freedom [] The post Gandhi Jayanti 2026: History, Significance and Why October 2 Is Important appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
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Major Drug Bust in Gujarat: 345.6 kg of Cannabis Seized in Cotton Fields
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