Mumbai Rains: Heavy rain disrupts Western Railway services; over 20 long-distance trains stranded
Severe rains and extensive waterlogging wreaked havoc on Western Railway on Monday, disrupting upwards of 40 train services and trapping over 20 long-distance trains in Maharashtra and south Gujarat. Key routes, notably the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor, were inundated, leading to numerous train cancellations and diversions. In response to the situation, authorities provided crucial supplies and set up support desks for affected passengers.
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India braces for continued heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across multiple regions on Tuesday, with the IMD forecasting an active southwest monsoon. Gujarat, Konkan, and Goa are particularly vulnerable to intense downpours, while thunderstorms are anticipated in several states. The monsoon's advance is expected to strengthen over northwest India in the coming days, bringing more showers.
Weather Today and Tomorrow: India's southwest monsoon is intensifying, with the IMD issuing multiple rainfall alerts for July 6-7. Heavy to extremely heavy downpours are expected across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kerala, Karnataka, and Himalayan states. Residents are urged to exercise caution due to potential thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds, with advisories for flood-prone areas.
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Faith taller than mountains: Elderly pilgrims defy age, pain on Amarnath route
Baltal, Jul 05: Their steps are slow, their bodies fragile, but their faith remains taller than the snow-clad mountains they climb. At the Baltal base camp, amid freezing winds, steep rocky tracks and thin mountain air, elderly pilgrims are emerging as the most inspiring faces of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, proving that devotion can triumph over age, pain and physical limitations. Armed with walking sticks, wrapped in layers of woollens and often supported by family members or volunteers, senior citizens from across the country are undertaking the difficult pilgrimage with extraordinary determination, manycallingit the journey of a lifetime. For 76-year-old Om Prakash Sharma from Rajasthan, the dream of visiting the holy cave shrine of Baba Barfani had remained unfulfilled for decades. My health is not good, and my family was worried, but I told them faith gives strength that medicines cannot. I have waited many years for this darshan. No matter how difficult the route is, Baba himself gives us the courage to walk, he said while pausing for breath near the Baltal route. Nearby, 69-year-old Shanti Devi from Uttar Pradesh, leaning on her sons shoulder, smiled despite exhaustion and cold winds sweeping through the mountains. The body becomes weak with age, but devotion never grows old. Every time we chant Har Har Mahadev, we forget the pain and tiredness, she said. Seventy-three-year-old Baldev Singh from Punjab, carrying prayer beads in his hands, said he had undergone knee surgery last year but still decided to undertake the pilgrimage. My doctor advised me to avoid difficult travel, but I had made a promise to Baba Barfani. I believe when the call comes from the shrine, nothing can stop a devotee, he said. For Savitri Bai, a 71-year-old pilgrim from Maharashtra, the yatra is deeply emotional.I lost my husband three years ago, and this pilgrimage was our shared dream. I have come here carrying his memories and prayers with me. Standing in these mountains gives peace to the soul, she said with teary eyes. Another elderly yatri, 78-year-old Ghulam Nabi from Jammu, said the atmosphere of devotion itself gives strength to continue. When you see thousands chanting the name of Baba Barfani together, you forget your pain. The mountains may test the body, but faith keeps the heart alive, he said. Across the base camp and along the trek route, similar scenes are unfolding every day. Frail pilgrims with weak knees, respiratory problems and age-related ailments are slowly making their way towards the cave shrine on ponies, palkis and on foot, refusing to allow physical hardship to weaken their resolve. Many yatris said the harsh terrain only strengthens their spiritual connection. This yatra teaches patience, surrender and faith. Every difficult step feels like a prayer, said 72-year-old Ramesh Patel from Gujarat. Security forces and rescue teams deployed along the route are also playing a crucial role in helping elderly pilgrims complete the journey safely. Deputy Inspector General CRPF Srinagar North and nodal officer for Baltal base camp praised the spirit of senior citizens undertaking the pilgrimage and said every possible assistance was being extended to them. The determination and devotion shown by elderly yatris is truly remarkable. Despite physical challenges and difficult terrain, they are moving ahead with immense faith and positivity. CRPF personnel are providing all possible assistance to ensure that elderly and frail pilgrims can continue their journey safely and comfortably up to the holy cave shrine, he said. He said personnel deployed along the Baltal route are continuously assisting senior citizens at difficult stretches while medical teams, emergency response units and support staff remain available round the clock. As chants of Bam Bam Bhole and Har Har Mahadev echo through the mountains, the elderly pilgrims continue their sacred march proving that while the body may weaken with age, faith only grows stronger with time.
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India Pacer Jasprit Bumrah Seen Training With Red-ball Ahead Of Gruelling Schedule
ODI World Cup: India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was seen bowling with the red ball at his practice session in Ahmedabad, signalling his preparation for the upcoming gruelling. The pace spearhead shared pictures of his intense training session, including bowling with the red SG ball, on his Instagram account on Sunday, even as his team-mates from the Gujarat domestic set-up watched on. In the last few days, Bumrah has been training with his domestic team-mates like Chintan Gaja at the Gujarat College ground after a brief post-IPL break. Bumrah has been rested from the T20I series against Ireland and England, but is scheduled to play in the three-match series against England starting on July 14 in Birmingham, and is followed by games in Cardiff (July 16) and Lords (July 19). The ODI series in England will be the first time Bumrah will be seen in the 50-over format since the 2023 ODI World Cup final. After that, Bumrah missed out on playing in ODIs due to workload management reasons. He was also rested from the one-off home Test and three ODIs against Afghanistan in June, but will feature in the Asian Games mens T20 cricket games in Japan in September. From a red-ball perspective, Bumrahs services will be much needed when India plays a two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to be held from August 15 to 27, with matches at Galle and Colombo. The ODI series in England will be the first time Bumrah will be seen in the 50-over format since the 2023 ODI World Cup final. After that, Bumrah missed out on playing in ODIs due to workload management reasons. Also Read: Live Cricket Score In Tests, Bumrah has picked 234 wickets in 52 matches, while taking 149 scalps in 89 ODI games. The Test tour of Sri Lanka will be the first time Bumrah will play red-ball games in the island nation. Article Source: IANS
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Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is set to lash large parts of India on Monday, with the monsoon active over western, central, and northern regions. Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and central Maharashtra are bracing for intense downpours, while thunderstorms are anticipated across several states. The India Meteorological Department warns of potential waterlogging and localized flooding in vulnerable areas.
CG Semi has commenced commercial production at its Rs.7,500 crore semiconductor OSAT plant in Sanand, Gujarat. The facility will produce 200 million chips annually, create over 5,000 jobs, and has already begun exports to Japan and Malaysia.
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Weather Today and Tomorrow: India braces for intense monsoon activity on July 5-6, with extremely heavy rainfall predicted for western and central regions. Mumbai and surrounding areas are under a red alert. Northern, eastern, and northeastern states will also see widespread showers, while hill states face landslide and flash flood risks. Residents are urged to stay updated and avoid travel during heavy downpours.
Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor plan special mehendi celebration for Anshula Kapoor
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Industrialist Harsh Goenka has voiced concern over a viral video depicting chaotic scenes at a New Jersey Indian grocery store, suggesting such behavior by a few tarnishes the image of Gujaratis and India. He emphasized that while most Gujaratis are exemplary, a minority exhibiting poor civic sense abroad damages perceptions.
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Indias semiconductor push will create countless jobs: PM
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PM Modi says UPA roadblocks delayed Gujarat semiconductor project by over two decades
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PM Modi inaugurates CG Semi chip plant in Sanand, Gujarat
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The State Examination Board has announced the Gujarat TAT Secondary 2026 preliminary exam results. Candidates can now access their scorecards online, detailing marks and qualifying status for the mains examination. The recruitment aims to fill teaching positions for Classes 9 and 10. The exam featured a penalty for incorrect answers, and results were released on July 4, 2026.
The State Examination Board (SEB), Gujarat, has declared the Gujarat TAT-S Preliminary Examination Result 2026 on its official portal. Candidates can access their scorecards using their confirmation number or seat number and date of birth. The board has also issued revised final answer key updates for the Gujarati Medium Common Paper and the Science and Mathematics paper. The result follows the completion of the objection process, with qualified candidates set to appear for the TAT-S Mains Examination.
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Weather tomorrow July 4: India braces for intense monsoon activity as the IMD forecasts widespread heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning across many states on July 3rd and 4th. Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Gujarat, and the Konkan region are expected to witness significant downpours. Authorities are urging caution, especially in hilly and flood-prone areas, due to the risk of landslides and flash floods.
Never knew Kashmir was so beautiful: First-time Yatris
Praise Valleys hospitality, beauty, spirit of brotherhood Srinagar, Jul 02: Yatri Niwas Pantha Chowk in Srinagar came alive with chants of Bam Bam Bhole, prayers and emotional scenes on Thursday as hundreds of first-time Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims arrived in the Valley, many of them overwhelmed by Kashmirs breathtaking beauty and warm hospitality. From elderly devotees to youngsters, the atmosphere at the Yatri Niwas reflected a unique blend of spirituality, excitement and relief as pilgrims prepared to proceed towards the holy cave shrine through the Baltal and Pahalgam routes. For many first-time yatris, the journeyturned intofar more than a religious pilgrimage. Alongside faith and devotion, pilgrims said they were deeply touched by the kindness, compassion and brotherhood shown by the people of Kashmir. We never knew Kashmir was so beautiful and peaceful, said Meena Sharma, a pilgrim from Delhi, while admiring the mist-covered mountains surrounding the city. We had heard many things before coming here, but after arriving, all our fears disappeared. The people here welcomed us warmly and guided us at every step. We are taking back beautiful memories from Kashmir. The arrival of pilgrims filled the Yatri Niwas with energy and devotion as volunteers, officials and security personnel assisted devotees with directions, registration and accommodation. Pushpa Devi, a first-time yatri from Madhya Pradesh, said the Valleys natural beauty and hospitality made the spiritual journey even more memorable. The mountains, cool breeze and peaceful atmosphere make this place feel heavenly, she said. But what touched us most was the behaviour of the people. Shopkeepers, volunteers and even strangers were helping pilgrims selflessly. We feel respected and cared for here. Several women pilgrims said they felt safe and comfortable during their stay in Kashmir and appreciated the support extended by locals and security personnel. As women travellers, safety is always a concern during long journeys, but here we felt completely comfortable, said Rekha Joshi, who arrived with a group from Gujarat. Locals offered us water, directions and help whenever needed. The police and volunteers are guiding everyone patiently. Another woman pilgrim from Maharashtra said the atmosphere in Kashmir had changed her perception of the Valley. We used to see Kashmir only in photographs and on television, but seeing it in person is a completely different feeling, she said. The greenery, rivers and mountains are mesmerising, and the warmth of people makes the experience even more special. Elderly yatris, too, shared emotional accounts of the assistance they received from residents and volunteers. At this age, travelling and climbing are not easy, said 70-year-old Om Prakash from Haryana. But young boys here helped elderly pilgrims with luggage and guided us patiently. Their humanity and respect touched my heart. Another elderly pilgrim from Rajasthan, Shanti Lal Sharma, said his perception of Kashmir had changed completely after visiting the Valley. We came here with devotion for Baba Amarnath, but we are also taking back love and affection from Kashmir, he said. People here welcomed us like family members. This journey will remain in our hearts forever. Pilgrims also praised the administration, Jammu and Kashmir Police and other security agencies for maintaining smooth arrangements and ensuring a secure atmosphere. The arrangements are excellent, said Rajesh Tiwari from Uttar Pradesh. From Jammu to Srinagar, everything has been systematic. Security personnel are present everywhere and are helping devotees with patience and humility. However, many pilgrims urged authorities to simplify the registration process and increase the number of registration counters, particularly for senior citizens and first-time visitors unfamiliar with procedures. Registration should be easier and quicker, said a group of pilgrims from Punjab. Long queues become exhausting, especially for elderly people and women travelling with families. More counters and help desks would make the experience smoother. Some yatris also demanded separate assistance facilities for women and elderly devotees at registration and transit points. Despite minor inconveniences, pilgrims said the warmth of Kashmirs people and the spiritual atmosphere overshadowed every hardship. For us, this is no longer just a pilgrimage, said one elderly devotee while preparing for the onward journey. It has become a lesson in humanity, brotherhood and peace. The majority of the pilgrims urged the LG Manoj Sinha-led administration to set up additional registration counters so that every pilgrim can undertake a hassle-free journey. There should be more counters for registration, andcompletion offormalities should be donein a very speedy manner.After performing darshan at the holy cave shrine, we would like to visit tourist places and take a shikara ride in Dal Lake as well, a group of enthusiastic pilgrims said.
Amarnath Yatris receive grand welcome in Kashmir
First batch of 4,822 pilgrims greeted with garlands, sweets Devotees praise LG admin, police, locals for seamless arrangements Srinagar, Jul 02: Amid tight security arrangements, spiritual fervour and scenes of warmth and celebration, the 57-day annual Shri Amarnath Yatra formally commenced on Thursday with the arrival of the first batch of pilgrims in Kashmir, where devotees were accorded a grand welcome by civil administration, police officers, political representatives and locals. The first batch of 4,822 yatris was flagged off from Jammu by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha in the early hours before proceedingtowardsthe holy cave shrine through the twin routes of Baltal in Ganderbal district and Chandanwari-Pahalgam in south Kashmirs Anantnag district. As the convoy reached Srinagars Yatri Niwas Pantha Chowk, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo and Senior Superintendent of Police Srinagar Dr G V Sundeep Chakravorty welcomed the pilgrims with flower garlands and distributed sweets among them. The atmosphere reverberated with chants of Har Har Mahadev and Bam Bam Bhole as pilgrims stepped into the Valley with visible excitement and devotion. In south Kashmirs Anantnag district, National Conference MLA Altaf Kaloo and SSP Anantnag Amod Nagpure also received the yatris warmly, garlanding devotees and interacting with them as they proceededtowardsthe Pahalgam route.The pilgrims were received warmly at both base campsBaltal in Ganderbal district and Chandwari at Pahalgam, where officials from the administration, police and locals presented bouquets to them and also distributed sweets among the pilgrimsas a mark of Kashmirs age-old hospitality and communal harmony traditions. The beginning of the annual pilgrimage transformed parts of Kashmir into a scene of celebration and spirituality, with officials, volunteers and residents extending greetings and assistance to the devotees. Many pilgrims, especially first-time visitors, said the hospitality and arrangementshadexceeded their expectations. We had heard so much about Kashmir and the Amarnath Yatra, but the welcome we received here touched our hearts, said Neha Sharma, a pilgrim from Delhi travelling with her family.Theadministration has made excellent arrangements, and local people are treating us with kindness and respect. An elderly pilgrim from Gujarat, Mahesh Patel, said the arrangements from Jammu to Srinagar were smooth and highly organised. At this age, travelling long distances is difficult, but everything has been properly managed. Security forces are present everywhere, and medical teams are also available. We feel safe and comfortable, he said. Women pilgrims also praised the support extended by police personnel and volunteers.As women travellers, safety and facilities are our biggest concerns during such journeys, said Rekha Joshi from Maharashtra. But here, the police and officials are constantly guiding and helping us. Even the residents welcomed us warmly. It feels spiritually uplifting. Several yatris appreciated the efforts of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and the administration for ensuringthesmooth conduct of the pilgrimage. The LG administration deserves appreciation for making such elaborate arrangements for lakhs of pilgrims, said Ramesh Kumar from Uttar Pradesh. Accommodation, transport, sanitation and security arrangements are all up to the mark. Pilgrims particularly lauded the role of Jammu and Kashmir Police, CRPF and other security agencies for maintaining a strong yet pilgrim-friendly atmosphere. The police personnel are not just providing security, they are also helping elderly pilgrims with directions, luggage and medical assistance, said a devotee from Rajasthan. Their behaviour has been very humble and cooperative. Another yatri from Punjab said the spiritual atmosphere in Kashmir made the journey even more memorable. The mountains, fresh air and devotion all around create a divine feeling. The warmth shown by Kashmiris has removed all fear and hesitation from our minds, he said. Officials said elaborate multi-layer security arrangements have been put in place for the 57-day pilgrimage, including surveillance, area domination, checkpoints, disaster response teams, medical camps and traffic management alongbothBaltal and Pahalgam routes. The annual Shri Amarnath Yatra, one of the countrys most significant Hindu pilgrimages, attracts lakhs of devotees every year who undertake the arduous journey to pay obeisance at the holy cave shrine housing the naturally formed ice Shivlingam. As the first batch of pilgrims moved towards Baltal and Pahalgam amid chants and prayers, the beginning of the yatra once again reflected Kashmirs enduring tradition of hospitality, communal harmony and spiritual coexistence.
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