Kartik Aaryan takes National Award to Lalbaugcha Raja, places it at Bappa's feet to seek blessings
Kartik Aaryan headed straight toLalbaugcha Raja to seek Bappa's blessings, a day after winning the Best Actor National Award for Chandu Champion. The actor arrived with his parents and placed his awards at Bappa's feet, thanking in gratitude. The actor received the honour from President Murmu in Gujarat on September 22.
Gujarat Board to give a second chance for failed student in end of Year
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has taken a major and important decision for students of grades 10 and 12. Students who do not attend school regularly or have failed in more than three board exams will be given a ...
Gujarat puts 63.35 lakh farmers on digital registry; links Aadhaar to land records
This registry, part of the Centres Digital Agriculture Mission, aims to create a single digital identity for farmers and simplify access to government agricultural schemes and services
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has appointed new state in-charges and co-incharges for various states and Union Territories as part of an organisational reshuffle. Former Union Minister Smriti Irani has been appointed BJP in-charge for Haryana and Chhattisgarh, while Vinod Tawde has been given charge of Uttar Pradesh. Satish Poonia has been appointed in-charge of Jammu and Kashmir, Tarun Chugh will oversee Gujarat, and Harish Dwivedi has been appointed Bihar in-charge.
Gujarat Boy Hit By Teacher Over 'Love You' Note To Classmate, Then A Rs 25 Lakh Claim
The incident took place on September 19, when the girl handed her teacher the note, saying that it had been tossed at her by the boy.
Entire Nation Hopes That Legends Virat, Rohit Win 2027 ODI WC For India: Rinku Singh
ODI World Cup: Middle-order batter Rinku Singh has expressed hope that veteran stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma feature in the 2027 ODI World Cup and help India lift the coveted trophy. At the same time, Rinku mentioned that he wants to break the perception of being a single-format player by earning a Test cap. Rinku, who has played two ODIs and 48 T20Is so far, was a member of India's victorious 2026 T20 World Cup campaign on home soil earlier this year. They are legends, both Virat bhaiya and Rohit bhaiya. Not just me, but the entire nation hopes that they play in the World Cup and are part of the team that goes on to win it. It would be a huge moment for the whole country, as who knows, it could be their last World Cup. So, it would be huge if they can win it for India. It would be huge for them as well, because we havent won the World Cup in a long time. We last won it in 2011. So, we hope both of them are with the team, and that they lift that trophy, Rinku said to JioStar. While he gained instant global fame after hitting five consecutive sixes in an over during an IPL 2023 match for Kolkata Knight Riders against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad, Rinku stated that his primary career goal is to get more World Cup wins. Right now, people know me for hitting those five sixes in one over. Whats on my mind right now is that I want to win the World Cup for Team India, being part of the team, contributing with the bat and helping India win the World Cup. I want people to know me more for that, rather than just the five sixes. Having established himself as a reliable finisher in T20s, though he was omitted from Indias squads after the tour of Zimbabwe in July, Rinku rejected the tag of being purely a white-ball specialist and pointed to his solid record in domestic red-ball cricket. Theres a bit of that perception that Im just a one-format player. But you can look at my average in domestic cricket, whether its in one-dayers or four-day matches. I have a dream of playing Test cricket for India as well. So, people shouldnt view me as a single-format player. I can play all three formats, and I do play all three formats in domestic cricket. But for India, I play only one format at the moment. On his evolving leadership credentials, Rinku said hes still a work in progress, while continuing to observe experienced leaders in both domestic and franchise cricket. Im still growing as far as captaincy is concerned. I was captaining in the UP League, and I became champion with my team. Last season, I was the vice-captain in the IPL. So, Im learning the ropes of captaincy, a bit from Ajju bhai (Ajinkya Rahane) at KKR and from many others. I played a lot with Surya bhai, so I kept observing him in the Indian team for two years and watching how he leads. Im working on my leadership skills, and hopefully, something good is in store for me in captaincy. On his evolving leadership credentials, Rinku said hes still a work in progress, while continuing to observe experienced leaders in both domestic and franchise cricket. Im still growing as far as captaincy is concerned. I was captaining in the UP League, and I became champion with my team. Last season, I was the vice-captain in the IPL. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Whenever I do something good, I think back to where I was and how far I have come from there. Its all Gods blessing. So, I keep looking back at how far I have come, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
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Article 370 Wins Big at 72nd National Film Awards; Yami Gautam Bags Best Actress
Political thriller Article 370 emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 72nd National Film Awards, held at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat, clinching three honours including the coveted Best Feature Film award. Directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, the film also earned Yami Gautam her first-ever National Film Award, with the actress winning Best Actress [] The post Article 370 Wins Big at 72nd National Film Awards; Yami Gautam Bags Best Actress appeared first on Tfipost.com .
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Asian Games: Jay Meena Bags Historic Bronze In Men's Soft Tennis
World Soft Tennis Championships: Jay Meena on Wednesday bagged India's first-ever medal in soft tennis at the Asian Games after losing to Takuya Kurosaka of Japan 2-4 in the semifinal here on Wednesday. Meena had secured India's first-ever medal in the soft tennis at the Asian Games after a sensational comeback win over Sherwin Nuguit in the quarter-final, where he was trailing 3-5 in the final game before clawing back to win the next four points and eventually taking the quarter-final 4-3 to make it to the last four, where he lost to Kurosaka, ending his campaign with a historic bronze. Meena's journey in soft tennis began almost by chance. He was more interested in cricket and initially aspired to become a cricketer. After joining Pioneer Public School in Dewas, he came across a soft tennis court, where his curiosity first led him to watch the players and eventually start as a ball boy. Gradually, he began playing the sport and progressed from school and district competitions to the state and national levels. By the age of 14, he was already competing internationally in Japan, the home of soft tennis. Meena established himself among Indias leading soft tennis players with a gold medal in men's singles at the 36th National Games in Gujarat in 2022. He also contributed to Madhya Pradeshs medal-winning performances in the Mens Team and Doubles events. By 2025, he had further strengthened his credentials by becoming the National Champion in Mens Singles. His international breakthrough continued at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, where he reached the quarter-finals of the Mens Singles event and also represented India in the Mens Team event. In 2024, partnering Aadhya Tiwari, he created history by winning Indias first-ever medal at the World Soft Tennis Championships, securing bronze in mixed doubles. By 2025, he had further strengthened his credentials by becoming the National Champion in Mens Singles. His international breakthrough continued at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, where he reached the quarter-finals of the Mens Singles event and also represented India in the Mens Team event. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He went on to win four medals at the continental event. The TAGG (Target Asian Games Group) athlete is making his third Asian Games appearance, having previously represented India at Jakarta 2018 and Hangzhou 2022. Article Source: IANS
Sunita bags Best Manipuri Feature Film award at 72nd National Film Awards
Imphal: Sunita has won the Best Manipuri Feature Film award at the 72nd National Film Awards, with director Ajit Yumnam and producer Yumnam Brojen Singh receiving the honour from President Droupadi Murmu at the awards ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, on September 22. The film, which centres on a visually impaired woman and her pursuit [] The post Sunita bags Best Manipuri Feature Film award at 72nd National Film Awards appeared first on NorthEast Now .
NHAI Partners with SSNNL to Fast-Track National Highway and Canal Crossings in Gujarat
JPMorgan to double GIFT City business as $1 billion book expands
JPMorgan Chase & Co. plans to expand its operations at Gujarat's GIFT City in the next few years. The bank aims to double its business in areas like trade finance and payments. After establishing its branch in 2022, JPMorgan currently serves a few hundred clients with a book of nearly $1 billion. GIFT City is attracting multinational companies exploring treasury and cross-border financial operations.
In a historic ceremony held against the grand backdrop of the Statue of Unity in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, President Droupadi Murmu presented the 72nd National Film Awards, honouring cinematic excellence for the year 2024 across feature, non-feature, and writing categories. A total of 92 awardees were recognized during the event. Legendary actor Anant Nag was []
Filmmaker Aditya Dhar attended the 72nd National Film Awards with wife and actor Yami Gautam, as their 2024 film Article 370 emerged as one of the major winners at the ceremony. The film won Best Feature Film, while Yami was honoured with Best Actress for her performance. Article 370 also won Best Music Direction for Shashwat Sachdev. However, when Aditya Dhar was asked about his much-anticipated film Dhurandhar during a red carpet interaction, the filmmaker kept the focus firmly on the film being celebrated that evening. Aditya Dhar says, Today, it is all about Article 370 During the interaction, Aditya Dhar was asked about making what was described as one of the biggest films in the Indian film industry. While the question referred to Dhurandhar, Dhar pointed out that the occasion was about Article 370 and its National Award recognition. We are here for Article 370, we will discuss Dhurandhar hopefully if we come next year also. But, today, it is all about Article 370, he said. The comment comes as Dhurandhar continues to remain a major talking point around Dhars upcoming work. Since the current National Film Awards recognise films from the 2024 eligibility cycle, Dhurandhar is not part of this years awards. The film could be considered for a future edition, subject to the applicable eligibility rules. Watch | We will discuss Dhurandhar if we come next year also, but today it's about Article 370: Dhurandhar Maker Aditya Dhar at Ektanagar in Gujarat for National Film Awards with his Actress Wife Yami Gautam pic.twitter.com/AxsgUcaMBV DeshGujarat (@DeshGujarat) September 22, 2026 Yami Gautam Dhar calls National Award the biggest validation For Yami Gautam, the evening marked a major milestone as she received her first National Film Award for her performance in Article 370. Speaking about the honour, the actor said, It feels great. We were just discussing, this is the biggest validation for any artist. I think it is the highest honour presented to you by your country. I don't think I will be able to express right now. I am smiling, but from inside I am feeling like an energy of a newcomer for whom everything is so big, everything is so new and special, Yami said. The actor's win came alongside Article 370 being named Best Feature Film and Shashwat Sachdev receiving the award for Best Music Direction. Article 370s National Film Awards recognition Directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, Article 370 was among the films recognised at the 72nd National Film Awards. The ceremony was held on September 22, 2026, in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat. It marked the first time the National Film Awards ceremony was held outside Delhi. Also Read:Aditya Dhar teases wife Yami Gautam over Nayyi Navelli poster; says, So this is what i married into
World Soft Tennis Championships: Jay Meena created history after he confirmed Indias first-ever Asian Games medal in soft tennis after reaching the men's singles semifinals here on Wednesday. With his quarterfinal win, Meena is assured of at least a bronze. He will play his semifinal match later in the day. Meena's journey in soft tennis began almost by chance. He was more interested in cricket and initially aspired to become a cricketer. After joining Pioneer Public School in Dewas, he came across a soft tennis court, where his curiosity first led him to watch the players and eventually help as a ball boy. Gradually, he began playing the sport himself and progressed from school and district competitions to the state and national levels. By the age of 14, he was already competing internationally in Japan, the home of soft tennis. Meena established himself among Indias leading soft tennis players with a gold medal in men's singles at the 36th National Games in Gujarat in 2022. He also contributed to Madhya Pradeshs medal-winning performances in the Mens Team and Doubles events. By 2025, he had further strengthened his credentials by becoming the National Champion in Mens Singles. His international breakthrough continued at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, where he reached the quarter-finals of the Mens Singles event and also represented India in the Mens Team event. In 2024, partnering Aadhya Tiwari, he created history by winning Indias first-ever medal at the World Soft Tennis Championships, securing bronze in mixed doubles. By 2025, he had further strengthened his credentials by becoming the National Champion in Mens Singles. His international breakthrough continued at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou, where he reached the quarter-finals of the Mens Singles event and also represented India in the Mens Team event. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories He went on to win a total of four medals at the continental event. TAGG (Target Asian Games Group) athlete is making his third Asian Games appearance, having previously represented India at Jakarta 2018 and Hangzhou 2022. He supported under National Coaching Camps in Ahmedabad and Jammu towards preparation for the Asian Championship and Asian Games, respectively. Article Source: IANS
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Kashmir-shot film Obur wins Best Script Award
Ekta Nagar (Gujarat), Sept 22: A film shot against the backdrop of Kashmir has won national recognition, with Obur receiving the Best Script Award at the 72nd National Film Awards held at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on Tuesday. Direct and screenwriter Faraz Ali was honoured with the award for Obur, a bilingual Hindi-Kashmiri short film that brings together regional storytelling traditions and explores themes rooted in the social and emotional realities of Kashmir. The film was shot in the Doodhpathri area and several downtown locations of Srinagar. Ali, who hails from Lucknow, travelled to Kashmir to shoot the film. Obur (2024), directed by Faraz Ali, follows a teenage horse guide who sets out in search of a lost digital memory. The story has been written by Shahnawaz Bhat and Faraz Ali. The films bilingual narrative combines Hindi and Kashmiri, with the screenplay drawing attention for its treatment of language, cultural authenticity and regional setting. Writing a screenplay across two languages presented creative and structural challenges, with the filmmakers seeking to retain the distinctiveness of Kashmiri storytelling while maintaining a cohesive cinematic narrative. The National Film Award recognition for Obur also brings the spotlight on Kashmir as a setting for contemporary cinema and highlights the contribution of regional stories and voices to Indian filmmaking. The National Film Awards are among Indias highest honours in cinema and recognise excellence across filmmaking, screenwriting, acting and technical categories in different languages and regions.
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It was an attempt to convince the masses, or the loyalists, that the BJPs stranglehold was intact. It started as the partys campaign, a call by the BJPs president Nitin Nabin to light 25 crore diyas to mark Mr Modis 25 years in public life, from being Gujarats chief minister to an undisputed national leader
President Murmu Celebrates Unity and Social Themes at 72nd National Film Awards
President Murmu praises films highlighting unity and social issues at the 72nd National Film Awards in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. President Murmu Celebrates Unity and Social Themes at 72nd National Film Awards
J&K FDA bans sale of 4 ghee brands after samples fail food safety tests
Srinagar, Sep 22: The Food & Drugs Administration (FDA), Jammu & Kashmir, has prohibited the sale, storage, distribution and display of specified batches of four ghee brands across the Union Territory after samples collected from different districts were found to be Unsafe, Sub-standard or both during laboratory analysis. The prohibitory order has been issued by Khalid Jahangir, Commissioner, Food Safety, J&K, under the relevant provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, with immediate effect. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. According to the order, samples of various ghee brands were lifted by Food Safety Officers from Anantnag, Jammu, Kathua, Samba and Pulwama and analysed by notified food laboratories, including the National Food Laboratory, Ghaziabad, and Food Testing Laboratory, Srinagar. The reports found that the affected products did not conform to prescribed food safety standards. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The FDA said the analytical findings included the detection of beta-sitosterol, vegetable fat and foreign fat, along with positive Baudouin test results and deviations in prescribed parameters including Reichert-Meissl value, Polenske value, saponification value, B.R. reading, iodine value and fatty-acid profile. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. Four Ghee Brands Under Prohibition As per the order, the following affected batches have been prohibited throughout J&K:Cow Ghee Milk Bite Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Mahadev Industries, Rajasthan. The sample was collected from Jammu, batch No. 143, dated July 2026, with April 2027 as the best-before date and net content of 500 ml. The product was declared Sub-standard. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands.Pehalwan Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Comfy Agro Pvt. Ltd., Gidderbaha, District Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab. The sample was collected from Anantnag, batch No. PW-005, dated May 2026, with a best-before period of nine months and net content of 500 ml. The analytical opinion classified it as Unsafe. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands.Swift Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Suneja Food Products, SICOP Industrial Estate, Hisar, Haryana. The sample was collected from Anantnag, batch No. M-92, dated April 2026, with April 2027 as the best-before date and net content of 450 ml. The product was declared Unsafe. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. Sangath Desi Ghee Manufactured by M/s Akshar Dairy Product, Santhal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The sample was collected from Anantnag, batch No. AD-05/01, dated May 2026, with February 2027 as the best-before date and net content of 200 ml. The analytical opinion classified it as Unsafe/Sub-standard. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. FBOs Directed To Immediately Stop Sale The FDA has directed Food Business Operators, manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers and other persons dealing in the affected products to immediately discontinue their sale, storage, distribution and display across J&K. The concerned operators have also been directed to segregate the affected batches and keep them in safe custody. They have been prohibited from disposing of, selling, transferring or otherwise dealing with the affected stock without approval or directions from the competent Food Safety Authority. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The order further requires all concerned FBOs to submit the complete stock position of the affected batchesincluding quantities received, sold/distributed and presently availableto the concerned Designated Officer within 48 hours of issuance of the order. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. Inspections, Surveillance Ordered The concerned Designated Officers and Food Safety Officers have been directed to ensure immediate implementation of the order and conduct necessary verification and inspections of premises and supply chains. The enforcement authorities have also been asked to maintain strict surveillance over the movement, storage, sale and distribution of the prohibited food articles and take immediate action wherever the affected batches are detected. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The FDA has warned that anyone found violating the prohibitory order will be liable for action under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the rules and regulations framed thereunder, besides any other action permissible under law. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The order also states that the action has been taken as a precautionary measure in the public interest and does not prevent the concerned Food Business Operators from exercising their statutory right to seek re-analysis through an FSSAI-notified referral laboratory in accordance with law. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands. The prohibitory order was issued on September 22, 2026, and signed by Khalid Jahangir, JKAS, Commissioner, Food & Drugs Administration, J&K. PROHIBITORY ORDER of Various Ghee Brands.(KNC)
National Film Awards Move to Gujarat; Yami, Dhanush, Kartik, Mammootty & Randeep Honoured
The 72nd National Film Awards brought together leading stars and filmmakers in Gujarat as the prestigious ceremony was held at Ekta Nagar, marking its move beyond Delhi. Yami Gautam received Best Actress for Article 370, while Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan shared Best Actor honours for Bramayugam and Chandu Champion. Rajkumar Periasamy won Best Direction for Amaran, while Randeep Hooda was honoured for his directorial debut. Kalki 2898 AD and Captain Miller were also among the major winners at the ceremony.
Gujarat Increases Income Limit for Foreign Study Loans to
The Gujarat government raises the income limit for foreign study loans, benefiting more families seeking higher education abroad. Gujarat Increases Income Limit for Foreign Study Loans to 10 Lakh
Karthik Aryan and Yami Gautam Celebrate Their Wins at the 72nd National Film Awards
Karthik Aryan and Yami Gautam express their joy after winning at the 72nd National Film Awards in Kevadia, Gujarat. Karthik Aryan and Yami Gautam Celebrate Their Wins at the 72nd National Film Awards
Gujarats Safe Power Campaign Enhances Womens Safety with Increased Patrols
Gujarats 28-day Safe Power Campaign focused on womens safety, crime prevention, and digital security awareness. Gujarats Safe Power Campaign Enhances Womens Safety with Increased Patrols
Who Is Anant Nag? Meet the Kannada Acting Legend Honoured With the Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024, Indias highest cinema honour, at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony held in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, on Tuesday. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award, which marks the culmination of a screen career spanning more than five decades. This years ceremony [] The post Who Is Anant Nag? Meet the Kannada Acting Legend Honoured With the Dadasaheb Phalke Award appeared first on Tfipost.com .
Mines Ministry to launch incentive scheme for domestic lithium, nickel processing
The Mines Ministry will soon launch an incentive scheme to promote domestic processing of lithium and nickel as India seeks to build an integrated critical mineral value chain and reduce dependence on imported processed materials. The government has also cleared critical mineral processing parks in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, while flagging concerns over auctioned mining blocks that remain idle despite securing clearances and leases.
72nd National Film Awards: Anant Nag receives Dadasaheb Phalke honour
Veteran actor Anant Nag received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 from President Droupadi Murmu at the 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat. Receiving a standing ovation, Nag dedicated the honour to Karnataka and reflected on his decades-long cinematic journey
Gujarat Police Cracks Down on Vehicles with Improper Number Plates
Over 18,000 cases have been filed against vehicles with incorrect number plates in Gujarat as part of a statewide crackdown. Gujarat Police Cracks Down on Vehicles with Improper Number Plates
Gujarat Police registers over 18,000 cases in drive against vehicles with improper number plates
Gandhinagar Gujarat Police have registered 18,014 cases and detained 4,187 vehicles during a statewide drive against vehicles running without number The post Gujarat Police registers over 18,000 cases in drive against vehicles with improper number plates appeared first on Bilkul Online .
NHAI Gujarat MoU: NHAI has signed an MoU with SSNNL to simplify and speed up approvals for National Highway and irrigation projects in Gujarat, while introducing new guidelines to standardise the design of upcoming access-controlled high-speed National Highways. The guidelines cover lane configuration based on traffic assessments, safety provisions for highway entries and exits, and uniform technical standards for four-lane and six-lane Greenfield and Brownfield corridors.
Gujarat CM inaugurates 317-bed hospital in Tapi, lays foundation for 800-bed facility
Tapi Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday inaugurated a 317-bed transitional hospital in Vyara and laid the foundation stone for The post Gujarat CM inaugurates 317-bed hospital in Tapi, lays foundation for 800-bed facility appeared first on Bilkul Online .
The Untold Migration To Gujarat
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Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has sponsored a rifle for Indian shooter Meghana Sajjanar after learning about the athletes difficulties in accessing suitable sporting equipment. According to Sajjanar, Khurrana came across an article about her journey and decided to extend support despite not knowing her personally. Sajjanar, who competes in rifle shooting, was looking to progress to the international level when access to suitable equipment became a challenge. The support from Khurrana enabled her to acquire the equipment she needed for training and competition. The shooter recently met Khurrana and shared details of their interaction on social media. Recalling how the actor came to her aid, Meghana wrote, In our sport, precision is everything but so is the gear in your hands. A year ago, I was pushing my limits but hitting a wall without world class equipment. Then, a single news article changed everything. Ayushmann Khurrana read about my journey and stepped in out of nowhere to sponsor my rifle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meghana Sajjanar (@meghana__sajjanar) He didn't know me. We had never met. He just wanted to see an Indian athlete win on the global stage. That rifle leveled the playing field for me, allowing me to train without compromise, take on the best in the world, and achieve what I have today. Today, I finally got to meet the man who quietly backed my dreams when I needed it most. No noise, just pure support for Indian sports. Thank you for being in my corner. Jai Hind!, she added. In competitive shooting, equipment forms an important part of an athletes training and competition setup. For Sajjanar, the rifle sponsorship came as she was working towards competing at the international level. The gesture also comes amid Khurranas broader association with sports-related initiatives. In May 2026, the actor attended Commonwealth Games Day celebrations in Ahmedabad alongside Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi. The event was held as part of the build-up to the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which India is set to host. Khurrana also participated in a five-kilometre cycling rally at the event and spoke about encouraging a sporting culture among young Indians. Olympians and former Commonwealth Games medallists, including shooters Anjum Moudgil and Ankur Mittal, were also present. His latest association with Sajjanar comes through a more direct form of support, with the actor sponsoring equipment that the shooter says helped her continue her preparations for international competition. Also Read: Yeh Prem Mol Liya: Himesh Reshammiya to launch title track of Ayushmann Khurrana, Sharvari starrer live with 25-piece orchestra on September 20
72nd National Film Awards: I am incredibly happy, says Kartik Aaryan on his triumph
At the 72nd National Film Awards at Kevadia in Gujarat, actor Kartik Aaryan was over the moon for grabbing the Best Actor Award for Chandu Champion, a film that champions the spirit of Paralympians
National Awards 2026: Yami Gautam Wins Best Actress For Article 370, Husband Aditya Dhar By Her Side
The 72nd National Awards ceremony took place in Kevadia, Gujarat, today.
Anant Nag Wins Dadasaheb Phalke Award at 72nd National Film Awards
President Droupadi Murmu presented the 72nd National Film Awards at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat the first time the countrys most prestigious film honours have been conferred outside New Delhi on Tuesday. The evenings defining moment belonged to veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag. After more than five decades and over 300 films, Nag received [] The post Anant Nag Wins Dadasaheb Phalke Award at 72nd National Film Awards appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
72nd National Film Awards: Mammootty Meets Aditya Dhar
Actor Mammootty, Yami Gautam, Kartik Aaryan, Dhanush and other prominent figures of the Indian cinema industry have arrived at the prestigious 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Gujarat.
The 72nd National Film Awards honoured the best of Indian cinema at a grand ceremony in Gujarat, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the awards in Ekta Nagar. Article 370 emerged as Best Feature Film, while Yami Gautam won Best Actress. Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty shared Best Actor honours for Chandu Champion and Bramayugam, respectively. Heres the complete National Film Awards 2026 winners list and key highlights from the ceremony.
Gujarat to Rank Government Offices on Cleanliness and Record Management
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72nd National Film Awards 2026: When, where to watch ceremony live
The 72nd National Film Awards will take place on September 22, 2026, in Kevadia, Gujarat, marking a historic shift as it is held outside New Delhi for the first time
The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony is being held today, September 22, at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards to winners across various categories, recognising films released in 2024....
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates 317-bed transitional hospital in Vyara
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The National Film Awards are among the most recognised honours in Indian cinema. The 72nd edition will be presented today, September 22, in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, with President Droupadi Murmu conferring the awards.
A Reddit user claims she paid five lakh rupees to an agent for a visa appointment. She was denied a US F-1 student visa despite Harvard MBA admission. The visa officer questioned her decision to leave a high-paying consulting job. She explained her plans to join her family's diamond business in Gujarat. Her existing US tourist visa was also cancelled without prejudice.
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Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag will be felicitated with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Kevadia, Gujarat, today, September 22. President Droupadi Murmu will present the country's highest honour for an individual's contribution to Indian cinema during the ceremony.
72nd National Film Awards held in Gujarat hailed by Gopi Desai, Rabindra Behera and Rahul Bali
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Sri Sri Wellbeing reopens in Satellite with expanded therapy and Panchakarma facilities
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National Film Awards 2026 Live Details: When and where to watch the 72nd ceremony from Gujarat
The 72nd National Film Awards will be presented today, September 22, at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 3 pm IST, with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the awards to...
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Actor Kartik Aaryan visits Statue of Unity, pays tribute to Sardar Patel
Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar (Gujarat), Sep 21 (IANS) Bollywood Actor Kartik Aaryan on Monday visited the Statue of Unity at Ekta Nagar in Gujarats Narmada district and paid floral tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, while also experiencing the regions tribal culture during his visit. Aaryan was in Ekta Nagar to attend the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony, which was held in the presence of Sardar Patels Statue. During his visit to the Statue of Unity, he paid floral tribute to Patel, who is credited as the architect of Indias unity and integration. The actor also visited the viewing gallery of the 182-metre statue, from where he saw panoramic views of the Narmada River, the Satpura and Vindhya mountain ranges and the Sardar Sarovar Narmada Dam. He was also briefed about the various tourist attractions and facilities developed at the Statue of Unity and Ekta Nagar, as well as the planned tourism development works in the area. Speaking about his visit, Aaryan said: Today, I visited the worlds tallest statue, the Statue of Unity, with my family. It is a matter of pride to see the worlds tallest statue, which is a symbol of unity. Everyone should visit the Statue of Unity. He also spoke about his National Film Award, saying, My film has received its first National Award, which is a matter of pride for me. During the visit, Aaryan participated in traditional Holi and Rathwa tribal dances of Nani Devruvan, associated with Narmada and Chhota Udepur districts. The Statue of Unity Authority specially organised the performances, allowing the actor to experience the regions tribal traditions. Amit Arora, Chief Executive Officer of the Statue of Unity Area Development and Tourism Regulation Authority, honoured Aaryan with a memento and a photograph. He also briefed the actor about the Statue of Unity and various tourism projects in Ekta Nagar.
5-7 injured as speeding car hits pilgrims in Gujarat, angry crowd sets vehicle on fire
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Kartik Aaryan Visits Statue of Unity Ahead of National Film Awards Ceremony
Kartik Aaryan shares his visit to the Statue of Unity in Gujarat ahead of receiving a National Award for Best Actor. Kartik Aaryan Visits Statue of Unity Ahead of National Film Awards Ceremony
Kartik Aaryan visits Statue of Unity, enjoys thepla ahead of 72nd National Award ceremony at Kevadia
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, who is set to be honoured with the National Award for Best actor, has landed in Gujarat for the ceremony. On Monday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a series of pictures and videos from Kevadia, Gujarat. In the pictures, the actor can be seen next to the Statue Of Unity. One of the pictures also shows his meal spread of thepla and other local delicacies. He wrote in the caption, A legacy larger than life #StatueOfUnity. He also commented, Thepla was good. His followers lauded the actor for his achievement. One user wrote, Sooooooooooo Excited About U Receiving Ur National Award. Another user wrote, Sattu back in town. A 3rd user wrote, I'm happy when you happy, it's simple. Meanwhile, the actor will be honoured with the National Award for Best Actor for his work in the sports biopic Chandu Champion in which he essayed the role of a Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar. Kartik shared the National Award for Best actor with Malayalam cinema legend, Mammootty, who will be feted for his work in Bramayugam. The 72nd National Film Awards, presented by the National Film Development Corporation of India, were announced on 18 July 2026 in a press conference to honour the best of Indian cinema in 2024. There were 400 entries in the feature film category, 161 in non-feature films, 38 books, and 24 critics submissions. The political action-thriller Article 370 was awarded Best Feature Film and the dystopian science-fiction Kalki 2898 AD was awarded Best Popular Feature Film. The 72nd National Film Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on September 22 in Kevadia, Gujarat with President Droupadi Murmu presenting the honours. Veteran actor Anant Nag will receive the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. This edition marks a significant move beyond Delhi.
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Gujarat: Liquor worth Rs 86.63 lakh seized in Rajkot, eight booked
Digital Desk | Rajkot, Sep 21 (IANS) Gujarat Police's State Monitoring Cell (SMC) seized Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and beer worth Rs 86.63 lakh during a raid near the Ahmedabad-Rajkot Highway in Rajkot city on Monday, with the total value of the seized liquor, vehicle and other material put at Rs 1.10 crore, officials said. The team, led by Police Inspector P.B. Jebaliya, conducted the raid near Radhe-Krishna Hotel, close to Bamanbhor village, within the jurisdiction of Airport Police Station. According to the State Monitoring Cell, the team seized around 604 boxes of IMFL and beer containing 21,792 bottles. The liquor was valued at Rs 86,63,712. Police also seized one vehicle and other material, bringing the total value of the property recovered to Rs 1,10,91,012. The action followed directions issued by Director General of Police (DGP) G.S. Malik to take legal action against illegal liquor and gambling activities in the state. Police registered a case at Airport Police Station under Sections 65(A)(E), 81, 83, 98(2) and 116(B) of the Prohibition Act and Sections 336(2), 336(3) and 340(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. Eight people have been named as accused in the case; one has been arrested, while seven are wanted. The arrested accused has been identified as Dilipsinh Rawat, a resident of Sobiyana village in Beawar, Rajasthan. The seven wanted accused include Jitendrasinh Singh, a resident of Thikarwas, Kalan, in Rajasthan's Rajsamand district; Suresh, a truck owner; and an unidentified associate of Jitendrasinh in Chandigarh. Police have also named an unidentified person who allegedly took a four-wheeler to load the liquor, another unidentified person who arrived on a motorcycle carrying a transport slip, and an unidentified person who allegedly ordered the liquor consignment in Rajkot. Further investigation into the seizure and the persons named as wanted accused is underway, the State Monitoring Cell said.
President Murmu arrives in Ekta Nagar ahead of 72nd National Film Awards
Ekta Nagar President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Ekta Nagar in Gujarats Narmada district on Monday, ahead of the 72nd National The post President Murmu arrives in Ekta Nagar ahead of 72nd National Film Awards appeared first on Bilkul Online .
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Video: Speeding Car Rams Pilgrims, Mob Sets It On Fire On Gujarat Highway
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Prez Murmu to present 72nd National Film Awards in Gujarat tomorrow
Digital Desk | Ekta Nagar, Sept 21 (IANS) The 72nd National Film Awards will be presented at Ekta Nagar in Gujarat on Tuesday, marking the first time the prestigious awards are held outside the national capital as the Centre takes the ceremony to different parts of the country. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards on September 22, recognising achievements in Indian cinema for 2024. Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 for his contribution to Indian cinema and a career spanning more than five decades. The government announced the award earlier this month on the recommendation of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award Selection Committee. Instituted in 1954, the National Film Awards recognise excellence in feature films, non-feature films and writing on cinema. The awards cover films and filmmaking across India's languages, regions and cinematic forms. Among the major honours for the 2024 film year, 'Article 370' has been selected as the Best Feature Film, while 'Bhangaar' has won Best Non-Feature Film and 'Ram-Nami' has been named Best Documentary. Mammootty and Kartik Aaryan will share the Best Actor in a Leading Role award for 'Bramayugam' and 'Chandu Champion', respectively. At the same time, Yami Gautam has been selected as Best Actress in a Leading Role for 'Article 370'. Randeep Hooda will receive the Best Debut Film of a Director award for 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar'. The awards will also recognise several commercially successful and critically noted films. 'Kalki 2898 AD' has won the award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment, while 'Amaran' has received the Best Direction award for director Rajkumar Periasamy. 'Captain Miller' has been recognised as the Best Feature Film Promoting National, Social and Environmental Values. Other films receiving honours in different categories include 'Pushpa: The Rule Part-02', 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' and 'Stree 2'. The awards also span languages including Marathi, Santhali, Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Tulu and Garhwali. A Santhali film will be honoured in the Non-Feature Film section for the first time in the history of the awards, according to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The ceremony at Ekta Nagar, formerly Kevadia, is part of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting's decision to hold future National Film Awards in different states and cities, rather than restricting the event to Delhi. The ministry said the move would bring the celebration of Indian cinema closer to different regions and highlight the country's linguistic, cultural and cinematic diversity. The 72nd edition thus combines the recognition of the 2024 crop of films with a change in the setting of one of India's leading cinema award ceremonies, with filmmakers, actors, technicians and other members of the film fraternity expected to gather in Gujarat on Tuesday.
Which initiative of PM Modi drew praise from APJ Abdul Kalam? Modi Story answers
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) As the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) celebrates 25 years of Seva under Prime Minister Narendra Modis stewardship, the grassroots change started taking shape two decades ago in Gujarat, and this transformation also impressed former President Dr Abdul Kalam beyond words. Modi Story, a popular handle on X, shared the inspiring tale of 100 percent electrification of thousands of villages in Gujarat in a record 1,000 days, under then Gujarat CM Narendra Modis leadership. The village electrification mission, which began during Narendra Modis tenure as Gujarat CM, continued after 2014, and more than 18,450 villages were electrified across the country under the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY). The DDUGJY, launched by PM Modi in 2014, worked to strengthen the electricity distribution system and, together with Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya), all the villages and hamlets across the country were electrified, a feat which couldnt be achieved in seven decades of Independence. A total of 18374 villages were electrified under DDUGJY, and a total of 2.86 crore households were electrified under the aegis of Saubhagya, an official report stated in 2023. Today, rural households have access to round-the-clock power supply, but the grassroots transformation began more than two decades ago in Gujarat under a scheme named Jyotigram Yojana. The Jyotigram scheme, which saw record laying of electricity lines and electric poles, connected entire stretches of villages in Gujarat with electricity. This milestone under the Jyotigram Yojana caught the attention of then President Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. He had travelled to Gujarat, visited a Jyotigram village and dedicated the scheme to the nation. The Modi Story, in a video, shares the landmark moment, as vividly recalled by Saurabh Patel, former Gujarat cabinet minister, of how Dr Kalam was thrilled and stunned by mass-scale electrification in a very short span of time. He says Dr Kalam was curious and keen to see the transformation, so the then Gujarat CM, Narendra Modi, agreed and facilitated his visit to remote villages to see the change firsthand. Recounting the final function to celebrate the unprecedented achievement, Saurabh Patel says in the Modi Story video, Dr Kalam couldnt believe it; he asked if he could visit them. The Chief Minister readily agreed and arranged for his tour. Watching the changes on the ground, Dr Kalam was overwhelmed to see over 18,000 villages getting electrified in a record time, he added. Notably, the Jyotirangan Yojana, which spanned 1,000 days, set a record by installing 20 lakh electric poles, laying 1 lakh km of electric lines, and electrifying more than 18,000 villages, underscoring the importance of public service (seva). The movement to electrify villages began two decades ago and only firmed up after PM Modi took charge at the Centre; the 25 years of Seva (public service) seeks to celebrate this devotion and spirit.
