News for 'Gujarat'

CBI repatriation rate doubles, brings back 134 over 5 years

CBI repatriation rate doubles, brings back 134 over 5 years

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

The CBI has significantly increased the rate of fugitive repatriation, bringing back 134 individuals in the last five years, doubling the number from the previous decade. This success is attributed to enhanced diplomatic efforts, technological advancements, and improved coordination with Interpol.

Live peacefully, or face my bullet: Modi warns Pakistan

Live peacefully, or face my bullet: Modi warns Pakistan

Rediff.com26 May 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that their government and Army are supporting terrorism for their own benefit and urging the people of Pakistan to come forward and end the menace. He also highlighted India's rise to become the world's fourth-largest economy, contrasting it with Pakistan's situation.

Suryavanshi breaks records after quickest ton in Under-19 ODI

Suryavanshi breaks records after quickest ton in Under-19 ODI

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Suryavanshi, who was called up to India's U-19 squad after a standout performance in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL), needed only 52 balls to get to three figures.

Rohit slams IPL records: 7000 runs, 300 sixes!

Rohit slams IPL records: 7000 runs, 300 sixes!

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Mumbai Indian's veteran batter Rohit Sharma became only the second batter to surpass the 7000-run mark in IPL.

Covid cases in India cross 4,000-mark; Kerala, Maha, Delhi worst hit

Covid cases in India cross 4,000-mark; Kerala, Maha, Delhi worst hit

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

There are 4,026 active cases in India and five fresh deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours.

Air India crash: Families endure painful wait for loved ones' bodies

Air India crash: Families endure painful wait for loved ones' bodies

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

More than 30 hours have passed since the horrific crash of Air India's London-bound flight in Meghaninagar area of Ahmedabad shortly after its take-off from the city airport snuffed out the lives of 265 people, including 241 passengers and 12 crew members.

SC takes up case over ED summoning senior lawyers

SC takes up case over ED summoning senior lawyers

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

The Supreme Court has initiated a suo motu case regarding investigation agencies summoning lawyers and will examine if they can be put to notice. The action follows the Enforcement Directorate summoning senior lawyers, which was condemned by bar associations.

Russia's Rosneft in early talks with Reliance to sell stake in India unit

Russia's Rosneft in early talks with Reliance to sell stake in India unit

Rediff.com29 Jun 2025

Russian oil giant PJSC Rosneft Oil Company is in early talks with Reliance Industries for sale of its 49.13 per cent stake in Nayara Energy, which operates a 20-million tonnes-a-year oil refinery and 6,750 petrol pumps in India, sources said. Reliance has held preliminary talks for acquisition of Nayara, which will help it overtake state-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) to become India's No.1 oil refiner as well as give a meaningful presence in the fuel marketing space.

Bharat Mata Dispute Rocks Kerala Academia

Bharat Mata Dispute Rocks Kerala Academia

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The Bharat Mata controversy in Kerala shows how political and symbolic fights between the state and the Centre have taken attention away from education, throwing the state's oldest university into confusion and disorder, observes Shyam G Menon.

Last rites of AI pilot Kunder, flight attendant Songhare held

Last rites of AI pilot Kunder, flight attendant Songhare held

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Hundreds of people, including inconsolable family members and friends, gave an emotional farewell to First Officer Clive Kunder, co-pilot of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad last week, and flight attendant Roshni Songhare whose last rites were held on Thursday.

Siraj's Wallpaper Reveals His England Test Ambition

Siraj's Wallpaper Reveals His England Test Ambition

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Gujarat Titans pacer, famous for his 'Siuuu' celebration, was seen at the airport with a striking phone wallpaper of Ronaldo

Darkest hour: Key events that led to Indira's Emergency

Darkest hour: Key events that led to Indira's Emergency

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Here is the timeline of the Emergency that lasted for 21 months, which is considered as the darkest period in the history of Independent India.

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

In 2025 alone, at least 50 suicides linked to online gambling losses have been reported across India. According to FIRs, the victims were addicted to betting, largely driven by cricket, rummy and poker.

Ayush Mhatre gets special send-off from Rohit

Ayush Mhatre gets special send-off from Rohit

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Mhatre later shared the moment on Instagram with a photo and the caption, 'A bat, a blessing, and a memory of a lifetime - thank you Rohit da.'

PHOTOS: Surat goes under water after 100 mm of rains

PHOTOS: Surat goes under water after 100 mm of rains

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Various parts of Surat were flooded after incessant rainfall in the region. Over 100 mm of rain has blocked roads and led to waterlogging in several low-lying areas.

47 AI crash victims identified via DNA tests; 24 bodies handed over

47 AI crash victims identified via DNA tests; 24 bodies handed over

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Authorities have so far identified 31 victims of the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad through DNA testing and 12 families have claimed the mortal remains till now, an official said on Sunday.

Can UP Triple Its Exports By 2030?

Can UP Triple Its Exports By 2030?

Rediff.com28 May 2025

UP has progressed steadily: its exports increased from $13 billion in FY15 to $17 billion in FY20, and to around $22 billion in FY25.

'Enemies Of Peace Will Never Dictate Our Resolve'

'Enemies Of Peace Will Never Dictate Our Resolve'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

In an attempt to revive tourism in Kashmir after it was severely affected after the Pahalgam terror attack, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met prominent tour and travel operators from Maharashtra and Gujarat at a Pahalgam hotel on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

IPL final shifted to Ahmedabad due to politics: WB govt

IPL final shifted to Ahmedabad due to politics: WB govt

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

The West Bengal government criticised BCCI's decision to relocate the playoff and final matches of IPL 2025 from Kolkata to Ahmedabad.

CSK sign Urvil Patel to replace injured Vansh Bedi

CSK sign Urvil Patel to replace injured Vansh Bedi

Rediff.com5 May 2025

CSK sign Urvil Patel as injury replacement for Vansh Bedi

Now, You Can Study In A UK College... In India

Now, You Can Study In A UK College... In India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

At least six major UK universities have announced plans to set up campuses or liaison offices in India.

'We Lost Both Of Them In One Week'

'We Lost Both Of Them In One Week'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Arjun Patolia, 36, came from London to his ancestral village Vadiya in Amreli district to immerse Bharati's ashes in the Narmada, as per her last wish.

IPL 2025: Meet The Gujarat Titans Squad

IPL 2025: Meet The Gujarat Titans Squad

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

The Gujarat Titans have cemented their status as a dominant force in the IPL. With a strategic blend of experience and youth, the team is poised to make another strong bid for the title in IPL 2025.

Co-investment may slip its leash as rules relax for big-ticket plays

Co-investment may slip its leash as rules relax for big-ticket plays

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

Co-investment under the portfolio management services (PMS) route accounted for less than 50 crore in assets and involved fewer than a dozen clients for much of 2022. Since then, assets under management have risen to 3,812 crore across 535 clients as of April 2025, according to the latest regulatory data. The recent changes may open the door to greater investment from sovereign wealth and pension funds, experts say.

Medical college bears brunt of AI crash, 5 students among 7 killed

Medical college bears brunt of AI crash, 5 students among 7 killed

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Two other MBBS students and three relatives of doctors are missing, she said.

'Take your time': Shastri's words of wisdom for Gill

'Take your time': Shastri's words of wisdom for Gill

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'It's never easy, but I think he will learn from this exposure.'

Kerala official suspended over offensive post on crash victim

Kerala official suspended over offensive post on crash victim

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

A government employee in Kerala has been suspended for making an offensive comment on Facebook about a Keralite nurse who died in the Ahmedabad plane crash.

RCB sign Seifert as replacement for Bethell

RCB sign Seifert as replacement for Bethell

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has signed New Zealander Tim Seifert as a replacement for England batter Jacob Bethell, who will be unavailable for the IPL playoffs due to national commitments.

2021 saw 15% more deaths than 2022 due to Covid: CRS data

2021 saw 15% more deaths than 2022 due to Covid: CRS data

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Nearly 86.5 lakh deaths were reported in the country during 2022, a significant decline of more than 15 per cent from Covid-affected 2021 which had recorded over 1.02 crore deaths, according to a new data from the Civil Registration System (CRS).

When he couldn't stay in Gujarat...: Pawar's dig at Shah

When he couldn't stay in Gujarat...: Pawar's dig at Shah

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Former Union Minister Sharad Pawar has refuted claims made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah that the BJP's victory in the Maharashtra assembly polls ended the politics of betrayal and treachery started by Pawar in 1978. Pawar stated that he was the Chief Minister in 1978 and was unaware of Shah's whereabouts at the time. He also criticized the lack of communication between current political leaders and called for a return to respectful dialogue. He also highlighted Shah's past legal issues, including being externed from Gujarat. In response to speculation about the future of the MVA coalition, Pawar said discussions will take place within the next 10 days to address key issues. An editorial in the Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece 'Saamana' also criticized Shah's remarks, calling them 'arrogant' and questioning the BJP's actions in relation to Pawar and Balasaheb Thackeray.

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Gill-Sudharsan: Only pair to score 200 twice in T20s

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are the first opening pair in the history of T20 cricket to chase 200 or more twice.

'He came to India for 9 days just to eat his favourite fruit'

'He came to India for 9 days just to eat his favourite fruit'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Ramesh Chand Patel, a regular visitor to Gujarat and deeply connected to his roots, had come to India for just nine days.

New FBI chief Kash Patel traces his roots to Gujarat village

New FBI chief Kash Patel traces his roots to Gujarat village

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Kash Patel, the first Indian-American to head the FBI, has traced his roots to Bhadran village in Gujarat's Anand district. Patel's family migrated to Uganda 70 to 80 years ago, before selling their ancestral houses and moving to foreign countries. Patel was born in New York and is a trained lawyer who is an ice-hockey fan.

GT middle-order struggles down to lack of exposure?

GT middle-order struggles down to lack of exposure?

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Arshad Khan also reflected on their previous fixture against Chennai Super Kings, acknowledging it wasn't their best.

SEE: GT players visit Hatkeshwar Temple

SEE: GT players visit Hatkeshwar Temple

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

'Seeking blessings for the season at Hatkeshwar Temple.'

Normal life remains unaffected during strike, violence in Bengal

Normal life remains unaffected during strike, violence in Bengal

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

A nationwide strike called by trade unions to protest against the central government's labor policies had a mixed impact across India. While normal life remained largely unaffected in most parts of the country, some sectors like banking, transport, and insurance experienced disruptions. Sporadic incidents of violence were reported in West Bengal.

1.25L ltr fuel in plane, no chance of survival: Shah

1.25L ltr fuel in plane, no chance of survival: Shah

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Shah said the number of those killed will be officially released by the authorities after DNA test and identification of the victims.

3 crew members killed as Coast Guard helicopter crashes in Gujarat

3 crew members killed as Coast Guard helicopter crashes in Gujarat

Rediff.com5 Jan 2025

Three crew members were killed after a helicopter of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) crashed and caught fire at an airport on the outskirts of Gujarat's Porbandar city, police said.

Will BJP Be The New Congress?

Will BJP Be The New Congress?

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Only in the event of the RSS managing to force Modi into accepting a consensual candidate, will the party not continue to 'being' the 'next Congress', observes Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

Has Sudharsan done enough for Test debut in England?

Has Sudharsan done enough for Test debut in England?

Rediff.com3 May 2025

Gujarat Titans opener B Sai Sudharsan continued his red-hot form in the Indian Premier League to lead the Orange Cap race for IPL's top scorer and stake his claim for a Test debut in India's tour of England later this year.