News for 'Vadodara'

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai crush HP

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai crush HP

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani returned a five-wicket haul as a dominant Mumbai crushed Himachal Pradesh by an innings and 120 runs.

Col Sofiya Qureshi's family joins Modi's roadshow in Gujarat

Col Sofiya Qureshi's family joins Modi's roadshow in Gujarat

Rediff.com26 May 2025

During his two-day Gujarat visit, PM Modi is scheduled to take part in public events in Dahod, Bhuj and Gandhinagar and inaugurate and lay the foundation stones for a series of development projects costing over Rs 82,950 crore, an official release stated.

Gujarat shuts 5 'dangerous' bridges on Narmada canals

Gujarat shuts 5 'dangerous' bridges on Narmada canals

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

Authorities in Gujarat have closed five bridges on the Narmada canals after inspections revealed they were unsafe for vehicular traffic. Heavy vehicles are banned from other bridges, and repairs are ordered for dozens more.

'Nobody Listened. The Bridge Collapsed'

'Nobody Listened. The Bridge Collapsed'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Who will answer for these lives crushed under their neglect?'

Lace & Luxury: Mona Patel At The Bezos Wedding

Lace & Luxury: Mona Patel At The Bezos Wedding

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

IndianAmerican entrepreneur and philanthropist Mona Patel joined the ultraglamorous guest list at JeffBezos and LaurenSnchez's lavish prewedding celebrations in Venice.

Ranji Trophy: Karun notches second ton; Rahane flops

Ranji Trophy: Karun notches second ton; Rahane flops

Rediff.com1 Nov 2025

Ignored Karun Nair hits 2nd ton to take Karnataka to 319/3 against Kerala in the Ranji Trophy.

Woman recalls son's final phone call before Guj ropeway tragedy

Woman recalls son's final phone call before Guj ropeway tragedy

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

Six people died after a cable wire snapped on a cargo ropeway at Pavagadh Hill in Gujarat. The victims included ropeway operators and others transporting materials to the hilltop Mahakalika Temple.

Bhikaji Cama, The Lady Who Survived Plague And Defied An Empire

Bhikaji Cama, The Lady Who Survived Plague And Defied An Empire

Rediff.com24 Sep 2025

Bhikaji Cama, a hero of India's freedom, was the first to unfurl the Indian tricolour on foreign soil.

AI 171 crash: 65 families hire US law firm Beasley Allen for legal battle

AI 171 crash: 65 families hire US law firm Beasley Allen for legal battle

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Families of victims of the Air India plane crash have hired a US law firm to explore legal options, seeking answers and accountability.

Ranji Trophy: Hooda punishes Mumbai with double century; Shami struggles

Ranji Trophy: Hooda punishes Mumbai with double century; Shami struggles

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Deepak Hooda smashed a brilliant double hundred to put Rajasthan in control as they took a massive lead against Mumbai on Day 3 of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match.

Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal warms up for SA series with big hundred

Ranji Trophy: Jaiswal warms up for SA series with big hundred

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

Jaiswal gears up for SA Test with big hundred but Mumbai get only 1 point

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai, Delhi Fight Back On Day 1

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai, Delhi Fight Back On Day 1

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Opener Musheer Khan (112) and veteran Siddhesh Lad (100 not out) hit centuries to rally Mumbai to 289/5 on Day 1 of the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match against Himachal Pradesh.

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Ranji Trophy: Karun, Smaran hit double tons as Karnataka dominates

Rediff.com2 Nov 2025

Karun Nair and Ravichandran Smaran made double hundreds as Karnataka gained upper hand over Kerala on the second day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group B match.

'The Most Heart-Stopping Aviation Experience'

'The Most Heart-Stopping Aviation Experience'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'A last-second aborted landing at Mumbai airport left us speechless.'

Man who sent death threat to Salman turns out to be mentally ill

Man who sent death threat to Salman turns out to be mentally ill

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The Mumbai police have issued a notice to the 26-year-old man, resident of a village in Waghodia taluka in Vadodara, to appear before them.

14 killed in Gujarat as thunderstorms batter state

14 killed in Gujarat as thunderstorms batter state

Rediff.com6 May 2025

At least 14 people have died in rain-related incidents as thunderstorms, strong winds and dust storms battered several parts of Gujarat, India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms with lightning and strong winds of up to 50-60 kmph across the state for the next few days. Strong winds uprooted trees, hoardings, and pillars, and parts of houses collapsed in several districts, leaving many injured. The deaths were reported in Ahmedabad, Anand, Kheda, Dahod, Aravalli and Vadodara districts of Gujarat on Monday and Sunday. The IMD has also forecast heavy rainfall in isolated parts of Banaskantha, Kutch, Sabarkantha, Aravalli and Anand districts in the next three days.

India's Aging Bridges Under Scrutiny

India's Aging Bridges Under Scrutiny

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Among India's 150,746 railway bridges, 25.8 per cent are over a century old.

'He was over-speeding for enjoyment', killed 1 person

'He was over-speeding for enjoyment', killed 1 person

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

One woman has died, and several others have sustained injuries after an over-speeding four-wheeler rammed into two-wheelers on March 14 in Gujarat's Vadodara. Speaking to ANI, Vikas Kewalani, a victim of the car accident, demanded strict action against the accused, stating that they would realise their mistakes only when strict punishment is enforced.

Communal clash in Vadodara during Ganesh procession

Communal clash in Vadodara during Ganesh procession

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

The members of the two communities pelted each other with stones after an argument broke out between them over some issue when the Ganesh procession was passing through Panigate Darwaza in the communally sensitive Mandvi locality at around 11.15 pm, a city police official said.

Sachin Tendulkar gears up for cricket return

Sachin Tendulkar gears up for cricket return

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Kumar Sangakkara will captain India and Sri Lanka, respectively, in the inaugural International Masters League.

Accident at bullet train construction site disrupts trains

Accident at bullet train construction site disrupts trains

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

A segmental launching gantry used for construction at a bullet train project site near Ahmedabad accidentally skid from its position and affected the adjoining railway line, disrupting the movement of several trains, officials said on Monday.

Air India crash orphans travel-loving couple's teen daughter

Air India crash orphans travel-loving couple's teen daughter

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Known for his jovial and kind nature, Neeraj left a lasting impression on his neighbours in Akola, which is why the news of his passing devastated the entire town, even though many had not seen him in years.

NRI from SA visiting Vadodara tests positive for Omicron BA.5

NRI from SA visiting Vadodara tests positive for Omicron BA.5

Rediff.com24 May 2022

A 29-year-old NRI who recently came to Vadodara in Gujarat from South Africa has been found infected with the BA.5 sub-variant of the highly-transmittable Omicron variant of coronavirus, a health official said on Tuesday.

Air India flight fell on ground right after take-off

Air India flight fell on ground right after take-off

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

The Air India plane AI-171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed immediately after take-off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, as per the Gujarat State Police Control Room.

Air India crash: Rupani's mortal remains identified, probe intensified

Air India crash: Rupani's mortal remains identified, probe intensified

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel met the family members of Rupani and informed them about the DNA match, state Health Minister Rushikesh Patel said.

WPL PIX: Clinical MI crush Gujarat Giants

WPL PIX: Clinical MI crush Gujarat Giants

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

Sciver-Brunt smashed a 39-ball 57, her second consecutive half-century, after taking two wickets for 26, as MI first bowled out GG for a modest 120 and then chased down the target, scoring 122 for 5 with 3.5 overs to spare.

11-year-old rape victim dies in Guj hospital after week-long battle for life

11-year-old rape victim dies in Guj hospital after week-long battle for life

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

On December 16, an industrial worker abducted the girl when she was playing near her hut. He took her to nearby bushes, where raped her and fled the spot, leaving her injured, according to the police.

'Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years'

'Tendulkar's straight drive took me back 15 years'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'There were two standout shots: that straight drive for six and then the cover drive for six.'

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

'Judges Don't Descend From Mars Or The Moon'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'The quality of justice is directly linked to the quality of judges -- if that suffers, justice delivery suffers.'

A Trip to The Tallest Statue In The World!

A Trip to The Tallest Statue In The World!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The giant statue of Sardar Vallabhai Patel is most impressive and a trip to the viewing gallery on top is the high point of a trip to Kevadia, Gujarat.

WPL: Delhi Capitals eye top spot; UP Warriorz first win

WPL: Delhi Capitals eye top spot; UP Warriorz first win

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

Delhi Capitals will be aiming to claim the top spot, while UP Warriorz will be desperate to register their first victory of the season when the two sides face off in the Women's Premier League in Bengaluru on Saturday.

Controversy hits Ranji! J&K accuse Baroda of pitch tampering

Controversy hits Ranji! J&K accuse Baroda of pitch tampering

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

Jammu and Kashmir alleged that the pitch was tampered with overnight to favor Baroda in their ongoing Ranji Trophy clash.

First C-295 aircraft to roll out of Gujarat facility in Sep 2026

First C-295 aircraft to roll out of Gujarat facility in Sep 2026

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

The ministry of defence in September 2021 signed a Rs 21,935-crore contract with Airbus Defense and Space SA, Spain for supply of 56 aircraft.

Vadodara to Dallas: Lord Ganesha Arrives

Vadodara to Dallas: Lord Ganesha Arrives

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.

WPL: Sisodia, Parween called up as injury replacements

WPL: Sisodia, Parween called up as injury replacements

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The WPL starts on Friday with a match between defending champions RCB and Gujarat Giants in Vadodara.

Bullet train project completes 386 km pier foundation, 272 km viaduct

Bullet train project completes 386 km pier foundation, 272 km viaduct

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

The Bullet Train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad has achieved significant progress with the completion of 386 km of pier foundation and 272 km of viaduct. Track laying is expected to begin soon as all other infrastructure work is ready.

Smriti Mandhana closing in on ODI and T20I crowns

Smriti Mandhana closing in on ODI and T20I crowns

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Smriti Mandhana closed in on the top spot while occupying the second slot in both the ICC T20I and ODI batting rankings released

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.

India's job market sees 41% growth in Feb

India's job market sees 41% growth in Feb

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

India's job market continued its upward momentum in February, witnessing 41 per cent year-on-year growth mainly driven by freshers hiring, a report said on Thursday. In February, fresher hiring rose by 26 per cent year-on-year (YoY) reflecting sustained employer demand for entry-level talent, according to data by foundit (formerly Monster APAC and ME), Asia's jobs and talent platform.

When SC praised Col Sofia Qureshi who held Op Sindoor briefing

When SC praised Col Sofia Qureshi who held Op Sindoor briefing

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The top court also referred to the distinctions achieved by women officers, and put out an example of Col Qureshi's achievements.