News for 'Vadodara'

Meet Colonel Sofiya Qureshi

Meet Colonel Sofiya Qureshi

Rediff.com7 May 2025

In a composed and clear presentation, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi announced that nine terrorist facilities had been destroyed in the tri-services operation.

Can Jha & Team Convince Japan, Korea Etc?

Can Jha & Team Convince Japan, Korea Etc?

Rediff.com23 May 2025

JD-U MP Sanjay Kumar Jha heads a diplomatic mission to Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan and Singapore, to seek international cooperation after the Pahalgam attack while highlighting Pakistan's role in cross-border terrorism.

'Will Learning AI Help Me As An Entrepreneur?'

'Will Learning AI Help Me As An Entrepreneur?'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Dr Ganesh Natarajan, a special guest on rediffGURUS, has been addressing questions from Rediff readers, about how to grow professionally, how women can achieve leadership roles in Indian companies, and what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur.

IML: Rahul's hat-trick lifts India Masters to victory

IML: Rahul's hat-trick lifts India Masters to victory

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

Rahul Sharma recorded a hat-trick as India Masters crushed South Africa by eight wickets to record their third consecutive victory in the International Masters League.

The Twins Who Scored Identical Marks In MBBS Exam

The Twins Who Scored Identical Marks In MBBS Exam

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Twins Rahin and Riba Hafezji chose books over social media and scored identical marks in their MBBS final exam.

WPL: Gujarat Giants eye redemption against UP Warriorz

WPL: Gujarat Giants eye redemption against UP Warriorz

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

The Gujarat Giants will be hoping to improve their bowling and fielding after a disappointing defeat in their Women's Premier League season opener. They will face the UP Warriorz, led by Deepti Sharma, who will be looking to capitalize on their strong spin bowling attack. The match will be a crucial one for both teams as they seek to make their mark in the tournament.

Falafel in Vadodara

Falafel in Vadodara

Rediff.com16 Jan 2006

Colonel Sofiya Qureshi comes from a family of military officers

Colonel Sofiya Qureshi comes from a family of military officers

Rediff.com7 May 2025

Being a 'fauji' kid, Sofiya Qureshi grew up listening to tales of valour and sacrifice of the army shared by her grandfather, who was a soldier.

Samay Raina's Gujarat shows cancelled over Allahbadia row

Samay Raina's Gujarat shows cancelled over Allahbadia row

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Gujarat VHP spokesperson Hitendrasinh Rajput said stand-up comedian Raina had planned four shows in the state -- one each in Surat on April 17 and Vadodara on April 18, and two in Ahmedabad on April 19 and 20.

Tendulkar acknowledges Nair's 'extraordinary' run

Tendulkar acknowledges Nair's 'extraordinary' run

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Nair's runs have powered Vidarbha into the final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy tournament, where they will take on Karnataka in Vadodara on Saturday.

Karnataka beat Vidarbha for fifth Vijay Hazare crown

Karnataka beat Vidarbha for fifth Vijay Hazare crown

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

Karnataka won their fifth Vijay Hazare Trophy title, defeating Vidarbha by 36 runs in a high-scoring final. Smaran Ravichandran's stylish century (101 off 92) and Abhinav Manohar's blistering 79 off 42 propelled Karnataka to a commanding total of 348 for 6. Dhruv Shorey's third consecutive century (110) went in vain for Vidarbha, who were all out for 312 in 48.2 overs despite Harsh Dubey's explosive 63 off 30 balls.

Remember Smart Cities? What Happened?

Remember Smart Cities? What Happened?

Rediff.com8 Apr 2025

Among the cities that have fully implemented their projects are Agra, Varanasi, Madurai, Coimbatore, Udaipur, Pune, Surat, and Vadodara

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

WPL: Run-out controversy as MI lose to DC

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

Taking a dig at the controversial run-out decisions that played a big role in her team's last-ball, two-wicket defeat to Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards said it was "really hard" to comprehend such calls that affect the eventual outcome of the match.

Heavy rains continue to lash Guj, 7 killed; 15K relocated

Heavy rains continue to lash Guj, 7 killed; 15K relocated

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

While rain intensity reduced on Tuesday compared to a day ago, affecting mainly districts in the Saurashtra region, administration carried out rescue and relief operations on a large scale, shifting thousands of people to shelters.

Medtech MNCs bet big on localisation

Medtech MNCs bet big on localisation

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Several multinational medical device makers are focusing on deepening their presence in India by expanding their local manufacturing footprint and research capabilities, a move that can catapult India into a strategic hub for the medical technology (medtech) industry. Among those increasing their reach in the country are Siemens Healthineers and Philips, signalling a broader shift from India being only a sales destination to becoming a global production and innovation base.

Road accident triggers communal clash in Vadodara; 22 held

Road accident triggers communal clash in Vadodara; 22 held

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

The clash broke out following a road accident involving two-wheelers belonging to people from 2 communities.

Two-judge bench can hear Godhra train case appeals: SC

Two-judge bench can hear Godhra train case appeals: SC

Rediff.com6 May 2025

The Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed the argument that a three-judge bench, rather than a two-judge bench, should hear appeals of convicts in the 2002 Godhra train burning case. The court found that the Gujarat High Court commuted the death penalty to life imprisonment, therefore not requiring a three-judge bench. The hearing of the appeals will continue on Wednesday, with the state government seeking restoration of the death sentences of 11 convicts.

Modi speaks to Gujarat CM as state reels under floods

Modi speaks to Gujarat CM as state reels under floods

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

The situation in rain-battered Gujarat improved slightly on Thursday as the rainfall activity subsided, but Vadodara and some other parts of the state are still reeling under a flood-like situation due to overflowing rivers while the authorities continue the rescue and relief operations.

Gujarat rain-related toll rises to 26, more than 17K evacuated

Gujarat rain-related toll rises to 26, more than 17K evacuated

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Rain-related incidents claimed nine more lives in Gujarat, taking the death toll to 16 in two days, while another 8,500 people were relocated and rescued from flood-affected areas with rains continuing to lash some parts of the state for the fourth consecutive day on Wednesday, officials said.

Ranji: Thakur, Kotian shine as Mumbai crush Meghalaya

Ranji: Thakur, Kotian shine as Mumbai crush Meghalaya

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Shardul Thakur and Tanush Kotian grabbed four wickets each as rampant Mumbai stormed to an innings and 456-run win over Meghalaya to top the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A table in Mumbai on Saturday.

7 die while cleaning hotel sewer in Gujarat's Vadodara

7 die while cleaning hotel sewer in Gujarat's Vadodara

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

The Gujarat government announced financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh each to the kin of the deceased.

5 dead as heavy rain batters Vadodara, 5,700 evacuated

5 dead as heavy rain batters Vadodara, 5,700 evacuated

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

The state government asked the local administration to shift people from low-lying areas in Vadodara if needed as water entered into houses in several localities.

'A special ODI jersey' for India women's team!

'A special ODI jersey' for India women's team!

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

India women's captain Harmanpreet Kaur unveiled the team's new jersey for the upcoming ODI series at the BCCI's headquarters in Mumbai on Friday.

Thakur claims hat-trick as Mumbai dominate Day 1

Thakur claims hat-trick as Mumbai dominate Day 1

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

Shardul Thakur's hat-trick and unbeaten half-centuries from skipper Ajinkya Rahane and Siddhesh Lad helped Mumbai build a 127-run lead against Meghalaya/

WPL: Can RCB score first win at home vs Delhi Capitals?

WPL: Can RCB score first win at home vs Delhi Capitals?

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be determined to give their home fans a parting victory when they take on a fatigued Delhi Capitals in Bengaluru on Saturday, before the Women's Premier League moves to Lucknow for its third leg.

8 killed, over 800 relocated as heavy rains batter Gujarat

8 killed, over 800 relocated as heavy rains batter Gujarat

Rediff.com24 Jul 2024

In view of the widespread rains and 'red alert' for extremely heavy showers issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for several districts, control rooms are working round the clock to monitor the situation and help stranded people, he said.

It's Narendra versus Narendra in Vadodara!

It's Narendra versus Narendra in Vadodara!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

Narendra Rawat, an 'arrest-happy' Congress leader, is expected to launch a fair amount of political tamasha against his rival, Narendra Modi, in Vadodara.

Modi gives up Vadodara, retains Varanasi

Modi gives up Vadodara, retains Varanasi

Rediff.com29 May 2014

Prime Minister Narendra Modi quit his Vadodara Lok Sabha seat, choosing to retain Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, where the Bharatiya Janata Party recorded a landslide victory bagging 71 of the 80 seats in the recent elections.

WPL 2025: Mumbai Indians eye improved showing from batters vs Gujarat Giants

WPL 2025: Mumbai Indians eye improved showing from batters vs Gujarat Giants

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Mumbai Indians suffered a two-wicket defeat against Delhi Capitals in their opening match, which was marred by a few controversial run-out decisions.

Tough times, stronger comeback: Shafali's resolve

Tough times, stronger comeback: Shafali's resolve

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Delhi Capitals opener Shafali Verma has credited the Women's Premier League (WPL) for helping her learn how to build her innings.

537 Pak nationals exit India via Attari as deadline ends

537 Pak nationals exit India via Attari as deadline ends

Rediff.com27 Apr 2025

The exit deadline for Pakistani nationals visiting India on SAARC visas ended on April 26, while for the rest, except those on medical visas, it is set to close on Sunday, April 27 amid escalating tensions between the two countries over the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.

Army deployed in Vadodara

Army deployed in Vadodara

Rediff.com3 May 2006

Army was deployed in Vadodara on Wednesday to quickly contain the situation and bring normalcy in the wake of violence triggered by the demolition of a dargah.

WPL: UP Warriorz eyeing revenge against Gujarat Giants

WPL: UP Warriorz eyeing revenge against Gujarat Giants

Rediff.com2 Mar 2025

UP Warriorz will be looking to bounce back and avenge their earlier defeat when they take on a resurgent Gujarat Giants in a crucial return-leg Women's Premier League fixture in Lucknow on Monday.

Engineer arrested for post on bomb threat at Ambani wedding

Engineer arrested for post on bomb threat at Ambani wedding

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

The Mumbai police were on high alert after an X user @ffsfir wrote a post about the potential threat which reads like "My mind is wondering shamelessly that half the world would go upside down tomorrow after a bomb went off at the Ambani wedding. trillions of dollars in one pin code."

WPL: Gardner, Priya power GG to big win over UPW

WPL: Gardner, Priya power GG to big win over UPW

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

However, Gardner produced an inspired knock, adding 55 runs off 42 balls with Laura Wolvaardt (22) to resurrect the innings.

Modi, Sanchez unveil facility to manufacture military aircraft

Modi, Sanchez unveil facility to manufacture military aircraft

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez on Monday inaugurated the Tata Advanced System Limited (TASL)-Airbus facility in Vadodara to manufacture C-295 military aircraft in India.

Mahayuti govt conspired to shift C-295 facility to Gujarat: Cong

Mahayuti govt conspired to shift C-295 facility to Gujarat: Cong

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

The Congress on Monday claimed that the Tata-Airbus C-295 aircraft facility inaugurated in Vadodara was earlier supposed to be set up in Nagpur and alleged that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's instructions, the Centre and the Mahayuti dispensation have conspired to ensure the 'wholesale surrender' of Maharashtra's interests.

Punjab lose but Arshdeep in contention for CT spot

Punjab lose but Arshdeep in contention for CT spot

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

The Punjab spearhead cleaned up skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad (5) with a ripper before inducing an edge from Siddhesh Veer (0) to the wicketkeeper in the very next over.

WPL: Can unbeaten RCB do the 'trick' at home vs Mumbai Indians?

WPL: Can unbeaten RCB do the 'trick' at home vs Mumbai Indians?

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Having set the pace with emphatic back-to-back victories, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be eyeing a hat-trick of sorts against star-studded Mumbai Indians in the WPL match at home on Friday.

J&K's Ranji Victories Have Stunned India

J&K's Ranji Victories Have Stunned India

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

Facing Kerala in the quarter-finals in Pune from February 8, J&K will be looking to script history as they aim to make it to the Ranji Trophy semi-finals for the first time ever.