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Gujarat Celebrates Kajal Vala's Silver At Asian U-20 Athletics

Gujarat Celebrates Kajal Vala's Silver At Asian U-20 Athletics

Rediff.com31 May 2026

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi praised Kajal Vala for her role in India's silver medal-winning performance in the women's 4x100m relay at the Asian U-20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong.

Maruti Suzuki urges govt for 'as-is' settlement or amnesty scheme for indirect tax disputes

Maruti Suzuki urges govt for 'as-is' settlement or amnesty scheme for indirect tax disputes

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Maruti Suzuki India's CFO, Arnab Roy, has urged the central government to introduce an amnesty scheme or an 'as-is' settlement option to resolve past indirect tax disputes, aiming to clear legacy litigation and foster growth in the automotive industry. Roy emphasised the need for a 'smarter way to address the past' to provide long-term certainty for businesses.

Gujarat Police Arrest Six Members Of Notorious Gang

Gujarat Police Arrest Six Members Of Notorious Gang

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Six members of a gang allegedly involved in 74 serious cases have been arrested in Gujarat's Jamnagar district, according to police. The Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime (GUJCTOC) Act has been invoked against the arrested individuals, who are part of the 'Saycha gang'.

Gujarat On High Alert Following Khalistan Threat To Key Offices

Gujarat On High Alert Following Khalistan Threat To Key Offices

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Gujarat authorities launched extensive search operations after receiving an email, purportedly from the "Khalistan National Army," threatening to bomb the Chief Minister's Office, Ahmedabad civic body headquarters, and an RSS office. Police are investigating the email's origin, which was routed through the US via VPN.

Stray Dog Attack Claims Boy's Life In Gujarat Village

Stray Dog Attack Claims Boy's Life In Gujarat Village

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A seven-year-old boy has died after being bitten by a stray dog in a village in Gujarat's Amreli district. Authorities have captured two dogs to prevent further attacks, as residents report multiple incidents involving stray dogs in the past month.

Foreigner dies at Surat station RPF post after brawl, probe launched

Foreigner dies at Surat station RPF post after brawl, probe launched

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

A foreign national passed away at the Railway Protection Force post in Surat after being deboarded from a train following a fight with co-passengers. The Government Railway Police has launched a custodial death investigation into the incident, as the man's identity and nationality remain unknown.

Gujarat Police To Dedicate Two Hours Daily For Public Grievances

Gujarat Police To Dedicate Two Hours Daily For Public Grievances

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Gujarat's Director General of Police, G S Malik, has issued a state-wide order requiring police officers to dedicate two hours daily to public grievance redressal. The directive also sets strict timelines for resolving complaints, aiming to make policing more citizen-centric and accessible.

Young Table Tennis Stars Shine In UTT National Quarterfinals

Young Table Tennis Stars Shine In UTT National Quarterfinals

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Rajvardhan Tiwari and Debanshu Chakraborty secured quarterfinal victories in the Under-11 Boys category at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships in Kanpur. The tournament also saw thrilling five-game matches and a remarkable comeback by unseeded Inaaya in the girls' section, highlighting emerging talent.

Gujarat Titans players evacuated from team bus after mid-road breakdown

Gujarat Titans players evacuated from team bus after mid-road breakdown

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

The Gujarat Titans team and support staff were evacuated from their bus after a short circuit caused a breakdown following their IPL final loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Vande Bharat's first live heart transport helps save patient in Ahmedabad

Vande Bharat's first live heart transport helps save patient in Ahmedabad

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

In a highly sensitive and time-bound mission, a live donor heart was successfully transported aboard a Vande Bharat train from Surat to Ahmedabad on Friday for transplantation at a prominent cardiac teaching hospital in Gujarat's commercial capital.

Gujarat Reviews Law And Order, Focuses On Cybercrime

Gujarat Reviews Law And Order, Focuses On Cybercrime

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Gujarat's Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi conducted a high-level review meeting to assess the state's security situation, with a focus on maintaining public safety and addressing cybercrime.

National Handloom Day: 6 Wondrous Indian Handloom Fabrics

National Handloom Day: 6 Wondrous Indian Handloom Fabrics

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Our nation's skilled artisans spend days, sometimes weeks and months, weaving everything from gorgeous shawls to fantastic rugs, along with saris, using techniques passed down from father to son over centuries.

El Nino Revives India's Water Disputes

El Nino Revives India's Water Disputes

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

Change of guard in some states and evolving El Nino dynamics are triggering fresh actions on raging water-sharing disputes in several states.

Operation Delta Hunt: Gujarat Police Apprehend Hundreds Of Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants

Operation Delta Hunt: Gujarat Police Apprehend Hundreds Of Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

Gujarat police have launched 'Operation Delta Hunt', apprehending 362 illegal Bangladeshi migrants and probing 780 more suspects across the state. The operation, which involved technical surveillance and human intelligence, aims to identify and repatriate all illegal nationals, with investigations also targeting those who provided accommodation or employment without verification.

NCW Takes Cognisance Of Gujarat Sexual Exploitation Case

NCW Takes Cognisance Of Gujarat Sexual Exploitation Case

Rediff.com18 May 2026

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of reports about the alleged sexual exploitation and rape of a woman and her minor daughter by their landlord in Gujarat's Morbi district.

'Take the occasion out': Shubman Gill reveals Gujarat Titans winning formula

'Take the occasion out': Shubman Gill reveals Gujarat Titans winning formula

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Shubman Gill's brilliant century guided Gujarat Titans to a commanding victory over Rajasthan Royals, securing their place in the IPL 2026 final. Gill's 104 off 53 balls overshadowed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 96, as Gujarat Titans won by seven wickets.

Carmakers ramp up production for festive season, but high base and inventory risks loom

Carmakers ramp up production for festive season, but high base and inventory risks loom

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Indian passenger vehicle manufacturers are significantly increasing production and stocking dealerships in anticipation of strong festival season demand, with new launches planned and supply bottlenecks being addressed. However, the industry faces potential moderation in growth during the second half of FY27 due to a high base from last year's post-GST surge, commodity inflation, and elevated inventory levels.

Gujarat Jail Staff To Receive Mental Health Training

Gujarat Jail Staff To Receive Mental Health Training

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

A week-long mental health training programme, 'Psychological Risk Assessment, Health Awareness and Resilience' (PRAHARI), has commenced for jail staff at Sabarmati Central Jail in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The initiative aims to equip prison personnel with skills to identify and manage mental health risks among inmates and to support their own mental well-being.

Nashik-Palghar Tremors: Cause For Alarm?

Nashik-Palghar Tremors: Cause For Alarm?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'Hydro-seismicity is a phenomenon that typically shows up during and just after the monsoon.' 'Heavy rain causes water to percolate deep into the rock, and where there are fractures, that water fills the pores and builds up what we call pore water pressure.' 'That pressure can widen existing cracks, and eventually the rock gives way -- which surfaces as tremors.'

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

RCB Heavy Favourites Against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Final

Rediff.com30 May 2026

In a fascinating battle of ideologies, the well-balanced and bold Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have to subdue a phlegmatic Gujarat Titans to lift their second consecutive IPL title.

Gujarat ATS Seizes Huge Cocaine Haul Off Mundra Port

Gujarat ATS Seizes Huge Cocaine Haul Off Mundra Port

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Gujarat ATS and the Indian Coast Guard seized 115 kg of cocaine valued at nearly Rs 1,150 crore from a vessel off Mundra port and apprehended three foreign nationals.

Modi's new target on I-Day: 6 crore 'Lakhpati Didis'

Modi's new target on I-Day: 6 crore 'Lakhpati Didis'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a new target of creating six crore 'Lakhpati Didis' to empower women and transform the rural economy. He highlighted the success of the existing initiative and the growing contribution of women in various sectors, from defence to technology.

This Saas-Bahu Run A Business Together

This Saas-Bahu Run A Business Together

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Soaring above the mighty Chenab River, this record-breaking railway bridge is a sight to behold.

Telangana CM denied US trip, MEA cites 'non-conformity of norms'

Telangana CM denied US trip, MEA cites 'non-conformity of norms'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's planned visit to the United States has been denied political clearance by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), citing non-conformity with laid down norms, forcing him to cancel the US leg of his 'TelanganaRising' delegation tour and return to Hyderabad earlier than planned.

Mephedrone Lab Busted In Gujarat, Mumbai Police Seize Rs 75 Crore Worth Of Drugs

Mephedrone Lab Busted In Gujarat, Mumbai Police Seize Rs 75 Crore Worth Of Drugs

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

Mumbai Police busted a mephedrone (MD) manufacturing unit in Gujarat's Narmada district, seizing narcotics, chemicals, and equipment worth approximately Rs 75 crore. The operation followed the arrest of a cab driver in Mumbai, leading to the apprehension of a supplier and the subsequent raid on the Gujarat facility.

Gujarat Titans' Fielding Errors Prove Costly Against KKR

Gujarat Titans' Fielding Errors Prove Costly Against KKR

Rediff.com17 May 2026

Gujarat Titans assistant coach Parthiv Patel admitted their sloppy catching proved costly as they dropped as many as four catches, including two chances of Finn Allen, who made them pay with a blistering 35-ball 93 in a 29-run loss to Kolkata Knight Riders.

'Why Are Our Best Students Dying?'

'Why Are Our Best Students Dying?'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Poor families, she said, cut corners on their own needs to pay for coaching and fees, and when their child clears JEE, it's the happiest day the family has had in years. So why, she asked, her voice already starting to climb, does the same system that we're told is the best in the country keep pushing those very students toward what she called 'institutional deaths'?

'Slight Miscalculation': What Went Wrong For Gujarat Titans In IPL 2026 Final

'Slight Miscalculation': What Went Wrong For Gujarat Titans In IPL 2026 Final

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Gujarat Titans' Director of Cricket Vikram Solanki admitted that they "miscalculated" an appropriate score on the Narendra Modi Stadium pitch, leading to a five-wicket defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 final.

After Ashwin and Jadeja, Manav Suthar looks ready to lead India's new spin generation

After Ashwin and Jadeja, Manav Suthar looks ready to lead India's new spin generation

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Manav Suthar's 10-wicket haul against Sri Lanka showcased his skill, meticulous preparation and growing maturity, marking him as India's potential next spin leader.

Cocaine worth Rs 1,150cr seized off Mundra coast in Gujarat

Cocaine worth Rs 1,150cr seized off Mundra coast in Gujarat

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS seized 115 kg of cocaine, valued at approximately 1,150 crore, from a container vessel off the Mundra coast in a joint operation.

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rashid Khan: Gujarat Titans Succeed By Adapting Quickly

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Rashid Khan credits Gujarat Titans' success to their adaptability and ability to trust players in different situations, rather than dwelling on imperfections. He also praised the team's bowling attack and the leadership of Shubman Gill.

Gujarat ATS Seizes Rs 1,150 Crore Cocaine Consignment

Gujarat ATS Seizes Rs 1,150 Crore Cocaine Consignment

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Gujarat ATS and Indian Coast Guard seized 115 kg of cocaine worth nearly Rs 1,150 crore from a vessel off Mundra port, arresting three foreign nationals and disrupting an international drug trafficking network.

Over 200 from 14 states arrested as ISI-backed terror plot foiled

Over 200 from 14 states arrested as ISI-backed terror plot foiled

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Indian security forces have successfully dismantled the ISI-backed Shahzad Bhatti Network, arresting over 200 operatives across 14 states and preventing planned subversive attacks ahead of Independence Day.

Man Arrested In Gujarat For Posing As Senior Police Officer

Man Arrested In Gujarat For Posing As Senior Police Officer

Rediff.com24 May 2026

A man was arrested in Surendranagar, Gujarat, for allegedly posing as a deputy superintendent of police and using the false identity to commit cybercrimes and cheat people.

Ruturaj Gaikwad Penalised For Slow Over-Rate Against Gujarat Titans

Ruturaj Gaikwad Penalised For Slow Over-Rate Against Gujarat Titans

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during their IPL match against Gujarat Titans, resulting in a penalty of INR 24 lakhs.

Ahmedabad's 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' Invitation for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Ahmedabad's 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' Invitation for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

India officially launched its bid to host the centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad in 2030, presenting a vibrant cultural showcase at the Glasgow closing ceremony that blended ancient philosophy, contemporary artistry, and cultural grandeur.

Dronacharya Awardee Parveer Singh's Journey: From Seema Punia To Asian Games Gold

Dronacharya Awardee Parveer Singh's Journey: From Seema Punia To Asian Games Gold

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Veteran athletics coach Parveer Singh, who guided athletes like Seema Punia, Tajinderpal Singh Toor, and Annu Rani to international medals, has been named for the prestigious Dronacharya Award. The article details his extensive career spanning over two decades, his role as a coach educator, and his academic contributions to sports coaching.

Ahmedabad Prepares For Historic 2030 Commonwealth Games Handover In Glasgow

Ahmedabad Prepares For Historic 2030 Commonwealth Games Handover In Glasgow

Rediff.com1 Aug 2026

Ahmedabad is set to officially become the host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with a formal handover ceremony taking place during the closing of the Glasgow 2026 Games.

Why Hooda wants Haryana to host CWG 2030

Why Hooda wants Haryana to host CWG 2030

Rediff.com4 Aug 2026

Congress MP Deepender Hooda has urged the central government to consider Haryana as the host or co-host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, citing the state's significant contribution to India's medal tally in major competitions.

'Attack Him': Harbhajan On How Bowlers Can Stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

'Attack Him': Harbhajan On How Bowlers Can Stop Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

India spin legend Harbhajan Singh has lauded 15-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling his audacious strokeplay unparalleled.