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Man Abducted, Beaten To Death In Rajasthan; Brother Dies By Suicide

Man Abducted, Beaten To Death In Rajasthan; Brother Dies By Suicide

Rediff.com3 May 2026

A man was allegedly abducted and beaten to death in Rajasthan's Balotra district, and his body was later thrown into a well in the neighbouring Pali district, police said. Five persons have been arrested. The deceased's brother allegedly died by suicide due to mental stress.

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

2 dead as car crashes at 150 kmph while filming reel

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

A 20-year-old man and his friend died in a car crash in Gujarat after he allegedly drove at 150 km/h while recording videos for social media. Police are investigating the incident and the car's ownership.

Congress, BJP to fight it out in Pavi-Jetpur

Congress, BJP to fight it out in Pavi-Jetpur

Rediff.com4 Dec 2007

The predominantly tribal constituency in Vadodra district is all set to witness an interesting battle with the Bharatiya Janata Party nominating a person who is accused in several cases in the post-Godhra riots to fight a Congress strongman who lost last time from here.

Mandaviya expected to win maiden poll in Porbandar despite issues

Mandaviya expected to win maiden poll in Porbandar despite issues

Rediff.com17 Apr 2024

This is Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya's maiden Lok Sabha election, but political experts and voters feel he can easily win Porbandar seat in his home state Gujarat, despite the electorate facing some key issues like unemployment.

BJP, Congress field dynasts in over 20 seats in Gujarat

BJP, Congress field dynasts in over 20 seats in Gujarat

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The ruling BJP and opposition Congress have together fielded sons of sitting and former MLAs in at least 20 of the total 182 constituencies.

Patidars back with BJP once again after ditching it in 2017

Patidars back with BJP once again after ditching it in 2017

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

The BJP has done extremely well in the Patidar-dominated constituencies of the state, winning almost every seat that has significant Patel population.

Gujarat tribal leader, 10-time MLA Rathava ditches Congress, joins BJP

Gujarat tribal leader, 10-time MLA Rathava ditches Congress, joins BJP

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

In a jolt to the opposition Congress ahead of the assembly polls in Gujarat, senior MLA Mohansinh Rathva on Tuesday resigned as a party member and legislator and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Gujarat CM, Hardik in fray as phase 2 polling on Monday

Gujarat CM, Hardik in fray as phase 2 polling on Monday

Rediff.com4 Dec 2022

A total 2.51 crore voters are eligible to exercise their franchise for the second phase of elections, including 1.29 crore men and 1.22 crore women.

Modi power! BJP SWEEPS Gujarat bypolls

Modi power! BJP SWEEPS Gujarat bypolls

Rediff.com5 Jun 2013

In a big victory for Chief Minister Narendra Modi, the Bharatiya Janata Party Wednesday snatched all two Lok Sabha and four assembly seats from the Congress in Gujarat where by-polls were held on Sunday.

Gujarat elections: 25 seats to watch out for

Gujarat elections: 25 seats to watch out for

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

These are the 25 seats to watch out for as Gujarat goes to the polls over two phases on December 1 and 5.

Kite lovers turn Ahmedabad sky into a colourful riot

Kite lovers turn Ahmedabad sky into a colourful riot

Rediff.com9 Jan 2019

Kite fliers from 45 different countries are painting the skies of Gujarat in vibrant colours with their high-flying kites. The 30th annual International kite festival, which kicked off on January 6, is being held at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad. Take a look.

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Hemant Shivsaran lists the number of projects the Modi government has announced since August to woo Gujarat voters.

Road construction companies go hi-tech; plan to use robotic flagmen

Road construction companies go hi-tech; plan to use robotic flagmen

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

The use of such robots can not only save lives but can also help road construction companies cut down on labour costs.

If women feel unsafe, we shouldn't call ourselves `mard': Modi

If women feel unsafe, we shouldn't call ourselves `mard': Modi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

Saying that protection of "mothers and sisters" was a big issue before the Indian society, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said here that if women were feeling insecure, the Indian men had no right to call themselves "mard" (manly).

If women feeling unsafe, shouldn't call ourselves 'mard': Modi

If women feeling unsafe, shouldn't call ourselves 'mard': Modi

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

Saying that protection of "mothers and sisters" was a big issue before the Indian society, Gujarat Chief Minister on Friday said here that if women were feeling insecure, the Indian men had no right to call themselves "mard" (manly).

To counter BJP-RSS' Hindutva, Rahul visits temples in Gujarat

To counter BJP-RSS' Hindutva, Rahul visits temples in Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Sep 2017

The BJP took a dig at Gandhi, saying the Congress vice president was visiting temples as his party has failed to win elections in the state for long time.

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

IMA puts out names of 382 doctors martyred in war against Covid

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

Taking exception to Health Minister Harsh Vardhan not mentioning the death of healthcare workers due to Covid-19 in his statement in Parliament, the Indian Medical Association has published a list of 382 doctors who died due to the viral disease and demanded that they be treated as "martyrs".