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Bangladesh, Netherlands qualify for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

Bangladesh, Netherlands qualify for Women's T20 World Cup 2026

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

Bangladesh and the Netherlands have booked two of the four available spots at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026.

Wife's lover kills man in Drishyam-like murder

Wife's lover kills man in Drishyam-like murder

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

A man was murdered allegedly by his wife's paramour and two relatives who buried the body beneath the kitchen floor of his house in Ahmedabad city, police said on Wednesday, a chilling crime reminiscent of a scene from Hindi movie Drishyam.

Gujarat cabinet rejig: A look at new ministerial portfolios

Gujarat cabinet rejig: A look at new ministerial portfolios

Rediff.com18 Oct 2025

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel allocated portfolios following a major cabinet reshuffle, with Harsh Sanghavi becoming Deputy CM and receiving Home and Industries. New ministers, including Rivaba Jadeja, were also assigned responsibilities.

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

World University Games: Sojan qualifies for long jump final

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Asian Games silver medallist Ancy Sojan made it to the women's long jump final on an ordinary day for the Indians in the World University Games, in Berlin, on Monday.

How Modi Changed Indian Politics

How Modi Changed Indian Politics

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

In the last 11 years, India and the world witnessed what he stood for, what he promised and did not deliver, and what he actually stood for and practised without fearing how history would judge him. Modi's tenure has been punctuated with headline-grabbing decisions, symbolic gestures, and stage-managed moments that continue to define his leadership and India's politics, points out Ramesh Menon.

Modi Isn't Going To Retire On September 17

Modi Isn't Going To Retire On September 17

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'Mr Modi has the power and pre-eminence in the BJP-RSS to choose how long he wants to serve, and he is definitely going to want to contest in 2029.' 'He will only be 79, as old as Donald Trump now, and fitter,' observes Shekhar Gupta.

A bullet pierced through my right arm: Guj man on narrow escape in Pahalgam

A bullet pierced through my right arm: Guj man on narrow escape in Pahalgam

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Vinubhai Dabhi and his wife Lilaben, residents of Bhavnagar, Gujarat, recounted their harrowing experience during the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir. Dabhi was injured by bullets while his wife witnessed the shooting of a young man, Smit Parmar. They both highlight the lack of security presence during the incident.

Ranji Trophy: Desai spins web as Gujarat thump Uttarakhand

Ranji Trophy: Desai spins web as Gujarat thump Uttarakhand

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

The bonus point win helped Gujarat (26) climb to the second spot, two points behind Vidarbha who led a strong second innings fightback in an away match against Rajasthan.

Senior bureaucrat P D Vaghela appointed TRAI chairman

Senior bureaucrat P D Vaghela appointed TRAI chairman

Rediff.com28 Sep 2020

He has been appointed as the TRAI chief for three years or till he attains the age of 65.

Ranji Trophy: Gujarat, Himachal in battle for quarter-final spot

Ranji Trophy: Gujarat, Himachal in battle for quarter-final spot

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh are set for a high-stakes clash as they battle for the final quarter-final spot from Elite Group B.

One worker killed as blast triggers fire at IOCL refinery in Vadodara

One worker killed as blast triggers fire at IOCL refinery in Vadodara

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

The blast at the IOCL refinery in the Koyali area on the outskirts of Vadodara occurred at 4 pm, triggering the blaze.

Removed as Gujarat NCP chief, Shankersinh Vaghela quits party

Removed as Gujarat NCP chief, Shankersinh Vaghela quits party

Rediff.com22 Jun 2020

Issuing a video message after his resignation, Vaghela expressed his displeasure about lone NCP MLA Kandhal Jadeja defying the party whip and indulging in cross-voting during the June 19 Rajya Sabha polls for four seats.

Transfer of Governor Beniwal vindictive, alleges Vaghela

Transfer of Governor Beniwal vindictive, alleges Vaghela

Rediff.com8 Jul 2014

Leader of the Opposition in Gujarat assembly and senior Congress leader Shankarsinh Vaghela on Monday termed the transfer of Governor Kamla Beniwal as a "vindictive" step.

Low profile, yet outspoken, Trai's Vaghela knows how to take tough calls

Low profile, yet outspoken, Trai's Vaghela knows how to take tough calls

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

Vagela could not have reached this position if Narendra Modi, who'd known him from his chief minister days, had not backed the choice.

Vaghela quits as Leader of Opposition in Gujarat assembly

Vaghela quits as Leader of Opposition in Gujarat assembly

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

In a letter to Sonia Gandhi, he alleged that he was forced to resign as some Congress leaders were conspiring against him.

Vaghela quits Congress, says no plan to join BJP

Vaghela quits Congress, says no plan to join BJP

Rediff.com21 Jul 2017

The former Gujarat chief minister has been at loggerheads with the Congress leadership for quite some time.

Vaghela voices support for Khurana

Vaghela voices support for Khurana

Rediff.com20 Aug 2005

Union minister Shankersinh Vaghela says suspended BJP leader Khurana is 'not alone' and may return.

Shankersinh Vaghela new Gujarat opposition chief

Shankersinh Vaghela new Gujarat opposition chief

Rediff.com23 Jan 2013

The appointment was made by Congress chief Sonia Gandhi who was authorized by a meeting of the Gujarat Congress Legislature Party in Gandhinagar on Tuesday to select the leader.

How Bhumi Gupta Redefined Her Career

How Bhumi Gupta Redefined Her Career

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'There are opportunities everywhere; my advice to all would be to not wait and just start.' 'Keep honing your skills you will see fruits of your labour.'

Vaghela's appointment as ITDC chairman irks TMC

Vaghela's appointment as ITDC chairman irks TMC

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Key United Progressive Alliance ally Trinamool Congress has opposed the appointment of senior Congress leader Shankarsingh Vaghela as chairman of India Tourism Development Corporation with a cabinet minister rank.

CCI-ITF juniors: Unseeded Vaghela shocks Deshmukh

CCI-ITF juniors: Unseeded Vaghela shocks Deshmukh

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

Second seed Sahil Deshmukh crashed out of the boys' under-18 singles in the CCI-ITF junior boys and girls' tennis championship, losing his opening round match to Indian compatriot Vidit Vaghela in straight sets, in Mumbai, on Monday. Deshmukh, ranked 290 in the world among juniors, was no match for Vaghela as he lost 2-6, 5-7 at the Cricket Club of India's courts.

Gujarat: All rebel Congress MLAs except Vaghela to join BJP

Gujarat: All rebel Congress MLAs except Vaghela to join BJP

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Of the 10 MLAs, eight including Vaghela and his son, who had voted for the BJP candidates in the Rajya Sabha poll, were expelled by the Congress on Wednesday.

Shankersinh Vaghela joins new front, to contest all seats in Gujarat polls

Shankersinh Vaghela joins new front, to contest all seats in Gujarat polls

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Vaghela said the front 'Jan Vikalp' was floated by some city-based "professionals", who approached him to provide an alternative to the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and the opposition Congress in Gujarat, and claimed a number of people wanted to see him as the chief minister.

Congress needs Muslim votes to win polls: Vaghela

Congress needs Muslim votes to win polls: Vaghela

Rediff.com3 Jul 2012

The comments made by senior Congress leader Shankarsinh Vaghela at a meeting of the minority community -- that the party depends on Muslim votes for victory in the ensuing assembly elections and they should come out in large numbers to vote -- has raised eyebrows.

Guj polls: EC issues notice to Vaghela over hate speech

Guj polls: EC issues notice to Vaghela over hate speech

Rediff.com12 Nov 2012

The Election Commission decided Monday to issue a notice to Congress leader Shankersinh Vaghela for allegedly making hate speeches while campaigning in poll-bound Gujarat.

Gujarat Cong under Vaghela all set to 'out-fast' Modi

Gujarat Cong under Vaghela all set to 'out-fast' Modi

Rediff.com14 Sep 2011

In a counter-move against Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi's proposed fast, the state Congress, under the leadership of Shankarsinh Vaghela, has announced a parallel fast at the same time.

Ranji Trophy: HP's Kalsi hits maiden double century; UP fight back

Ranji Trophy: HP's Kalsi hits maiden double century; UP fight back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

A round-up of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Saturday.

For Sardarji Vaghela, Godhra was a twin tragedy

For Sardarji Vaghela, Godhra was a twin tragedy

Rediff.com21 Feb 2011

His son Rajesh got charred to death in the torched bogie and his daugher-in-law Chanda walked away with the compensation and two grand daughters, leaving her then six-year-old son Jatin in his grandfather's care.

Daughter's video uploaded online, Guj BSF man killed for protesting

Daughter's video uploaded online, Guj BSF man killed for protesting

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

A BSF personnel was killed in Gujarat by family members of a boy, whom he accosted for allegedly uploading a video of his minor daughter online, police said.

Immigration agent held as 9 US-bound persons from Gujarat go missing

Immigration agent held as 9 US-bound persons from Gujarat go missing

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The suspected immigration scam came to light after a woman approached the Prantij police in Sabarkantha district with a complaint that her husband, Bharat Rabari, went incommunicado in February.

2 Gujarat SPs among 19 booked for abducting, extorting Bhuj firm staffer

2 Gujarat SPs among 19 booked for abducting, extorting Bhuj firm staffer

Rediff.com17 Feb 2024

The probe agency, in the release, did not disclose the exact roles of the accused police officers, citing that it would affect the investigation.

26 assembly bypolls in 13 states to be held along with LS poll

26 assembly bypolls in 13 states to be held along with LS poll

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Bypolls are due in Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Telangana, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu

Pro-Palestine Aussie pitch invader sent to 1-day police custody

Pro-Palestine Aussie pitch invader sent to 1-day police custody

Rediff.com20 Nov 2023

Wen Johnson (24) had intruded into the pitch at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium just before the drinks break in the final at around 3pm, but was immediately apprehended by security personnel as he approached batter Virat Kohli.

Why Congress Can't Keep Its Flock Together

Why Congress Can't Keep Its Flock Together

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

If the party's members aren't sure what it stands for, see no path to wealth or power, and endure control by a dynasty, which, almighty as it is within the party, cannot get them the votes, they are likely to explore options, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Ranji: Mulani's 10-wicket haul powers Mumbai to consecutive bonus-point win

Ranji: Mulani's 10-wicket haul powers Mumbai to consecutive bonus-point win

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Left-arm spinner Shams Mulani grabbed a match haul of 10 wickets as Mumbai defeated Andhra by 10 wickets to secure a successive bonus-point victory in the Ranji Trophy in Mumbai on Monday.

Officer on fisheries project inspection beaten up in captivity in Guj, 3 held

Officer on fisheries project inspection beaten up in captivity in Guj, 3 held

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

It is suspected that detection of alleged irregularities in a fisheries project led to the incident.

Most Congress turncoats win on BJP ticket in Gujarat polls

Most Congress turncoats win on BJP ticket in Gujarat polls

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

Of these 14, all but three won the election on Thursday.

Gujarat AAP MLA: 'Will decide to join BJP only after meeting people'

Gujarat AAP MLA: 'Will decide to join BJP only after meeting people'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

"I am not at all unhappy with AAP and I have not taken any decision about joining the BJP as of now. I will decide only after meeting my workers and people. As of now, I am with AAP," Bhayani told reporters in Gandhinagar ahead of the swearing-in of the BJP government scheduled for Monday.

Gujarat BJP upbeat after exit polls predict big majority

Gujarat BJP upbeat after exit polls predict big majority

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

The Gujarat Bharatiya Janata Party unit is upbeat and confident of forming the next government in the state with all the exit polls predicting a big mandate for the saffron outfit.

Dalit family attacked for visiting temple in Gujarat; 20 booked

Dalit family attacked for visiting temple in Gujarat; 20 booked

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

The case has been registered against a mob of 20 persons, including Kana Ahir, Rajesh Maharaj, Kesra Rabai, Paba Rabari and Kana Koli, on the charges of attempt to murder, dacoity, robbery, assault, and under relevant sections of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, police said.