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In Gujarat’s Vadodara, Where PM Modi Once Secured a Record 8.45 Lakh Votes, It’s Joshi vs Joshi—Who Will Win Voters’ Blessing?

23Jan

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In Gujarat’s Vadodara, Where PM Modi Once Secured a Record 8.45 Lakh Votes, It’s Joshi vs Joshi—Who Will Win Voters’ Blessing?

After Maharashtra, the stage is now being set for high-stakes municipal elections in Gujarat, with an official announcement expected in the coming days. These civic polls are being widely viewed as a political semi-final ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Amid this backdrop, an interesting and unusual political contest is taking shape in Vadodara—BJP’s long-standing stronghold—where three prominent leaders sharing the surname “Joshi” are set to test their popularity. Vadodara holds special political significance for the BJP. In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, when Narendra Modi was the prime ministerial candidate, he contested from both Varanasi and Vadodara, winning the latter with a record 845,464 votes, securing 72.75 percent of the total vote share. In subsequent elections—2019 and...

Tragic Death During Police SI Recruitment: Aspirant Dies After 5-Km Fitness Run

23Jan

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Tragic Death During Police SI Recruitment: Aspirant Dies After 5-Km Fitness Run

Surat, Gujarat: A tragic incident occurred during the Sub-Inspector recruitment physical test in Bharuch, Gujarat, on Thursday. 25-year-old Raviraj Singh Jadeja collapsed immediately after completing the mandatory 5-kilometre run and later succumbed to a heart attack. Jadeja hailed from Kutch and was participating in the examination held in Bharuch. According to eyewitnesses and the medical team at the site, Jadeja experienced severe difficulty in breathing immediately after finishing the run. He was rushed to Bharuch Civil Hospital, where he was declared dead. The post-mortem report revealed that he had some blockages in his heart. Bharuch Police Superintendent Aksharaj Makwana stated that Raviraj had completed the run in 21 minutes, well under the stipulated 25-minute limit. His fa...

BREAKING: Bomb Threats Target Multiple Schools in Ahmedabad, Police on High Alert

23Jan

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BREAKING: Bomb Threats Target Multiple Schools in Ahmedabad, Police on High Alert

Ahmedabad: Panic gripped western Ahmedabad on Friday after several schools received email threats claiming bombs had been planted on their premises. Upon receiving the threats, school administrations and security agencies immediately heightened vigilance. Precautionary measures were implemented to ensure the safety of students, while law enforcement agencies sprang into action. Given the seriousness of the situation, teams from the Crime Branch, Bomb Squad, and Forensic Department are conducting a thorough investigation. The Ahmedabad Crime Branch confirmed that multiple schools in the city’s western region were targeted via email bomb threats. Bomb disposal units and forensic teams are actively examining the messages and investigating the credibility of the threats. Authorities have...

Ahmedabad Woman Attacked with Knife by Acquaintance Over Refusal to Talk

23Jan

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Ahmedabad Woman Attacked with Knife by Acquaintance Over Refusal to Talk

Ahmedabad: In a shocking incident in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, a woman was attacked with a knife by a young man after she refused to speak with him. The victim, Tamanna Mohsin Sheikh, was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where she is undergoing treatment. Police have confirmed that her condition is serious but stable. A case has been registered against the accused, and CCTV footage is being used to aid the investigation. The police have launched a manhunt for the suspect and claim he will be apprehended soon. Accused and Victim Previously Known to Each OtherThe accused has been identified as Rahim, also known as Noman Latif Sheikh. Police said that Tamanna and Rahim knew each other from before and had maintained friendly ties for some time. However, after Tamanna married Mohsin, she s...

Mysterious Bubble Forms in Sea Off Gujarat Coast; Water Appears to Boil, Officials on High Alert

22Jan

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Mysterious Bubble Forms in Sea Off Gujarat Coast; Water Appears to Boil, Officials on High Alert

A mysterious phenomenon has been observed off the coast of Gujarat, raising alarms among local authorities in Palghar district. Fishermen captured videos showing sudden turbulence and bubbling across a large section of the sea, prompting fears of a possible disaster. Unusual Activity in the Sea The unusual churning has sparked concerns about several potential causes, including natural gas leaks from the seabed, underwater geological activity, or ruptured submerged pipelines. The exact cause of this phenomenon is now under investigation. Safety Concerns for Vessels Vivekanand Kadam, head of the Palghar District Disaster Management Cell, confirmed the report, calling the observed turbulence “highly unusual” and emphasizing the need for specialized attention from maritime and indu...

Anar Patel Appointed President of Khodaldham Organisation, Sparks Major Buzz in Rajkot

21Jan

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Anar Patel Appointed President of Khodaldham Organisation, Sparks Major Buzz in Rajkot

Ahmedabad/Rajkot: In a significant development in Gujarat’s socio-political landscape, Anar Patel, daughter of Uttar Pradesh Governor and former Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel, has been appointed President of the influential Khodaldham Organisation, which holds considerable sway in Saurashtra and Ahmedabad. Naresh Patel, Chairman of the powerful Leuva Patel community trust, Khodaldham, announced Anar Patel’s appointment during the 9th anniversary celebrations of the Khodaldham temple in Kagwad, Rajkot. Anar Patel had joined the trust a few years ago and has now been entrusted with this major responsibility. Her elevation has triggered speculation in political circles about a possible entry into active politics, potentially in the 2027 assembly elections. Focus on Unity and Tr...

Ahmedabad Student Attacked with Knife: Five Months After Seventh-Day School Tragedy, Another Incident Shocks City

19Jan

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Ahmedabad Student Attacked with Knife: Five Months After Seventh-Day School Tragedy, Another Incident Shocks City

Ahmedabad, Gujarat – In a disturbing incident reminiscent of the Seventh-Day School tragedy, a 10th-grade student in Ahmedabad was attacked by a group of students on Monday around 11 AM. The victim was severely beaten, and according to reports, one of the students even attacked him with a knife. Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the case. The attack occurred in a school located in the Ghatlodia Assembly area of the city. The victim was reportedly assaulted by 8–9 students, with one of them wielding a knife. The injured student was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. This unsettling incident comes exactly five months after the death of 10th-grade student Nayan Santani, who was fatally attacked in a similar manner at Seventh-Day School in Ahmedab...

AAP Surges in Gujarat, Overtakes Congress to Become Second-Largest Political Force

19Jan

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AAP Surges in Gujarat, Overtakes Congress to Become Second-Largest Political Force

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: A significant political shift is underway in Gujarat, a state long dominated by the BJP. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is rapidly emerging as a strong alternative, challenging the traditional dominance of both BJP and Congress. According to the “Pulse of Gujarat 2026” survey conducted by WeePreside and CIF, Gujarat’s political landscape is increasingly shaping up as BJP versus AAP, with Congress steadily losing ground. AAP Vote Share Jumps to 24.8%The survey indicates that AAP’s vote share in Gujarat has surged to 24.8%, while Congress has fallen to 17.3%. BJP continues to lead with approximately 49.5% of votes, but the primary political challenge is now coming from AAP rather than Congress. Vote Share Doubles in Three YearsA comparison with the 2022 assembly elect...

After Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal Takes On BJP in Gujarat; Top 10 AAP Leaders Shaping the Party’s Future

19Jan

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After Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal Takes On BJP in Gujarat; Top 10 AAP Leaders Shaping the Party’s Future

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Following Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Delhi’s former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has issued a challenge to the BJP to defeat it in its stronghold of Gujarat in the 2027 elections. Arriving in Gujarat immediately after the Maharashtra election results, Kejriwal launched a sharp attack on the ruling party, signaling the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) determination to expand its footprint in the state. Five years ago, AAP first made inroads in Gujarat through municipal elections. The party created a stir by winning 27 seats in Surat and later securing five seats with 14% vote share in the 2022 assembly elections—an unprecedented performance for a third party in the state in recent decades. Kejriwal’s visit comes at a crucial time, with local body elections seen as a semi-...

Cow’s Nose to Reveal Owner’s Identity: Ahmedabad to Deploy AI-Based Cattle Tracking Ahead of Commonwealth Games

19Jan

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Cow’s Nose to Reveal Owner’s Identity: Ahmedabad to Deploy AI-Based Cattle Tracking Ahead of Commonwealth Games

As Ahmedabad gears up for major international sporting events, including its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and the 2036 Olympic Games, the city is turning to cutting-edge technology to address one of its most persistent civic challenges—stray cattle on roads. In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is set to implement an artificial intelligence–based system that will identify cows and trace their owners using the unique biometric patterns of a cow’s nose. Much like human fingerprints, a cow’s nose has a distinct design, making it a reliable identifier. Under the proposed system, AI-enabled CCTV cameras installed across the city will scan the face of a cow as soon as it appears in camera range. The deep learning model will analyze key bio...