The Meteorological Department has warned of continued heavy rainfall in districts including Gir-Somnath, Junagadh, Kutch, Porbandar, Valsad, and Navsari in South Gujarat, even on Sunday.
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Nine killed as speeding Jaguar ploughs into crowd in Ahmedabad
The accident occurred around 1 a.m. on the bridge located on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar highway when the Jaguar, reported to be running at over 100 kmph, ploughed into a crowd gathered there after an accident between two vehicles, a police official said.
Amid controversy, Guj govt extends Disturbed Areas Act to Savarkundla town
In response riots and mob violence, the Gujarat government has extended the Gujarat Prohibition of Transfer of Immovable Property and Provision for Protection of Tenants from Eviction from Premises in Disturbed Areas Act, 1991, to parts of Savarkundla town in Amreli district.
Setback for Rahul as Gujarat HC upholds conviction in defamation case
The Gujarat High Court on Friday refused to stay Rahul Gandhi's conviction and two-year jail term in a criminal defamation case, which led to the loss of his Parliament membership.
‘Drishyam' inspires chilling crime: Surat woman arrested for killing child
The arrested individual has been identified as Nayna Mandavi, hailing from Rajnandgaon in Chhattisgarh. The woman confessed to the police that she had been an avid viewer of crime thrillers, particularly mentioning the movie 'Drishyam'.
Guj HC to hear Kejriwal's review petition on PM Modi's degree on July 7
This comes after the court on March 31 had set aside an order from the Central Information Commission (CIC) that directed the Gujarat University to search for information regarding Modi's degree.
Gujarat grapples with heavy rainfall, waterlogging: 9 lives lost in past two days
Nine lives were lost over the last two days in Gujarat as heavy and incessant rain battered the state with certain regions witnessing over 200 mm of precipitation in the past 30 hours.
Gujarat ATS uncovers nationwide network of ISKP terror group
The Gujarat ATS had previously apprehended four individuals from Jammu and Kashmir, along with Sumaira. for attempting to hijack a boat from Porbandar to Afghanistan, with intentions to carry out a fidayeen attack in the region.
Female students thrash serial harasser with belts in Ahmedabad
The accused, who has been identified as Vijay Sarkare, allegedly made unwanted advances towards the girls, and even resorted to kissing one of them. In a display of great bravery, the sisters refused to remain silent.
Yoga Day event in Surat sets Guinness World Record
The International Day of Yoga witnessed a remarkable achievement on Wednesday as the city of Surat set a new Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people for a yoga session at one place.
Tragedy strikes Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad: One dead, several injured as balcony collapses
The Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad took a tragic turn as an unfortunate incident occurred during the procession in the Dariyapur area, resulting in the loss of one life and leaving several injured.
Restoration of essential services underway in cyclone-hit Kutch
Among others present during this vital inspection were MP Vinodbhai Chavda, MLA Keshubhai Patel, In-charge Secretary Harshad Patel, MD of PGVCL Preeti Sharma, and associated officials.
1 dead, 174 detained after violent protest in Guj over anti-encroachment drive
The protest on Friday night reportedly erupted in connection to an eviction notice served by the Junagadh Municipal Corporation to a local mosque, demanding for document submission within five days.
Cyclone Biparjoy expected to downgrade over Saurashtra, Kutch
The very severe cyclonic storm Biparjoy, currently over Saurashtra and Kutch which moved northeastwards with a speed of 13 kmph during the past six hours, will weaken significantly on Friday.
Gujarat: Victims of loan fraud attempt suicide in court after accused secure bail
Four persons who were allegedly duped in a loan fraud case attempted suicide inside the court of Justice Nirzar Desai of the Gujarat High Court during the hearing of the anticipatory bail applications filed by the three individuals accused in the case.
Kutch braces for Biparjoy impact as landfall approaches
The IMD predicts that Biparjoy will make landfall near Jakhau Port this evening. The authorities have alerted residents about the potential risks associated with the cyclone, including damage to structures, uprooted trees and heavy rainfall.
2002 riots: Gujarat govt opposes bail plea of Teesta Setalvad
The Gujarat government has strongly opposed the bail plea of activist Teesta Setalvad in the Gujarat High Court and presented arguments highlighting her potential to tamper with evidence in the case related to the 2002 riots.
Split likely in political legacy of Cong leader Ahmed Patel as son Faisal leans towards BJP
Politics in Gujarat is witnessing a significant shift with Faisal Patel, the son of late Congress leader Ahmed Patel, inclining towards the BJP, even as his sister Mumtaz gears up for a political debut as a Congress candidate.
Dalit man attacked in Gujarat for wearing 'fashionable' attire
Jigar Shekhalia was attacked as the upper caste persons felt he was "flying too high these days". When his mother tried to intervene, the accused also assaulted her and also tore her clothes.
Indian fugitive Bhadresh Kumar Patel on FBI's Most Wanted List
Considered as one of the biggest ever simultaneous chases in the US and India, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been hunting for Indian fugitive Bhadresh Kumar Patel since 2017.
PM Modi inaugurates projects worth Rs 4400 cr in Gujarat
Speaking about urban planning, Modi underlined the equal emphasis on Ease of Living and Quality of Life. He mentioned the expansion of metro networks across the country, reducing travel time and improving connectivity.
Gujarat HC to hear PIL seeking ban on mosque loudspeakers
A plea seeking a ban on the use of loudspeakers at mosques in Gujarat will be taken up by a division bench of the Gujarat High Court on June 19, an official said on Wednesday. The plea has been filed by a doctor, Dharmendra Prajapati.
Gujarat: Six AAP corporators in Surat join BJP
Rachna Hirpara, another AAP corporator, said: "Offers have been made to us ever since we won the election. BJP has been giving offers, and many corporators fell for it and took up to Rs 50 lakh to join the ruling party."
Fake stamp papers, keys of bungalows found during search at conman Kiran Patel's Guj home
The crime branch of the Gujarat Police conducted a search at conman Kiran Patel and his wife Malini's residence at Prestige Bungalows in Ahmedabad's Ghodasar, said an official on Tuesday.
Fake PMO official arrested in J&K to be brought to Gujarat
Conman Kiran Patel, who was arrested in Jammu and Kashmir last month for posing as a top official in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), is likely to be brought to Ahmedabad on Friday night, an official said.