Nirnay Kapoor
Nirnay Kapoor is a veteran Indian journalist currently serving as the Sr. Associate Editor and Bureau Chief for India TV in Gujarat. With over three decades of experience in the media industry, he has become one of the most recognisable faces in regional reporting, particularly known for his extensive coverage of Gujarat's political and social landscape. Kapoor's reporting style often blends rigorous ground journalism with a unique personal philosophy; he describes himself as a "spiritual person of scientific temper" and a "myth buster". His work spans a wide array of topics, from high-stakes investigative reports on crime and fraud to in-depth features on indigenous defense technologies like Kamikaze drones.Beyond his television presence, he is an active contributor to digital news, frequently publishing articles and exclusive stories on national developments. In a time when the challenge of making people make aware and act as per societal issues, Kapoor took on a new passion—doing stories about organ donation and celebrate the organ donors and their families. He has been instrumental in promoting, organising and ensuring that common people understand and act to lessen the pain and suffering of thousands of patients in need of organ transplant. At the same time thousands of organs are not able to get harvested from patients on life support system. He also engages in educational outreach, delivering guest lectures at various journalism institutions, where he mentors aspiring journalists on the importance of observation skills and overcoming language barriers in communication. Known for his mantra "Pressure is a Privilege," Kapoor remains a prominent figure in modern Indian broadcast journalism.
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Massive blast rocks IOCL refinery in Gujarat's Vadodara, fire breaks out | VIDEO
Gujarat | Nov 11, 2024, 07:38 PM ISTAfter the blast, a huge fire broke out in the refinery with plumes of smoke seen from kilometres away. Ten fire tenders were rushed to the spot to douse the fire.
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Structure collapses at Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train site, three dead
India | Nov 05, 2024, 11:12 PM ISTEmergency teams are actively working to rescue the trapped individuals.
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Gujarat digital scam: Police arrest 17, including 4 Taiwanese nationals for fraud | VIDEO
Gujarat | Oct 16, 2024, 04:24 PM ISTGujarat digital scam: As per police, the senior citizen had registered complaint that some persons calling themselves officials of Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, the Central Bureau of Investigation and cyber crime branch had alleged that his account was being used for illegal transactions.
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Ajay Jadeja declared heir to Jamnagar royal throne in historic announcement
Gujarat | Oct 12, 2024, 07:43 AM ISTAccording to the information released, incumbent Jam Saheb Shatrusalyasinhji Digvijaysinhji Jadeja declared Ajay Jadeja, who belongs to the royal family, as his heir.
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4 dead, 25 injured as bus overturns in Gujarat’s Banaskantha
Gujarat | Oct 07, 2024, 11:43 AM ISTA bus carrying pilgrims overturned near Trishulia ghat in Gujarat's Banaskantha, resulting in the tragic deaths of four people and injuries to 25 others.
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NCB, Gujarat ATS seize narcotics worth Rs 1,814 cr in Bhopal days after Rs 5,000 cr Delhi drug haul
India | Oct 06, 2024, 05:40 PM ISTThe amount of seizures is significantly high and comes a few days after the biggest-ever recovery of cocaine was made in Delhi. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi praised the dedication of law enforcement in safeguarding the health and security of the society.
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Gujarat govt takes bulldozer action on illegal constructions in Somnath, security beefed up | VIDEO
Gujarat | Sep 28, 2024, 10:34 AM ISTSeveral illegal constructions had been built behind the Somnath Temple in Gujarat, the officials said. As many as 36 bulldozers were deployed to carry out the demolition drive.
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Gujarat rains: NDRF rescues all 29 pilgrims from bus stranded in flood waters near Bhavnagar | VIDEO
Gujarat | Sep 27, 2024, 09:28 AM ISTA rescue operation was launched after the bus got stranded on a flooded causeway. The rescuers reached the site in a truck and transferred the pilgrims to the vehicle through the window of the bus.
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PM Modi's special gifts to Biden, US First Lady: 'Delhi-Delaware' train model, pashmina shawl | PICS
World | Sep 22, 2024, 01:10 PM ISTPM Modi participated in the Quad Summit with the US President and Prime Ministers of Japan and Australia on Saturday. He also held bilateral meetings with them.
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Another stone pelting incident at 'Ganesh Pandal' in Gujarat, 7 arrested in Kotda Jadodar
Gujarat | Sep 11, 2024, 11:56 AM ISTThe incident follows a similar event in Surat, where stone pelting also caused significant damage and heightened tensions in the region. These attacks have raised serious concerns among residents and authorities alike about the growing trend of communal violence and its impact on communal harmony.
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Paris Paralympics: PM Modi praises medalists Praveen Kumar, Hokato Hotozhe Sema for historic wins
Other Sports | Sep 07, 2024, 11:24 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi lauds Paralympic medalists Praveen Kumar and Hokato Hotozhe Sema during a telephonic conversation, appreciating their remarkable achievements at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
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Gujarat: US Army's hand grenade found in Kandla Special Economic Zone, investigation underway
Gujarat | Sep 07, 2024, 07:50 PM ISTThe hand grenade has been found in a waste consignment imported from abroad in the Kandla Special Economic Zone.
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PM Modi holds telephonic conversation with Indian medal winners at Paris Paralympics 2024 | WATCH
Other Sports | Sep 01, 2024, 06:58 PM ISTThe Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called medal winners at the Paris Paralympic Games to extend his wishes to them. Modi spoke to several athletes on a phone call and congratulated them for their success at the ongoing Paris Paralympics.
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Gujarat floods: Indian Army deploys eight columns for relief operations in several districts
Gujarat | Aug 29, 2024, 07:47 PM ISTGujarat floods: Gujarat has, so far, received 105 per cent of its average annual rainfall. Out of 206 dams, 122 were put on high alert due to a sharp rise in their water levels in the state.
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Gujarat rains: 75 trains cancelled amid severe waterlogging in Vadodara division | Complete list
India | Aug 28, 2024, 11:32 AM ISTAlong with 75 cancellations, the Indian Railway has also diverted two trains and short-terminated four trains. It has also short-originated two trains. Those planning to travel via train are advised to check the list of trains cancelled to avoid any inconvenience.
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Amit Shah to grant Indian citizenship to 188 Pakistani Hindus under CAA in Gujarat | DETAILS
Gujarat | Aug 16, 2024, 08:48 PM ISTThe CAA was enacted in December 2019 for granting Indian nationality to persecuted Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Buddhist, Parsi and Christian migrants from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan who came to India on or before December 31, 2014.
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Gujarat govt transfers 18 senior IAS, 8 IPS officers, MK Das appointed Additional Chief Secretary
Gujarat | Jul 31, 2024, 11:28 PM ISTThe reshuffle is part of a significant bureaucratic realignment aimed at enhancing administrative efficiency and governance. The move includes various other key appointments and transfers within the state’s administrative framework.
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Preeti Sudan appointed as chairperson of UPSC, know all about her
Higher Studies | Jul 30, 2024, 11:08 PM ISTPreeti Sudan's appointment marked a notable addition to the leadership of UPSC, the central agency responsible for conducting civil service examinations and other competitive tests for top government positions in India.
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Why did hundreds of aspirants turn up for walk-in interviews in Gujarat's Bharuch? Know real story
Gujarat | Jul 13, 2024, 11:15 PM ISTVideos of a massive queue, marked by pushing and shoving as aspirants tried to get a toehold on a ramp leading to the entrance of a hotel where the interview was being held, went viral on social media two days ago.
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Gujarat: Bus with 65 passengers falls into gorge in Dang district, two killed, several injured
Gujarat | Jul 08, 2024, 12:08 AM ISTSeveral injured in tragic bus accident in Gujarat's Dang district.