Gujarat
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Gujarat becomes second state to adopt UCC as bill gets President Droupadi Murmu's nod
Gujarat | Oct 02, 2026, 11:57 PM ISTThe Uniform Civil Code lays down common grounds for divorce, including adultery, cruelty, desertion for at least two years, conversion and the disappearance of a spouse for seven years.
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From Machchhar to Hathi, Ghoda: Exceptional story of Gujarati surnames behind Captain Smit's valour
India | Oct 03, 2026, 12:00 AM ISTMachchhar is an established Gujarati surname, found among communities including Nagar Brahmins and Lohanas. Gujarat also has a distinctive tradition of surnames that are derived from animals, birds or insects.
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'Gujarati spirit in his veins': Captain Smit Machchhar to be honoured with Gujarat's state award
Gujarat | Oct 01, 2026, 05:15 PM ISTGujarat's Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has said that flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar will be bestowed with the 'Visisht Gujarat Garima Award' for his bravery to thwart the Omani co-pilot's attempt to crash the aircraft.
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Aaj Ki Baat: How crores of rupees collected as donations by forming fake parties in Gujarat?
Aaj Ki Baat | Sep 30, 2026, 02:37 AM ISTGujarat Police has started investigation against such political parties which are registered with the Election Commission, they have also got the election symbol. They also field candidates in the elections for show but they have nothing to do with the victory or defeat.
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Hefty checks, fake political parties: How scamsters pulled a Rs 700 crore tax fraud in Gujarat
Gujarat | Sep 29, 2026, 09:39 PM ISTGujarat CID Crime's EOW has registered four FIRs over an alleged political donation and tax evasion racket involving RUPPs. The cases involve alleged bogus donations of more than Rs 2,284 crore and suspected tax losses.
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Goldy Brar gang operative wanted in more than 11 serious cases arrested in Ahmedabad
India | Sep 24, 2026, 12:59 PM ISTHis arrest is considered a significant breakthrough in disrupting the gang's extortion network and financial flow. Joint interrogation is currently underway to identify his local associates and financial networks.
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National Film Awards 2026: When and where to watch the 72nd ceremony Live from Gujarat
Entertainment | Sep 22, 2026, 12:19 PM ISTThe 72nd National Film Awards ceremony will be held today, September 22, at Ekta Nagar in Kevadia, Gujarat. The ceremony begins at 3 pm and will be streamed live on the DD National YouTube channel.
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5-7 injured as speeding car hits pilgrims in Gujarat, angry crowd sets vehicle on fire
Gujarat | Sep 21, 2026, 11:02 PM ISTA car hit pilgrims walking towards the Poonam Mela near Himmatnagar, injuring around five to seven people. The vehicle was later set on fire by an angry crowd, while police and fire brigade teams reached the spot and the injured were taken to hospital.
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Bhupendra Patel completes 5 years as Gujarat CM: From record budget to world-class infrastructure
Gujarat | Sep 13, 2026, 09:13 PM ISTBhupendra Patel, who was sworn in as Gujarat's chief minister on September 13, 2021, on Sunday completed five years in the office. Under his leadership, Gujarat has achieved many firsts, including implementation of the UCC.
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15 workers feared trapped as under-construction building collapses in Gandhinagar, rescue on
Gujarat | Sep 09, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTFire department teams are conducting rescue operations, and eight workers have been rescued alive so far. Further details are awaited.
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PM Modi inaugurates freight corridor projects, calls it backbone of India's trade and Commerce
India | Sep 08, 2026, 01:16 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi received an enthusiastic welcome in Vadodara during his Gujarat visit. He also dedicated three Western Dedicated Freight Corridor sections spanning 326 route km and costing over Rs 20,700 crore.
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PM Modi's first programme on BookMyShow sold out within an hour; over 42,000 on waitlist
India | Sep 08, 2026, 07:40 AM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi's Vadodara programme has seen all seats booked within an hour of BookMyShow registrations opening, with over 42,000 people placed on the waiting list. During his visit, the Prime Minister is expected to launch several key infrastructure projects in Vadodara.
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Two children among four killed as fuel tank of commercial vehicle explodes in Gujarat's Kutch
Gujarat | Aug 22, 2026, 08:28 PM ISTThe deceased were identified as Mohammed Iliyas (30), Noor Mohammad Iliyas (26), Hussain Mohammed (3.5) and Noor Fatima (3). The incident was reported when Mohammed Iliyas and Noor Mohammad Iliyas were unloading scrap from the vehicle when the blast occurred.
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Gujarat: 14,000 kg of adulterated cooking oil seized in Patan, factory was running since 2 years
Gujarat | Aug 21, 2026, 01:23 PM ISTOfficials seized 210 containers of poor-quality oil from a truck and 40 containers ready for packaging under fake brand labels. Investigators are examining bills and stock records to trace supplies across Gujarat and other states.
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Five dead, 20 others hospitalised after consuming spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar
Gujarat | Aug 20, 2026, 11:55 AM ISTFive people have died and 20 others are hospitalised after allegedly consuming adulterated liquor in Bhavnagar's Kharkhadi village. Police have taken action against three suspected key accused.
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'BOSS Scam' busted by Ahmedabad Police with Pakistan-China links; over 10,000 devices secured
Gujarat | Aug 18, 2026, 05:49 PM ISTAhmedabad Cyber Crime Branch busted the BOSS scam network linked to Pakistan and China, arrested two accused and deactivated over 10,000 devices. Police say the network supplied dummy SIM cards, OTPs and WhatsApp accounts to cybercriminals, with 251 complaints linked to the gang across 26 states.
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20 blackbucks rewilded in Gujarat's Banni Grasslands on 80th Independence Day with Vantara's support
India | Aug 16, 2026, 03:03 PM ISTThe translocation involved 20 blackbucks, 15 females and five males, from Vantara's Jamnagar facility to the Banni grasslands. The move was carried out under the requisite clearances issued by the Central Zoo Authority and the Chief Wildlife Warden of Gujarat.
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How can Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh prosper together? CM Mohan Yadav outlines blueprint
India | Aug 12, 2026, 11:12 PM ISTSpeaking at the Invest Madhya Pradesh Summit 2027, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the government's aim was to ensure that both Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh grow and prosper together.
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Heavy rainfall or seismic activity? Mysterious waves in well in Gujarat's Morbi leave people puzzled
Gujarat | Aug 07, 2026, 09:54 AM ISTA well in Gujarat's Morbi has attracted people after mysterious waves and ripples were detected in it. Earlier, people thought that a seismic activity was causing it, but experts and officials have dismissed that possibility.
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Gujarat imposes statewide ban on analogue paneer, cheese and butter after food safety crackdown
Gujarat | Aug 05, 2026, 09:10 PM ISTThe Gujarat government has imposed a state-wide ban on analogue paneer, cheese and butter over public health concerns. The decision follows food safety inspections that detected substandard non-dairy products, with strict legal action warned against violators.