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IPL 2025: Du Plessis needs to be checked by physios for availability against GT, says Axar
New Delhi, April 17: Axar Patel, the Delhi Capitals (DC) skipper, said he is hoping vice-captain Faf du Plessis would be back for their next game against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Saturday, adding that the physio will inform him about his match fitness status.
CM Bhupendra Patel chairs high-level meet to evaluate performance of Gujarat State Road Development Corporation
Gandhinagar, April 16: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel chaired a high-level review meeting in Gandhinagar to evaluate the performance of Gujarat State Road Development Corporation.
Gujarat: EAM Jaishankar visits Indus Valley site in Lothal
Lothal, April 16: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on Wednesday visited the Gujarat's Lothal, one of the prominent cities of the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation.
Gujarat CM chairs state cabinet meeting, announces key decision for employee welfare
Gandhinagar, April 16: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel chaired a state cabinet meeting where a significant decision was made to increase the dearness allowance for state government employees under the Sixth and Seventh Pay Commissions, aligning it with the central government, effective from January 1, 2025, according to an official release.
S. Jaishankar visits Lothal, reviews progress of upcoming National Maritime Heritage Complex
Lothal (Gujarat), April 16: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday visited the historic site of Lothal in Gujarat and reviewed the progress of the ambitious National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC), envisioned as a global centre to celebrate India's seafaring legacy.
Gujarat CM approves Rs 247 crore for road projects
Gandhinagar, April 16: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel chaired a high-level review meeting of the Gujarat State Road Development Corporation (GSRDC) in Gandhinagar on Wednesday, and approved development works worth Rs 247.35 crore for key road infrastructure projects across the state.
Road to defeat BJP runs through Gujarat: Rahul Gandhi
Modasa, April 16: Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, said on Wednesday that the road to defeat the BJP runs through Gujarat, asserting that the land (Gujarat) has given birth to Congress's ideological roots.
Digital Seva Setu: Advancing digital transformation across rural Gujarat
Gandhinagar, April 16: The Gujarat Government's Digital Seva Setu initiative has made government services accessible online, even for citizens in the state's remotest villages, the Chief Minister's office said in a press release.
Gandhinagar: CM Bhupendra Patel chairs high-level meeting on summer drinking water planning in State
Gandhinagar, April 15: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held a high-level meeting in Gandhinagar to conduct a comprehensive review of the planning and preparedness to ensure adequate and easily accessible drinking water for citizens during the summer, a release said.
Gujarat to conduct lion census across expanded habitat in May
Gandhinagar, April 15: Gujarat is set to conduct a full-scale lion population census next month in the Saurashtra region, in the first scientific and comprehensive count of the big cat since 2015.
Surat to get one more bridge this month; over one lakh commuters likely to benefit
Surat, April 15: A newly-constructed bridge at Budia-Gabhani Junction on National Highway 53 in Surat, constructed at a cost of Rs 40 crore, is likely to be inaugurated on April 18, benefitting over one lakh commuters.
Gujarat: Rahul Gandhi to launch project aimed at empowering District Congress Committees
Ahmedabad, April 15: Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday arrived in Gujarat for a two-day visit where he will launch the party's pilot project to strengthen district units in the State and address party workers.
EAM Jaishankar launches key development projects in Gujarat's Narmada
Narmada, April 15: External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar was in Gujarat’s Narmada district on Tuesday as part of his two-day visit to the state, during which he inaugurated some projects and also laid the foundation stone for several key development initiatives aimed at fostering growth in the region.
Man who issued death threat to Salman Khan traced to Gujarat village
Mumbai, April 15: The man who allegedly issued a death threat to Bollywood actor Salman Khan has been traced to a village in Gujarat’s Vadodara district and is mentally unstable, Mumbai Police said on Tuesday.
EAM Jaishankar inaugurates smart classes in Gujarat village
Narmada, April 15: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated smart classes for the students in Lachhras village in Gujarat's Narmada district on Tuesday, saying how in the age of mobile phones, smart classes help engage students in the classroom.
Rahul Gandhi to launch pilot project to strengthen Congress at district level during Gujarat visit
Ahmedabad, April 14: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will begin a two-day visit to Gujarat on April 15 (Tuesday), during which he will launch a pilot initiative aimed at revitalising the party's grassroots machinery in the state.
Gujarat: S. Jaishankar inaugurates gymnastic hall at Chhotubhai Purani Sports Campus
Rajpipla, April 15: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated the gymnastic hall at Chhotubhai Purani Sports Campus on Tuesday, April 15 in Rajpipla, Gujarat.
EAM Jaishankar visits Gujarat, inaugurates several projects under MPLAD
Gujarat, April 15: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Narmada district in Gujarat where he inaugurated several projects under the MPLADS scheme.
Gujarat CM flags off Nagar Yatra in Ahmedabad, marks Ambedkar's 134th birth anniversary
Gandhinagar, April 15: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off a Nagar Yatra in Ahmedabad on the occasion of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar's 134th birth anniversary on Monday, according to the Gujarat CMO statement.
Gujarat CM attends Bhim Dayro, Matru-Pitru Vandana, felicitation event by Turi Barot
Gandhinagar April 15: To mark the 134th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, a Matru-Pitru Vandana programme, Bhim Dayro, and a Felicitation Ceremony was organised in Gandhinagar under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday, according to a Gujarat CMO statement.
Death threat to Salman Khan: Mumbai Police crack down on 26-year-old man suspect
Mumbai, April 14: Bollywood actor Salman Khan once again received a death threat on Sunday. Worli Traffic Control Room's WhatsApp number received a threat message for actor Salman Khan wherein it was threatened that the actor would be killed at his home and an explosion would be executed in his vehicle, said Mumbai Police.
Committed to drug-free Bharat, says HM Shah
New Delhi, April 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday reiterated the Narendra Modi government’s commitment to rooting out drug networks ruthlessly and hailed the latest Rs 1,800-crore seizure by enforcement agencies in the Arabian Sea.
Rs 1,800 crore drug haul in Arabian Sea; Gujarat ATS, Coast Guard strike in high sea operation
Gandhinagar, April 14: Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and the Indian Coast Guard intercepted and seized over 300 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of Rs 1,800 crore, from the Arabian Sea near the Indian Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL).
'Fake and fraudulent leaders': Gujarat Ministers slam Akhilesh, Kejriwal over 'misleading' posts on class X results
Gandhinagar, April 13: Gujarat Minister of State for Home, Harsh Sanghavi, launched an attack on Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav and AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday, accusing them of spreading misinformation regarding the Gujarat Class X board examination results, adding that both the leaders are “fake” and “fraudlent”.
Gujarat Governor Devvrat, CM Patel chair 'Bharat, Bhagya, Vidhata - Nation First' program
Gandhinagar, April 13: Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel chaired 'Bharat, Bhagya, Vidhata - Nation First' program held in Ahmedabad.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel participates in 'Maha Rudri' on occasion of Hatkeshwar Mahadev Patotsav in Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar, April 13: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel participated in the 'Maha Rudri' organized by Vadnagara Nagar Mandal in Gandhinagar, celebrating the Patotsav of Hatkeshwar Mahadev, the revered deity of the Nagar community.
'Hotspot of silent suffering': Gujarat's suicide crisis deepens
Gandhinagar, April 13: A case of suspected mass suicide in Gujarat’s Sabarkantha district has brought renewed attention to the growing mental health and social crisis unfolding quietly across the state.
NIA custody: Rana may spill beans on Ishrat Jahan-led plot to kill PM Modi in 2004
New Delhi, April 13: The ongoing questioning of Tahawwur Rana, a key conspirator of 26/11, is likely to go beyond the 2008 attack and extend to other Lashkar-e-Taiba terror plots, including the 2004 foiled suicide attack on Narendra Modi, the then chief minister of Gujarat who is now the country's Prime Minister.
Dolphins find safe haven along Gujarat's coastline; 680 sighted in latest census
Gandhinagar, April 13: National Dolphin Day is celebrated across India on April 14, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the ecological importance of dolphins, their conservation, and the protection of their natural habitats.
Time to integrate artificial intelligence into healthcare: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar, April 13: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday said that the state government has always supported emerging technologies in the medical sector and added that the time has now come to integrate artificial intelligence into healthcare.
Mohan Bhagwat's 'don't-change-dharma' message in Gujarat village reinforces RSS' efforts in tribal belts
Ahmedabad, April 13: When Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat stepped onto the modest stage in Barumal, a small village tucked away in Gujarat's Valsad district, on April 12, it was more than just a ceremonial visit. Dressed in his trademark white kurta-pajama and black cap, Bhagwat addressed a packed gathering at the silver jubilee celebration of the Bhav Bhaveshwar Mahadev Temple.
I surprise myself sometimes: LSG batter Nicholas Pooran opens up on his strokeplay
Lucknow, April 13: Following his explosive inning against the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) left-hand batter Nicholas Pooran shared thoughts on his hitting abilities in the ongoing 18th edition of the cash-rich league.
We have much younger side, but lots of positives about it: RR captain Sanju Samson
Jaipur, April 12: Just when Rajasthan Royals (RR) seemed to be picking up form with two wins last week, they suffered a heavy 58-run loss to Gujarat Titans (GT) on Wednesday, once again highlighting some weaknesses in both their batting and bowling departments. The team has a younger look this season, especially in the batting line-up, but skipper Sanju Samson believes the players are experienced enough to deliver, as per ESPNcricinfo.
Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel presents Ratnasinhji Mahida Memorial Award at Rajpipla
Gandhinagar, April 12: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel honored two distinguished individuals with the Ratnasinhji Mahida Memorial Award, instituted in memory of the late Ratnasinhji Mahida--a renowned social reformer, educationist, and lifelong advocate for tribal welfare from Rajpipla in Narmada district.
Good win. Heads down, chin up: Pant celebrates LSG's victory against GT
Lucknow, April 12: Skipper Rishabh Pant is extremely happy with the way his team Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) performed against Gujarat Titans on Saturday evening at the Ekana Stadium here.
Jay Soni admits to being typecast in television, says he's working to reinvent himself
Mumbai, April 13: Television actor-host Jay Soni has opened up about the challenges of being typecast in the industry.
Wicket was not easy to hit....: GT skipper Gill after loss to LSG
Lucknow, April 12: Following his side's loss to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Gujarat Titans (GT) skipper Shubman Gill said that it was not an easy wicket to bat on. He was also critical of his team's strike rotation.
The idea was to bowl yorkers...: LSG skipper Pant on strategy to control GT batters
Lucknow, April 12: Following his side's win over Gujarat Titans (GT), Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant revealed his strategy that kept GT batters in check during end overs and hailed Nicholas Pooran for his explosive knock.
IPL 2025: Pooran, Markram shine as LSG beat GT by four wickets
Lucknow, April 12: Fine half-centuries from Nicholas Pooran and Aiden Markram powered Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) to win over Gujarat Titans by four wickets in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match at Ekana Stadium on Saturday.
IPL 2025: Quickfire fifties by Pooran, Markram help LSG register six-wicket win over GT
Lucknow, April 12: Half-centuries by Nicholas Pooran (61) and Aiden Markram (58) propelled Lucknow Super Giants to a six-wicket victory, with three balls to spare, over the table toppers Gujarat Titans at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Saturday.