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Ahmedabad Leopard Cub Found in Greenfield Society: Third Consecutive Day of Leopard Sightings Raises Concern

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A frightened leopard cub hiding beneath a parked car in Greenfield Society, Shela Ghuma, Ahmedabad, while Gujarat Forest Department and wildlife rescue personnel carefully secure the rescue site as residents observe from a safe distance in a modern residential complex during early morning daylight.

A leopard cub was spotted hiding beneath a parked car in Greenfield Society located within Ahmedabad’s Shela Ghuma residential belt, marking the third consecutive day of wild feline sightings in the area. The discovery has increased concern among local residents as repeated leopard movement continues to be reported across nearby localities. The latest sighting follows … Read more

Chandipura Virus in India 2026: Symptoms, Causes, Prevention, Treatment and Gujarat Outbreak Explained

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Pediatric doctors and nurses examining a young child with suspected Chandipura virus infection in a modern Gujarat hospital, with vital sign monitors, IV fluids, oxygen support, and medical equipment visible as concerned parents stand nearby in a clean intensive care setting under natural lighting.

Chandipura Virus (CHPV) is a vector-borne viral infection that primarily causes Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES), a severe inflammation of the brain. The infection is considered highly dangerous for children under the age of 15. Since there is currently no specific vaccine or antiviral medicine available for Chandipura Virus, immediate medical care and effective insect prevention … Read more

Surat Police Detain CJP Supporters During Protest in Vesu and Collectorate Over NEET Paper Leak and Sansad Chalo Campaign

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Surat Police personnel escorting protesters during a peaceful NEET 2026 paper leak demonstration near Luthra Circle in the Vesu area of Surat, Gujarat, with a large crowd holding protest placards, police barricades, media photographers, police vehicles, and the urban VIP Road streetscape visible under bright daylight.

Surat witnessed significant protest activity on July 22, 2026, as supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) took to the streets in multiple locations across the city. The demonstrations were organized as part of a coordinated campaign supporting the party’s nationwide “Sansad Chalo” march in New Delhi. The protests were aimed at demanding accountability over … Read more

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Festival Dates, Muhurat, Visarjan Schedule, Fasting Rules and Public Holiday Details

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 celebration inside an Indian home featuring an eco-friendly Lord Ganesha idol on a floral altar, family members in traditional attire performing Madhyahna Pooja with folded hands, modaks, fruits, coconuts, diyas, incense, flowers, kalash, marigold decorations, rangoli, and a warm spiritual atmosphere.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 will be celebrated from Monday, September 14, to Friday, September 25, 2026. The festival begins with Ganesh Sthapana during the Madhyahna Muhurat (11:02 AM to 1:31 PM) and concludes with Anant Chaturdashi Visarjan. Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity, is worshipped first before any auspicious beginning. This 10-day festival is observed with … Read more

Gujarat Unveils High Tech Safety Plan at Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary After Fatal Lion Attack

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Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Junagadh, Gujarat, showing Gujarat Forest Department officers patrolling a forest trail with AI-enabled surveillance cameras, a thermal monitoring drone, forest guards carrying binoculars, radios and GPS devices, a security checkpoint guiding pilgrims, the Girnar stone staircase, dense green forest, and safety barricades under soft morning light.

The Girnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Junagadh has long been a sacred pilgrimage site, drawing thousands of devotees who climb its ancient steps to seek blessings. But on July 11, 2026, this spiritual journey turned into a tragedy when an 11-year-old boy lost his life in a lion attack, sending shockwaves through the state. The incident … Read more

Ahmedabad RTE Admission 2026: 493 Seats Still Vacant After Four Rounds; Documents, Reasons, Next Steps

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Ahmedabad RTE admission document verification at a private school showing parents holding birth certificates, Aadhaar cards, passport-size photographs, income certificates, and admission documents while school staff verify paperwork at multiple counters, with children in school uniforms waiting in a well-organized admission office.

The Right to Education (RTE) Act ensures that every child has access to quality education, regardless of their family’s financial background. In Ahmedabad, the RTE admission process for the 2026 academic year has seen over 38,000 applications, yet 493 seats remain vacant even after four rounds of allotment. This means thousands of parents are still … Read more

Gujarat Weather Alert: Yellow Warning for Amreli, Jamnagar, Valsad; Rain, Waterlogging, Safety Advisory

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Monsoon flooding in Valsad, Gujarat, showing waterlogged roads, submerged vehicles, residents walking through ankle-to-knee-deep floodwater, municipal workers monitoring drainage, police managing traffic near a flooded underpass, and dark rain clouds during an active Yellow Alert weather situation.

Heavy monsoon activity continues to affect parts of Gujarat, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placing Amreli, Jamnagar and Valsad under a Yellow Alert. While the extreme Red Alert conditions seen earlier in the month have eased, active weather systems are still bringing scattered moderate to heavy rainfall, leading to localized waterlogging and rising river … Read more

Air India Flight AI171 Crash Investigation Update 16 July 2026: AAIB Probe Nears Completion, Supreme Court Hearing

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Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) investigators inspecting aircraft wreckage at a secured investigation site with aviation experts reviewing technical equipment, documenting evidence, and analysing debris in a professional daylight accident investigation scene.

The investigation into the Air India Flight AI171 crash has entered its final phase, according to the latest status update submitted by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) before the Supreme Court of India. In its counter-affidavit, the AAIB informed the apex court that the investigation is currently in the final stage of analysis and … Read more

Ahmedabad Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026: 16 July Route, Timings, Security Arrangements, Devotee Guide

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Ahmedabad Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 featuring decorated chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra, thousands of devotees, decorated elephants, police security, and the vibrant cultural procession through the city's heritage streets.

The 149th Jagannath Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad is scheduled to commence on Thursday, 16 July 2026. One of Gujarat’s most significant religious events, the annual Rath Yatra attracts lakhs of devotees from across the state and the country. The historic procession will travel approximately 16 kilometres through the streets of Ahmedabad’s Old City, beginning and … Read more

Gujarat-Based Companies Listed on NSE: A Comprehensive Sector-Wise Guide

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Gujarat's growth: renewable energy, industry, NSE, and ports.

Gujarat is home to many of India’s well-known listed companies on the Indian stock market. More than 500 companies are listed on NSE that are Gujarat-based. The state has a strong presence in the energy, ports, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, engineering, textiles, banking, and consumer products sector. We have to be careful when we say Gujarat-based companies … Read more