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

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Date, Muhurat, Bank Holidays & Gift Guide (August 28)

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Traditional Raksha Bandhan 2026 celebration inside an Indian home showing a sister in a vibrant saree applying roli and chawal tilak on her brother's forehead, performing aarti with a brass diya, tying a colorful Rakhi on his right wrist, feeding him kheer and ladoo, while the brother presents a gift box and envelope, with a decorative puja thali, marigold flowers, rangoli, festive lights, and authentic Indian family celebrations.

Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be officially celebrated on Friday, August 28, 2026. The festival celebrates the special bond between brothers and sisters, marked by the tying of the sacred Rakhi, prayers for protection, exchanging gifts, and strengthening family relationships. According to the available information, Raksha Bandhan 2026 is considered highly auspicious because the inauspicious Bhadra … Read more

Krishna Janmashtami 2026: Date, Puja Muhurat, Vrat Rules, Dahi Handi and Holiday Details

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Krishna Janmashtami 2026 celebration inside an Indian home temple showing Laddu Gopal dressed in a yellow outfit with a peacock feather crown, miniature jewellery and flute, as a priest performs Panchamrit Abhishekam with milk, curd, honey, ghee and sugar while family members in traditional attire pray before a decorated wooden Jhula, brass diyas, marigold flowers, Tulsi leaves, fruits, incense and festive offerings during the sacred Nishita Kaal midnight celebration.

Krishna Janmashtami, the sacred festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, will be observed in 2026 on different dates according to tradition. As per the available information, Smarta tradition (household devotees) will celebrate Krishna Janmashtami on Friday, September 4, 2026, while the Vaishnava tradition and ISKCON temples will observe the festival on Saturday, September 5, … 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

Why Surat Faces Chronic Waterlogging Every Monsoon: Flood Prone Areas, Infrastructure Challenges and Long-Term Solutions

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Severe urban flooding in Vesu, Surat, Gujarat, showing submerged roads, stranded cars, motorcycles and city buses, residents walking through knee-deep rainwater, emergency workers operating portable dewatering pumps, flooded basement parking at a commercial complex, traffic police redirecting vehicles near a waterlogged underpass, overflowing drains, and dark monsoon clouds during intense rainfall.

Surat is a city of resilience, known for its diamond polishing, textile trade and entrepreneurial spirit. Yet every monsoon, as the Tapi River swells and the Arabian Sea pushes high tides inland, a familiar crisis unfolds. Streets turn into rivers, homes are flooded and daily life comes to a standstill. For decades, Surat has grappled … 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