Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Gujarat, once infamous for curfews in the 1980s and 1990s, has transformed its law and order landscape over the past two decades, thanks largely to modern technology. Communal riots are now a thing of the past, and the state is leading the way in next-generation policing. At the forefront of this effort is Project VISWAS, touted as a ‘Brahmastra’ for the Gujarat Police, which has successfully completed its second phase. What is Project VISWAS?VISWAS, which stands for Video Integration and Statewide Advanced Security, is a comprehensive surveillance initiative aimed at real-time crime prevention, rapid response, and efficient investigation. In its second phase, the project now covers 54 cities and 79 interstate checkpoints, with 12,500 CCTV cameras installed across the state. ...

Ahmedabad, Gujarat:The iconic Ahmedabad Railway Station is on the brink of a historic transformation. It is being redeveloped into the country’s tallest and most advanced 16-storey multi-modal transport hub, a project that promises to redefine the future of transportation not just in Gujarat, but across India. According to Western Railway, work on the mega project is progressing at a rapid pace, and the station is expected to be fully ready by July 2027. A Next-Generation Station Like Never Before The upcoming structure is designed to be far more than a traditional railway station. With its height, architecture and futuristic facilities, the new hub will stand as a landmark in modern urban mobility. The 16-floor complex will feature: Massive multi-level parking zones Office...

Gandhinagar, Gujarat: The Gujarat government has taken strict action against ragging at Gandhinagar Medical College, suspending seven senior students involved in harassing first-year students. This move reflects the state’s zero-tolerance policy toward ragging. Details of the ActionThe ragging incident, captured on CCTV, revealed inhumane behavior by senior students toward first-year students. Following the investigation, the third-year students were suspended for two years, while second-year students received six-month suspensions. The state’s Health Minister, Praful Panseria, emphasized that similar incidents in any college would attract severe consequences, warning students that such behavior could jeopardize their careers. Minister’s MessageHealth Minister Panseria, newly appoint...

Bhuj, Gujarat: In a chilling crime that has sent shockwaves across Kutch, a woman was brutally murdered by her lover after she revealed that her second marriage was finalized. The attacker, consumed by rage, reportedly echoed cinematic lines before committing the murder. The IncidentThe victim, 28-year-old Zharina Daud Kumbar, a divorced woman, had been living at her parental home after separating from her first husband. She was in a seven-year-long relationship with Haresh Kanajibhai Gagl, a local man who worked at a dairy. On Sunday morning, Zharina’s lifeless body was discovered in the dairy premises in Dhori village, Bhuj Taluka. Her face and head were severely crushed with stones, indicating a brutal attack. The TriggerAccording to Bhuj DYSP M.J. Christian, Haresh had been calle...

Ahmedabad/Kutch: In a dramatic turn along the India-Pakistan border, a Pakistani couple was apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) after crossing into India in Gujarat’s Kutch district. This marks the second such case in just a few weeks, following a similar incident in October. The Couple and Their BackgroundThe young couple, both Hindus from the Sindh province of Pakistan, were caught near Pillar No. 1016 in Rapar Taluka, close to the India-Pakistan frontline. According to BSF reports, the man identified himself as Popat Naththu, 24, and the woman as Gauri (also known as Gulab Mungario), 20. Both hail from the Mithi region of Sindh. Following preliminary questioning, the couple has been handed over to Balasar Police for further legal proceedings. Rising Concerns Along the B...

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: A disturbing incident has come to light in Ahmedabad, where a 19-year-old BBA student alleged that a police inspector molested her inside a lift. The victim claimed that the inspector inappropriately touched her while the lift was in motion and then fled the scene. Following the incident, the student contacted the Gujarat Police helpline Abhayam 181 for immediate assistance. Details of the IncidentAccording to reports, the incident took place in an apartment building in the Vejalpur area of Ahmedabad. The accused, identified as Barkat Chawda, allegedly touched the woman inappropriately while she was alone in the lift. The victim promptly filed a complaint at the Vejalpur Police Station, and authorities have begun an investigation. CCTV footage from the apartment buil...

Vadodara, Gujarat: In a tragic development during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Gujarat, a female assistant employee of a BLO collapsed while on duty and later died despite emergency treatment. The incident occurred in Vadodara, following the suicide of another BLO in Gir Somnath district just a day earlier. Incident Details The deceased, Ushaben Solanki, 40, was serving as an assistant to BLO Vaishaliben Patel at Pratap School in Sayajiganj, Vadodara. While checking voter list forms under the SIR process, she reportedly suffered dizziness due to prolonged standing under the scorching sun and mounting work pressure, causing her to collapse. Colleagues immediately attempted first aid and rushed her to a nearby location in a rickshaw before she was transf...

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Gujarat, famously known as the land of lions, has added another milestone to its wildlife legacy. While the Gir National Park continues to attract tourists worldwide for sightings of the Asiatic lion, recent developments confirm the presence of tigers in the state as well. Gujarat’s Forest Minister, Pravin Mali, shared photographs of a tiger that has been residing safely in the state for the past nine months, marking a significant achievement in wildlife conservation. A Historic Achievement in Wildlife Conservation Minister Pravin Mali stated that Gujarat has entered a golden chapter in wildlife preservation. A four-year-old tiger, originally from Madhya Pradesh, has made the Ratanmahal forests its permanent home. With this development, Gujarat has become the only...

” Rajkot, Gujarat: In a unique anti-corruption initiative, Suryakant Singh, an officer in the Housing Department of Rajkot Municipal Corporation, has put up bold posters in his office urging citizens not to offer bribes. The message comes after last year’s Rajkot Gamezone fire tragedy, which claimed 28 lives, including 12 children, and exposed administrative negligence. The Message on the Posters The posters in Singh’s chamber carry a simple yet firm appeal: “I receive a good salary for my work. Please do not embarrass me by offering a bribe. If I perform my duty correctly, I owe you nothing extra. I will not accept money for any improper work. I am your friend and a responsible citizen.” The posters also feature lines from Guvalvant Shah, a prominent 88-year-old writer, thinke...