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Gujarat govt may delay new jantri rates beyond April 1
Gujarat government will delay the implementation of the new jantri rates initially set for April 1, 2025. The proposed rates showed a significant hike in land valuation, causing opposition from citizens and the real estate industry. The government aims to avoid overshadowing urban development projects planned for 2025-26, pushing the implementation to a later date.
Man attacked in Surat with knife over Insta message
A 19-year-old man named Shafiq Shaikh was attacked by two minor boys in Surat for sending an Instagram message to one of their girlfriends. The altercation resulted in Shaikh being injured with a sharp weapon. He was hospitalized in serious condition. The police have apprehended the two minors and initiated an investigation.
Gujarat National Law University student ends life on campus
A third-year law student, Vansh Gaint, was found dead in his dorm room at Gujarat National Law University. The cause of death is suspected to be suicide, though the reason remains unknown. His classmates described him as energetic and helpful. The university is assisting his family and providing psychological support to other students.
Prayers, rituals and hope: Inside Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams’ Gujarat home before her landing
The Rawal family in Ahmedabad is eagerly awaiting astronaut Sunita Williams' safe return from the ISS, accompanied by Butch Wilmore. Sunita's cousin shared their concerns due to previous technical issues with the Boeing Starliner. Her father's village is holding rituals for her safety, celebrating her achievements and strong connection to her roots.
88kg in gold, 19.6kg of jewellery, Rs 1.3 crore cash seized from Ahmedabad apartment: Tally touches Rs 100 crore
In Ahmedabad, authorities seized 87.9 kg of gold bars, 19.6 kg of jewelry, Rs 1.37 crore in cash, and 11 luxury watches from a Paldi apartment. The gold is suspected to be smuggled. The seizure was a joint effort by the state ATS and the DRI. The apartment was rented by Mahendra and Megh Shah, who are under investigation.
Asked to stop, SUV driver tries to run down a cop near Delhi Darwaza in Ahmedabad
Near Delhi Darwaza in Ahmedabad, a driver in a red Mahindra Thar recklessly evaded police by speeding through a restricted, congested area, narrowly missing an officer. The SUV hit multiple vehicles and caused panic among pedestrians. Police are now searching for the driver, urging the public for any information. This incident highlights increasing cases of reckless driving in the region.
'Doing Yagna for her return,' says Dinesh Rawal, Sunita Williams' Gujarati cousin
As Sunita Williams concludes her nine-month mission on the International Space Station, her family in Gujarat prepares for her return. Williams, with fellow astronauts, undocked from ISS and are returning on the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. The mission's completion follows technical issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, prompting an extended space stay. NASA and SpaceX are broadcasting the return live.
Gujarat man moves high court after bank lowers CIBIL score namesake's transaction
The Gujarat High Court has taken action by issuing a notice to a Rajkot cooperative bank and the RBI after a petitioner's CIBIL score dropped due to a mix-up in loan guarantor identities. The petitioner, whose CIBIL score plummeted, was wrongly sent default notices intended for another individual with a similar name.
95kg gold, Rs 70 lakh cash seized by ATS, DRI from rented flat in Ahmedabad
Authorities from the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 95.5 kg of gold, other valuables, and about Rs 70 lakh in cash from a locked apartment in Ahmedabad. The raid was based on a tip-off about possible illegal valuables stored by stockbrokers Megh and Mahendra Shah. Ownership claims and legality of the stash are under investigation.
Told to delete Instagram story, Gujarat teen kills uncle
In Vadali village, a 17-year-old boy killed his uncle after being reprimanded for an Instagram post. The altercation escalated when the uncle slapped the boy, leading to the stabbing incident. The victim, a father of two, died on arrival at the hospital. The teenager was later apprehended and has been charged under the Juvenile Justice Act.
RECENT NEWS
- Gujarat govt may delay new jantri rates beyond April 1
- Man attacked in Surat with knife over Insta message
- Gujarat National Law University student ends life on campus
- Prayers, rituals and hope: Inside Nasa astronaut Sunita Williams’ Gujarat home before her landing
- 88kg in gold, 19.6kg of jewellery, Rs 1.3 crore cash seized from Ahmedabad apartment: Tally touches Rs 100 crore
