The Latest Breaking News from Gujarat

India's Rahul Gandhi appeals after court denies stay of defamation conviction

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday appealed to the High Court in the western state of Gujarat seeking a stay of conviction in a defamation case, challenging a lower court's ruling against his plea, his lawyer said.

Reuters · Apr 25, 2023

Gujarat ATS gets custody of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi in drugs haul case

Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad gets custody of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi in connection with a case of cross-border smuggling of drugs

The Hindu · Apr 25, 2023

GT vs MI, IPL 2023: Mumbai Indians look to sort bowling woes in clash against Gujarat Titans

NEW DELHI: Five-time champions Mumbai Indians will look to return to winning ways when they face a resurgent Gujarat Titans in their IPL match on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Apr 24, 2023

Doordarshan series on new India’s heritage: Focus on Hindu sites, Savarkar as greatest hero, no women icons

DD News recently broadcast a two-part documentary on the government’s efforts towards the revival of Indian heritage. The film titled, Dharohar Bharat ki Punaruthaan ki Kahaani, which roughly translates to the story of the resurrection of Indian heritage, visits prominent sites of culture and the freedom struggle. 

Newslaundry · Apr 19, 2023

Hindu festival of Ram Navami sparks anti-Muslim riots across India

In India, anti-Muslim rhetoric and violence increased across the country on the occasion of a Hindu festival on March 30, 2023. Several videos document the unrest in Vadodara, Gujarat. In a state where communal conflicts have already claimed many lives, our Muslim Observers are concerned about the rise of Hindu…

France 24 · Apr 19, 2023

Daily Dose Ep 1330: Same-sex marriage hearing, HC on Dabholkar case

In this episode of Daily Dose, Saeeduzzaman brings you the news from Delhi, the Supreme Court, Gujarat, the UK, and US.

Newslaundry · Apr 18, 2023

"Horrendous": Bilkis Bano case can't be compared with single murder, says SC

The SC on Tuesday said that "unequals can't be treated equally" while stating that the plight of Bilkis Bano, who was gangraped and her family members were murdered during the 2002 Godhra riots, can't be compared to the murder of single person. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Apr 18, 2023

Why are Patola saris so expensive?

Patola sari is a type of double ikat sari that is traditionally woven by hand in the Patan region of Gujarat. The process of making a Patola sari is a highly intricate and time-consuming one, involving many skilled artisans. Patola saris are known for their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and…

The Times of India · Apr 18, 2023

Surveillance in India: Gujarat backs it, Punjab hates it, some don’t even know there’s a right to privacy

What comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘surveillance’? CCTV cameras? For beginners, that’s one way to say: “You are being watched.” Always.

Newslaundry · Apr 15, 2023

Nun moves Gujarat HC for action over derogatory remarks on pope in viral video

AHMEDABAD: A nun from Vadodara has approached the Gujarat high court for registration of FIR and action against an unidentified speaker for allegedly making derogatory remarks on nuns and the Pope during an event organised in Kadi town by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP).

The Times of India · Apr 14, 2023