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		<title>રાજ્યમાં પ્રથમ તબક્કામાં તા. 1 થી 30 જૂન, 2026 દરમિયાન &#8216;ઘરયાદી અને મકાનોની ગણતરી&#8217; હાથ ધરાશે</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 10:37:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>ગાંધીનગર: ભારત સરકારના ગૃહ મંત્રાલય હેઠળના જનગણના કાર્ય નિદેશાલય, ગુજરાત દ્વારા ગાંધીનગર સર્કિટ હાઉસ ખાતે પત્રકાર પરિષદનું આયોજન કરવામાં આવ્યું હતું. આ પરિષદમાં વસ્તી ગણતરી</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ગાંધીનગર: ભારત સરકારના ગૃહ મંત્રાલય હેઠળના જનગણના કાર્ય નિદેશાલય, ગુજરાત દ્વારા ગાંધીનગર સર્કિટ હાઉસ ખાતે પત્રકાર પરિષદનું આયોજન કરવામાં આવ્યું હતું. આ પરિષદમાં વસ્તી ગણતરી નિયામક શ્રી સુજલ જે. મયાત્રાએ જણાવ્યું હતું કે, આગામી જનગણના 2027 એ આ શ્રેણીની 16મી અને આઝાદી પછીની 8મી જનગણના હશે, જે સંપૂર્ણપણે ડિજિટલ માધ્યમથી હાથ ધરવામાં આવશે. અગાઉ દેશભરમાં છેલ્લે વર્ષ 2011માં જનગણના કરવામાં આવી હતી. આ ગણતરી દેશના દરેક નાગરિકના મજબૂત અને ઉજ્જવળ ભવિષ્ય માટે અગત્યની છે.</p>
<p>નિયામક શ્રી મયાત્રાએ વધુ વિગતો આપતા કહ્યું હતું કે, ‘જનગણનાથી જન કલ્યાણ’ના મંત્ર સાથે યોજાનાર જનગણનાની કામગીરી મુખ્યત્વે બે તબક્કામાં વહેંચવામાં આવી છે. પ્રથમ તબક્કામાં &#8216;ઘરયાદી અને મકાનોની ગણતરી&#8217; (HLO) ગુજરાતમાં તા. 1 જૂન, 2026 થી 30 જૂન, 2026 દરમિયાન હાથ ધરવામાં આવશે. આ તબક્કા દરમિયાન આવાસની સ્થિતિ, કુટુંબની વિગતો, પીવાના પાણીનો સ્ત્રોત, શૌચાલયની સુવિધા અને અન્ય અસ્કયામતો સહિત કુલ 34 પ્રશ્નો પૂછવામાં આવશે. બીજા તબક્કામાં &#8216;વસ્તીની ગણતરી&#8217; (PE) તા. 9 ફેબ્રુઆરી થી 28 ફેબ્રુઆરી 2027 દરમિયાન કરવામાં આવશે. આ બીજા તબક્કા દરમિયાન જ જાતિ ગણતરીની કામગીરી પણ પૂર્ણ કરવામાં આવશે. કેન્દ્ર સરકાર દ્વારા આ ભગીરથ કાર્ય માટે રૂ. 11,718.24 કરોડના ખર્ચને મંજૂરી આપી છે. </p>
<p>તેમણે ઉમેર્યું કે, આ વખતે જનગણનામાં આધુનિક ટેકનોલોજીનો ઉપયોગ કરીને એન્ડ્રોઇડ અને iOS એપ પર ગુજરાતી સહિત 16 ભાષાઓમાં તેમજ ઓફલાઇન ડેટા એકત્રિત કરવામાં આવશે. નાગરિકો માટે &#8216;સ્વ-ગણતરી&#8217; (Self-Enumeration) નો વિકલ્પ પણ ઉપલબ્ધ રહેશે, જેમાં ઉત્તરદાતાઓ તા. 17 મે થી 31 મે, 2026 દરમિયાન અધિકૃત પોર્ટલ https://se.census.gov.in પર પોતાની વિગતો જાતે ભરી શકશે. સ્વ-ગણતરી બાદ પ્રાપ્ત થયેલ SE ID ગણતરીદારની મુલાકાત વખતે આપવાનો રહેશે. સ્વ-ગણતરી ડેટાની પુષ્ટિ કર્યા પછી, ગણતરીદાર તેને મૂળ ડેટાબેઝમાં સમાવશે. આ પ્રક્રિયાથી ડેટા સંગ્રહ ઝડપી બનશે અને ફિલ્ડ વર્કનું ભારણ ઘટશે.  </p>
<p>શ્રી મયાત્રાએ જણાવ્યું હતું કે, રાજ્યના તમામ જિલ્લા, મહાનગરપાલિકા, નગરપાલિકા તેમજ ગામડાઓમાં વસ્તી ગણતરી યોજાશે. આ વસ્તી ગણતરીમાં 1,10,598 હાઉસલિસ્ટિંગ બ્લોક્સ (HLBs), 1,09,038 ગણતરીદારો તેમજ 18,254 સુપરવાઇઝરનો સમાવેશ થાય છે. આ અભિયાનને સફળ બનાવવા માટે ગણતરીદારો, સુપરવાઇઝર અને અન્ય વસ્તી ગણના અધિકારીઓને ત્રણ તબક્કામાં તાલીમ આપવામાં આવી રહી છે.    </p>
<p>ડેટા સુરક્ષા અંગે ખાતરી આપતા નિયામકશ્રીએ જણાવ્યું હતું કે, જનગણના અધિનિયમ, 1948 અને જનગણના નિયમો, 1990ની જોગવાઈ હેઠળ એકત્રિત કરાયેલી તમામ વ્યક્તિગત માહિતી ગુપ્ત રાખવામાં આવશે અને તેનો ઉપયોગ કાનૂની અથવા કરવેરાના હેતુઓ માટે કરી શકાશે નહીં. દરેક વ્યક્તિ સાચી અને સંપૂર્ણ માહિતી આપવા માટે કાયદેસર રીતે બંધાયેલ છે અને માહિતી આપવાનો ઇનકાર કરવા બદલ દંડની જોગવાઈ પણ છે. જનતાને કોઈપણ મૂંઝવણ કે માહિતી માટે ભારત સરકાર દ્વારા જાહેર કરવામાં આવેલા ટોલ-ફ્રી નંબર 1855 અથવા વેબસાઇટ www.censusindia.gov.in પર સંપર્ક કરવા જનગણના કાર્ય નિદેશાલય, ગુજરાત દ્વારા અનુરોધ કરવામાં આવ્યો છે.</p>
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		<title>3 Innocents Killed After Car Falls Into Road Excavation Pit in Kutch; Contractor’s Criminal Negligence</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 10:17:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Bhuj: The recent fatal accident on the Dadhar-Sadhara road in Kutch district, in which three persons lost their lives after a car fell into an</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bhuj: The recent fatal accident on the Dadhar-Sadhara road in Kutch district, in which three persons lost their lives after a car fell into an excavation pit, has raised serious questions over administrative functioning and safety measures at roadwork sites.</p>
<p>Following the incident, the Road and Building Department of the District Panchayat has initiated an inquiry into the matter and begun preparing a detailed report.</p>
<p>According to information received, excavation work was being carried out on the Daddhar-Sadhara road for renovation or related works. However, the contractor allegedly failed to install warning signboards, barricades or caution lights at the site.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Watch | A shocking example of criminal negligence. Literally a death-trap. Three innocent people lost their lives after their vehicle plunged into a deep excavation on a road under construction in rural Kutch. No diversion signs, barriers, warning boards, stop signals or road… <a href="https://t.co/eploYORFCT">pic.twitter.com/eploYORFCT</a></p>
<p>— DeshGujarat (@DeshGujarat) <a href="https://twitter.com/DeshGujarat/status/2054145607250714695?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 12, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>Officials said that due to the absence of any safety arrangements, vehicles travelling at night could not detect the dug-up stretch, causing the car to plunge directly into the pit. Three occupants of the vehicle died in the accident.</p>
<p>Days after the incident, officials from the District Panchayat’s Road and Building Department visited the site for inspection and began collecting details for the inquiry report.</p>
<p>The incident has also triggered criticism over the delay in administrative and police action. Despite allegations of gross negligence and the loss of three lives, no criminal case has yet been registered against the contractor responsible for the work, according to sources. DeshGujarat</p>
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<li>A Swift car crashed into a pit dug for culvert construction on the Sadhara-Dadhar road on Khawda Marg in Kutch.</li>
<li>The excavation site reportedly had no barricades, warning boards, diversion signs or danger indicators.</li>
<li>Two bikes also fell into the same pit after the car accident.</li>
<li>The accident occurred between 7:30 pm and 8 pm on Saturday.</li>
<li>Three people died in the incident, turning the excavation pit into a “death trap.”</li>
<li>Deceased identified as:
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<li>Noorbai Juma Samana (40), resident of Juna Dedhia</li>
<li>Sama Rehana Hakimbhai (20), who died while being shifted to Ahmedabad near Dhrangadhra</li>
<li>Rashid Sumar Kalar (25), resident of Sadhara, who was riding one of the bikes</li>
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<li>Several others sustained injuries and are undergoing treatment.</li>
<li>Injured Amad Ibrahim Sama and Afsin Amad Sama of Madhapar-Junavas are being treated at GK General Hospital in Bhuj.</li>
<li>Another injured biker is undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Bhuj.</li>
<li>Two persons travelling on the second bike were also injured.</li>
<li>The Swift car (GJ-12-BR-6218) was returning from Dedhia after attending a wedding when it plunged into the ditch.</li>
<li>Culvert digging work on the road had reportedly started on Saturday morning.</li>
<li>Local sources claimed there was a heap of soil on one side of the road and thorny acacia bushes placed as makeshift obstruction on the other side.</li>
<li>Khawada police said no formal complaint had been registered in the matter at the time of reporting.</li>
<li>Questions are being raised over the alleged negligence of the contractor and administration.</li>
<li>Possibility of a culpable homicide case being registered against those responsible is being discussed following the tragedy.</li>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:53:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Watch &#124; A video shows the first C-295 Aircraft from Vadodara Facility (FAL-Final assembly line) of Tata Advanced System in advance stage. As per the</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Watch | A video shows the first C-295 Aircraft from Vadodara Facility (FAL-Final assembly line) of Tata Advanced System in advance stage. As per the official position, the first &#8220;Made in India&#8221; C-295 tactical transport aircraft is scheduled to be rolled out in September this year.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Watch | A video shows the first C-295 Aircraft from Vadodara Facility (FAL-Final assembly line) of Tata Advanced System in advance stage. As per the official position, the first &quot;Made in India&quot; C-295 tactical transport aircraft is scheduled to be rolled out in September this… <a href="https://t.co/HvllFFWvpR">pic.twitter.com/HvllFFWvpR</a></p>
<p>&mdash; DeshGujarat (@DeshGujarat) <a href="https://twitter.com/DeshGujarat/status/2054037828498256083?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 12, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:51:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Watch &#124; Viral Video Shows Lioness Hunting in Front of Tourists in Gujarat’s Gir Forest Watch &#124; Viral Video Shows Lioness Hunting in Front of</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Watch | Viral Video Shows Lioness Hunting in Front of Tourists in Gujarat’s Gir Forest</p>
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<p>&mdash; DeshGujarat (@DeshGujarat) <a href="https://twitter.com/DeshGujarat/status/2054117899804315714?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 12, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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		<title>Kids Serve Water to Titodi (Red wattled Lapwing) Bird in Banaskantha</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:50:25 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Watch &#124; Kids care for Titodi bird (Red-wattled Lapwing) as it hatches eggs. A beautiful viral video from Banaskantha in North Gujarat Watch &#124; Kids</p>
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<p>&mdash; DeshGujarat (@DeshGujarat) <a href="https://twitter.com/DeshGujarat/status/2054041576855474413?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 12, 2026</a></p></blockquote>
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		<title>Western Railway Shifts Mumbai Central AC Special Train Terminal from Vatva to Maninagar</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:42:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ahmedabad: Western Railway has changed the terminal station of its popular weekly AC Special trains between Mumbai Central and Maninagar from Vatva to Maninagar station</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ahmedabad:</strong> Western Railway has changed the terminal station of its popular weekly AC Special trains between Mumbai Central and Maninagar from Vatva to Maninagar station for the convenience of passengers.</p>
<p>The decision comes after Western Railway reviewed passenger feedback and operational requirements. Both Train No. 09082 (Maninagar–Mumbai Central AC Superfast Special) and Train <em>No. 09081</em> (Mumbai Central–Maninagar AC Superfast Special) will now originate and terminate at Maninagar station instead of Vatva.</p>
<p>According to the revised schedule, Train No. 09082 will depart from Maninagar every Friday at 22:40 hours and reach Mumbai Central at 07:10 hours the next day. In the return direction, Train No. 09081 will leave Mumbai Central every Thursday at 23:20 hours and arrive at Maninagar at 07:25 hours the following day. The trains will operate between May 15 and May 26, 2026.</p>
<p>Western Railway, headquartered in Mumbai and responsible for rail operations across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and parts of Madhya Pradesh, serves millions of passengers every year. The shift of the terminal to Maninagar — a major station in Ahmedabad with better connectivity and passenger amenities — is expected to make boarding and alighting more convenient for travellers from Ahmedabad and surrounding areas.</p>
<p><strong>Halts and Booking Details</strong></p>
<p>The special trains will halt at Vadodara, Surat, Vapi and Borivali in both directions. Booking for these trains is already open at PRS counters and through the IRCTC website.</p>
<p>This change is likely to benefit a large number of passengers from central and eastern Ahmedabad, as Maninagar station offers superior road connectivity, auto-rickshaw and cab services, and proximity to major residential and commercial areas compared to Vatva. Western Railway frequently introduces such adjustments to enhance passenger experience on the busy Mumbai–Ahmedabad corridor, which sees heavy rush throughout the year.</p>
<p>Passengers are advised to check the latest schedule and book their tickets early as these special services usually witness heavy demand.  <strong>DeshGujarat</strong></p>
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		<title>Gujarat Heatwave Alert: Temperatures to Stay Between 41°C and 45°C for Next 3 Days</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:29:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ahmedabad: Heatwave conditions are set to persist across Gujarat for the next three days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning that maximum temperatures will</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Ahmedabad:</strong> Heatwave conditions are set to persist across Gujarat for the next three days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning that maximum temperatures will remain between 41°C and 45°C in several pockets. According to the IMD’s midday weather bulletin issued on May 12, 2026, dry weather is likely to prevail across the Gujarat region, Saurashtra-Kutch, Diu, Daman, and Dadra &amp; Nagar Haveli until at least May 19. The department forecasts no large change in maximum temperatures during the next three days, followed by a gradual fall of 2-4°C thereafter.</p>
<p>The IMD has issued specific heatwave alerts for numerous districts. For May 12 (Day 1), severe heatwave conditions are very likely at isolated pockets in Surat, while heatwaves will continue in Surendranagar and Kutch (Orange Alert). Yellow alerts for heatwaves are also active for Banaskantha, Patan, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot, Amreli, Dwarka, and Botad. On May 13 and 14 (Days 2 and 3), the alert for severe heat shifts to cover Vadodara, Surendranagar, and Kutch, while heatwave warnings persist for Banaskantha, Patan, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Amreli, Dwarka, and Botad. No heatwave warnings are currently in place for May 15 and 16.</p>
<p>During the past 24 hours, severe heatwave conditions were recorded in Surat, while heatwaves prevailed in Surendranagar, Keshod, Kandla Airport, and Diu. Surendranagar registered the region&#8217;s highest maximum temperature at 45.5°C. Temperatures remained above normal to markedly above normal across parts of South Gujarat and Kutch. For Ahmedabad city and its neighborhood, the weather department has forecast mainly clear skies, with the maximum temperature likely to reach 44°C by Wednesday.</p>
<p>The IMD has advised the public to avoid heat exposure and stay hydrated to prevent heat-related illnesses. Recommended actions include wearing lightweight, light-coloured cotton clothing and covering the head with a cloth, hat, or umbrella. The bulletin suggests drinking sufficient water and using ORS or homemade drinks such as lassi, torani (rice water), lemon water, and buttermilk. Vulnerable groups, including infants, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses, are urged to take extra precautions during this ongoing heatwave spell. <strong>DeshGujarat</strong></p>
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<td colspan="8">Date: 2026-05-12</td>
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<td align="left" width="15%">Station</td>
<td width="10%">Max Temp (<sup>o</sup>C)</td>
<td width="10%">Dep. from Normal</td>
<td width="10%">Min Temp (<sup>o</sup>C)</td>
<td width="10%">Dep. from Normal</td>
<td width="10%">RH at 0830IST</td>
<td width="10%">RH at 1730IST</td>
<td width="10%">Rainfall (mm)</td>
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<td align="left">Ahmedabad</td>
<td>44.3 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.7</td>
<td>29.4</td>
<td>2.3</td>
<td>56</td>
<td>15 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Amreli</td>
<td>44.3 (11/05)</td>
<td>3.5</td>
<td>26.0</td>
<td>0.6</td>
<td>74</td>
<td>13 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Baroda</td>
<td>43.6 (11/05)</td>
<td>3.5</td>
<td>29.2</td>
<td>2.1</td>
<td>40</td>
<td>21 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Bhavnagar</td>
<td>41.9 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.0</td>
<td>28.3</td>
<td>1.5</td>
<td>52</td>
<td>26 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Bhuj</td>
<td>42.0 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.9</td>
<td>25.8</td>
<td>0.3</td>
<td>78</td>
<td>33 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">DAHOD</td>
<td>41.6 (11/05)</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>27.8</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>7 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Daman</td>
<td>38.0 (11/05)</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>27.2</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>74</td>
<td>58 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<tr bgcolor="#FFFFFF">
<td align="left">DANG</td>
<td>41.2 (11/05)</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>25.1</td>
<td>&#8212;</td>
<td>53</td>
<td>23 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Deesa</td>
<td>43.5 (11/05)</td>
<td>3.1</td>
<td>29.4</td>
<td>3.9</td>
<td>68</td>
<td>25 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Diu</td>
<td>38.2 (11/05)</td>
<td>4.7</td>
<td>25.5</td>
<td>1.2</td>
<td>74</td>
<td>47 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Dwarka</td>
<td>32.2 (11/05)</td>
<td>0.4</td>
<td>28.0</td>
<td>0.8</td>
<td>85</td>
<td>77 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<tr bgcolor="#FFFFFF">
<td align="left">Gandhinagar</td>
<td>44.0 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.4</td>
<td>29.0</td>
<td>1.6</td>
<td>56</td>
<td>16 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Kandla</td>
<td>39.3 (11/05)</td>
<td>3.0</td>
<td>26.3</td>
<td>-0.4</td>
<td>76</td>
<td>59 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Naliya</td>
<td>35.5 (11/05)</td>
<td>0.5</td>
<td>26.5</td>
<td>0.3</td>
<td>63</td>
<td>52 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<tr bgcolor="#e0e0e0">
<td align="left">Okha</td>
<td>34.8 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.2</td>
<td>27.0</td>
<td>0.0</td>
<td>80</td>
<td>74 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<tr bgcolor="#FFFFFF">
<td align="left">Porbandar</td>
<td>36.4 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.6</td>
<td>23.6</td>
<td>-2.5</td>
<td>74</td>
<td>60 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Rajkot</td>
<td>43.3 (11/05)</td>
<td>2.5</td>
<td>24.8</td>
<td>-0.7</td>
<td>72</td>
<td>31 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Surat</td>
<td>42.2 (11/05)</td>
<td>6.8</td>
<td>28.2</td>
<td>1.1</td>
<td>76</td>
<td>27 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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<td align="left">Veraval</td>
<td>32.4 (11/05)</td>
<td>-0.5</td>
<td>27.1</td>
<td>0.8</td>
<td>88</td>
<td>81 (11/05)</td>
<td>NIL</td>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 09:21:19 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ગુજરાત સરકાર દ્વારા નર્સોની કાર્યક્ષમતામાં વધારો કરવા અને દર્દીઓને સુપર-સ્પેશિયાલિટી સારવાર પૂરી પાડવાના ઉમદા હેતુથી વિવિધ સ્પેશિયલાઇઝ્ડ નર્સિંગ કોર્સ શરૂ કરવામાં આવ્યા છે. જે રાજ્યની સરકારી નર્સિંગ કોલેજો, મેડિકલ કોલેજો, GMERS અને અમદાવાદ મ્યુનિ. કોર્પો. સંચાલિત મેડિકલ કોલેજો ખાતે એક વર્ષના &#8216;પોસ્ટ બેઝિક ડિપ્લોમા&#8217; કોર્સ ચલાવવામાં આવી રહ્યા છે.</p>
<p>રાજ્યમાં ઉપલબ્ધ સ્પેશિયલાઇઝ્ડ ડિપ્લોમા કોર્સમાં</p>
<p>• ક્રિટિકલ કેર નર્સિંગ (Critical Care Nursing)<br />
• ઇમરજન્સી એન્ડ ડિઝાસ્ટર નર્સિંગ (Emergency &amp; Disaster Nursing)<br />
• નિયોનેટલ નર્સિંગ (Neonatal Nursing &#8211; નવજાત શિશુની સંભાળ)<br />
• કાર્ડિયોલોજી નર્સિંગ (Cardiology Nursing &#8211; હૃદયરોગ)<br />
• ઓન્કોલોજી નર્સિંગ (Oncology Nursing &#8211; કેન્સર સારવાર)<br />
• સાયકિયાટ્રિક નર્સિંગ (Psychiatric Nursing &#8211; માનસિક સ્વાસ્થ્ય)<br />
• ઓર્થો એન્ડ રિહેબિલિટેશન નર્સિંગ (Orthopedic &amp; Rehabilitation)<br />
• બર્ન્સ એન્ડ રિકન્સ્ટ્રક્ટિવ નર્સિંગ (Burns &amp; Reconstructive Nursing) નો સમાવેશ થાય છે.</p>
<p>નર્સ પ્રેક્ટિશનર મિડવીફરી (NPM) કોર્સ અંતર્ગત માતૃ અને શિશુ મૃત્યુદરમાં ઘટાડો કરવાના લક્ષ્ય સાથે રાજ્યની ૬ સરકારી નર્સિંગ કોલેજોમાં GNM/B.Sc. (Nursing) પછીનો ૧૮ માસનો &#8216;ડિપ્લોમા ઇન નર્સ પ્રેક્ટિશનર મિડવીફરી&#8217; કોર્સ શરૂ કરાયો છે, જેમાં હાલ કુલ ૧૨૦ બેઠકો ઉપલબ્ધ છે.</p>
<p>આંતરરાષ્ટ્રીય નર્સ દિવસે આરોગ્ય રાજ્ય મંત્રી પ્રફુલ પાનશેરીયાએ જણાવ્યું હતું કે, રાજ્ય સરકાર ગુજરાતની તમામ નર્સોની નિષ્ઠાપૂર્વકની સેવાઓને બિરદાવે છે. કોરોના કાળ હોય કે કુદરતી આફત, અથવા અન્ય આફતોમાં ગુજરાતની નર્સોએ હંમેશા અગ્રેસર રહીને માનવતાનું ઉત્તમ ઉદાહરણ પૂરું પાડ્યું છે. રાજ્ય સરકારની આ શૈક્ષણિક પહેલથી આગામી સમયમાં નર્સિંગ સ્ટાફ માત્ર સેવક જ નહીં, પરંતુ તબીબી ક્ષેત્રના &#8216;સ્પેશ્યાલિસ્ટ&#8217; તરીકે ઉભરી આવશે તેમ પાનશેરીયાએ વધુમાં ઉમેર્યું હતું.</p>
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		<title>Tribal Hindu Girl Duped into Marriage by Muslim Youth Using Fake Hindu Identity in Valsad; Held Hostage</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 08:53:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Valsad: A shocking case of deceptive marriage, locally termed &#8220;love jihad,&#8221; has surfaced in Valsad, where a Muslim youth allegedly hid his true identity to</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Valsad:</strong> A shocking case of deceptive marriage, locally termed &#8220;love jihad,&#8221; has surfaced in Valsad, where a Muslim youth allegedly hid his true identity to marry an Hindu tribal girl. The truth was only revealed to the victim after the wedding, leading to her being held captive by the youth&#8217;s family.</p>
<h4><strong>Deception via Social Media</strong></h4>
<p>According to the victim&#8217;s account, the deception began online. She received a friend request from a social media ID named &#8220;Jiya Nayka,&#8221; which she accepted, leading to a year-long friendship. After Diwali, the youth took her to his aunt&#8217;s house, introducing himself as a Hindu named &#8220;Ankit,&#8221; specifically claiming to belong to the Dhodia Patel community.</p>
<p>When the girl&#8217;s parents contacted her the next day, it was decided that they would meet to discuss marriage. The youth arrived to discuss the marriage bringing only two other young men with him, avoiding bringing proper elders. He maintained his fake identity as &#8220;Ankit,&#8221; a Dhodia Patel, to her parents as well. Unaware of the truth, the girl was lured into marrying him.</p>
<h4><strong>The Shocking Revelation and Captivity</strong></h4>
<p>The sinister reality of the situation came to light only after the marriage. When the girl finally went to the youth&#8217;s actual home, she discovered that he was not a Hindu, but a Muslim. Following this revelation, the youth&#8217;s family allegedly confiscated her mobile phone and held her hostage inside the house. When she managed to inform her family about the reality, they were left completely shocked.</p>
<h4><strong>Police Inaction and Serious Criminal Allegations</strong></h4>
<p>The incident has sparked outrage among local community leaders and activists, who stepped in to assist the victim&#8217;s family. Representatives stated that they had to wait at the police station since 2 AM to file a formal complaint. They expressed severe frustration with the police administration, noting that a written application regarding the matter had been submitted a month or two ago, but yielded no results or action.</p>
<p>Community representatives demanded strict police action, pointing out that if the strict laws against &#8220;love jihad&#8221; enacted by the Gujarat Home Minister were properly enforced, such incidents would not occur.</p>
<p>Furthermore, activists have leveled severe criminal allegations against the accused youth, who is reportedly from the Atul area. They allege that he is involved in the illegal drug trade and liquor smuggling. Shockingly, they also claim that this is not his first offense, alleging that he has previously trapped, exploited, and impregnated two other girls.</p>
<p>Authorities are now being heavily pressured to take strict and immediate action against the accused. <strong>DeshGujarat</strong></p>
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		<title>Gujarat Gears Up for India&#8217;s First Digital Census 2027: Self-Enumeration Portal Set to Launch May 17</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:47:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Gandhinagar: The Directorate of Census Operations, Gujarat, is officially ramping up preparations for the monumental Census 2027. In a press conference held today at the</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Gandhinagar: </b>The Directorate of Census Operations, Gujarat, is officially ramping up preparations for the monumental Census 2027. In a press conference held today at the Circuit House in Gandhinagar, officials unveiled the roadmap for the upcoming census, which marks a historic shift towards a fully digital enumeration process. Addressing the media, Shri Sujal J Mayatra, Director of Census Operations, emphasized the critical role of this national exercise in shaping future planning and policy-making.</p>
<p><strong>A Two-Phased Rollout</strong> The Census 2027 will be executed in two distinct phases. The first phase, known as the Houselisting and Housing Census (HLO), will be conducted across Gujarat over a 30-day period from June 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026. This initial phase will focus on collecting granular data regarding housing conditions, available amenities, and household assets, serving as a framework for the subsequent population count.</p>
<p>The second phase, Population Enumeration (PE), will take place nationwide from February 9 to February 28, 2027, with the official census reference date set for midnight on March 1, 2027. This phase will gather comprehensive demographic, socio-cultural, and economic data, and will notably include a nationwide Caste Enumeration.</p>
<p><strong>The Groundbreaking Self-Enumeration (SE) Initiative</strong> In a major digital leap, the government has introduced a Self-Enumeration (SE) portal (https://se.census.gov.in), allowing citizens to voluntarily submit their household details online. For residents of Gujarat, this portal will be open from May 17 to May 31, 2026, deliberately scheduled just before the door-to-door HLO field visits commence.</p>
<p>The user-friendly portal is accessible in 16 languages and takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes to complete. By registering with a mobile number, the head of the household can securely fill out the digital questionnaire. Upon successful submission, the system generates a unique 11-digit SE ID starting with the letter &#8216;H&#8217;. Citizens are instructed to save this ID and present it to the census enumerator during the physical field validation visit, a system designed to reduce transcription errors and save time.</p>
<p><strong>Massive Scale and Mobile Integration</strong> The logistical scale of the census in Gujarat is massive. The state encompasses 34 districts, 268 talukas, 197 towns, 17 municipal corporations, and 18,117 villages. To cover every household, the state has deployed over 1.09 lakh enumerators and 18,254 supervisors. Transitioning away from traditional paper forms, these designated officers will collect data using specialized Android and iOS mobile applications equipped with built-in data validation and offline capabilities.</p>
<p><strong>Strict Data Security and Privacy Measures</strong> Addressing potential privacy concerns, officials assured the public that the highest standards of data protection have been implemented. The digital census architecture features end-to-end encryption—securing data on mobile devices, during transmission, and at ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certified data centers. Furthermore, under the strict provisions of the Census Act of 1948, all collected personal information is kept entirely confidential and cannot be used for taxation, legal, or any other purposes outside of census statistics.</p>
<p>Shri Mayatra concluded the briefing by appealing to all citizens to actively participate and provide accurate information, highlighting that public cooperation is the backbone of a successful census. Under the banner of the census mascot &#8220;Pragati&#8221; (Progress), the government is urging citizens to fulfill their responsibility. For any assistance or queries, the public can reach out to the toll-free census helpline at 1855.</p>
<p><strong>The details to be filled up during the Census 2027</strong> are divided into two main phases, each focusing on specific categories of information:</p>
<p><strong>Phase I: Houselisting and Housing Census (HLO)</strong> During the first phase, which can also be filled out by citizens via the Self-Enumeration (SE) portal, the questionnaire focuses on housing conditions, amenities, and assets. The details include:</p>
<p>House and Building Details: The predominant materials used for the floor, wall, and roof of the house. You will also need to specify the actual use of the census house (e.g., residence, shop, school), its current condition (good, livable, or dilapidated), and whether the house is owned or rented.</p>
<p>Household Information: The total number of persons normally residing in the household, the number of dwelling rooms exclusively in possession of the household, and the number of married couples living there. It also collects details about the head of the household, including their name, sex, and whether they belong to an SC, ST, or other category.</p>
<p>Amenities Available: Information regarding the main source and availability of drinking water, the primary source of lighting, and the availability and type of latrine/toilet facilities. Additional details include the wastewater outlet connection, bathing facilities within the premises, availability of a kitchen and LPG/PNG connection, and the main fuel used for cooking.</p>
<p>Assets Possessed: Whether the household owns items like a radio/transistor, television, laptop/computer, telephone/mobile/smartphone, bicycle, scooter/motorcycle, or a car/jeep/van. It also asks if the household has access to the internet.</p>
<p>Additional Details: The main cereal consumed by the household and a mobile number strictly for census-related communications.</p>
<p><strong>Phase II: Population Enumeration (PE)</strong> The second phase involves a more detailed collection of personal and demographic data for each individual. The details include:</p>
<p>Demographics: Age, sex, marital status, relationship to the head of the household, fertility details, and overall household size.</p>
<p>Socio-Cultural Characteristics: Religion, language/mother tongue, and disability status.</p>
<p>Caste Enumeration: Specific details regarding the caste of all individuals nationwide.</p>
<p>Socio-Economic Indicators: Information regarding education levels, economic activities (workers), migration, and place of birth</p>
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		<title>PM Narendra Modi to Visit UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy from May 15</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:25:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a multi-nation official tour from May 15 to 20, visiting the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Sweden,</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a multi-nation official tour from May 15 to 20, visiting the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy, with a focus on strengthening trade, investment, energy cooperation and strategic partnerships with Europe and the Gulf region.</p>
<p>According to an official statement, the first leg of the Prime Minister’s visit will be to the UAE on May 15, where he will hold talks with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The discussions are expected to focus on bilateral cooperation, particularly in the energy sector, along with regional and international issues of mutual interest.</p>
<p>The statement said both sides will also review progress under the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which is based on “strong political, cultural, economic and people-to-people links.” The visit is also expected to promote growing trade and investment ties between the two countries. The UAE currently stands as India’s third-largest trade partner and seventh-largest source of investment over the past 25 years. The welfare of the over 4.5 million Indians living in the UAE will also feature in the discussions.</p>
<p>In the second leg of the tour, Prime Minister Modi will visit the Netherlands from May 15 to 17 at the invitation of Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten. During the visit, Modi will meet King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Jetten.</p>
<p>The visit is aimed at expanding cooperation in sectors including defence, innovation, semiconductors, green hydrogen and water management. The Netherlands is among India’s largest trade destinations in Europe, with bilateral trade valued at USD 27.8 billion in 2024-25, while cumulative Dutch investment in India has reached USD 55.6 billion.</p>
<p>Prime Minister Modi will then travel to Gothenburg, Sweden, from May 17 to 18 at the invitation of Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. The two leaders are expected to review bilateral ties and discuss cooperation in areas such as green transition, artificial intelligence, startups, defence, climate action and emerging technologies.</p>
<p>The statement noted that bilateral trade between India and Sweden has reached USD 7.75 billion in 2025, while Swedish foreign direct investment into India has touched USD 2.825 billion between 2000 and 2025. Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Kristersson will also jointly address the European Round Table for Industry alongside Ursula von der Leyen.</p>
<p>In the fourth leg of the visit, the Prime Minister will travel to Norway from May 18 to 19 for bilateral engagements and the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo. This will be Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to Norway and the first Prime Ministerial visit from India to the Nordic nation in 43 years.</p>
<p>During the visit, Modi will meet King Harald V, Queen Sonja and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. Discussions are expected to focus on trade and investment, clean and green technology, blue economy and implementation of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement.</p>
<p>The official statement said Norway’s Government Pension Fund has invested close to USD 28 billion in the Indian capital market, while bilateral trade between the two countries stood at around USD 2.73 billion in 2024.</p>
<p>The 3rd India-Nordic Summit will be held in Oslo on May 19, where Prime Minister Modi will join the leaders of Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland and Sweden. The summit will focus on technology, innovation, renewable energy, sustainability, defence, space cooperation and Arctic-related issues.</p>
<p>In the final leg of the tour, Prime Minister Modi will visit Italy from May 19 to 20 at the invitation of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. During the visit, he will meet Italian President Sergio Mattarella and hold bilateral talks with Meloni.</p>
<p>The visit comes amid ongoing implementation of the India-Italy Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029, covering sectors such as trade, defence, clean energy, science and technology. Bilateral trade between India and Italy reached USD 16.77 billion in 2025, while cumulative Italian FDI into India stood at USD 3.66 billion.</p>
<p>The government said the Prime Minister’s multi-country visit is expected to “further deepen India’s partnership with Europe across sectors, particularly trade and investment ties in light of the recently concluded India-EU FTA.” DeshGujarat</p>
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