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Surat building collapse death toll rises to 7; FIR against owners, 1 person held
While a woman was rescued soon after the collapse, the body of a man was pulled out on Saturday night, an official earlier said. Rescue teams later pulled out six more bodies from the debris, according to police. Seven bodies have been recovered in the operation that continued through the night, Sachin GIDC police station inspector Jignesh Chaudhari said.
Gujarat building collapse: Death toll rises to 7, many feared trapped as rescue ops continue
The death toll in the Surat building collapse rose to 7 as SDRF & NDRF retrieved bodies from debris on July 07. Rescue operation at the incident site is still underway as 6-7 people are feared to be trapped under rubble. Earlier on July 06, the six-storey bu...
Six-storey residential building collapses in Surat city; rescue operations on
A six-storey residential building collapsed in Pal area of Surat city, trapping at least four to five people under the rubble. A woman has been rescued alive. Search and rescue operation are ongoing with NDRF and SDRF assistance. Officials including Surat district collector Sourabh Pardhi and Police Commissioner Anupam Singh Gehlot confirmed the incident.
Gujarat: Five-floor building collapses in Surat; several feared trapped
Surat Police commissioner Anupam Singh Gahlaut said,“A building collapsed in Pali village which was constructed in 2016-17. One lady was rescued, she was sent to the hospital and according to her 2-3 people are stuck inside. Experts are here and hopefully in the next one or two ...
'Customer' vanishes with rare Rs 4.5 crore diamond after replacing it with lab-grown one
The thief, after checking the diamond, left on the pretext of withdrawing money for the transaction. After he left, the owner's son found out that the thief had replaced the original diamond with a lab-made one.
Nisus Finance invests Rs 155 cr in affordable housing project in Surat
Nisus Finance has invested over Rs 155 crore in a late-stage affordable housing project by Dharmadev Group in Surat, Gujarat. The project is part of a larger layout on a 12-acre land parcel, comprising 4.5 million sq ft. Nisus has invested through its Real Estate Special Opportunities Fund-1 managed by Nisus BCD Advisors LLP.
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'Surat' next major combatant to join the Indian Navy's arsenal
A newly constructed naval ship named 'Surat,' equipped with cutting-edge technology, is set to become the next significant combatant in the Indian Navy's fleet. The Navy shared images of this advanced vessel in a post on X on Monday.
Bandi Sanjay Kumar sworn in as Union Minister: Everything you need to know BJP's firebrand leader
Bandi Sanjay Kumar has been appointed as a Union Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new government. Kumar, who has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Karimnagar constituency since 2019, played a significant role in expanding the BJP's influence in Telangana during his tenure as state party chief. As Kumar takes on his new role, here’s a closer look at his political journey and achievements.
Six civic bodies likely to debut on Bond Street by next month
Nashik, Visakhapatnam, Kanpur, Surat, Varanasi, and Prayagraj are likely to issue municipal bonds by July with a fundraise of Rs 100-300 crore at 7.9-8.3% coupon rate. Municipal bodies have raised nearly Rs 3,000 crore from the bond market in last seven years
Bribe in EMIs! Corrupt Gujarat babus ‘with a heart’ now accepting bribe in installments
Gujarat government officials adopt a disturbing tactic, allowing citizens to pay bribes in installments, easing financial strain. Dubbed 'empathetically corrupt,' this method surfaces amidst reports of hefty bribes demanded, including a Rs 21 lakh demand split into nine EMIs. Cases like these highlight systemic corruption, prompting calls for stringent action. Reports indicate a surge in such incidents, emphasizing the need for immediate intervention.
Titagarh Rail Systems opens innovation engineering centre in Bengaluru
Kolkata-based Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd inaugurated an engineering centre in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The centre focuses on innovation and design for TCMS and advanced propulsion systems.
Lok Sabha election results 2024: Here is step-by-step process of checking poll results on Election Commission's website
ECI Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: The Election Commission releases early trends for the 18th Lok Sabha polls. The NDA, led by BJP, is leading in 227 seats while the INDIA bloc is ahead in 137 seats.
Surat election results 2024: Mukesh Dalal wins Lok Sabha elections unopposed. BJP and NDA open account
Surat election results 2024: In a unique electoral development on 22 April, BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal was declared the uncontested winner of Surat's Lok Sabha seat after Congress nominee Nilesh Kumbhani's nomination was rejected due to signature discrepancies. This led to the withdrawal of all other candidates, maintaining BJP's stronghold in the constituency.
ET Graphic: Final phase of polls concludes with 57 constituencies voting
More than 900 candidates are in the fray, including 95 women. With this phase, voting will be completed in 542 out of 543 seats.
Gujarat HC takes suo motu cognizance of Rajkot game zone fire, calls it man-made disaster
A special bench of the Gujarat High Court took suo motu cognizance of the fire incident at a game zone in Rajkot, calling it a 'man-made disaster' due to lack of necessary approvals for such zones.
Gujarat Police bust terror module planning hits on prominent political leaders, 3 arrested
Gujarat Police arrested a cleric in connection with a plot to assassinate political leaders. The development has lead to the involvement of the National Investigation Agency in the ongoing probe. Another suspect was tracked down using his mobile phone SIM from Nepal. He was operating multiple numbers and email accounts to threaten targets. The third suspect used a Pakistani SIM card provided by his handler.
Gujarat: 7 feared drowned in Narmada River; search ops underway
Seven family members, including minors, feared drowned in Narmada River at Poicha, Gujarat. NDRF, Vadodara fire team search for victims swept away by river current, with no traces found yet. Officials rush to spot after victims swept away. 6BN NDRF unit from Jarod joins search operation. Poicha is a popular summer picnic spot for swimming.
Third Eye: Landing rights, Surat to Indore to Puri Express, Rare displayof bonhomie
Helipad controversies, Congress struggles, candidate dropouts, and unexpected camaraderie. Bonhomie at Bhopal airport as leaders cross party lines. Electoral tensions run high amidst chopper landing disputes and financial setbacks.
Is North Gujarat the key to Congress' revival despite BJP's early lead in State? What you need to know
The 2024 general elections in Gujarat present a political battleground akin to a cricket match between a dominant team and a struggling contender. As the state gears up for this electoral showdown, several key dynamics shape the landscape. From BJP's uncontested victories to Congress's uphill battle, and the entry of AAP into Gujarat's political arena, each aspect adds intrigue to the contest. Let's delve into the intricacies of this electoral spectacle unfolding in the heart of India's western region.
Surat, Indore show BJP-led NDA on course for '400 paar': Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has claimed that the BJP-led NDA is on track to achieve its target of 400+ seats in the Lok Sabha. He highlighted the developments in Surat and Indore, where the BJP candidate Mukesh Dalal was elected unopposed after most others withdrew from contest. In Indore, the Congress candidate came out in support of the BJP, with opposition party nominee Akshay Bam withdrawing his nomination papers and switching sides.
Surat, Indore show people's affection for BJP, says Rajnath Singh
"This time there was a miracle in Lok Sabha elections. The BJP candidate from Surat won unopposed, and the Congress candidate in Indore withdrew his nomination and extended support to the BJP. This shows people's deep affection towards the BJP which is increasing all the time," Singh said.
Very big betrayal: Digvijaya on withdrawal of nomination by Congress candidate from Indore
Digvijaya Singh, a senior Congress leader, expressed disappointment over Akshay Kanti Bam's withdrawal from the Indore Lok Sabha seat contest, calling it "a very big betrayal." Singh clarified that while he had family relations with Bam, the ticket was given by the Congress party. Bam's withdrawal comes as a blow to the Congress in Madhya Pradesh, following a similar incident in Surat, Gujarat, where the BJP won uncontested after the Congress candidate's nomination was rejected and others withdrew.
Gujarat LS polls: BJP's Poonam Maadam richest candidate, BSP contestant poorest with Rs 2k
Maadam, who is seeking re-election from the seat, has seen her declared assets rise from Rs 42.7 crore in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections to Rs 147 crore in 2024, comprising movable assets of Rs 60 crore and immovable properties of Rs 87 crore.
Lok Sabha elections: NRIs hold car rally from Ahmedabad to Surat in support of PM Modi
NRIs show support for BJP and PM Modi in a car rally from Ahmedabad to Surat during Lok Sabha polls. Overseas Indians from various countries demonstrate solidarity with Modi's leadership across the world.
"Surat not first time but 35 candidates...": Hardeep Singh Puri replies to Rahul Gandhi on BJP's first win in Gujarat
Mukesh Dalal's unopposed election in Surat led to criticism from Hardeep Singh Puri towards Rahul Gandhi, highlighting 35 unopposed candidates since independence, with over half from the Congress party.
Salman Khan's firing case: Mumbai Crime Branch recovers second pistol, 4 magazines from Tapi river in Surat
Shooter Vicky Gupta's footprints were found while going from Mumbai to Bhuj in Gujarat, the shooters had thrown the gun and magazine in the Tapi river near Surat.
Residential housing demand and price growth to moderate in FY25: Ind-Ra
The residential real estate sector is projected to maintain stable absorption and prices in FY25, supported by favorable affordability and stable interest rates. Despite the likelihood of a slowdown compared to the high base of FY24, significant growth was recorded in 9MFY24, with sales growth exceeding 25% y-o-y for the top eight real estate clusters. India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has a neutral outlook for FY25, expecting pre-sales growth to moderate to 8%-10% y-o-y. Inventory levels have risen in the premium and luxury segments, with a 5% expected growth in property prices for FY25.
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