Gujarat
In Gujarat's Rajkot, three young migrant workers were taking a group selfie near railway tracks with the Vande Bharat train when they were struck, killing two and severely injuring one. The incident occurred on February 2, 2026. Police have warned against selfies near tracks.
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The National Crime Records Bureau's latest report reveals that Gujarat recorded 75 custodial deaths between 2019 and 2023, placing it among the top states for such incidents. Maharashtra and Gujarat together accounted for nearly half of the 62 custodial deaths in India in 2023. Most deaths were attributed to illness or suicide, with few linked to direct police action.
In Gujarat's Rajkot, a son killed his father in a fit of rage over his alcohol addiction. The incident occurred on Saturday when an argument escalated into a violent assault. Police have taken the son into custody.
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Gujarat Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary was re-elected as chairman of Banas Dairy on Sunday. The board unanimously chose him for a third consecutive term. Bhavabhai Rabari was also re-elected as vice chairman.