Articles tagged under: Rajkot Police

Indiscriminate Firing Between Rival Gangs in Rajkot, 3 Detained

October 30, 2025

Rajkot: In yet another violent incident highlighting the growing lawlessness in the city, an indiscriminate firing took place late Tuesday night between two rival groups — the Penda gang of Punitnagar and the Murgha gang of Jungleshwar — on Mangala Road. The firing, which continued for several minutes, left residents in panic. Police recovered around half a dozen used cartridges from the scene and detained three suspects for interrogation. According to police sources, the confrontation oc...Read More

Heavy vehicles banned in Rajkot city; light goods vehicles also face restrictions

July 27, 2025
Heavy vehicles banned in Rajkot city; light goods vehicles also face restrictions

Rajkot: The city police on Saturday announced new traffic restrictions, banning the entry of heavy vehicles in the city area to ease congestion and improve road safety. The restrictions, which include different timings for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and light goods vehicles (LGVs), will remain in force daily, limiting movement during peak hours and on busy stretches within the municipal limits. As per the notification from the police, in the Rajkot Municipal Corporation area, the entry of heav...Read More

Ruckus at mass marriage event in Rajkot as organizers disappear; police step in to complete ceremonies

February 22, 2025
Ruckus at mass marriage event in Rajkot as organizers disappear; police step in to complete ceremonies

Rajkot: A shocking incident unfolded in Rajkot today as the organizers of a mass wedding event involving 28 couples went missing before the event, leaving the guests and families of the couples in a state of panic. Several brides were seen in tears as some grooms began leaving the venue. As tensions escalated, the Rajkot police intervened with a humanitarian approach, taking responsibility for ensuring that the marriage ceremonies get completed. As per details, the mass marriage was organize...Read More