This clinic in Ahmedabad dispenses medicine, books and a lifelong dose of service

Dr Vineet Parikh has dedicated forty years to treating patients in Ahmedabad. For thirty of those years, his clinic has also housed a thriving public library. He and his wife Chetna are recognized as India’s first couple with over one hundred blood donations each. Their children also actively participate in blood donation and awareness programs. This family’s commitment extends to promoting reading and saving lives through their actions.

Gujarat battles rain fury: 35 deaths reported in 2 days; over 7,000 rescued from flood-hit districts

Gujarat flood deaths have risen to 35 over the past two days. Authorities are now assessing damage and beginning post-flood clean-up operations. Over 7,000 people were rescued and 42,000 residents moved to safer locations. Valsad and Navsari districts reported the majority of fatalities and rescue efforts. Heavy rainfall continued in some parts of Gujarat, prompting further alerts.