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Gujaratis readily embrace Muslim-origin jalebi as part of Dussehra, yet hesitate when a Muslim joins our garba dance. Deepal Trivedi delves into the duality of this approach. Recently on Dussehra, we did what most Gujaratis do. We had fafda jalebi along with kacha papaya no sambharo, kadhi chutney and some fried green chillies. Like Navratri, […]
In a development that has sparked debate, the Gujarat government has suspended distribution of its prestigious annual Diwali magazine after the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) objected to a published poem. The VHP alleges that the poem, written by veteran journalist and poet Aziz Tankarvi and featured in Gujarat,the state’s Diwali keepsake magazine edition, contains references […]
The search for a 10-year-old visually impaired girl who fell into an open drainage line near Ahmedabad’s Pirana Dumping Yard has continued for more than 80 hours, with rescue teams still unable to locate her. The operation has become increasingly difficult as rescuers face toxic methane gas, thick sludge and a steady flow of industrial […]
If not in Gujarat, at least in Paris, women have been served justice after the influential Gujarat-based Swaminarayan sect allegedly discriminated against female employees of the Eiffel Tower by asking the company operating it to make women employees invisible when the saints visited the iconic monument recently. The Swaminarayan sect, one of Gujarat’s richest and […]
The devastating earthquake that recently struck Venezuela has renewed focus on earthquake preparedness across several seismically active regions, including Gujarat, which witnessed one of India’s deadliest earthquakes in Bhuj in 2001. A new scientific study has now offered a more detailed assessment of the state’s seismic hazards, confirming that while Kutch remains the most earthquake-prone […]
As Jio Platforms moves closer to what could become one of India’s largest stock market debuts, a little-known telecom entrepreneur is poised to emerge as one of the biggest winners from the listing. Mahendra Nahata, the founder of telecom equipment maker HFCL and a key figure in Reliance’s entry into the telecom sector more than […]
Curacao is a small island located in the Caribbean. Curaçao, a Dutch Caribbean island, is known for its beaches tucked into coves and its expansive coral reefs rich with marine life. The capital, Willemstad, has pastel-coloured colonial architecture, the floating Queen Emma Bridge, and the sand-floored 17th-century Mikvé Israel-Emanuel Synagogue. It’s also a gateway to […]
Moscow witnessed one of the largest Ukrainian drone attacks since the start of the full-scale war, with nearly 200 drones launched towards the Russian capital. The attack caused fires, damaged key infrastructure, disrupted air travel and left residents alarmed as thick black smoke rose over parts of the city. One of the main targets was […]
The Gujarat government is considering giving major incentives to industries that shift their operations from city areas to locations outside city limits. Under the newly announced THRIVE (Transition for Harmonized Relocation and Inclusive Vibrant Economy) scheme, industries located within municipal corporation areas will be encouraged to relocate outside cities through various benefits. One of the […]
The Gujarat High Court on Monday gave former India cricketer and Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan four weeks to pursue his claim for a land allotment under a Gujarat Government policy meant for international cricketers. At the same time, the court orally warned that any further delay could increase the amount of damages he may […]
On the first anniversary of the tragic Air India Flight AI-171 crash, the Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) raised serious concerns about the investigation into the accident. The pilots’ body questioned whether the investigation team has enough experts with experience on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, the aircraft involved in the crash. The organisation also urged […]
Rajesh Exports said it will fully cooperate with the fresh forensic audit ordered by SEBI and has no plans to challenge the regulator’s interim order, even as it disputes allegations of non-cooperation during the investigation. SEBI has flagged Bengalaru based gold jewellery firm Rajesh Exports Ltd (REL) for revenue inflation of over 15.15 lac crore […]
A fresh controversy over caste certificates has surfaced in Gujarat after youth leader Yuvrajsinh Jadeja alleged that two real brothers from the same family in Vasundhara village of Wankaner received benefits under two different reservation categories. According to him, one brother secured a government job under the SEBC (OBC) category, while the other allegedly obtained […]
Adani Solar, the solar manufacturing arm of Adani New Industries Ltd (ANIL), ranked sixth in Wood Mackenzie’s Global Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Module Manufacturer Rankings 2026, making it the highest-ranked Indian company in the annual assessment. The company improved from eighth place in the previous ranking and is the only Indian manufacturer to feature in the […]
A federal judge in Boston has ruled that the $100,000 fee introduced by US President Donald Trump for certain new H-1B visas is unlawful, saying it amounted to a tax that was never approved by Congress. The decision was issued on Monday by US District Judge Leo Sorokin in a case brought by 20 Democratic […]
The two wheeler vehicle, the Silence and the DNA Test: The Tragic Final Story of Filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala Ahmedabad’s devastating Air India AI-171 crash on June 12, 2025, claimed 260 lives and left behind countless shattered families. Among those killed was 34-year-old Gujarati filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala, a man whose death would leave his loved ones […]
The BJP is apt at delivering master strokes, as likes it to say. But sometimes the BJP forewarns. One instance was then BJP president J.P. Nadda declaring in 2023 that regional parties rooted in dynastic rule and corruption were “destined to be wiped out”. It is now apparent he simply conveying a message his party […]
For nearly thirty years, Rajesh Exports represented Indian entrepreneurial ambition. The success story and humility of Rajesh and Prashanth Mehta inspired countless Gujarati entrepreneurs—proving that a small family jewellery “dhanda” could become a global gold empire. Their 2015 acquisition of Swiss gold giant Valcambi SA made headlines worldwide and put them among India’s top business […]
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, one of India’s fastest-growing airports, has strengthened its aviation infrastructure by operationalising its new Aviation Fuel Station (AFS). Ahmedabad Open Access is the country’s largest standalone refueller-based Into-Plane operation, and the commissioning of this 8,000 KL facility will significantly strengthen overall operations. The enhanced storage capacity will improve refuelling reliability […]
The Pipavav port case and the Supreme Court’s remarks reveal how Gujarat and India handle dissent regarding development projects. Chief Justice Surya Kant recently declared in open court that if enviornmentalists ever welcomed a project indicating that they always have objections. This dismissive comment was disheartening and reportedly undermined environmental public interest cases before arguments […]
