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Indian IT giant Wipro has joined forces with Intel Foundry to push the boundaries of chip design and manufacturing, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). This strategic collaboration aims to address the booming demand for AI chips, fueling the development of next-generation products. “As a key design services and alliance partner, Wipro will […]
Many officers are in a state of uncertainty due to the absence of a regular president for the IPS association since DGP Ajay Tomar’s retirement on January 31. This situation is particularly concerning as three politically sensitive districts—Ahmedabad, Mehsana, and Anand—along with Surat Range and Surat city, are being managed by in-charge officers. Senior […]
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is gearing up to auction 10 plots in the city, with a total base rate of Rs 901.45 crore, before the model code of conduct for the general election comes into effect. The plots include the largest one ever put up for auction by the AMC, measuring 66,000 square metres, with a […]
The Gujarat State Goods and Services Tax Department (SGST) officials arrested 14 people in Bhavnagar for their alleged involvement in the Aadhaar-GST scam in the state. These arrested accused are among the 20 offenders against whom SGST officials have invoked the Gujarat Control of Terrorism and Organised Crime Act (GujCTOC). These accused have reportedly also […]
India’s ambitious Gaganyaan mission, aiming to send humans into space, received a major boost on Wednesday. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced the successful human rating of its CE20 cryogenic engine, a crucial component of the launch vehicle. “This is a significant milestone,” ISRO said in a statement. “The final test was conducted at […]
Congratulations to Shah Rukh Khan for winning the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024 for the Best Actor category for his impressive performance in Jawan123. He had not received the award in a long time and seemed as if he would not get it again4. He graciously accepted the award and said that he […]
Just before implementation of model code of conduct for the general election, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is in a hurry to auction ten plots in the city, with a cumulative base rate of Rs 901.45 crore. Of the 10 plots proposed to be auctioned, eight are designated for commercial purposes. These commercial plots […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and launch different projects worth over Rs 48,000 crore in Gujarat on February 22. He will also initiate work commencement of multiple development projects, according to a PMO statement on Wednesday. The Prime Minister will reach Ahmedabad in the forenoon and will participate in the Golden Jubilee celebration of […]
At least 16 villages across five districts in Gujarat have been officially designated as smart villages. This transformative step, undertaken as part of the Smart Village Incentive Scheme, underscores the government’s commitment to harnessing technology and innovation to uplift rural communities. Under the purview of this scheme, six villages in Rajkot district, five in Junagadh, […]
With Ahmedabad developers eagerly anticipating the launch of new schemes in both residential and commercial sectors in the city, a substantial growth in the realty sector in coming quarters is expected. A burgeoning realty boom is on the horizon of Ahmedabad, especailly following the unchanged repo rate by the RBI. Frank-NAREDCO Real Estate Sentiment Index […]
Cancer has a cascading effect not only on the mind and body but also on our livelihood. According to one of the earliest studies conducted at Gujarat Cancer Research Institute (GCRI), patients with head and neck tumours often lose one-third of their earning potential. For instance, the condition takes an enormous toll on their speech […]
For years now, Lodrani village has intrigued us. Located 51 kilometres from the Dholavira World Heritage site in Kutch, the village was marked as a secret trove of gold. Naturally, it attracted curious – and, on a lighter note, greedy – people eager to find whether their gold expeditions from Dholavira would fetch rewards. Five […]
Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma have joyfully announced the arrival of their second child, a baby boy named Akaay, born on February 15. The couple, who are already parents to a daughter named Vamika, shared the news on Tuesday, February 20. In a heartfelt statement released on the couple’s Instagram, […]
Akasa Air, a leading airline in India, announced today that it has adopted DigiYatra’s facial recognition system across nine major airports in the country, including Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The DigiYatra service, a fully biometric-based self-boarding solution, is designed to provide passengers with a hassle-free travel experience. Before entering the terminal, travellers can register their ID […]
Water and iPhones are a notorious bad mix, and desperate times often lead to desperate measures like the age-old “rice bag” trick. But Apple has put a definitive end to this myth, urging users to ditch the rice and adopt safer methods to revive their water-logged devices. According to Apple’s support documents, highlighted in a […]
Elon Musk, known for his audacious innovations, announced a significant development involving Neuralink, his brain-computer interface (BCI) company. He claims that the first human implanted with Neuralink’s chip has recovered fully and can control a computer mouse using only their thoughts. “The patient seems to have made a full recovery, with no ill effects that […]
The Gujarat High Court, presided over by Justice Vaibhavi D Nanavati, passed an interim order on Tuesday directing the Ahmedabad bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) to permit the use of electronic devices such as mobile phones, laptops, tablets, and notebooks during hearings and proceedings. The court was hearing a writ petition filed […]
Reports are circulating that Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, married to actor Ranveer Singh for over five years, is expecting her first child. A recent report by The Week suggests that Padukone is in her second trimester and preparing for motherhood. However, the couple has yet to confirm these claims. Interestingly, this news follows reports that […]
Renowned film and television actor Rituraj Singh, aged 59, succumbed to a cardiac arrest. As per the media reports, Singh had been grappling with pancreatic issues for a while, leading to his recent hospitalisation, where he suffered a cardiac arrest. The news of his demise sent shockwaves through the industry, with friends, family, and fans […]
The CEO of Gujarat University earns a monthly salary of Rs 5 lakh, which is more than the varsity vice-chancellor. The CEO of the Startup Center-Incubation Center (GURSAC-Gujarat University Startup and Entrepreneurship Council) at Gujarat University was appointed two months ago for a two-year term. The officer is given Rs 60 lakh in annual salary. […]
