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China’s decision to halt the release of data concerning its surging youth unemployment rate has raised further concerns about the country’s increased control over sensitive information. This move, particularly when the data portrays the nation’s economy in a negative light, highlights a trend of heightened restrictions on information dissemination. The unemployment rate among those aged […]
The marquee clash between India and Pakistan in the 2023 50-overs World Cup was scheduled for October 15 in Ahmedabad. However, the match might get a new date owing to the Navratri festival. According to India Today, the BCCI has been asked to change the itinerary in view of security concerns. A change at this […]
It’s natural to get misled by the smooth SG Highway. If you’re on the wheel adventurously zipping past other vehicles there, you are endangering your life. It’s the most accident-prone stretch in Ahmedabad. The City Road Safety Committee had warned that the highway has nine of the 97 most accident-prone spots. In March last year, […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a funky catchword pepping up the digital micro space. It has become a powerful tool for innovation. Young people across the world are using it to create solutions for real-world problems. From healthcare to education, AI is being used to improve lives. An AI-powered chatbot created by a […]
It’s undeniable that Gujarat is rapidly asserting itself as a number one state for development projects and investments. The Vedanta-Foxconn chip project may have ended abruptly but the state continues to enjoy a bonanza season in mega projects. The latest is the Suzlon group, an acclaimed renewable energy solutions provider, bagging an order for a […]
In a significant development, the top Court extended the interim protection granted to activist Teesta Setalvad on Wednesday. Setalvad stands accused of fabricating evidence to implicate high government functionaries in relation to the 2002 Gujarat riots. The court also scheduled a hearing for her appeal challenging the Gujarat High Court’s decision to deny her bail. […]
Adani Enterprises, the leading company of the conglomerate, encountered an initial decline of approximately 9 per cent during early trade, although it managed to recover some of its losses by noon. Most other stocks within the Adani Group also experienced setbacks, with losses ranging from 2 to 6 percent. While the request for information from […]
Nita Ambani, the Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, has been actively involved in the promotion of Indian art and culture for many years. Recently, at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai, artists Ramji and Mohammed Haroon showcased the exquisite art of Banarasi weaving. The SWADESH exhibition, organized by Reliance Foundation, provides a […]
Authorities in Gujarat have undertaken a massive evacuation effort, relocating 50,000 individuals from coastal areas to temporary shelters in anticipation of the impending landfall of the powerful cyclone ‘Biparjoy’ near Jakhau port in the Kutch district. The Meteorological Department has reported heavy rainfall and strong winds in parts of the Saurashtra-Kutch region as the cyclone […]
The secretary of information technology (IT) in Gujarat issued an important order directing Vodafone Idea Ltd to pay a penalty of Rs. 20 lakh lost by its customer due to a fraudulent SIM switching. Vijay Nehra, the IT secretary and the AO for cyber fraud cases under the IT Act, wrote in an order last […]
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Sunday that the root cause of the tragic three-train crash in Balasore district, Odisha, has been identified. He stated that the affected tracks will be restored for normal services by Wednesday. Vaishnaw revealed that the issue stemmed from a problem with the point machine and electronic interlocking systems. While […]
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are the living examples of the Bhagavad Gita philosophy of karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana. Dhoni and CSK have given this philosophy the English name called ‘process’. Just like the Bhagavad that advises people to simply carry on with their tasks and not worry about rewards/results, […]
The Reserve Bank of India will withdraw Rs 2,000 currency notes from circulation. The notes will continue to be legal tender till September 30, read an RBI statement. The RBI has asked banks to provide deposit and/or exchange facilities for Rs 2,000 notes until September 30, 2023. RBI has asked banks to stop issuing Rs […]
The All India Congress Committee’s (AICC) General Secretary in charge of Karnataka, Randeep Singh Surjewala, announced on Sunday that Latha Mallikarjun, who won as an independent candidate from the Harapanahalli Assembly segment, has extended her unconditional support to the Congress party in the state. Latha Mallikarjun, daughter of late M P Prakash, a veteran leader […]
The state of Karnataka in India is gearing up for a significant political showdown as the voting for 224 assembly constituencies began at 7 am and will continue until 6 pm. Around 5,31,33,054 eligible voters can cast their ballots in 58,545 polling stations across the state. The major political parties in contention are the BJP, […]
Air India may hire GoFirst cabin and cockpit crew as part of its mega expansion plans. This comes after the news of Go First going into bankruptcy, leaving many employees uncertain about their future. Air India has recently placed a significant order for approximately 500 aircraft, which will require a significant increase in crew members. […]
Geoffrey Hinton, a renowned artificial intelligence pioneer, who worked at Google for over a decade and became one of the most respected voices in the field, has now quit his job at Google to freely speak out about the risks of AI. He has officially joined the growing number of critics who say the tech […]
Commonwealth Games gold medallist Nitu Ghanghas (48kg) added a World Championship title to her name by winning over Mongolia’s Lutsaikhan Altansetseg at the marquee tournament in Delhi on Saturday. The Indian put up a stupendous performance to see off Altansetseg 5-0 and claim the title for the minimum weight category in front of a packed […]
In the last two years, Gujarat has seen a 160% increase in startup registrations. In the year 2020, the state recognised 873 companies as startups; by 2022, the number had increased to 2,276 companies. At the national level, the number of startups recognised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) increased […]
Adani Group has suspended work on a ₹34,900 crore petrochemical project at Mundra in Gujarat as it focuses on resources to consolidate operations and address investor concerns following a damning report by a US-based short seller. The group’s flagship Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL), had in 2021, incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary, Mundra Petrochem Ltd for setting […]
