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Good news for talented students from OBC, EBC, and DNT communities in Gujarat! The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched a scholarship scheme offering financial support of up to Rs 75,000 per year for students in classes 9 and 10, and Rs 1.25 lakh per year for those in classes 11 and 12. […]
Viraj Modi, an Amdavadi boy, has made Gujarat proud by being the state’s only candidate to score a perfect 100 percentile in the Common Admission Test (CAT)-2023. This achievement places him among the elite group of 14 candidates across India who have attained this feat. Viraj, an alumnus of Nirma Vidyavihar, is currently pursuing a […]
As the year draws to a close, the city of Ahmedabad is alive with the vibrant colors and sounds of the Kankaria Carnival. The carnival, which runs until December 31, has become a major attraction for locals and tourists alike, offering a rich tapestry of cultural programs. One of the main attractions of the carnival […]
Amid all the brouhaha surrounding the lifting of liquor prohibition in Gandhinagar’s GIFT City, the Gujarat prohibition department has rolled out a set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) detailing the relaxation and the riders that accompany the leeway. A crucial aspect of the SOP is that permits valid elsewhere in the state are not applicable […]
A shocking incident has emerged from the Aarti Society in the Ghatlodia area of Ahmedabad. A few days ago, some residents of the society were reported to have severely beaten a dog, inflicting serious injuries to its jaw, teeth, and tongue. The Ghatlodia police have since registered a case against these residents. Deepaben Joshi, a […]
Gandhinagar, December 26, 2023: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the 175th Vidya Gyan Parv at Gujarat Vidhya Sabha in Ahmedabad. During the event, he highlighted the significance of the Gujarati language and affirmed the government’s commitment to promoting it. The Chief Minister praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and emphasized India’s growing global influence under […]
Afcons Infrastructure has reached a major milestone in Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2 with the successful launch of the final precast box segment for the Sabarmati River Bridge. This crucial element of Package C1 connects Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) to Gujarat International Finance Tech City (GIFT City). The newly launched bridge measures approximately 810 meters […]
In a move that’s sent ripples through Gujarat, the state government’s decision to permit alcohol consumption in Gandhinagar’s Gift City has ignited a surge in demand for the exclusive business district. The past 48 hours have seen a staggering 107 new club memberships purchased, translating to a massive Rs 7.49 crore inflow for the clubs. […]
The Gujarat Anti-Terror Squad (ATS) busted a fake telephone exchange in Surat’s Mahidhar Pura area and nabbed two individuals in relation to the case. The ATS had a tip off that some people were operating a telephone exchange. In a joint operation with the Surat city crime branch, the ATS sleuths raided the place, and […]
The Gujarat government’s decision to allow alcohol consumption in Gandhinagar Gift City has left many citizens with questions about who can drink, where it’s permitted, and the rules surrounding this new policy. we have compiled a comprehensive list of potential regulations addressing these concerns, providing some clarity for those interested in accessing and enjoying alcohol […]
In a much-anticipated event, the Ahmedabad Kankaria Carnival 2023 is gearing up to paint the city with vibrant colors and joy. The festivities are scheduled to kick off on December 25 at the iconic Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad City, Gujarat, promising a significant boost to the state’s tourism sector. Since its renovation in 2008, the […]
A tragic bus accident rocked Surat, Gujarat, on the night of December 23, leaving one person dead and eight others injured. Commissioner Shalini Agarwal of the Surat Municipal Corporation confirmed the details, stating that while nine individuals were initially hurt in the collision, one succumbed to their injuries. The eight injured are receiving treatment at […]
Gandhinagar, Gujarat: A routine walk through a farm near Gandhinagar took a shocking turn for a 19-year-old woman when what she mistook for a stray piece of gravel lodged in her ankle turned out to be a bullet. Roshni Thakor, a first-year BA student from Vadodara village, felt a sudden and sharp pain in her […]
A young life was tragically cut short on Saturday as 18-year-old Priyansh Modi, a first-year IT student at Silver Oak College in Sola, lost his life in an auto rickshaw accident. The incident occurred near Croma on the busy SG Highway at around noon. Priyansh, along with his friends Manish Chaudhari and Nirav Virani, were […]
The ruling BJP in Gujarat has come in for strong criticism from opposition parties like the Congress and AAP for allowing liquor sale and consumption in GIFT CIty, Gandhinagar. They have called the decision a step to backdoor removal of prohibition in the state. The state government announced a new policy in a radical departure […]
The Gujarat government has launched a supplementary textbook on the ‘Bhagavad Gita’ for classes 6 to 8 from the next academic year to foster a connection between students and India’s cultural heritage. Minister of State for Education, Praful Pansheriya, said the State Education Department has decided to include the spiritual principles and values from the […]
The Gujarat government has given its nod to the consumption of alcohol at hotels, restaurants and clubs offering “wine and dine” service in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) in Gandhinagar. All individuals employed in dry state Gujarat’s GIFT City and authorised visitors will be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages within the designated area.However, as […]
The weather in Gujarat has taken a turn for the unusual, with unseasonal rain predicted for parts of the state over the next few days. This comes as a surprise, as the winter months are typically dry in Gujarat. The village of Kalyanpur Panthak in Dwarka has already seen some unseasonal rain, accompanied by thunder. […]
A land broker in Ahmedabad woke up to a nightmare Wednesday evening, finding his home ransacked and valuables worth Rs 24 lakh missing. Mahesh Modi, 56, returned from a Mumbai trip to discover burglars had cut through the first-floor grille, gaining entry and making off with a hefty loot. Details from Mahesh paint a picture […]
Gujarat is making waves in the national startup scene, securing the coveted fifth spot in the list of states with the most recognized startups. According to data revealed by the Lok Sabha, the state boasts a thriving ecosystem of 2,263 recognized startups in 2022, marking a remarkable 167% increase from just 847 in 2020. This […]
