Events

Discover upcoming events, festivals, public programs, and important local happenings in Ahmedabad and nearby regions.

Surat Police Detain CJP Supporters During Protest in Vesu and Collectorate Over NEET Paper Leak and Sansad Chalo Campaign

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Surat Police personnel escorting protesters during a peaceful NEET 2026 paper leak demonstration near Luthra Circle in the Vesu area of Surat, Gujarat, with a large crowd holding protest placards, police barricades, media photographers, police vehicles, and the urban VIP Road streetscape visible under bright daylight.

Surat witnessed significant protest activity on July 22, 2026, as supporters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) took to the streets in multiple locations across the city. The demonstrations were organized as part of a coordinated campaign supporting the party’s nationwide “Sansad Chalo” march in New Delhi. The protests were aimed at demanding accountability over … Read more

Raksha Bandhan 2026: Date, Muhurat, Bank Holidays & Gift Guide (August 28)

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Traditional Raksha Bandhan 2026 celebration inside an Indian home showing a sister in a vibrant saree applying roli and chawal tilak on her brother's forehead, performing aarti with a brass diya, tying a colorful Rakhi on his right wrist, feeding him kheer and ladoo, while the brother presents a gift box and envelope, with a decorative puja thali, marigold flowers, rangoli, festive lights, and authentic Indian family celebrations.

Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be officially celebrated on Friday, August 28, 2026. The festival celebrates the special bond between brothers and sisters, marked by the tying of the sacred Rakhi, prayers for protection, exchanging gifts, and strengthening family relationships. According to the available information, Raksha Bandhan 2026 is considered highly auspicious because the inauspicious Bhadra … Read more

Krishna Janmashtami 2026: Date, Puja Muhurat, Vrat Rules, Dahi Handi and Holiday Details

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Krishna Janmashtami 2026 celebration inside an Indian home temple showing Laddu Gopal dressed in a yellow outfit with a peacock feather crown, miniature jewellery and flute, as a priest performs Panchamrit Abhishekam with milk, curd, honey, ghee and sugar while family members in traditional attire pray before a decorated wooden Jhula, brass diyas, marigold flowers, Tulsi leaves, fruits, incense and festive offerings during the sacred Nishita Kaal midnight celebration.

Krishna Janmashtami, the sacred festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna, will be observed in 2026 on different dates according to tradition. As per the available information, Smarta tradition (household devotees) will celebrate Krishna Janmashtami on Friday, September 4, 2026, while the Vaishnava tradition and ISKCON temples will observe the festival on Saturday, September 5, … Read more

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: Festival Dates, Muhurat, Visarjan Schedule, Fasting Rules and Public Holiday Details

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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 celebration inside an Indian home featuring an eco-friendly Lord Ganesha idol on a floral altar, family members in traditional attire performing Madhyahna Pooja with folded hands, modaks, fruits, coconuts, diyas, incense, flowers, kalash, marigold decorations, rangoli, and a warm spiritual atmosphere.

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 will be celebrated from Monday, September 14, to Friday, September 25, 2026. The festival begins with Ganesh Sthapana during the Madhyahna Muhurat (11:02 AM to 1:31 PM) and concludes with Anant Chaturdashi Visarjan. Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed deity, is worshipped first before any auspicious beginning. This 10-day festival is observed with … Read more

Sonam Wangchuk Hospitalized at Safdarjung After Detention; CJP Announces New Protest, Hunger Strike, and March to Parliament

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Sonam Wangchuk resting during a hunger strike at a protest site in New Delhi, surrounded by supporters and a medical professional as they discuss his health condition inside a peaceful protest camp.

New Delhi, July 18, 2026: Activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcefully removed from Jantar Mantar by the Delhi Police early on Saturday morning, July 18, 2026, and shifted to Safdarjung Hospital. The action came on the 21st day of his indefinite hunger strike, which he was observing in support of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest … Read more

Star Air Surat to Mundra Flight Service 2026: Schedule, Timings, Baggage Rules, Travel Guide

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Star Air Embraer regional jet parked at Surat International Airport with passengers boarding for the inaugural Surat to Mundra flight under clear blue skies beside the modern airport terminal.

Travellers in Gujarat now have a faster and more convenient way to travel between Surat and Mundra. Star Air officially launched its commercial flight service connecting Surat and Mundra on June 23, 2026, making Mundra a new destination on India’s commercial aviation network. The inaugural flight departed from Surat Airport (STV) and received a traditional … Read more

SVNIT Surat PhD Admission 2026: Eligibility, Dates, Selection Process, Application Guide

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Students walk towards the SVNIT Surat entrance gate for PhD admissions.

Students planning to pursue doctoral research at SVNIT Surat can now prepare for the PhD Admission 2026 process with confidence. The admission procedure is conducted completely through an online application system followed by department-level evaluation, document verification, written examination, interview, and final merit list. SVNIT Surat offers admission to its doctoral programmes through a structured … Read more

CGC India 2026 at Navi Mumbai: Date, Venue, Registration, Entry Pass, Event Highlights and Visitor Guide

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CGC India 2026 attendees participate in a mobile repair workshop.

The CGC India 2026 event, officially known as the Circuit Global Championship x FIXCON India, is scheduled to take place on 8 August and 9 August 2026 at the CIDCO Exhibition and Convention Centre in Vashi, Navi Mumbai. Recognised as one of the world’s largest mobile device repair competitions and technology expos, the event is … Read more

How to Check EPF Eligible Withdrawal Amount Without Passbook 2026 Guide

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EPF eligible withdrawal amount displayed on a laptop screen, showing UAN, Member ID, and balance.

Many Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) members are currently unable to view their PF balance or passbook on the EPFO portal due to temporary maintenance or portal migration. If you’re facing the same issue, there’s no need to worry. Even when the passbook service is unavailable, you can still check your eligible EPF withdrawal amount through … Read more

Bank Holidays in July 2026: Complete List of Bank Closed Dates and Banking Services Available

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Bank holiday notice on closed branch door with people waiting

Banks across India will observe a total of 12 holiday days in July 2026, including weekly holidays and state specific festivals. While bank branches will remain closed on designated holidays, most digital banking services such as UPI, NEFT, RTGS, Net Banking, Mobile Banking and ATMs will continue to operate throughout the month. Customers planning important … Read more