Discover upcoming events, festivals, public programs, and important local happenings in Ahmedabad and nearby regions.
The Gujarat Titans camp faced a tense moment shortly after the conclusion of the IPL 2026 Final when the team bus reportedly suffered an electrical short circuit that triggered a minor fire and filled parts of the vehicle with smoke. The incident occurred in Ahmedabad on Sunday night as the franchise was returning to its … Read more
The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) continues to be one of India most trusted and secure long term savings schemes designed specifically for the financial future of girl children. Launched under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative, the scheme aims to help parents and legal guardians build a dedicated financial corpus for their daughter higher education … Read more
The Gir forest landscape in Gujarat has been placed on high alert after the sudden deaths of eight Asiatic lions, most of them young cubs, within a short period in late May 2026. Wildlife authorities suspect a dangerous tick borne parasitic infection as the primary cause behind the deaths, prompting emergency containment measures across one … Read more
An under construction bridge over the Betwa River in Uttar Pradesh Hamirpur district collapsed during a severe midnight storm on the intervening night of May 28 and May 29, 2026, resulting in a major tragedy that claimed six lives and left three others injured. The incident occurred amid heavy rainfall and strong winds that battered … Read more
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has emerged as one of the most talked about online movements in India during 2026. What began as a satirical internet campaign quickly transformed into a viral social media phenomenon, attracting more than 20 million Instagram followers within a matter of days. The movement captured national attention by combining political … Read more
The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has launched a large scale pre monsoon flood prevention campaign aimed at reducing the recurring threat of urban flooding, creek overflow, and severe waterlogging during the upcoming monsoon season. After facing criticism over flood related disruptions in previous years, the civic administration has introduced advanced technology, specialized floating machinery, and … Read more
Banks across India will remain closed on multiple days in June 2026 due to mandatory weekend holidays, regional festivals, cultural observances, and state specific celebrations notified under the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday framework. The June 2026 bank holiday calendar includes nationwide Sunday closures, second and fourth Saturday holidays, along with several regional public … Read more
Surat is witnessing rising public frustration after petrol and diesel prices surged sharply following repeated fuel hikes across India. The latest revision pushed petrol prices in Surat to ₹101.82 per litre, while diesel prices climbed to ₹97.95 per litre, triggering satirical protests by local political groups and renewed concerns about household expenses, transportation costs, and … Read more
Fuel prices across India have surged sharply once again, adding fresh pressure on household budgets and transportation costs. The latest revision on Monday, May 25, 2026, marked the fourth major fuel price hike in less than two weeks, pushing cumulative petrol and diesel increases beyond ₹7.5 per litre since May 15. According to the provided … Read more
A railway platform at 45°C is not just uncomfortable, it is dangerous. Bilaspur Railway Station in Chhattisgarh was facing exactly this problem until Indian Railways introduced a high pressure water misting system on Platform No. 1. Installed by the South East Central Railway (SECR) zone, the system releases fine water droplets that create a cooling … Read more