Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is being celebrated across Gujarat on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The festival marks the triumph of good over evil and brings communities together through traditional rituals, public gatherings, festive food and cultural programmes. From the popular fafda-jalebi breakfast in Ahmedabad and Surat to grand Ravan Dahan events and the final … Read more
The Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor (MAHSR), popularly known as the Bullet Train project, is India’s first dedicated high-speed railway line. Developed by the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) using Japanese Shinkansen technology, the project will connect Mumbai, India’s financial capital, with Ahmedabad, Gujarat’s commercial gateway. The project has crossed 62% physical progress, while … Read more
Ahmedabad is moving towards greener urban transport with the expansion of air-conditioned electric buses operated by the Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service (AMTS). Under central initiatives such as the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, the city is rolling out hundreds of modern electric buses, with plans to transition the AMTS and Janmarg BRTS fleets to electric power. These … Read more
Diwali 2026 in Ahmedabad and across Gujarat will be marked by several days of religious rituals, family gatherings, festive shopping and traditional celebrations. In Gujarat, Diwali is more than a single-day festival. It marks the conclusion of the financial year for many traditional businesses and the beginning of the Gujarati New Year. The main festive … Read more
Heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding across South Gujarat, leading to thousands of evacuations, widespread road closures, and continuous rescue operations by the Army, National Disaster Response Force, and State Disaster Response Force in Valsad and Navsari. The ongoing South Gujarat flood situation has affected transportation, public infrastructure, educational institutions, and daily life as rivers … Read more
All schools, colleges, and Anganwadis in Surat city and Surat rural district remain closed today, July 24, 2026, following an official directive issued by the District Education Officer and the local administration due to continuous torrential monsoon rainfall. The decision has been taken to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and educational staff as heavy … Read more
The India Meteorological Department has issued a Red Alert for multiple districts across Gujarat on July 24, 2026, warning of extremely heavy rainfall, severe thunderstorms, strong winds, and an increased risk of flash floods. The latest IMD Red Alert for Gujarat comes after continuous monsoon activity that has resulted in widespread flooding, major evacuations, and … Read more
India has begun a three match T20 International series against Zimbabwe from July 23 to July 26, 2026, with all matches being played at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Zimbabwe. The bilateral series marks the beginning of a new white ball campaign for a fresh looking Indian side that is aiming to establish itself … Read more
The India Meteorological Department has issued a Red Alert for central and northern parts of Gujarat, specifically covering Panchmahal, Dahod, and Mahisagar, while also issuing severe weather warnings for South Gujarat, including Surat, Navsari, and Valsad, due to extremely heavy monsoon rainfall. The weather warning comes as several districts experience widespread disruption in daily life. … Read more
The NEET UG 2026 paper leak controversy has developed into a nationwide political and student-led crisis, with protests spreading across multiple states and continued political confrontation during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. As of July 23, 2026, the central point of the controversy remains the refusal of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign despite … Read more