Surat, Gujarat: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has reportedly uncovered a major Surat gold smuggling racket linked to flights arriving from Dubai at Surat International Airport. According to a report investigators seized approximately 6.9 kilograms of gold valued…

Vadodara, October 20, 2026: Preparations for Dussehra celebrations are nearing completion in Vadodara, where a grand Ravana Dahan programme will be organised at Polo Ground. The event, organised by the Uttar Bharatiya Sanskritik Sangh, will feature the burning of…

Ahmedabad, October 20, 2026: A grand Ravana Dahan programme will be held today at AES Ground in the Thaltej area of Ahmedabad to mark Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami. The event, organised by Shanti Seva Charitable Trust, is scheduled…

Mumbai, October 19, 2026: Police have arrested three suspects in Rajasthan’s Kota in connection with the firing at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai’s Juhu area. The arrests mark a major development in the investigation, which is now…

Gandhinagar, October 19, 2026: Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi is on an official visit to Japan to strengthen economic ties, attract international investment and build new business partnerships ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2027. During his…

Ahmedabad Navratri Cab Fare Surge: Commuters in Ahmedabad have faced a sharp increase in app-based taxi and auto-rickshaw fares during Navratri, with some rides reportedly costing two-and-a-half to three times their usual price. The surge has added to travel…

Surat, October 19, 2026: Authorities in Surat have warned temporary firecracker stall operators against selling fireworks without the required permissions ahead of Diwali. stalls operating without the applicable No Objection Certificate (NOC) could face confiscation of their stock and…

Ahmedabad: Gujarat is set to be among five large states with permanent representation on a new 12-member GST Standing Committee under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework. The five states named for permanent representation are Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra,…

India’s First Hydrogen Train: India is preparing to enter a new era of sustainable rail transportation as Indian Railways’ first hydrogen-powered train is now ready for commercial operations. The country’s first hydrogen train has been developed as part of…

Ahmedabad is set to welcome book lovers, students, writers and culture enthusiasts as the Ahmedabad International Book Festival 2026 begins on October 24 at the Sabarmati Riverfront. The nine-day event will continue until November 1, bringing together literature, poetry,…

Surat Diwali Special Trains 2026: With passenger demand expected to rise during Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026, additional unreserved special train services have been announced to help people travelling to their hometowns. The services include trains connecting Udhna in…

In a major infrastructure boost for Surat, the city is now set to get surat metro connectivity to the upcoming High-Speed Rail (HSR) Bullet Train station. The Gujarat government has proposed a new 4.4-kilometre metro corridor connecting Saroli to…

Western Railway has announced five festival Diwali-Chhath Puja Special Trains from the Vadodara Division to manage the expected passenger rush during Diwali and Chhath Puja 2026. The additional services will connect passengers to destinations across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Telangana…

Vadodara: In a major breakthrough against vehicle theft, Vadodara Crime Branch has recovered 13 stolen motorcycles worth approximately ₹2.90 lakh and arrested a 42-year-old man from Bharuch district in connection with the case, according to the police press note.…

Gujarat Government Approves 2% DA Hike Update: A major relief for Gujarat’s State Transport (ST) employees, the state government has approved a 2-percentage-point increase in Dearness Allowance. With this revision, the DA rate for eligible Gujarat State Road Transport…

Gujarat Navratri Weather Update: According to the latest forecast reported on October 14, most parts of Gujarat are expected to experience dry weather over the coming days. However, the possibility of isolated showers in parts of South Gujarat and…

Surat: Good news for air travellers in South Gujarat! Direct Surat to Navi Mumbai Flights are set to begin from October 25, 2026, giving passengers a much faster alternative to road and connecting-flight travel between the two cities. The…

One dream, 365 days of persistence and a mission to help others – Surat-based content creator Maya Gupta has turned her year-long challenge into an inspiring story. Maya reportedly met global YouTube star MrBeast on the final day of…

Durga Ashtami 2026 will be observed on Monday, October 19, as devotees across India prepare to worship Goddess Durga during Sharadiya Navratri. Also known as Maha Ashtami or Maha Durgashtami, the festival is one of the most important days…

India vs New Zealand series 2026: Cricket fans are gearing up for an exciting international series as Team India prepares to tour New Zealand for five T20Is, five ODIs and two Test matches. The tour begins on October 22,…