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,…

Surat News: Residents of Rander and nearby areas in Surat experienced an evening water cut on Monday, October 12, 2026, due to pipeline-shifting work for the Surat Metro project. The work will take place near Palanpur Metro Station, where…

Surat Navratri 2026 Safety Guidelines: Ahead of Navratri 2026, the Surat Municipal Corporation’s Fire and Emergency Services Department has issued strict safety guidelines for organisers of Garba events, Navratri pandals and other public gatherings in the city. The measures…

Gujarat has officially begun the formal planning process for the 2030 Commonwealth Games (CWG) with the first meeting of the proposed organising company held in Ahmedabad. Senior government officials, representatives from Commonwealth Sport, and members of the proposed organising…

New Delhi: Delhi witnessed heightened security on Saturday, October 10, 2026, as police moved to prevent a planned protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. The protest was organised to demand the resignation of Chief Election…

World News: South African jurist of Indian Tamil origin Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2026 for her efforts to promote peace and international law. The Norwegian Nobel Committee recognised her long-standing contribution to strengthening…

Navsari, Gujarat: In a proud achievement for Navsari Police, the Local Crime Branch (LCB) team has received the “E-COP of the Month” award for July 2026. The award was presented by the Director General of Police (DGP) of Gujarat…

Surat News: Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh in Surat on October 9 and met representatives of the city’s textile industry amid concerns over rising yarn prices, workers’ conditions and the movement of migrant labourers. He also responded to opposition…