Gujarat: News
BJP MLA's son booked for assaulting drivers, making casteist remarks
Rishi Patel, son of Karjan Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Akshay Patel, has been booked for allegedly assaulting two dumper drivers in Gujarat.
Padma Awards 2026: Who is Mir Hajibhai Kasambhai?
The Government of India announced the recipients of the Padma Awards 2026 in January. Now, they are gearing up for the official ceremony on May 25.
Murder convict turned Bollywood actor while evading police for 12yrs
The Ahmedabad Crime Branch apprehended a murder convict-turned-actor who had been evading arrest for 12 years after jumping parole.
Nayara Energy restarts operations at its Gujarat refinery
Indo-Russian oil refining and marketing company Nayara Energy has resumed operations at its 400,000 barrels-per-day Vadinar refinery after a maintenance shutdown.
Karan's Dharma Productions to present Gujarati film 'Jindagi Once More'
Dharma Productions, the esteemed production house led by Karan Johar, is reportedly venturing into Gujarati cinema with the presentation of the upcoming film Jindagi Once More.
Indian officials to observe Boeing's fuel-switch test in Seattle
Indian air safety officials will be visiting Seattle, United States, to observe Boeing's testing of a fuel-control switch panel, Reuters reported.
Tata Electronics, ASML partner to establish semiconductor fab in India
Tata Electronics and Dutch semiconductor equipment giant ASML have signed a strategic partnership agreement to support semiconductor manufacturing in India.
Discover the beauty of Gujarat's white salt deserts
Gujarat's salt deserts offer an unusual travel experience, with their vast, white expanses and vibrant culture.
Over 1L schools have only 1 teacher: Niti Aayog Report
Thousands of government schools in India are functioning without basic facilities such as toilets, water supply, and electricity.
IMD predicts widespread thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall across India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread thunderstorm activity, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds across several parts of India over the next few days.
Modi government clears ₹1,570cr ship repair facility in Gujarat
The Indian government has approved the establishment of a modern ship repair facility at Vadinar, Gujarat.
India's first barrier-less tolling system goes official in Gujarat
India has introduced its first-ever Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrier-less tolling system on a stretch of National Highway-48 in Gujarat.
Anant Ambani offers Vantara home to save Colombia's 80 hippos
Anant Mukesh Ambani, the Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited, has urged the Colombian government to reconsider its decision to cull 80 hippopotamuses in the Magdalena River basin.
Critically endangered Bustard chick, guarded by 50 officials, feared eaten
A critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB) chick, born in Gujarat's Kutch on March 26, has gone missing and is feared dead.
MP forms panel to study feasibility of implementing UCC
The Madhya Pradesh government has constituted a six-member high-level committee to study the feasibility of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.
Adani Green to invest ₹15,000cr in battery energy storage expansion
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has announced plans to invest around ₹15,000 crore in a major expansion of its battery energy storage capacity.
India's wind energy capacity surpasses 56GW, PM Modi addresses milestone
India has achieved a major milestone in wind energy, with its generation capacity surpassing 56 gigawatts (GW).
Maruti produces 23.4L cars in FY26, highest ever in India
Maruti Suzuki has announced its highest-ever annual production of over 23.4 lakh units in FY26.
400-plus guests fall ill after wedding feast in Gujarat
A wedding celebration in Abhlod village, Dahod district of Gujarat, turned into a health crisis as over 400 guests reportedly fell ill with suspected food poisoning.
Who is Sanskruti Jayana, lead of 'Krishnavataram Part 1'?
The trailer for Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart was released on Wednesday, April 15, generating significant buzz.
IMD issues alert for heatwave, strong winds across India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued a heatwave warning in some parts of Saurashtra and Kutch, with Delhi expected to reach a maximum temperature of 41°C by April 17.
Maruti Suzuki plans 4 new EV launches by 2031
Maruti Suzuki India, the country's leading car manufacturer, has announced plans to launch four more electric vehicles (EVs) by 2031.
Kaynes Semicon eyes GaN fab in India: Here's why
Kaynes Semicon, a semiconductor company under Kaynes Technology, is looking to expand its operations in the high-growth segments of gallium nitride (GaN) and micro LED.
India-bound ship carrying Iranian oil reroutes to China midway
The Aframax tanker Ping Shun, which was earlier signaling Vadinar in Gujarat as its destination, has now changed course to Dongying in China.
Semiconductor fabrication to start in India by 2028
India's first semiconductor fabrication plant will be set up in Dholera, Gujarat, by 2028.
Kaynes Semicon's ₹3,300cr plant starts chip production in Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the new Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility of Kaynes Semicon in Sanand, Gujarat.
PM to inaugurate ₹3,300cr chip facility in Gujarat next week
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Kaynes Semicon's Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat on March 31.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rain in northwest India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in several states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan.
Jag Vasant docks at Kandla with 47,600 MT LPG
The Indian-flagged LPG vessel, Jag Vasant, reached the Kandla Port in Gujarat on Friday morning. The ship was carrying 47,600 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), according to Moneycontrol.
Gujarat becomes 2nd state to pass Uniform Civil Code bill
The Gujarat Assembly on Tuesday passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill after a nearly eight-hour-long debate.
'No shortage of LPG, petrol, diesel': Oil companies dispute rumors
Amid fears of a fuel supply crunch in India due to global disruptions in oil supplies, major oil companies have assured that there is no shortage.
Bangladeshi national arrested for sending bomb threats to Gurugram schools
A 30-year-old Bangladeshi national, Saurabh Vishwas (alias Michael), was arrested for sending fake bomb threat emails to several schools in Gurugram on January 28, NDTV reported.
Tamil Nadu becomes India's top textile exporter
Tamil Nadu has dethroned Gujarat and Maharashtra to become India's top textile exporter.
LPG tanker Nanda Devi reaches India from Strait of Hormuz
The LPG tanker Nanda Devi has reached Vadinar Port in Gujarat, India. The vessel is carrying over 47,000 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
LPG tanker Shivalik reaches Gujarat after crossing Strait of Hormuz
The LPG tanker Shivalik has reached Mundra Port in Gujarat days after sailing from the Persian Gulf and crossing the volatile Strait of Hormuz.
Gujarat: Youth recording Instagram video at 120km/h crashes; 2 dead
A tragic car accident in Gujarat's Rajkot district on Saturday claimed the lives of two young men.
India to launch $11B fund to boost chipmaking
India is gearing up to launch a massive ₹1 trillion ($10.8 billion) fund aimed at boosting domestic chipmaking. The move comes as part of the country's ambitious plan to become a global manufacturing hub.
Thai ship traveling to India attacked in Strait of Hormuz
A Thai-registered cargo ship, the Mayruree Naree, was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
North India scorches while Himachal shivers under fresh snow, rain
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has released its latest weather forecast for March 8.
Have you tried these Gujarati breakfast dishes yet?
Known for its colorful flavors and textures, Gujarati cuisine is a treasure trove of vegetarian delights.
IMD warns of prolonged heatwaves across India from March
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a hotter-than-normal March this year, with an early onset of summer.
Gujarat announces a dedicated innovation fund worth ₹1,000cr
The Gujarat government has launched its Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy for 2026-2031.
Micron opens world's biggest semiconductor clean room in Gujarat
Micron Technology has inaugurated its Semiconductor Assembly, Test and Packaging (ATMP) facility in Sanand, Gujarat.
₹1.24L crore semiconductor projects underway in Gujarat
Gujarat is fast becoming India's semiconductor hub, with projects worth ₹1.24 lakh crore in the works, Science and Technology Minister Arjun Modhwadia has announced.
IMD predicts rain in Northeast, Kerala; warns of rising temperatures
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning in several states. These include Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Kerala.
9 arrested in ₹1,500cr multi-state cyber fraud racket
The Rajkot Rural Police in Gujarat have arrested nine people in connection with a ₹1,500 crore cyber fraud case.
Why was influencer Kirti Patel arrested?
Social media influencer Kirti Patel was arrested in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on Sunday. The arrest followed a complaint by Junagadh-based YouTuber Abjal Sida, who accused her of harassment and attempted extortion.
Fond of dhokla? These places serve the tastiest versions
Dhokla, a popular fermented steamed cake from Gujarat, has won hearts all over India.
ICG seizes foreign vessel off Gujarat coast, cigarettes recovered
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has seized a foreign vessel in the Arabian Sea off Gujarat.
Eloping in Gujarat? Government will alert parents via WhatsApp
The Gujarat government has decided to tighten the registration rules for couples marrying after eloping.