Category Articles: India/World

Petrol costlier by Rs. 2.61, Diesel by Rs. 2.71 per Litre

May 25, 2026
Petrol costlier by Rs. 2.61, Diesel by Rs. 2.71 per Litre

New Delhi: Fuel prices saw another hike on Monday, with petrol rates increasing by Rs 2.61 per litre and diesel by Rs 2.71 per litre. This marks the fourth rise in under two weeks, adding further strain on household budgets and transportation expenses as consumers face mounting fuel costs amid volatility in global energy markets. Since fuel price revisions resumed on May 15 after a prolonged freeze, petrol and diesel prices have cumulatively risen by nearly Rs 7.5 per litre. In Delhi, p...Read More

Football Deserves a Push in Gujarat ; Special Article by Parimal Nathwani, President of State Football Association

May 25, 2026
Football Deserves a Push in Gujarat ; Special Article by Parimal Nathwani, President of State Football Association

By Parimal Nathwani In a country where cricket dominates headlines and public imagination, football has steadily carved its own space through passion, persistence, and global appeal. Competitions like the Indian Super League (ISL) and the work of the All India Football Federation (AIFF) have contributed to the sport’s growth nationwide. Yet, in states like Gujarat, football still awaits the focused push it deserves. Gujarat is a land of entrepreneurs and global thinkers. It is known for it...Read More

Petrol Prices Hiked by 87 Paise per Litre, Diesel Up by 91 Paise; Third Hike This Month

May 23, 2026
Petrol Prices Hiked by 87 Paise per Litre, Diesel Up by 91 Paise; Third Hike This Month

New Delhi: State-run fuel retailers on Saturday increased petrol and diesel prices by less than Re 1 per litre, according to dealers, marking the third fuel price revision this month as the government seeks to offset losses arising from elevated crude oil prices amid the Iran conflict. In the national capital, petrol prices were raised by Rs 0.87 per litre to Rs 99.51, while diesel prices increased by Rs 0.91 to Rs 92.49 per litre, dealer data showed. Meanwhile, in Ahmedabad, petrol prices rose...Read More

Rs 97 Crore Daman Civil Airport Set for Opening in June

May 22, 2026
Rs 97 Crore Daman Civil Airport Set for Opening in June

Surat: Daman is set to get a major connectivity boost with a newly built civil airport worth Rs 97 crore expected to be inaugurated in early June, likely by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The first commercial flight from the airport is expected to operate on the Daman–Delhi route. Built across a 1.01 lakh square metre area, the airport features a modern terminal spread over 5,460 square metres with contemporary passenger facilities. Officials said the waiting area can accommodate up to 180 pas...Read More

GT vs CSK: Narendra Modi Stadium Ahmedabad Hosts Crucial Gujarat Titans-Chennai Super Kings Clash

May 21, 2026
GT vs CSK: Narendra Modi Stadium Ahmedabad Hosts Crucial Gujarat Titans-Chennai Super Kings Clash

Ahmedabad: With only one IPL 2026 playoffs spot still up for grabs, the spotlight shifts to the Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday as Gujarat Titans take on Chennai Super Kings in a high-stakes clash carrying contrasting objectives for both sides. While Gujarat have already secured a place in the playoffs, Chennai are in a must-win situation and also need other results to go their way to stay alive in the qualification race. Placed second on the points table with 16 points from 13 matches, Guj...Read More

DRI cracks down on Vape Smuggling Racket; 3 lakh e-cigarettes seized across 4 states including Gujarat

May 21, 2026
DRI cracks down on Vape Smuggling Racket; 3 lakh e-cigarettes seized across 4 states including Gujarat

Ahmedabad: In a major crackdown against the illegal import of prohibited nicotine products, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a large-scale e-cigarette (vape) smuggling racket through operations conducted across several ports, airports, and ICDs in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, and West Bengal over the last few days. Acting on specific intelligence, DRI identified, tracked, and intercepted multiple suspicious import consignments that were misdeclared to evade customs scrut...Read More

Murder Convict Built Acting Career in Hindi, Gujarati Films; Nabbed After 12 Years on Run

May 21, 2026
Murder Convict Built Acting Career in Hindi, Gujarati Films; Nabbed After 12 Years on Run

Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad City Crime Branch has arrested a life convict in a murder case registered at Naroda Police Station who had been absconding for nearly 12 years after jumping parole. During his years on the run, the accused allegedly changed his identity and built a parallel life as a supporting actor in Hindi and Gujarati films, web series, theatre productions, and short films while evading authorities. The accused, identified as Hemant Nagindas Purushottamdas Modi, 53, was serving a ...Read More

L&T Inaugurates India’s Largest Skill Training Institute in Vadnagar, Gujarat

May 21, 2026
L&T Inaugurates India’s Largest Skill Training Institute in Vadnagar, Gujarat

Mehsana: India’s largest skill training institute, developed by Larsen & Toubro (L&T), was inaugurated on Thursday in Vadnagar, the hometown of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to the Gujarat government, the Industrial Construction Skills Training Institute (ICSTI) has been established by L&T in partnership with the state government and features world-class training infrastructure designed to equip youth with industry-relevant skills. The institute has already complete...Read More

PM Modi Gifts Rogan Painting, Kesar Mangoes from Gujarat to UAE President

May 21, 2026
PM Modi Gifts Rogan Painting, Kesar Mangoes from Gujarat to UAE President

Ahmedabad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his five-nation tour covering the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy, with Gujarat finding a distinct place through traditional gifts presented during the visit. Among the gifts offered to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan were a Rogan painting featuring the Tree of Life motif and Gujarat’s famed GI-tagged Kesar mangoes, reflecting India’s effort to showcase regional heritage and artisanal e...Read More

Gujarat Leads BJP-Ruled States with Low Petrol Prices Amid National Fuel Price Debate

May 20, 2026
Gujarat Leads BJP-Ruled States with Low Petrol Prices Amid National Fuel Price Debate

New Delhi: Amid a national debate over rising fuel prices triggered by the global energy crisis due to escalating tensions in West Asia, along with political attacks directed at the central government, state-wise fuel price data has highlighted significant disparities across India. BJP-governed states in northern and western India appear to be recording some of the lowest petrol retail prices in the country. At the beginning of May this year, Gujarat emerged as one of the states with the most a...Read More