Category Articles: India

Murugappa Group, Which Launched Hercules Cycles, Now Manufactures Semiconductor Chips in Sanand

July 29, 2026
Murugappa Group, Which Launched Hercules Cycles, Now Manufactures Semiconductor Chips in Sanand

Gandhinagar: From manufacturing the Hercules bicycle to producing advanced semiconductor chips, the Chennai-based Murugappa Group has completed a notable industrial journey spanning more than seven decades. The group, whose TI Cycles factory was inaugurated by the then Governor of Madras and former Maharaja of Bhavnagar, Krishnakumarsinhji Gohil, in 1951, is now manufacturing semiconductor chips at its new facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The Murugappa Group's subsidiary, CG Semi Pvt. Ltd., has e...Read More

Reliance Foundation rolls-out comprehensive relief efforts in flood-hit Upper Assam

July 28, 2026
Reliance Foundation rolls-out comprehensive relief efforts in flood-hit Upper Assam

Guwahati: Responding to the severe floods that have wreaked havoc across Upper Assam, Reliance Foundation has launched a comprehensive multi-sectoral response for communities impacted due to this devastating tragedy, a press release said. Working to provide support to vulnerable families in the worst-affected districts of Sivasagar and Charaideo, Reliance Foundation, in discussion with government authorities, aims to reach at least 10,000 flood-affected families with critical relief and ...Read More

₹27,000 Crore Mega Shipbuilding Park to Boost Porbandar Economy, Create Jobs: Modhwadia

July 27, 2026

Gandhinagar: Gujarat Science and Technology Minister and Porbandar MLA Arjun Modhwadia on Monday welcomed the launch of the Gujarat Ship Building and Repair Policy 2026 and the in-principle approval for a Mega Greenfield Shipbuilding Park and Shipbuilding Repair Facility at Kuchdi in Porbandar, describing the move as a historic milestone for the economic development of both Gujarat and the coastal district. Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, ...Read More

NITI Aayog, Reliance Foundation Felicitate Five Women Kirana Entrepreneurs from Madhya Pradesh

July 23, 2026
NITI Aayog, Reliance Foundation Felicitate Five Women Kirana Entrepreneurs from Madhya Pradesh

New Delhi: Five women kirana entrepreneurs were felicitated by the Women Entrepreneurship Platform, incubated at NITI Aayog, in partnership with Reliance Foundation under the Empowering Rural Women Kirana Entrepreneurs (RWKEs) ATR pilot programme at a special event held at NITI recently, a press release said. The felicitation ceremony in Delhi was attended by Dr. Joram Aniya, Member, NITI Aayog; Ms. Anna Roy, Mission Director, WEP and Programme Director, NITI Aayog; Ms. Deepthi Nukalapati, Chie...Read More

PM Modi reviews heavy rainfall situation in Gujarat; Assures full support from Centre

July 23, 2026
PM Modi reviews heavy rainfall situation in Gujarat; Assures full support from Centre

Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel to review the heavy rainfall situation across the state. During the conversation, the Prime Minister took stock of the ongoing rescue and relief operations and assured the Chief Minister of the Centre's full support in dealing with the situation. According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), the PM assured full support from the Central Government for rescue, relief, and safety measures. D...Read More

Aadhaar Linking Now Mandatory for Vehicle Ownership Transfer and NOC Services

July 21, 2026
Aadhaar Linking Now Mandatory for Vehicle Ownership Transfer and NOC Services

Ahmedabad: The Central government has introduced a new Aadhaar-based verification system for vehicle ownership transfers and No Objection Certificate (NOC) services to make the process more transparent, secure and hassle-free. The revised system has been implemented across the country, including Gujarat, from July 15, 2026. Under the new rules, linking an Aadhaar card with the Transport Department portal has been made mandatory for vehicle ownership transfers and for obtaining an NOC when tra...Read More

Range Forest Officer Dies While Chasing Timber Smugglers in Gujarat; Govt Orders Probe

July 20, 2026

Gandhinagar: Range Forest Officer (RFO) Vikas Desai was killed in an accident while chasing suspected timber smugglers in the Tapti range of Tapi district, prompting the Gujarat government to announce a detailed investigation and reiterate its zero-tolerance policy against forest-related crimes. Paying tribute to the officer, Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia described Desai's death as an irreparable loss to the Forest Department. He said the officer had acted immediately after ...Read More

NMC Issues Final Warning to 15 Gujarat Medical Colleges Over ABDM HMIS Non-Compliance

July 20, 2026
NMC Issues Final Warning to 15 Gujarat Medical Colleges Over ABDM HMIS Non-Compliance

Ahmedabad: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a final warning to medical colleges across the country, including 15 institutions in Gujarat, for failing to comply with the mandatory implementation of the Health Management Information System (HMIS) under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). The Commission has directed the institutions to immediately rectify technical and infrastructure-related deficiencies, warning that failure to comply could invite regulatory action by the ...Read More

Adani CNG Price Hiked by ₹2; Rate Crosses ₹90 per kg in Ahmedabad

July 19, 2026
Adani CNG Price Hiked by ₹2; Rate Crosses ₹90 per kg in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad: Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL) has once again increased the price of compressed natural gas (CNG) by ₹2 per kg, taking the retail price in the city above ₹90 per kg. Following Sunday's revision, the retail price now stands at ₹90.02 per kg, up from ₹88.02 per kg before the latest hike. With the latest revision, Adani CNG has increased CNG prices cumulatively by around ₹10 per kg so far in 2026. The latest increase follows a series of price revisions over the past several m...Read More

Bhoomi Pujan performed for World’s largest curd manufacturing plant of Amul in Kolkata

July 19, 2026
Bhoomi Pujan performed for World’s largest curd manufacturing plant of Amul in Kolkata

Kolkata: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah today performed the Bhoomi Pujan for the world’s largest curd manufacturing plant under the Amul Bengal Dairy Project at a ceremony held at the New Town Convention Centre in Kolkata. West Bengal Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari, Speaker of the Gujarat Legislative Assembly Shri Shankarbhai Chaudhary, West Bengal Minister of Cooperation Shri Swapan Dasgupta, State Finance Minister Shri Tapas Roy, Minister of Industry and...Read More