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Nathwani Appeals to Gujarat Forest Minister for Early Diagnosis of CDV, Babesiosis in Asiatic Lions

May 27, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Gir: Regarding the news related to deaths of 8 or more lions due to Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) and Babesiosis, Shri Parimal Nathwani, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Director (Corporate Affairs) at Reliance Industries Ltd and renowned Lion enthusiast, has expressed his concerns about the Asiatic Lion. In letters...Read More

Ahmedabad - Mumbai Bullet Train Project: NHSRCL Completes Viaduct Launching Over Kalupur Flyover

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) on Wednesday announced that it has completed the launching of a viaduct over the Kalupur flyover, a Railway Over Bridge (ROB) above the Sabarmati–Mumbai main line of Western Railway in Ahmedabad, as part of the ongoing Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Trai...Read More

All 7 Railway Crossings Set to Go in Junagadh, New Station to Come Up

May 27, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Junagadh: Residents of Junagadh are set to receive major relief from the city’s long-standing traffic congestion issues, as the Railway Board has approved the construction of a new meter-gauge railway station in the Grofed area on the Visavadar–Junagadh meter-gauge section under the Bhavnagar division of Western Ra...Read More

Amit Shah Gujarat Visit

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadBJPGujaratPolitics

Gandhinagar: Union Home and Cooperation Minister and Gandhinagar MP Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Gujarat on May 28 and 29, during which he will inaugurate several development projects and participate in a series of review and organizational meetings across the state. According to a press release issued by the Gandh...Read More

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May 24, 2026 | Gujarat, Saurastra Featured

The Mango Cargo: How a Cult-Favorite Kesar from Gujarat Conquered London Heathrow

Gandhinagar:  "When the cargo doors open at London’s Heathrow Airport and the boxes of Kesar and Alphonso mangoes arriving from Gujarat are unloaded, their fragrance wafts across the entire cargo area, making you feel immensely proud as an Indian. For the Gujaratis and Indians living in London, Leicester, and Birmin...Read More

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Gujarat CM, Dy CM to travel to Delhi on June 10

May 27, 2026 | BJPGujaratPolitics

Gandhinagar: All Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA)-governed states, including Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi, will participate in a meeting on the upcoming June 10 in the national capital, New Delhi, marking the 12t...Read More

Reliance Jio Launches ₹200 OTT Pass Offering 15 OTT Apps, 1,000+ Live TV Channels and Unlimited 5G

May 27, 2026 | Business

Mumbai: Reliance Jio has launched a new ₹200 OTT Pass, introducing an all-in-one entertainment and connectivity package that bundles access to multiple streaming platforms, live television channels, and data benefits under a single 28-day plan. The newly launched pass offers subscriptions to 15 premium OTT platfor...Read More

Mega Block on Vadodara Railway Division; Ahmedabad–Mumbai Shatabdi Express Among Trains Affected

May 27, 2026 | GujaratVadodara

Ahmedabad: Several trains passing through the Vadodara division will be affected on May 27 due to a 5.30-hour mega block scheduled for bridge re-girding work between Vasad and Ranoli railway stations, railway officials said. According to the Western Railway, the block will be in effect from 11:15 am to 5:45 pm for r...Read More

Traffic Restrictions, Diversions Extended on Kalupur Bridge Due to Bullet Train Work

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: Vehicular movement on a 500-metre stretch of Kalupur Bridge will continue to remain closed during night hours from May 27 to May 31 due to segment launching work being carried out under the ongoing Mumbai–Ahmedabad Bullet Train project, officials said. The temporary traffic restriction, which was impose...Read More

Ahmedabad Police Bust Illegal Hookah Bar at Obsidian Cafe

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: Sola police conducted a late-night raid at The Obsidian Café near Chharodi and uncovered an illegally operated hookah bar functioning on the outskirts of the city. Acting on specific inputs received during routine patrolling, police raided the café located opposite Aristo Club on the Sola–Chharodi road....Read More

Ahmedabad Passport Office, Seva Kendras to Remain Shut on May 28

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratPassport

Ahmedabad: The Regional Passport Office (RPO), Ahmedabad, has announced a change in its holiday schedule following the Government of India’s decision to observe the Id-ul-Zuha holiday on May 28, 2026 (Thursday), instead of May 27, 2026 (Wednesday). As per the revised schedule, the Regional Passport Office in Ahmed...Read More

GSRTC Launches New Himmatnagar - Sanwaliya Seth Bus Route via Ahmedabad

May 27, 2026 | GujaratNorth Gujarat

Himmatnagar: In a move aimed at improving passenger connectivity and catering to increased travel demand during the summer vacation season, the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has introduced three new long-distance bus routes under the Himmatnagar Division. The new services have been launched by the Hi...Read More

Four Men Pose as Rapido Riders, Kidnap and Rob Cab Driver of Rs 5 Lakh in Ahmedabad

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: In a shocking incident, a 37-year-old cab driver was allegedly abducted, assaulted, and robbed by four unidentified men after accepting a ride booking through the Rapido app in Ahmedabad during the early hours of Monday. The accused allegedly threatened him at knifepoint and fled with cash, valuables, and hi...Read More

Ahmedabad Court Sends Two Govt Officials to 5 Years in Jail in Bribery Case

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: A special anti-corruption court in Ahmedabad on Tuesday sentenced two government officials in a corruption case to five years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 each after finding them guilty under the Prevention of Corruption Act. The convicted individuals were identified as Krushnaka...Read More

Gujarat Continues to Reel Under Intense Heat as Daytime Temperatures Touch 44.3°C

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: People continued to experience scorching summer heat across several parts of Gujarat on Tuesday, with inland regions recording maximum temperatures above normal levels. Surendranagar emerged as the hottest location in the state, registering a scorching 44.3°C, which was 1.9°C above normal, according to the...Read More

Air India Suspends Direct Ahmedabad - London Gatwick Flight for Select August Dates

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: Air India has announced the suspension of its direct Ahmedabad–London Gatwick flight service for select dates in August 2026 as part of a wider network adjustment driven by operational constraints and rising costs. According to the airline, flight AI 159 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick (LGW) and return f...Read More

Several Air India Flights from Ahmedabad Airport to Be Cancelled from June to August

May 27, 2026 | AhmedabadAviationGujaratTravel

Ahmedabad: Air India has announced a series of flight cancellations and schedule adjustments between June and August 2026, citing operational constraints, including airspace restrictions and a sharp rise in operating costs linked to Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF). The move will impact several domestic and international ro...Read More

IPE Global, GESIA sign MoU to advance ‘She Works’ across Gujarat’s tech ecosystem

May 26, 2026 | BusinessGujarat

Ahmedabad: IPE Global, a leading international development consultancy, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the GESIA IT Association (Gujarat Electronics & Software Industries Association) to advance the She Works initiative, a programme dedicated to strengthening women’s participati...Read More

Rs 105 Crore New Hostel to Come Up Near Ahmedabad Civil Hospital; Tata to Pay Rs 53.12 Crore

May 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratIndia

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has announced plans to construct a new ultra-modern hostel for doctors near Ahmedabad Civil Hospital after the ‘Atulyam 1 to 4’ hostel blocks at the New Mental Campus in Meghani Nagar were severely damaged in the June 12 Ahmedabad plane crash tragedy. State Health Minister Prafu...Read More

JSW MG Motor Begins Production of MG Majestor SUV at Gujarat Plant

May 26, 2026 | BusinessGujarat

Halol: JSW MG Motor India has begun production of the MG Majestor at its Halol manufacturing plant in Gujarat, positioning it as India’s first D+ segment SUV. Designed for buyers seeking a blend of premium features, rugged capability and a commanding road presence, the MG Majestor is powered by a 2.0-litre twin-turb...Read More

FitsAir to Launch Ahmedabad - Colombo Direct Flight from June 19

May 26, 2026 | AhmedabadAviationGujaratTravel

Ahmedabad: International connectivity from Ahmedabad is set to expand further, with Sri Lankan carrier FitsAir launching a new direct flight service between Ahmedabad and Colombo from June 19. The new route will connect Ahmedabad directly with Colombo and is expected to strengthen travel links between Gujarat and Sri ...Read More

Gujarat ATS Busts Illegal Drug Manufacturing Unit; Two Held, Mephedrone Seized

May 26, 2026 | GujaratSouth Gujarat

Valsad: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), in a joint operation with the Valsad Special Operations Group (SOG), has busted an illegal drug manufacturing and distribution network operating from Sarigam in Vapi taluka of Valsad district and seized banned narcotic substances, officials said on Tuesday. The operation...Read More

GT vs RCB: Gujarat Titans Clash with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 at Dharamsala

May 26, 2026 | GujaratSports

Dharamsala: The race to the 2026 IPL title enters its decisive phase on Tuesday as table-toppers and defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) lock horns with Gujarat Titans (GT) in a blockbuster Qualifier 1 clash at the scenic HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala. With a direct place in the final at stake, two of th...Read More

Heat Discomfort to Persist in These Parts of Gujarat Till May 28: IMD

May 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: While parts of Gujarat await pre-monsoon rain activity, coastal regions of Saurashtra-Kutch are set to face uncomfortable hot and humid conditions over the next three days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing warnings from May 26 to May 28. The weather department said hot and humid condit...Read More

IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Thunderstorms in These Parts of Gujarat Over Coming Weekend

May 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: After days of scorching heat, parts of Gujarat may finally see relief as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms in several districts from May 30 onwards. Thunderstorm activity with gusty winds of up to 40–50 kmph is expected in parts o...Read More

Enforcing Anti-Dumping Duty can save India Rs. 28,540 crore annually: C-DEP report

May 26, 2026 | BusinessIndia/World

New Delhi: The C-DEP Research and Centre for WTO Studies, Ministry of Commerce, today released its report titled "Impact of Anti-Dumping Duties in India", which examines the effects of anti-dumping duties on downstream costs, inflation, MSMEs, domestic capacity, and investments. The report was released by Pritam Banerj...Read More

Amit Shah to Visit Gujarat

May 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratKutch

Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be on a three-day visit to his home state of Gujarat from May 27 to May 29, during which he is scheduled to attend multiple official engagements and review key issues related to development and border security across the state. On May 28, Shah is scheduled to chair a revie...Read More

Gujarat Govt Grants Approval to Sugarcane Prices Paid During 2007-15

May 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has approved the sugarcane prices paid by cooperative sugar societies to farmers between 2007-08 and 2014-15, a move expected to provide an estimated financial relief of Rs 1,500 crore to the state’s sugar cooperatives and directly benefit over two lakh farmers, Agriculture and Coo...Read More

Roads Connecting Akshardham and Mahatma Mandir to Undergo Rs 50 Crore Urban Revamp

May 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC) has revived its long-pending plan to redevelop Roads No. 6 and 7 connecting Akshardham and Mahatma Mandir, issuing a fresh Rs 49.97 crore tender to transform the key corridor into a multi-use urban street equipped with modern infrastructure and smart mobility fea...Read More

Ahmedabad Airport Intensifies Screening of Passengers From Ebola-Affected Nations

May 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Gujarat government has stepped up screening measures for passengers arriving at Ahmedabad airport from Ebola-affected African countries, including Uganda, Congo and South Sudan, amid concerns over outbreaks in these nations. Although no suspected cases have been reported in Gujarat so far, Health Ministe...Read More

8 Asiatic lions including 5 cubs die in Gir; Forest dept launches emergency response

May 26, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Rajkot: Around eight Asiatic lions, including five cubs, have died within a short span in Gir forest due to suspected outbreaks of deadly diseases such as Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) and Babesia, triggering a major wildlife health alert across the Gir East and Gir West forest divisions in Saurashtra. The deaths have p...Read More

Nadiad, Gandhidham, Mahesana get first Mayors

May 26, 2026 | Central GujaratGujaratKutchNorth Gujarat

Gandhinagar: Manish Patel has been elected as the new Mayor of Nadiad Municipal Corporation (NMC). Parag Brahmbhatt has been made the Chairman of the Standing Committee, while Kalpeshkumar has been made the Deputy Mayor. Divyaben Nathani has become the first Mayor of Gandhidham Municipal Corporation in Kutch distric...Read More

Petrol Crosses ₹100 per Litre in Gujarat After Latest Fuel Price Hike

May 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratSuratVadodara

Ahmedabad: Fuel prices witnessed their fourth increase in just 11 days on Monday, with petrol rates in Gujarat crossing the ₹100-per-litre mark. State-run oil marketing companies revised retail fuel prices with effect from 6 am on May 25. Following the latest revision, petrol prices in Ahmedabad increased by ₹2.60...Read More

Harsh Sanghavi on Switzerland visit

May 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi has embarked on a three-day official visit to Switzerland to attend high-level meetings regarding Ahmedabad's bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympics. Accompanied by senior IAS officers Ashwini Kumar and Rahul Gupta, the visit aims to facilitate strategic discussions related...Read More

Anand District Panchayat Gets BJP President Post After HC Relief

May 26, 2026 | BJPCentral GujaratCongressGujaratPolitics

Vadodara: In a last-minute twist, the BJP has retained control of the Anand district panchayat after the Gujarat High Court reinstated the nomination of its candidate for the president’s post, reversing an earlier rejection by election authorities and ending Congress’s hopes of securing an unopposed victory. The d...Read More