Official Note on PM Modi’s Visit to Gujarat on 28th February
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Official Note on PM Modi’s Visit to Gujarat on 28th February

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Gandhinagar to Get New Rs. 27 Crore Cricket Stadium

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: In a major boost for sports enthusiasts in the state capital, the Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation (GMC) has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art cricket stadium in the Randheja area (near GH-5 Corner). The ambitious project will be developed at an estimated cost of ₹26.85 crore. Stadium ...Read More

Ahmedabad civic body approves two sponge park projects in city

Feb 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has approved two major sponge park projects in the city’s South and West Zones to tackle waterlogging issues and improve groundwater recharge, while also creating new recreational spaces for residents. Sponge Park in Vatva Ward (South Zone) AMC will develop a spo...Read More

322 Lions Die in Gujarat in Two Years; 64 Classified as Unnatural Deaths

Feb 27, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Gandhinagar: Fresh data on the lion population and mortality in Gujarat has been tabled in the State Assembly, revealing significant figures related to both conservation efforts and deaths over the past two years. As of January 31, 2026, the state is home to 255 adult male lions, 405 lionesses, and 231 cubs, according...Read More

Gujarat Housing Market Sees Slowdown; Home Loan Accounts Fall 42% in Dec Quarter

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Gujarat’s residential real estate market is showing signs of a slowdown, with a sharp 42% year-on-year drop in home loan accounts in the December quarter, even as total disbursals rose modestly. The latest State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC), Gujarat report shows that home loan accounts fell 42% year-...Read More

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View AllVadodara Municipal Commissioner on Development of 25-km City Route of Bullet Train Within the City

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat, Narendra Modi Featured

India, Israel Ink MoU for National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal, Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal in Gujarat received a significant push following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Israel during the Prime Minister’s visit to Israel. Among the 17 agreements and understandings finalised, a key MoU focuses on col...Read More

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PM Modi to Visit Sanand; Major Traffic Diversions Announced for February 28

Feb 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Sanand GIDC area on February 28, 2025, the Additional District Magistrate of Ahmedabad has issued a notification announcing significant traffic restrictions and diversions. The Prime Minister is scheduled to attend a corporate event at Micron, followed ...Read More

Lords Hotels Expands Footprint in Gujarat with New Resort in Salangpur

Feb 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Salangpur: Lords Hotels & Resorts has inaugurated its newest property in Salangpur, expanding its footprint in India’s growing religious and cultural tourism segment. The resort offers 24 cottages and 23 rooms, along with a banquet hall and landscaped party lawn for weddings and social functions. Facilities also...Read More

Gujarat Govt Pays ₹300 Daily to Kin of Fishermen Held in Pakistan; ₹2.33 Crore in 2 Years

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The state government is providing financial assistance to the families of Gujarati fishermen detained by Pakistani authorities. According to information shared by the Fisheries Minister in the Assembly, a daily assistance of ₹300 was paid to 206 families over the last two years ending December 31, 2025. ...Read More

Gujarat Govt Receives 41 Complaints on Mandatory Nano Urea Distribution

Feb 27, 2026 | India

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has received 41 complaints in the past one year regarding the alleged compulsory distribution of nano liquid urea bottles along with the sale of conventional urea fertiliser in the state. The information was shared by the Agriculture Minister in the Assembly in response to a questio...Read More

Two Maharashtra Boats Caught Using LED Lights for Fishing Off Porbandar Coast

Feb 27, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Porbandar: Two Maharashtra-registered fishing boats were apprehended for allegedly carrying out light fishing about 25 nautical miles off the Porbandar coast during a joint patrol operation. According to a complaint filed by Lakhman Bhanu Sadia, Head Constable of Navibandar Marine Police Station, the incident occurred...Read More

Speeding Car Overturns After Crashing into Divider in Surat; CCTV Footage Goes Viral

Feb 27, 2026 | India

Surat: In yet another rash driving incident, a speeding car lost control and overturned after crashing into a divider in the upscale Piplod area of the city. Two occupants of the vehicle sustained injuries in the incident. According to initial information, the driver allegedly lost control of the steering wheel while ...Read More

AUDA Received 14 Zone Change Applications in Two Years; 6 Approved

Feb 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Gandhinagar: The Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA) has received a total of 14 applications seeking zone changes in areas falling under its jurisdiction over the past two years, as of January 25, 2026. The information was provided by the Urban Development and Urban Housing Minister in the Assembly in respons...Read More

Gujarat Police Attaches Six IPS Officers

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat Home Department has issued an order attaching six Indian Police Service (IPS) officers who are currently awaiting regular postings. According to the notification, the following IPS officers have been directed to serve on attachment at the offices mentioned against their names until further ord...Read More

Public Debt of Gujarat Around ₹4 Lakh Crore: Govt

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government’s total outstanding public debt has reached nearly ₹4 lakh crore as of December 31, 2025, according to information presented in the State Assembly. The details were shared by Finance Minister Kanu Desai in response to a question raised during the ongoing budget session. The Fina...Read More

Row over Disturbed Areas Act Implementation in Surat’s Old City

Feb 27, 2026 | GujaratSurat

Surat: A fresh controversy has surfaced in the Old City (Kot) area of Surat over the implementation of the Disturbed Areas Act, with local residents alleging hardship and selective enforcement of the law. Residents claim that many properties in the Kot locality have remained in their families’ possessi...Read More

SC Grants Two-Week Relief to Gajera Brothers in Surat Cheating Case

Feb 27, 2026 | GujaratSurat

Surat: The Supreme Court of India has granted two weeks’ relief to members of the Gajera family in connection with a cheating case registered by the Surat Crime Branch against Vasant Gajera and others. The court has directed that no coercive action be taken by the police during this period. After two weeks, the inves...Read More

Gujarat to Develop ‘Namo Gaurav Parks’ Across Municipal Corporations

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: Rapid urban growth in Gujarat’s cities has increased the demand for quality recreational spaces, while shrinking open areas have intensified the need for vibrant community spaces that support health, well-being and cultural activities. In response, the Government of Gujarat has decided to develop theme-b...Read More

Rajkot’s Sandhiya Railway Overbridge Nears Completion; 90% Work Done

Feb 27, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Rajkot: In a major boost to city infrastructure, the Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) has announced that the much-awaited four-lane railway overbridge on Jamnagar Road — popularly known as Sandhiya Bridge — is nearing completion, with around 90 per cent of the work already finished. Constructed at a cost of ...Read More

Mother-Son Duo Succumb to Burns, Suffocation in Rajkot Apartment Fire

Feb 27, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Rajkot: A 92-year-old woman and her 61-year-old son died of burn injuries and suspected suffocation after a fire broke out in their fourth-floor flat at Manmandir Apartments on Palace Road late Wednesday night. The victims were identified as Prabha Pujara and her son, Narendra Pujara. Though a short circuit is suspect...Read More

Marginal Dip in Day Temperatures Across Gujarat; Coastal Areas Cooler Than Normal

Feb 27, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Several parts of Gujarat witnessed a marginal dip in maximum temperatures, while minimum temperatures remained above normal in many cities, according to the weather report issued by the India Meteorological Department this morning. In Ahmedabad, the maximum temperature settled at 34.7°C, which was 1.6°C a...Read More

RPO Ahmedabad to Hold Special Passport Drive on March 14 at Two PSKs

Feb 27, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratPassport

Ahmedabad: The Regional Passport Office (RPO) in Ahmedabad will conduct a special passport application drive on Saturday, March 14, at Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) in Bapunagar and Vijay Cross Road. The initiative has been planned in response to an unusually high demand for passport services in February. It aims to ...Read More

Kandla – Mundra Highway (NH-41) to Be Upgraded to Six Lanes

Feb 26, 2026 | GujaratKutchRoad JourneyTravel

Ahmedabad: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has initiated the bidding process for the upgradation of the existing four-lane carriageway to a six-lane highway on the Kandla–Mundra stretch of National Highway-41 (NH-41) in Gujarat. The project will be implemented under the Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM) on a ...Read More

Gujarat Govt Announces IAS Reshuffle

Feb 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat Government on Wednesday evening issued a notification announcing key transfers and appointments in the General Administration Department and related offices. The government notification stated that Hareet Shukla, IAS (RR:GJ:1999), who was serving as Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Gujarat and...Read More

AMC to Set Up Heritage Gallery at Sardar Patel Bhavan ‘A’ Block; Laser Show Planned

Feb 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The “A” Block of Sardar Patel Bhavan, located at the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) headquarters in Danapith, has been included in the Heritage Notified List under Grade–I. As part of the Management Plan committed in the UNESCO nomination dossier for the Historic City of Ahmedabad, AMC had underta...Read More

AMC Approves Floating Solar Projects at Kankaria Lake, Sabarmati Riverfront & Lambha Lake

Feb 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: In a major push towards renewable energy adoption, the Standing Committee of the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) on Thursday approved floating solar power projects at key city water bodies as part of its plan to achieve net-zero energy status by 2028. Addressing the media after the February 26 meeting, ...Read More

Kankaria Lakefront Ahmedabad to Get Light-and-Musical Fountain, Candy Museum

Feb 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Standing Committee of the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC), at its meeting held today, approved several key proposals aimed at urban development, renewable energy adoption, and tourism enhancement in the city. Addressing the media, Standing Committee Chairman Devang Dani stated that the committee has...Read More

DGCA Revises Air Ticket Refund Norms; Free Changes Allowed Within 48 Hours of Booking

Feb 26, 2026 | AviationIndiaTravel

New Delhi: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued revised Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) aimed at streamlining the airline ticket refund process and safeguarding passenger interests against unfair practices. The new regulations, which will come into effect on March 26, 2026, follow a surge in p...Read More

Gujarat ATS Nabs Wanted Accused in Punjab Cross-Border Drug and Arms Smuggling Case

Feb 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has apprehended a wanted accused linked to a cross-border heroin and grenade-pistol smuggling case registered in Punjab. According to an official release, the Gujarat ATS has been closely monitoring narcotics networks operating across India. During surveillance operati...Read More

Gujarat Govt Warns Action Against Officials Over 'Bureaucratic Apathy' Toward Elected Representatives

Feb 26, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: Amid recurring disputes and complaints over protocol violations between elected representatives and government officials in Gujarat, the state government has adopted a strict stance. The General Administration Department (GAD) has issued a circular dated February 25, 2026, directing all government official...Read More

NBBL’s Bharat Connect for Business Emerges as Digital Backbone for Gujarat’s 43 Lakh MSMEs

Feb 26, 2026 | BusinessGujarat

Ahmedabad: NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL) has announced that its B2B platform, Bharat Connect for Business, is becoming a foundational digital layer for India, especially for MSME-driven markets like Gujarat. The platform is paving the way for seamless and interoperable B2B connectivity across the state’s 43 lakh...Read More

700 MWe Indigenous Reactor Achieves a Key Refuelling Milestone at Kakrapar

Feb 26, 2026 | GujaratSurat

Surat: The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) has announced a significant operational milestone with the successful completion of refuelling of 1,000 fuel channels at Unit-4 of the Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS-4), a 700 MWe reactor, on February 15, 2026. KAPS-4 is the second indigenously develop...Read More

Arkel India Opens ₹100-Crore Lift Control Manufacturing Facility in Vadodara

Feb 26, 2026 | BusinessGujaratVadodara

Vadodara: Arkel India has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility with an investment of about ₹100 crore in Phase 1 at the GIDC Estate in Savli-Manjusar, Vadodara. The advanced, technology-driven unit will focus on locally manufacturing high-quality lift electronic systems, thereby reducing import depen...Read More

Mob Attacks Police, Gau Rakshaks in Surat Village

Feb 26, 2026 | GujaratSurat

Surat: A violent incident has come to light in which a mob of around 50 people allegedly attacked police personnel and Gau Rakshaks who had gone to prevent suspected cow slaughter in Hathoda village of Mangrol taluka. A police constable and a Gau Rakshak sustained serious injuries in the attack. Acting on information ...Read More

How Small Businesses Can Choose the Right Loan Without Overpaying on Interest

Feb 26, 2026 | Business

Running a small business in India often requires timely access to funds, whether it is to manage cash flow, purchase inventory, upgrade equipment, or expand operations. While financing can support growth, choosing the wrong loan can put unnecessary pressure on finances due to high interest costs. With several small bus...Read More

Luxury Hotel to Come Up on 5-Acre Plot in Sanand GIDC

Feb 26, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Gandhinagar: In a move aimed at strengthening infrastructure for national and multinational companies operating in the Sanand Industrial Estate, the Gujarat government has completed the auction process for the construction of a premium hotel. A plot measuring 20,168.54 square metres (approximately five acres) in the S...Read More