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Gandhinagar: Ex-gratia assistance cheques of ₹25 lakh each will be distributed to the families of 115 Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) employees who lost their lives after contracting COVID-19 while on duty during the pandemic. The distribution ceremony will be held on Wednesday, July 22, at Narmada H...Read More

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AMC deploys cleaning marshals on Ahmedabad Heritage Route, Manek Chowk

Jul 21, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: To maintain cleanliness at the historic heritage and tourist sites of Ahmedabad, a UNESCO World Heritage City, the Central Zone Solid Waste Management Department of the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has introduced a special cleaning mechanism along the Heritage Route and in the Manek Chowk area. Und...Read More

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Ahmedabad Police Raid Illegal Ambika Fireworks Godowns, Seize Rs 39.57 Crore Stock; Two Held

Jul 21, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Days after the deadly blast in an illegal fireworks factory in Vastral that claimed 10 lives, authorities have intensified their crackdown on illegal firecracker storage units. On Tuesday, the Changodar police raided two illegal fireworks godowns and seized firecrackers worth Rs 39.57 crore, while arresting ...Read More

Gujarat Govt Transfers 13 GAS Class-1 Officers

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: The Gujarat government on Tuesday ordered a fresh round of transfers and appointments in the Gujarat Administrative Service (GAS), transferring 13 Class-1 officers serving in the Selection and Senior Scale across various departments and districts. DeshGujaratRead More

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Jul 21, 2026 | Business, Gujarat Featured

GIFT City, IFSCA Launch Young Builders' Program to Nurture Next-Gen FinTech Startups

GIFT City: GIFT City today announced the launch of the Young Builders’ Program under the GIFT International FinTech Innovation Hub (GIFT IFIH), in strategic collaboration with the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA). As per a press release, the initiative aims to identify, cultivate, and acc...Read More

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ACB Gujarat Nabs Sarpanch's Husband, Deputy Sarpanch in ₹5 Lakh Bribery Case

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat Saurastra

Surendranagar: The Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday caught the husband of a village sarpanch and the deputy sarpanch of Untdi Gram Panchayat in Surendranagar district while allegedly accepting a ₹5 lakh bribe in connection with permitting sand extraction. The accused have been identified as Sanjaybh...Read More

#ACB Gujarat #Surendranagar

Fake bank office used to dupe Dahod jeweller of Rs 28.6 lakh worth of gold; 3 held

Jul 21, 2026 | Central Gujarat Gujarat

Dahod: The Dahod Local Crime Branch (LCB) has arrested three men for allegedly cheating a gold merchant of 200 grams of gold biscuits worth Rs. 28.60 lakh by operating a fake office in the name of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank. Police have recovered the entire stolen property along with the vehicle used in the crime. Acc...Read More

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Dead rat found in Manchurian at Chinese food outlet in Surat; Video goes viral

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat Surat

Surat: A dead rat was allegedly found in a serving of Manchurian at a Chinese food outlet in the Sachin area of Surat, triggering concerns over food hygiene standards and prompting action by the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC). The incident took place at Jai Hanuman Chinese Center in Palli village under Ward No. 30 ...Read More

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GST Appellate Tribunal to begin hearing cases in Gujarat, DNH from August

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat

Ahmedabad: In a major relief for taxpayers and businesses, hearings before the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Appellate Tribunal in Gujarat and the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli are set to begin on August 3, nearly nine years after the GST regime was introduced. The tribunal will hear cases in Surat, Ahmedab...Read More

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Rajkot civic body seals 11 eateries, destroys 476 kg of stale food

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat Saurastra

Rajkot: The Food Department of the Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) carried out a major enforcement drive against food adulteration and unhygienic practices across the city, inspecting 64 food establishments and restaurants. During the drive, officials destroyed 476 kg of stale and inedible food on the spot after fin...Read More

#Rajkot #RMC

INDO-MIM Limited's IPO to Open on July 23

Jul 21, 2026 | Business

Ahmedabad: INDO-MIM Limited proposes to open an initial public offering of its equity shares of face value of ₹1 each on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The anchor investor bidding date is one working day prior to the bid/offer opening date, being Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The bid/offer closing date is Monday, July 27, 2026...Read More

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Tira Brings Viral K-Beauty Brand Dr. Melaxin to India

Jul 21, 2026 | Business

Mumbai: Tira, the omnichannel beauty destination from Reliance Retail, continues to expand its portfolio of globally sought-after beauty brands with the exclusive launch of Dr. Melaxin, the fast-rising South Korean dermo-cosmetic brand known for its science-led approach to skincare. The brand will be available exclu...Read More

#Reliance Industries Limited #Reliance Retail

IPE Global Signs MoU with Gujarat Skill Development Mission for She Works Initiative

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: IPE Global, a leading international development consultancy, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat Skill Development Mission (GSDM), Government of Gujarat, to advance the She Works initiative, an initiative dedicated to strengthening young women’s participation in ...Read More

SMC Water Supply to Be Disrupted in Parts of Surat on July 23 Due to DGVCL Work

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat Surat

Surat: Residents in several parts of Surat will face disruption in water supply on July 23 as the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has announced a temporary shutdown of the Dindoli Water Distribution Station for planned electrical maintenance by Dakshin Gujarat Vij Company Limited (DGVCL). According to the civic bo...Read More

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AMC Seals 25 Properties Over Fire Safety and Illegal Construction Violations

Jul 21, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Following the fire incident on July 18, 2026, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has launched a special drive to inspect the fire safety compliance and legal status of properties across the city. As part of the drive, a total of 25 properties were sealed on Tuesday during a joint operation carried ou...Read More

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McDonald's Outlet in Ahmedabad Sealed After Customer Gets Chicken Burger Instead of Veg Order

Jul 21, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: A McDonald's outlet in the Naroda area was sealed by the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) after a customer alleged that he was served a non-vegetarian burger instead of the vegetarian burger he had ordered online. According to the complaint, the customer placed an online order on the night of July 20 fro...Read More

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Day After Shela Sighting, Leopard Now 'Spotted' in Zundal of Ahmedabad

Jul 21, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Just a day after a leopard was spotted wandering in the Shela area of the city, another leopard sighting has now been reported from the Jhundal-Chandkheda area late Monday night. The two sightings, reported from locations over 25 km apart, come as the Forest Department continues its search-and-rescue operati...Read More

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Widespread Rains Lash Gujarat; Valsad, Navsari, Surat Hit by Heavy Downpour

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat South Gujarat Surat

Ahmedabad: Gujarat witnessed heavy rainfall in South Gujarat during the last 24 hours. The highest rainfall was recorded in Pardi taluka of Valsad district at 208 mm (8.19 inches). Khergam in Navsari district received 202 mm (7.95 inches). Heavy rainfall of 5 to 8 inches was recorded in several talukas of Valsad and Na...Read More

#Monsoon 2026 #Navsari #Rain #Valsad

Gujarat Govt Transfers 28 IAS Officers

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government on Tuesday carried out a major administrative reshuffle in the IAS cadre, transferring and appointing 28 officers across key departments, district administrations, municipal corporations and state public sector undertakings. Here is the list of IAS officers transferred as per the ...Read More

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Builder Booked for Duping Buyers by Selling Same Shops Twice in Valsad

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat South Gujarat

Valsad: A builder has been booked for allegedly cheating three buyers, including a retired schoolteacher, of nearly Rs 1.8 crore by allegedly selling the same commercial shops to multiple parties and later mortgaging them to a bank. The complaint was lodged at the Valsad Rural Police Station by retired teacher Bhula...Read More

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Tax Dispute Escalates Between Sanand GIDC Industries and Gram Panchayats

Jul 21, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: A tax dispute between industries in the Sanand GIDC estates and local gram panchayats has intensified, with panchayats allegedly refusing to accept professional tax payments from companies that have not cleared their property tax dues. The move has created compliance issues for industries, which argue tha...Read More

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Surat Man Alleges Rs 45 Lakh Gold Bars Swapped with Fake Ones in Canara Bank Locker

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat Surat

Surat: A 53-year-old businessman has alleged that three 100-gram gold bars, worth around Rs 45 lakh, were replaced with fake ones while kept in his bank locker. The alleged theft came to light after the family decided to move their valuables from the locker to their home. The complainant, Reenam Shah, who owns a pha...Read More

Aadhaar Linking Now Mandatory for Vehicle Ownership Transfer and NOC Services

Jul 21, 2026 | Gujarat India

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, ...Read More

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Gujarat Govt Destroys Seized Drugs Worth Rs 2,153 Crore; Dy CM Oversees Destruction at Dahej

Jul 21, 2026 | Central Gujarat Gujarat

Dahej: As part of the Gujarat government's drive towards a drug-free state, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Monday oversaw the destruction of narcotics worth Rs 2,153 crore at a special programme organised by Enviro Infrastructure Limited in Dahej, Bharuch, a press release said. According to the press release,...Read More

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ACB Gujarat Nabs Talati-Mantri and Aide in Decoy Bribe Trap

Jul 20, 2026 | Gujarat Surat

Surat: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Gujarat on Monday caught a Talati-cum-Mantri and a contractual computer operator red-handed in a decoy bribe trap. The accused allegedly accepted a bribe of Rs. 7,500 to assess a newly constructed residential house in Haldharu Gram Panchayat of Kamrej taluka in Surat district....Read More

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AMC Crackdown on Illegal Firecracker-Making Units in Ahmedabad: 300 Units Inspected in 2 Days

Jul 20, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: In the wake of the fatal firecracker factory blast in Ramol, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has launched a citywide fire safety enforcement drive, inspecting nearly 300 industrial and commercial units over the last two days and initiating action against suspected illegal and hazardous operations. ...Read More

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Personal Accident Cover in Bike Insurance: Why It Matters

Jul 20, 2026 | Business

Riding a two-wheeler offers convenience, flexibility, and cost-effective mobility for millions of people. However, it also comes with a higher level of exposure to road-related risks compared to many other vehicles. Even careful riders may encounter unforeseen situations that result in injuries or permanent disability....Read More

AMC Clerk Caught in ACB Gujarat Bribe Trap

Jul 20, 2026 | Ahmedabad Gujarat

Ahmedabad: The Gujarat Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Monday caught a junior clerk of the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) allegedly accepting a ₹2,000 bribe from a citizen for processing a property tax-related application. The accused has been identified as Jay Dinesh Kulkarni (33), a Class-III Junior Clerk in ...Read More

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IMD Issues High Wave Alert for Gujarat Coast; Fishermen Warned Against Venturing into Sea Till July 24

Jul 20, 2026 | Gujarat Saurastra South Gujarat

Ahmedabad: High waves of up to 4.3 metres are expected along several parts of the Gujarat coastline until July 21, prompting authorities to advise against marine activities and the operation of small vessels. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued high wave alerts for multiple coa...Read More

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Pavagadh Draws 3.84 Crore Devotees in 4 Years as Gujarat Executes ₹359-Crore Mega Master Plan

Jul 20, 2026 | Central Gujarat Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government is implementing a ₹359-crore Mega Master Plan to upgrade infrastructure and pilgrim facilities at the Mahakali Temple in Pavagadh, one of the state's most prominent religious and heritage destinations. The temple, along with the Champaner Archaeological Park, is part of the UNESCO ...Read More

#Champaner #Pavagadh

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

Jul 20, 2026 | India

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 th...Read More

63 Suspected Chandipura Virus Cases Reported in Gujarat So Far; 12 Test Positive

Jul 20, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: A total of 63 suspected Chandipura virus cases have been reported in Gujarat so far, of which 12 have tested positive, Health Minister Praful Pansheriya said after chairing a review meeting on the state's preparedness and response. Of the 12 confirmed cases, nine are from Gujarat and three are from Rajast...Read More

Understanding Hair Structure and What Keeps Hair Healthy

Jul 20, 2026 | Business

Most people only think about their hair when something goes wrong — it starts thinning, breaking, or falling out more than usual. But understanding how hair actually works, right from its structure, can help you make better decisions about how you care for it. The Basic Structure of Hair Hair is a protein filam...Read More

Gujarat Gas Hikes CNG Price by Rs 2

Jul 20, 2026 | Gujarat Surat

Surat: Gujarat Gas has increased the price of CNG by ₹2 per kg, with the revised rates coming into effect on Monday. Following the hike, CNG in Surat will now cost ₹85.01 per kg. The increase is expected to impact thousands of auto-rickshaw drivers, school van operators, and private vehicle owners who rely on CNG ...Read More

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Delhi - Daman Alliance Air Flight Diverted to Ahmedabad Airport Amid Bad Weather

Jul 20, 2026 | Ahmedabad Aviation Gujarat Travel

Ahmedabad: An Alliance Air flight from Delhi to Daman was unable to land at Daman airport on Monday morning due to bad weather and poor visibility. After two unsuccessful landing attempts, the pilot diverted the aircraft to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad as a precaution. According to avail...Read More

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