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IT Dept Searches at Jewellery Showroom in Vadodara

Sep 03, 2026 | GujaratVadodara

Vadodara: The Income Tax (IT) Department has been conducting a search operation at the showroom of CH Jewellers in Alkapuri, one of Vadodara's prominent commercial areas, since early Thursday morning. It is learnt that a large number of IT officials and employees reached the jewellery showroom and began examining do...Read More

Surat Civic Body Fines Hotel After Customer Finds Dead Insect in Dal Tadka

Sep 03, 2026 | GujaratSurat

Surat: A dead cockroach was allegedly found in a food parcel purchased from Radhakrishna Hotel in the Piplod area, prompting the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) Health and Food Department to conduct an inspection and impose a fine of ₹5,000 on the hotel operator. The incident came to light after a local resident...Read More

History-Sheeter Bhavesh Jhiliya Held Under PASA, Sent to Bhuj Jail

Sep 03, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratKutch

Ahmedabad: Sarkhej police have detained Bhavesh Rabari, alias Bhavesh Jhiliya, a member of Patan’s notorious ‘Mastani Gang’ and an accused in multiple criminal cases, under the Prevention of Anti-Social Activities Act (PASA) and sent him to Bhuj Central Jail. Jhiliya, who is facing more than 20 criminal cases ...Read More

Two FIRs Over Rs 4.96 Crore SBI Loan Fraud in Ahmedabad

Sep 03, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Gandhinagar: The Economic Offences Prevention Branch of Gandhinagar CID Crime has registered two FIRs alleging fraud and criminal breach of trust involving loans totalling Rs 4.96 crore from SBI’s SME CG Road Branch in Ahmedabad, now merged with the SME Laghu Udyog Branch. According to complaints by SBI Assistant ...Read More

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Kotambi Stadium in Vadodara to Host Inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy Matches in 2027

Vadodara: The Vadodara International Cricket Stadium, aka Kotambi Stadium, will host matches of the inaugural ICC Women’s Champions Trophy 2027, with the six-team tournament scheduled to be played in India from February 14 to 28 next year. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that the tournament w...Read More

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ACB Gujarat Nabs Another Cop in Bribe Case

Sep 03, 2026 | GujaratNorth Gujarat

Himmatnagar: Another policeman was caught accepting a Rs 1,000 bribe during an Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) trap in Himmatnagar on Thursday. The accused has been identified as Dilipbhai Babubhai Bodar, who is posted as a Head Constable at Himmatnagar Rural Police Station. According to the ACB, the accused demanded a...Read More

GSPCA, Forest Dept Rescue Turtles, Parrots in Vadodara From Illegal Captivity

Sep 03, 2026 | GujaratVadodara

Vadodara: In a drive to prevent wildlife from being kept illegally in the city, the Gujarat Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (GSPCA), along with the Forest Department, rescued eight parrots and two turtles from different locations in Vadodara. The action was taken as part of a campaign being conducted by...Read More

Premier of Gujarati Movie Asambhauuu Held in Ahmedabad

Sep 03, 2026 | EntertainmentFilmMovies

Ahmedabad: The premiere of Gujarati film 'Asambhauuu' was held today in Ahmedabad. Organized by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures and Janock Films, the presence of the film fraternity, media and invited guests marked the event. According to film makers - 'Asambhauuu' is an entertainment film, which focuses on the love, a...Read More

Gujarat Govt Orders Quarterly Inspections of All Helipads to Ensure Operational Readiness

Sep 03, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: Helipads play a vital role in disaster management, medical emergencies, relief and rescue operations, and visits by dignitaries. To ensure their immediate and smooth use during emergencies, the State Government has directed concerned officials to ensure regular and strict maintenance of all existing helipa...Read More

Morbi Ceramic Industry Faces Natural Gas Price Hike; Shifts to Propane

Sep 03, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Morbi: Gujarat Energy Ltd (GEL), formerly Gujarat Gas, has raised the industrial natural gas price for Morbi’s ceramic and tile industry by Rs 11 per standard cubic metre (SCM), from Rs 79 to Rs 90/SCM, excluding 6% VAT, effective September 2. The hike has raised concerns among ceramic manufacturers, who fear high...Read More

6,144 Litres of ‘Adulterated’ Ghee, Edible Oils Seized in Surat, Deesa Raids

Sep 03, 2026 | GujaratNorth GujaratSurat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat Food and Drugs Control Administration (FDCA) has stepped up its crackdown on food adulteration, seizing over 6,000 litres of suspected adulterated ghee and edible oils worth around Rs 35 lakh during raids in Surat and Deesa. The biggest seizure was made at a factory in Kamrej taluka of Surat...Read More

Vadodara Couple Held at Ahmedabad Airport With 1.9 Kg Hydroponic Marijuana

Sep 03, 2026 | AhmedabadAviationGujaratTravel

Ahmedabad: A team of the Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) of the Customs Department intercepted a couple from Vadodara in their fifties and seized 1.928 kg of hydroponic marijuana from their baggage at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (SVPI) Airport in the city on Wednesday. According to the Customs Department, the...Read More

JioHotstar Makes Global Debut in UK, Canada and Singapore

Sep 02, 2026 | Business

Mumbai: JioHotstar today announced its international launch across the UK, Canada and Singapore. The launch goes beyond taking JioHotstar’s extensive entertainment catalogue to new markets. It brings audiences a new way to discover, watch and engage with entertainment combining 160K+ hours of content across 12+ langu...Read More

Vadodara Civic Body Seals Gayatri Bhavan Hotel Over Lack of FSSAI Licence

Sep 02, 2026 | GujaratVadodara

Vadodara: Amid a drive against littering in public places and violations of hygiene norms, the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) on Wednesday sealed a hotel and a bakery and took action against several other violators. The VMC Health Department closed Gayatri Bhavan Hotel near Vadodara Railway Station after findi...Read More

AMC to Add 700 Smart Parking Spaces in Two More Areas

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is set to expand its smart parking network with around 700 additional smart parking systems planned in the Makarba and Science City areas. The development comes a day after the launch of a smart parking facility on CG Road. The proposal was discussed during the week...Read More

AMC Expands Digital Queue System for Property Name Transfer Services

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has introduced the LogBook360 Smart Queue Management System for property name transfer services to reduce waiting time and streamline citizen services at its zonal offices. The system, implemented in collaboration with GlobalVox, is currently operational at seven AM...Read More

Gujarat Revenue Dept’s E-Dhara, iORA and AnyROR Portals to Remain Closed for 4 Days

Sep 02, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: As maintenance work is being carried out on the major digital portals E-Dhara, iORA and AnyROR operated by the Revenue Department, important online operations and services of the Registration Division will remain closed from 11:30 PM today, September 2, until 11:30 PM on September 6, 2026, the Gujarat gove...Read More

AMC Plans New Entertainment Zones at Six Kankaria Lakefront Sites on PPP Model

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Kankaria Lakefront could soon have more options for visitors to spend their leisure time, with the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) inviting private players to propose new entertainment and recreational attractions at six locations under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The six identifie...Read More

Western Railway to Operate Gandhinagar - Dwarka Special Trains for Janmashtami

Sep 02, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Ahmedabad: Western Railway’s Ahmedabad division will operate special trains between Gandhinagar Capital and Dwarka on September 3, 4 and 5 to cater to the expected rush of passengers during Janmashtami. Train No. 09521 will depart from Gandhinagar Capital at 8 pm and reach Dwarka at 5:50 am the next day. In the retu...Read More

Gujarat to Hold VGGS 2027 Roadshow in Mumbai on Sept 3

Sep 02, 2026 | Gujarat

Mumbai: Following the New Delhi Curtain Raiser of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2027, a roadshow will be held in Mumbai on September 3, 2026, at The Taj Mahal Palace, Colaba. The roadshow will provide a platform to further strengthen Gujarat’s engagement with the global diplomatic and business community a...Read More

Gujarat Govt Approves ₹133 Crore Development Works at 10 Pilgrimage and Tourist Destinations

Sep 02, 2026 | Gujarat

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has approved development works worth around Rs. 133.41 crore at 10 key religious and tourist sites across the state. The projects aim to improve basic infrastructure and facilities for devotees and tourists at pilgrimage sites and tourist destinations. Details of the approved deve...Read More

FUJIFILM Opens New Ahmedabad Office; to Serve as India HQ for Electronic Materials Business

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadBusinessGujaratIndia

Ahmedabad: FUJIFILM India, a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Corporation, Japan, recently announced the opening of its new office in Ahmedabad. The company stated that the FUJIFILM India's businesses already have a strong user base and presence in the city, making the new office a natural next step in the company's growth jo...Read More

Air India Express Set to Resume Direct Surat - Sharjah Flights from November

Sep 02, 2026 | AviationGujaratIndiaSuratTravel

Surat: Air India Express is set to resume direct flights between Surat and Sharjah from November, with bookings already open for the service under the upcoming winter schedule. Initially, the airline will operate the service once a week, with the frequency likely to be increased to three or four days a week later, depe...Read More

Gujarat Liquor Permit System Upgraded, Face Recognition Replaces Fingerprints

Sep 02, 2026 | Gujarat

Surat: The Gujarat Prohibition and Excise Department has upgraded its Liquor and Excise Management System, replacing biometric fingerprint verification with face recognition for issuing liquor to permit holders across the state. With the implementation of the new system from September 1, around 55,000 valid liquor p...Read More

AMC Proposes Local Area Plan to Revamp 3.3 Sq Km Around Ahmedabad Railway Station

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is preparing a Local Area Plan (LAP) for a 3.3 sq km area surrounding Kalupur railway station and has submitted a proposal to the standing committee for the appointment of a consultant. The Kalupur railway station is currently undergoing redevelopment, while a bulle...Read More

Ex-Anand Addl. Collector Ketki Vyas Denied Bail in Disproportionate Assets Case

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadCentral GujaratGujarat

Ahmedabad: The City Civil and Sessions Court here has rejected the regular bail application of Ketki Vyas, former Residential Additional Collector (R), Anand, in a disproportionate assets case registered by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB). The ACB registered the FIR on June 22 this year under the provisions of the Pr...Read More

15 Districts in Gujarat Rain Deficient in Monsoon 2026 So Far

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Gandhinagar: Gujarat has recorded around 15% below-normal rainfall so far this monsoon season, with the state receiving 514.3 mm against the normal 605.1 mm between June 1 and September 2, according to the latest data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ahmedabad. The latest district-wise data shows that...Read More

Amit Shah’s upcoming Gujarat visit likely cancelled

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujaratPolitics

Gandhinagar: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah’s three-day visit to Gujarat, scheduled from September 3 to 5, has been cancelled, according to reports. Shah was scheduled to attend several programmes during his visit, including the inauguration and launch of various development projects in Gandhinagar ...Read More

CBI Probes ₹40 Lakh Bribe Demand to ‘Settle’ CGST Vigilance Complaint in Ahmedabad

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched a probe into an alleged ₹40 lakh demand made to a senior CGST official in exchange for getting a departmental complaint against him withdrawn. The case was registered by the CBI’s Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Gandhinagar, after a CGST superintend...Read More

Man Abuses, Threatens AMC Employee With Knife Over ‘Pet’ Dog Impounding

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Ahmedabad: A man allegedly abused and threatened an Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) employee with a knife after civic staff impounded his unregistered pet dog in Sarkhej on Monday. According to a complaint filed with Sarkhej police, Nitin Solanki, 45, is posted with the AMC’s Cattle Nuisance Control Department...Read More

Bhavnagar Hooch Tragedy: Cop Held for Links With Prime Accused

Sep 02, 2026 | GujaratSaurastra

Bhavnagar: The Gujarat Police’s State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested a constable for allegedly maintaining regular contact with the prime accused in the Bhavnagar hooch tragedy, which has claimed at least 13 lives. The arrested constable, Rajdeepsinh Gohil, 35, was posted with the ASP squad of the Bhavnagar rura...Read More

6 Kg Hydroponic Ganja Seized at Ahmedabad Airport; Myanmar Woman Held

Sep 02, 2026 | AhmedabadAviationGujaratTravel

Ahmedabad: Customs officials seized 6.07 kg of hydroponic ganja at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport after a narcotics sniffer dog alerted officers to a suspicious trolley bag. The Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) of Ahmedabad Customs intercepted a female foreign national of Myanmar origin who had arrived from...Read More

Hub-and-Spoke International Flight Operations Launched at Ahmedabad Airport

Sep 01, 2026 | AhmedabadAviationGujaratIndiaTravel

Ahmedabad: Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Tuesday launched hub-and-spoke international flight operations at Ahmedabad airport, making it the third airport in the country, after Amritsar and Varanasi, to be integrated into India’s hub-and-spoke infrastructure for international passenger traffic. T...Read More

Gujarat likely to receive below-normal rainfall in September: IMD

Sep 01, 2026 | AhmedabadGujarat

Gandhinagar: Gujarat is likely to receive below-normal rainfall in September, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting light to moderate rain at isolated places across the state in the coming days. Strong winds of up to 25 knots are also likely along parts of the Gujarat coast. According to the IMD...Read More

Tesla Opens First Approved Body Shop in Ahmedabad; 7th in India

Sep 01, 2026 | AhmedabadBusinessGujaratIndia

Ahmedabad: Tesla has expanded its customer support infrastructure in Gujarat with the launch of a Tesla-Approved Body Shop (TAB) in Ahmedabad, offering vehicle owners access to genuine parts, trained technicians and collision repair services in line with Tesla’s standards. The new facility is expected to strengthe...Read More