Gujarat
Gujarat’s Key Role in Pharmaceutical Exports to the USA
The state of Gujarat plays a crucial role in India’s pharmaceutical exports, particularly to the United States. Recently, a delegation from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) visited Gandhinagar…
US Tariff Hike Causes 100,000 Job Losses in Gujarat’s Diamond Sector
The diamond cutting and polishing industry in Gujarat’s Saurashtra region is in crisis. A steep increase in tariffs imposed by the United States has led to the loss of nearly…
Vendor Development Programme in Gujarat Promotes Defence Sector Growth
A significant event took place on August 11, 2025, in Gandhinagar at the Leela Hotel. The Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) organised the ‘Vendor Development Programme in Defence…
Gujarat Ranks 14th in Public Schools Despite Smart School Initiative
The Gujarat government has been promoting ‘smart’ schools, but the state still ranks low in the number of public schools. In the 2023-24 academic year, Gujarat has only 34,597 government…
Farmers Protest Against Toll Tax at Khemana Toll Plaza
Farmers in Gujarat are upset about the toll tax at Khemana Toll Plaza on the Palanpur-Abu Highway. They are calling for exemption from this toll tax. A meeting was held…
Grand Tiranga Yatra Held in Bhildi, Disa Taluka
A grand Tiranga Yatra took place in Bhildi, a town in Disa Taluka, Gujarat. The event began at the Shri Ichhapurn Hanuman Temple located at Bhildi Market Yard. It then…
Poor Response to Elite School Plan in Gujarat Raises Concerns
The Gujarat education department is facing challenges with its proposed Schools of Excellence (SoE) plan. This initiative aimed to designate around 50 elite schools, giving them the freedom to set…
Sanskrit Week Celebrated in Gujarat: A Celebration of Culture
The first state-level Sanskrit Week festival was held recently at the Gandhinagar Town Hall in Gujarat. The event was attended by various officials, including the Governor of Gujarat, Acharya Devvrat.…
Gun Culture on the Rise in Gujarat: Over 5,000 Licenses Issued in 5 Years
In Gujarat, the culture of gun ownership is growing rapidly. In the last five years, more than 5,200 people have obtained gun licenses. Ahmedabad leads with 690 licenses, followed by…
Tragic Road Accidents in Ahmedabad Claim Lives of Two Young Men
Ahmedabad has witnessed another tragic incident on the roads, as two young men lost their lives in a horrific accident near the Jhansi Ki Rani BRTS bus stand. The accident…
A Celebration of Tradition and Values in Gujarat
In Gujarat, a vibrant celebration took place that highlighted the importance of cultural values and traditions. The event featured a series of storytelling sessions, dance performances, and traditional rituals. These…
Tariff Crisis Hits Surat’s Diamond Export Industry Hard
Surat’s diamond industry is facing a significant crisis after the US announced a new 25% tariff on imports from India. This news comes just months before the critical Christmas season,…