• The initiative aims to empower 10 lakh women entrepreneurs across India through livelihood and enterprise support. • The first phase targets one lakh women in Maharashtra within the first year, creating new opportunities for grassroots entrepreneurs. • The programme has already enabled over 4,500 women in Mumbai to build sustainable livelihoods through skills training, […]
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Local Body Elections in Gujarat Likely in Third Week of April
Gujarat is already experiencing the onset of summer, and political heat is expected to rise along with soaring temperatures. Preparations for local self-government elections are reportedly underway. Considering the intense heat in May, the state is likely to conduct elections for 15 Municipal Corporations, 31 District Panchayats, Taluka Panchayats, and Municipalities before the vacation period. […]
EDII organizes ‘Empresario 2026 Annual Startup Summit on ‘NextGen Youth Innovators’
Ahmedabad, March 12, 2026: The Empresario 2026, Annual Startup Summit (3-day) of the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad commenced on March 12th at the Institute’s campus. Empresario Startup Summit 2026 is the 15th Annual Flagship Event organised on the theme of ‘NextGen Youth Innovators’. The event will conclude on March 14th 2026. Empresario Startup Summit is a national platform […]
Biographical Reading Session on Arun Mehta Held at Prin MC Shah Commerce College
Ahmedabad, March 12, 2026: A biographical reading session on noted diamond industrialist Shri Arun Mehta was organised jointly by the Central Library and Prin MC Shah Commerce College, both of which are part of Navgujarat Group of Colleges. The idea behind the event was to familiarise students with inspiring personalities and their life journeys. Students were […]
Udgam Trust honours 30+ women achievers holds maiden Women Startup Festival in association with iHub
Ahmedabad, March 10: Celebrating International Women’s Day, Udgam Charitable Trust, honoured 30+ women on Tuesday evening for their achievements in various sectors. The 17th Udgam Women’s Achievers Award also marked the inaugural Women Startup Festival organised in association with i-Hub Gujarat. The event held at KCG Auditorium drew over 250 entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and dignitaries […]
M. P. Ahammad, Chairman of Malabar Group, Conferred Maharashtrian of the Year Award 2026 by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis
Mumbai March 11, 2026: Mr. M.P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, has been honouredwith the prestigious Business Bhushan Award at the Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards 2026, in recognition of his visionary leadership and pivotal role in transforming the global jewellery retail landscapeand society at large. Held at the iconic Gateway of India, the awards […]
Severe Heat Wave Grips Gujarat; Rajkot Records 42°C, Alert Issued for Next 24 Hours
A strong heat wave continues to affect large parts of Gujarat, with temperatures soaring well above normal levels. According to weather observations recorded between 10 March and early morning of 11 March 2026, heat wave to severe heat wave conditions prevailed in many areas of Gujarat, while isolated pockets in Himachal Pradesh also experienced heat […]
Demand to Change Primary School Timings Amid Rising Heat
Amid rising temperatures, a fresh demand has been made to change the timings of primary schools in the interest of students. The Primary Teachers’ Association has written a letter to the Education Minister requesting that all primary schools start morning sessions from March 15. According to the association, the increasing heat poses a risk of […]
Gujarat ATS Busts Drug Export Racket: 22 Kg Etomidate Seized, Two Arrested Including Nikunj
Ahmedabad / Surat: The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has busted an international drug export racket and arrested two key accused, including Surat-based businessman Nikunj Gadhiya, in connection with the illegal export of the anesthetic drug etomidate. According to ATS officials, around 22 kg of etomidate stock was seized during the investigation after suspicious consignments were […]











