Three Gujaratis who have been awarded the Padma Shri (India’s fourth-highest civilian honour) for their distinguished contributions in various fields: Padma Shri Awardees from Gujarat (2026) Mir Haji Kasambhai – Awarded the Padma Shri in the field of Art (Folk Music/Dholak) for his remarkable contributions to folk and devotional music from Junagadh, Gujarat. Dharmiklal Pandya […]
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Ahmedabad Airport Hybrid Marijuana Worth ₹12.50 Crore Seized, Four Arrested
Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport has once again come under the radar of drug traffickers. However, due to the alertness of security and investigating agencies, a major drug smuggling attempt has been foiled with the seizure of high-value narcotics worth crores of rupees. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, authorities conducted intensive checks on passengers […]
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared highlights of his address in the 130th Episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’.
In a series of X posts, Shri Modi said; “The first #MannKiBaat episode of 2026 took place on National Voters’ Day. Let the becoming of a voter be an occasion of celebration. Afterall, being a voter is a great privilege and responsibility.”
Vizhinjam International Seaport enters next growth phase with ₹16,000 Cr expansion commitment
Vizhinjam’s early operating performance has redefined benchmarks for deep-water ports in India. Phase 2 forms part of the Adani Group’s ₹30,000 crore commitment, the largest private investment in Kerala. Port-led development strengthens Kerala’s logistics competitiveness and ease of doing business. Thiruvananthapuram, 24 January 2026: Vizhinjam International Seaport is set to enter a decisive new phase […]
Scotland replacing Bangladesh at T20 World Cup 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially removed Bangladesh from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and replaced them with Scotland just weeks before the tournament starts on 7 February 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. The decision came after prolonged negotiations between the ICC and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) failed to resolve […]
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addresses the 18th Rozgar Mela via video conferencing
In recent years, the Rozgar Mela has evolved into an institution and through it, lakhs of young people have received appointment letters in various government departments: PM Today, India stands among the youngest nations in the world; Our government is consistently striving to create new opportunities for the youth of India, both within the country […]
Atal Sarovar Inaugurated in Rajkot Emerges as Major Cultural and Recreational Hub, Attracts Over 1.4 Million Visitors
Rajkot, Gujarat: On May 1, 2024, marking Gujarat Foundation Day, Chief Minister Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel inaugurated Atal Sarovar in Rajkot, a landmark urban development project that has since become a major attraction for citizens and tourists alike. Since its inauguration, the lake has welcomed more than 1.4 million visitors, reflecting its growing popularity as a […]
Gujarat Expands Balika Panchayat Initiative to Empower Girls; CM Bhupendra Patel Highlights Leadership Vision
Gandhinagar: In a major step towards women empowerment and leadership development, the Gujarat government has expanded the Balika Panchayat initiative across the state, aiming to nurture leadership qualities, democratic values, and civic awareness among adolescent girls. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has emphasized that the programme will play a crucial role in shaping confident and socially […]
Zone-4 LCB Conducts Raid at Spa in New Naroda Area of Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad: The Zone-4 Local Crime Branch (LCB) carried out a raid at a spa located at Ashirwad Avenue near Haridarshan Crossroads in the New Naroda area of Ahmedabad. The raid was conducted following specific inputs, and officials inspected the premises as part of an ongoing operation against illegal activities. Further details regarding the findings of […]
Heritage Route Development Gains Momentum in Ahmedabad; Calico Dome to Be Revamped
Ahmedabad: The development of Ahmedabad’s iconic Heritage Route is progressing at full speed, with civic authorities stepping up efforts to enhance the city’s historic core and improve the experience for tourists and residents alike. As part of the project, the Calico Dome is also set to be developed, adding further value to the heritage precinct. […]











