India’s upcoming Census 2027 will be conducted entirely in a digital format for the first time, which is a commendable initiative. As part of its preparation, certain blocks from both urban and rural areas of Gujarat have been selected for a pilot project (pre-test). Under this initiative, the advanced Census-Gujarat Web Portal has been launched […]
Gazette of India notification issued June 16, 2025, marking the formal commencement of the 16th Census. It will conducted in Two‑phase.Begins October 1, 2026 in snowbound areas (Ladakh, J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand), then rolls out nationwide. Population enumeration Begins March 1, 2027 (00:00 hrs), with data collected on demographics, socio-economics, religion, language, and—crucially—caste. Caste enumeration reinstated […]
Estimated population of Asiatic lions in Gujarat has increased to 891 according to the Lion Census conducted this month. Lion count went up by 217. Also animals were found outside the Gir National Park, their traditional habitat. They were found across 11 districts of Saurashtra including non-forested and coastal areas as per officials. Estimated population […]
