Surat: Shiv Residency residents sceptical despite safety nod
Residents of Surat's Shiv Residency remain fearful after a wall collapse, delaying their return home despite SVNIT declaring the buildings safe. SMC offers new independent tests.
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Botswana President's Surat Visit to Boost Diamond, Solar Ties
Surat's trade bodies are elated as Botswana's President Duma Boko plans a Jan 2026 visit, unlocking major opportunities in diamonds, solar energy, and textiles. A massive $4 billion renewable energy MoU has already been signed. Read more!
VP: US-India Trade Deal Breakthrough is a Matter of Time
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan assures apparel exporters that a trade deal with the US is imminent. Despite 50% tariffs, India's exports grew 22% in November. Read more on India's $100 bn textile export target.
India-Oman Trade Pact Opens New Doors for Textile Exports
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) promises zero-duty access for Indian textiles, boosting exports and creating over 100,000 jobs. Explore the strategic benefits.
Shiv Residency in Surat declared safe, residents can return
SMC committee finds Shiv Residency structures safe after Bhimrad wall collapse. Residents offered third-party inspection. Read the latest updates and official statements.
Kalaburagi PM Mitra Textile Project Delayed, Jobs in Jeopardy
The PM Mitra mega textile project in Kalaburagi faces severe delays, risking 1,00,000 direct jobs. Public anger grows as state govt's lack of interest stalls the Rs 10,000 crore investment. Read why this critical project is lagging.
Welspun Living Becomes World No. 1 in S&P ESG Ranking
Welspun Living achieves the top global ESG score in Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods for 2025 by S&P Global. Discover how this Indian giant leads in sustainability.
Surat Weaving Strike Halts 1,500 Units, 15,000 Workers Protest
A massive strike by weaving unit workers in Surat's Pandesara and Bhestan has forced 1,500 units to shut down. Nearly 15,000 workers demand higher wages after failed negotiations. Read the full story.
Deep cavity on Surat road near metro corridor raises concerns
A 10-15-foot-deep cavity emerged on a Surat road near the metro corridor, causing alarm. Officials attribute it to loose backfilling from utility work, not tunnelling. Read the full report on the safety measures taken.
Indore's New Waste Cloth Processing Plant Aims for Cleaner City
Indore Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 2 crore Waste Cloth Processing Plant at Devguradia Trenching Ground. The PPP project will convert textile waste into reusable yarn, generating monthly revenue and boosting the city's 'Waste to Wealth' model. Read
Surat Diamond Unit Fire: 60 Workers Rescued Safely
A major fire at Riza Gems in Surat's Kapodra area trapped night shift workers. Swift action by firefighters led to the safe rescue of all 60 employees. Read the full report.
Surat's Mega Diamond Bourse Remains Largely Vacant
The Surat Diamond Bourse, the world's largest office building, remains mostly empty years after launch. Discover the challenges and future plans for this Rs 3,200 crore hub.
Surat Police Raid Hookah Shops, Seize 738 Hookahs
Surat SOG police raided three hookah outlets in City Light, seizing 738 hookahs, including AK-47 shaped designs. Three owners detained. Details on the crackdown inside.
Sugarcane flows from UP to Haryana over ₹15 price gap
Uttar Pradesh sugarcane farmers are selling to Haryana mills for higher SAP, sparking a cross-border price war. This trend may force states to reconsider cane pricing policies. Read more.
Siddipet Batik Vies for GI Tag, Celebrates Rural Telangana Art
Telangana's unique Siddipet Batik paintings, depicting rural life, are in the race for a Geographical Indication tag. Learn about this art form's journey and its special techniques. Read more!
Two Arrested for Murder of Surat Textile Worker
Surat police arrest two men for the murder of Gagan Das in Sachin GIDC. The killing followed an argument over filming in a park. Read the full investigation details.
Dibrugarh Uses Geo Bags, Porcupines to Shield Riverbank
Dibrugarh deploys US-made geo textile bags and porcupine structures along the Brahmaputra to combat erosion ahead of monsoon. WRD engineers explain the dual-strategy for sustainable bank protection.
Stars Helen & Rajat Bedi Attend Punjab Craft Fashion Show
Veteran actor Helen and Rajat Bedi attended a dazzling fashion show in Amritsar celebrating Punjab's rich craft heritage. The event highlighted Phulkari, handlooms, and sustainable fashion.
New Textile & Tourism Centre Opens in Meghalaya's Nongpoh
Union Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated an Integrated Textile & Tourism Centre in Meghalaya, pledging new Weavers' Service Centres across the Northeast to boost the region's silk and handloom heritage.
Surat Sets Up Designated Dog Feeding Zones to Improve Safety
Surat Municipal Corporation installs public notice boards for designated dog feeding spots across 30 wards. This initiative aims to reduce dog bite incidents and follows Supreme Court directives. Read more.
Surat Textile Workers Strike for Wage Hike After Colleague's Death
A worker's death triggered a major strike in Surat's Bamroli textile hub, halting 150 units. Workers demand higher wages as owners and police negotiate. Read the full story.
Surat to Develop Dedicated Yoga Studios Across All Zones
Surat Municipal Corporation launches a citywide yoga studio project, starting with a Rs 1.45 crore facility in Nana Varachha. Aiming to boost public wellness, the studio will host 64 people. Read more.
Gadkari Sanctions Two Flyovers in Surat's Hazira Area
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari greenlights two flyovers on NH-53 in Surat to ease industrial traffic. The Rs 190.69 crore project will benefit Hazira and Ichhapore. Read more.
World's Darkest Fabric Created, Inspired by Bird Feathers
Cornell University researchers develop an ultrablack textile absorbing 99.87% light, inspired by bird-of-paradise feathers. This flexible fabric could revolutionise fashion, solar tech, and camouflage.
Surat Couple's Private CCTV Videos Leaked Online
A Surat couple faces trauma after intimate CCTV footage from their Vesu apartment went viral on social media. Police probe hacking & privacy breach under BNS and IT Act. Read more.
Surat Doctor Dies in Hit-and-Run on Sahara Gate Bridge
Dr. Shefali Kalaigar, a 26-year-old paediatric resident at Surat's New Civil Hospital, died from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run accident on Monday. Police search for the unknown driver.
1925: The Day India Abolished Cotton Excise Duty
On March 1, 1925, the Indian government abolished the excise duty on cotton, a landmark move that revitalized the domestic textile industry and boosted economic self-reliance. Discover the full story behind this pivotal fiscal decision.
Drunk man assaults Surat traffic cop on duty
A 23-year-old traffic constable in Surat was assaulted by a drunk man while responding to an accident. The accused has been booked under multiple charges. Read the full details.
Signoria Creation Acquires 60% in Herble Prints
Signoria Creation Limited announces a strategic acquisition of a 60% stake in Herble Prints Private Limited for Rs 4.5 crore, expanding its textile portfolio. Read the full details.
Ramkumar Sankarapandian Makes Major Entry into India's Textile Sector
Business leader Ramkumar Sankarapandian acquires two textile units in Surat, marking a strategic entry into India's textile sector. This major move signals new investment and growth for the industry. Read more.
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