Gujarat govt eases liquor rules in GIFT City, allowing non-resident visitors to drink with just a photo ID. New norms boost hospitality and aim to attract global talent for CWG 2030 and Olympics 2036 ambitions.
Residents of Surat's Shiv Residency return home after SVNIT declares towers safe post-retention wall collapse. SMC bore costs for independent safety tests. Read the full story.
A massive fire gutted furniture and garment warehouses in Surat's Godadara, raising serious questions about fire safety norms and municipal oversight. Read the full report on the incident and its implications.
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.
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!
Chennai launches its third electric bus depot at Poonamallee, adding 125 new low-floor e-buses to MTC's fleet. The move, part of a World Bank-backed initiative, aims to cut pollution and boost public transport. Read more.
SMC committee finds Shiv Residency structures safe after Bhimrad wall collapse. Residents offered third-party inspection. Read the latest updates and official statements.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Paris is the world's most attractive city for the 5th year. Europe dominates the top 10, while London's ranking continues to fall. Discover the full list and key trends shaping global travel in 2025.
Bengaluru's BMTC has launched 50 new non-AC bus services on key routes to improve public transport. The move aims to reduce traffic congestion and offer affordable travel options.
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.
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.
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.
Prince Patel, 18, died after losing control of his KTM bike near Breadliner Circle in Surat. He was not wearing a helmet and was known for social media reels of high-speed stunts.
Surat police recover 8.88kg of hydroponic cannabis worth Rs 3.11 crore from a flyer from Thailand. The accused, a seasoned smuggler, faces further investigation. Read the full story.
Justice A.S. Supehia inaugurates a new emergency medical care centre at Surat District Court complex. The facility, staffed daily, aims to provide immediate medical aid during court hours. Read more about this vital initiative.
TTD announces major eco-initiative: Replacing all conventional vehicles with electric vehicles at Tirumala to reduce pollution. 10-year plan to increase forest cover from 32% to 45%.
Explore the legal battle for Varanasi's holy city status, the challenges in implementation, and what it means for India's spiritual capital. Learn about the PIL and government response.
BMTC launches new AC bus service on NICE Road connecting Electronics City to Madavara. Faster than Metro with fewer transfers, Rs 110 fare. Commuters welcome relief from crowded trains.
26-year-old BLO Dinkal Singodawala was found dead in her Surat apartment bathroom. Police have initiated an accidental death probe as the community mourns the loss.
Surat emerges as India's brightest city in stunning ISS night images, rivaling global hubs Tokyo and Singapore. Discover how this Gujarat city achieved this remarkable transformation.
Surat District Cricket Association president Kanaiyalal Contractor arrested for allegedly forging documents to secure Rs 2.92 crore loan. Read the full details of the cheating case.