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Gujarat allocates Rs 301 crore for 2030 Commonwealth Games, forms organising company

Gujarat's government has allocated Rs 301 crore for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. This significant funding includes Rs 200 crore for the required host fee payment. A company named Amdavad 2030 Commonwealth Games Organisation was established for planning. Consultations have occurred with Commonwealth Sport and international sports federations. Preparations are underway…

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FDA Halts Shipments from an Indian Plant That Supplied Sildenafil and Tadalafil to U.S. Compounding Pharmacies

FDA inspectors found residue, corrosion, and open-toed sandals at a Gujarat plant supplying U.S. compounding pharmacies. Shipments are halted.

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BAPS and its celibate monks: The organisation at the centre of the Eiffel Tower row

A Hindu religious organisation has come under fire in Paris, France after female employees at the Eiffel Tower were allegedly asked to move away or make themselves “invisible” during a private visit by its delegation. This prompted staff to strike and force the iconic landmark to close on September 7.

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Gujarat: PM Modi lays foundation stone of development projects worth Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed using power and positions for public service. He praised Gujarat BJP workers for their commitment to people's welfare. Modi inaugurated development projects worth over Rs 35,000 crore in Vadodara. He highlighted public participation in Navsari's cleanliness and malnutrition-free initiatives. Such service efforts earn blessings, which…

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92 National Film Award winners to be felicitated at Statue of Unity, special German aluminum structural dome to be erected

The 72nd National Film Awards will honor 92 winners on September 22, 2026. This prestigious ceremony will take place at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat. It marks the first time the event is held outside of Delhi. A German aluminium dome will be erected for the grand national event.…

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Inside the Maharajas' Express: The Cabins, Routes and People Who Actually Book India's Most Luxury Train

What You Are Actually BuyingThe cheapest berth on the Maharajas' Express starts at roughly $4,000 per person for a five-night itinerary. That number stops most people cold, and then they read it again to check they haven't misplaced a zero. They haven't. The Presidential Suite, one of two on the…

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India's coastal security to see serious action in next two years: Amit Shah says MHA will move forward 'very seriously'

Amit Shah emphasised the need to strengthen coastal security over the next two years. He called on Western states to take the lead in implementing the new criminal laws and tackling drug-related issues. Shah also highlighted the economic importance of the Western region, describing it as India’s ‘WEST Engine’, while…

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DP Abhushan targets 51 stores, Rs 15,000 crore revenue by FY30

The company is entering Chhattisgarh with a store in Raipur. In Maharashtra, it is exploring Nagpur and Nasik, and Dahod and Baroda in Gujarat, a company executive said.

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Ten dead after consuming spurious liquor in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district

Nine individuals died and others fell ill after consuming spurious liquor in Sagar district. Two additional deaths occurred around the same time but remain unlinked. Local officials confirmed nine deaths from the illegal alcohol consumption in two villages. The incident follows a similar tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district last month.…

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Regional Saree Drapes Beyond the Nivi Style and What Each One Was Designed to Let You Do

The Maharashtrian Kashtha: Built for Ground-Level WorkThe Kashtha, also called the nauvari because it runs nine yards, is pulled between the legs and tucked at the back, creating a dhoti-like silhouette. Women in Maharashtra who wore this drape were working, in fields, in kitchens with low chulhas, at grinding stones.…

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Congress appoints Sachin Pilot as Punjab in-charge, Surjewala gets Gujarat, Baghel moved to Assam

The All India Congress Committee announced significant party functionary appointments and reassignments. Sachin Pilot is now General Secretary In-charge for Punjab, and Randeep Singh Surjewala for Gujarat. Bhupesh Baghel has been appointed General Secretary In-charge of Assam state. Several other leaders received new responsibilities for various state units. These changes…

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NCLAT sets aside Zaveri Group's bid for Gujarat Hydrocarbons and Power SEZ

The NCLAT has overturned Zaveri Group's resolution plan for GHPSL. This decision mandates a restart of the insolvency process with new bids. The appellate tribunal cited an unverified presumption regarding SEZ de-notification. It also highlighted errors in the initial information memorandum provided. Consequently, fresh expressions of interest will now be…

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Ceigall India receives LOI for Rs 5,300-cr transmission project in Gujarat

Ceigall India has received a letter of intent for a major transmission system project. This project, valued at Rs 5,300 crore, will be developed in Gujarat. It involves building a substation and transmission lines to evacuate renewable energy. The company will receive annual charges for thirty-five years after execution. This…

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Gujarat likely to attract Rs 75,000 crore investments this year: ASSOCHAM Secy Gen

Gujarat is expected to attract investments of over Rs 75,000 crore this year as the state continues to encourage businesses to set up operations, create products and boost exports, said Saurabh Sanyal, Secretary General of ASSOCHAM.

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Wife living in London gives POA to family friend to manage his Vadodara property, friend gifts it to son and daughter-in-law; husband files case and wins in Gujarat HC

Mr Purshotam Ranchhodbhai Pankhania and his late wife living in London trusted their friend and gave him the POA to manage their India property; friend broke trust, grabs it and gifts the property to his son and daughter-in-law; Gujarat HC declares the gift deed void and gives owner relief. Know…

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28-year-old secured H-1B visa after 2 years, but left US just 2 months later; explains the reason behind quitting a six figure job and returning home without another offer

A 28-year-old Indian data scientist left her six-figure US job just two months after her employer-sponsored H-1B was selected, returning to Gurugram without another offer. Her decision comes amid wider uncertainty around H-1B workers, proposed H-4 EAD restrictions and a rush among some Gujarat families towards EB-5 permanent residency.

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India's Mangroves Store More Carbon Than Rainforests, And Coastal Deforestation Is Erasing Them Fast

The numbers that should change how you think about mangrovesA single hectare of mangrove forest stores up to 1,000 tonnes of carbon in its soil, roughly four to five times more than a comparable patch of tropical rainforest. The reason is structural. Mangroves grow at the edge of land and…

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What Traditional Mehndi Patterns Are Telling You About the Unrecognised Art History of Indian Women

The archive that washed off every timeYour nani never called herself an artist. She sat cross-legged on a chowki before your cousin's wedding, a cone of henna in her hand, and drew from somewhere that had no name, no sketchbook, no reference print, no teacher she could point to. The…

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September 2026 holiday list: Which days will banks, schools and offices be closed?

September 2026 brings several holidays for banks, schools, government offices and, in some cases, corporate workplaces across India. Key dates include Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, Vishwakarma Puja, Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi and Anant Chaturdashi. Holiday schedules will differ by state, department, school and company, so employees, students and customers should check…

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Over 40,000 reforms carried out in last decade for ease of business; Gujarat emerges as front-runner: DPIIT Secy

State governments have implemented over 40,000 reforms in the past decade. Gujarat leads these efforts, enhancing the ease of doing business significantly. India is recognized as a fast-growing economy and attractive investment destination. Government initiatives and free trade agreements promote industrial competitiveness and quality. Gujarat aims for a USD 3.5…

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Gujarat families rush to secure EB-5 visa for US permanent residency amid H-1B uncertainty

Families from Gujarat are increasingly seeking US permanent residency through the EB-5 investor visa program. This surge is driven by H-1B visa uncertainties and the exhaustion of EB-5 visas for India in fiscal year 2026. Parents are funding their children's EB-5 applications to secure long-term US pathways. The minimum investment…

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7 Beautiful Krishna Traditions India Celebrates Differently

What does Janmashtami look like across India? In one place, thousands cheer as a human pyramid reaches a hanging pot. Somewhere else, tiny Krishna footprints are drawn from the doorway. In Udupi, a colourful procession brings Krishna’s childhood stories to life, while Kerala celebrates the festival as Ashtami Rohini. These…

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Banni Grasslands of Kutch: What India's Largest Grassland Holds and What Is Erasing Its Wildlife

A Grassland That Doesn't Look Like OneMost people picture a grassland as something lush and open, rolling green, the kind of place that announces itself. Banni does the opposite. It sits on the northern edge of the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, a flat, sun-baked plain that looks, to an…

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India Mangrove Forests Beyond the Sundarbans: Gujarat, Odisha and Karnataka Coastal Ecosystems Worth Visiting

Gujarat: The Largest Mangrove Cover Outside the SundarbansGujarat holds roughly 1,140 square kilometres of mangrove forests along its coastline, the second-largest mangrove cover in India after West Bengal. The Gulf of Kutch, in particular, carries stands of Avicennia marina so dense that the canopy closes overhead at mid-tide. The Marine…

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7 Things Every Indian With Sickle Cell Trait Should Know About Their Health

You are a carrier, not a patient, but the distinction has limitsSickle cell trait means you inherited one copy of the HbS gene and one normal copy. Your body produces both haemoglobin A and haemoglobin S. Under ordinary conditions, you will not have a sickle cell crisis. The Indian Council…

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