UNBELIEVABLE: 10 | History Defined

Why Sustainable Fashion in India Is Not the Same as the Western Slow Fashion Movement

A language that doesn't quite fitSlow fashion, as a movement, was built to solve a specific Western problem: decades of disposable clothing bought cheaply, worn twice, and landfilled. The guilt was real. So was the corrective vocabulary, capsule wardrobes, ethical consumption, conscious buying. When that language arrived in India, it…

Times Life · Jul 20

Nine killed, six injured in blast at illegal firecracker factory in Ahmedabad

Nine people died and six were injured after a powerful explosion at an illegal firecracker factory. The blast occurred Saturday afternoon in Gujarat's Ahmedabad city, triggering a significant fire. Injured individuals were promptly shifted to local hospitals for urgent medical treatment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief and announced financial…

The Economic Times · Jul 18

The Sarus Crane Mates for Life: The Biology of Monogamy and the Reality of Grief

The tallest flying bird in the world, and what it chose to do with thatGrus antigone, the sarus crane, stands up to 1.8 metres tall, making it the tallest flying bird on the planet. It lives across the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia, but its stronghold is the…

Times Life · Jul 18

In-principle nod to 2 maritime projects, including Rs 1,570 cr ship repair facility in Gujarat

Two strategic maritime projects in Gujarat have received in-principle approval from the shipping ministry. A Rs 1,570-crore ship repair facility will be built at Vadinar in the Gulf of Kutch. This facility will include a new jetty and floating dry docks for large vessels. A greenfield shipbuilding cluster is also…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Planning a Trip? 7 Best Hill Stations in India to Explore

This monsoon session is generally believed to be one of the most beautiful times to visit the Indian hill stations. There are less crowds,best prices, and the surroundings turn thick green, which is hard to spot during other seasons. Nonetheless, safety is becoming a real worry for tourists in this…

MyLifeXP · Jul 14

Two of Gujarat's leading Agricultural products, Unjha Cumin and Fennel, receive GI tag

Unjha Cumin and Unjha Fennel have received prestigious Geographical Indication tags. This recognition strengthens their brand value and global market presence significantly. The GI tags will improve market value and enhance export opportunities for these spices. Farmers' incomes are expected to increase, boosting the local agricultural economy. Gujarat's portfolio of…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

BJP's Satish Patel, Cong's Bhikhabhai Rabari file nomination papers for Gujarat's Manjalpur bypoll

Candidates from ruling BJP and opposition Congress filed nominations for the Manjalpur bypoll. The election follows the death of former BJP MLA Yogesh Patel. Congress candidate Bhikhabhai Rabari highlighted civic issues and alleged corruption. BJP nominee Satish Patel pledged to complete the late MLA's unfinished work. Voting is scheduled for…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

Forget the metros, India's solar boom has a new address

Tier-II and tier-III cities are leading India's rooftop solar adoption significantly. The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar scheme is driving this widespread adoption across the nation. Over 36 lakh rooftop solar systems have been installed, benefiting many households. Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh are the leading states in solar installations. The…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

Mirabai's Devotion to Krishna: What Surrender Looks Like When It Costs You Everything

She Was Already Married Before She Met Her HusbandMirabai was four years old, by most accounts, when a wandering sadhu passed through her family's haveli in Merta, Rajasthan, carrying a small idol of Krishna. She asked her mother who the beautiful figure was. Her mother, half-joking, said: that is your…

Times Life · Jul 12

UPSC success story: How MBBS doctor Dr Ritika Aima cracked UPSC twice to go from IPS to IAS

Dr Ritika Aima, an MBBS graduate, achieved her IAS ambition by improving her UPSC rank significantly. She transitioned from IPS to IAS, believing governance offers broader healthcare impact. Her journey highlights a strategic shift from clinical practice to public administration. Dr Aima now serves in Gujarat, sharing valuable UPSC preparation…

The Economic Times · Jul 11