Surat: While Diwali is a festival symbolizing joy, lights, and celebrations, this year, it has brought serious concerns for the residents of Surat. Over the past 10 days, Surat’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a hazardous level of 281, making it the most polluted city…
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Surat’s Suspicious Sadhus: Misunderstanding Exposes Communal Prejudices
In Surat’s Adajan area, a recent incident involving suspected ‘sadhus’ stirred local curiosity and concern. Two individuals dressed as sadhus were seen asking for alms, which led residents to question their appearance and identity, suspecting they might belong to another religion. Upon inquiry, one of…
Mumbai: New Luggage Limit for Passengers on Trains! Railway’s Latest Order
Following a recent stampede at Bandra Terminus in Maharashtra, Western Railway has issued a new order. The railway has stated that if passengers carry luggage exceeding the permissible limit for their respective travel class, they will be fined. The railway has also urged people to…
Chamber Delegation Visits ‘ITMA ASIA + CITME’ Exhibition in Shanghai, Tours Textile Factories
Surat: Under the leadership of Bijal Jariwala, Chairman of All Exhibitions at The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), and Group Chairman Kiran Thummar, a delegation of 18 representatives visited the ‘ITMA ASIA + CITME’ exhibition in Shanghai, China, from October 14 to…
Althan Police Celebrates Diwali Uniquely with Orphans and Senior Citizens
Gifts of Sweets and New Clothes to 80 Orphaned Children and 80 Senior Citizens Surat: In the inspiring presence of Deputy Police Commissioner Vijay Singh Gurjar, the Althan Police celebrated Diwali in a unique way with 80 orphaned children and 80 senior citizens residing in…
Central Water Power Minister C.R. Patil Chairs Meeting to Review Road and Bridge Works in the District
Surat: A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Central Water Power Minister C.R. Patil to review the works related to National Highways, roads, and bridges in the district. The Minister of State for Forest and Environment Mukeshbhai Patel and MLA Sandip Desai were also…
Nehru Yuva Kendra-Surat Youth Representatives Extend Diwali Greetings to Soldiers at Nadabet on India-Pakistan Border
Surat, (Gujarat) [India]: Under the guidance of Nehru Yuva Kendra-Surat, youth representatives from Navkar, Karn Yudh Club, and Dosti Seva Group visited Nadabet (India-Pakistan Zero Border) to convey Diwali wishes to soldiers. More than 20 young individuals participated in the event, offering Diwali greetings…
Dataset to Play a Crucial Role in Traffic Research and Transportation Policy Making
Surat, (Gujarat) [India]: The Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat, witnessed the grand unveiling of the SHIV-NATRAJ (Spatio-Temporal Heterogeneous Integrated Vehicular Naturalistic Aerial Trajectory) dataset. Under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Ashish Dhamaniya, Dr. Rajesh Chauhan developed this dataset using UAVs to capture…
Service Setu: ‘Ganga at Your Doorstep’ – Beneficiary Dineshbhai Prajapati
Dineshbhai Prajapati Praises the Swift Action of Service Setu, Receiving Income Certificate in Just 45 Minutes Surat (Gujarat) [India]: “Common citizens used to face difficulties in completing their work at government offices, but now it can be done here in no time. Additionally, we benefit…
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Surat Municipal Corporation’s Noble Campaign to Achieve the Goal of ‘Clean Surat, Green Surat’ Surat: Wednesday: In light of the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva-2024’ initiative, the Surat Municipal Corporation has launched an innovative campaign to promote the mantra of ‘Clean Surat, Green Surat.’ Residents are…
Awareness Session on “Ensuring Safety and Compliance” Jointly Organized by the Chamber of Commerce and BIS
A recent survey revealed that only 60% of consumers actively check for BIS certification when purchasing electrical devices, highlighting the need for greater awareness, said Mr. Nirav Mandalewala, Honorary Secretary of the Chamber. Surat: The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with…
Tobacco Youth Campaign 2.0 Awareness Drive Launched in Bardoli Taluka
Shopkeepers Violating Tobacco Sales Rules Warned, Penal Action Taken Surat, (Gujarat) [India]: Under the “Tobacco Youth Campaign 2.0,” the Taluka Health Office team in Bardoli launched an anti-tobacco campaign, warning shopkeepers violating tobacco sales rules and initiating penal action. Emphasis was placed on the strict…
Surat Municipal Corporation Receives First Place in National Water Award
Surat Municipal Corporation has secured the first position as the “Best Urban Local Body” under the Fifth National Water Award organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Today, President Smt. Droupadi Murmu honored Mayor Daksheshbhai Mavani, Standing Committee Chairman Rajan Patel, and Municipal Commissioner Shalini…
Before Diwali, Three Families Celebrate with Adopted Children
Three families from Vadodara, Jamnagar, and Maharashtra were presented with four orphaned children for pre-adoption nurturing by District Collector Dr. Saurabh Pardhi, creating a festive atmosphere in these families ahead of Diwali. Among the four children sheltered at the Katargam Orphanage – V.R. Popawala Children…
Central Government’s Vision of Developed India@2047 Unveils Art Exhibition
Surat: An art exhibition themed “Developed India @2047” was inaugurated by Dr. R. C. Gadhvi, the Registrar of VNSGU, as a joint initiative of the Central Bureau of Communication and Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU). Organized by the Central Bureau of Communication under the…
Compliance Session Organized by Chamber of Commerce in Collaboration with SEBI
Surat: On Saturday, October 21, 2024, the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) held a session on compliance with SEBI regulations at Seminar Hall-A, Sarsana, Surat. The session featured notable speakers such as Saurabh Shah, Founder of SKS Compliance Advisors, Chartered Accountant Birju…
Joint Initiative by Nehru Yuva Kendra-Surat and My Bharat-Surat on “Awareness and Education on Drug Addiction and Abuse”: 50 Youth Enthusiastically Participated
Surat: A program on “Awareness and Education on Drug Addiction and Abuse” was organized at the Apparel Training and Design Centre (ATDC), Surat, jointly by ‘Nehru Yuva Kendra-Surat’ and ‘My Bharat-Surat.’ The event witnessed active participation from 50 youths. In today’s modern era, along with…
Seva Setu Program Organized by Surat Municipal Corporation at Limbayat
Surat: The Surat Municipal Corporation organized the Seva Setu program under the grand initiative of the state government to ensure that citizens can avail of government schemes and services under one roof, and individual issues are resolved on the spot. The event took place at…
Advancing Towards Self-Reliance: Surat Municipal Corporation’s Pink E-Auto Project
A Unique Blend of Women Empowerment and Environment-Friendly Initiative: Surat Municipal Corporation’s Pink E-Auto Project Surat Women Carve the Path of Empowerment with the Pink E-Auto Project: 47 Women Achieve Success in Employment 47 Women of Surat Offer Safe and Trustworthy Rides Through Self-Reliance No…
Meeting Held on Ukai-Kakarapar Irrigation Scheme Under the Chairmanship of Minister Mukeshbhai Patel
Surat: A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Mukeshbhai Patel, State Minister for Forest and Environment, to discuss the irrigation advisory committee for the Ukai-Kakarapar Irrigation Scheme. The meeting focused on maximizing the efficient use of water resources and the promotion of drip irrigation…