Gujarat: Employment training program launched for prisoners in Chhota Udepur
Ahmedabad, March 24 (IANS) In an initiative aimed at rehabilitating prisoners, District Collector Gargi Jain inaugurated a 13-day self-employment training program at the Chhota Udepur Sub Jail in Gujarat on Monday. A total of 35 inmates, including both men and women, will undergo specialised training designed to equip them with skills that will help them […]
Gujarat govt launches 27,300 rainwater harvesting projects in Surat
Surat, March 23 (IANS) The Union Ministry of Jal Shakti in collaboration with the Gujarat government launched the ‘Jan Bhagidari Se Jal Sanchar’ initiative in Mora village, Choryasi taluka in Surat district on Sunday. Under this campaign, 27,300 rainwater harvesting projects will be undertaken as part of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts of various […]
Gujarat govt has allocated 41 pc more budget for sports, says minister
Gandhinagar, March 21 (IANS) While addressing discussions on the demands for the Department of Sports, Youth, and Cultural Activities in the Budget session of the Gujarat Assembly, Minister Harsh Sanghvi emphasised that youth are the future of the country. He stated that the Gujarat government remains committed to fostering sports awareness, skill development, and a […]
Gujarat Budget: Rs 165cr allocated for climate change; renewable energy capacity reaches 32,303 MW
Gandhinagar, March 20 (IANS) Presenting the demands of the Climate Change Department in the Gujarat Assembly, it was highlighted that the state established a dedicated Climate Change Department in 2009. This move not only set an example for India but also positioned Gujarat as a pioneer in Asia. Under the Renewable Energy Policy-2023, Gujarat has […]
HM Shah unveils Rs 141.3 crore-worth infrastructure projects in Gujarat
Ahmedabad, March 13 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah extended Holi 2025 greetings while inaugurating and laying the foundation for three crucial projects. These include a Rs 60 crore, 1 km long railway over-bridge on the Ahmedabad-Viramgam railway track at Sanand-Chekla-Kadi Road. HM Shah emphasised that the project would greatly enhance the daily commute for […]
Gujarat govt begins cotton procurement at support price, registration open until March 15
Gandhinagar, March 11 (IANS) To ensure fair prices for farmers, the Gujarat government has initiated the procurement of cotton at the Minimum Support Price (MSP). The Cotton Corporation of India Ltd (CCI), a government enterprise, will purchase cotton at the support price until September 2025. The Government of India has set the MSP for cotton […]
Gujarat BJP reshuffles leadership, key appointments announced
Gandhinagar, March 6 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced new district and city presidents for Gujarat, appointing 26 district presidents and six city presidents. Anil Patel has been named the BJP president for Gandhinagar district, Chandubhai Makwana for Junagadh district, Atul Kanani for Amreli, Kirtisinh Vaghela for Banaskantha, and Bharatbhai Rathod for Surat. […]
Cooperative sector in Gujarat set for major overhaul
Gandhinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) A high-level meeting of the Gujarat State Cooperative Council was held in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of Cooperation Minister Jagdish Vishwakarma. Key agendas concerning cooperative societies were discussed, along with potential reforms aimed at benefiting cooperative organisations and their members. The council members unanimously supported the formulation of recruitment rules for […]
Gujarat CM to join ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ with 14.3 lakh students
Gandhinagar, Feb 9 (IANS) In a bid to ease examination stress for students, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will participate in a motivational interaction with students of Crystal International Public School in Ahmedabad on Monday as part of the ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ initiative. The nationwide eighth edition of ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ aims to encourage students […]
