Gujarat to build 1st BSL-4 lab to fight against deadly viruses
Ahmedabad, Jan 15 (IANS) Gujarat is set to significantly strengthen its biosecurity infrastructure with the construction of its first Biosafety Level-4 (BSL-4) laboratory, a high-security facility designed to handle the world’s most dangerous and highly infectious pathogens. The advanced biocontainment complex will aid in the development of vaccines, rapid diagnostics and critical research against life-threatening […]
Gujarat pushes ‘Viksit Bharat’ agenda, CM Patel unveils expanded rural employment plan
Gandhinagar, Jan 6 (IANS) The Gujarat unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), on Tuesday, held a press conference in Gandhinagar under the ‘Mission Gramin’ initiative, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also present during the event. The briefing was led by Gujarat BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma and focused on the state government’s rural development agenda […]
Gujarat: ‘Best Livestock Breeder Award’ ceremony to be held in Gandhinagar tomorrow
Gandhinagar, Jan 5 (IANS) In a move aimed at strengthening Gujarat’s rural economy and recognising excellence in animal husbandry, the state government will organise the ‘Best Livestock Breeder Award’ distribution ceremony on Tuesday at the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in Gandhinagar. The awards will be presented by State Animal Husbandry Minister Jitu Vaghani and […]
Gujarat: Dang farmers migrate from traditional to modern farming, incomes rise
Gandhinagar, Jan 3 (IANS) A transitional shift in agricultural practices from traditional farming to modern farming is visible across the spectrum today, as farmers are increasingly cutting their reliance on the conventional means and adopting sustainable and cutting-edge techniques, for higher productivity as well as better financial security. For bringing this change, they are not […]
A floral journey from ancient to modern India at Sabarmati Riverfront
Ahmedabad, Jan 1 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, on Thursday, inaugurated the Ahmedabad International Flower Show–2026 at the Sabarmati Riverfront, government officials said. Several state Ministers and other dignitaries were present during the inauguration of the show. Organised on the theme “Bharat Ek Gatha”, the flower show presents a vibrant blend of India’s ancient […]
Gujarat to become 1st state to set up AI research organisation through PPP, CM gives nod
Gandhinagar, Dec 30 (IANS) In a move to strengthen India’s artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, Gujarat will operationalise the Indian AI Research Organisation (IAIRO) from January 1, 2026, under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has granted in-principle approval for the initiative, making Gujarat the first state in the country to establish such […]
PM Modi-themed kites dominate Gujarat markets ahead of International Kite Festival
Gandhinagar, Dec 30 (IANS) The International Kite Festival is an annual kite festival held in Gujarat to celebrate Uttarayan – the days marking the transition of winter to summer. The tradition of flying kites during Makar Sakranti has existed in the state for decades, and people start preparing kites months in advance. As the Uttarayan […]
UP Guv Anandiben Patel visits Gujarat’s Thol Bird Sanctuary, reviews migratory bird conservation efforts
Mehsana, Dec 28 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, on Sunday, visited the Thol Bird Sanctuary near Kadi in Gujarat’s Mehsana district, where she reviewed the ecological significance of the wetland and interacted with forest officials, local bird experts and visitors. During the visit, the Uttar Pradesh Governor observed birdwatching activities across the sanctuary and […]
Gujarat CM launches Integrated Renewable Energy Policy-2025
Gandhinagar, Dec 25 (IANS) Reinforcing Gujarat’s commitment to clean and sustainable energy, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched the Gujarat Integrated Renewable Energy Policy-2025 at a state-level function held in Gandhinagar. The launch coincided with the nationwide observance of Good Governance Day on December 25, marking the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari […]
Gujarat to showcase rooftop solar success stories at VGRC Kutch-Saurashtra (Lead)
Gandhinagar, Dec 24 (IANS) Gujarat has achieved yet another landmark in the renewable energy sector by installing more than five lakh residential rooftop solar systems, reaching a total installed capacity of 1,879 MW and retaining its number one position in rooftop solar adoption in the country. The achievement, realised under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship […]
