Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Gujarat

SDPI to contest majority of seats in 2027 Gujarat polls; open to alliances, says chief Faizy

The Social Democratic Party of India plans to contest most seats in the 2027 Gujarat assembly elections. The party aims to build its grassroots network and emerge as a key opposition force. SDPI states it will focus on underprivileged sections of society. The party is open to alliances with other…

The Economic Times

ED raids in Maharashtra, Gujarat in Salim Dola drugs case

The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids across Maharashtra and Gujarat. The probe targets Mohammad Salim Dola, an alleged drug trafficker linked to the Dawood gang. Dola was recently extradited to India from Turkiye. Searches are underway at locations connected to chemical suppliers, traders, accountants, and hawala operators. This action follows a…

The Economic Times

GMDC to develop India’s first AI-powered rare earth supply chain observatory with £600,000 investment

Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd is partnering with the University of Cambridge to create India's first AI-powered rare earth supply chain observatory. This initiative will track the entire rare earth elements value chain in real time. It aims to enhance India's position in rare earth supply chain resilience. The project…

The Economic Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Census-2027: Gujarat to launch digital houselisting exercise on June 1

The fiirst phase of Gujarat's Population Census-2027 begins Monday with a month-long digital houselisting. Over one lakh enumerators will map living conditions and amenities. This phase collects data on housing, family, water, and assets. The second phase for population and caste enumeration is scheduled for February 2027. Citizens are urged…

The Economic Times

Sudharsan-Gill 54 runs away from best IPL season by batting pair

Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan are on the verge of a historic IPL record. They need just 54 runs to surpass the previous best opening partnership. This duo has been instrumental for Gujarat Titans this season. Their consistent performance at the top of the order has been…

The Economic Times

NLC India, Reliance Industries to jointly explore developing underground lignite gasification project in Gujarat

NLC India Ltd and Reliance Industries Ltd are partnering to explore underground lignite gasification in Gujarat. This collaboration aims to boost domestic gas supplies amid global fuel shortages. The project will assess converting lignite reserves into synthesis gas. This initiative could enhance energy security and reduce reliance on imported fuels.…

The Economic Times

IPL 2026 final: Aggressive RCB look to tame solid GT in search of second title in a row

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans clash in the IPL final. RCB, with their aggressive batting and potent bowling, are favored to win. Gujarat Titans rely on their top-order batsmen to score heavily. The match promises an exciting contest between two distinct playing styles. RCB aims to secure their second…

The Economic Times

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

6 Hindu Temples That Science Cannot Explain

Before modern engineering, before calculus, before computers - these temples were built. And thousands of years later, science still struggles to explain how, or why, they work the way they do. Perhaps these temples were never meant to be explained by science but to remind us that there are forms…

Times Life

From Wankhede prince to weary captain: Hardik Pandya’s turbulent IPL journey comes full circle

Hardik Pandya is reportedly leaving Mumbai Indians. He informed the franchise mid-season of his decision. This follows a difficult IPL 2026 campaign for the team. Pandya cited mental stress and exhaustion. His IPL journey has been marked by dramatic twists and turns. This marks another significant chapter in his career.

The Economic Times

Bharat Taxi emerges as World's largest mobility cooperative with over 35 lakh users, 6 lakh drivers

Bharat Taxi is revolutionizing mobility in Gujarat. Drivers now own the platform, receiving 100% of ride earnings. This driver-owned model boosts incomes by 25-30%. Passengers benefit from stable, lower fares, paying up to 15% less. The initiative is expanding nationwide, offering a win-win for drivers and commuters.

The Economic Times

ONGC yet to take control of Cambay Block as Vedanta challenges govt move

ONGC has not yet taken control of the Cambay basin block CB-OS-02. Vedanta is challenging the government's decision to reject the contract extension. The Delhi High Court has ordered parties to maintain the status quo. Vedanta continues to operate the block pending the court's decision. ONGC remains ready to assume…

The Economic Times

How did an engineer from Surat turn natural farming into a six-figure success?

Vikas Gamit, an engineer, left his IT job to start a natural farm in Gujarat. He grows fruits and vegetables without chemicals. This approach cut costs and improved soil health. He also built a dairy unit. His annual earnings now exceed his corporate salary. The Gujarat government provided financial support.

The Economic Times

Bizman from Congo and three others isolated in Ahmedabad hospitals, samples sent for Ebola testing

A businessman from Congo and three contacts are in isolation wards in Ahmedabad. Samples are being tested for Ebola virus. The businessman arrived from Congo and developed a fever. He is stable and under observation. Other contacts are also being monitored as a precaution. Gujarat is screening passengers from affected…

The Economic Times

Gujarat shocker: Husband sells wife for Rs 50,000 after he 'grows tired'; she was raped for 10 days

A shocking case of human trafficking and sexual assault has emerged in Palanpur, Gujarat. A 26-year-old woman was allegedly sold by her husband for ₹50,000. She was then subjected to repeated sexual assaults over several days. Police have rescued the woman and arrested six individuals, including her husband. The investigation…

The Economic Times

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

Eid Ul Adha 2026 State-wise Holiday List: Check when will Delhi, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh observe Bakrid holidays across India

Eid Ul Adha 2026 holiday list India: Muslims across India prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, this week. The festival is a gazetted holiday, with many states announcing closures. Delhi, Karnataka, Gujarat, and Telangana will observe the holiday on May 28, 2026. Uttar Pradesh has declared a…

The Economic Times

Gujarat govt to rebuild Rs 105 crore hostel damaged in AI-171 crash; victims' kin seek memorial at site

A medical college hostel complex destroyed in last year's Air India AI-171 plane crash in Ahmedabad will be rebuilt. The Gujarat government announced plans for a new ultra-modern hostel facility at the site. This comes as families of some victims requested the location be preserved as a memorial. Air India's…

The Economic Times

Gujarat woman killed in Virginia store shooting; CCTV captures 26-second attack, raises robbery questions

A Gujarati woman, Meghna Patel, was tragically shot and killed in a Virginia store. The attack, captured on CCTV, lasted only 26 seconds. Patel, originally from Mehsana, had lived in the US for a decade. Authorities are investigating the incident, with robbery a possible motive. The community is in shock…

The Times of India

Indian-origin woman killed at supermarket in Virginia; shooter had no connection with her, was later found dead

A 45-year-old Indian woman was shot and killed at the supermarket in Virginia where she had been working for years. The killing of Meghnaben Patel in the morning of May 23, who was originally from India's Gujarat, was caught on CCTV inside the store. In the video, the attacker with…

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

Sarkhej-Dholera semi high-speed rail project to cost far less than Delhi-Meerut RRTS: Officials

On May 13, 2026, the Union Cabinet approved the construction of Indian Railways' first semi-high-speed corridor - a 134-km double-line rail project between Sarkhej (Ahmedabad) and Dholera in Gujarat - at an estimated cost of around Rs 20,667 crore.

The Economic Times

Gujarat govt's 'revolutionary' decision to provide Rs 1,500 cr financial relief to sugar cooperatives

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel approved sugarcane prices paid by cooperative societies to farmers. This decision benefits over two lakh farmers and cooperative societies by an estimated Rs. 1,500 crore. The move addresses past Income Tax demands. A Union Ministry of Cooperation amendment in 2023 enabled this State Government approval…

The Economic Times

This Gujarat couple turns factory waste into affordable construction bricks that stay cooler in summer and absorb pollution

In Gujarat, a startup named Co2ncrete is tackling India's housing shortage and industrial waste by building prefabricated homes from factory byproducts like fly ash and silica sludge. This innovative, cement-free technology allows families to get homes built in about a month, significantly reducing costs and environmental damage.

The Economic Times

NTPC starts site selection studies in Gujrat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh for nuclear projects

State-owned NTPC is exploring new nuclear power projects. Site selection studies have begun in Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Odisha. This initiative is part of NTPC's extensive 30 GW nuclear energy plan. The company aims to contribute significantly to India's ambitious nuclear capacity target. Investments will be substantial, spanning…

The Economic Times

Amit Shah to undertake multi-state border tour to review security preparedness

Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a multi-state tour of India's border regions. He will visit Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tripura, and West Bengal. The visits aim to review security and improve coordination among agencies. Shah will interact with border forces and assess operational challenges. This initiative strengthens India's border management and…

The Economic Times

Assam Assembly introduces UCC bill, third state after Uttarakhand, Gujarat

Assam has introduced its Uniform Civil Code bill in the Assembly. This move follows similar legislation passed in Uttarakhand and Gujarat. The bill aims to standardise marriage age, prohibit polygamy, ensure equal property rights for daughters, and regulate live-in relationships. Scheduled Tribes will be exempt from its provisions.

The Economic Times

'Purchase cheap oil, gas from Russia, Iran': Kejriwal expresses concern over fuel price hike

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday flagged long queues at petrol pumps in Gujarat and urged the Centre to purchase oil and gas from Russia and Iran at cheaper rates.

1 2 3 4 5

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Bharatiya Janata Party

the Enforcement Directorate

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.