Ahmedabad: For the first time, the Art, Culture and Handicraft Committee of the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) inaugurated a four-day long art exhibition to promote art and culture in Ahmedabad on Thursday. The art exhibition is being held from March 10 to March 22 at Satya Art Gallery, Navjivan Trust, behind Gujarat Vidyapeeth, Navrangpura area, Ahmedabad. SGCCI president Nikhil Madrasi said that renowned art curators Anuj Ambalal and Vivek Desai as well as renowned wildlife photographer Saurabh Desai of Surat, who will play the role of mentor in this exhibition, will also be present at the…
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Ahmedabad: IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, and Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), the country’s largest private airport operator, have announced a strategic partnership enabling IndiGo BluChip members to earn on duty-free shopping across AAHL-managed airports. Under the partnership, members can earn five IndiGo BluChips for every ₹100 spent on duty-free products pre-booked through the Adani platform. Travellers can browse, reserve and pay for products online before departure and collect their purchases conveniently at the airport. Neetan Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer, IndiGo, said: “At IndiGo, we are continuously striving to enhance the value proposition of our loyalty program. This partnership…
Ahmedabad: Adani Power Ltd (APL), India’s largest private sector power generator, today said it has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) for the supply of 1,600 MW of power from one of its upcoming ultra-supercritical thermal power projects (USCTPP). The LoA follows Adani Power’s success in a highly competitive bidding process, where the company emerged as the lowest-tariff bidder, offering power at a combined tariff of Rs 5.30/kWh. The supply of power under the proposed 25-year Power Supply Agreement (PSA) is scheduled to commence from the financial year 2030-31. This achievement marks yet…
Surat: For the first time, the Surat International Auto Expo 2026 organized by The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) witnessed a massive turnout of visitors on Sunday. According to the SGCCI officials, about 50,000 people visited the Auto Expo in a single day with their families, resulting in a huge crowd in the entire venue. SGCCI president Nikhil Madrasi said, “Long queues of vehicles were seen in the entire parking area of the Auto Expo and within a short time the entire parking lot was filled. A large number of people came from the city and surrounding…
Gandhinagar: The Food and Civil Supplies Department organised a press conference at the Gandhinagar Assembly Premises on Monday regarding the State Budget for 2026-27, in which Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Shri Ramanbhai Solanki and Minister of State for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Shri P. C. Baranda were present. The Minister noted the government’s commitment to ensuring food security for every citizen, aligning with the department’s motto, _’Antyoday thi Sarvoday, Saune Anna, Saune Poshan’_ During the press conference, Smt. Mona Khandhar, Principal Secretary of the Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Department, addressed LPG supply issues.…
Mumbai: The All India Gem & Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) stated that rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could lead to short-term volatility in global gold prices ahead of the Akshay Tritiya buying season, potentially influencing jewellery prices and consumer purchasing trends in India. Industry leaders noted that the Middle East, particularly Dubai, remains a key global hub for bullion trade and a major gateway for gold entering Asian markets, including India. Any escalation in the region could impact global bullion liquidity, disrupt supply chains, and influence price discovery. Despite potential price fluctuations, the Indian jewellery industry expects demand…
Surat: The Surat International Auto Expo 2026 has broken all past records with the exhibitors getting business worth crores of rupees, which they usually get in six to seven months, in just four days. Organised by the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) at Sarsana SIECC, the Auto Expo witnessed the overwhelming presence of more than 90,000 visitors during the course of four days. The exhibitors witnessed significant inquiries and spot bookings of two-wheelers and cars. SGCCI president Nikhil Madrasi said that the auto expo received a very good response, especially the car segment. Exhibitors from various car…
Gandhinagar: The high-level committee constituted for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Gujarat submitted its detailed and final report to Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday in Gandhinagar. This report was prepared by the committee chaired by retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai after detailed study, visits to various districts of the state, gathering public opinions, and extensive public consultations, and was submitted to the state government. The committee, formed under the chairmanship of retired Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, includes retired senior IAS officer Shri C. L. Meena, senior advocate Shri R.…
Gandhinagar: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, an important Startup Dialogue was organized in Gandhinagar to make Gujarat a global center for AI and emerging technologies by empowering young startups with scalable and effective solutions. In this Startup Dialogue, the Chief Minister expressed great interest in learning about 24 high-potential startups from the states of the country by directly interacting with them and learning about their experiences and innovations. During this interaction with the startups, the Chief Minister said that due to the strong foundation laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Chief Minister of Gujarat for…
Gandhinagar: Surat, the second-largest city in Gujarat and the ninth-largest in India, has evolved into a global industrial powerhouse. Located on the banks of Tapi river, it has earned nicknames like the ‘Diamond City’ and the ‘Silk City’ due to its industrial prowess in these sectors. One of India’s most progressive and enterprising cities, Surat proudly reflects Gujarat’s rich heritage and forward-looking vision. The city has consistently turned opportunities into achievements, building strong infrastructure, efficient civic systems and a dynamic industrial ecosystem. Owing to its strategic coastal location, Surat came to be regarded as an important western gateway of India.…
