Rajkot: The launch of the GIDC Ceramic Park at Jambudiya-Paneli signifies a landmark achievement and also fulfils Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for Viksit Gujarat to Viksit Bharat. The GIDC Integrated Ceramic Park is a development and a transformative opportunity anchoring Gujarat’s manufacturing future. GIDC’s Strategic Development in Jambudiya-Paneli The Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) is developing a significant Integrated Ceramic Park at Jambudiya-Paneli in the Morbi-Rajkot region. Spanning 1050 acres, the Park will leverage its proximity to the established Morbi ceramic cluster, benefiting from a robust existing industrial ecosystem. Value chain and impact This ambitious project is designed to…
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Mundra: Adani Public School Bagpiper Band along with an enthusiastic group of 75 students at Adani House gave a warm welcome to Nisha Kumari, Nilesh Barot and young Niksha Barot on the successful conclusion of their inspiring ‘Pedal to Plant’ campaign. The event was graced by the presence of Nitin Saini (Customs Commissioner, Mundra), Rakshit Shah (Executive Director, APSEZ), Sujal Shah (CEO, Adani Ports Mundra), Ami Shah (Director, Adani Public School) and Hemant Kumar (Principal, Adani Public School). A three-member team – Mrs. Nisha Kumari, Mr. Nilesh Barot and 8-year-old Niksha Barot – completed an extraordinary journey of over 4600…
Gandhinagar: In an important decision, the Gujarat Government has formed a core committee and task force to prepare the state’s energy infrastructure against cyber attacks. This core committee and task force will review the necessary work, training, participation of various institutions and cyber awareness programs regarding cyber security in the state’s energy sector and present a roadmap. With the state’s 24-hour power supply system now incorporating modern systems like smart meters, smart grids and SCADA, the potential for cyber attacks in energy infrastructure increases. Keeping this in mind, the State Government has constituted an 11-member core committee and a 19-member…
Surat: The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry has organised a special art exhibition on 2, 3 and 4 January, 2026 from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm at Vanita Art Gallery, Athwa Gate, Surat, in which the works of various talented artists will be displayed, which will gift the audience with colors, ideas and artistic stories. SGCCI president Nikhil Madrasi said that the main objective of the art exhibition is to promote art, creativity and culture. To provide a platform to artists to showcase their talent. This exhibition will provide a unique experience for art lovers, students and anyone…
New Delhi: There is a possibility of an increase in the salaries of employed people and pensions of retired people in the new year. CNG and domestic PNG becoming cheaper will save some money. However, the interest rate on some small savings schemes may come down. Also, income up to ₹12 lakh will now be tax-free. Know the 7 major changes that will happen in the year 2026… Salaries may increase due to the 8th Pay Commission The central government has announced the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission. Its timeline has not been announced, but it is believed that…
Ahmedabad: Social Eye Foundation, the non-profit arm of MYCPE ONE, on Saturday announced the launch of its flagship education initiative, ‘Aadhaar Shiksha’, along with an immediate financial support of Rs 80 lakh to secure the academic year for some 2,000 underprivileged students in Ahmedabad. The platform was launched in the presence of Shri Rohit Choudhary, District Educational Officer (DEO), Ahmedabad, and attended by principals and trustees from 71 partner schools across the city. Each beneficiary student will receive Rs 4,000 towards essential school fees, with funds disbursed directly to schools. By far, the foundation has already supported some 4,000 students…
Surat: The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) organized a launching ceremony with a new logo for the new chapter of WeaveKnit Exhibition, ‘SGCCI Global Fabric Expo-2026’, at La Fountain, Varachha. The official unveiling and new logo unveiling of the SGCCI Global Fabric Expo-2026 was enthusiastically received by the guests present, industry leaders, exhibitors and members of the chamber. SGCCI president Nikhil Madrasi, said that the Chamber is continuously making efforts to provide new opportunities, international connections and business growth to the industries and the new chapter of the Vivinet Exhibition, ‘SGCCI Global Fabric Expo’ is an important…
Surat: Deepak Mailk, joint director of ESIC, Surat has said that all organizations where more than 10 employees are employed in the SPREE scheme of the ESI Act should get registered before December 31, 2025, so that there will be no liability to pay ESI money late Malik was speaking at the seminar on “ESI Compliances under Code on Social Security, 2020” organised by the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) in Surat. C.A. Mitish Modi, Honorary Treasurer of the SGCCI said that ESI is a very important part of the social security portfolio of the government. Every…
Gandhinagar: The three-day long National Tribal Trade Fair was inaugurated at Vasrai in the newly formed Ambika taluka of Surat district by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel with the mantra of “Vocal for Local, Local for Global”. This Fair has been organised from 26 to 29 December at Vasrai in the newly formed Ambika taluka of Surat district, through the collective efforts of the entire tribal community of the state and supporting organisations. The fair has been organised with the objective of motivating tribal youth, towards self-employment, while bringing small and medium MSMEs, entrepreneurs, and businesses together on a single platform…
Surat: The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) organized the Exim Conclave 2025, in collaboration with Center of International Trade, Surat Management Association and Ahmedabad Management Association, Quality Council of India, Wadhwani Foundation,where the expert speakers encouraged to increase exports by focusing on untapped markets. SGCCI president Nikhil Madrasi said in his welcome address that the Exim Conclave was his dream. “We run export-import classes. I have also been a student of Ahmedabad Management Association. When there is instability in the countries around us, there is an urgent need to find alternative markets” said Madrasi. Executive Director of…
