Tension surged in Surat's Sayedpura area in the early Monday morning, September 9, after a group of minors threw stones at a Ganesh pandal. The incident triggered a strong reaction from locals, who gathered outside a nearby police station demanding immediate action. In response, a heavy police force was deployed to the scene, where officers used lathi charges and tear gas to disperse the angry crowd and restore order. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghvi visited the area and confirmed that six individuals directly involved in the stone-throwing have been arrested. Additionally, Sanghvi revealed that 27 other people who had encouraged the incident were also taken into custody. Surat Police Commissioner Anupam Gehlot assured that all those responsible for disturbing the peace are being apprehended. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure continued peace and security in the affected area. The swift police action aims to prevent further unrest and maintain harmony in the community. Watch video.
09 September,2024 11:40 AM IST
Shraddha Kapoor has just hit a major Instagram milestone, surpassing PM Modi to become the 3rd most-followed Indian celebrity on the platform with 91.4 million followers! Her latest film, Stree 2, is also a massive hit, raking in the big bucks at the box office. To celebrate this achievement, check out our compilation of Shraddha's funniest reels that are sure to bring a smile to your face!
21 August,2024 06:20 PM IST
In Gujarat, the state government is offering women a unique opportunity this Raksha Bandhan by providing free business stalls in Surat. As part of the initiative, Surat Municipal Corporation has allocated 101 stalls at no cost to women, generating 1010 direct jobs. Additionally, the government is supporting these entrepreneurs with loans ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 50,000 to aid in setting up their Rakhi stalls. The initiative also includes training through "Sakhi Mandal" to ensure women acquire essential skills for successful business operations. This effort aims to empower women and enhance their economic prospects during the festive season. A Rakhi seller said, “Govt is giving women like us to move forward in our lives. We get these kinds of opportunities in Rakhi Mela, and Navaratri Mela. We also get loans according to our need to purchase materials. Because of these stalls we get new recognition.”
18 August,2024 10:59 AM IST
On July 07, the death toll from the Surat building collapse reached three as rescue teams from SDRF and NDRF recovered bodies from the debris. Despite ongoing efforts, 6-7 individuals are feared trapped under the rubble. The six-storey building, located in Gujarat's Sachin area, collapsed on July 06. Of the building's 30 flats, 4-5 were occupied while the remainder were vacant during the incident. Rescue operations continue unabated as authorities work tirelessly to locate and extricate those still missing, highlighting the urgent need for swift and effective response in such devastating emergencies.
07 July,2024 12:37 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 17 held a thunderous roadshow in Gujarat’s Surat. A large number of people gathered to get glimpses of PM Modi. PM Modi in Gujarat earlier inaugurated the new Integrated Terminal Building of Surat Airport in Surat. He also inaugurated the Surat Diamond Bourse, the world’s largest and modern centre for international diamond and jewellery business. Encompassing 4,500 offices for national and international traders, the bourse aims to promote Surat’s thriving diamond industry. Built at a cost of about Rs 3000 crore, Surat Diamond Bourse can accommodate 65,000 diamond professionals. The bourse is now attracting bigwigs of the diamond industry from across the country.
20 December,2023 02:29 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 17 inaugurated Surat Diamond Bourse. Notably, it will be the world’s largest and modern centre for international diamond and jewellery business. The Surat Diamond Bourse will be a global centre for trading both rough and polished diamonds as well as jewellery. The bourse will comprise a state-of-the-art ‘Customs Clearance House’ for Import –Export. Other than that, it will have a jewellery mall for retail jewellery business and a facility for International Banking. The bourse is larger than Pentagon, which has been the largest office in the world. Encompassing 4,500 offices for national and international traders, the bourse aims to promote Surat’s thriving diamond industry. The bourse has been built at a cost of Rs 3,000 crore and it can accommodate 65,000 diamond professionals.
17 December,2023 02:43 PM IST
While America’s Pentagon has been known to be the biggest office space in the world, not anymore. A newly developed office in India’s Surat - ‘Surat Diamond Bourse’, now stands as the world’s largest office building in the world! It is set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December 2023. Here is a sneak peek into the architectural marvel.
08 August,2023 10:25 PM IST
In a relief to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the Supreme Court in an interim order on August 04 stayed his conviction in the criminal defamation case over the ‘Modi surname’ remark. The Gujarat HC had in its order declined to stay his conviction in the criminal defamation case in which Rahul Gandhi was sentenced to two years in jail by the Surat court over the 'Modi surname' remark. After his conviction in the case, Gandhi was disqualified as MP from Kerala’s Wayanad on March 24. Earlier in March, a magisterial court convicted Rahul Gandhi for his ‘Modi’ surname remark ahead of the 2019 general polls.Various Congress leaders invited the Supreme Court’s decision and said that the conspiracy against him had failed and that his victory will come heavily on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
05 August,2023 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai
Aabha, a Sufi and folk singer hailing from Kashmir, passionately believes that her music brings a unique blend of modernism and traditional essence. One of her remarkable songs, "Hukus Bukus," gained immense popularity after being featured in the acclaimed web series, "The Family Man," leading to a surge in her phone notifications and widespread fame. The experience was overwhelming, keeping her sleepless for days, but Aabha remained grateful for the unexpected success. Kashmir, the land of her roots, holds a special place in Aabha's heart and serves as her ultimate muse. Despite being a corporate honcho in her past life, a profound emotional connection drew her back to her old home, where she rediscovered her true calling in music. Aabha decided to use her art to showcase the rich culture and stories of Kashmir, going beyond the stereotypical portrayal of the region associated with terrorism. #AabhaHanjura #TheFamilyMan #AabhaHanjurasongsHukusBukus
31 July,2023 10:46 AM IST
A yoga event in Gujarat’s Surat has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people for the yoga session. Over one lakh people took part in the Yoga event in Surat. The celebration witnessed the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who joined the state-level International Day of Yoga commemoration. Meanwhile, several union ministers participated in yoga sessions along with the locals in their respective cities. From Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, several Union Ministers started their day with their health being their priority on International Yoga Day. Along with Defence and Railways Ministers, Commerce, Education, and Sports Ministers also performed Yoga today. Amid all this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on an Official State visit, will be participating in a Yoga session that will be held at the UN HQ in the US.
21 June,2023 05:35 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
