GIFT City in Gandhinagar is set to expand its automated waste collection infrastructure through two waste management contracts worth a combined ₹30.85 crore. The contracts were secured by Malaysia based engineering firm AWC Berhad through its wholly owned subsidiary, Stream Industries Sdn Bhd. The agreements were officially signed on 28 September 2026 with GIFT City … Read more
The Gujarat government has proposed changes to ecological regulations around the Gir National Park and Sanctuary to address concerns related to local agriculture and wildlife conservation. The issue is closely connected with the proposed Eco Sensitive Zone around the Gir forest, which had raised concerns among farmers and local communities in Gir Somnath, Junagadh and … Read more
Gujarat is working on changes to its taxi and cab service system in 2026, with a focus on fare standardisation, commercial vehicle rules and clearer billing. A key part of the plan is the formation of a taxi fare committee that will work on a standard minimum and maximum fare structure. The policy discussion also … Read more
The Women and Child Development Department, Government of Gujarat, has released a recruitment notification for 6,843 honorary Anganwadi Worker and Anganwadi Helper positions. Online applications are open from September 21, 2026, to October 14, 2026, giving eligible candidates time to complete the application process through the Gujarat e-HRMS portal. The vacancies include 3,043 Anganwadi Worker … Read more
Gujarat is experiencing mostly dry weather on September 28, 2026, with rainfall activity mainly limited to isolated parts of South Gujarat. The weather pattern is different across the state, with South Gujarat continuing to see chances of light to moderate showers while North and Central Gujarat are expected to remain dry and gradually warmer. The … Read more
The 14th edition of the Surat International Textile Expo, known as SITEX 2026, is being held from September 26 to September 28, 2026, at the Surat International Exhibition and Convention Centre (SIECC), Sarsana, Surat. Organised by The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), the three day B2B exhibition brings together businesses and professionals … Read more
Gujarat has launched its Gujarat Tourism Year 2026 27 initiative with a major focus on rural and community based tourism. As part of the programme, modern homestay facilities will be promoted in 100 selected villages across the state. The initiative was officially announced on World Tourism Day, September 27, 2026, at an event held in … Read more
India’s first LNG powered train was inaugurated from Sabarmati Railway Station in Ahmedabad on September 27, 2026. The launch was part of a wider ₹1,472 crore package of railway and infrastructure projects in Gujarat focused on cleaner train operations, railway capacity and passenger safety. The new train uses a dual fuel system combining Liquefied Natural … Read more