Nov 2018

GUJARAT Surat runs over 120 ‘model’ schools for migrants     Cities with large migrant population can take a leaf out of Surat model, where the municipal corporation has been running over 120 special schools to cater to the needs of the city’s workforce.   Officials said running these schools in languages other than the … Read more

GUJARAT GUVNL increases fuel surcharge   Electricity consumers of Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) will have to cough up more for power they consume as the state-run power utility has increased fuel and power purchase price adjustment (FPPPA) charges by 23 paise per unit to Rs 1.84 per unit from Rs 1.61/unit.   The power distribution … Read more

GUJARAT Cotton output estimated to dip to 88L bales in Gujarat   Despite increase in area under cotton cultivation this kharif season, the production is set to decline due to reduction in yield following deficient rainfall. Cotton output in Gujarat, the largest producer of the natural fibre, is expected to dip by 16% in 2018-19.   According to … Read more

GUJARAT Gujarat govt says it’s ready to rename Ahmedabad as Karnavati   State government was willing to change Ahmedabad’s name if it gets past the legal hurdles and receives required support.   Historically, the area around Ahmedabad has been inhabited since the 11th century, when it was known as Ashaval.   Chaulukya ruler Karna of … Read more

GUJARAT Cabinet approves setting up of Medical College at Silvassa in UT of Dadra and Nagar Haveli   Under Chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently, Union Cabinet approved the setting up of a medical college in Silvassa of Dadar and Nagar Haveli. This will increase the availability of doctors and increase in medical education. … Read more