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Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025

Details of Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 Celebration in Surat on 27th June

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Surat is all set to witness one of the grandest spiritual celebrations of the year, Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025. This age-old tradition, originally from Puri, Odisha marks the annual journey of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra in elaborately decorated chariots. In Surat too, thousands of devotees gather every year to celebrate the […]

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Surat water supply

Water Supply Cut in Surat on 23rd and 24th June: Check Affected Areas

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The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has officially announced a planned water supply disruption in the South Surat (Udhna-A Zone) due to critical upgrade and maintenance work at the Udhna Chikuwadi Water Distribution Center. Reason for Disruption: This scheduled work includes: Due to the scale of the operation, residents of the affected areas will face an

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Flight crash in Ahmedabad

Flight Crash in Ahmedabad: Former CM Vijay Rupani is dead in Air India Flight AI-171

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In a devastating turn of events, Air India Flight AI-171 route to London, crashed near Ahmedabad just minutes after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people (230 passengers and 12 crew members), took off around 1:38 PM IST and reportedly lost altitude abruptly, crashing

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ABVP protest

ABVP Protests 20% VNSGU Fees Hike for Self-Financed Courses

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A sudden 20% fee hike in self-finance courses at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU) has sparked widespread outrage among students in Surat. The revised fee structure will be applicable from the upcoming 2025–26 academic year, affecting both undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered under self-financed models at VNSGU and its affiliated colleges. Student Discontent Over

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Surat International Airport

Surat Airport Begins E-Visa Facility to Boost International Tourism and Business

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In a major milestone for the city’s global connectivity, Surat International Airport has officially launched the E-Visa facility, allowing foreign nationals to fly directly into Surat without the need to route through major hubs like Mumbai or Ahmedabad. This move is expected to transform Surat into a major international gateway, making it easier, faster, and

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Surat Mock drill for Operation Shield

Surat Gears Up for Statewide Mock drill with Blackout on 31st May

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Surat will once again participate in a large-scale mock drill aimed at testing the city’s preparedness in times of emergency. As part of the statewide civil defence initiative “Operation Shield”, citizens will experience a scheduled blackout on Saturday, 31st May, from 8:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Authorities have confirmed that this is a precautionary exercise

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Surat Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 Celebrations

Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in Surat Gets Patriotic with Operation Sindoor Tribute

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Surat is all set to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 like never before, with a powerful blend of spirituality and patriotism. This year, the city will witness a unique and emotionally charged celebration titled “Operation Sindoor“, a theme based on the recent success of the Indian Army’s Operation Sindoor in Kashmir. The grand celebration will take

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New bridge over tapi in Surat

🚆 Bridging Progress: New Railway Bridge Over Tapi River to Enhance Surat’s Connectivity​

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In a significant development for Gujarat’s railway infrastructure, the Indian Railways has approved the construction of a new railway bridge over the Tapi River, connecting Surat and Utran. This initiative is part of a broader plan to lay the third and fourth railway tracks between Dahanu and Bharuch, aiming to bolster regional connectivity and streamline

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🕊️ “I Won’t Cry”: The Courageous Farewell of Shital Kalathiya to Her Husband Shailesh​

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On April 22, 2025, a serene family vacation in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, turned into a nightmare for the Kalathiya family from Surat. Shailesh Kalathiya, a 44-year-old bank manager, was among the victims of a brutal terror attack in the Baisaran meadow. This article pays tribute to his life, recounts the tragic incident, and echoes

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