GujaratEconomy
Maninagar builder sells mortgaged shop, defrauds factory owner of ₹1.10 crore
Case registered against builder and his son; accused of selling mortgaged shop and using funds for personal work
Chaos erupts at Mehsana Urban Bank as new currency notes run out during Diwali shopping
Queues stretched for one kilometre outside the bank as people gathered to obtain new and small denomination currency notes.

NSO Vadodara and Sub-offices to Conduct Various Surveys Across the State
Economic and social data to be collected from rural and urban areas by November 2026

Shopping spree in Surat's jewellery market as gold and silver prices drop on Dhanteras
Heavy crowds swarm jewellery showrooms following a significant decline in prices

MLA Kumar Kanani expresses outrage as private bus fares triple during Diwali
BJP MLA from Surat's Varachha constituency demands government intervention against the arbitrary conduct of private luxury bus operators
Major shake-up in Gujarat RTO system; 359 inspectors transferred
Transport Department issues late-night orders to ensure administrative transparency and smooth functioning
Forest workers end agitation after demands including risk allowance are accepted
Strike by forest guards and rangers, which had been ongoing for seven days at Satyagraha Chhavni, concludes
IHG Hotels and Resorts signs agreement to develop Holiday Inn Resort in Sasan Gir
The resort, featuring 92 rooms, will open in the first quarter of 2031

AMC to spend ₹32 crore to resolve rainwater logging issue in Bopal-Ghuma area
Work on the new storm water drainage system will commence after Diwali and be completed in 8 to 9 months.
Six companies bid for stalled Package-9 of Vadodara-Virar section
NHAI initiates new tender process for 26.6 km stretch in Valsad district

GSRTC to operate over 2500 additional buses for passengers during festivals
Special bus services launched on Saurashtra, North Gujarat, Panchmahal, and Godhra routes

Zydus Lifesciences' Q2 net profit drops 26.6% due to rise in expenses
Net profit declined to ₹925.5 crore despite an increase in the company's revenue
MRPL to increase delivered purchases of crude oil to mitigate shipping risks
New strategy to maintain refinery capacity amid difficulties arising from Iran war

Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation considers withholding BU permission without solar panels
Initiative taken to make solar panels mandatory in new buildings and to transform the city into a solar city
Shankheshwar Court sentences accused to one year imprisonment in cheque return case
Order to pay ₹3 lakh within one month, failing which further imprisonment will be imposed
Attraction for Chinese lighting fades in Junagadh, demand for Made in India lights rises
On the occasion of the Diwali festival, consumers are now prioritising quality and indigenous products

Knowledge Assistants submit memorandum to Chief Minister demanding equal pay
Demands include assurance of permanent employment and payment of vacation salary

Farmers and traders in distress as paddy prices crash in Shehra
Dissatisfaction among farmers as prices decline following the arrival of crops in the market
Expectations of ₹30 to 35 crore turnover in old car market in Rajkot during Diwali
Possibility of increased shopping during festivals despite slight slump in market due to lack of rain
Continuous Growth in Gujarat's Banking Sector, Performance Reviewed at 191st SLBC Meeting
Total deposits of ₹16.09 lakh crore and total credit of ₹15.15 lakh crore were recorded in the meeting held at Ahmedabad.

Unique Mercantile Company cheats investors of ₹3.55 crore
Complaint filed against 8 individuals for luring victims with high returns and foreign trips
Diwali vacation reduced to 15 days as Surat's diamond industry witnesses boom
Decision taken by Diamond Association due to increasing demand and pressure of orders

Controversy erupts as audio clips of financial transactions regarding price differences go viral at Sabar Dairy
Serious allegations of corruption and mismanagement surface ahead of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman elections
Women cattle rearers raise questions over quality of Sabar Dairy's cattle feed
Anger among women as cattle fall sick due to poor feed and low milk prices
State Government approves establishment of Gujarat Export Promotion Council to boost exports
This special purpose vehicle will operate under the Department of Industries and Mines

Diwali shopping sees 20 to 30 per cent decline due to rising dry fruit prices
Lack of demand in the dry fruit market due to Iran-US conflict and liquidity crunch.
₹6 lakh distributed to alleviate shortage of loose change in Surendranagar
Coins and notes distributed to traders and customers through joint initiative of Zalawad Chamber of Commerce and SBI
Public anger as server remains down for three days at Palej Post Office
Rural customers face hardships unable to withdraw money during festive season

Boating services to resume in Nal Sarovar from 15 December
Gujarat Tourism Corporation prepares to bring 200 new boats; 230 local operators trained

Ban on heavy vehicles on Modasa-Nadiad State Highway extended
Collector takes two-month decision to prevent traffic congestion and accidents
Mega food safety checking drive in Rajkot ahead of Diwali; 14 samples sent for testing
Rajkot Municipal Corporation inspected 47 establishments, destroyed inedible items, and collected fines.
Movi-Rajpipla highway sinks at four locations, sparking corruption suspicions
Questions have been raised over the quality of work on the 22 km long road constructed at a cost of crores.
₹464 crore Iscon-Sarkhej elevated corridor to be inaugurated by Amit Shah on November 9
Designed to resolve traffic issues on SG Highway, the project will provide signal-free connectivity to commuters.

Vietnam Airlines commences direct flight service from Ahmedabad to Hanoi
Airlines arrive in Gujarat and Ahmedabad becomes its fifth Indian passenger destination

Two e-stamping centre operators apprehended for overcharging in Mahisagar
Both operators were caught red-handed charging ₹110 for a ₹100 stamp during a sting operation by the Deputy Collector.
Congress raises questions over pipe gas prices in Gujarat being higher than Rajasthan
Congress has stated that pipe gas is more expensive in Gujarat compared to Rajasthan.
Fierce fire breaks out at Supreme Petrochem plant in Panoli GIDC
Three workers sustained serious burn injuries in the fire; investigation launched
Lemon Tree Hotels opens new 44-room resort in Pavagadh
This resort has been operationalized on the Pavagadh-Halol road in Panchmahal district.
Supreme Court dismisses plea for rotation of SC/ST seats
Apex court says legislators should be approached to amend the law

International drug smuggler Salim Dola arrested by ATS in Vadodara drug case
The accused was arrested in connection with the 2022 Vadodara factory case involving the seizure of mephedrone worth ₹438 crore.
Allegations of fraud exceeding ₹1.50 crore by Nidhi Credit Society
Operators abscond after closing the society following collection of funds by luring investors with 24 per cent annual interest
Stock of white clay worth 67 lakh seized in Khampliya of Muli
Case registered against one accused for illegal mining on government land
Cabinet approves insurance scheme for 1 lakh cattle in Gujarat
Government to provide 85 percent subsidy on premium to provide financial security to cattle rearers

Parcel services suspended at Surat and Udhna stations for 11 days
Western Railway's decision in view of passenger rush during Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals

6-lane overbridge on SG Highway in Ahmedabad to open for public on November 9
This flyover, built at a cost of approximately ₹500 crore, will be inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Amul increases ghee and butter prices before Diwali
The country's largest cooperative dairy producer union has increased the prices of ghee and butter by ₹३ to प०.
220 crore litre water reservoir to be constructed in Dholera SIR at a cost of ₹438.74 crore
This project will be implemented to meet the requirements of the industrial development and technology sectors.
Diwali bonus announced for Class-4 employees by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation
A bonus of ₹7,000 will be given to approximately 16,800 employees by AMC.

Fresh Fraud Cases Worth Over ₹10 Crore Filed Against Pansuriya Brothers in Vadodara
Harni Police Station has registered two new complaints of cheating with two major investors from Godhra and Mahisagar.
Train stoppages cancelled for next 2 days due to yard remodeling at Utran station
Important decision taken by Western Railway for daily commuters of Surat and surrounding areas
Massive fire breaks out at Shyam Enterprise in Ankleshwar GIDC of Bharuch
A team of firefighters is struggling to bring the fierce fire that broke out in the company's solvent distillation plant under control.
Vivers of Surat's Sayan Zone decide to extend Diwali vacation by 15 days
Production to decrease by 60 crore metres amidst market slowdown and rising raw material prices
International drug mafia Salim Dola arrested by Gujarat ATS
Secured custody of the mastermind behind the drug factory discovered in Vadodara's Sindrot
Piles of new currency notes with black marketers amidst shortage in Gujarat
As new notes are unavailable in banks, people are being forced to pay higher prices and commissions
Allegations of ₹1.5 Crore Fraud Against Textile Merchant in Surat
Job workers reached the Commissioner's office as they did not receive their remuneration even during Diwali.
Main accused in ₹1.24 crore cyber fraud with Surat trader arrested from Mumbai
The mastermind orchestrated a massive scam by luring with high profits in forex trading
AMC checks ghee samples in Madhupura Market ahead of Diwali
The Municipal Corporation's food department has become active to prevent tampering with citizens' health during festivals.
Farmers enraged as paddy prices crash in Dholka APMC
Farmers faced financial difficulty and registered a protest as they failed to get proper prices right around Diwali.
Record-breaking arrival of groundnuts in Sabarkundla and Gondal marketing yards
Due to lack of space, a temporary ban has been imposed on new arrivals of groundnuts in both marketing yards.
