PMDA Greenlights Rs 12.9 Crore Anti-Flood Project for Ghaggar
Panchkula's PMDA sanctions a major Rs 12.9 crore project to reinforce Ghaggar riverbanks, based on IIT Roorkee's plan, to protect vulnerable sectors from seasonal floods. Read details.
Category : Search result: Sabarmati flood 1973
Nepal PM's Husband to Get Treatment in New Delhi
Durga Prasad Subedi, husband of Nepal's Interim PM Sushila Karki, is being transferred to a Delhi hospital for advanced medical care after showing no improvement in Kathmandu. Read the full story.
Teen rescued from Sabarmati River after suicide bid
A young man was rescued from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati River after a passerby used a rope from his goods vehicle. The incident highlights urgent need for suicide prevention measures on city bridges.
Ahmedabad: Son's Killer Dies by Suicide on Parole
Damra Patel, convicted for murdering his 10-year-old son, ingested poison in Banaskantha. He was under severe guilt and faced social isolation. Read the full story.
Gujarat man kills self on parole after son's murder conviction
Damra Patel, convicted for murdering his 10-year-old son, died by suicide in his Banaskantha village while on parole. Police cite guilt and emotional distress as reasons.
Ahmedabad Flower Show 2026 Sets Two New Guinness World Records
Ahmedabad's International Flower Show 2026 creates history with two Guinness World Records: World's Largest Flower Mandala and Largest Flower Portrait of Sardar Patel. Discover the stunning details!
8 Flood Control Projects Approved for Haryana's Markanda River
Haryana government greenlights eight crucial projects worth crores for flood management on the Markanda River, aiming to protect lives and farmland in the region.
LA Flood Watch: NWS Issues Warning for Mudslides, Heavy Rain
National Weather Services issues flood warning for Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Ventura till Thursday night. Risks include mudslides, debris flow. Key safety tips inside.
Haryana CM okays Rs 637 crore flood control schemes
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini approves 388 flood control schemes worth Rs 637.25 crore. He directs officials to complete work before monsoon and bans untreated water discharge into Yamuna.
Ahmedabad Flower Show 2026 to showcase India's heritage
Ahmedabad's 14th International Flower Show from Jan 1-22, 2026, themed 'Bharat Ek Gatha', will fuse flora with culture. CM Bhupendra Patel to inaugurate. Explore diverse zones on Sabarmati Riverfront.
50-Year Wait Ends: Gandhinagar Families Get Property Rights
173 families displaced by the 1973 Sabarmati flood finally receive property ownership certificates from the Gujarat government, granting them legal rights and dignity after five decades.
173 Gandhinagar families get property certificates after 50 years
Over 50 years after floods displaced them, 173 residents of Nava Vanzar in Gandhinagar receive property ownership certificates from the state government, enabling loans and securing their dignity.
Ahmedabad Flower Show 2026: 'Bharat Ek Gatha' Theme
Ahmedabad International Flower Show 2026 opens Jan 1 with 'Bharat Ek Gatha' theme. See India's journey from mythology to modernity through stunning floral displays at Sabarmati Riverfront.
Ahmedabad International Flower Show 2026 from Jan 1
Ahmedabad gears up for the 14th International Flower Show in 2026, showcasing India's journey from ancient times to modernity through stunning floral displays. CM Bhupendra Patel to inaugurate.
Ahmedabad's Massive NYE Security: 9,000 Personnel Deployed
Ahmedabad police unveil a comprehensive New Year's Eve security and traffic plan, deploying over 9,000 personnel. Key areas like Sabarmati Riverfront and SG Road under strict vigil. Read the full details.
Buried Steps Found at Gandhi Ashram's Vinoba-Mira Kutir
Restoration work at Sabarmati Ashram's Vinoba-Mira cottage reveals buried steps and a 1.5-foot plinth, hidden for decades. The project, part of a Rs 1,200-crore redevelopment, aims to preserve Gandhian heritage. Read more.
Winter Dandi March 2026: Veterans, NCC to Walk 387 km
Armed forces veterans and NCC cadets will walk Gandhi's 387 km Dandi March route from Jan 3, 2026, covering 25-30 km daily. A tribute to perseverance and fitness. Read the full story.
Punjab Men to Return from Pakistan Jail After 2 Years
Harwinder Singh and Ratanpal Singh, swept to Pakistan in 2023 floods, are finally coming home. Their families endured tragedy and poverty during the long wait. Read their emotional story.
Veterans to Retrace Dandi March Route in January
Sixteen military police veterans will walk the historic Dandi March route in January 2025 to experience history firsthand. The 386-km journey honors Mahatma Gandhi's legacy.
GNDU adopts flood-hit Gaggar village, starts relief drive
Guru Nanak Dev University adopts flood-ravaged Gaggar village in Ajnala, launching a major winter relief drive with blankets, food, and medical aid for affected families.
Ahmedabad's Subhash Bridge to be restored, expanded with new bridges
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation announces a Rs 250 crore project to restore the cracked Subhash Bridge and construct new two-lane bridges on both sides to ease city traffic. Read the full plan.
Patel: Riverfront shows political will, inaugurates Rs 957cr works
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel cites Ahmedabad Riverfront as an example of political will, inaugurates VMC projects worth Rs 957 crore. He stresses quality work and highlights the state's urban development budget surge.
Subhash Bridge in Ahmedabad to be restored, not demolished
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation decides to restore the 52-year-old Subhash Bridge after expert inspection. A new bridge proposal is also submitted. Read the full details.
AMC's Rs 282 Cr Plan for Thematic Streets in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation approves Rs 282.3 crore project for thematic development of streets near Ashram Road & Sabarmati Riverfront. Includes Sports, Metro & Education Precincts.
Ahmedabad Sports Facilities in Disrepair, Claims Opposition
Opposition leader Shehzad Khan Pathan accuses AMC of poor upkeep of sports complexes, citing closed facilities and stalled projects as Ahmedabad gears up for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
New Multi-Purpose Flood Shelter Launched in Assam's Majuli
A state-of-the-art multi-purpose flood shelter's construction begins in Majuli's Bengana Kalia village, enhancing Assam's disaster resilience. Read about this key infrastructure project.
Ahmedabad Bomb Threat Hoax Targets 30+ Locations
Over 30 schools, Sabarmati Jail & Gandhi Ashram in Ahmedabad evacuated after bomb threat emails. Police confirm hoax, suspect UK-based sender. Read details.
CAG flags Bengaluru flood model lapses, recommends probe
CAG report reveals major lapses in Bengaluru's flood warning projects, leading to wasteful expenditure and leaving residents vulnerable. Read the full audit findings.
Sabarmati Riverbed Liquor Brewery Busted in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad's Prevention of Crime Branch raided a country liquor brewery hidden in the Sabarmati riverbed near Kotarpur waterworks, seizing large quantities of illicit brew. One detained, one suspect fled.
Ahmedabad to cut 85 trees for infrastructure projects
Ahmedabad civic body will cut 85 trees for road and bridge projects, auctioning timber on Dec 11. Get details on the infrastructure development and wood auction.
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