A Surat builder's extravagant birthday celebration for his son led to his arrest after he burst fireworks on a main road, disrupting traffic and breaking multiple laws. Read the full story.
Surat police book land developer Dipak Ijardar for bursting firecrackers in a public place during his son's birthday, violating prohibitory orders. Read the full details of the case.
A 22-year-old man from Surat was arrested for attacking a pregnant neighbour, stealing Rs 2.26 lakh, and using the money for a luxury trip to Manali with his girlfriend. Read the full story.
Surat Range Forest Officer Sonal Solanki, 33, succumbed to a gunshot wound. Police charge her husband and his friend with premeditated murder. Details on the GPS tracking and investigation inside.
Surat DCB seizes 17.65 kg of hydroponic cannabis worth Rs 6.18 crore from Bangkok flight, arrests three with Tamil Nadu links. Read the full investigation details.
Udhna police arrested Vikas Nishad for allegedly molesting multiple women during their morning walks. Five victims came forward after the initial complaint. Read the full story.
Residents of Surat's Shiv Residency return home after SVNIT declares towers safe post-retention wall collapse. SMC bore costs for independent safety tests. Read the full story.
A Surat family court intervenes to halt the diksha of a 7-year-old Jain girl after her father files for custody. The mother submits an affidavit agreeing not to proceed with the ceremony scheduled for 2026. Read the full legal and family details.
Gas supply to 1,200 households in Surat's Bharimata area disrupted after OFC work damages pipeline. Waterlogging hampers repairs. Residents face hardship.
A massive fire gutted furniture and garment warehouses in Surat's Godadara, raising serious questions about fire safety norms and municipal oversight. Read the full report on the incident and its implications.
Surat Family Court grants interim relief to father opposing his young daughter's Diksha ceremony. Mother directed to file undertaking, putting the 2026 initiation on hold. Read the full custody battle details.
A 62-year-old retired textile trader from Surat was duped of Rs 42.28 lakh in a sophisticated online investment scam. Police have arrested three individuals for providing bank accounts used in the fraud. Learn how to protect yourself.
A family dispute in Surat turned destructive as a 32-year-old man allegedly set fire to his father's rented property, causing an estimated loss of Rs 18 lakh. Read the full details of the shocking incident.
Udhna police arrested four, including a minor, for killing a 50-year-old man who intervened in a scuffle targeting his son. The attack stemmed from a grudge over a 1.5-year-old quarrel. Read the full details.
Althan police in Surat seized three SUVs and booked drivers after a viral video showed dangerous stunts post-ABVP appointments. Read about the legal action and public safety concerns.
Residents of Surat's Shiv Residency remain fearful after a wall collapse, delaying their return home despite SVNIT declaring the buildings safe. SMC offers new independent tests.
Surat's SRKRC upgrades to a fully automated NAT system, detecting 117 infected blood donations missed by ELISA, preventing at least 351 potential infections. Read how this tech saves lives.
Surat's trade bodies are elated as Botswana's President Duma Boko plans a Jan 2026 visit, unlocking major opportunities in diamonds, solar energy, and textiles. A massive $4 billion renewable energy MoU has already been signed. Read more!
Surat's diamond artisans face a 50-75% wage crash as they pivot to lab-grown gems. With 800,000 jobs at stake, the industry's foundation is cracking. Read the full story.
A Surat family court intervenes to stop a 7-year-old Jain girl's renunciation. The case mirrors a May order involving a 12-year-old boy, fueling the debate on minors' rights versus religious faith in diksha ceremonies.
Botswana's minister reveals plans to increase diamond output post-festive demand surge. Hints at major announcements during President's Jan India visit. Details inside.
SMC committee finds Shiv Residency structures safe after Bhimrad wall collapse. Residents offered third-party inspection. Read the latest updates and official statements.
Surat's draft electoral roll published with 36.23 lakh voters. Authorities to serve notices to 11.17 lakh unmapped voters. Final list expected in February. Check your name online now.
A 27-year-old labourer, Rahul Vaghela, was killed in Surat's Rander area allegedly by his friend Abdul. The incident occurred near Bhanaki Stadium after a minor dispute escalated. Police have registered a murder case.
Surat police arrest 41 cyber fraudsters in Operation Mule Hunt, uncovering Rs 8.80 crore scam routed through mule accounts. Details on the massive crackdown inside.
A retaining wall collapse in Surat's Bhimrad forces over 1,500 residents from their homes. SMC orders evacuation, residents protest. Developer provides temporary shelter. Read for details.
A Surat sessions court has discharged BJP MLA Hardik Patel and three others in a 2015 sedition case, accepting the state government's application to withdraw prosecution. Read the full details.
ACB Ahmedabad caught a police inspector and an advocate red-handed accepting a Rs 3 lakh bribe at Kim police station in Surat to avoid filing a GujCTOC case. Details inside.
ISPL Season 3 offers a massive Rs 5.92 crore prize pool from Jan 9-Feb 6, 2026 in Surat. Winners get Rs 2 crore; MVP wins a Porsche 911. Discover all details!
A massive strike by weaving unit workers in Surat's Pandesara and Bhestan has forced 1,500 units to shut down. Nearly 15,000 workers demand higher wages after failed negotiations. Read the full story.