How Surat Powers India's Fashion Dreams
While Mumbai & Delhi grab headlines, Surat is India's fashion engine. It produces 30 million meters of fabric daily & processes 90% of world's diamonds. Discover the city democratizing style.
While Mumbai & Delhi grab headlines, Surat is India's fashion engine. It produces 30 million meters of fabric daily & processes 90% of world's diamonds. Discover the city democratizing style.
Motihari excise officials, acting on a tip-off, intercepted a truck from UP and seized 100 cartons of foreign liquor concealed in fodder. Read the full story of the smuggling attempt.
India Post transforms SVNIT campus post office into a vibrant, student-friendly hub with books, coffee, and graffiti. Discover Surat's first Next Generation post office initiative.
A minor allegedly urinating in a water container during kite flying in Surat's Unn area led to a violent fight, resulting in the murder of 27-year-old Zafar Ansari. One arrested, four minors detained.
A high-speed midnight crash on Surat's VIP Road left a woman feeding her baby injured. Police arrested reckless drivers and seized vodka. Full details inside.
Surat Police Commissioner transfers month-old abduction case to crime branch after Patidar community's protest over alleged inaction. Details inside.
GRP personnel at Kanpur Central Railway Station arrested a 24-year-old man smuggling illicit liquor to Bihar. The police recovered 48 quarters of English liquor worth Rs 10,000. Read the full details of the operation.
Maharashtra Made Liquor (MML) sees unexpected high demand since October launch, causing supply shortages. Retailers report weekly stockouts as manufacturers race to scale up production. Discover the price and quality factors driving its popularity.
Surat volunteers report 700+ complaints of streetlights on beyond schedule, wasting electricity. SMC cites repairs & technical faults. Read about the civic issue.
GRP Prayagraj arrests youth, uncovers liquor mafia's new train-route smuggling tactic using unemployed youths. Details on the commission-based network and police probe inside.
A BRTS bus caught fire in Surat's Amroli area on Friday evening. Over 20 passengers evacuated safely thanks to the driver's alertness. Read the full report on the incident and the SFES response.
Karnataka's MSIL outlets saw liquor sales nearly double on New Year's Eve, earning a record Rs 181.1 crore. Discover the festive surge and top-selling brands.
Surat police detained 690 for liquor violations in a major New Year drive. Valsad and Vadodara also saw massive action against drunk driving to curb accidents. Details inside.
Karnataka's MSIL recorded double liquor sales worth Rs 18.11 crore on New Year's Eve 2025, with Mysuru leading at Rs 3.04 crore. Discover the full state-wide sales breakdown.
Surat Municipal Corporation officials reprimanded SITCO for damaging water and drainage pipelines during infrastructure projects, causing severe water supply disruptions for lakhs of residents. Read for details and official warnings.
Andhra Pradesh's liquor sales surged to Rs 2,767 crore in December 2025, an 8% year-on-year rise. Year-end celebrations drove a 60% spike in the final three days. Explore the district-wise data and key drivers.
New Year celebrations in Surat's Limbayat and Sachin turned tragic as two 24-year-olds were murdered. Police swiftly arrested eight, including minors. Read the full investigation details.
Surat police seized MD drugs worth ₹12.8 lakh in three separate operations on December 31, leading to multiple arrests including a minor. Read the full details of the crackdown.
A Surat police head constable was caught red-handed accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe. This is his second ACB arrest. Read the full details of the trap and his past record.
Kerala's LDF government faces criticism as extended bar hours on New Year's Eve lead to record liquor sales, raising questions about its abstinence policy. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat's liquor health permit growth has stalled, rising just 1% in 2025. Policy shifts, GIFT City rules, and administrative delays are key factors. Read the full analysis.
Passengers on an Air India Express flight from Delhi to Surat and Bangkok faced a grueling 10-hour delay due to fog and a bird strike, causing them to miss crucial international connections. Read the full story.
In a shocking incident in Surat's Vesu, thieves stole gold chains from seven women during a Bhagwat Katha. The DCB has arrested three women. Read the full details.
The 47-year-old Indian Diamond Institute in Surat unveils a Rs 1.5 crore renovation. Upgraded labs, auditorium & hostel aim to boost gems & jewellery training. Read more.
Gujarat Police deploy drones, 1000s of personnel for New Year's Eve. Strict action promised against drunk driving, drugs, harassment. Celebrate responsibly or face lock-up.
In a strange burglary in Surat's Althan, thieves stole Rs 48,000, a phone, six chocobar ice creams, and a packet of condoms. Police probe underway. Read the full story.
A massive fire erupted at Surat's Nakshatra Solitaire building in Palanpur, gutting seven shops and spreading to multiple floors. Five people were rescued as firefighters battled the blaze for three hours. Read the full report.
Water supply disrupted across Surat after a main pipeline was damaged during MMTH flyover construction on Ring Road. SMC officials say repairs are complete and supply is being restored. Read details.
Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi inaugurates Ashwini Kumar police station in Surat, built with public funds. Foundation laid for 232 modern police quarters. Read about the boost to local security.
Residents of Mahadev Nagar in Surat took matters into their own hands, raiding an illegal country liquor den. Police seized 18 litres of liquor and arrested one alleged operator. Read the full story.