WHAT HAPPENED IN SURAT
What happened at Surat Railway Station? Why are migrant workers leaving the industrial town in a rush?
Surat Railway Station News: Thousands of migrant workers crowded Surat's Udhna railway station, creating chaos and long queues as they rushed to leave. Beyond the summer rush, workers cited LPG shortages and slowing industrial activity as reasons for their departure, highlighting broader economic disruptions.
From Red Sea to Hormuz: Why MSMEs must rethink risk cover
Geopolitical risks are now a business reality for Indian MSMEs. Conflicts disrupt supply chains and trade routes, causing significant financial losses. Standard insurance policies often exclude war risks, leaving businesses vulnerable. Many MSME owners are unaware of these gaps until a claim is denied.
What happens if you stop eating after 9 pm for 90 days? Here are 6 ways your body changes over time
Giving up late-night snacks for 90 days helps reset your body’s natural rhythms. Digestion improves, leading to less bloating. Sleep quality becomes better, helping you feel more energised. Hunger hormones stabilise, which helps control cravings. Metabolism becomes more efficient, supporting weight management. Gut health improves, and acid reflux reduces. Together, these changes lead to noticeable improvements in both physical and mental wellbeing.
Sold two farm lands for Rs 8.75 crore capital gains but paid no tax or filed ITR; ITAT Ahmedabad rules in favour of taxpayer
A man from Bharuch, Gujarat had sold two agricultural lands for Rs 8.75 crore capital gains to a company who subsequently used the lands for industrial purposes. This man however, paid no income tax The Income Tax Department issued a notice. The ITAT Ahmedabad ruled in his favour for this reason.
The Materialists: How indie designers are working creatively with waste to forge new materials
Indian designers are turning textile waste into new fabrics and products. Brands like Paiwand Studio and Doodlage are leading this movement. They are creating running fabrics and elevated basics from discarded materials. This practice is moving beyond patchwork to become a structured part of the fashion supply chain. It offers a sustainable alternative to virgin raw materials.
Long war vs short war: 10 things investors should keep an eye on if the war continues for longer than Trump expects
India imports a bulk of its crude oil. Nearly half of it passes through a 33-km-wide waterway called the Strait of Hormuz. More than eight million Indians live and work in the Gulf, sending home over $50 billion a year. A war in the Gulf is not a distant geopolitical event for India – it is a direct hit on the economy through at least 10 distinct transmission channels. Here’s how each one works, what the numbers look like, and which sectors and stocks sit in the line of fire.
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Rs 2 crore revenue, but he still decided to quit: IITian founder chooses life as engineer despite success due to one major problem
An IIT Kanpur alumnus who had scaled his D2C shoe brand to nearly Rs 2 crore in monthly sales decided to shut it down and return to a full-time engineering role. The story was shared by Jaipur-based founder Pranshi Chaturvedi, who said he left the business because he was unhappy with how the Surat-based manufacturing side operated. Despite early revenue success, ongoing supply and operational challenges reportedly pushed him to step away.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | After 18 months of no returns, stage set for 2–3 years of above-average gains: Rakesh Pujara
Investors can now turn optimistic as the market is poised for above-average gains over the next two to three years. Attractive valuations in small and microcaps, coupled with reviving earnings and pro-growth policies, signal a positive outlook. Gold also deserves a permanent portfolio allocation due to structural global shifts. The market is set for a rally.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 25%
As nothing can be ruled out on the street, investors should be prepared for anything. Now, what is the probability that the bears will be chased out of the market in the next couple of weeks? Traditionally, liquidity is tight in March on the account of the financial year ending. A lot of money is taken out as the advance tax payment date approaches. And given that the mood is already sour due to the performance of IT stocks, the possibility is that the volatility quotient may remain high. But we should also take into consideration the fact that we have been in a bear market for more than a year – and every year is not the same.
ET Make in India SME Regional Summits: Racing past China while Trump's tariffs clear the path
From AI-powered diamond sorting to $30 billion textile exports, Gujarat's industrial hub is transforming challenges into competitive advantages.
“Seat 38 – Purvi?”: A simple question that echoed India’s quiet shift toward safer travel for women
A LinkedIn post by Purvi Jain is going viral, highlighting a positive experience on an overnight train in India. Two female police officers conducted a routine check, ensuring Jain's comfort and providing a helpline number. This initiative by Indian Railways and RPF aims to enhance women's safety.
Are diamonds forever? Surat’s sparkle wanes as war and tariffs cut deep
Diamond hub Surat has been grappling with challenges aplenty in recent years, with tariffs being the final nail in the coffin. Can diversification and innovation help the industry overcome these obstacles?
Pahalgam terror attack: Mortal remains, late flight take off, an airport open for longer hours
Surat airport extended its operational hours for an Air India Express flight. The flight carried the remains of a Pahalgam terror attack victim. IndiGo and Air India Express coordinated to ensure timely transport. Delhi airport authorities and ATCs also played a crucial role. The family avoided an overnight wait in Delhi.
IIM graduate is often mistaken as a gym trainer, bouncer. Netizen asks if it happens in front of his wife
Arindam Paul, a graduate of NIT Surat and IIM Indore, faces stereotypes due to his appearance despite his professional success. Now the chief business officer at Atomberg, he has significantly contributed to its growth. Arindam shares experiences of being mistaken for various low-level jobs, highlighting biases in Indian society based on looks.
"Congress a 'sinking ship'....no power can save it": Rajnath Singh in Madhya Pradesh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh criticized Congress as a 'sinking ship', praised BJP for poverty reduction, compared Modi to Ahilyabai Holkar, and advocated for 'One Nation One Election'. He highlighted BJP's development projects and defended against Congress's democracy claims.
Congress cries foul as party's Indore nominee Akshay Bam defects to BJP
The Congress party faced another setback as its candidate, Akshay Kanti Bam, from the Indore Lok Sabha seat in Madhya Pradesh, withdrew his nomination and joined the BJP. Congress alleged that Bam was pressured due to pending cases against him, including a murder charge. This incident follows a similar defection of the Congress candidate in the Surat seat of Gujarat last week. Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate described these actions as a "threat to democracy," accusing the BJP of coercing candidates and their proposers.
Rahul Gandhi’s conviction in a court and subsequent disqualification is result of karma: Assam CM
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has said that Rahul Gandhi’s disqualification from the Lok Sabha is a result of Karma, due to his tearing off the ordinance brought by the UPA government in 2013 which stated that elected representatives convicted by a court would not be disqualified. Rahul was disqualified from the Lok Sabha on Friday after being found guilty of criminal defamation for a remark made ahead of the 2019 general elections.
Gujarat people moved beyond caste-based voting because of PM, claims Mandaviya
As voters in Saurashtra, Surat and many other parts of Gujarat prepare to vote in less than a week, the health minister has been crisscrossing the State holding public meetings every day. Mandaviya spoke toVasudha Venugopal on a range of issues ahead the crucial polls.
Bengaluru, Shimla ranked 'most livable' cities in government's Ease of Living Index 2020
Shimla is the most liveable city on the Ease of Living Index of cities with less than 1 million population. Shimla is followed by Bhubaneswar, Silvassa, Kakinada, Salem, Vellore, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Davangere and Tiruchirapalli.
AAP wins 27 seats in the municipal corporation polls, Kejriwal holds roadshow
With the Congress drawing a blank across 120 seats in Surat, the AAP has emerged as the opposition in the corporation.
Hungry and homesick, Odia migrant labourers in Surat want to get back home
Dalai is among estimated eight lakh Odia migrants working in Surat’s textile mills, many of who increasingly insistent on wanting to return home. He needs to get back to Kabisuryanagar in Ganjam district where there will be, if nothing else, food to eat, he says.
View: PM Narendra Modi not a shoo-in but will start 2019 with big advantage
What many people are missing out is that Modi will himself be on the ballot in 2019. Unlike Gujarat or Karnataka, people will be directly voting for him.
Gujarat team behind PM Narendra Modi's successful foreign events
While BJP workers from Gujarat had thronged the narrow lanes of Varanasi to campaign for Modi ahead of the Lok Sabha polls last year, event managers from the state also made sure that Modi’s Madison Square moment was a huge hit.
Swachh Bharat: Can the Indian litterbug change his filthy habits and come clean?
As PM Modi's SwachhBharat Campaign continues, can the Indian Litterbug change his filthy habits and come clean?
Surat may turn into diamond trade centre as Narendra Modi's ascent takes shape
According to the plan, over the next few weeks, a new entity, Surat Diamond Bourse, would be registered – positioning it against Bharat Diamond Bourse.
Recent seizure by IT dept only a blip in angadias flourishing diamond trade
For generations, men, many from Mehsana in Guj, have been 'Angadias' - unofficial, trusted couriers who ferry diamonds, jewellery & cash.
We see a very robust pipeline ahead: VD Mhaiskar, CMD, IRB Infrastructure Developers
In an interview with ET Now, VD Mhaiskar, CMD, IRB Infrastructure Developers, talks about construction projects, toll collection and position of shares of his company.
New Deoband chief lauds Modi's Gujarat
The new Darul Uloom VC, Maulana Ghulam Mohammed Vastanvi, said "all communities" are prospering in Narendra Modi's Gujarat and there was "no discrimination against the minorities in the state'.
Rough road for Surat diamond industry
Until recently, the Surat diamond industry was faced with a problem of increasing rough diamond prices and shrinking workforce.
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