Discover upcoming events, festivals, public programs, and important activities taking place in Surat and surrounding regions.
Gold and silver prices have cooled off after hitting record highs earlier in 2026, and with April just around the corner, investors are asking the same question – is this the right time to buy? Between festival demand in India, global economic uncertainty, and shifting industrial needs, the precious metals market is looking at one … Read more
Chaitra Navratri 2026 begins on March 19 and ends on March 27, concluding with Ram Navami – the birth of Lord Rama. This nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga is one of the most sacred periods in the Hindu calendar, observed with fasting, prayers, and spiritual discipline across India and beyond. Whether you’re a first-time … Read more
The festival of Eid al-Fitr, also known as Sweet Eid, marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In India, Eid al-Fitr 2026 is expected to begin on the evening of Thursday, March 19 (Chand Raat) and will likely be celebrated on Friday, March 20 or Saturday, March 21, depending on the sighting of … Read more
The festivals of Ugadi and Gudi Padwa mark the beginning of the Hindu New Year according to the traditional lunisolar calendar. In 2026, both festivals will be celebrated on Thursday, March 19 across different regions of India. While they share the same spiritual meaning, their cultural traditions vary across states such as Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, … Read more
It is a vibrant time to be in Gujarat. Holi 2026 has brought together grand temple celebrations and a rare celestial event — the Chandra Grahan (Total Lunar Eclipse) on March 3. Because the eclipse coincided with Holi Purnima, several major temples across Gujarat adjusted their ritual schedules. Holika Dahan timings were modified in some … Read more
If you’ve ever walked through a Gujarat neighborhood in early March, you know what’s coming. The smell of wood being stacked for bonfires. Children testing water guns days in advance. Shopkeepers wrapping colours in paper packets while warning everyone to use natural ones this time. Holi 2026 arrives on 3 and 4 March, and across … Read more
The morning traffic around Athwa Lines moved slower than usual today. Not because of an accident or road work. Because thousands of people were walking in the same direction, toward the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Indoor Stadium, many with yoga mats rolled under their arms and a quiet anticipation on their faces. Sri Sri Ravi … Read more
The Women Force 2026 conclave is currently being held at Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, beginning on 26 February and continuing through 27 February 2026. The event brings together leading women scientists, researchers, and innovators from across India. It marks an important step toward improving gender representation in advanced research fields such as quantum technology, … Read more
The 72nd Senior National Men’s Kabaddi Championship in Vadodara has officially moved into its high-stakes knockout phase as of February 26, 2026. After intense group-stage clashes, the first round of Pre-Quarter Finals concluded at the Sama Indoor Complex, with traditional powerhouses advancing to the next round. The tournament has brought together the nation’s best kabaddi … Read more
The countdown to one of Hinduism’s grandest spiritual gatherings has officially begun. The Nashik–Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela is scheduled to commence on October 31, 2026, bringing together millions of pilgrims, saints, and devotees across two sacred locations in Maharashtra. Unlike other Kumbh gatherings held at a single location, this Simhastha will be celebrated across both … Read more