The 13th edition of the Surat International Textile Expo 2026 will begin on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The event is organized by the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry and is known as one of India’s leading exhibitions focused on advanced textile machinery and technology. Event Dates, Timings, and Venue SITEX 2026 will run … Read more
Defending champions Australia have been officially eliminated from the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on February 17, 2026, after rain forced the Zimbabwe vs Ireland match in Pallekele to be abandoned. This is only the second time in ten editions of the tournament that Australia has failed to move beyond the group stage. The … Read more
As of February 17, 2026, the Surat Weaving Jari Association has taken strict steps to control a growing liquidity crisis that has placed many jari manufacturers under serious financial pressure. The new rules are aimed at improving payment discipline, reducing unfair deductions, and helping small manufacturers survive rising production costs. Key Decisions Taken by SWJA … Read more
The final voter list for Gujarat was officially released on February 17, 2026. This comes after a detailed Special Intensive Revision process carried out across the state. Election officials conducted door to door verification, removed incorrect names, and added new eligible voters to ensure the database is accurate before the upcoming elections. Big Changes Reported … Read more
On February 14, 2026, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved a major highway project to upgrade parts of National Highway 56 in Gujarat. This project is part of the Bodeli to Vapi corridor and aims to improve road connectivity in South Gujarat’s tribal and developing regions. Project Details Total Length and Cost The highway … Read more
The Surat Municipal Corporation draft budget for the financial year 2026 27 was first presented at ₹10,593 crore in February 2026. Later, the Standing Committee revised and approved the total budget at ₹11,301 crore. This new budget focuses on infrastructure, public welfare, and education development in the city. Key Budget Highlights No Tax Increase For … Read more
The air quality in Surat on Saturday, February 14, 2026, stands at an AQI of 108, placing it in the “Moderate” category according to Indian National Air Quality Index standards. At this level, air quality is generally acceptable, though some sensitive individuals may experience mild health effects. Factors Behind Current Readings Experts attribute the present … Read more
Days after powering India to a record sixth Under-19 World Cup title, teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is trading his cricket kit for textbooks. The 14 year old will appear for his CBSE Class 10 board examinations beginning February 17, 2026, demonstrating remarkable balance between academic responsibility and sporting excellence. School Life Takes Priority Vaibhav … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, February 14, 2026, inaugurated the Northeast region’s first Emergency Landing Facility at Moran Bypass in Assam’s Dibrugarh district. The strategic project strengthens defence readiness, disaster response capabilities, and regional infrastructure. Historic Landing Marks Inauguration The Prime Minister arrived at the site around 10:51 AM aboard an Indian Air Force … Read more
Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has been discharged from a New Delhi hospital following treatment for a severe stomach infection and dehydration, but his availability for the marquee India Pakistan T20 World Cup match on February 15 remains uncertain. Recovery and Current Status Sharma was admitted on February 11 and released the same day after receiving … Read more