News for 'Vibrant Gujarat'

Look Who's Making Khadi Chic

Look Who's Making Khadi Chic

Rediff.com28 Mar 2025

Khadi got a bold, modern makeover with vibrant, detailed and sharply crafted silhouettes from designers Karishma Shahani Khan, Nikasha, Niki Mahajan, and CoEk - Khadi India, as they brought a fresh, dynamic spin to this iconic fabric during the Khadi India show at the Lakme Fashion Week.

India is going ahead as 'vishwa mitra': Modi at Gujarat Summit

India is going ahead as 'vishwa mitra': Modi at Gujarat Summit

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the world looks at India as an important pillar of stability, a trusted friend, an engine of growth in the global economy, a technology hub for finding solutions and a powerhouse of talented youth. He also said that in the rapidly changing world order, India is moving forward as 'vishwa mitra' (friend of the world).

27 killed in lightning strikes as rain batters Gujarat

27 killed in lightning strikes as rain batters Gujarat

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

The rains were being caused due to a cyclonic circulation lying over north east Arabian sea and adjoining Saurashtra and Kutch regions, the IMD said in its bulletin.

What Jaishankar said on defacement of temple in US

What Jaishankar said on defacement of temple in US

Rediff.com23 Dec 2023

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday expressed concern over the vandalism of a Hindu temple with anti-India graffiti in the United States, and said extremists and separatist forces outside India should not get such space.

Modi most successful PM, is nationalist and internationalist, says Ambani

Modi most successful PM, is nationalist and internationalist, says Ambani

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Narendra Modi is India's most successful prime minister and the greatest global leader of current generation, billionaire Mukesh Ambani said on Wednesday as he flaunted his group Reliance Industries' Gujarati heritage and its over USD 150 billion (Rs 12 lakh crore) investment in last 10 years.

It is actually Modi vs Modi in Gujarat

It is actually Modi vs Modi in Gujarat

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

The Gujarat elections 2012 are not a contest between the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Congress and the Gujarat Parivartan Party. It is not between Narendrabhai and Keshubhai. Nor is it between Modi and Rahul or Sonia Gandhi. It is a contest between Modi that is seen as a symbol of Vibrant Gujarat, and a Modi that is deeply resented Parakala Prabhakar.

Malaysia finds Gujarat 'vibrant' for trade ties

Malaysia finds Gujarat 'vibrant' for trade ties

Rediff.com20 Mar 2014

To find out opportunities for Malaysian companies and increase trade with Gujarat, Consul General in India, Mohamed Hatimi Abas and Vice Consul Omar Salleh today visited a trade exhibition at Gujarat University Convention centre.

Binani to invest Rs 4,200 cr in Gujarat

Binani to invest Rs 4,200 cr in Gujarat

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

During the 2009 edition of Vibrant Gujarat, Binani Cement had signed a MoU to set up a 2.5 mtpa cement plant and a ditto was signed during the on-going annual event of the state for attracting fresh investment.

What Bhumi, Raashii Absolutely Adore!

What Bhumi, Raashii Absolutely Adore!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Bookmark these stylish avatars to add a bit of contrast or drama to your clothing.

What You Don't Know About Ambani, Adani Wealth

What You Don't Know About Ambani, Adani Wealth

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

Ambani and Adani account for a fifth of the net worth of all billionaire promoters in the country and half the combined net worth of the top 10.

Gujarat bags investments worth Rs 2 lakh crore

Gujarat bags investments worth Rs 2 lakh crore

Rediff.com17 Feb 2007

The Gujarat government bagged a total investment of Rs 2,05,000 crore.

India Inc's mega plans for Gujarat

India Inc's mega plans for Gujarat

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party government, top industry captains pledged mega investments at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

Tatas' Gujarat semiconductor fab will create over 20K jobs

Tatas' Gujarat semiconductor fab will create over 20K jobs

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Tata Electronics' Rs 91,000 crore semiconductor fab in Dholera, Gujarat, in partnership with PSMC, will generate over 20,000 direct and indirect skilled jobs in the region and construction of the mega unit is expected to begin this year, according to a statement on Thursday. The planned unit - India's first commercial fab, marks Tata Electronics' entry into the global semiconductor industry. Tata Electronics said it is "proud to lead India's entry into global semiconductor fabrication".

'Naidu Will Not Waste Time Now'

'Naidu Will Not Waste Time Now'

Rediff.com3 May 2025

'Amaravati will be a game changer for Andhra Pradesh.'

Republic Day 2025: Modi sports red and yellow striped safa

Republic Day 2025: Modi sports red and yellow striped safa

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose a red and yellow striped 'safa' for his Republic-Day look on Sunday, pairing it with a brown bandhgala jacket and pocket square.

India to be a $30 trillion economy by 2047: Sitharaman

India to be a $30 trillion economy by 2047: Sitharaman

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

India will become the third largest economy by 2027-28, with a GDP of over $5 trillion, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Wednesday. Even going by conservative estimates, the size of the Indian economy will be $30 trillion by 2047, she noted. "It is possible that we will be the third largest economy by 2027-28, and our GDP will cross $5 trillion by that time. By 2047, it is a conservative estimate that we will reach at least $30 trillion in terms of economy," Sitharaman said at the Vibrant Gujarat summit.

Is Gujarat as 'vibrant' as Modi markets it?

Is Gujarat as 'vibrant' as Modi markets it?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2013

The writer feels that though Gujarat has made rapid economic progress, the growth has not been inclusive.

Gujarat seeks strong economic ties with US

Gujarat seeks strong economic ties with US

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

American companies have been called to invest and explore business opportunities in the state

Vibrant India: Modi's superlative act to charm investors

"Vibrant India": Modi's superlative act to charm investors

Rediff.com11 Jan 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has high hopes from the VibrantGujarat Summit.

Gujarat aims to tap Canadian investors

Gujarat aims to tap Canadian investors

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

Canadian investors have been invited to participate in the fifth biennial 'Vibrant Gujarat' summit, a global investors' meet organised by Gujarat, on January 12 and 13 next year.

Gujarat not an investment hotspot, insists Congress

Gujarat not an investment hotspot, insists Congress

Rediff.com5 Jan 2011

Modi's claims of Gujarat as an attractive investment have now been questioned by the Congress party.

IITians plan a tech conclave in Gujarat

IITians plan a tech conclave in Gujarat

Rediff.com22 Dec 2010

In a bid to give a fillip to technological development in the state, the Government of Gujarat along with 400 strong Pan-IIT Gujarat Alumni Association will be organising 'IIT Conclave: Technology and Development in Gujarat' on January 11, 2011 as a part of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors' Summit (VGGIS) 2011.

Food Trends At Weddings Reach New Heights

Food Trends At Weddings Reach New Heights

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, bespoke table linens with monograms and couple-themed hashtags.

Rural transport: Tata group to partner Gujarat

Rural transport: Tata group to partner Gujarat

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

Unlike Anil Ambani led Reliance Group or the Adani Group, Tata did not announce any mega investment.

Goodbye Skipper!

Goodbye Skipper!

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

'He asserted in his usual jovial style that he was not an MBA like his audience at IIM-Ahmedabad but perhaps had an even better business degree: MBB'. 'He went on to explain to his perplexed, blue chip B-School audience that MBB stood for "Marwadi by birth"!' Shivanand Kanavi salutes Shashi Ruia, co-founder of the Essar group who passed into the ages on November 25, 2024 in Mumbai.

How Gujarat's urban push is attracting big bucks

How Gujarat's urban push is attracting big bucks

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

From residential townships to solid waste management, urban development in Gujarat is set to attract big money during Vibrant Gujarat 2011 Summit this year.

Narendra Modi on what makes Gujarat an economic hotspot

Narendra Modi on what makes Gujarat an economic hotspot

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Despite the global slowdown, our growth rates in Gujarat have not been impacted very adversely, says Narendra Modi.

India Inc showers praises on Narendra Modi, Gujarat

India Inc showers praises on Narendra Modi, Gujarat

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi today came in for fulsome praise from India Inc with RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani hailing him as a leader with "grand vision" and his younger brother Anil Ambani of ADAG putting him in the league of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel.

Gujarat has become the global gateway to India: Modi

Gujarat has become the global gateway to India: Modi

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Terming Gujarat as "global gateway to India" Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Friday asked captains of industry to utilise the Vibrant Gujarat Summit as a platform to send a "positive" message to the world to stay away from "exploitative" economic models.

Gujarat attracts big ticket investments

Gujarat attracts big ticket investments

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

First day of the sixth edition of 'Vibrant Gujarat' saw investment commitments of Rs 28,000 crore from corporates such as Essar, ABG Shipyard, Jubilant Lifescience and Adanis.

Gujarat is growing fast, and for a good reason

Gujarat is growing fast, and for a good reason

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

Gujarat is growing fast. The rest of India has to trust, verify, but as Maulana Vastanvi pointed out, grow up as well.

L&T eyes monorail project in Gujarat

L&T eyes monorail project in Gujarat

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

A monorail is a rail-based transportation system based on a single rail, which acts as its sole support and its guide way.

Modi meets Israeli Prez in Dubai, says he supports two-state solution

Modi meets Israeli Prez in Dubai, says he supports two-state solution

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Israeli President Isaac Herzog and underscored India's support for an early and durable resolution of the Israel-Palestine issue through dialogue and diplomacy.

Why Modi's Gujarat model has failed

Why Modi's Gujarat model has failed

Rediff.com9 May 2021

As India suffers and the ruling party is on the defensive, the truth is that the only way that this wave will pass is if exponential growth of the virus stops on its own, asserts Aakar Patel.

Japan to help Gujarat in smart community project

Japan to help Gujarat in smart community project

Rediff.com13 Jan 2011

A consortium of Japanese companies is preparing a report on the feasibility of smart-community development project in Gujarat, said Masaki Ida, Chief Director of Japan External Trade Organisation.

Ambani brothers to share dais at Gujarat summit

Ambani brothers to share dais at Gujarat summit

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

The Ambani brothers, Mukesh and Anil, will share dais at Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors' Summit (VGGIS) beginning in Ahmedabad on January 12.

Can You Imagine A Truck Being Swallowed?

Can You Imagine A Truck Being Swallowed?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

A massive sinkhole appeared on a road near Samadhan Chowk, Pune, and nearly swallowed a truck.

Did Modi make Gujarat Vibrant?

Did Modi make Gujarat Vibrant?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2013

Growth is impressive but there are questions on inclusiveness.