Gujarat’s ‘salt riot’ against British that preceded 1857 rebellion

Published on August 14, 2022 Ahmedabad: When it comes to salt tax and agitation, the world remembers the historic Salt March or Dandi March of 1930 where Mahatma Gandhi and his 78 satyagrahis put Gujarat and the issue of unfair salt tax on global map and gave the Indian independence movement a new direction.But a … Continue reading Gujarat’s ‘salt riot’ against British that preceded 1857 rebellion

‘Euphoria, non-stop celebrations rendered us sleepless that night’

Published on August 15, 2022 Ahmedabad: For Dashrath Patel, 17 when India got independence in 1947, the days of August 14 and 15 were intertwined. "There was too much excitement with rallies, euphoria, and non-stop celebrations, as everyone would greet others, some would distribute sweets and shops would be open till late," said Patel who … Continue reading ‘Euphoria, non-stop celebrations rendered us sleepless that night’

Co-founder of National Institute of Design, Gira Sarabhai, passes away

Published on July 16, 2021 AHMEDABAD: Gira Sarabhai (98), one of the eldest members of the Sarabhai family, breathed her last at her residence ‘The Retreat’ in Shahibaug area of Ahmedabad. She possibly died due to health-related complications, said family members. She was daughter of textile magnet Ambalal Sarabhai and sister of space pioneer Dr … Continue reading Co-founder of National Institute of Design, Gira Sarabhai, passes away

Ahmedabad: 28% footpaths encroached on by parking, says Cept study

Published on July 16, 2021 AHMEDABAD: A study carried out by Cept University on city roads revealed that only 252km of the city’s road network has footpaths, which is 15% of the total length. Of the total, about 71km or 28% cannot be used by pedestrians as the pavement is blocked by on-road parking. The … Continue reading Ahmedabad: 28% footpaths encroached on by parking, says Cept study

Ahmedabad: Study suggests extension of existing AMTS, BRTS routes

Published on July 14, 2021 AHMEDABAD: With addition of metro route in upcoming years, Ahmedabad would have three public transport modes - AMTS, BRTS and metro. The student projects, displayed as part of Summer Exhibition at CEPT University tried to address the issue of transport management. As part of the strategic plan for urban transport … Continue reading Ahmedabad: Study suggests extension of existing AMTS, BRTS routes

Only 12% of Ahmedabad uses public transport, says study

Published on July 14, 2021 AHMEDABAD: How many Amdavadis hail public transport --the good old AMTS bus, the hyped BRT or the promising metro operational on a limited stretch -- as their mode of travel? A study carried out by CEPT University students revealed that the number is merely 12%. Against this, 27%, which is … Continue reading Only 12% of Ahmedabad uses public transport, says study

Ahmedabad: One-way airfare to Canada costs students 10% of total course fee

Published on July 12, 2021 AHMEDABAD: Parents of Chetan Khatri (name changed), a Ghatlodia resident, were in for a shock when they started checking the availability of flights to Canada. “I have got admission in a PG diploma course for business management at a reputable university in Canada for the Fall semester (starting from September). … Continue reading Ahmedabad: One-way airfare to Canada costs students 10% of total course fee