Published on March 18, 2021 AHMEDABAD: In 24 hours, Gujarat recorded a surge of 18% as the daily Covid-19 positive cases rose from 954 to 1,122. The state crossed the figure of 1,100 after 90 days. But what's more alarming is that if one counts the rise in one week, this third peak is the … Continue reading Huge Covid-19 surge in Gujarat, cases rise by 66% in a week!
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Gujarat: After warmer winter, brace for hotter summer
Published on March 17, 2021 AHMEDABAD: Many Amdavadis did not feel the need to wear the sweater or drape themselves in the shawls this winter – the reason was apparent, the average maximum temperature for the city remained around 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 10 degrees Celsius, resulting in pleasant, but seldom cold … Continue reading Gujarat: After warmer winter, brace for hotter summer
Gender connotations marked in children’s rhymes
Published on March 15, 2021 Ahmedabad: The very popular Gujarati rhyme ‘Ek Biladi Jadi…’ (One Fat Cat), when seen from the gender lens, can feel wrong at so many levels – from fat-shaming to showing the perils of going/ stepping out of the ‘safe’ confines of home. But it’s not just one instance, claim a … Continue reading Gender connotations marked in children’s rhymes
Gujarat: PM Narendra Modi’s old school to inspire visitors?
Published on March 14, 2021 AHMEDABAD: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s hometown Vadnagar is all set to get another landmark – the Vernacular School in Darbargadh area in the heart of the town, where the PM pursued his primary education, is likely to be converted into a ‘Prerna (inspiration) Centre’, said sources close to the development. … Continue reading Gujarat: PM Narendra Modi’s old school to inspire visitors?
In 15 days, Surat records 139% rise, Ahmedabad 101% in Covid cases
Published on March 13, 2021 AHMEDABAD: In past fortnight alone ending on March 12, Covid-19 cases have spiked by 83% in Gujarat. In a matter of four weeks, the weekly cases rose from 1,845 to 4,382, recording 2.4 times rise in the cases in the third major rise being recorded in the state. The spike … Continue reading In 15 days, Surat records 139% rise, Ahmedabad 101% in Covid cases
‘Aatmanirbhar incubator aims to revive unique traditions of India’
Published on March 13, 2021 Ahmedabad: PM Narendra Modi on Friday launched a slew of events and initiatives in Ahmedabad, with one of the major initiatives to get a place of prominence was the Aatmanirbhar Incubator, which will be run by the Sabarmati Ashram Preservation and Memorial Trust (SAPMT) in association with the government of … Continue reading ‘Aatmanirbhar incubator aims to revive unique traditions of India’
March @91: Reinventing Mahatma’s Trail
Published on March 14, 2021 Dandi March Special Ahmedabad: Exactly 91 years ago, on this day Mahatma Gandhi left with 78 Satyagrahis – who had gathered for the cause from all parts of the country. Their age ranged from 16 to 61 years. Together, with Gandhiji in lead, they embarked on a journey that shook … Continue reading March @91: Reinventing Mahatma’s Trail
Vadnagar’s treasure trove: 7 coin and cowrie hoards found
Published on March 12, 2021 AHMEDABAD: The site of experiential museum at PM Narendra Modi’s hometown Vadnagar, currently excavated and developed by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), has thrown in numismatic treasures. The team of researchers has found six hoards of coins and one hoard of cowrie shells from the site during excavation. A … Continue reading Vadnagar’s treasure trove: 7 coin and cowrie hoards found
‘Comedy was OTT remedy for Covid blues’
Published on March 11, 2021 AHMEDABAD: Cooped up at home, juggling between domestic chores and office assignments, what did India do with smartphones? The Indian OTT Platforms Report 2020 by MICA and Communications Craft revealed that the average respondent of the survey spent about 3 hours and 54 minutes on their smartphones, and watched videos … Continue reading ‘Comedy was OTT remedy for Covid blues’
Man fights Covid-19, gets another kidney transplant
Published on March 10, 2021 World Kidney Day AHMEDABAD: Rajendra Patel, 59, a resident of Sabarmati, was approaching a private hospital for his dialysis in September last year when he collapsed on the way. His spit contained blood as his mouth started to develop froth. He was diagnosed with Covid-19. The infection was severe, and … Continue reading Man fights Covid-19, gets another kidney transplant
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