240 chemical units flouting norms
Ahmedabad: The state government has admitted that 240 complaints of irregularities have been reported about chemical units in Ahmedabad city and district. The state government was replying to the question
Times Of India (Ahmedabad)
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Wild ass population shoots up in Gujarat: Census
Here is some good news for wildlife enthusiasts. Much like the Asiatic lions, the wild ass population in Gujarat has shot up to 4451, a jump of 454. This rather encouraging data was revealed in the
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5% of country’s toilets built in state
A total of 26.23 lakh toilets have been constructed under the Swachch Bharat Mission across the country during 2014-15 and of this, Gujarat's share is only 5%. According to the January 12, 2015 report
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Solar power generation: Gujarat may lose top spot
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi encourages competition among states, his home state Gujarat is likely to lose its position as the top solar power producing state. It is facing tough competition from states
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61 new H1N1 cases in Ahmedabad
Since its first outbreak in 2009, Ahmedabad city registered 61 new cases, the highest number of swine flu patients on a single day, in the state on Sunday. The state also registered 11 deaths as well
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Police force steps in to battle malnutrition in Amreli kids
Donning the role of parents for the underprivileged, the cops in Amreli have adopted 110 malnourished children. The initiative 'Ma ni Mamta' (Love of Mother) is a part of the Suraksha Setu programme
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New tourism zone will not choke lion corridor: government to HC
The state government has informed Gujarat high court that the proposed new eco-tourism zone on the coastal region in Amreli district, in the outskirt of Gir sanctuary in the last abode of Asiatic lions,
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State recorded one H1N1 death every day in January
With three deaths in Ahmedabad and one in Junagadh on Thursday, the total death toll due to swine flu in the state since January 1 this year now stands at 29. A total of 224 patients have tested positive
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Smart waste management system at GIFT city
One important aspect of a Smart City is systems that are sustainable and environment friendly. Gujarat International Finance Tec City (GIFT) is inching towards that end. A smart solid waste management
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Solar power to cut energy bill
The AMC has decided to go green. Apart from adopting the rooftop solar power policy, the AMC has decided to set up a solar power station at Kankaria for the laser show which will now be a regular feature.
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Swine flu cases in Kutch, a worry
Swine flu has started raising its ugly head over Kutch region once again. In the last two weeks 29 cases of swine flu, including one death, has been reported in this region. The Kutch district collectorate