No tolerance for poor quality in rural works, Gujarat CM tells sarpanches

IANS | February 3, 2026 6:36 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 3 (IANS) Quality standards in public-interest works will not be compromised at the village level, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said on Tuesday, stressing that accountability and workmanship must remain central to rural development initiatives across Gujarat.

Debt-ridden Pakistan surviving on foreign borrowing

IANS | February 3, 2026 5:06 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Debt-ridden Pakistan’s recent request to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the rollover of $3 billion deposits reflects the heavy dependence of the country’s economy on borrowing from friendly countries and the IMF to stay afloat.

Surat to host south zone VGRC, MSME conclave on April 9-10

IANS | February 3, 2026 4:46 PM

Gandhinagar, Feb 3 (IANS) Surat is set to host the South Gujarat edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference on April 9 and 10, with a special focus on strengthening Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises through an MSME Conclave scheduled on the second day of the event.

Defence to become sizable and strategic part of Adani Group: Jeet Adani

IANS | February 3, 2026 4:44 PM

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Adani Defence & Aerospace Director Jeet Adani on Tuesday said that defence will emerge as a major and strategically important segment for the Adani Group, as the company strengthens its presence in aerospace, manufacturing, and localisation.