Essar Steel plant in Hazira, Gujarat. - Kamal Narang
A production powerhouse
One of India’s most industrialised States, Gujarat got a head start in 1861 when the first textile mill was established in Ahmedabad. For long, textiles remained the bedrock of Gujarat’s economy till the growth of the pharma industry and the development of chemical complexes for soda ash happened. »
Development is in the blood of Gujaratis
Stories about ‘development of Gujarat’ and the so- called pattern of development — Gujarat Pattern — are constantly doing the rounds. Claims and counter claims on the Gujarat Pattern have also become an every day media exercise in the State. Before 1960, Gujarat »
Gir roars again
The Gateway Hotel Gir Forest, rising on the banks of the Hiran river, does not look very different from any other riverside resort. For Gujarat’s tourism industry, however, this hotel reflects.... »
The market makers
6% of NSE’s and 12.2% of BSE’s cash segment turnover in April-Dec 2012 came from Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Rajkot. »
Features
Gujarat guzzles edible oils
Against average per capita consumption of 13 kg in other States, Gujaratis use 26 kg »
Features
A sea change in education sector
11 new universities, 400 new colleges, 1.25 lakh new teachers, and education in English »
Features
Gujarat’s decade of agricultural success
Gujarat’s agro-economy stands out due to its market orientation for ensuring fair returns to farmers. »
Features
Diamonds add to the sparkle
The availability of talented work force and excellent infrastructure make Gujarat the preferred destination for the jewellery industry — Vipul Shah, Chairman, GJEPC. »
Features
A taste of Gujarati flavours
A subtle combination of mild flavours, the cuisine uses sweet and sour ingredients »
Investment World
Pension plans: What’s your suit?
Pension plans from insurers, public provident fund, mutual funds, annuity plans – confused about which retirement plan to buy? The national pension system (NPS) may be your best bet today, with extremely low costs, flexible options and returns that beat most other avenues. »
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BlackBerry Q10 review
BlackBerry has gone back to its roots and produced a typical BB smartphone that means business, literally. But is the hefty price tag justified? »
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Life
Vintage all the way
At 23, he is heir to a whopping Rs 23,000-crore business empire, employing 50,000. But Shashwat Goenka, the only son of Sanjiv Goenka, Chairman of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, displays no sign of s... »
