Trains at 220 kmph on Indian Railways soon! Cabinet approves

India’s first semi highspeed rail corridor is set to transform connectivity between Ahmedabad and Dholera. With travel time expected to reduce to just 48 minutes, the project will improve daily commuting, boost mobility, and strengthen access to Dholera SIR, the upcoming international airport, and key development zones paving the way for faster growth and future […]
Sounding rocket test fired at Dholera

Ahmedabad based startup OmSpace Rocket and Exploration (OSRE) successfully launched a 4.2 metre sounding rocket from Bavaliyari near Dholera, marking the first rocket launch from Gujarat’s soil. The single stage rocket reached an altitude of 3 km within seconds and safely landed using a dual parachute recovery system. Developed entirely in Ahmedabad under the Make […]
‘Semicon Shield’ to protect semiconductor clusters in Sanand, Dholera
In Ahmedabad, the Ahmedabad Rural Police is setting up ‘Semicon Shield’ at Sanand GIDC-a Rs 15 crore Centre of Excellence to secure and support semiconductor clusters in Sanand and Dholera. The facility will feature a trained force, intelligence and Al labs, legal and IP support, and digital forensics, with completion expected within a year.
Tata-PSMC semiconductor plant in Dholera advances rapidly; Civil work nears halfway mark
Construction of the Tata-PSMC semiconductor fab at Dholera Special Investment Region is 45% complete, marking major progress in India’s chip manufacturing push. Backed by a 15 crore Al-powered security grid, the project aims to begin first-phase production by the end of 2026, with a large vendor ecosystem expected to develop around it.
Nippon express leads a new era Japan’s entry into Dholera SIR

Global logistics leader Nippon Express has expanded its presence with a land allotment in Dholera Special Investment Region, strengthening the region’s semiconductor ecosystem. With expertise in high-value semiconductor logistics, its entry boosts Dholera’s position as India’s first “Semicon City.” This milestone highlights growing global confidence and reinforces strategic collaboration with Japan to support advanced manufacturing […]
India’s ERA to kick off from Dholera

India’s first 100-seater aircraft to be manufactured in Gujarat under Aatmanirbhar Bharat Mission to boost UDAN regional connectivity vision India’s first 100-seater aircraft is set to be manufactured in Gujarat, with the government finalising a vast land parcel in Dholera for the project. An official announcement is expected soon, marking the country’s first indigenous aircraft […]
Dholera steps into the global semiconductor spotlight with nagase-nx group tie up
Nagase & Co., Ltd. and Nippon Express (NX Group) have signed a landmark MoU to build a high tech supply chain for semiconductor front end manufacturing materials in Dholera, Gujarat. Combining Nagase’s specialty chemical expertise with NX Group’s precision semiconductor logistics, the alliance supports the rapid rise of Dholera SIR as an operational industrial hub, […]
DICDL Issues ToR for Linear Town Planning Schemes in Dholera SIR

Dholera Industrial City Development Limited (DICDL) has issued the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the Linear Town Planning Schemes. This marks the start of planning and design work for these areas. It confirms that the schemes are now part of the official development process. The step shows steady progress in the development of Dholera SIR […]
Centre approves Dholera – Lothal railway line

The central government has appointed district-level officers as competent authorities to expedite land acquisition and legal processes for two important railway infrastructure projects to be implemented in Gujarat. In this regard, the central government has issued two separate gazette notifications. Both these projects fall under the Bhavnagar Division of Western Railway.
Tata, Intel deepen India semiconductor push with pact on chip supply chain and AI PCs

Tata teamed with Intel to advance India’s push for homegrown chip manufacturing. Intel CE Lip-Bu Tan hailed the collaboration as an opportunity to “rapidly scale in one of the world’s fastest-growing compute markets.” Tata Electronics is building what is expected to be India’s first pure-play chip foundry. Tata Electronics has lined up American chip designer […]