Bhavnagar: Palitana in Bhavnagar and the towns of Idar and Vadali in Sabarkantha district observed a voluntary market shutdown in memory of the victims killed in the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. As a mark of respect, traders and shopkeepers in these towns kept their businesses closed, expressing solidarity with the families of those who lost their lives in the tragic incident. The terror attack, which took place on April 22 in Baisaran Valley in Pahalgam, Anantnag dis...Read More

Palitana: The Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) today announced the signing of the Palitana Palace under the Taj brand in Palitana. Further to extensive restoration, the 65-key Taj Palitana will feature luxurious rooms and suites. The hotel will include an all-day diner, a specialty restaurant, a lounge, and facilities such as a gym, pool, and spa. Catering to the growing demand for social and wedding events, the Palitana Palace will house a 3,000 sq. ft. ballroom, flexible meeting spaces, and outdo...Read More

Palitana : Western Railway will run a superfast special train on special fare between Bandra Terminus and Palitana stations for the convenience of passengers and to meet the increased travel demand. According to a press release issued by Chief Public Relations Officer of Western Railway, Vineet Abhishek, the details of the special train is as under: ·Train No. 09093/09094 Bandra Terminus – Palitana Superfast Special (02 Trips) Train No. 09093 Bandra Terminus – Palitana Superfast Sp...Read More

Gandhinagar: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel today approved Rs. 51.57 crore for the renovation of 800 meters of roads and new bridge works connecting the famous Jain pilgrimage site, Palitana. A total of Rs. 2,269 crore has been allocated for various works to improve the roads connecting 44 tourist destinations in the state and strengthen connectivity. For this purpose, Rs. 40.50 crore had been approved for the Jain pilgrimage area of Palitana for the work on six roads and bridges totaling 24.90...Read More