Vadodara

As preparations intensify for the 2030 Commonwealth Games, officials are weighing the possibility of adding Vadodara as a secondary venue to host cricket matches. While Ahmedabad remains the primary host city, organisers are exploring a multi-city arrangement to accommodate the expected volume of matches and ensure smooth scheduling. Vadodara’s upgraded facilities, modern stadium infrastructure, and proximity to Ahmedabad strengthen its chances of inclusion.

The Delhi High Court has rejected petitions challenging the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) attachment order in the Rs 2,400-crore cricket betting scam, reaffirming the agency’s authority in pursuing financial irregularities linked to illegal sports betting networks. Separately, Vadodara police have filed an FIR against four individuals from Gujarat in connection with the sprawling racket. The case underscores the growing scrutiny of unregulated betting activities in India and highlights the legal and enforcement mechanisms being deployed to tackle financial crimes.

In a significant development for the domestic power equipment manufacturing sector, Diamond Power Infrastructure Ltd., a subsidiary of Radiant Cash Management Services, has clinched a major order worth Rs. 1,349 crore from the Adani Group. The order encompasses the supply of power conductors for a range of transmission projects across India. This contract marks a substantial milestone in Diamond Power’s growth trajectory, reinforcing its role as a key player in the transmission and distribution value chain.

Vadodara-headquartered Sudeep Pharma has initiated steps toward entering India’s capital markets, filing its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The proposed initial public offering (IPO) will consist of a fresh issue worth ₹95 crore alongside an offer for sale (OFS) of over 1 crore shares by the promoter group.