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HomeAuthorsBinita Parikh

Articles by Binita Parikh

About Binita Parikh
Binita Parikh is a journalist based in Ahmedabad.
Economy

Locked down, but not out: Women entrepreneurs in Ahmedabad

March 23, 2021 Binita Parikh

What started as an activity to pass time creatively during the lockdown were turned into a viable business by these indomitable women.

Society

The new mantra of Ahmedabad’s art world: Going hybrid

January 5, 2021 Binita Parikh

2021 will see more innovative ways of creative expression, as artists take to digital platforms for display and marketing.

Society

COVID effect: Home buyers in Ahmedabad want farm houses and bungalows

September 28, 2020 Binita Parikh

Having been cooped up indoors for so long, and with work from home becoming more prevalent, the need for more space at home is driving buyers’ preferences.

Commute

Cycle sales doubles in Ahmedabad; what’s getting bikers excited?

August 20, 2020 Binita Parikh

With staying fit being touted as an effective way to ward off the coronavirus, Ahmedabadis are discovering that cycling offers an enjoyable option. And the municipal corporation is eager to promote this trend.

Society

Ahmedabad artists keep hope and creativity alive in the time of COVID-19

May 22, 2020 Binita Parikh

For many artists, the COVID-19 lockdown offers the opportunity to explore different aspects of creativity and even new art forms, especially as they learn to use the digital platform better.

Society

Living in the present: How citizens of Ahmedabad are adapting to the COVID lockdown

April 16, 2020 Binita Parikh

The enterprising Ahmedabadi spirit is showing itself even under the present circumstances. “Covid sales” with huge discounts are floating online for products like night gowns, comfortable lounge wear, organic wellness products and Ayurvedic concoctions, with payment now and delivery after lockdown.

Environment

How Ahmedabad is greening its concrete landscape

November 5, 2019 Binita Parikh

From Miyawaki forests on the Sabarmati riverfront and various other spots, to floating gardens on the river itself, Ahmedabad is making serious attempts to build on its green cover while keeping pace with rapid urbanisation.

Commute

India gets its first public battery swapping station as Ahmedabad launches 18 e-buses

September 26, 2019 Binita Parikh

The e-buses run on RTO circular routes 1 and 2, covering many key residential and business centres. The battery swapping station is at Ranip, on Route 1. Find out what else is on the cards for Ahmedabad’s e-mobility programme.

Environment

Flamingos in the city: Sabarmati project brings winged visitors to Ahmedabad

August 22, 2019 Binita Parikh

Huge flocks of flamingos as well as other species of birds are being spotted on the banks of Sabarmati, bang in the middle of the city, for the first time this season. Riverfront development officials say that cleaning and bioremediation of the river have made this possible.


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