Storm brews as RTMNU considers ‘tainted’ Dr Dharmesh Dhawankar for HoD role
Nagpur: Serious questions are being raised over the functioning of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University after a controversial proposal surfaced to appoint Assistant Professor Dharmesh Dhawankar as Head of the Department (HoD) of Mass Communication, despite past findings linking him...
Fake Ranji promise: Nagpur ‘coach’ booked for Rs 20 lakh fraud on two players
Nagpur: In a shocking case exposing the dark side of sports aspirations, Nagpur Police have registered a fraud case against a self-styled cricket coach accused of duping two young players of over Rs 20 lakh by falsely promising them a...
Passenger dies mid-air on Gorakhpur-Mumbai flight, emergency landing at Nagpur
Nagpur: A 60-year-old passenger died mid-air on a SpiceJet flight travelling from Gorakhpur to Mumbai, prompting an emergency landing at Nagpur’s Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport late Monday night. The deceased has been identified as Suman Kumar Chaudhary, a resident of...
IPS reshuffle: M Ramesh replaces Neelotpal as Gadchiroli SP
Nagpur: In a significant administrative reshuffle, the Government of Maharashtra has transferred nine IPS officers of Superintendent of Police (SP) rank, bringing key changes across sensitive districts. Among the appointments, 2017-batch IPS officer M Ramesh has been posted as the new...
Scuffle between two young women at Nagpur petrol pump creates chaos
Nagpur: A sudden and shocking clash between two young women at a petrol pump near Jhansi Rani Square has triggered chaos in the area, with what began as a minor argument spiralling into a full-blown physical fight. According to initial reports,...
SBL blast: HC refuses bail to top officials, says 26 deaths cannot be taken lightly
Nagpur: In a stern and uncompromising order, the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has refused to grant interim bail to six senior officials accused in the devastating SBL Energy blast case, underlining that the loss of 26 workers’...
Corporators tour water treatment plants to understand Nagpur’s supply system
Nagpur: In an effort to strengthen awareness about Nagpur’s water supply network and its challenges, elected representatives of the Nagpur Municipal Corporation undertook a comprehensive study tour of key water treatment facilities on Monday, April 20. Led by Mayor Neeta Thakre,...
NMC unveils Rs 575.58 crore Transport Budget, focuses on green fleet, non-fare revenue
Nagpur: In a push to modernise and financially stabilise the city’s public transport system, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation Transport Department has proposed a Rs 575.58 crore budget for the financial year 2026–27. The budget, presented by Transport Committee Chairperson Mangala...
HC throws out PIL to recover ‘Z-Plus’ security costs from RSS Chief
Nagpur: In a significant ruling, the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court on Monday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that questioned the ‘Z-Plus’ security cover granted to Dr Mohan Bhagwat, the Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Terming the...
नागपुर में स्कूल टाइमिंग बदली: अब सुबह 7 से 10:30 बजे तक क्लास
नागपुर : भीषण गर्मी और हीट वेव के चलते नागपुर जिला प्रशासन ने स्कूलों के समय में बदलाव किया है, ताकि बच्चों को तेज धूप से बचाया जा सके। जिला आपदा प्रबंधन प्राधिकरण के आदेश के अनुसार, नागपुर जिले के सभी...
Nagpur Schools Timing Changed: 7 AM to 10:30 AM Amid Heat Wave
Nagpur : Amid rising temperatures and ongoing heat wave conditions, the Nagpur district administration has revised school timings to protect students from extreme heat. As per the order issued by the District Disaster Management Authority, all Anganwadi centers, primary, and secondary...
Heatwaves, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms predicted for India
Several parts of India continue to witness highly contrasting weather conditions, with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, hailstorms, and an intensifying heatwave affecting different regions simultaneously, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). According to the IMD, very heavy rainfall (12-20 cm) was...
MIHAN SEZ Sees Surge in Public Transport Demand; Companies Seek More Feeder Bus Trips
: Nagpur: The MIHAN Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Nagpur is witnessing a steady surge in public transport usage, driven by the seamless integration of metro rail and feeder bus services. Leading companies operating in the zone are now urging authorities...
Maharashtra to Launch Skill-Based Courses in ITIs from June 2026
Nagpur: The Maharashtra government has announced the launch of new skill-based courses in Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and technical schools starting June 2026, aiming to enhance employment opportunities for students, especially from rural areas. The announcement was made by...
RTI reply reveals SC rejected regional bench proposal; Nagpur demand resurfaces
Nagpur: A Right to Information (RTI) query filed by a Nagpur-based lawyer has brought fresh clarity, and renewed debate, over the long-pending demand for regional benches of the Supreme Court of India. Advocate Sundeep R. Badana had sought details under the...
Nagpur faces LPG crisis; New connections frozen, waiting periods stretch to 50 days
Nagpur: The ongoing Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) shortage in the city has escalated into a major public concern, with gas agencies halting the release of new domestic and commercial connections amid a sharp fall in supply. The decision, taken under...
Hema Malini’s ‘Draupadi’ captivates audience at Parseoni Festival
Nagpur: The vibrant Kunwara Bhivsen Festival in Parseoni turned into a grand cultural celebration as noted actress, classical dancer, and Member of Parliament Hema Malini enthralled the audience with her acclaimed dance-drama Draupadi. The powerful performance drew a massive crowd...
Forest Plogging Drive on Earth Day collects 470 kg waste at Seminary Hills, Nagpur
Nagpur: At a time when littering in public spaces continues to pose a serious environmental challenge, a unique citizen-driven initiative sought to promote cleanliness and ecological responsibility in Nagpur. Marking Earth Day, a “Run, Walk, Clean – Forest Plogging Drive”...
Celebration of the 8th Rashtriya Poshan Pakhwada 2026 by the Regional Ayurveda Research Institute, Nagpur
The 8th Rashtriya Poshan Pakhwada is being observed across the country from 9th to 23rd April 2026 under the leadership of the Ministry of Women & Child Development (MWCD), in collaboration with key ministries including the Ministry of AYUSH. This year’s...
Two convicted in Nagpur’s MIDC murder case, sentenced to life imprisonment
Nagpur: In a significant judgment, the District and Sessions Court in Nagpur has sentenced two accused to life imprisonment in a murder case registered at MIDC Police Station. District Judge and Additional Sessions Judge Shilpa M. Bais convicted Raj Anil Patil...
Akshaya Tritiya sparkles in Nagpur: Rs 150 cr bullion trade, 2,500 vehicles sold
Nagpur: The city slipped into festive overdrive on Akshaya Tritiya, as belief in eternal prosperity translated into bustling markets, packed showrooms, and a late-night buying rush across key commercial hubs in Nagpur. Regarded as one of the most auspicious days in...
