Here are the latest news updates from Nagpur as of September 29, 2025. Political movements reignite calls for a separate Vidarbha state, while police continue crime crackdowns. Infrastructure projects and cultural festivities also highlight the city’s developments.
Politics and Civic Issues
- Vidarbha state demand renewed: On the 72nd anniversary of the Nagpur Pact, the Vidarbha Rajya Andolan Samiti (VRAS) symbolically burned a copy of the agreement at Variety Chowk, demanding a separate Vidarbha state.
- MIHAN roadwork criticized: Poor quality roadwork at the MIHAN entry point has come under fire from commuters and local leaders.
- New BCCI president: Former Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas has taken charge as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
- Naik Talav–Vaishali Nagar flyover: MahaMetro is nearing completion of a new flyover connecting the two busy areas to ease traffic congestion.
Crime and Safety
- 38 trafficked laborers rescued: Nagpur Police freed 38 laborers from traffickers in a major rescue operation.
- Illegal hookah parlor raided: Ambazari Police busted a hookah lounge operating illegally inside Tamasha Café.
- Burglary in city: Valuables worth ₹5.70 lakh were stolen in a recent burglary.
- ₹1.1 crore fraud racket: Key suspects behind a major fraud case have been arrested.
- Dhantoli robbery case solved: Police apprehended a suspect within 36 hours of the robbery.
Other News
- Rafale production in Nagpur: The city continues to be central to India’s Rafale jet production initiative.
- Durga Puja festivities: Nagpur’s Bengali community announced a five-day Durga Puja celebration.
- KAVACH trial success: Central Railway’s Nagpur Division completed its first trial of a KAVACH-equipped locomotive, boosting rail safety.
- Telescope workshop at VNIT: Students and enthusiasts participated in a telescope-making workshop hosted at VNIT.
- Record Aapli Bus ridership: Nagpur’s Aapli Bus service reached 1.5 lakh daily riders, generating ₹34 lakh in revenue.
- 157-ft Hanuman statue: A grand Hanuman statue is set to rise in Koradi, becoming a new cultural landmark.
Gold Rate Nagpur (September 29, 2025)
- 22 Carat Gold: ₹56,600 per 10 grams
- 24 Carat Gold: ₹61,750 per 10 grams
Horoscope Today (September 29, 2025)
- Aries: A good day for career growth, avoid conflicts.
- Taurus: Financial gains possible, keep expenses in check.
- Gemini: Travel and networking will benefit you.
- Cancer: Health needs attention, rest is important.
- Leo: Recognition for efforts is likely.
- Virgo: Focus on balancing work and personal life.
- Libra: A favorable day for business partnerships.
- Scorpio: Be cautious in personal dealings.
- Sagittarius: Creative pursuits will bring success.
- Capricorn: Investments may yield results.
- Aquarius: Strong support from friends and colleagues.
- Pisces: Meditation and inner focus will bring peace.