LPG Price Hike: Nagpur Cylinder Now Costs ₹994
Nagpur/New Delhi: In another setback for household budgets, the price of domestic LPG cylinders has been increased by ₹29 per 14.2 kg cylinder, effective immediately. The latest revision marks the second increase in domestic LPG prices within the last three...
Nagpur’s Ramdaspeth: A Disaster Waiting to Happen?
Nagpur: The recent fire incidents at Ashix NX and the Yugdharm Complex in Ramdaspeth should serve as a wake-up call for authorities. Fortunately, both incidents were brought under control before they turned into large-scale tragedies. But a disturbing question remains:...
Fire Erupts at Ramdaspeth’s Yugdharm Complex; Firefighters Prevent Major Disaster Near Centre Point Hotel
Nagpur: A potentially catastrophic fire broke out at the Yugdharm Complex in Ramdaspeth on Saturday evening, triggering panic in one of Nagpur’s busiest commercial and residential hubs. Thanks to the swift response of the Nagpur Fire and Emergency Services, the...
Nagpur’s VANARTI awards Rs 1.51 crore coaching contract for JEE, NEET, CET aspirants
Nagpur: In a significant boost to competitive exam coaching for students from backward-class communities, the Nagpur-based Vasantrao Naik Research and Training Institute (VANARTI), a Maharashtra Government undertaking, has awarded a Rs 1.51 crore contract to Career Point Edutech for providing...
Grandson arrested for stealing grandmother’s jewellery, cash to fund lifestyle
Nagpur: In a case that has shocked residents and exposed a betrayal of family trust, Ganeshpeth Police have arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly stealing gold jewellery and cash worth nearly Rs 2 lakh from his own grandmother's house. Investigators...
Husband arrested, mother-in-law booked after married woman dies by suicide
Nagpur: Hudkeshwar Police have arrested a man and booked his mother in connection with the alleged abetment of suicide of his 26-year-old wife, who died after reportedly taking the extreme step following prolonged domestic disputes. The deceased, Ankita Dangse, had married...
Two Juveniles Nabbed After Rs 3.9 Lakh Theft in Nagpur
Nagpur: A major burglary in the Koradi area took a dramatic turn when alert residents chased and apprehended two juvenile suspects, while two of their accomplices managed to flee with stolen valuables worth nearly Rs 4 lakh. The incident occurred in...
Woman alleges extortion, rape by acquaintance; accused on the run
Nagpur: Hingna Police have registered a case against a man accused of extorting cash and gold ornaments from a married woman by threatening to kill her husband and later allegedly raping her. According to police, the 26-year-old complainant, a resident of...
Speeding city bus hits 3 motorcycles at Pardi Chowk; major tragedy averted
Nagpur: A major road accident was narrowly avoided at the busy Pardi Chowk junction on Friday night when a speeding city bus collided with three motorcycles, triggering panic among commuters and bystanders. Fortunately, all the riders escaped without serious injuries. The...
Child’s game download leads to Rs 51,900 cyber fraud; Hingna cops launch probe
Nagpur: A seemingly harmless mobile game download by a child resulted in a cyber fraud of Rs 51,900, highlighting the growing dangers of online scams targeting unsuspecting smartphone users. The victim, Ajay Narayan Sahare (44), a resident of Waghdhara in the...
Bawankule announces withdrawal of Devasthan Land Bill draft amid widespread objections
Nagpur: Facing strong opposition from temple organisations and stakeholders across Maharashtra, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Saturday announced that the State Government has decided to temporarily withdraw the draft legislation concerning Devasthan Inam lands and undertake an extensive consultation process...
Two brothers arrested for molesting 12-year-old girl in Mankapur
Nagpur: Mankapur Police have arrested two brothers for allegedly making obscene gestures and harassing a 12-year-old girl in a public place, leading to the registration of a case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The incident occurred...
3 booked for fraudulently securing Rs 8.94 lakh loan in woman’s name in Kamptee
Nagpur: New Kamptee Police have registered a case against three persons, including a woman's relative, for allegedly obtaining a bank loan of nearly Rs 9 lakh in her name using forged documents and siphoning off a substantial portion of the...
MSEDCL wireman electrocuted during transformer replacement work in Hingna
Nagpur: A tragic workplace accident claimed the life of a Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) employee after he suffered a fatal electric shock while carrying out transformer replacement work in Nagpur's Hingna area. The deceased has been identified as...
NEET aspirant’s suicide note found in IO’s drawer, probe ordered
Nagpur: A troubling twist has emerged in the death of a 19-year-old NEET aspirant whose suicide had sparked concerns over the psychological toll of the NEET paper leak controversy. What began as a case highlighting the anxiety and uncertainty faced...
Nagpur emerges as solar capital, ranks 2nd in country with 89,255 rooftop installations
Nagpur: Once known primarily as the Orange City, Nagpur is rapidly earning a new identity as one of India's leading solar energy hubs. Under the Prime Minister Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the district has achieved a remarkable milestone by...
DRI Nagpur smashes drug syndicate, seizes Rs 2.61 crore ganja hidden in truck, 2 held
Nagpur: In a significant blow to the flourishing narcotics trade that continues to poison communities and lure youth into addiction, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Nagpur, has dismantled an inter-state drug trafficking network and seized a massive 522.554 kg...
Nitin Gadkari Boosts Spirits at Nagpur MP Sports Festival, Joins Players on the Field
Nagpur: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on Sunday visited various sporting events being held under the ongoing MP Sports Festival in Nagpur and interacted with participating athletes, boosting their morale and enthusiasm. In a unique gesture, Gadkari...
Hudkeshwar Police Station Conducts ‘Police at Your Doorstep’ Drive in Adalia Village, Addresses Public Grievances
Nagpur: In a continued effort to strengthen trust, communication, and coordination between the police and citizens, the Nagpur City Police organized a public interaction meeting in Adalia village under its flagship “Police at Your Doorstep” initiative. The program received an...
NMC, Green Vigil Mark World Environment Day with Climate Awareness Drive
Nagpur: To commemorate World Environment Day, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) and Green Vigil Foundation jointly organized a public awareness campaign at the World Trade Centre, Sitabuldi, and the bustling Sitabuldi Market area on Thursday. The initiative was conducted in line...
Nagpur Ashish NX Fire: Questions Raised Over Fire NOC Violations
Nagpur: The massive fire at Ashish NX has triggered serious concerns over fire safety compliance and administrative accountability in the city. The incident has reignited debate over how many buildings in Nagpur are operating without a valid Fire No Objection...
