Surabardi land scam: HC slams VIDC, warns of deductions from officials’ salaries
Nagpur: The Bombay High Court’s Nagpur Bench has expressed strong displeasure over the functioning of the Vidarbha Irrigation Development Corporation (VIDC) while hearing a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) related to the Surabardi Lake land scam. The PIL, which seeks protection...
Holy Maha Kumbh Snan in Nagpur on Feb 15, 16
Nagpur: Many saints and devotees have participated in the ongoing Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj and taken a sacred bath at the Triveni Sangam. For those unable to travel, the Valuable Group has organised a grand Maha Kumbh Prayag Yoga on...
Mom missing: Starvation kills two tiger cubs in Bhandara forest near Nagpur
Nagpur/Bhandara: A 4-month old tiger cub was found dead on Tuesday afternoon while another was rescued near the right canal of Bawanthadi in Mandvi village under Lendezari Forest Range of Bhandara forest division near Nagpur. Unfortunately, the rescued cub also...
Fiery tragedy on cards: 165 hospitals in Nagpur fail fire audit, face strict action
Nagpur: Hospitals within Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) limits are required to conduct a fire audit twice a year and submit reports to the Fire Department. However, a shocking 165 hospitals have failed to comply, prompting authorities to issue notices, directing...
Nagpur’s Meditrina Hospital under scrutiny: Bawankule orders probe into irregularities
Nagpur: Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has directed an investigation into the alleged mismanagement at Nagpur’s Meditrina Hospital in Ramdaspeth, following complaints of construction irregularities and the absence of a mandatory fire safety NOC. Taking serious note of the matter, Bawankule...
Urich Cinema Multiplex opening at Wardha – with 1st Dolby Atmos Screen of Vidarbha
Vidarbha is on the brink of a cinematic revolution with the much-anticipated launch of Urich Cinema, a state-of-the-art 3-screen multiplex set to open on 14th February 2025 at Urich Mall, Wardha. Designed to offer an unmatched movie experience, Urich Cinema...
VAMM successfully hosts 6th annual conference, VAMCON-2025, in Nagpur
Nagpur: The Vidarbha Association of Medical Microbiologists (VAMM) successfully organized its 6th Annual Conference, VAMCON-2025, recently, at Hotel Ashok, Laxmi Nagar, Nagpur. Themed "Transforming Microbial Diagnostics: From Insight to Impact," the conference witnessed the participation of eminent microbiologists, researchers, and...
Nagpur’s Mazi Metro plans extended hours, better connectivity for Airport travellers
Nagpur: In a bid to enhance first and last-mile connectivity, Mazi Metro of Nagpur is planning a series of infrastructure upgrades, extended operational hours, and additional shuttle buses—particularly targeting Nagpur Airport Metro Station. The move comes after multiple complaints from...
Alcohol in a Govt Park? Telangkhedi Cocktail Fest sparks row! No green light yet!
Nagpur: A controversy has erupted over the Cocktail Festival scheduled to take place on February 15 and 16 at Telangkhedi Garden, a government-owned park in Nagpur. Despite no final approval from authorities, the organizers have already put up hoardings across...
Cocktail Festival at Telangkhedi Garden triggers controversy, suspense over permission
Nagpur: The upcoming Cocktail Festival, scheduled for February 15 and 16 at Nagpur’s iconic Telangkhedi Garden, has sparked a major controversy. Despite no official approval from the administration so far, the event's organizers have aggressively promoted it across the city...
Poor show: India ranks 96 out of 180 countries in list of most corrupt nations
New Delhi: In a poor show, India ranked 96 out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2024, according to a Transparency International Report released on Tuesday. India's score dropped by one point to 38 as per...
30 grams of MD seized in Nagpur; one arrested
Nagpur: In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the Crime Branch of Nagpur Police conducted a raid in the Bagadganj area, leading to the arrest of one accused. Acting on a tip-off, police seized 30 grams of MD (Mephedrone) from...
English paper provides smooth start for HSC students on Day-1 of exam
Nagpur: The Maharashtra State Board's Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examinations kicked off on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a crucial academic phase for thousands of students across the state. The first paper – English -- proved to be a confidence...
Ambulance Overturns on NH-47 Near Koradi While Avoiding Injured Buffalo
Nagpur: A vacant ambulance overturned on National Highway 47 near Koradi after the driver attempted to avoid an injured buffalo lying on the road. The accident occurred around 7 a.m. on Wednesday, February 12. According to police, the ambulance (MH40-7973) was...
No takers: Nagpur-Secunderabad Vande Bharat trimmed to 8-car rake
Nagpur: Central Railway officials have finally bit the bullet as they have decided to trim the country’s first 20 coach Vande Bharat introduced between Nagpur-Secunderabad section to just 8- car rake. The decision was pending for the last two months...
Rare Albino Common Sand Boa snake rescued in Nagpur’s Wathoda
Nagpur: Volunteers of Wildlife Welfare Society, Nagpur, rescued a rare Albino Common Sand Boa snake from Wathoda on Monday. As per the information, Umesh Bhoyar, a resident of Wathoda, witnessed a white coloured snake in his house. Bhoyar immediately informed the...
Ranji Trophy: Vidarbha storms into semi-final, to meet Mumbai from Feb 1 in Nagpur
Nagpur: It was a dramatic end to the match. Vidarbha were in command on the fourth day and at one point they were on course for a resounding win. Then, Tamil Nadu tail wagged and frustrated the home side. At...
Friend in need….! Loyal pet dog leads family to murdered master’s body near Nagpur forest
Nagpur: In a tragic yet remarkable display of loyalty, a pet dog guided a grieving family to the lifeless body of its master, Devidas alias Gaju Ramaji Chachane (56), who had gone missing near Khursapar Lake in Kalmeshwar Tehsil near...
Tragic loss: Nagpur teen dies during jaundice treatment at YES Hospital; family blames negligence
Nagpur: A tragic case of alleged medical negligence has come to light in Nagpur, where a 16-year-old girl, Akshi Umak, lost her life while undergoing treatment for jaundice at YES Hospital in Dighori in the city. Her devastated family has...
Nagpur-Raipur Travels Bus Hijacked, Workers Robbed at Gunpoint
Nagpur/Raipur – Passengers traveling in a private bus from Nagpur to Raipur fell victim to an armed robbery. As soon as the bus left Nagpur, unidentified assailants brandished firearms and carried out the crime, targeting mostly workers returning home. According to...
Maharashtra Police Wins First All India Police T20 Cricket Tournament (West Zone)
Surat: The Maharashtra Police cricket team has clinched the championship title in the first-ever All India Police T20 Cricket Tournament (West Zone) organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), New Delhi. In a thrilling final match, Maharashtra Police defeated...
