Supari given to officials under MVA rule to jail me in false cases’: Fadnavis
Nagpur: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday alleged that during the previous Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition government in Maharashtra, ‘contract’ was given to some officials to frame him and other Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and...
Minor scuffle breaks out in Kalmana area, police urge public to avoid rumors
Nagpur: A minor accident between an Activa driver and a motorcycle driver led to a verbal argument and a scuffle between two groups near Gotmare petrol pump in the Kalmana area around 10:00 p.m on 9th of August . Fortunately,...
Ram Jhula mishap case: Prosecution counters delaying tactics by Maloo’s lawyer in court
Nagpur: In the ongoing Ram Jhula accident case, the prosecution filed a robust response on Friday before the Sessions Court, challenging the alleged delaying tactics employed by Ritika Maloo’s defence advocate, Chandrashekhar Jaltare. The defence had requested CCTV footage from...
Nagpur Vs Mumbai: Nagpurians pay more for power than consumers in State Capital!
Nagpur: There’s no denying the vast differences between Mumbai and Nagpur, and it seems that the Maharashtra Government is intent on maintaining this divide. While the disparity in per capita income between the two cities is well-known, what remains less...
NMC takes action on negligent staff, suspends two sanitation supervisors
Nagpur: In a bid to tackle the city's cleanliness issues, Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has taken strict disciplinary action against two sanitation supervisors for dereliction of duty. Municipal Commissioner Dr. Abhijit Chaudhary suspended Rajesh Jumle and Ritesh Usarbarse, who were...
Nagpur sees alarming rise in road accidents, 110 fead in first half of 2024
Nagpur: A disturbing trend has emerged in Nagpur, with a significant increase in road accidents and fatalities. According to an RTI reply, 337 accidents occurred in the city between January 1 and June 30, 2024, resulting in 110 deaths and...
Ugly Nagpur roads becoming ‘serial killers’ as city sees surge in fatal mishaps in 2024
Nagpur: The roads in the Second Capital of Maharashtra are turning ‘serial killers’ as the city is witnessing an alarming rise in fatal road accidents in the first half of 2024. Between January and June, 177 fatal accidents claimed 192...
Bogus RTMNU marksheet case: 3 from Andhra booked, one held, hunt on for two others
Nagpur: The Ambazari Police have booked three individuals from Andhra Pradesh, including a young woman, for submitting a bogus marksheet to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) officials as part of the marksheet verification process for a position abroad. The...
Watchman gets 5-year jail for raping minor girl in parking area in Nagpur
Nagpur: Additional Sessions Judge Ms H C Shende in Nagpur on Friday sentenced 58-year-old Mahesh Gopalprasad Rahangdale to five years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) after he was found guilty of aggravated sexual assault on a nine-year-old girl. His wife, Maheshwari...
Two Nagpur Municipal Corporation Sanitation Workers Suspended
Nagpur: Two sanitation supervisors from the Nagpur Municipal Corporation's Lakadganj and Ashinagar zones have been suspended for negligence in their duties. Municipal Commissioner and Administrator Dr. Abhijit Chaudhary has issued suspension orders against the two workers as part of disciplinary...
Jump Kids Play Center sealed for violating safety regulations in gaming zones!
Nagpur: Authorities have begun scrutinizing compliance with safety standards across all gaming zones in the city. Today, the Jump Kids Play Center, located near Saraf Chamber in the Fidvi Complex, has been sealed for breaching these regulations. Several days ago,...
Itwari tragedy: Anushka’s last rites performed, parents still unaware
Nagpur: A devastating fire in an unauthorized commercial-cum-residential building in Itwari has claimed the life of 17-year-old Anushka Bakhade, who succumbed to suffocation while trying to escape. Her parents, Pravin and Renuka, remain in critical condition in the ICU, unaware...
Ladki Bahin scheme gets boost: NMC submits 2 lakh applications
Nagpur: The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has successfully processed over 2 lakh applications for the Maharashtra government's flagship scheme, Mukhyamantri Mazi Ladki Bahin Yojana. This milestone was achieved after thorough examination of sample application forms submitted by beneficiary women. Municipal Commissioner...
Ambazari bridge completion deadline extended to september 30
Nagpur: The Divisional Commissionerate has confirmed a new deadline of September 30 for the completion of the Ambazari bridge, as proposed by Public Works Department (PWD) officials. A high-level meeting was held after a site visit by top officials, including Divisional...
Three Police Officers Suspended Over Cheating Scandal in Nagpur Recruitment Exam
Nagpur: In a shocking turn of events, three police personnel, including a Sub-Inspector, have been suspended in connection with widespread cheating during a police constable recruitment exam held on July 28. The suspended officers include Sub-Inspector Sanjay Chavan of...
Nagpur Police Crack Down on Construction Violations
Nagpur: With the onset of the monsoon season, ongoing construction projects in the city have been causing significant issues for residents. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, Police Commissioner Ravindra Singal held a meeting with the city’s leading contractors. Following...
Nagpur Police Commissioner Launches ‘Cyber Club’ to Bolster Cyber Security in Educational Institutions
Nagpur: In an effort to enhance cyber awareness and address related issues among students, Police Commissioner Dr. Ravindra Singhal inaugurated the 'Cyber Club' at Ramdev Baba College of Engineering, Gittikhadan. This initiative aims to actively promote cyber security across educational...
CR to add extra general coaches for comfort of passengers
Nagpur: In a bid to reduce passenger discomfort, Central Railway has released the schedule for adding general coaches to three major train services. This would enhance passenger capacity and improve travel options for the passengers. These coaches would be added...
CRPF Asst Sub Inspector dies in road accident in Nagpur’s Hingna area
Nagpur: An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) died after he lost control of his motorbike and rammed into a stationary Swaraj Mazda truck parked on the road connecting Mohgaon Zilpi and Mangli in Hingna area of...
Smart move: AI-based system to monitor traffic in Nagpur by 2025
Nagpur: The traffic jams and congestions will soon be a thing of past for Nagpurians as by end of next year, Nagpur’s traffic signals and movement are likely to be monitored by Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the city inches closer...
Mega National Logistics Hub at Nagpur to boost Vidarbha’s economy
Nagpur: The Maharashtra Logistics Policy-2024, approved in the State Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, aims to transform Nagpur into a prominent Logistics Hub. The policy, formulated based on the State Economic Advisory Council”s recommendations, envisions the development...
