Fake India Post agent, wife cheat investors of over Rs 2.25 crore in Nagpur
Nagpur: Posing as an India Post agent, a middle-aged man in connivance with his wife, allegedly duped investors of over Rs 2.25 crore by promising huge returns on recurring and fixed deposits in Nagpur. Hingna Police booked accused Pradeep Kisan Khangar...
Video: Pair of Indian Rat Snakes Causes Stir at Nagpur’s Walkers Officers Club
Nagpur:The sight of snakes can make many people anxious, and recently, a pair of Indian Rat Snakes caused quite a stir at the Walkers Officers Club lawn in Nagpur. A video of these snakes has gone viral on social media. After...
Video: Are Cement Roads Necessary in Nagpur? Public Opinion Divided
Nagpur:The debate over the necessity of cement roads in Nagpur has intensified as city residents express concerns about their impact. While cement roads are known for their durability, they also pose risks such as waterlogging, decreased groundwater levels, and increased...
Nagpur’s Ambazari Lake Water Levels Reach Overflow Mark, Residents on Alert
Nagpur: In September 2023, torrential rains caused Ambazari Lake to overflow, leading to flooding in nearby areas. Ten months later, the lake is once again nearing its overflow capacity. The lake's overflow level is 317 meters, and as of the...
Final Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Mahamarg Stretch Likely to be Ready by August
Nagpur: As the work on the final 76-km stretch of the Mumbai-Nagpur Samruddhi Mahamarg, connecting Igatpuri to Mumbai, nears completion, officials are hopeful it will be opened to traffic by September. This development promises to significantly ease the journey for...
NMC Approves Tree Removal for Zero Mile Subway, Includes Felling Ancient Trees
Nagpur: The Tree Authority Committee of the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has approved the removal of several trees to facilitate the construction of a subway from the Institute of Science to Manas Square at Zero Mile. This approval includes the...
High Court Quashes MPDA Detention Order Against Accused
Nagpur: The High Court, with Justices Vibha Kankanwadi and Vrushali Joshi presiding, has quashed the detention order issued under the Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities (MPDA) Act by the Collector and District Magistrate of Pusad. The State argued that the...
Are Cement Roads the Cause of Nagpur Floods? NMC Commissioner Responds
Nagpur: Following heavy rains on Saturday, several parts of Nagpur experienced flood-like conditions. The municipal administration's handling of post-rainfall scenarios has come under scrutiny. Addressing these concerns, Municipal Commissioner Dr. Abhijeet Chaudhary provided a detailed explanation in a press conference...
Raid in Nagpur’s Ganga Jamuna Area; Two Women and a Minor Girl Rescued
Nagpur: In a significant operation, the Social Security Department of the Crime Branch conducted a raid in the Ganga Jamuna area of the city. During the raid, police rescued a minor girl and two women victims. The operation was carried out...
Nagpur: Man Murdered in Wathoda; Case Filed Against Unknown Assailant
Nagpur: In a shocking incident, a man was brutally murdered in Prajapati Nagar, which falls under the jurisdiction of Wathoda Police Station. The deceased has been identified as Manoj Bengali Banjare, and the police have registered a murder case against...
Video: Sitabuldi, Nagpur: Hydraulic Parking Disrupted by Vendors and Crumbling Roads Amid Heavy Rains
Nagpur: Heavy rains on Saturday resulted in waterlogging across various parts of the city, causing significant inconvenience to residents. The city's roads turned into rivers, exacerbating the already challenging conditions in the central Sitabuldi market area, where a hydraulic parking...
“Protests Erupt in Nagpur Over Alleged Budget Bias Against Maharashtra
Nagpur: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Central Budget in Parliament yesterday. Alleging that the budget discriminates against Maharashtra, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) led by Sharad Pawar and the Samajwadi Party have jointly protested in Nagpur. Both parties condemned...
Nagpur Man Flees After Brutal Stone Attack on Wife Over Infidelity Suspicions
Nagpur: A man attacked his wife with a stone, gravely injuring her, before fleeing the scene over suspicions of infidelity. The incident occurred in the Pawangaon area under Kalamna Police Station jurisdiction. The victim, identified as Aarti Ramesh Tiwari (40)...
Nagpur’s Yashwant Stadium Area Faces Flooding Risk Due to Lack of Drain Safety Barriers
Nagpur: Heavy rainfall on July 20 wreaked havoc in the city, disrupting daily life as water overflowed from numerous places, including the Yashwant Stadium area. The absence of a safety barrier for drains at the stadium has left local residents...
Central Government Allocates ₹2,500 Crore for Nag River Pollution Abatement Project
Nagpur: In a significant boost to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's vision, the central government has allocated ₹2,500 crore for the long-delayed Nag River Pollution Abatement Project (NRPAP). The project, worth ₹1,927 crore, will be funded with 35% contribution from the...
Mysterious Explosion Rocks Nagpur, Causes Widespread Panic
Nagpur: A loud explosion was heard in areas adjacent to Wardha Road in Nagpur on Tuesday, July 23, between 3:30 pm and 4:00 pm, sending shockwaves among citizens. The blast was felt far and wide, with residents reporting vibrations in...
Public Drinking Problem Escalates in Nagpur’s Saraswati Vihar Colony
Nagpur: Residents of Saraswati Vihar Colony and Gajanan Nagar in southwest Nagpur are facing increasing harassment from drunken individuals and miscreants openly consuming alcohol on the streets during the day. Despite the rise in 'drunk and drive' incidents across the state,...
Flooding Shuts Down Bhandara-Tumsar-Balaghat Road, Cutting Maharashtra-MP Link
Bhandara/Nagpur: The inter-state road connecting Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh has been closed to traffic due to severe flooding caused by heavy rains. The Bawanthadi River has overflowed onto the Bapera Bridge, with floodwaters reaching heights of 4 to 5...
Thunderstorm and Rainfall Warning Issued for Vidarbha Region
Nagpur: The meteorological department has issued a nowcast warning for the Vidarbha region, effective from 0700 Hrs IST on 24-07-2024 until 0300 Hrs. Residents are advised to brace for light thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and light to moderate rainfall in the...
Overflowing Sewage Creates Health Hazards in Bhagwaghar Layout, Dharampeth
Nagpur: Residents of Bhagwaghar Layout in Dharampeth have been grappling with a severe sewage overflow issue that has persisted for many days. Despite multiple complaints and appeals to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), no effective action has been taken to...
How Much Will the ₹24,000 Smartphone Cost Now? Mobile Prices Drop Post-Budget Announcement, New Rates
Oplus_131072 Nagpur: The recent Union Budget has brought significant changes, including a reduction in customs duty on gold, resulting in a price drop of ₹3,000 to ₹5,000. This has made gold more accessible in the market. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented...
