NMC steps up river cleaning drive; Commissioner sets April 30 deadline
Nagpur: As part of the ongoing river and drainage cleaning drive in the city, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) is intensifying efforts to restore water bodies. To review the progress, Municipal Commissioner Dr. Vipin Itankar visited the confluence of the...
NMC launches WhatsApp helpline for direct complaints to Commissioner
Nagpur: In a move to improve citizen grievance redressal, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has introduced a new WhatsApp facility that allows residents to directly send complaints to the Municipal Commissioner. With this initiative, citizens can now report civic issues such...
OCW Actively Participates in ‘Ek Cup Badlav’ Initiative for a Cancer-Free Future
Nagpur: Changing lifestyles are increasingly impacting health. In such a scenario, cancers; particularly breast, cervical, lung, and oral, are on the rise. At a time like this, moving beyond fear to awareness and concrete action has become the need...
IPL Fan Park in Nagpur on March 28, 29
Nagpur: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the schedule for TATA IPL Fan Parks 2026 for the first three weekends, aligned with the opening phase of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. In Nagpur, the Fan Park...
No fuel shortage in Nagpur, assures District Administration
Nagpur: Panic gripped parts of Nagpur on Monday night following rumours of fuel shortage at several petrol pumps, leading to temporary closures and long queues of anxious citizens rushing to stock up on petrol and diesel. However, Nagpur District Collector Vipin...
NMC clears draft of Heat Action Plan 2026 to tackle harsh Nagpur summer
Nagpur: A brief respite in soaring temperatures due to recent cloudy conditions has given the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) a crucial window to push forward its long-pending Heat Action Plan for 2026, a move that comes amid growing concerns over...
‘Smart City’ or ‘Blind City’? Nagpur’s CCTV network crumbles, crores wasted
Nagpur: The much-hyped ‘Smart City’ initiative in Nagpur is now under a cloud, as glaring lapses in its surveillance infrastructure have exposed a shocking reality, crores of public money have been squandered, while the city’s so-called ‘Third Eye’ has gone...
How Corporate Social Responsibility is Shaping Rural India: A Look at B Prabhakaran’s Lloyds Infinite Foundation
In the industrial history of India’s tribal belts, the traditional Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) model has often been a series of disconnected gestures, brief interventions that fail to alter a region's long-term trajectory. B Prabhakaran, the Managing Director of Lloyds...
Tatkal loot exposed: Tech-driven ticket mafia hijacks railway bookings in Nagpur
Nagpur: As the summer travel season peaks and March draws to a close, securing a train ticket in Nagpur has turned into a near-impossible task for ordinary passengers. Within seconds of booking windows opening on IRCTC, tickets vanish, not into...
Police constable attempts suicide by consuming poison in Nagpur
Nagpur: A police constable posted at Wathoda Police Station in Nagpur allegedly attempted suicide by consuming poison at his residence on Sunday evening. He is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital and is reported to be out of danger. The...
Datta Meghe cremated with full State honours at Paonar
Nagpur: Veteran politician and noted educationist Datta Meghe was consigned to flames with full State honours at Paonar in Wardha district on Monday, marking the end of an era in Maharashtra’s political and educational landscape. The last rites were performed by...
Income Tax Raids Conducted on Prominent Steel Company in Nagpur
Nagpur: According to sources, the Income Tax Department has conducted raids on a well-known steel company in Nagpur, triggering significant buzz across the city’s industrial circles. The raids reportedly began early this tuesday morning, with officials carrying out simultaneous searches...
War? No – Here’s the Real Reason Behind Nagpur’s Petrol Crisis
Nagpur Petrol and diesel supply across Nagpur was disrupted over the past two days, leading to temporary closure of several fuel stations and long queues across the city. Contrary to public speculation, the situation is not linked to any war...
20 Dead, Same Negligence-Why Is No One Being Held Responsible?
Nagpur: On March 1, 2026, a massive explosion at an industrial explosives factory owned by SBL Energy Limited in Maharashtra’s Nagpur district claimed at least 20 lives and left 23 others injured. Most of the victims were women workers, highlighting...
LPG Crisis Deepens: Government May Reduce Domestic Cylinder Refill to 10 kg Amid Global Supply Disruptions
India could soon witness a major shift in domestic LPG supply as government-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) consider reducing the refill quantity in household cylinders from 14.2 kg to 10 kg. The move comes in response to escalating geopolitical tensions...
Children Lead Rally Spreading the Message “Water is Life”
Nagpur, Mar 23, 2026, Emphasizing the message that “Water is Life” and that every drop is precious, a public awareness program was organized at Kaikadi Nagar on the occasion of World Water Day. The initiative was jointly conducted by Orange...
Priya Bapat, Umesh Kamath & Director Varun Narvekar bring the Hey Kay Navin?
Nagpur, March 23rd 2026: Marathi entertainment fans in Nagpur—the vibrant Orange City—were treated to a memorable day as celebrated actors Priya Bapat and Umesh Kamat along with director Varun Narvekar visited the city to promote their upcoming Marathi ZEE5 show,...
Crime Branch busts gambling den in Kamptee, 17 booked; kingpin absconding
Nagpur: In a major crackdown on illegal gambling, the Nagpur Crime Branch Unit 5 raided a gambling den in the New Kamptee police jurisdiction and booked 17 accused involved in betting activities. The raid was conducted between 3:32 pm and 4:45...
Massive fire guts multiple godowns near Bhandewadi Dumping Yard; losses pegged at Rs 1.33 crore
Nagpur: A major fire broke out on Monday morning near the dumping yard in Bhandewadi-Bidgaon area, gutting multiple industrial godowns and causing extensive damage to goods and machinery worth over Rs 1.33 crore. According to fire officials, the blaze was reported...
OYO Hotels in Nagpur turning into flesh trade dens, crime hideouts?
Nagpur: Serious allegations have surfaced against several budget hotels operating under the OYO brand in Nagpur, with claims that many have turned into hubs of prostitution and other illegal activities, operating in blatant violation of government norms. According to sources and...
KEM Society invites applications for scholarships
Nagpur: The King Edward Memorial Society has invited applications for its scholarship programme for students belonging to the erstwhile Central Province and Berar region, pursuing higher education across various disciplines. The scholarships are open to meritorious students from the faculties of...
