As of October 1, 2025, Nagpur is preparing for heavy rains, grand festive gatherings, and key infrastructure decisions. Authorities have finalized arrangements for Dussehra and Dhammachakra Pravartan Din, while police continue crackdowns under Operation Thunder. At the same time, stalled projects and civic warnings underline the city’s development challenges.
Weather and Festivals
- Heavy Rain Predicted: The IMD has issued a yellow alert for October 1–5, with peak rainfall expected on October 4–5, sparking concerns for Vidarbha farmers.
- Festival Preparations: Arrangements are complete for Dussehra (Oct 2) at Kasturchand Park and Dhammachakra Pravartan Din at Deekshabhoomi.
- Special Trains & Metro Service: Central Railway will run special trains, while Nagpur Metro will operate until midnight to ease commuter rush.
- Shelters for Devotees: NMC has set up shelters and amenities at Deekshabhoomi for visiting devotees.
- Jungle Safaris Reopen: Safaris at Pench and Tadoba have reopened post-monsoon, welcoming tourists.
Crime and Court
- ATM Heist Breakthrough: Police arrested a Telangana man linked to an ₹11 lakh ATM robbery in Chandrapur.
- Operation Thunder: Nagpur Police destroyed a large quantity of narcotics as part of the ongoing crackdown.
- Retired Banker Duped: A former SBI officer lost ₹1.6 crore in a stock trading scam.
- Widow’s Rights Upheld: The Nagpur Bench of Bombay HC ruled that denying a widow residence in her matrimonial home amounts to domestic violence.
- Graft Case Acquittal: The High Court acquitted a clerk accused in a corruption case.
Infrastructure and Urban Development
- Projects Worth ₹78,844 Cr Stalled: Major infrastructure projects remain stuck due to land acquisition delays.
- Third Ring Road Debate: Questions mount over the feasibility of Nagpur’s proposed Third Ring Road project.
- NGT Warns NMC: The National Green Tribunal has warned the NMC for neglecting Futala Lake maintenance.
- Yavatmal–Murtizapur Rail: The broad-gauge railway project is finally nearing completion.
Other Updates
- Industrial Magnet Plan: Maharashtra government aims to make Chandrapur–Gadchiroli an industrial hub with 100% local jobs.
- Ambedkar Exhibition: The Central Bureau of Communication launched an exhibition on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s journey at Dragon Palace Temple.
Gold Rate Nagpur (October 1, 2025)
- 22 Carat Gold: ₹56,800 per 10 grams
- 24 Carat Gold: ₹61,950 per 10 grams
Horoscope Today (October 1, 2025)
- Aries: Success in pending tasks, avoid disputes.
- Taurus: Financial stability and gains likely.
- Gemini: Favorable for travel and networking.
- Cancer: Focus on health, avoid overwork.
- Leo: Recognition in workplace matters.
- Virgo: Organize finances, avoid stress.
- Libra: Partnerships prove beneficial.
- Scorpio: Stay alert in money matters.
- Sagittarius: A creative and productive day.
- Capricorn: Real estate or investments bring gains.
- Aquarius: Support from friends and colleagues.
- Pisces: Mental peace through spiritual activity.
