Nagpur is in the headlines again with a mix of civic updates, rising health concerns, crime reports, and unpredictable monsoon weather. On July 18, 2025, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation set a record-breaking ₹20.21 crore civic election budget, while residents voiced concerns over waterlogging and pre-election infrastructure pushes. A concerning rise in both snakebites and COVID-19 cases is putting citizens on alert, as cloudy skies continue to linger over the city.

• Swachh Survekshan Rank: Nagpur secured 27th place in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 rankings, while rural regions failed the Grameen audit.
• Civic Election Budget: NMC has allocated ₹20.21 crore for the upcoming civic elections — the largest so far — though no date is officially announced.
• Snakebite Alert: 134 snakebite cases, including 34 venomous ones, were reported in the last month.
• Record Aapli Bus Ridership: Aapli Bus set a new record with 1.54 lakh riders in a single day.
• Skepticism Over Projects: Citizens suspect new infrastructure projects are election gimmicks rather than genuine development.

Civic & Infrastructure:

• The High Court slammed the civic body for demolishing homes of riot-accused individuals.
• Heavy rain caused waterlogging and traffic chaos in several localities, adding to public grievances.
• Road encroachment fines crossed ₹79 lakh this year.
• East Nagpur is experiencing significant traffic due to simultaneous flyover works.

Crime & Law Enforcement:

• A life-term convict died by suicide in Nagpur Central Jail.
• A property dealer was abducted over a loan dispute; four were arrested.
• A murder during a robbery attempt shocked Wathoda residents.
• Police booked 18 individuals in two gambling den raids.
• A ₹36.40 lakh investment fraud was reported involving fake stock schemes.
• Two men were caught stealing a bench belonging to NMC.

Health:

• Nagpur reported a sudden spike in COVID-19 cases with over 100 infections and three deaths recently.
• Authorities have not imposed restrictions yet, but are on high alert.
• A doctor and his brother were arrested for plotting and murdering the doctor’s wife.

Transport & Other News:

• A special unreserved train will run between Nagpur and Nashik Road on July 23–24 to manage festive rush.
• MLAs are pushing for metro city status for Nagpur.
• Chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh defeated China’s Zhu in the Women’s World Cup.

Weather Update (July 18, 2025):

• Condition: Cloudy throughout the day.
• High/Low: 32°C / 24°C
• Rain Chance: 20% today; heavier rains expected over the weekend.

Horoscope Today – July 18, 2025

♈ Aries: Stay cautious in financial dealings. Unexpected expenses may arise.
♉ Taurus: A favorable day for family bonding. Avoid overthinking minor issues.
♊ Gemini: Great day to initiate creative pursuits. Stay grounded in conversations.
♋ Cancer: Office pressure may build. Take short breaks to stay balanced.
♌ Leo: Travel plans may face delays. Be flexible.
♍ Virgo: Focus on your health and avoid junk food.
♎ Libra: Avoid disputes today — diplomacy will work in your favor.
♏ Scorpio: Good day to complete pending work. Don’t delay decisions.
♐ Sagittarius: Watch your tone while communicating. Clarity is key.
♑ Capricorn: Financial gains are likely. A small celebration may be on the cards.
♒ Aquarius: Romance is in the air, but be honest about your intentions.
♓ Pisces: Trust your intuition when faced with a dilemma.