Satnavari Becomes Maharashtra’s First Smart Intelligent Village

Nagpur: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today inaugurated the country’s first Smart Intelligent Village pilot project in Satnavari village, near Nagpur. The initiative aims to transform Satnavari into a self-reliant, digitally empowered model village, setting an example for rural development...

Nagpur–Jabalpur Road Accident: Woman Dies, Nephew Critical

Nagpur: A tragic road accident occurred this morning around 9 AM on the Nagpur–Jabalpur Road near the Hockey Building in Kamptee, leaving a 20-year-old woman dead and her 19-year-old nephew critically injured. According to police reports, the deceased has been identified...

Nagpur Weather Update: Humid Conditions Now, Heavy Rain Expected After Ganeshotsav

Nagpur: After a brief lull, the monsoon is set to intensify again across Maharashtra just as households prepare to welcome Ganeshotsav this week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a four-day heavy rainfall alert starting today. Citizens are advised...

IndiGo Adds 7th Daily Flight on Nagpur–Mumbai Route from September 3

Nagpur: Good news for air travelers on the busy Nagpur-Mumbai sector. Responding to strong passenger demand and the upcoming festive season, IndiGo Airlines has decided to add another flight between Nagpur and Mumbai starting September 3. With this addition, the total...

Nagpur News Today: Marbat Festival, NMC Recruitment, Crime Busts, Gold Rates & Horoscope

Here are the latest updates from Nagpur for Monday, August 25, 2025. From the colorful celebrations of the Marbat festival to new NMC recruitment drives, key crime busts, and important city infrastructure updates, here’s a quick look at what’s making...

Supriya Sule Says ‘My Non-Veg Food Acceptable to Pandurang’, Sparks Controversy

A fresh political controversy has erupted in Maharashtra after NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) MP Supriya Sule made remarks about her non-vegetarian food habits while referring to her faith in Lord Pandurang. Reacting to her statement, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said he...

Satnavari Smart Village to be Inaugurated by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra on 24th August 2025

  Nagpur, : The village of Satnavari is set to make history as Maharashtra’s first Smart Village powered by Satellite-enabled 4G LTE Network-in-a-Box (NIB), which will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra on 24th August 2025. This landmark initiative...

Nagpur News Highlights: Crime Raids, Civic Issues, Marbat Fest & More

Nagpur today witnessed a mix of crime busts, civic updates, festive celebrations, and tragic incidents. From the grand Marbat and Dahi Handi festivities to police action on ganja smuggling and scams, the city remains active with both challenges and celebrations.

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Children’s Day Out: Nagpur’s streets come alive with vibrant Tanha Pola celebration!

Nagpur: The streets of the Orange City turned into a carnival of colours and laughter on Saturday, August 23, as children took centre stage in the vibrant celebrations of Tanha Pola, an age-old festival unique to Nagpur and Vidarbha. Dressed in...

Shalarth ID scam: Nagpur court grants bail to Dy Dir (Edn) Wanjari

Nagpur: The Court of Judicial Magistrate First Class, Court No.10, Nagpur, presided over by S K Sonawane, has granted regular bail to Deputy Director of Education, Chintaman Gulabrao Wanjari, in the infamous Shalarth ID scam. Wanjari was arrested on May 22,...

Kavikulguru Kalidas Sanskrit University’s VC, wife killed in road mishap in UP

Nagpur: Professor Hareram Tripathi, Vice Chancellor of Ramtek-based Kavikulguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, and his wife died when their car collided with a trailer truck parked on the road in Dohrighat police station area of Mau district of Uttar Pradesh on...

NMC to launch recruitment drive for 174 posts

Nagpur: After successfully completing recruitment for 245 posts earlier this year, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) is set to launch another major hiring process. This time, the civic body will fill 174 posts created a couple of years ago across...

NMC cracks whip on engineers over payment delay to contractor

Nagpur: Municipal Commissioner Dr. Abhijit Chaudhari on Thursday suspended Nehru Nagar Zone Deputy Engineer Vijendra Sahare for withholding payment to a contractor despite completion of assigned work. The civic chief also ordered departmental inquiries against two senior officials, former Nehru...

Good news: Toll-free travel for e-vehicles on Samruddhi, other major highways

Nagpur: In a significant push to promote eco-friendly transportation and boost the electric vehicle (EV) industry, the Maharashtra Government has announced a toll exemption policy for electric vehicles across key highways, including the iconic Atal Setu, Mumbai-Pune Expressway, and Samruddhi...

Ganeshotsav: Not Just a Festival of Enthusiasm, But of Awareness

With the chant of 'Mangalmurti Moraya', preparations for Ganeshotsav, which is just a few days away, have reached their peak. The grand pandals being erected in every lane, the attractive lighting, and the captivating decorations create an atmosphere...

NMC chief inspects stormwater drains from VCA to Akashvani Square

Nagpur: The Nagpur Municipal Commissioner and Administrator Dr. Abhijit Chaudhari on Friday inspected the stormwater drainage system stretching from Vidarbha Cricket Association (VCA) Stadium to Akashvani Square via St. Ursula Girls’ High School, Sub-Divisional Officer Colony, and the NMC headquarters. During...

Popular Gorewada Zoo tiger ‘Sahebrao’ dies at 17

Nagpur: The much-loved tiger ‘Sahebrao’, a major attraction at Gorewada Zoo, passed away on Friday night after a prolonged illness. The 17-year-old male tiger, officially named GT-1, was famous among visitors because one of his paws had been amputated and...

Entry ban: HC raps Nagpur Traffic Police; orders release of detained private buses

Nagpur: In a stinging rebuke to the Nagpur Traffic Department, the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has quashed the arbitrary detention of private buses and ordered their immediate release. The Court also pulled up the State Government for...

Nagpur’s Irshad Mirza to play Lanka Premier Hockey League

Nagpur: For decades, Nagpur has been a cradle of hockey talent, producing players who dazzled with their dribbling skills. Yet, the city’s chronic lack of infrastructure and long-standing controversies in the administration of the game have forced many to look...

Satta betting racket busted in Khaparkheda, 3 booked

Nagpur: Acting on a tip-off, Crime Branch Unit 5 of Nagpur Police busted a satta betting racket in Khaparkheda ahead of Pola festival. The action was taken around 3.50 pm on August 21, near Kolar River bridge, where the accused...