NMC polls: New Prabhag delimitation to be out on Aug 22, objections open till Aug 28

Nagpur: Political circles in Nagpur are abuzz once again as the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) prepares to unveil its new Prabhag (ward) delimitation plan. The move has intensified election preparations for both the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the...

MSEDCL urges Ganesh Mandals to prioritize electrical safety during Ganeshotsav

Nagpur: As Maharashtra prepares to welcome Lord Ganesh with grandeur, Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has appealed to Sarvajanik Ganesh Mandals to give utmost priority to electrical safety during the upcoming Ganeshotsav. With drums, lights, and celebrations setting...

Govinda aala re aala: Nagpur erupts in joyful Dahi Handi festivities, Govinda adds star power

Nagpur: The city came alive with colour, devotion, and celebration as Dahi Handi festivities brought thousands together on the occasion of Janmashtami. From bustling chowks to school grounds, the spirit of Lord Krishna’s birth was marked with joy, energy, and...

Nagpur Crime News: Rape Accused Alleges Police Took Gold Ornaments in Custody, Court Orders Probe

Nagpur: A sensational case has surfaced in Nagpur where a rape accused has alleged that police officers took away his gold ornaments while he was in custody. Following the allegation, the court has ordered an inquiry against the concerned police...

अगर आप बेसा-बेलतरोड़ी के फ़्लैटधारक हैं तो आपका सवाल — क्या हमारा घर सुरक्षित है? हाईकोर्ट ने फैसला सुरक्षित रखा

नागपुर: अगर आप बेसा-बेलतरोड़ी के फ़्लैटधारक हैं तो आज आपके मन में सबसे बड़ा सवाल यही है — “हमारे फ़्लैट का क्या होगा?” लगभग 25 वर्षों से चल रही सुनवाई के बाद अब नागपुर खंडपीठ, बॉम्बे हाईकोर्ट ने ग़ैरक़ानूनी निर्माणों के...

Besa-Beltarodi Flat Owners Ask: What Will Happen to Our Homes as High Court Reserves Verdict on Illegal Constructions?

Nagpur: If you are a flat owner in Besa-Beltarodi, you may now be asking: “What will happen to our flats?” After nearly 25 years of hearings, the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has finally reserved its judgment on the...

Nagpur School ID Scam: Mastermind Nilesh Waghmare Arrested After Four Months on the Run

Nagpur: The mastermind of the sensational School ID Scam in Nagpur district, Nilesh Waghmare, has finally been arrested after evading police for four months. His arrest has triggered a fresh wave of action against officials and staff allegedly involved in...

Khaparkheda Thermal Power Plant Flashover Incident: Two Seriously Injured, Safety Lapses Under Scanner

Nagpur: A major accident took place on Sunday at the Khaparkheda Thermal Power Plant (500 MW capacity) after a wrong electrical panel was opened, leading to a sudden flashover. The incident left an Assistant Engineer and a contract worker severely...

Water Shutdown, Crime Crackdowns & Big Investments Shape Nagpur’s Week

Nagpur witnessed major developments on August 18, 2025, with civic works, police crackdowns, and new investments making headlines. From a 36-hour water supply shutdown to the crackdown on illegal trades and the announcement of a ₹700 crore hospital, the city...

NMC Announces 36-Hour Shutdown of Pench II & Pench III Water Treatment Plants

Nagpur, Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has planned a 36-hour shutdown of Pench II and Pench III Water Treatment Plants (WTPs) from 10:00 am on August 19, 2025, to 10:00 pm on August 20, 2025, to carry out crucial interconnection works...

A Farmer’s Death, A System’s Failure – Who Will Answer?

  The death of farmer Vinod Pawar during a ‘Jal Samadhi’ protest in Buldhana district is not just a personal tragedy – it is an indictment of the State’s failure. Pawar jumped into a river demanding something as basic as a road, and 30...

Nagpur’s Gallant Brothers: Group Captain Vishwas Jamkar Honoured in Operation Sindoor

Nagpur: Group Captain Vishwas Jamkar, hailing from Nagpur, has been awarded the prestigious ‘Mention in Despatches’ (M-in-D) for his exemplary leadership during Operation Sindoor. The honour was announced by the Ministry of Defence on the eve of Independence Day in...

₹520 Crore Property Registry Scam Unearthed in Nagpur and Buldhana

Nagpur: The Income Tax Department’s Intelligence and Criminal Investigation Wing has exposed a major case of undervalued property registrations at the Sakkardara Sub-Registrar Office (Nagpur) and in Buldhana district. The probe revealed that transactions worth nearly ₹520 crore were registered...

Nagpur Police Crack Down on Underage Driving: Parents Face Legal Action

Nagpur: In a decisive move to curb the rising menace of underage driving, Nagpur City Traffic Police launched a special enforcement drive on Saturday. The operation targeted parents who allowed minors to take control of vehicles, as well as other major...

Nagpur News Update: From Station Modernization to Leopard Scares and Political Buzz

Here are today’s top headlines and current events from Nagpur as of August 17, 2025 — ranging from major infrastructure developments and wildlife concerns to crime, politics, sports, and community stories.

Major Headlines

• Nagpur Station Modernization: The ₹488 crore redevelopment under...

Nagpur Police Commissioner Chairs Meeting on Stray Dog Control Measures

Nagpur: To address the rising issue of stray dogs in the city, the administration is preparing to take concrete measures. During the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in the Bombay High Court, Nagpur Bench, the court observed...

ICAI Celebrates 79th Independence Day and Holds 445th Council Meeting in Pahalgam; Stands in Solidarity with the People of Jammu & Kashmir and the Armed Forces

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) celebrated the 79th Independence Day in Pahalgam with the people of Kashmir, standing in solidarity with the Armed Forces and reaffirming its commitment to the citizens of Jammu & Kashmir. In a...

Shalarth ID scam: Mastermind Waghmare nabbed after 4 months on the run

Nagpur: The Nagpur Cyber Police have arrested Nilesh Waghmare (50), the alleged mastermind behind the multi-crore Shalarth ID scam, after he remained absconding for over four months. A resident of Vasudeo Nagar on Hingna Road, Waghmare was working as Superintendent...

Leopard Panic in Nagpur’s Dabha Area; Dog Mauled Inside Sampat Housing Society

Fear grips residents Nagpur: Panic has spread among residents of the Dabha area in Nagpur as leopard sightings continue to increase. A chilling incident was reported from Sampat Housing Society, where a leopard attacked and killed a dog. The dramatic...

Video: Nagpur’s ₹2-Crore Smart City Kiosks Rot Away as Costly Failures

Nagpur: Nagpur’s ambitious Smart City initiative has once again drawn criticism, this time for its failed experiment with high-tech kiosks. In July 2019, the Nagpur Smart and Sustainable Development Corporation Limited (NSSDCL) proudly rolled out 65 Smart City kiosks across prominent...