17 killed in blast at Nagpur SBL Energy Explosives gunpowder factory
Nagpur: At least 17 people were killed and 18 others injured after a blast at a gunpowder factory in Maharashtra's Nagpur district on Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis condoled the deaths and announced compensations...
Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei killed in major attack by US and Israel
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack by Israel and the United States, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday, throwing the future of the Islamic Republic into doubt and raising the risk of regional instability. President...
Nagpur home prices soar to highest in India, RBI data reveals
Nagpur: The city’s real estate market is on fire, and the numbers now officially prove it. According to the latest data released by the Reserve Bank of India, Nagpur has emerged as the fastest-rising housing market in the country, outpacing...
Futala Lake fountain revival begins after two-year legal freeze
Nagpur: After a prolonged lull marked by litigation, technical setbacks and environmental distress, restoration activity has once again picked up pace at Futala Lake — the city’s most recognisable leisure landmark and home to what was once promoted as one...
HSC Paper Leak in Nagpur: After Physics & Chemistry, Class 12 Mathematics Paper Also Leaked, Shocking Technical Probe Reveals
Nagpur: The HSC examination paper leak case in Nagpur has widened further. After the leakage of Class 12 Physics and Chemistry papers, a technical investigation has now confirmed that the Mathematics question paper was also leaked. According to the police, deleted...
1.17 lakh women, minor girls reported missing in State in two years: CM Fadnavis
Nagpur: In a deeply disturbing revelation, the Maharashtra Government informed the State Assembly that a staggering 1,17,369 women and minor girls were reported missing across the State during 2024 and 2025. Of these, 86,228 have been traced by police, but...
President Droupadi Murmu Launches ‘Golden Era of Maharashtra’ Initiative in Nagpur
Nagpur: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on Tuesday graced the state-level launch of “Golden Era of Maharashtra Through Unity and Trust” at Vishwa Shanti Sarovar. The programme was organised by the Brahma Kumaris in Nagpur. Addressing the gathering, the President...
Instagram Jealousy Sparks Midnight Rampage in Nagpur; Vehicles Vandalised, Three Detained
Nagpur: A violent late-night rampage rocked Nagpur’s Mahal area after a group of youths armed with sharp weapons went on a vandalism spree, allegedly triggered by anger over an Instagram friendship linked to a past relationship. The incident occurred around 11...
Shivani Dani-Vakhare Elected Standing Committee Chairperson at Nagpur NMC
Nagpur: Women’s leadership in the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has gained further momentum with the election of Shivani Dani‑Vakhare as Chairperson of the powerful Standing Committee. Her appointment has drawn widespread congratulations and is being seen as a clear endorsement...
Engine failure triggers full emergency post take-off for SpiceJet flight
A full emergency was declared at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport early Tuesday morning after a Leh-bound SpiceJet flight reported a mid-air engine failure. Flight SG-121, which was carrying approximately 150 passengers, initiated an immediate air return to the...
Unseasonal Rain Impacts Nagpur, Grain Soaked at Kalamna APMC Market
Nagpur: Sudden unseasonal rainfall across parts of Vidarbha and Marathwada has led to concerns among farmers and traders. At Nagpur’s Kalamna APMC market, hundreds of grain bags stored in open areas were soaked due to rain, raising fears of significant...
Nagpur HSC Chemistry, Physics Papers Leaked on WhatsApp
Nagpur: In a serious breach of examination security, the Class 12 Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Chemistry and Physics question papers were allegedly circulated on WhatsApp prior to the scheduled exam at the St Ursula School centre in Sadar. An offence...
Nagpur: Ram Jhula Road Closed at Night Till Feb 23, Traffic Diverted
Nagpur traffic police have announced night-time closure of Ram Jhula road due to essential repair work on the bridge. The restriction will be in place from February 20 to February 23, every night between 11 pm and 6 am. The work...
SSC Exams Begin Today; 58,458 Students Appear in Nagpur District
Nagpur: After the Higher Secondary (Class 12) examinations, the Class 10 (SSC) examinations conducted by the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education have commenced from today, Friday. A total of 58,458 students from Nagpur district are appearing...
NMC Committee Formation: BJP Faces Internal Balancing Test in Nagpur
Nagpur: The February 24 special general body meeting of the Nagpur Municipal Corporation is expected to go well beyond routine committee formation, turning into a critical exercise in political balancing and internal accommodation. Despite its overwhelming numerical strength, the Bharatiya Janata...
Silver Scam Shakes Nagpur, Dabba Traders Under Lens
Nagpur: The sharp rise and sudden crash in silver prices over the past few months has shaken bullion markets across India, but the impact has been particularly severe in Nagpur. What initially appeared to be routine market volatility has now...
Newborn’s Body Found in Trash Bin in Nagpur, Murder Suspected
Nagpur: A shocking incident has come to light from the Hilltop area of Nagpur, where the body of a newborn was found dumped in a garbage bin, triggering panic in the locality. Upon receiving information, police rushed to the spot,...
After Daboo Crackdown, Valentine’s Day Brawl at Raasta Raises Fresh Concerns
Nagpur: Safety concerns surrounding late-night parties in the city have resurfaced after a scuffle broke out during a Valentine’s Day celebration at Raasta, a pub located in Shivaji Nagar under the jurisdiction of Ambazari Police Station. According to sources, what reportedly...
Maha govt scraps 5% Muslim quota in jobs, education
The Maharashtra government has cancelled the five per cent reservation to members of the Muslim community in jobs and education. A Government Resolution (GR) was issued to this effect on Tuesday, as the previous ordinance about the five per cent reservation...
Holi rush: 186 special trains announced, major relief for Nagpur passengers
Nagpur: In a major boost for festive travellers, Central Railway has announced 186 special train services to manage the heavy passenger rush during Holi, with Nagpur emerging as one of the key beneficiaries. The special arrangements include 94 Holi Special Trains...
SC to hear Sabarimala women entry plea in April
The Supreme Court on Monday said that a nine-judge bench will commence final hearing on a batch of petitions relating to discrimination against women in religions and at religious places, including Kerala's Sabarimala Temple. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya...
