India vs Australia Test Returns to Nagpur in 2027; Jamtha to Host Series Opener
Nagpur: Cricket fans in Nagpur are in for another blockbuster as India and Australia are set to face off once again in a high-voltage Test clash. The first match of the five-Test series will be played from January 21 to...
Healthy Street or Costly Mistake? Nagpur Faces Another ₹25 Crore Question
Nagpur is once again at a crossroads-literally and financially. After spending nearly ₹20 crore on a “Walkable Street” pilot stretch from Abhyankar Nagar Square to Bajaj Nagar and Kachipura, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) is now proposing another ₹25 crore “Healthy...
Datta Meghe cremated with full State honours at Paonar
Nagpur: Veteran politician and noted educationist Datta Meghe was consigned to flames with full State honours at Paonar in Wardha district on Monday, marking the end of an era in Maharashtra’s political and educational landscape. The last rites were performed by...
War? No – Here’s the Real Reason Behind Nagpur’s Petrol Crisis
Nagpur Petrol and diesel supply across Nagpur was disrupted over the past two days, leading to temporary closure of several fuel stations and long queues across the city. Contrary to public speculation, the situation is not linked to any war...
20 Dead, Same Negligence-Why Is No One Being Held Responsible?
Nagpur: On March 1, 2026, a massive explosion at an industrial explosives factory owned by SBL Energy Limited in Maharashtra’s Nagpur district claimed at least 20 lives and left 23 others injured. Most of the victims were women workers, highlighting...
Massive fire guts multiple godowns near Bhandewadi Dumping Yard; losses pegged at Rs 1.33 crore
Nagpur: A major fire broke out on Monday morning near the dumping yard in Bhandewadi-Bidgaon area, gutting multiple industrial godowns and causing extensive damage to goods and machinery worth over Rs 1.33 crore. According to fire officials, the blaze was reported...
Senior Leader Dattatraya Meghe Dies at 89; Vidarbha Mourns Loss of ‘People’s Leader’
Nagpur: Veteran leader, former Maharashtra minister, and ex-MP Dattatraya “Dattabhau” Meghe passed away on Sunday evening at the age of 89. He breathed his last in Nagpur around 7:30 PM after prolonged illness. He had been undergoing treatment for the...
Nagpur Bench Converts News Reports into Action: 23 Suo Motu PILs in 2026 Surpass 2025 Total
Nagpur: The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has taken an unusually proactive stance in 2026, converting 23 news reports and communications into suo motu public interest litigations (PILs) within just the first 11 weeks of the year-already exceeding...
Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrated with Joy Across Nagpur and Nation
Nagpur: The sacred festival of Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and religious fervour across Nagpur and other parts of the country on Sunday. After observing month-long fasts, members of the...
Did a Nagpur Complaint Trigger HDFC Bank Turmoil and Chairman’s Resignation?
Nagpur: The roots of the ongoing crisis at HDFC Bank appear to trace back to Nagpur, where a formal complaint lodged with the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in July 2025 set off a chain reaction. The complaint alleged mis-selling of...
Premium petrol price hiked by Rs 2, cost of normal petrol stays unchanged
Nagpur: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has increased the price of its premium petrol price by Rs 2 per litre. The revised rates came into effect on Friday itself. Although the state-run petroleum company didn't specify any reason behind the...
Rain-bearing clouds cool Nagpur, mercury plunges by 5.2°C
Nagpur: In an unexpected twist to the early summer narrative, Nagpur has witnessed a noticeable drop in temperature, offering residents a brief but welcome relief from the usual March heat. After flirting with the 40°C mark earlier this season,...
Nagpur Police Tighten Rules on Cyber Complaints, Curb Unnecessary Account Freezes
Nagpur: In a significant move to address irregularities in cybercrime investigations, Police Commissioner Ravinder Kumar Singal has issued a new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) aimed at curbing the unnecessary freezing of bank accounts and improving transparency in the system. The decision...
Nagpur Turns Saffron as Grand Gudi Padwa Shobha Yatra Marks Marathi New Year
Nagpur: The city came alive with color, culture, and devotion as grand celebrations marked Gudi Padwa, ushering in the Marathi New Year with traditional fervour. A massive Shobha Yatra held across Nagpur drew thousands of participants, transforming the city into...
Nagpur Bans Private Travel Bus Pickups in Inner Ring Road Area.
Nagpur: In a significant move to tackle increasing traffic congestion, air pollution, and noise levels in the city, the Nagpur Traffic Department has imposed restrictions on private travel buses. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Lohit Matani has issued an order...
Centre assures steady LPG supply in Nagpur amid global tensions; HC closes plea
Nagpur: In a significant reassurance for consumers, the Central Government on Tuesday informed the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court that it is taking all possible steps, both domestically and internationally, to ensure uninterrupted supply of liquefied petroleum gas...
Late-Night Clash in Nagpur’s Mahal Sparks Panic; Two Injured
Nagpur: Tension gripped the Mahal area of Nagpur late Monday night after a clash between two groups left two persons injured and created panic among residents. The incident took place around 10 pm near Indrayani Saree Store. According to police sources,...
Pre-Dawn Blaze Guts Five Homes Near Yashwant Stadium in Nagpur
Nagpur: Panic gripped residents near the Yashwant Stadium area in Nagpur after a massive fire broke out in the Sangam Chawl slum settlement beside the bus depot in the early hours of Monday. According to preliminary information, the fire erupted around...
Girish Gandhi Set to Become New President of Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh; Datey, Joshi Suffer Major Defeat
Nagpur: After days of intense contest and internal disagreements, the elections for the Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh (VSS) were finally concluded on Sunday. Veteran candidate Girish Gandhi emerged with a decisive lead and is set to become the new president of...
Hailstorm, rain alert issued for Nagpur as mercury crosses 41°C in 7 Vidarbha districts
Nagpur: With temperatures steadily climbing across the Vidarbha region, the weather pattern over Nagpur is now expected to shift towards cloudy conditions accompanied by rain and thunderstorms. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning that between March 15...
Nagpur Municipal Corporation Unveils ₹5,541 Crore Budget for 2026–27, Focus on Infrastructure Development
Nagpur: The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) on Friday presented its proposed budget of ₹5,541.31 crore for the financial year 2026–2027. Municipal Commissioner Vipin Itankar unveiled the budget during a press conference, stating that priority has been given to strengthening...
