Nagpur’s smart police booths become white elephants – A waste of public money!!
Nagpur: The much-touted “smart police booths” in Nagpur have turned into nothing short of glorified white elephants, useless structures that mock the very purpose for which they were installed. Conceived to protect traffic police personnel from the scorching heat, relentless...
Nagpur Heritage Alert: Bhosle-Era Amrai Turns Into Garbage Dump and Drinking Hub
Nagpur: Once a lush and historic green space along the old Sonegaon Airport Road, the Bhosle-era Amrai grove—long cherished as a morning and evening walking spot by residents of South-West Nagpur constituency—has now become a dumping ground and open drinking...
Nagpur Airport: 309 Flights Cancelled, 3,800 Delayed in Just 8 Months
Nagpur: Air travel at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport has faced major disruptions in the past eight months. A total of 309 flights were cancelled, while 3,832 flights experienced delays. The airport also recorded eight emergency landings in 2025 alone, taking...
Nagpur News: Navratri Restrictions, Heavy Rains, Crime Busts & Vijayadashmi Prep
Here are the latest updates from Nagpur for Friday, September 26, 2025. From Navratri restrictions and a viral flyover controversy to floods, crime raids, infrastructure updates, and festive preparations, the city continues to witness a mix of challenges and celebrations.
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How’s the Nagpur’s Josh at Dandiya…? Police, Politics, and Rains Play Spoilsport
Nagpur: This year’s Garba and Dandiya nights, usually marked by glittering lights, energetic beats, and vibrant crowds, are facing an unusual dampener. From torrential rains washing out pandals to the intervention of political outfits and heightened police checks, the festival...
High Court Allows 31-Week Abortion for Rape Survivor, Upholds Woman’s Right
Nagpur: The High Court has granted permission to an 18-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 31-week pregnancy, highlighting a woman’s exclusive right over her own body. The bench of Justice Anil Pansare and Justice Siddheshwar Thombre considered the survivor’s physical and...
3.2 Magnitude Tremor Hits Chandrapur, No Damage Reported
Chandrapur: According to the Disaster Management Authority, mild tremors were recorded in Warora tehsil of Chandrapur district. The epicenter was reported in the same region, with the earthquake measuring 3.2 on the Richter scale. The information was received through the...
Flyover Through Balcony in Nagpur: Did NMC Know or Not?
Nagpur: A shocking case has surfaced in Nagpur where the under-construction flyover at Ashok Chowk is passing directly through the balcony of a private residence. This could possibly be the first such instance in the country where a flyover cuts...
Did Nagpur Garba Stop Because of No NOC from VHP — or Police Rules?
Nagpur: The first night of Navaratri Garba celebrations on Nagpur’s outskirts ended in controversy as events were abruptly halted. Police cited the 10 pm loudspeaker deadline, but organisers alleged they were asked to secure a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from...
Today, Two Years Ago – The Nagpur Flood That Shook the City
Nagpur: Exactly two years ago, Nagpur woke up to a night of unprecedented devastation. Between 2:00 AM and 4:30 AM on September 23, 2023, the city received nearly 116 mm of rainfall, overwhelming the drainage system and triggering severe flooding...
10 Police Squads to Monitor Garba, Dandiya Events in Nagpur
Nagpur: In a bid to maintain law and order during the upcoming Navratri festival, Commissioner of Police Dr. Ravinder Kumar Singal has announced the formation of 10 special squads to keep a close watch on Garba and Dandiya venues across...
Nagpur Central Jail: Three Inmates Booked for Assaulting Guard
Nagpur: Three inmates of Nagpur Central Jail have been booked for allegedly attacking a prison guard, officials confirmed on Monday. The incident occurred on Friday when guard Ankush Narayan Tejanwar (48) was reportedly assaulted by inmates Prabhakar Gopal Chaudhary (25), Nikhil...
GST 2.0: Soaps, coffee, biscuits, oil to be cheaper
Daily essentials and food products will be cheaper from Monday, as leading FMCG companies have slashed prices, extending GST cut benefits to consumers. The move is expected to lead to a spike in consumption and a surge in sales during the...
At Halba Jubilee, Gadkari Says: Thank God I Didn’t Get Reservation
Nagpur: At a time when reservation demands are fueling agitations across Maharashtra, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari made a striking remark about his own caste background, stating that he thanks God for not having received reservation benefits. Gadkari was speaking at...
CBI Arrests Abhijeet Group Chairman Manoj Jayaswal in Coal Scam
Nagpur:The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Manoj Jayaswal, Chairman of Abhijeet Infrastructure Limited, in connection with the infamous coal block allocation scam. Sources revealed that the arrest was carried out late Friday night. As of the time of reporting,...
Ambazari Police Raid Illegal Hookah Parlour at Publico Café; Material Worth ₹80,000 Seized
Nagpur: In a major action, Ambazari police busted an illegal hookah parlour operating inside Publico Café on Ambazari Bypass Road. The raid was conducted on Thursday, September 18, between 4:15 pm and 4:40 pm. Police caught the café owner red-handed...
Nagpur Lensman’s Rare Black Tiger Roars on NatGeo Cover
Nagpur: From the forests of Odisha to international acclaim, Nagpur-born wildlife photographer and National Geographic Explorer Prasenjeet Yadav has achieved a remarkable milestone. His stunning photograph of a black tiger from Simlipal National Park has been featured on the cover...
Nagpur’s Distant Garba Venues Raise Safety Concerns
Nagpur: With Navratri around the corner, concerns are mounting over the safety of certain Garba venues in and around the city. Several events are being planned at isolated locations far from Nagpur, raising serious questions about the intent of organisers....
Nagpur Police Seize Illegal Arms, Two Arrested
Nagpur: In a major crackdown, the Tehsil Police Station team along with Zone-3 police unearthed an illegal arms cache and arrested two suspects. The raid led to the recovery of a country-made pistol, two magazines, eight live cartridges, and a...
Nagpur’s Indora-Dighori Flyover Fiasco: A “Passing the Parcel” Blame Game
Nagpur: The ₹998 crore Indora-Dighori flyover project — once touted as a symbol of Nagpur’s modern infrastructure — has now become a symbol of bureaucratic failure and blame-shifting. What should have been a matter of careful planning has instead turned into...
Nagpur Rains: City Flooded After Heavy Downpour, Traffic Comes to a Standstill
Nagpur: A sudden spell of heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning on Tuesday evening left Nagpur waterlogged, disrupting traffic and creating flood-like conditions in several areas. With inadequate drainage systems, many major squares turned into ponds, and vehicular movement...
