Nagpur slips to 27th rank in Swachh Survekshan 2024-25

Nagpur slips to 27th rank in Swachh Survekshan 2024-25

Nagpur: In a major setback to the city’s cleanliness mission, Nagpur has been ranked 27th among 40 cities with a population of over one million in the latest Swachh Survekshan 2024-25, results of which were announced by President Droupadi Murmu...

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Life-Term Prisoner Ends Life in Nagpur Jail; Used Elastic to Make Noose
By Nagpur Today On Wednesday, July 16th, 2025

Life-Term Prisoner Ends Life in Nagpur Jail; Used Elastic to Make Noose

Nagpur: A wave of panic gripped the Nagpur Central Jail on Tuesday morning after a 54-year-old inmate serving a life sentence died by suicide. The deceased has been identified as Tulsiram Shende, a resident of Gondia district, who was convicted...

Nagpur Weather: Showers to Continue Till July 21, Relief from Humidity Ahead
By Nagpur Today On Wednesday, July 16th, 2025

Nagpur Weather: Showers to Continue Till July 21, Relief from Humidity Ahead

Nagpur: After days of humid and uncomfortable weather, residents of Nagpur can look forward to some relief, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting active monsoon conditions over the next few days. The city is expected to witness fairly widespread...

Fire Averted on Nandigram Express at Pimpalkhuti Station Thanks to Alert Railway Staff
By Nagpur Today On Tuesday, July 15th, 2025

Fire Averted on Nandigram Express at Pimpalkhuti Station Thanks to Alert Railway Staff

Nagpur: A major train accident was narrowly averted on Monday morning at Pimpalkhuti Station, under the Nagpur Division of Central Railway, thanks to the alertness and swift action of railway staff. The incident occurred at around 9:23 AM when the Nandigram...

‘खाइए, मगर सोच समझकर’: Your samosa, jalebi may soon come with a health warning!
By Nagpur Today On Monday, July 14th, 2025

‘खाइए, मगर सोच समझकर’: Your samosa, jalebi may soon come with a health warning!

Nagpur: That crispy samosa and golden jalebi you love might soon come with a side of reality check. In a health-conscious twist to India’s snack culture, the Union Health Ministry has ordered central institutions including AIIMS Nagpur to install “oil...

Nagpur riot mastermind Fahim Khan granted bail
By Nagpur Today On Saturday, July 12th, 2025

Nagpur riot mastermind Fahim Khan granted bail

Nagpur: Fahim Khan, identified by authorities as the alleged mastermind behind the March 17 Nagpur riots, was granted bail by the Sessions Court on Friday. The court cited parity with co-accused individuals and the current stage of the ongoing investigation...

Video: Three Young Women Steal Moped from DMart Parking Lot, Caught on CCTV
By Nagpur Today On Thursday, July 10th, 2025

Video: Three Young Women Steal Moped from DMart Parking Lot, Caught on CCTV

Nagpur |: In a surprising turn of events, three young women were caught on CCTV stealing a moped from the parking lot of DMart in the Nandanvan area of Nagpur. The incident has raised...

Nagpur Rains: One Dead, One Missing, 71 Villages Cut Off Amid Torrential Downpour
By Nagpur Today On Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

Nagpur Rains: One Dead, One Missing, 71 Villages Cut Off Amid Torrential Downpour

Nagpur  – At least one person has died and another remains missing as torrential rains continue to lash Nagpur district, leaving 71 villages cut off and several roads submerged, officials said on Wednesday. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Nagpur...

Heavy Rains Lash Nagpur and Vidarbha, Casualties Reported in Gadchiroli and Gondia
By Nagpur Today On Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

Heavy Rains Lash Nagpur and Vidarbha, Casualties Reported in Gadchiroli and Gondia

Nagpur: The Vidarbha region witnessed intense rainfall over the past 24 hours, with several districts recording significant downpours. Nagpur district received 77.9 mm of rainfall, while Bhandara and Gondia reported the highest—114.5 mm and 116.4 mm, respectively. Casualties Reported Tragic incidents were...

Do You Know What Speed They’re Driving At?
By Nagpur Today On Tuesday, July 8th, 2025

Do You Know What Speed They’re Driving At?

Nagpur: Shocking findings from a recent city survey reveal that even during peak traffic hours—between 9 to 11 AM and 5 to 8 PM—two-wheelers in Nagpur are speeding at up to 75 km/h, while cars reach 60 km/h, posing serious...

Power Workers in Nagpur and Across Maharashtra to Strike on July 9 Against Adani, Torrent Licensing Push
By Nagpur Today On Monday, July 7th, 2025

Power Workers in Nagpur and Across Maharashtra to Strike on July 9 Against Adani, Torrent Licensing Push

Nagpur – Power sector employees across Nagpur and Maharashtra have announced a statewide strike on July 9, opposing the state government’s parallel electricity licensing policy, which could allow private companies like Adani Power and Torrent Power to enter the public power...

HC admits petition over ‘illegal’ fee hike by Sandipani School, Nagpur; notices issued
By Nagpur Today On Friday, July 4th, 2025

HC admits petition over ‘illegal’ fee hike by Sandipani School, Nagpur; notices issued

Gavel and Themis statue in the court library. Nagpur: The Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court has admitted a Writ Petition challenging the alleged arbitrary and illegal fee hike imposed by Sandipani School, Hazari Pahad Campus, Nagpur, for the...

Get ready to pay more for Uber, Ola during peak hours
By Nagpur Today On Thursday, July 3rd, 2025

Get ready to pay more for Uber, Ola during peak hours

The road transport ministry has allowed cab aggregators to charge up to two times the base fare during peak hours, as against 1.5 times earlier, while for non-peak hours the fare has to be a minimum of 50 per cent...

Online property tax payment gains popularity among Nagpurians
By Nagpur Today On Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025

Online property tax payment gains popularity among Nagpurians

Nagpur: Encouraged by user-friendly digital platforms and attractive rebates, a growing number of Nagpur residents have opted for online property tax payment this year. According to figures released by the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC), the civic body collected a total...

Reliance Defence to set up Nagpur’s first military aircraft MRO at MIHAN-SEZ
By Nagpur Today On Tuesday, July 1st, 2025

Reliance Defence to set up Nagpur’s first military aircraft MRO at MIHAN-SEZ

Nagpur: In a major boost to Nagpur's growing aerospace and defence ecosystem, Anil Ambani-led Reliance Defence Limited on Monday announced plans to set up the city’s first Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility for military aircraft and equipment at MIHAN-SEZ. The...

Commercial LPG price cut by Rs 58.50 from July 1, to cost Rs 1840 in Nagpur
By Nagpur Today On Tuesday, July 1st, 2025

Commercial LPG price cut by Rs 58.50 from July 1, to cost Rs 1840 in Nagpur

Nagpur: In a welcome move for small businesses and the hospitality sector, oil marketing companies have once again reduced the price of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders -- this time by Rs 58.50, effective from July 1. The new retail price...

No Loan Waiver for Farmhouse or Mercedes Owners: Bawankule Clarifies Policy for Needy Farmers Only
By Nagpur Today On Saturday, June 28th, 2025

No Loan Waiver for Farmhouse or Mercedes Owners: Bawankule Clarifies Policy for Needy Farmers Only

Amravati: Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has made it clear that the state government will offer farm loan waivers only to genuinely needy farmers—not to those living a luxurious lifestyle. Speaking at an event in Kaudanyapur, Amravati, Bawankule stated that...

RSS Demands Removal of ‘Socialist’, ‘Secular’ from Constitution Preamble
By Nagpur Today On Thursday, June 26th, 2025

RSS Demands Removal of ‘Socialist’, ‘Secular’ from Constitution Preamble

New Delhi: RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on Thursday strongly criticized the Congress party for the imposition of the Emergency in 1975 and demanded a formal apology from its leadership. Speaking at an event marking 50 years since the Emergency was...

Rain batters Nagpur, NMC’s Fire Brigade swamped with emergency calls
By Nagpur Today On Thursday, June 26th, 2025

Rain batters Nagpur, NMC’s Fire Brigade swamped with emergency calls

Nagpur: The city of Nagpur witnessed relentless rainfall from the morning of June 25 till late in the night, triggering several incidents of tree collapses and waterlogging, particularly in low-lying areas. The situation kept the Fire Brigade of the Nagpur...

BoI declares Nagpur’s Abhishek Jaiswal, Manoj Kumar Jaiswal as wilful defaulters in Rs 100 crore loan case
By Nagpur Today On Wednesday, June 25th, 2025

BoI declares Nagpur’s Abhishek Jaiswal, Manoj Kumar Jaiswal as wilful defaulters in Rs 100 crore loan case

Nagpur/Ranchi: In a major development, the Ranchi branch of Bank of India has officially declared Abhishek Jaiswal and Manoj Kumar Jaiswal, both former Directors of Nagpur-based Abhijeet Infrastructure Limited, as wilful defaulters in connection with a massive loan default of...

Army orders 450 Nagastra-1 suicide drones from Nagpur’s Solar Industries
By Nagpur Today On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

Army orders 450 Nagastra-1 suicide drones from Nagpur’s Solar Industries

Nagpur: The Indian Army has placed an order for 450 Nagastra 1R loitering munitions, commonly described as suicide drones with Nagpur-based Solar Industries, marking a notable step in India's move towards indigenously-produced military technology, as reported by media. The order was...