Eye in the sky: Now, hi-tech drones to tackle sand mafia in Nagpur region
Nagpur: Taking a significant step toward curbing illegal sand and minor mineral extraction, the Nagpur administration has introduced drone surveillance to monitor sand ghats and quarries. The initiative follows strict directives from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to crack down on...
Nagpurians, take note: Now, parking on footpaths could cost you dear!
Nagpur: Taking note of encroachments on footpaths and critical observation by Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court, the City Police are set to launch ‘Footpath Freedom’, with a view to handover the public space back to pedestrians. Due to shortage of...
Get-together of MIRPM & DHRM students held at Tirpude College of Social Work
Nagpur: A get –together for MIRPM & DHRM students of Tirpude College of Social Work Nagpur was held recently in the college premises. Vanita Tirpude, a noted Social Worker and Working President of Yugantar Education Society, was chief guest for...
Sea of devotion at Nagpur’s Tekdi Ganesh Temple on Til Chaturthi for blessings
Nagpur: The holy occasion of Til Chaturthi on Friday, January 17, saw thousands of devotees thronging the iconic Tekdi Ganesh Temple in Nagpur, seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesh. Known as the foremost among the Ashtavinayak of Vidarbha, the temple...
Nagpur Psychiatrist Accused of Sexual Harassment: Fourth Case Registered Against Him
Nagpur:Shocking allegations of sexual exploitation under the guise of treatment have surfaced against a psychiatrist in Nagpur. The accused, a 47-year-old, is now facing his fourth sexual harassment case, creating a stir in the city. The psychiatrist, who operated a mental...
Thousands Gather at Adasa Temple for Til Chaturthi: Devotees Line Up from 4 AM
Nagpur:Devotees thronged the famous Shri Shami Vighnesh Ganesh Temple in Adasa, under the jurisdiction of Saoner Police Station, to seek blessings on the auspicious occasion of Til Chaturthi. Long queues of devotees were seen forming as early as 4 AM....
Maharashtra to set up Innovation City on lines of GIFT City: CM Fadnavis
Mumbai: In a move aimed at strengthening Maharashtra's position as a leader in India's start-up ecosystem, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced plans to develop an "Innovation City" in the State modelled on Gujarat’s GIFT City. Speaking at a forum on start-ups...
Driver killed as Nagpur-bound luxury bus rams truck on Samruddhi Mahamarg
Nagpur: A tragic accident occurred on the Nagpur-Mumbai Samruddhi Mahamarg early Wednesday morning, claiming the life of a bus driver and leaving over a dozen passengers injured. The mishap happened near Ashta village in Amravati district around 5 a.m. when...
Khasdar Krida Mahotsav : Dara Sngh is ‘Champion of Champions’
Nagpur: Dara Singh Handa retained his title by becoming ‘Champion of Champions’ in the Arm Wrestling competition of the Khasdar Krida Mahotsav on Wednesday. Dara Singh, who had also won the title last year, made it two-in-two years at the...
Is Nagpur emerging den of drug trafficking? Facts & figures reveal alarming trends!
Nagpur: The Second Capital of Maharashtra has increasingly become a hub for drug trafficking, with law enforcement seizing drugs worth nearly ₹3 crore in the past year. This includes ₹2.67 crore worth of MD (Mephedrone) powder, signalling a growing preference...
यात्रीगण कृपया ध्यान दें: Your Nagpur Railway Station has turned 100!!
Nagpur: Nestled at the heart of India, Nagpur Railway Station stands as a monumental blend of history, architecture, and strategic importance. Marking its centenary on January 15, 2025, the station remains a vital node on the New Delhi–Chennai Grand Trunk...
Thyroid Awareness Month: Spot Symptoms, Seek Solutions
Understanding Thyroid Diseases The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of the neck, responsible for producing hormones that regulate various bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, and energy levels. Thyroid diseases are common and can range from mild to...
HC pulls up NMC for unauthorised hoardings on city footpaths
Nagpur: The Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court on Wednesday slammed the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) for allowing encroachment by hoardings on footpaths in the city. The court directed the civic body that the use of public spaces for commercial...
Illegal parking business thrives in Nagpur’s residential areas; NMC nexus at play?
Nagpur: In residential areas like Chhatrapati Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Dhantoli, and Ramdaspeth, an illegal parking business is reportedly flourishing under the guise of Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) authorization. An investigation by Nagpur Today sheds light on the illegal operations in...
Accused acquitted in assault on MSEDCL employee case in Nagpur
Nagpur: The Nagpur District and Sessions Court on Wednesday acquitted the accused in the case of assault and using criminal force to deter MSEDCL Mouda employees from discharging their official duty. A complaint was lodged with Mouda Police Station by Smita...
Maharashtra defends Ladki Bahin scheme in HC, dismisses financial burden claims
Nagpur: The Maharashtra Government on Tuesday strongly defended its flagship welfare initiatives, including the Ladki Bahin Yojana, asserting that these schemes are essential for addressing socio-economic challenges and do not place an undue burden on the state's finances. In an affidavit...
Global experts to gather in Nagpur for MIDAS Liver Meeting 2025 on January 18-19
Nagpur: Nagpur is set to host a prestigious international medical conference, the MIDAS Liver Meeting 2025 - Mid Term INASL Meet on Portal Hypertension. Organized by Midas Hospital in collaboration with the API Vidarbha Chapter and the Indian National Association...
Khasdar Krida Mahotsav: Vaibhav, Nageshwari race to 100m golds
Nagpur: Vaibhav Gawli and Nageshwari Vadapalli won gold medals in 100-metre during the athletics competition of Khasdar Krida Mahotsav at Divisional Sports Complex’s synthetic track in Mankapur in Nagpur. Vaibhav of Khelo India Centre won the men’s 100m race in 10.80...
Businessman robbed of Rs 1.50 lakh at knife-point in Nagpur
Nagpur: A businessman was robbed of Rs 1.5 lakh in Indra Colony area of Jaripatka Police Station. The incident happened around 9.30 pm when the victim Ghanshyam Waswani (55), was returning home from his shop, Metro Sales, when the robbers...
Big boost: Nagpur to host 10th campus of National Forensic Science University
Nagpur: The Second Capital of Maharashtra is poised to add another prestigious institution to its academic roster with the upcoming campus of the National Forensic Science University (NFSU), marking the university’s 10th campus across India. Already home to esteemed institutes...
Nagpur’s Solar Group unveils indigenous counter-drone micro-missile system
Nagpur: In a significant technological leap, the Nagpur-based Solar Group, through its subsidiary Economic Explosives Ltd. (EEL), has successfully test-fired its innovative counter-drone micro-missile system, ‘Bhargavastra.’ Designed and developed indigenously, this guided micro-missile offers a cost-effective, multi-layer defence solution against...
