Sadar Flyover Extension to LIC Square Finally Moves Ahead as Maha Metro Receives Design Bids

Nagpur: The much-delayed extension of the Sadar Flyover towards LIC Square has finally taken a concrete step forward. Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (Maha Metro), the executing agency, has received applications for Detailed Design Consultancy (DDC), paving the way for...

Adani Power Gets Approval for Gondkhairi Underground Coal Mine in Nagpur

In a major boost to Maharashtra’s energy sector, the Coal Controller Organisation under the Ministry of Coal has granted Adani Power Maharashtra Limited (APML) approval to open its Gondkhairi underground coal mine in Kalmeshwar tehsil, Nagpur district. The permission, issued...

Political War in Kamptee: Hoardings Target Congress After ‘Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod’ Campaign

Nagpur district’s Kamptee town has become the center of a heated political debate after a series of hoardings critical of the Congress party appeared in the city. The controversy began after Congress launched its “Vote Chor, Gaddi Chhod” (Vote thief, leave...

Nagpur News Today: Business Hub Project, Explosives Blast Aftermath, Ganpati Festivities & Crime Updates

Nagpur is buzzing with major developments in infrastructure, civic matters, festivals, and safety concerns this week. From the launch of a ₹6,500 crore “New Nagpur” business hub project to the tragic aftermath of an explosives factory blast, the city is...

Nagpur Celebrates Eco-Friendly Ganesh Festival with Active Public Participation

Nagpur: This year’s Ganesh festival in Nagpur was marked by strong public participation and a focus on eco-friendly celebrations, following the appeal of Municipal Commissioner and Administrator Dr. Abhijit Chaudhari under the campaign “Majha Bappa, Eco-Friendly.” The festival was celebrated...

Bawankule hails signing of agreement for ‘New Nagpur’ development project

Nagpur: In a major step towards transforming Nagpur into a modern urban hub, the State Revenue Minister and Guardian Minister of Nagpur, Chandrashekhar Bawankule, announced the signing of a landmark agreement for the New Nagpur development project. Expressing gratitude to Chief...

Nagpur Court Cracks Down on Underage Driving, Woman Fined ₹32,500

Nagpur: In a strong action under the Motor Vehicles Act, the Motor Vehicle Court in Nagpur has convicted Manisha Rinkesh Borkar for allowing a minor to drive her vehicle. Judicial Magistrate First Class (Motor Vehicle Court) M.D. Birhari imposed a...

130-Year-Old Wall Collapses in Nagpur, Cars Crushed

Nagpur:  A major incident occurred on Monday morning near Marwadi Colony in the Empress Mill area of Nagpur, when a 130-year-old boundary wall suddenly collapsed. At least five vehicles, including three cars parked nearby, were crushed under the debris. Fortunately,...

NMRDA, NBCC Join Hands to Build New Nagpur IBFC

Nagpur: The Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority (NMRDA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NBCC (India) Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, for the development of New Nagpur...

Nagpur: CPI Launches Mass Protest Against Smart Meters

Nagpur:  The Communist Party of India (CPI) District Council has launched a mass movement in Nagpur against the installation of smart meters. On Sunday, September 7, CPI workers gathered near Bangladesh Police Chowki in Kamgar Nagar and staged a strong...

Accused in POCSO Case Dies at Nagpur District Court, Sparks Debate on Judicial Delays

Nagpur: A shocking incident unfolded this afternoon at the Nagpur District Court premises when Mahajan, an accused in a POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) case, collapsed and died in the court’s washroom. Preliminary information suggests he suffered a sudden...

BJP MLA Sameer Meghe opposes proposed underground coal mining project in Dahegaon Gowari

Nagpur: BJP MLA from Hingna, Sameer Meghe, has raised strong objections to the proposed underground coal mining project at Dahegaon Gowari, to be undertaken by Ambuja Cement Limited, citing serious threats to the environment, agriculture, and the livelihood of local...

NMC to hear objections on draft ward structure for civic polls on Sept 9

Nagpur: The Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) will hold a public hearing on September 9 to address objections raised over the draft ward structure prepared for the upcoming civic elections. According to officials, 115 objections have been received from citizens, political representatives,...

Truck crushes biker to death at Manewada Square, Nagpur

Nagpur: A speeding truck crushed to death a motorcycle rider at Manewada Square in Nagpur on Saturday afternoon. The deceased, identified as Arun Kondba Gaikwad (65), a resident of Mahakali Nagar, Besa, died before he could receive treatment. According to police, at...

11-year-old girl electrocuted by streetlight pole near Nagpur

Nagpur: Festive spirit turned into tragedy in Kalmeshwar near Nagpur on Saturday evening when an 11-year-old girl was electrocuted after coming in contact with a live wire from a streetlight pole during Ganesh Visarjan. The victim has been identified as Sonali...

Inspired by TV crime show, young woman turns robber, lands in police net in Nagpur

Nagpur: In a chilling case of life imitating television crime dramas, a 28-year-old woman attempted to play out a “Crime Patrol” episode in real life, only to land in police custody within hours. The accused, identified as Sapna Mayur Mendhe, a...

Nagpur-Delhi Flight Schedule Revised: Air India Shifts to Morning Departure

Nagpur: Good news for Nagpur passengers traveling to Delhi. Air India has revised the schedule of its Nagpur-Delhi-Nagpur flight service. Starting September 16, the evening flight will now operate in the morning hours from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport.

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Clouds play spoilsport as Nagpurians miss rare Blood Moon eclipse

Nagpur: The highly awaited celestial spectacle of the Blood Moon total lunar eclipse on Sunday night turned out to be a major disappointment for skywatchers in Nagpur, as thick cloud cover shrouded the event from start to finish. For weeks, astronomy...

Nagpur Explosives Department Under Fire After Multiple Factory Blasts

Nagpur: Nagpur, home to the country’s largest explosives department, is once again under the spotlight after a series of blasts at local explosive manufacturing units raised fresh questions over safety standards and departmental accountability. Despite being the central hub where top...

From Nagpur to Bangladesh: Domestic Help Arrested After ₹21 Lakh Theft

Nagpur: The Crime Branch of Nagpur Police has arrested a man who allegedly stole valuables worth over ₹21 lakh from the house of a city resident after securing employment with a fake identity. The accused, initially introduced as Raj Chakraborty, was...