22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on September 17
FDA Flags Medicine Quality at Nagpur Hospitals, Paracetamol and BP Drug Withdrawn
Two major government hospitals in Nagpur have recalled two medicines after the samples sent for quality check tested negative from Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The medicines including paracetamol and a drug to control high blood pressure were supplied to
Woman Rams Speeding SUV Into 7 People In Nagpur, Cops Suspect Drunk Driving
According to the police, the woman first crashed her car into another SUV and hit its driver - Balu Kulmethe - who was getting out of his vehicle with his young daughter.
Paracetamol, blood pressure medicine fail quality test at Nagpur government hospitals
Nagpur's two major government hospitals are facing questions over the quality of medicines supplied for patient use. Paracetamol and a blood pressure medicine sent to Government Medical College and Hospital and Indira Gandhi Medical College...
Maha faces severe dry spell as 83 talukas in 19 districts received no rain for over 20 days
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 16 (IANS) With the monsoon taking a prolonged break, Kharif crops across Maharashtra are facing a severe crisis, pushing several districts to the brink of drought. During Tuesday's Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and several ministers expressed deep concern over the situation. Although no immediate relief package was announced, CM Fadnavis instructed state administrative machinery to stay on high alert. Following Cabinet discussion, the government clarified that a formal drought declaration cannot be made immediately. Under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) guidelines and Central Drought Management norms, official crop-damage surveys (Panchnamas) and ground verification must be conducted after October 5 to qualify for financial relief. Premature surveys would risk disqualifying farmers from central aid packages. Conducting assessments before that date would disqualify the affected farmers from official relief aid and result in an inaccurate estimation of damage. The government is currently preparing a comprehensive list of relief measures for farmers, and officials have been urged to coordinate effectively. This was stated by the agriculture department in its presentation, government sources have said. The Cabinet reviewed regional reports indicating severe dry spells (ranging from 20 to over 40 days) across 18-19 districts, with Marathwada, Vidarbha, and Western Maharashtra being the hardest hit. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule and the CM instructed all District Collectors and field administration to remain on high alert and prepare preliminary relief proposals. The local administration across affected districts (especially in Marathwada) has been ordered to prioritise and reserve existing dam storage strictly for drinking water purposes to prevent potential urban and rural water crises. While waiting for the official October 5 survey window, the government is drafting emergency relief lists, evaluating fodder supply availability for livestock, and instructing agricultural departments to guide farmers on protective irrigation for the surviving Kharif crops. According to the compilation made by the state agriculture department on region-wise crop status, in Beed, 37.21 per cent of the sown area has been damaged; in Jalna, 27.83 per cent; and 7.06 per cent in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. In Latur, Dharashiv, and Parbhani, soybean, green gram (moong), black gram (udid), and cotton crops on light soils are drying up. A widespread outbreak of the Yellow Mosaic virus on soybean crops has also been detected. Long dry spells across rain-fed tracts of Solapur, Satara, Sangli, and Ahilyanagar from Western Maharashtra have put severe stress on moong, udid, soybean, maize, and bajra crops. Yields in these regions are expected to drop by 20 to 25 per cent. In the Vidarbha region, Soybean and cotton crops face significant risk. Several talukas in Amravati, Akola, Buldhana, and Washim have reported a 2 to 3-week spell without rain. Soybeans on light soil have withered; farmers with irrigation facilities are using protective watering to save crops. Paddy transplantation has been delayed in parts of Nagpur, Chandrapur, and Gadchiroli due to deficient rainfall. In North Maharashtra, Nandurbar and select talukas of Nashik, the lack of rain has stunted the growth of maize, cotton, and other crops. However, recent rains in parts of Dhule and Jalgaon have brought partial relief to Kharif crops. Nandurbar has received only 46.6 per cent of its normal rainfall. Severe rainfall deficits are reported in Solapur, Kolhapur, Beed, Latur, Dharashiv, Parbhani, Hingoli, Akola, Washim, Amravati, Wardha, Nagpur, and Chandrapur. Meanwhile, opposition leaders -- including Vijay Wadettiwar and Solapur MP Praniti Shinde from the Congress, and the Shiv Sena(UBT) leaders -- have demanded the immediate declaration of drought in the affected districts. They highlighted that 19 districts and over 83 tehsils face severe rainfall deficits and looming fodder and water shortages. The opposition has urged the state government to issue an immediate emergency relief package, waive crop loans, and set up fodder camps and tanker water supply without waiting for formal post-monsoon timelines. Mahayuti coalition leaders, including NCP MLA Dhananjay Munde, have also written to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis requesting a drought declaration for the hard-hit Marathwada region.
Jobseekers computer course for SC/ST shifted out of Nagpur midway
Nationwide Alert After Pakistan-Made Beauty Creams Linked To Kidney Problems
India's Health Ministry has red-flagged Pakistan-manufactured fairness creams following reports of kidney ailments among women in Nagpur. Authorities say the products entered the country through illegal channels and are now under nationwide scrutiny.
Two 13-year-old boys drown during immersion in Nagpur
The incident took place when local women gathered at the lake for the immersion rituals of Goddess Hartalika (Gaurai) idols. A group of local children accompanied the adults and entered the water body as the ceremony got underway
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22, 24 carat Gold prices down across other cities on September 15
4 Nagpur youths rescued from jaws of death at Kukdi Khapa waterfall
Nagpur Shelter Home Reunites Lost Nepal Man With Family
Solar Industries buys South Africas Omnia in $1.3 billion deal
Nagpur-based Solar Industries is acquiring South Africa's Omnia Holdings for $1.3 billion. This significant outbound deal aims to create an integrated global blasting platform. The acquisition includes Omnia's commercial explosives and crop nutrition businesses. Solar Industries currently manufactures explosives for defense and industrial applications.
Over 70 passports under scanner, MP STF widens fake passport probe
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 14 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has widened its probe into a suspected fake passport racket, with more than 70 passports under scrutiny and four persons arrested so far. The investigation has spread to Bhopal, Gwalior, Betul, Chhindwara and Pandhurna, where investigators are examining passport applications, addresses and documents allegedly used to obtain the travel documents. STF Deputy Inspector General Rahul Lodha on Monday told IANS that the agency was also examining a passport of an accused arrested in Nagpur, which was found to have been issued in Gujarat. So far, a total of 70 passports are under investigation in connection with the fake passport case. We have also included another passport of an accused arrested from Nagpur, which was found to have been issued in Gujarat. The investigation is still underway, Lodha said. The four arrested accused are from the Northeast, including Assam, and their identities and other details are being verified, he said. The investigation has revealed that several passport applications were allegedly made using the same or suspicious addresses, raising the possibility of an organised network. In Madhya Pradesh, fake passports have been issued from four to five districts. In Gwalior, 17 passports were fraudulently applied for from the same location in Semariya Tal area of Dabra. In Bhopal, 40 passports were issued using an address in Anna Nagar, Lodha said. The STF is examining the Bhopal cases in which 40 passports were allegedly issued using the address of a math in Anna Nagar under the Govindpura police station area. Investigators are verifying the documents and addresses submitted with the applications to establish how the passports were obtained and whether local facilitators or agents were involved. The STF is also examining the suspected inter-state links of the network and checking whether the passports under scrutiny are connected. The officer also shared that further action, including arrests, would follow if the ongoing investigation establishes the involvement of more persons or uncovers additional fraudulent passport applications. The probe is being extended to other locations to determine the full extent of the suspected racket, he added.
Tax rebate on short-term gains under dispute? ITAT gives taxpayer relief in a fresh ruling
The Nagpur ITAT has upheld a 23,494 Section 87A rebate claimed by a taxpayer on short-term capital gains under Section 111A. The tribunal rejected the Income Tax Departments challenge, finding no express bar on the rebate for STCG under the law applicable to AY 2025-26.
Operation Gadol 4th anniversary commemorated
The Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police jointly commemorated the fourth anniversary of Operation Gadol, the September 2023 counter-terrorism operation in the Gadol forests of Kokernag in south Kashmirs Anantnag district, with a wreath-laying ceremony and a Chinar plantation drive at the 19 Rashtriya Rifles Battalion Headquarters in Larkipora. The ceremony was held in remembrance of the four personnel who laid down their lives during the operation Colonel Manpreet Singh, KC (P), SM; Major Aashish Dhonchak, SC (P), SM; DSP Humayun Muzzammil Bhat, KC (P); and Sepoy Pardeep Singh, SC (P). Officials said their courage, leadership and devotion to duty continue to inspire both the security forces and the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The event was attended by SSP Anantnag Amod Ashok Nagpure and Commanding Officer of 19 Rashtriya Rifles Colonel Rohit Rattan, along with officers and other ranks of the Army and J&K Police. Floral tributes were paid to the four martyrs during the wreath-laying. Officials described the commemoration as a reaffirmation that the sacrifices of September 2023 have not faded from institutional memory. The ceremony served as a solemn reaffirmation that the sacrifices made during the operation continue to be remembered with the deepest respect and gratitude, officials said. As a lasting tribute, four Chinar saplings were planted near the main gate of the battalion headquarters, now known as Colonel Manpreet Singh Dwar. Officials said the four trees stand together as a living memorial to all four fallen personnel. The Chinar, closely tied to the landscape and heritage of Jammu and Kashmir, was chosen for its association with strength, resilience, longevity and continuity across generations. The Chinar Corps, in a separate statement, said it stood in solemn remembrance of its fallen heroes. Their sacrifice shall never be forgotten, their legacy shall never fade, and their courage shall continue to inspire all who serve the nation, the statement said. Operation Gadol was launched in mid-September 2023 after specific intelligence on the presence of terrorists in the densely forested higher reaches around Gadol in Kokernag. A joint column of 19 Rashtriya Rifles and J&K Police, led from the front by the battalions commanding officer, established contact in difficult, cliff-and-forest terrain. In the opening burst of fire from a well-concealed position, Colonel Manpreet Singh, Major Aashish Dhonchak, DSP Humayun Muzzammil Bhat and Sepoy Pardeep Singh were fatally hit. Colonel Singh, of the Sikh Light Infantry and then commanding 19 RR, was a Sena Medal awardee who had earlier declined a peace-station posting to remain with the battalion in south Anantnag. DSP Bhat, from the Police Special Operations Group and the son of a retired senior police officer, was a young father. All four were later decorated posthumously Colonel Singh and DSP Bhat with the Kirti Chakra, and Major Dhonchak and Sepoy Pardeep Singh with the Shaurya Chakra among the rare instances of two Kirti Chakras and two Shaurya Chakras arising from a single operation.
24-yr-old ends lifein Nagpur Mental Hospital bathroom
MPSC task force to visit Nagpur on Sept 16, div comm holds meet
Ganeshotsav 2026: Bappa idols get their final touches ahead of festivities in Nagpur
Telangana minister confirms Nagpur-Warangal-Vijayawada highway will open by end of 2027
Nagpur residents hold silent protest against high-decibel noise
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Nagpur Man Kills Daughter-In-Law With Axe Over Black Magic Suspicion: Cops
The 72-year-old father-in-law then jumped into a well located behind the house, police said, adding that he was saved and is undergoing treatment at the Medical Hospital.
ADGP Armed Nitish Kumar Visits APC Mattan, Reviews Facilities ,Welfare Measures
Srinagar : Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) Armed, J&K, Nitish Kumar, IPS, accompanied by DIG Armed, Kashmir Range, Maqsood-ul-Zaman, IPS, visited the Armed Police Complex (APC) Mattan in Anantnag and reviewed the administrative, welfare and training facilities available for police personnel. On his arrival, the ADGP was accorded a Guard of Honour by contingents of the 17 JKAP IR Battalion. He also paid homage to police martyrs at the Martyrs Gallery, honouring their sacrifice and service to the nation. During the visit, Kumar inspected various facilities at APC Mattan, including administrative blocks, barracks, MT and equipment stores and the gymnasium. He took stock of the facilities and welfare measures being provided to the personnel. A Joint Darbar of personnel from the 10, 11 and 17 JKAP IR Battalions was also held during the visit. The ADGP interacted with the personnel, heard their grievances and issued directions for the prompt redressal of genuine issues. He underlined that personnel welfare, morale and a conducive working environment remain key priorities. The ADGP also inaugurated several newly established facilities at APC Mattan, stressing the importance of continuous professional development and capacity building. Addressing the personnel, Kumar called for further strengthening of training programmes, with emphasis on physical fitness, mental well-being, discipline and operational preparedness. He encouraged personnel to participate regularly in sports and physical activities at unit and company levels. He also advised police personnel to stay away from drugs, excessive online gambling and other harmful habits, urging them to adopt healthy, disciplined and constructive lifestyles. As part of the visit, the ADGP participated in a tree plantation drive at the APC premises, planting Deodar and Chinar saplings. The initiative highlighted the importance of environmental conservation and creating a greener and sustainable environment. The ADGP further directed all Commanding Officers to meet the families of martyrs and retired police personnel at least twice a month, listen to their concerns and ensure timely redressal of genuine issues. DIG SKR Anantnag Javid Iqbal Matoo, SSP Anantnag Amod Ashok Nagpuri , SSP SO to ADGP Armed J&K Dalip Kumar, SSP/CO 10 JKAP IR Mohd Majid Malik, SP/I/C CO 17 JKAP IR Zahid Samoon, SP/I/C CO 11 JKAP IR Rahil Marchal, and DySP (S) and Private Secretary to ADGP Armed Syed Sajad Hussain, besides other officers, were present on the occasion.
Indigo flight to Hyd develops glitch, flies back to Nagpur
AIIMS Nagpur hosts national conference on patient safety
Nagpur police allow adult unmarried couples in hotels, but tighten entry rules
On Camera, Man Throws Chilli Powder At Staff, Robs Bank In Nagpur
The accused, identified as Suraj Borker, entered the bank in the evening and began throwing chilli powder at the unsuspecting bank employees.
Nagpur-Warangal highway will be completed by December 2027: Komatireddy
AIIMS Nagpur Project Technical Support I Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Nagpur (AIIMS Nagpur) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for Project Technical Support-I post. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced under this recruitment drive. The online application process will be conducted up to 27 September 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.
Mancherial-Warangal Expressway to open by Dec 27: Minister
Hyderabad: The Nagpur-Warangal-Vijayawada Greenfield Highway, widely known as the Mancherial-Warangal Expressway, will open to the public by December 2027, Roads and Buildings Minister Komtireddy Venkat Reddy informed the Telangana Assembly on Saturday, September 12. The Maharashtra, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Greenfield Highway is a 310 km long four-lane project, covering 280 kilometer of the state. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
310 km long NagpurWarangal-Vijayawada highway to be completed by December 2027: Komatireddy
Telangana Roads and Buildings Minister says almost all land acquisition issues have been resolved
Nagpur turns festive as centuries-old Marbat tradition unfolds with grandeur
Kids Take Centrestage As Nagpur Celebrates Tanha Pola
Aapli Bus To Connect Devotees To Nagpurs Prominent Ganesh Mandals
Marbat Festival Symbolises Nagpurs Tradition Of Burning Away Peoples Woes: Fadnavis
Nagpur to get new district court complex with modern facilities
A daytime robbery at a State Bank of India (SBI) branch in Nagpur's Sakkardara police station area turned chaotic after a masked man allegedly threw chilli powder at bank employees and fled with a bag containing Rs 4.53 lakh in cash. CCTV footage of the incident has now surfaced, showing the accused entering the bank with his face covered and attacking the employees with chilli powder.
IIM Nagpur Assistant Programme Administrator Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM Nagpur) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Assistant Programme Administrator post. Eligible candidates can apply online up to 25-09-2026. The detailed notification and online application details are available on the official website.
Nagpur bank robbery: Man throws chilli powder at staff, flees with cash; watch
DRI seizes gold worth Rs 3 crore at Mumbai airport, four arrested
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 11 (IANS) In continuation of its operation against smuggling of precious metals, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized gold dust worth over Rs five crore and arrested four people, including two staffers, from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai, officials said on Friday. An official statement said that 3.5 kg of gold dust worth Rs 5.5 crore has been seized by the DRI, leading to the arrest of four people, including two staffers at the airport and two transit passengers. According to officials, the accused were allegedly part of an international gold smuggling syndicate operating through the airport in Mumbai. In a similar operation last month, the DRI seized gold worth over Rs three crore from a train passenger at Nagpur in Maharashtra. Upon receiving a tip-off that gold, smuggled across the India-Bangladesh border, was being transported further by train, a DRI Nagpur team conducted an operation at Nagpur Railway Station and detained a passenger. An official statement said that the passenger was arrested with 2.165 kg of gold. The estimated value of the seized gold is reported to be Rs 3.09 crore. According to the intelligence received, the gold had been smuggled into India via the India-Bangladesh border. DRI officials subsequently learned that the gold was to be transported to its next destination by an individual travelling on the 12102 Dnyaneshwari Express. Acting on this information, DRI Nagpur officials laid a trap at Nagpur Railway Station. The passenger was searched upon his arrival at the station, during which the concealed gold was discovered. Officials seized 16 gold bars from the accused passenger. The DRI recently conducted six significant operations in different locations across the country, resulting in the seizure of two leopard pelts, 180 live Indian Star Tortoises, 12 live Tokay Geckos, around 24 kg of pangolin scales and 500 grams of tiger bones. At least 13 persons were arrested across these six operations. DRI officers intercepted a person in Jeypore, Koraput district, Odisha, and recovered one leopard pelt from his possession. The leopard pelt and the apprehended person were handed over to the State Forest Department, Koraput, for further investigation and legal action under the Act.
Eight Killed in Road Accident in Maharashtra's Bhandara District
The victims were coming to Nagpur from Chhattisgarh capital Raipur via National Highway 53, he added.
Three children among eight killed in truck-SUV crash in Maharashtras Bhandara
Eight individuals, including three children, died in a tragic accident early Friday. The collision involved a Bolero SUV and an Eicher truck near Manegaon. This unfortunate incident occurred around 4 am in Maharashtra's Bhandara district. The victims were traveling from Raipur, Chhattisgarh, towards Nagpur on National Highway 53. Police officials confirmed the fatalities at the accident scene.
Nagpur Rural police first in Maha to use new anti-drug detention powers
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on September 10
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 10 (IANS) In a massive exercise to clean up Maharashtras voter database, the Election Commissions ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive has uncovered data discrepancies and technical anomalies in the enumeration forms of over 1.22 crore voters currently listed in the states draft electoral roll. Electoral authorities have initiated the issuance of formal notices to all affected individuals, requiring them to submit valid documentary proof to confirm their voter status. Concurrently, to prevent partisan misuse and safeguard against targeted mass deletions, State Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) S. Chockalingam has issued strict administrative directives barring any objections filed by individuals residing outside the targeted Assembly Constituency. Authorities have issued formal notices to all affected individuals, requiring them to submit supporting documentary proof to validate their status. Prior to the launch of the SIR drive, Maharashtras registered voter base stood at 9,78,54,049. Following field verification of enumeration forms, the Election Commission published the draft electoral roll on August 31, retaining 7,71,65,562 voters -- representing 78.86 per cent of the original total. Demographic breakdown of the retained electorate includes male voters: 3,95,89,905; female voters: 3,75,72,570; transgender voters: 3,087; and total retained: 7,71,65,562. Nearly 2,06,88,487 voters (21.14 per cent of the previous roll) were excluded from the draft list. Major factors behind the deletions include the removal of approximately 34 lakh deceased voters and 17 lakh duplicate entries spread across multiple constituencies. Of the 7.71 crore voters retained in the draft list, technical discrepancies were flagged in the enumeration records of 1,22,24,000 individuals, comprising inconsistent relative information for 62,48,281 voters and unmapped relatives for 59,75,626 voters. More than 1,00,000 data discrepancies were flagged per constituency in key areas including Malad, Dharavi, Panvel, Ovala-Majiwada, Kalyan Rural, Khadakwasla, Chinchwad, Hadapsar, Solapur South, Nagpur East, Nagpur West, Nagpur North, Hingna, and Badnera. Sources within the Election Commission confirmed that notices have been served to these individuals, and their voter status will only be confirmed upon the verification of additional evidence. Taking serious note of concerns raised by political parties regarding targeted mass objections aimed at deleting voters belonging to specific communities, the election machinery has introduced strict procedural safeguards. Following reports from Jharkhand where systematic mass applications were submitted by party representatives to drop specific names, the State CEO has directed the Mumbai Municipal Commissioner and all District Collectors to exercise extreme caution while processing claims and objections. Voters currently on the draft list have already undergone basic residential verification and are deemed eligible. While Form-7 remains available to challenge or request removal of an entry, objections will be accepted only from registered voters residing within the same Assembly constituency. Any individual raising an objection must submit valid proof of the challenged voter's ineligibility along with the application. The challenged voter must be granted a formal opportunity to appear at a hearing and present supporting evidence before any final decision is made, the sources said.
AIIMS-Nagpur to host natl meet from Sept 11
MPSC paper leak: Protest in Nagpur, aspirants demand high-level probe, commission chairmans ouster
Targeting RSS headquarters will not be accepted, says Maha Minister Bawankule
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Wednesday warned the Congress that targeting the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) will not be accepted. He claimed that the RSS is working for nation-building and the integrity of the country. The government will under no circumstances tolerate a protest march targeted at the RSS land or headquarters. Expressing strong indignation over the protest march organised by Congress toward the RSS office, Minister Bawankule launched a scathing attack on the grand old party for politicising the national song 'Vande Mataram'. He dared the Congress to march on the BJP office if it has the courage. He clarified that if the Opposition wishes to agitate against the state government, they should direct their marches to official premises such as the District Collectorate, Police Commissionerate, Guardian Minister's Office, Chief Minister's Office or Ramgiri. Minister Bawankule has hit out at Congress over its stance on 'Vande Mataram', saying that the anthem reinforces India's culture, values, and glorious heritage globally. Insulting 'Vande Mataram', the Minister alleged, amounts to Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and their entire party insulting the nation itself. Asserting that the public would demand answers for this stance by the Congress in the 2029 general elections, Minister Bawankule adopted an aggressive tone, saying that anyone living in India must respect and sing 'Vande Mataram'. Addressing the distress caused by the rainfall deficit in the state, which has severely impacted crops like soybean and cotton, Minister Bawankule noted widespread concern among farmers. Rainfall across several regionsincluding Marathwada, Vidarbha, and North Maharashtrastands at around 65 per cent, leaving a 35 per cent deficit. He appealed directly to the farming community not to lose hope or resort to extreme measures like suicide. The Minister announced that the state government has taken a strict stance regarding the misuse of government land allotted to gymkhanas in Mumbai, Nagpur, and other parts of Maharashtra. Land granted for specific recreational or athletic purposes must be used strictly for those reasons, he said. However, inspections have revealed widespread violations of lease terms and conditions. Surveys have been conducted across gymkhanas state-wide, including 16 major facilities in Mumbai. Following evidence of severe breaches, official notices are currently being issued. Minister Bawankule warned that it is the state government's duty to halt unauthorised commercial activities, such as hosting wedding ceremonies on government-allotted gymkhana grounds. While regularising terms, undertaking guarantees will be mandatory to ensure no future non-compliance. Repeat offenders will face strict action, including land repossession and cancellation of operations. Highlighting the Maratha reservation issue, Minister Bawankule emphasised that Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde have done significant work to address the community's demands. He said that while the previous Uddhav Thackeray-led Maharashtra government failed to defend the special reservation in the Supreme Courtresulting in its cancellation CM Fadnavis and Deputy CM Shinde subsequently stepped in with concrete steps. He noted that the Maratha community is currently benefiting significantly from the 10 per cent Economically Weaker Section (EWS) reservation. He also reaffirmed the Maharashtra government's dual policy of delivering justice to the Maratha community while ensuring that the existing reservation for 353 castes under the OBC category remains completely untouched. To curb irregularities in sports certificates, the Maharashtra Cabinet has finalised a comprehensive oversight policy. Minister Bawankule noted that Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar presented the proposal during Tuesday's Cabinet meeting. Strict regulations have been framed to prevent unqualified individuals from claiming government employment under the sports quota, the Minister said. Any fraudulent practice will result in immediate criminal prosecution (FIR), cancellation of the certificate, termination of employment, and disciplinary suspension or dismissal, the Minister added.
Maharashtra unveils Land Bank to accelerate infra projects and advance compensatory afforestation
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) In a major initiative aimed at balancing rapid industrial development with environmental conservation, the Maharashtra Forest Department has established a comprehensive district-wise Land Bank to streamline land allocation for compensatory afforestation. Conceptualised by Forest Minister Ganesh Naik under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, the initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modis Viksit Bharat vision. The decision addresses long-standing bureaucratic delays in obtaining forest clearances under the Forest (Conservation and Development) Act, 1980. Currently, the state requires compensatory afforestation on an average of 2,000 to 3,000 hectares of degraded forest land and 1,000 to 2,000 hectares of non-forest land annually. Identifying suitable, encumbrance-free parcels and executing inter-departmental transfers has historically been a time-consuming barrier to major infrastructure works, including national highways, railways, bullet train corridors, transmission lines, and port developments. Through joint field assessments conducted by revenue and forest officials, the state has identified and compiled extensive land records across all districts. About 33,056 hectares of Degraded Forest Land are identified for projects eligible for double-degraded forest afforestation, such as central government ventures and power transmission lines: Nashik Region: 9,002 hectares, Nagpur Region: 8,109 hectares, Amravati Region: 5,724 hectares, Pune Region: 5,330 hectares, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Region: 4,179 hectares and Konkan Region: 712 hectares. Further, 7,546 Hectares of non-forest land have been provided by district collectors across revenue divisions comprising Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: 2,689 hectares, Nashik: 2,525 hectares, Amravati: 1,153 hectares, Pune: 640 hectares, Konkan: 408 hectares and Nagpur: 131 hectares, said a government statement. To ensure seamless execution, the Land Bank details are digitised and published on public web portals, including mahaforest.gov.in/DFLLandBank for degraded forest land and landdashboard.mahabhumi.gov.in for non-forest land. Before inclusion, each land parcel undergoes rigorous verification to confirm it is encroachment-free, clear of legal encumbrances, and ecologically suitable for afforestation. Non-forest land transferred by project agencies will be formally declared as Reserved Forest under Section 4 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927, permanently expanding Maharashtra's overall forest cover. By creating a transparent, central inventory, state authorities aim to eliminate project bottlenecks, ensure robust compensatory plantations, and achieve a sustainable equilibrium between infrastructure growth and ecological protection, said the release.
Stopped From Entering Pub With 'Gutkha' Pouch, Man Sets It Ablaze
The man behind the arson is a chef and owns a restaurant in Nagpur.
From Sirpur School To Nagpur Glory: Telangana
TSWREIS alumnus Rajkumar defeated a field of 547 players to win the Nagpur FIDE-rated tournament without losing.
Students Thank Ex-Lovers Whose Breakup Exposed Maharashtra Paper Leak
During a protest at Nagpur's Samvidhan Chowk, what stood out were some of the posters thanking Rituja and Gaurav, the former couple whose breakup is said to have exposed MPSC drug inspector paper leak.
India's gross manufacturing leasing posts 49 pc CAGR since 2021
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) India's gross manufacturing leasing has reached a cumulative 69 million sq ft, registering a compound annual growth rate of 49 per cent since 2021, a report said on Wednesday. Indias manufacturing sector is witnessing an unprecedented transformation, with leasing demand for industrial spaces projected to capture 40 per cent of the market by 2030, the report from commercial real estate services firm JLL said. Manufacturing has now emerged as the second-largest occupier segment after third-party logistics (3PL), signaling a fundamental restructuring of Indias industrial real estate hierarchy. Gross absorption touched 19.2 million sq. ft. in 2025, and H1 2026 recorded 10.2 million sq. ft.a 19 per cent year-over-year increase for the first half. With manufacturing leasing absorption forecast to reach approximately 46 million sq. ft. by 2030, the sector's trajectory underscores India's evolution toward becoming a global manufacturing powerhouse aligned with its Vision 2047 aspirations, the report noted. The growth in the manufacturing real estate asset class reflects two distinct yet complementary strategies shaping India's industrial landscape. Tier-I cities are witnessing aggressive leasing of Grade-A facilities as manufacturers prioritise speed-to-market and be capex-light due to paucity of affordable land, said Yogesh Shevade, Managing Director, Industrial & Logistics, India, JLL. Simultaneously, Tier-II markets are seeing manufacturers opt for land acquisition, seeking greater customisation and long-term operational control, Shevade said. Both approaches signal robust manufacturing commitment; whether through leasing or ownership, India is becoming the factory floor of choice, he added. Grade-A properties captured 90 per cent of manufacturing leasing in 2025 and the shift toward high-specification facilities reflects stringent adherence to enhanced building standards, hygiene protocols, and safety norms. Nearly 14 emerging markets including Lucknow, Jaipur, Chandigarh tri-city, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Surat, Nagpur, Nashik, Goa, Indore, Sambhajinagar, Tuticorin, Coimbatore & Vizag are witnessing manufacturers prioritise land transactions over leasing, reflecting diverse regional strategies aligned with specific operational requirements.
After paper leak rows, aspirants asked to help examine states recruitment system
High-level panel to visit Nagpur on Sept 16; special cell to accept suggestions on biometrics, CCTV surveillance and grievance redressal
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) In a major push to make Maharashtras public healthcare system more robust, accessible, high-quality, and technology-driven, the State Cabinet on Tuesday approved the ambitious state-level public health reform initiative titled PRAGATI (Primary Healthcare Reimagined with Advanced Governance and Accessible Technology Integration). Announcing the decision, Minister for Public Health and Family Welfare Prakash Abitkar stated that the project will be implemented over a five-year period from 2026 to 2031 with an overall outlay of Rs 4,250 crore. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will fund 70% of the project cost through a loan of Rs 2,975 crore, while the remaining 30% (Rs 1,275 crore) will be borne by the Government of Maharashtra. The PRAGATI project places a strong emphasis on the prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). Key priority areas include diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular conditions, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), stroke, mental health, diabetic retinopathy, fatty liver disease, palliative care, and hospice services, said Minister Abitkar. Additionally, the initiative will strengthen early screening and diagnostic infrastructure for breast, cervical, and oral cancers. Substantial resources will also be directed toward capacity building for healthcare staff, community counselling, awareness campaigns, and Behaviour Change Communication (BCC). Under the newly introduced Maharashtra Health Technology Mission, the state aims to accelerate digital health transformation. The project will expand the footprint of Electronic health records and integrated health information systems, Telemedicine services, and Advanced digital health applications, the minister said. The objective is to leverage technology to bring healthcare closer to citizens, streamline coordination across primary, secondary, and tertiary care levels, and ensure a seamless continuum of care for patients. To reduce the overburdening of tertiary referral hospitals, the project allocates approximately Rs 1,500 crore in capital expenditure to enhance hospital infrastructure across five key districts, including Kolhapur, Nanded, Pune, Latur and Nagpur. This expansion will add a total of 1,600 hospital beds, allowing advanced diagnostic, treatment, and referral services to be addressed directly at the district level. Minister Abitkar highlighted that the PRAGATI project will transform the public health landscape in Maharashtra. By integrating health services, leveraging digital governance, and enhancing clinical capacity, the initiative is designed to significantly lower out-of-pocket medical expenditures for citizens while accelerating the state's progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG-3) and Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
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The All India Institute of Medical Sciences Nagpur (AIIMS Nagpur) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 72 Senior Resident. Candidates with MS/MD Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 03-09-2026, and closes on 17-09-2026. The candidate shall apply online through AIIMS Nagpur website, aiimsnagpur.edu.in.
Nagpur bans high-decibel sound systems and laser lights till Nov 1 over noise
The order comes amid a wider debate in Maharashtra over excessive noise during public celebrations, particularly following recent protests and controversy in Pune over the use of high-decibel sound systems during religious processions
Nagpur's festival crackdown, bans high-powered sound systems, laser lights
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An Indian firm caught in arms scandal that toppled Estonian defence minister
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Anantnag, September 3: Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, Sujit Kumar-IPS, on Thursday visited Anantnag district and reviewed the prevailing security situation, crime scenario and policing arrangements in the district. A comprehensive review meeting was held at the District Police Office, Anantnag, in which DIG South Kashmir Range Javid Iqbal Matoo-IPS, SSP Anantnag Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS and other senior police officers participated. During the meeting, the IGP took a detailed assessment of the overall security arrangements and reviewed key aspects of policing, including crime prevention, investigation of cases, law-and-order preparedness and ongoing police operations. Senior officers briefed the IGP on the prevailing security scenario in the district and apprised him of measures being undertaken to strengthen public safety and improve policing mechanisms. Sujit Kumar directed the officers to further strengthen the security grid and ensure effective coordination among different field formations. He stressed the need for prompt and professional action against criminal and anti-social elements while laying emphasis on strengthening preventive policing. The IGP also called for heightened vigilance and continuous assessment of emerging security challenges. He underscored the importance of coordinated efforts among various police formations to maintain peace, security and public order across the district. The meeting concluded with directions to senior officers to remain proactive in addressing security concerns, strengthen crime-prevention mechanisms and ensure efficient and responsive policing for the safety and security of the public.
Nagpur: Cops Ban Loud Sound Systems, laser Light Beams Till Nov 1
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Chancellors Medal for excellence at Nagpur, Mumbai, Pune varsities
