Nagpurs Rs 998 Crore Indora-Dighori Flyover Opens, City Plans 15 More Flyovers For Future Growth
70% Of Nagpur Hit As Pench Water Supply Takes Double Power Blow
Power cuts at Navegaon Khairy disrupt pumping for nearly 10 hours; Mahalaxmi Puja, Ganesh mandals affected
Nagpur Has 35 Flyovers, 15 More in Pipeline: Fadnavis
Bus gutted after rear tyre bursts near Butibori, 35 passengers safe
Butibori Police, Nagpur Rural RTO Begin Probe; Passengers Luggage Destroyed
Nagpur Unveils Flyover Named After RSS Founder on Centenary Celebration
A new flyover in Nagpur, named after RSS founder Dr. Hedgewar, was inaugurated to mark the organizations centenary. Nagpur Unveils Flyover Named After RSS Founder on Centenary Celebration
Two Telangana students held with 1.3 kg of Ganja in Nagpur
Nagpur: Two students from Telangana were arrested allegedly with 1.3 kg of ganja at Bada Tajbagh in Nagpur city, a police official said on Saturday, September 19. He identified them as Ragalla Bhuvan, 21 and Nimma Vijay Srinivas, 20, both residents of Vengalaipeth in Karimnagar in the southern state. Bhuvan is pursuing hotel management, while 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 .
Caste census: Congress gives Chalo Delhi call on Nov 1 for separate OBC column
Digital Desk | Nagpur, Sep 19 (IANS) Intensifying the demand for a separate column for Other Backward Classes (OBC) in the upcoming nationwide caste-based census, Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Saturday announced a large-scale agitational campaign culminating in a Chalo Delhi march on November 1. The strategy was finalised during a key Vidarbha-level meeting of OBC leaders, office-bearers, and prominent activists held in Nagpur to address long-standing grievances facing the community. Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Wadettiwar, a Congress Legislature Party leader in the Maharashtra Assembly, said a separate column for OBCs in the caste census is indispensable. He said, Our demand is explicit: there must be a caste-wise census with a dedicated column for OBCs. The governments current decisions regarding the census process have sparked widespread discontent within the OBC community. If the true population of OBCs is not accurately documented, issues surrounding their political representation and reservation benefits will become increasingly severe. Following a preliminary meeting of nearly 65 OBC organisations from across the country held in Delhi on September 13, a phased nationwide agitation roadmap has been unveiled. Wadettiwar said that on October 2 (Gandhi Jayanti and Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti), taluka-level Satyagraha (peaceful protests) will be organised; on October 25, district-level protest marches across the state; and on November 1, the Chalo Delhi rally to push the central government to action. The exact framework of the Delhi demonstration will be finalised in consultation with allied organisations across the country. Beyond the census, Wadettiwar raised concerns regarding student welfare and state support for marginalised communities. He accused the Maharashtra state government of stalling tactics in allocating funds to autonomous institutes like Mahajyoti and BARTI. He urged the administration to release funding proportional to the population and ensure timely disbursement of pre-matric and post-matric scholarships. Addressing the sensitive ongoing debate over Maratha reservation in Maharashtra, Wadettiwar reaffirmed that the OBC community opposes any dilution of its existing quota. The government should not slice away rights from one community to satisfy another. If the government wants to grant reservation to any group, it should do so independently. Do not allocate any portion of the OBC quota to others. If our constitutional rights are encroached upon, we will not sit quietly, he cautioned.
IPL Breakout Star Praful Hinge Relies On 'one Ball At A Time' Approach For India 'A'
Vidarbha Pro T20 League: Praful Hinge's three-wicket opening over while turning out for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals made him an overnight sensation in this year's Indian Premier League (IPL). But with his first India A assignment looming, via a red-ball series against Australia A in Puducherry, the right-arm fast bowler said he will take the simplest of approaches into the game starting on September 22: stay in the present and think about nothing beyond the next delivery. I don't think too much in my brain about what will happen next or what may not happen. I just focus on the present like what I have to do with the ball in hand in a match. I just focus on bowling one ball at a time. As a bowler, there are a lot of challenges and I love those challenges. When the ball comes, I just have to do my bowling. I'll do my best. The rest, and whatever happens, will have to happen, Hinge told IANS in a chat ahead of the series to be played at the picturesque CAP-Siechem Stadium. Hinge learned of his India 'A' selection while away from his residence in Nagpur, and only believed it once he had checked for himself. I got a message from a friend who works in media, and said that I got India 'A' call-up. I was out of station at that time and then got a message from the friend, who said, 'Congratulations on getting India 'A' team call-up'. To see that for real, I saw on the BCCI website and it began to sink in that I was in India 'A' team. This is what is going on right now - if you work hard, you'll definitely get something. I've been playing red-ball cricket since Ranji Trophy and red-ball cricket has been my favourite format since childhood, he added. Since the IPL ended, Hinge has kept bowling. He took eight wickets in the Vidarbha Pro T20 League and played Under-25 emerging matches at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru - all with an eye on keeping himself in good bowling rhythm. I mean, now that I've got a chance, I should do well. So, in all the matches, everything was good for me and I performed well. Whatever the match was either bowling my overs, fielding, batting, it was the same. The experiences were the same - I just have to keep myself ready so that I can get a chance someday. My body is doing well. I mean, my fitness is great and everything is going well. Yes, I briefly attended a SRH off-season camp. We had a good volume of bowling there as well and our fitness was good, he added. Hinge was largely unknown outside domestic cricket circles before his breakout time in IPL 2026 for SRH. He acknowledges that the attention has changed his life off the field, even if he tries not to dwell on it and keeps social media at arm's length. A lot of people do recognize me. Now, everyone knows me wherever I go. So, it feels really good. Sometimes, I do think about it in my mind - like, I've done this too. Nothing much as such. I don't use it (social media) much. I don't pay much attention to it. I just use it for a bit of fun, humour and work things. His family in Nagpur has also felt the difference. Yes, the parents and family members get more recognised now. Like if they needed something before, it would come late. Now whenever they need something, it comes a little earlier than expected since my good showing in the IPL. Hinge also credited former India fast bowler Varun Aaron, SRHs fast bowling coach, for keeping a close watch on his development since the IPL ended. After the IPL, he's always been following me. Like, what are you doing? How's the training and bowling going? Once or twice, I went for bowling with him. I even bowled with the red-ball in a camp. So, he keeps asking me how I'm doing and takes constant updates about my progress. Aaron, whose own playing career was repeatedly interrupted by injuries, has also helped Hinge fine-tune his action. He faced a lot of things and saw a lot of ups and downs. So, it feels like he's of immense help to me. When I met him at MRF, I told him that I was injured. So, since then, he's been in touch with me. Like, how's it going? What's going on? Like, the bowling action, whatever needs to be done up and down, he adjusted it. Whatever I have seen of him, I've learnt a lot from him as well. Hinge has also leaned on the experience of CoE fast-bowling coaches, former India fast bowler Lakshmipathy Balaji and P Krishnakumar. I asked them a lot about the little things I can do better in a bowling situation, and what we can't do. I always used to ask them about whatever I could think of in terms of questions about fast bowling and related topics. Hinge made his Ranji Trophy debut in 2024 and has 27 wickets from 10 first-class matches. He has already played Ranji Trophy cricket in Puducherry via his debut game and expects the afternoon heat to be a test for the pacers. I've played matches in Pondicherry before as well in the Ranji Trophy. So, I have a bit of an idea about the conditions there. But the temperature is going to be a bit high. The sooner I can adapt to the conditions, the better it is as bowling in the afternoon is a bit tough. But doing tough things is a habit now for me. So, it will be good when the matches happen. Hinge made his Ranji Trophy debut in 2024 and has 27 wickets from 10 first-class matches. He has already played Ranji Trophy cricket in Puducherry via his debut game and expects the afternoon heat to be a test for the pacers. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories With the series just a few days away, Hinge's focus is on the task in front of him, including wearing India A whites for the first time while playing. It's just a few days away. I'm more excited for it, as this is what everyone practices for, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
MOIL Limited has released the Manager (Survey) Recruitment 2026 notification for three unreserved posts. Candidates possessing a graduate degree, an unrestricted Surveyors Certificate of Competency and the prescribed underground mine-surveying experience can attend the walk-in interview. The walk-in interview will be conducted at the MOIL Head Office in Nagpur on 7 October 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Candidates must bring the completed application form, original certificates, self-attested copies and the application fee Demand Draft, where applicable.
Cashew-almond row erupts at Maha drought meet, Fadnavis calls for sensitivity
Digital Desk | Nanded/Nagpur, Sep 19 (IANS) A massive political controversy has erupted in Maharashtra on Saturday after a video went viral on social media showing ministers, leaders and senior officials consuming cashews and almonds during an official drought review meeting in Nanded. The incident occurred at the District Planning Hall, where officials had gathered to assess the severe agricultural crisis and crop loss across Marathwada, triggering widespread public outrage over the administration's apathy toward struggling farmers. Speaking to the media in Nagpur, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis acknowledged the customary administrative practices involved in such situations while stressing the need for greater empathy during times of crisis. It is a standard administrative protocol to provide dry fruits during official meetings. No one does this intentionally to mock the drought situation. However, the administration must keep ground realities in mind and act with greater sensitivity. Such practices should be avoided under these circumstances, he noted. Shiv Sena Minister Sanjay Shirsat, who was absent from the meeting due to prior commitments, shifted the accountability to bureaucratic arrangements. I did not attend as I had pre-scheduled engagements, and Agriculture Minister Datta Bhaarne was handling the responsibilities alongside the attending officers. It is the officials who arrange cashews and almonds, but elected representatives end up facing public criticism. I will issue strict directives to the divisional commissioner regarding this matter. Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar launched a scathing attack on the government, accusing it of a lack of seriousness regarding the severe drought conditions. While the drought crisis across the state is extremely grave, the government shows zero seriousness and is busy relishing cashews and almonds. The state government must immediately convene a special legislative assembly session to address the drought and offer concrete relief to farmers. In response to the dry spell, crop failure, and impending water shortages, Fadnavis outlined several emergency relief steps initiated by the state government. Cabinet ministers have been assigned to conduct ground-level reviews in their respective districts. Preliminary reviews and loss assessments (panchnamas) will be finalised within a week to expedite financial assistance. Process for the loan waiver is progressing rapidly; three beneficiary lists have already been published, and the remaining lists are being compiled on priority, he said. Leveraging planning under the fodder development program launched in response to the El Nino threat, fodder and drinking water are being arranged for heavily affected zones, the CM said. Fadnavis further stated that to help save standing crops, the state is providing extra electricity to farmers during evening hours, even in single-phase supply zones where wells still hold water. He added that water reserves in major reservoirs are being strictly reserved for drinking purposes to prevent shortages, especially in areas dependent on smaller, depleted dams.
Nagpur water crisis: 2 power failures disrupt raw water pumping, affect 70% city supply
NISER Student Dies After Falling From Hostel Roof In Odisha
A third-year student of the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) reportedly died after falling from the roof of the Bhagirathi hostel. The deceased has been identified as Vinay Sanyasi Venkat, a third-year Integrated MSc student and a resident of Nagpur, Maharashtra. Student Dies At AIIMS Bhubaneswar According to reports, Vinay reportedly slipped [] The post NISER Student Dies After Falling From Hostel Roof In Odisha appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
22, 24 carat Gold prices up across other cities on September 18
Man killed in hit-and-run on Nagpur-Jabalpur highway
Nagpur banker dies, woman driver faces stringent charges
Trimurti Nagar mandal brings Milky Way to Nagpur
Maharashtra HSC exams 2027 from February 8 and SSC from February 15, says MSBSHS
The timetable will apply to all nine divisional boards of the Maharashtra State Board. These include Pune, Mumbai, Nagpur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Kolhapur, Amravati, Nashik, Latur and Konkan
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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...
Jobseekers computer course for SC/ST shifted out of Nagpur midway
Nagpur Back As 'Tourism District'
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.
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.
Planning to buy gold today on Ganesh Chaturthi? Check prices in Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik
Gold and silver prices today, 14 September: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur and Nashik, along with MCX market updates.
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.
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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.
60mm rain breaks dry spell, Nagpur drenched
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.
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
NagpurWarangal Highway to Be Completed by December 2027: Komatireddy
The Minister said the 310-km highway, of which 280 km falls in Telangana, would connect several districts and significantly improve connectivity between Telangana, Nagpur and Vijayawada
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
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.
AIIMS NEET 2026 Round 2 Cutoff Out - Check Category-Wise Closing Ranks @ aiimsexams.ac.in
AIIMS NEET 2026 Round 2 cutoff is out based on MCC's provisional seat allotment result. Check category-wise (Open, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) closing ranks for AIIMS Jodhpur, Bhopal, Rishikesh, Bhubaneswar, Nagpur, Madurai and 14 more institutes.
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
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.
Why Do We Bring Ganesha Home During Ganesh Chaturthi? The Meaning Behind The Tradition
On the morning of 14 September 2026, in flats in Pune and bungalows in Chennai and one-room homes in Nagpur, families will carry home a small clay figure with an elephant's head and set it on a decorated platform, often with
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.
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.
Nagpur Traffic Polices 'Operation No Wrong Side' Nets 190 FIRs in 16 Days
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).
Four trips of Nagpur-Pune Exp cancelled
Nagpur Retains 10th Spot In Clean-Air Survey, Score Slips Marginally To 183.8
CM Secretariat To Review South-West Nagpur Works After July Deluge
Got more votes from Nagpur's 'underworld, red-light areas', says Nitin Gadkari
Got more votes from Nagpurs underworld redlight areas says Nitin Gadkari
Indian Firm Linked To Estonia Ammunition Deal Has No Dealings With Defence Ministry
NECO Defence is part of a Nagpur-based group of companies involved in the steel manufacturing business. They added that the company recently acquired Datasel, a small Italian firm involved in the manufacture of small arms and ammunition
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has sparked a fresh political discussion after a video of his remarks at an event in Nagpur went viral. Gadkari said that he received more votes from areas associated with the...
Rs 2.5 lakh fraud, forged TCs: Nagpur engineering admission racket exposed
Rs lakh fraud forged TCs Nagpur engineering admission racket exposed
SSP Anantnag reviews training, ops, investigation performance of PSIs
ANANTNAG: SSP Anantnag Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS chaired a meeting with PSIs at DPO Anantnag to review training, operational preparedness and investigation. During the meeting, SSP Anantnag reviewed the progress of investigations being handled by the PSIs and assessed the quality and timely disposal of pending cases. He stressed upon the officers to follow due legal []
Nagpure directs PMC to complete pre-monsoon works on a war footing
372 Modified Silencers Crushed As Nagpur Police Tighten Noise Pollution Crackdown
Toned-Down DJs: Nagpurs New Normal At Dahi Handi Events
From DJ Blasts To Drilling Noise, Nine complaints on Noise-Free Nagpur in 2 days
Students are aware of freedom of speech, not of duties: Nagpur University vice chancellor
From Dahi Handi To Gopal Kala, Nagpur Soaks In Janmashtami Fever
MIDC to acquire additional 5,550 acres land in Nagpur district
Crisis of credibility biggest problem in media sector, says Gadkari
The Road Transport and Highways Minister spoke at the IIM Nagpur Media Conclave 2026 on Media, Leadership and the New World Order
