Rattled by setbacks due to several of its cadres getting eliminated in encounter with security forces and also surrender of many of its senior cadres, the proscribed organisation Communist Party of India (Maoist) has now ‘appealed’ to the Government of India for ‘peace talks’. A statement issued in Telugu purportedly by Abhay, Spokesperson of the Central Committee of CPI (Maoist), calls for an ‘immediate ceasefire’ and ‘peace talks’, urging the Government of India to halt ‘Operation Kagaar’. In the ..

A 28-year-old engineer committed suicide at her residence in Mankapur. The young woman allegedly took her own life after leaving behind a suicide note in which she claimed that she was the victim of a conspiracy which involve a fake video and threats to her life. The police have begun an investigation into the matter. Vaishali, who worked for a company in Pune, had returned to Nagpur around 15 days ago. She lived with her father, brother, and sister-in-law. Her father was present at home when she ..

The citizens of Nagpur are grappling with various problems due to the ongoing construction of cement roads across the city. A public interest litigation (PIL) has been filed by the Janmanch in the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court which raised the concerns over the rampant construction of cement roads. The PIL, which was heard by Justice Nitin Sambre and Justice Vrushali Joshi on Wednesday, cited several adverse impacts on public and environment. The High Court has issued notices to Nagpur Municipal ..

India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an ‘orange’ alert for thunderstorm with lightning in four districts of Vidarbha on April 2 and 3. According to the Weather Department, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Amravati and Yavatmal districts may also experience gusty surface wind speed reaching 40-50 kmph and hailstorm in the next couple of days. The Weather Department issued ‘yellow’ warning for all other parts of Vidarbha including Nagpur on April 2 and 3. On Tuesday, due to cloudy weather, the maximum ..

Garbage dumping at public places has become a major concern as the civic body is looking to improve the ranking of Nagpur in upcoming ‘Swachh Sarvekshan’. To curb garbage dumping at public places, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has collected a whopping fine of Rs 1.91 crore in last three years from citizens but the situation has more or less remained the same even after poor performance by Nagpur in ‘Swachh Sarvekshan’ in last three years. Solid waste mitigation has become a tough task for ..

City kiosks, once promising revenue sources, now stand in devastated condition as years of neglect and crores of public money has been wasted without accountability or redevelopment plans. (Pics by Anil Futane)..

In the bustling city of Nagpur, a remarkable journey unfolded – a journey that resonated with passion, conviction and a deep sense of purpose. Dr Sumant Tekade, a name synonymous with inspiration and dedication, was much more than a scholar; he was like a little brother to me, friend, philosopher, guide and mentor to those who had the privilege of knowing him intimately. Having obtained his PhD in Management from Bengaluru Vishwavidyalay, Dr Sumant initially took the reins as the Head of the Department ..

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat praised the unique initiative of Shiv Tandav Stotra recitation and expressed the hope that such events should be organised in the future as well. Dr Bhagwat was speaking during a Shiv Tandav Stotra recitation programme organised on Monday in the Shri Mahadev Ghat area of Kamptee. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Revenue Minister and Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, MLC Parinay Fuke, former MLA Tekchand Savarkar, Shrimant Raje ..

Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister, announced complete assistance from the State Government for building a ‘Center of Excellence in Vedic Mathematics’ at Bharti Krishna Vidya Vihar, while speaking at the releasing of books ‘Vedic Mathematics’ (Basic to Advanced) Level 1 to 3; and ‘Vedic Ganit Sutra Arithmetic’ written by Jagadguru Shankaracharya Bharti Krishna Teertha Maharaj, and compiled by Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas, at Jagadguru premises, Bharti Krishna Vidya Vihar, Telangkhedi, on Monday. Dr ..

Satranjipura Zone of Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) has shown the way when it comes to dealing with trash, by putting to use their creativity for giving shape to waste and put on display their art form through Waste to Art Wall. The Zone was having lot of old articles that was of no use, like old tyres, plastic bottles, old utensils and the trash was piling up, leaving the officials and employees in a bind. Zonal Assistant Commissioner Dhananjay Yadav along with staff decided to use the dumped ..

“Swami Vivekananda shook the Indian society which was drowning in despair, reminded it of its nature, instilled self-confidence and did not let the national consciousness die out. In the last decade of British Raj, Dr Hedgewar and Shri Guruji worked to give new energy to this consciousness. The idea of national consciousness, whose seed was sown 100 years ago, stands today as a great banyan tree. Principles and ideals nourish this banyan tree, while millions of volunteers are working as its branches. ..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday visited Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s (RSS) Smruti Mandir at Reshimbag. This was his first visit to Smruti Mandir after becoming Prime Minister. There was a lot of curiosity about this event. It was reflected in his speech at a function at Madhav Netralaya when he said he was overwhelmed to pay respects to Dr Hedgewar and Golwalkar Guruji. Modi became the second sitting Prime Minister to visit the RSS headquarters in Nagpur. Atal Behari Vajpayee had visited it ..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport on his arrival in city from New Delhi on Sunday. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis along with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule and Minister of State Adv Ashish Jaiswal were present. The special flight carrying Prime Minister reached the airport at around 8.30 am. Senior officials from armed forces, revenue and police department were also present to receive the Prime ..

The birth anniversary of Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, Founder of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), was celebrated in the premises of his residence at Mahal, on Sunday. The ‘Ghosh Pathak’ reached his residence from RSS headquarters and presented a tune. Later, the ‘Ghosh Pathak’ proceeded to Smruti Mandir in Reshimbag. (Pic by Satish Raut)..

The Special Protection Group (SPG) and the City Police on Saturday conducted a full dress rehearsal for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Nagpur, which is scheduled for Sunday. The rehearsal focused on the route the Prime Minister will be taking during his tour. The convoy for the Prime Minister will consist of over 20 special vehicles, including those equipped with VIP Protection and RCIED Jammer devices. SPG officials reviewed key locations that the Prime Minister will visit during his visit ..

A Gudhi Padwa bonanza for 3.16 crore power consumers in State was announced as Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has provided 10 per cent reduction in energy tariff to domestic consumer for next financial year. The new rates for 2025-26 and 2026-27 were decided after completing adjudication of MYT Petition of MSEDCL. As per the Commission’s ruling, there is across the board lowering of tariff as consumers will pay less for electricity starting from 2025. According to the new order, ..

Eye is an important organ. Unfortunately most people realise it in later part of their life. We hardly care for our eyes unless there is a problem. Preventive care of eyes is often neglected. Doctors keep telling us eye mannerism but nobody takes it seriously. There is an eye discipline which we don’t follow. The preventive care for eye is absolutely not in the list. We have stopped ignoring the indications that our eyes give. If we take these indications seriously, we can maintain the health of our ..

While School Education Department is firm on implementing uniform examination system for Class 1 to 9, the school managements are opposing it. Maharashtra Rajya Shikshan Sanstha Mahamandal (MRSSM), Executive Member Ravindra Fadnavis, in his letter written to School Education Minister Dada Bhuse, has warned that if Government doesn’t withdraw the system, they will approach court...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is arriving in Nagpur to perform bhoomipujan of the Premium Centre of Madhav Netralaya on Sunday. Bharatiya Janata Party Nagpur unit is preparing to welcome its leader. Since security team has marked many squares enroute as “no-man’s lands”, the party workers won’t be able to greet him at all squares which the party had planned earlier. This is Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to the city after becoming Prime Minister for the third time. Sandip Joshi, the in-charge of ..

Belonging to a critically-endangered specie, an orangutan brought to Gorewada Rescue Centre (GRC) has been sent to Greens Zoological, Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (GZRRC), Jamnagar, Gujarat, recently. The ape was residing at the facility since it was rescued in November last year. It is for the first time when the GRC treated and kept this type of critically-endangered ape at its facility. The orangutan which is a native to the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia was rescued along with many ..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will be in the city on March 30, is likely to visit Solar Industries Ltd’s facility located at Bazargaon on Amravati Road. Sources told ‘The Hitavada’ that the Prime Minister will visit a 1.5 km long air strip developed by the company for testing of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). It is important to note that Solar Industries is the first private player in the country that has developed such a facility. UAS require horizontal takeoff and landing for which the air strip ..

The Eichhornia menace in Ambazari lake will haunt the civic body and the people of Nagpur at least six more months as the construction work of the sewage treatment plant (STP) on the nullah which is releasing sewage in the iconic water body is just 60% completed and the work is facing technical glitch. Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) declared the nullah, which is carrying sewage from Wadi area, as the main culprit for growth of Eichhornia weeds in Ambazari lake and to stop the sewage, Wadi Municipal ..

Imagine rushing through the city, thinking a flyover would be the fastest, safest route, only to witness speeding vehicles, abrupt lane changes, and a complete disregard for traffic rules. These split-second decisions can lead to accidents, pile-ups, and even fatalities, making these elevated roads less of a solution and more of a risk. City’s Sadar flyover, Shahid Gowari flyover, and the double-decker flyover on Wardha Road, intended to ease traffic congestion, are fast becoming spots for accidents ..

IN order to promote formation and activities of Farmer Producer organisation, a three-day FPO Fair-cum-Exhibition was inaugurated in Krishi Mandapam in the Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) campus, Raipur on Wednesday. The expo is being organised under the joint aegis of Agriculture Development, Farmer Welfare and Biotechnology Department, and Small Farmer’s Agri Business Association (GoI), New Delhi. MLA Anuj Sharma was the chief guest and inaugurated the exhibition. Mayor Meenal Chaubey ..

Following up on various agreements signed with industry big wigs during Davos summit, a cabinet sub-committee chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis cleared 12 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) worth Rs 3,02,333 crore for Nagpur Division. These investments have potential to generate employment for 76,485 persons. Maharashtra Government is aggressively promoting industrial growth in the State by bringing big ticket investments and creating huge number of jobs in the process. Total 17 MoUs were ..