BJP emerges as the single largest party in Maharashtra's municipal council polls, doubling its 2017 tally. Congress checks BJP's advance in Vidarbha. Results set stage for crucial municipal corporation elections.
As India's rural job scheme is relaunched, experts warn that a proposed 60-day calendar gap and shared state funding could undermine its universal promise. Read why its core principles need protection.
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the VB-G RAM G Bill, enhancing the rural job guarantee to 125 days annually. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hails the scheme as transparent and progressive for rural development.
Congress secures decisive victory in Chandrapur municipal polls, winning 7 of 10 council president posts. The results mark a significant erosion of BJP's urban bastion in eastern Vidarbha. Read the full analysis.
Dr. Mohan Bhagwat inaugurates the advanced Pandit Deendayal Chandrapur Cancer Hospital. This state-of-the-art facility promises comprehensive cancer care for thousands in eastern Vidarbha. Read more about this transformative healthcare project.
Union govt reveals 9 roads & 12 bridges constructed in Gujarat under PMGSY-III in ongoing FY. Details on districts, lengths, and status of PMGSY-IV inside. Read more.
The deferred second phase of municipal elections across Vidarbha concluded largely peacefully. Voter turnout varied across districts, with minor glitches and one clash reported. Results today will shape local political fortunes.
Maharashtra plans a Rajasthan-like law to control exorbitant fees of private coaching centres. Minister Pankaj Bhoyar warns they are undermining formal school education. Details inside.
Vidarbha's Under-16 team staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Uttar Pradesh by four wickets in the Vijay Merchant Trophy. Malhar Dhurad's unbeaten 74 guided the chase. Read the full match report.
Nagpur and Gondia shiver as Vidarbha's mercury plunges. Residents adapt to the seasonal chill with cosy routines. Get the latest weather forecast and local insights here.
The Jai Vidarbha Party announces it will contest elections in Nagpur, Amravati, Akola, and Chandrapur municipal corporations, linking local governance to the long-standing demand for a separate Vidarbha state. Read more.
Senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar exposes a shocking illegal moneylender network in Vidarbha & Marathwada, forcing debt-ridden farmers to sell kidneys. Read the full investigation details.
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
The Central Government has disbursed over ₹127 crore to Tamil Nadu's rural local bodies under the 15th Finance Commission grants. This funding aims to boost essential services and infrastructure development in villages. Read more about the allocation and
XLRI Jamshedpur, with NABARD support, launches XCITE, a rural business incubation centre to foster sustainable entrepreneurship and empower rural innovators. Discover the future of rural India.
Pune, Nashik, and Vidarbha shiver as temperatures plunge below normal. IMD data reveals the season's lowest readings. Independent forecaster warns of colder weekend ahead. Read for full details.
Uttar Pradesh secured a 35-run first-innings lead against Vidarbha in the U-16 Vijay Merchant Trophy. However, Vidarbha's fightback has set up an intriguing final day in Kanpur. Follow the live action!
Rishika Shrivastava's brilliant 6-wicket haul dismantled Vidarbha, setting up Chhattisgarh's 7-wicket win in the Women's U19 One Day Trophy 2025. Read the full match report.
The Lok Sabha passes a bill to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, increasing employment days but shifting wage costs to states. Critics warn of financial strain.
Vidarbha's bowlers restrict Uttar Pradesh to 207 on Day 1 of the Vijay Merchant Trophy U-16 match in Kanpur. Vidarbha ends the day at 52/2 after an early wobble. Read the full match report.
Bombay High Court orders CCI to disclose exact cotton procurement data from Vidarbha, highlighting a severe shortage of operational centers. Farmers face distress sales due to inadequate infrastructure. Full report by Dec 23.
Congress committees in Nagaland staged a protest in Kohima against the bill to repeal MGNREGA, calling it a lifeline for rural poor. Read about the potential impact on farmers and daily wage earners.
India's 43 Regional Rural Banks launch a common logo to strengthen their unified identity and enhance trust in rural banking. Discover the strategy behind this rebranding move.
Uttar Pradesh launches a major digital education initiative, setting up digital libraries in 11,350 gram panchayats to provide rural youth with modern study resources for competitive exams. Discover how this Rs 4 lakh per library scheme works.
Nagpur residents face severe LPG cylinder shortages with 8-15 day delivery delays. The crisis stems from a new govt VTS tracking mandate for tankers. Details inside.
Vidarbha Industries Association reveals a 20% electricity tariff hike in Maharashtra, contradicting CM Devendra Fadnavis's assurance of stable rates for five years. Industry warns of economic strain.
Nagpur's Hingna industrial estate faces severe air, water, and noise pollution from RMC plants, threatening worker health and productivity. Industry body demands urgent government action. Read the full report.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan introduces the VB-G RAM G Bill, aiming to modernize rural employment frameworks for Viksit Bharat 2047. Read the full details.
The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill aims to replace MGNREGA, increasing work days to 125 but shifting funding burden to states and introducing a 60-day pause for farming. Explore the key changes.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated 12 rail-road projects worth Rs 609 crore, including Nagpur's Lakadganj flyover, to ease traffic and boost safety in Vidarbha. Read more.