Passengers from India, including families and elderly, are stranded at Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports since Feb 28 due to escalating Israel-Iran tensions, facing flight cancellations and urgent appeals for help.
Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar criticizes Maharashtra government for 'official apathy' in SBL Energy factory explosion, citing 40 deaths in explosives factories over 18 months and demanding urgent safety audits.
Nagpur Zilla Parishad secures ISO 9001:2015 certification, with seven Panchayat Samitis and 300 Gram Panchayats also recognized, enhancing administrative quality and service delivery in rural areas.
Nagpur police issue lookout notices against 10 suspects, including two MDs, in the Raulgaon explosives unit blast that killed 19 and injured 24. Investigation intensifies with forensic analysis and multiple teams on the case.
Former MP Mausam Noor urges Rahul Gandhi to boycott Bengal assembly elections over electoral roll issues, alleging minority targeting in Congress strongholds.
The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation in Nagpur operates with only two officers, severely hampering mandatory inspections at explosives manufacturing units, raising safety concerns.
The Maharashtra government has abolished the annual non-agricultural tax on urban housing societies, waiving all pending dues and arrears to provide financial relief to thousands of flat owners across the state.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu's personal intervention led to the emotional reunion of a 43-year-old woman with her family at Nagpur's Regional Mental Hospital after a six-year separation.
Nagpur faces a sharp rise in road rage incidents where minor traffic disputes escalate into violent clashes, knife attacks, and fatalities. Police increase patrolling and CCTV monitoring as experts cite urban stress and poor infrastructure as key factors.
Nagpur police conducted extensive searches at the district court and passport office after bomb threat emails were received. No explosives were found. A case has been registered against the unidentified sender.
In a Bollywood-style scam, two youths posing as income tax officers were caught red-handed during a fake raid in Wardha's Sainagar area. Police seized forged documents and IDs, urging public vigilance.
A family in Jaipur's Walled City area has urgently requested the Indian government to evacuate their six-year-old granddaughter from Iran's Qom district due to her fragile health and escalating regional tensions from US-Israel strikes.
A Jaisalmer family stranded in Dubai due to missile and drone attacks in the Iran-Israel conflict has returned home safely after a tense journey, highlighting the impact of regional tensions on Indian expatriates.
Lakadganj police in Nagpur arrested two youths for intentionally ramming a scooter into an on-duty traffic constable during vehicle checks, causing serious injuries. The incident occurred at Chandrashekhar Azad chowk on Tuesday evening.
A 60-year-old woman in Nagpur poured boiling water on a 4-year-old boy during Holi celebrations after he sprayed color on her. The child suffered 18-20% burns and is hospitalized.
Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad police arrested 676 motorists for drunk driving on Holi, seizing 254 vehicles and imposing fines over Rs 28 lakh. Authorities plan strict legal actions and license cancellations.
A 28-year-old competitive exam aspirant, Akshay Gedam, has been arrested in Nagpur's Kamptee area for allegedly killing Ravi Ambutalewar in a road rage incident. The altercation began over obstruction of a narrow lane.
Nepal's upcoming general elections on March 5, 2026, are set to shape the political landscape, with significant implications for India-Nepal diplomatic and economic relations.
Indian travelers desperate to return home from West Asia amid escalating conflicts face sky-high airfares, with some paying over Rs1.5 lakh per ticket. Airlines cite dynamic pricing due to high demand, while passengers and agents urge government intervent
Additional Sessions Judge MG Chavan rejected anticipatory bail for a Pune jeweller accused of receiving stolen ornaments worth Rs 15.98 lakh, citing need for custodial interrogation as jewellery remains unrecovered.
Pune Municipal Corporation conducted a major demolition drive, razing 18 illegal structures across 78,000 sqft in Lohegaon and Nagar Road areas, including action against Rameshwaram Cafe.
Pune Municipal Corporation finalizes 34 parking sites near Metro stations, with work underway at four locations. The initiative aims to boost last-mile connectivity and reduce private vehicle dependency.
Sahakarnagar police in Pune have registered a case against four individuals for allegedly cheating 16 people of Rs 35.55 lakh by promising permanent railway jobs for their special children.
Transporters in Pune will halt operations from Thursday, protesting a Central government rule allowing license suspension for unpaid e-challans. Buses and trucks will stop, while autorickshaws and taxis continue. Unions plan vehicle surrender and indefini
The Maharashtra government has informed the legislative council that over 75% of eligible Mihan project-affected persons have received developed plots, with Rs100 crore paid in lieu of promised employment.
The Maharashtra government has transferred Nagpur Municipal Corporation commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari to the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority. Vipin Itankar takes over as interim commissioner.
As summer vacations approach, Nagpur's playgrounds face severe encroachment—transformed into parking lots, event venues, and garbage dumps, depriving children of recreational spaces. The Bombay High Court has taken suo motu notice of the issue.
The second hearing for Amadea Enterprises LLP's appeal against a Rs 21 crore stamp duty demand in the Mundhwa land transaction has been postponed to March 9 due to a government holiday. The firm, with partners including Parth Pawar, disputes the shortfall
Congress leadership has finalized Abhishek Manu Singhvi and Vem Narender Reddy for two Rajya Sabha seats from Telangana. Nominations will be filed Thursday, with potential polling on March 16 if BRS contests.
The Nagpur Municipal Corporation's demolition drive for the Old Bhandara Road widening project was abruptly halted due to protests by affected families and political intervention, highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges.