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Mansar in Vidarbha reveals ancient Vakataka ruins, temples, and a 5th-century capital buried under centuries of soil.

Prisons in Nagpur and Amravati are offering certified vocational training to inmates, focusing on skill-building and employment.

Shreekshetra Pohradevi in Washim is a major Banjara pilgrimage site with deep historical roots and a rich cultural legacy.

Nagpur’s efforts to rehabilitate beggars from 2019–2024 reveal progress, policy gaps, and a still-growing challenge.

Wardha Dry Port in Sindi, Maharashtra, enhances trade, cuts logistics costs, and drives economic growth for Vidarbha and India.

From mythological kings to colonial rule, Vidarbha’s dynastic history shaped its politics, culture, and identity.

The Hisse-Borala inscription in Washim, Maharashtra, reveals the Vakataka dynasty’s public works and precise dating from 457 CE.

Washim's journey spans ancient volcanic landscapes, Vakataka rule, medieval temples, and a vibrant modern district.

Despite policy shifts and rising demand, bamboo farming and trade in Vidarbha remain limited compared to its true potential.

Dive into Nagpur's vibrant folk theatre, from Tamasha's lively dances to Gondhal's sacred rituals, rooted in Maharashtra's heritage.

How three jurists from Vidarbha rose to become Chief Justice of India and shaped major constitutional decisions.

How the Forest Rights Act reshaped land access, incomes, and community-led forest management in Vidarbha’s villages.

Read about Baburao Shedmake, a Gond leader who fought British rule in 1857, leaving a lasting legacy in Gadchiroli.

Vidarbha’s urban homes and schools are adopting rooftop rainwater harvesting under Jal Shakti Abhiyan to combat water scarcity.

Tracing Gadchiroli's journey from prehistoric fossils and Gond rule to modern-day insurgency and forest governance reforms.

Tracing the Bhoja dynasty’s shift from Vidarbha to Goa, highlighting their Yadava heritage and coastal rule in Chandrapura.

The world's smallest wild cat, the rusty-spotted cat, faces habitat loss and research gaps in Vidarbha's forests.

The Hemadpanthi Rameshwar Temple in Sindhkhed Raja, Maharashtra, showcases remarkable ancient architecture and history.

Nationwide protests grow over Waqf law changes, raising legal and community concerns in Nagpur, Akola, and Yavatmal.

How tendu leaves support Gadchiroli’s economy, tribal livelihoods, forest trade policies, and environmental concerns.