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Karun Nair’s Vidarbha Move: Boosting Team Success and Personal Comeback
Karun Nair’s move to Vidarbha sparks team triumphs and revives his career with stellar Ranji and Vijay Hazare performances.

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Apr 16, 20256 min read


Mendha-Lekha in Gadchiroli: India’s First Self-Governed Village with Legal Forest Rights
Mendha-Lekha in Gadchiroli is India’s first village to gain legal forest rights and full self-governance through consensus.

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Apr 16, 20257 min read


How Vidarbha Became a Ranji Trophy Powerhouse After Years of Struggle
Vidarbha turned years of underperformance into dominance, winning three Ranji Trophy titles between 2017 and 2025.

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Apr 15, 20256 min read


Chandrapur: The Mining Capital of Maharashtra
Chandrapur’s mining history, from coal riches to modern challenges, shapes its economy and environment in Vidarbha.

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Apr 15, 20256 min read


Nagpur Railway Station's Redevelopment: Balancing Heritage and Innovation
Nagpur Railway Station undergoes a modern transformation while preserving its historical charm.

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Apr 9, 20254 min read


C.K. Nayudu’s Journey from Nagpur to National Glory
C.K. Nayudu, India’s first cricket captain, began his journey in Nagpur, shaping the city’s cricketing identity forever.

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Apr 9, 20255 min read


How Nagpur’s Women Took Justice Into Their Own Hands
Akku Yadav’s courtroom killing exposed deep flaws in India’s justice system after years of ignored crimes and silence.

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Apr 7, 20255 min read


Gond Art of Vidarbha: From Ancient Walls to Global Canvas
Gond art in Vidarbha. Ancient tribal wall paintings evolve into vibrant global canvas, blending tradition with modernity.

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Apr 7, 20255 min read


The History of Chandrapur: From Fossils to Forts and Beyond
A detailed look at Chandrapur’s history, from ancient fossils and Gond rule to modern growth and cultural heritage.

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Apr 4, 20254 min read


Hidden Lakes of Gondia: A Freshwater Treasure in Vidarbha
Gondia’s lakes in Vidarbha offer rich biodiversity, serene landscapes, and vital habitats for birds and aquatic life.

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Apr 2, 20255 min read


Tribal Communities of Vidarbha: Culture, Traditions and Way of Life
An insightful look into the lives, cultures, and traditions of Vidarbha’s tribal communities, past and present.

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Apr 1, 20257 min read


How the Mumbai-Calcutta Railway Line Transformed Nagpur
The Mumbai-Calcutta railway line has significantly transformed Nagpur's economy and connectivity since its inception in 1870.

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Apr 1, 20255 min read


Sevagram in Vidarbha: The Village Where Gandhi Reimagined India’s Future
Sevagram Ashram in Vidarbha was Gandhi’s rural base, where key ideas of India’s freedom movement took shape.

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Mar 31, 20255 min read


Maharaj Baug Zoo: Old Roots, New Struggles
Maharaj Baug Zoo in Nagpur fades as a historic site, outshone by Gorewada, but still holds onto its old story.

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Mar 28, 20256 min read


The Rise of Amravati as a Modern Textile Hub
Amravati’s cotton roots drive its growth into a textile hub with new projects, industrial plans, and employment boosts.

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Mar 28, 20255 min read


Pauni: Vidarbha’s Quiet Spiritual Haven
Pauni, Vidarbha’s quiet gem, blends over 150 temples with history and nature along the Wainganga River. A true hidden spot.

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Mar 27, 20255 min read


Bhiwapur Chilli in Nagpur District of Vidarbha: A Traditional Crop Losing Ground
Bhiwapur chilli farming is shrinking as hybrid crops take over, putting this traditional variety at risk of vanishing.

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Mar 25, 20255 min read


How Gaddigodam Helped Shape Nagpur’s Transport Story
Gaddigodam in Nagpur reflects the city's transport journey, from carts and godowns to metro lines and flyovers.

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Mar 24, 20255 min read


How Ramtek’s Sericulture (Silk Farming) Changed Rural Lives
How Ramtek’s sericulture boom turned farming into profit, boosting rural lives with silk, milk, and paper innovations.

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Mar 21, 20254 min read


Nagpur’s Rise: How It Stacks Up in India’s Human Development Race
Nagpur’s steady climb in India’s human development scene, outpacing many metros with strong education and income stats.

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Mar 20, 20255 min read
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