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How the Godavari River Powers Vidarbha’s Fields, Forests and Futures
Inside the Godavari river's grip on Vidarbha’s farms, rivers, forests and fast-changing water realities.

thenewsdirt
Dec 2, 202511 min read


Giant Dinosaur Fossils of Vidarbha: Hidden Titans Beneath Central India
Colossal dinosaur bones and eggs in Vidarbha reveal a forgotten age of giants beneath central India’s rocky landscape.

thenewsdirt
Dec 1, 202510 min read


Deotak Temple: Chandrapur’s Oldest Stone Records of Ancient India
Ashoka’s edict and Vakataka rule carved in stone at Deotak Temple reveal Chandrapur’s rarely told ancient past in full detail.

thenewsdirt
Nov 28, 20256 min read


Pusad’s Untold History: Ancient Temples, Tribal Roots, and Colonial Crossroads
Step into Pusad’s layered past of ancient shrines, tribal journeys, and colonial-era transformations in Vidarbha.

thenewsdirt
Nov 27, 202510 min read


Butibori’s Industrial Surge: How a Vidarbha Outpost Became an Economic Catalyst
See how Butibori evolved from vacant land to an industrial powerhouse shaping Vidarbha’s economy and future.

thenewsdirt
Nov 26, 20259 min read


Wani: Ancient Fossils, Coal Riches, and Surprising History in Vidarbha
Fossils, iron age relics, and coal mines shape Wani’s unique past and vibrant present in historic Vidarbha.

thenewsdirt
Nov 24, 202512 min read


The Reserve Bank of India Building in Nagpur: A Centre of Financial Operations Since 1956
Step inside Nagpur’s Reserve Bank hub, home to gold vaults, historic archives, and a pivotal financial role since 1956.

thenewsdirt
Nov 18, 20256 min read


Rap Culture Takes Root in Amravati
Raw voices and local beats power Amravati’s dynamic rap movement, putting Vidarbha hip hop on the national stage.

thenewsdirt
Nov 17, 202513 min read


Kalmeshwar's Unseen Past: How Vidarbha’s Town Shaped History and Industry
A deep dive into Kalmeshwar’s historic journey from ancient settlements to Vidarbha’s evolving industrial and agricultural hub.

thenewsdirt
Nov 15, 202513 min read


Brahmapuri: The Forgotten Heart of Chandrapur’s History
From megalithic sites to Gond forts, Brahmapuri’s 3,000-year-old past reveals Chandrapur’s deep historical roots.

thenewsdirt
Nov 13, 20257 min read


Kalmeshwar: A Vidarbha Weaving Town’s Past and Present
Once famed for cotton sarees, Kalmeshwar’s weaving heritage meets its growing industrial identity in Vidarbha today.

thenewsdirt
Nov 11, 20255 min read


Adasa: Secrets of an Ancient Ganesh Village Unfolded in Vidarbha’s Heart
Ancient Ganesh legends, medieval temples and eco-tourism meet at Adasa, Vidarbha’s heritage village steeped in history.

thenewsdirt
Nov 7, 202513 min read


Richard James Allen: Nagpur’s Record-Setting Olympic Hockey Goalkeeper
Richard James Allen guarded India’s goal in three Olympics, conceding only three goals and shaping hockey history.

thenewsdirt
Nov 7, 20257 min read


Ballarpur Fort: The Lost Gond Stronghold on the Wardha River
Centuries-old Ballarpur Fort in Chandrapur reveals Vidarbha’s Gond legacy through its ruins, tunnels, and fading walls.

thenewsdirt
Nov 6, 20259 min read


Nagpur’s Diamond Railway Crossing: The Rare Engineering Marvel in Vidarbha
Step into the world of Nagpur’s unique diamond railway crossing, where complex rails intersect with precision and history unfolds.

thenewsdirt
Nov 5, 202510 min read


Mothi Haveli of Raje Nemiwant: The Secrets Beneath Vidarbha's Historic Mansion
Uncover the unexpected discovery that shaped Malkapur’s Mothi Haveli and its lasting imprint on Vidarbha’s heritage.

thenewsdirt
Oct 31, 20256 min read


Vidarbha in Ain-i-Akbari: Secrets of Berar’s Mughal Era Unveiled
Detailed Mughal records reveal Vidarbha’s Berar region’s administration, forts, and revenue in Akbar’s era like never before.

thenewsdirt
Oct 31, 202510 min read


Malkapur’s Untold Past: Forts, Frontiers, and Vidarbha’s Shifting Heart
Ancient forts, Maratha clashes, faith legends, and cotton power, Malkapur’s roots run deep in Vidarbha.

thenewsdirt
Oct 30, 202511 min read


Clash in Vidarbha: The Battle of Argaon That Changed India's Centre
British and Maratha armies collide in Vidarbha in 1803, transforming Berar’s fate and shaping history in Akola district.

thenewsdirt
Oct 30, 20259 min read


Akot Through the Ages: From Ancient Settlement to Strategic Stronghold
Centuries of power struggles, trade, and devotion have shaped Akot’s unique place in Vidarbha’s unfolding story.

thenewsdirt
Oct 29, 202511 min read
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