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Ballarpur’s transformation from a Gond kingdom capital to Maharashtra’s major industrial city reveals secrets of Vidarbha’s past.

Meet Rani Lakshmibai’s descendants living in Nagpur and see how royal bloodlines adapt in Vidarbha today.

Young founders bring digital tech to Vidarbha farms, tackling new opportunities and tough ground barriers.

From Empress Mills to fiery Saoji kitchens, the Halba Koshti weavers transformed Nagpur’s identity and everyday life.

Paperwork snags and missed clearances stall Ramtek Temple’s Rs 49.28 crore upgrade in Vidarbha. Bureaucratic delays deepen.

Inside the Vakataka world from Nagardhan to Ajanta patronage and the collapse that reshaped early Deccan history.

Data over five years shows sharp contrasts in Vidarbha’s traffic safety, with some cities improving while others worsen.

Nagpur’s Tarri Poha reveals the city’s industrial past and vibrant street culture through every spicy, flavourful bite.

How George Everest’s 19th-century survey fixed Nagpur as India’s Zero Mile and shaped Vidarbha’s place in history.

An innovative arteriovenous implant developed in 2025 by VNIT is set to improve dialysis outcomes drastically.

Ancient Adam in Vidarbha reveals India’s earliest urban, political, and Buddhist past, layered with archaeological intrigue.

Ancient engineering meets spiritual lore at Kapur Bawli, Ramtek. Uncover the forgotten marvel shaping Vidarbha’s water legacy.

Nature-inspired Phytorid technology is transforming wastewater management and sparking new hope in Vidarbha.

Major defence projects are reshaping Vidarbha’s role in Maharashtra, with Nagpur drawing big-ticket aerospace and military deals.

Witness how a trailblazing Vidarbha ashram redefined women’s empowerment and spiritual community in India.

Uncover Saoner's rich history, cultural heritage, and emerging role as a key industrial and political hub in Vidarbha.

Dholes roam Vidarbha’s forests in secretive packs. Their survival, threats and behaviour reveal a hidden story of the wild.

The Hinganghat grave of William Lambton hides a story of scientific ambition and a survey that shaped India forever.

Paunar in Vidarbha holds ancient secrets and modern heritage, blending Vakataka glory with Vinoba Bhave’s historic social movement.

From Nagpur’s stages to Bollywood hits, Usha Timothy’s journey with legends shaped an unforgettable voice in Indian music.