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5 Rising Sports Talents from Vidarbha
Young athletes from Vidarbha are breaking records in cricket, skating, athletics, wrestling and bodybuilding with standout wins.

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Aug 18, 20254 min read


Relief Funds Stuck in Limbo as Vidarbha Farmers Wait for Aid
Years of delays in promised relief have left Vidarbha’s farmers facing mounting debts and worsening agrarian distress.

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Aug 18, 20257 min read


Nagpur’s Zero Milestone: The Precise Pillar That Marked the Heart of Imperial India
Nagpur’s Zero Milestone is the precise pillar once marking the heart of Imperial India and its historical significance in the city’s heritage.

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Aug 18, 202514 min read


Nagpur’s Flyover Rush Traps Citizens in Traffic and Construction Chaos
Nagpur’s rapid flyover expansion is marred by poor planning, delays, and safety lapses, turning commutes into daily ordeals.

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Aug 18, 20256 min read


5 Ancient Inscriptions from Vidarbha
Ancient inscriptions in Vidarbha reveal precise records of dynasties, rulers, and political ties spanning centuries.

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Aug 15, 20255 min read


Nagpur Must Act Now to Avoid Becoming India’s Next Traffic Nightmare
With growth speeding up, Nagpur faces a choice. Plan smart or risk the gridlock that cripples India’s biggest cities.

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Aug 15, 202513 min read


Nagpur Vidhan Bhavan: Century-Old Seat of Maharashtra’s Winter Legislature
Uncover the fascinating story of Nagpur Vidhan Bhavan, from colonial origins to its role in shaping Maharashtra’s governance.

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Aug 15, 202511 min read


Poona Plates Reveal Vidarbha’s Power and Politics in the 5th Century
Ancient Poona Plates detail Vidarbha’s pivotal role in Vakataka rule, with insights into power, land grants and culture.

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Aug 15, 20256 min read


5 Folk Song Traditions from Vidarbha
Five folk song forms from Vidarbha reveal traditions rooted in farming, devotion, and seasonal community life.

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Aug 14, 20254 min read


Nagpur’s Public Spaces Face a Surge in Costly Vandalism
From stolen benches to graffiti on metro coaches, vandalism is straining Nagpur’s public infrastructure and civic resources.

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Aug 14, 202510 min read


Water Crisis Forcing Villages in Vidarbha Back to Open Defecation
Severe water shortages in Vidarbha are leaving toilets unusable, forcing many rural communities to return to open defecation.

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Aug 14, 20257 min read


Ancient Chandala Caves Unveil Forgotten Buddhist Past of Vidarbha
Ancient rock-cut Chandala caves in Vidarbha reveal rare Buddhist inscriptions and architecture from over two millennia ago.

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Aug 14, 20256 min read


5 Cuisines That Define Vidarbha’s Culinary Identity
From fiery Saoji curries to Nagpur’s Tarri Poha, uncover five authentic dishes rooted in Vidarbha’s rich food culture.

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Aug 13, 20255 min read


India’s First Regional Energy Transition Plan Focuses on Vidarbha’s Coal Belt
A decade-long plan sets out to turn Vidarbha’s coal hub into a powerhouse for green energy and future-ready industries.

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Aug 13, 20257 min read


Public Toilet Crisis in Vidarbha: 5 Years of Promises and Decay
Inside Vidarbha’s troubled sanitation drive. Five years marked by progress in construction but crippling maintenance failures.

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Aug 13, 20257 min read


Nagpur Flight Cuts Threaten City’s Logistics Hub Ambitions
Multiple routes vanish from Nagpur’s schedule, disrupting growth plans and striking a blow to its logistics hub vision.

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Aug 13, 20256 min read


5 Local Organisations Driving Ground-Level Change in Vidarbha
Five small organisations in Vidarbha are transforming farming, healthcare, water access and conservation at the grassroots.

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Aug 12, 20254 min read


NAMASTE Scheme in Vidarbha: Unseen Struggles Behind Mechanised Sanitation
Vidarbha’s NAMASTE rollout reveals stark gaps, worker stories, and urgent challenges behind mechanised sanitation.

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Aug 12, 202511 min read


Kaundinyapur: Ancient Capital of Vidarbha’s Epic Past
Step into Kaundinyapur’s epic past, from royal legends to archaeological finds shaping Vidarbha’s ancient identity.

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Aug 12, 20256 min read


Poor Bus Station Planning in Nagpur: A Crisis of Infrastructure Neglect
Neglect, poor planning, and delays have left Nagpur’s bus stations in crisis, impacting thousands of daily travellers.

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Aug 12, 202510 min read
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