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Chandrapur Anganwadi Workers Report Irregular Honorarium Payments
Chandrapur Anganwadi workers face irregular honorarium payments, crippling rural families amid delayed reimbursements and chronic financial chaos.

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Jan 76 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


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


3 Rappers from Vidarbha Who Deserve National Recognition
Three distinct rap voices are reshaping Maharashtra’s soundscape as Vidarbha’s streets rise into India’s hip hop spotlight.

thenewsdirt
Nov 12, 20256 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


NCAP’s Uneven Battle: Tracking Pollution Control in Nagpur and Chandrapur
Inside Vidarbha’s industrial core, Nagpur and Chandrapur reveal NCAP’s mixed record in cleaning toxic skies.

thenewsdirt
Nov 4, 20257 min read


Miniature Sculptures at Rishi Kashi Lake: Ancient Secrets of Vidarbha’s Hidden Art
Rare 4th-8th century rock-cut miniature sculptures near Warora reveal unique ancient art in Vidarbha’s historic Rishi Kashi lake area.

thenewsdirt
Oct 22, 202513 min read


Warora’s Forgotten Past: From Vakataka Roots to the Coal Age Pulse
Uncover Warora’s layered evolution from ancient Vakataka rule to its rise as Chandrapur’s coal-powered heart.

thenewsdirt
Oct 21, 202514 min read


Ballarpur Teak: Vidarbha’s Golden Legacy in India’s Timber Trade
From Vidarbha’s forests to Parliament and Ram Mandir, Ballarpur teak’s unmatched quality continues to define Indian craftsmanship.

thenewsdirt
Oct 17, 202512 min read


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

thenewsdirt
Oct 16, 202510 min read


India’s Steel Boom: Vidarbha’s Chandrapur and Gadchiroli Rise as Industry Powerhouses
India’s steel production surges with Vidarbha’s rich iron ore and coal reserves shaping Chandrapur and Gadchiroli’s industrial future.

thenewsdirt
Oct 13, 202511 min read


Traffic Management in Vidarbha: Five-Year Data Reveals Best and Worst Cities
Data over five years shows sharp contrasts in Vidarbha’s traffic safety, with some cities improving while others worsen.

thenewsdirt
Oct 7, 20256 min read


Urban Upgrades in Vidarbha: What’s Changing in Chandrapur, Akola, and Gondia
Vidarbha’s medium towns see big shifts in water and sewage systems under India’s AMRUT initiative.

thenewsdirt
Sep 23, 202515 min read


NULM’s impact on slums and small entrepreneurs in Amravati, Akola, and Chandrapur
NULM’s self-employment and skill-training drive is reshaping slum livelihoods and small businesses in Amravati, Akola, and Chandrapur.

thenewsdirt
Sep 9, 202511 min read


Mana Naga Dynasty: Forgotten Serpent Kings of Vidarbha
Uncover the lost Mana Naga dynasty of Vidarbha, their forts, serpent goddess, and the rise of Gonds that ended their reign.

thenewsdirt
Sep 4, 20257 min read


Manikgarh Fortress: Secrets of Vidarbha's Lost Hillside Kingdom
Unlock untold stories of Manikgarh Fortress in Vidarbha, where dynasties shaped India's historic heart.

thenewsdirt
Sep 3, 202511 min read


Turmeric Farming Expands in Chandrapur and Gadchiroli
Turmeric farming in Chandrapur and Gadchiroli is gaining ground with strong demand, rising prices, and growing farmer interest.

thenewsdirt
Aug 26, 20254 min read


Deotak Inscriptions: Ashoka’s Edict and a Vakataka Temple in Stone
Deotak inscriptions reveal Ashoka’s moral edict and a Vakataka king’s temple record, bridging centuries of Vidarbha’s history.

thenewsdirt
Aug 25, 20255 min read


5 Cities in Vidarbha That Can Become Major Job Hubs
From textiles to heavy industry, see how 5 Vidarbha cities are turning into major centres of employment and growth.

thenewsdirt
Aug 20, 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.

thenewsdirt
Aug 13, 20257 min read
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