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Sindkhed Raja: Historical Town in Vidarbha Linked to Jijabai and Early Archaeological Finds
Sindkhed Raja in Buldhana is known for Rajmata Jijabai’s birthplace, ancient temples, forts, and rare archaeological finds.

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2 days ago5 min read


Shrikant Jichkar: Nagpur’s Scholar and Statesman
Shrikant Jichkar, Nagpur's polymath, earned 20 degrees and served as MLA and MP, leaving a lasting impact through education.

thenewsdirt
2 days ago5 min read


Khamgaon: Vidarbha's Silver City Built on Trade and Craft
Khamgaon, known as the Silver City, thrives on silver trade, cotton markets, and growing industry in northern Maharashtra.

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2 days ago5 min read


History of Buldhana: From Prehistoric Times to the Present Day
A detailed account of Buldhana’s history, tracing its journey from prehistoric times through ancient and colonial eras.

thenewsdirt
3 days ago4 min read


Mineral Resources of Vidarbha: Economic Significance and Environmental Impact
An overview of Vidarbha’s mineral wealth, its role in industries, and the ecological challenges of mining activities.

thenewsdirt
4 days ago5 min read


Anandwan in Chandrapur: Building a Self-Sustaining Community of Care and Dignity
Anandwan in Chandrapur stands as a self-sustaining community empowering people affected by leprosy and disabilities.

thenewsdirt
5 days ago5 min read


TRIFED’s Tribal Entrepreneurship Drive in Gadchiroli and Melghat
TRIFED’s Van Dhan Kendras support tribal producers in Gadchiroli and Melghat through training, value addition and market access.

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5 days ago5 min read


Drought-Stricken Vidarbha Faces Falling Dam Levels and Water Supply Gaps
Dam storage in Vidarbha drops sharply over three years, disrupting water supply, irrigation, and power generation.

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5 days ago5 min read


Narnala Fort in Akola: Tracing the History and Legends of Vidarbha's Hill Stronghold
Narnala Fort in Akola stands as a historic hill fortress shaped by centuries of battles, rulers, and local legends.

thenewsdirt
6 days ago6 min read


Aspirational Districts Programme: Development Progress in Vidarbha’s Backwards Regions
Tracking the impact of the Aspirational Districts Programme on health, education, agriculture and infrastructure in Vidarbha.

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6 days ago6 min read


Impact of Naxalism on Gadchiroli: Conflict, Development, and Change
Decades of Naxal insurgency have shaped Gadchiroli’s social, economic, political, and security landscape.

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6 days ago7 min read


Why Vidarbha Statehood Remains a Big Question
The demand for a separate Vidarbha state continues to stir debate, with strong arguments on both sides of the discussion.

thenewsdirt
Apr 259 min read


Maharogi Seva Samiti: India’s First Gandhian-Led Leprosy Care Centre in Wardha
Maharogi Seva Samiti at Dattapur, founded in 1936, marked India’s first Gandhian-led initiative for leprosy care and rehabilitation.

thenewsdirt
Apr 245 min read


Battles That Shaped Vidarbha: A Historical Overview
A detailed account of key battles fought in Vidarbha, tracing shifts in power from the Mughals to the British East India Company.

thenewsdirt
Apr 245 min read


Staff Shortages Continue to Weaken Healthcare in Vidarbha
Severe staff shortages in Vidarbha’s hospitals keep healthcare services out of reach for many across the region.

thenewsdirt
Apr 246 min read


Gandhi and Parchure Shastri: A Stand Against Untouchability and Leprosy Stigma at Sevagram
How Gandhi challenged untouchability and leprosy stigma through his care for the Sanskrit scholar Parchure Shastri at Sevagram.

thenewsdirt
Apr 234 min read


Vidarbha’s Tribal Roots: Bhil, Koli, Halba and Kaikadi
A detailed look at the lives, traditions, languages, and occupations of Bhil, Koli, Halba and Kaikadi communities in Vidarbha.

thenewsdirt
Apr 235 min read


Nagpur’s Growing Role in India’s Semiconductor Sector
Nagpur is emerging as a potential hub in India’s semiconductor mission with strong infrastructure and policy support.

thenewsdirt
Apr 236 min read


The Historical Journey of Akola: From Ancient Kingdom to Cotton City
Tracing Akola's history from its ancient Vidarbha roots through dynastic rule, colonial era, freedom struggle to modern growth.

thenewsdirt
Apr 226 min read


India’s Ethanol Blending Push: Impact on Vidarbha’s Sugarcane Farmers
India’s ethanol blending policy shapes sugarcane farming in Vidarbha, impacting Buldhana and Yavatmal’s economy and water use.

thenewsdirt
Apr 225 min read
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