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Nashik Prashashti: Ancient Queen's Stone Eulogy Reveals Lost Kingdom of Vidarbha
How a grieving mother's 1,900-year-old inscription carved in stone unveiled the dramatic conquest of Vidarbha.

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Jul 30, 20257 min read


Satavahanas in Vidarbha: Trade, Inscriptions and Lost Power
Buddhist stupas, Roman coins, and a vanished dynasty, Vidarbha’s Satavahana era left deeper marks than history admits.

thenewsdirt
Jul 29, 20254 min read


Maharashtra Extends Nazul Land Amnesty Scheme: A Game-Changer for Vidarbha Property Holders
Nagpur and Amravati see a major boost as Maharashtra slashes nazul land charges, reshaping Vidarbha’s property landscape.

thenewsdirt
Jul 28, 202514 min read


Natural Gas Pipeline Progress in Vidarbha: A Detailed Report
Vidarbha’s energy map shifts as major pipelines, city gas grids and industrial links reshape fuel access for homes and factories.

thenewsdirt
Jul 28, 20256 min read


Bhadravati’s Hidden History: From Ancient Caves to Today’s Vidarbha Town
Trace Bhadravati’s journey in Vidarbha, where megalithic sites and ancient temples reveal a unique cultural story.

thenewsdirt
Jul 28, 20256 min read


Self-Sufficiency as True Swaraj: Vidarbha Villages Rewrite Development
Vidarbha villages show how community-driven action builds real swaraj through innovation, tradition, and local strength.

thenewsdirt
Jul 25, 202513 min read


Chanda Kingdom: The Untold Story of Vidarbha’s Mighty Gond Empire
Unveil the powerful Chanda Kingdom’s rich history, culture, and legacy that shaped Vidarbha for nearly nine centuries.

thenewsdirt
Jul 25, 202512 min read


Chimur Kranti: Vidarbha’s Three-Day Revolt That Shook British Rule
A village in Vidarbha broke colonial chains for three days, sparking fierce resistance that rattled the British Empire.

thenewsdirt
Jul 25, 202512 min read


Chimur Fort: From Gond Dynasty Stronghold to Symbol of Vidarbha’s Untold Revolution
Once a Gond dynasty fort, Chimur became ground zero for Vidarbha’s 1942 uprising, now remembered by a memorial.

thenewsdirt
Jul 24, 202511 min read


Gawilghur Fort: The Untold Story of Vidarbha’s Most Defiant Stronghold
Once a prized hill fortress in Vidarbha, Gawilghur's ruins still guard centuries of battles, secrets, and lost empires.

thenewsdirt
Jul 24, 20256 min read


Ancient Vijasan Caves: Vidarbha’s Largest Forgotten Buddhist Site in Chandrapur
Carved over 2,000 years ago, Vijasan Caves in Chandrapur reveal Vidarbha’s biggest early Buddhist monastic complex.

thenewsdirt
Jul 23, 20257 min read


Vanished for a Century: The Forest Owlet’s Fragile Return to Vidarbha
Once thought extinct, the Forest Owlet has reappeared in Vidarbha’s forests, but its survival is hanging by a thread.

thenewsdirt
Jul 23, 20258 min read


Trivikrama Temple of Ramtek: 5th-Century Marvel of Vidarbha
Ramtek’s Trivikrama Temple reveals Vakataka artistry and ancient Hindu heritage in Maharashtra’s historic Vidarbha hills.

thenewsdirt
Jul 22, 20258 min read


Malguzari Tanks: A Potential Lifeline for Vidarbha's Agriculture
Uncover the revival of Malguzari tanks, Vidarbha's historic water systems boosting agriculture and sustainability.

thenewsdirt
Jul 21, 20257 min read


Ancient Splendour at Ramtek: The Rudra Narasimha Temple's 1,600-Year Legacy
Uncover the forgotten 5th-century Rudra Narasimha Temple built by a Gupta queen in Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region.

thenewsdirt
Jul 21, 20255 min read


Journalists Booked and Jailed in Vidarbha for Criticising Authorities
FIRs, arrests, and harsh charges reveal how government agencies in Vidarbha have targeted journalists since 2020.

thenewsdirt
Jul 18, 20258 min read


Chikhaldhara: Maharashtra's Only Coffee-Producing Region in Vidarbha Hills
Chikhaldhara, Vidarbha’s sole coffee hill station, crafts unique brews with citrus notes, facing climate and market hurdles.

thenewsdirt
Jul 17, 20256 min read


Nagzira Tiger Reserve: A Crucial Hub for Carnivore Monitoring and Prey Assessment
Inside the Vidarbha forest where tiger counts, prey tracking, and wild dog studies are reshaping conservation planning.

thenewsdirt
Jul 17, 20259 min read


Gram Geeta’s Rural Blueprint Echoes in Today’s Vidarbha Challenges
Written in 1979, Gram Geeta outlines rural strategies that mirror current policies across Vidarbha’s villages.

thenewsdirt
Jul 16, 20256 min read


Grace: The Marathi Literary Icon Who Put Vidarbha and Nagpur on the Cultural Map
Grace's journey from Nagpur's streets to Sahitya Akademi Award reveals how Vidarbha shaped Maharashtra's beloved literary icon.

thenewsdirt
Jul 15, 20257 min read
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