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Rishi Kheti and Vidarbha Farmers: How Ancient Farming Methods May Cut Costs and Debt
Rishi Kheti offers Vidarbha's small farmers a way to reduce input costs and escape the debt cycle through natural farming principles.

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Oct 1, 20257 min read


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

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Oct 1, 20256 min read


Defence investments shift focus: Vidarbha rises as Maharashtra’s new hub
Major defence projects are reshaping Vidarbha’s role in Maharashtra, with Nagpur drawing big-ticket aerospace and military deals.

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Sep 30, 20256 min read


Brahma Vidya Mandir: The Women’s Ashram from Vidarbha
Witness how a trailblazing Vidarbha ashram redefined women’s empowerment and spiritual community in India.

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Sep 30, 20257 min read


Saoner in Vidarbha: Ancient Roots Meet Bold Modern Growth
Uncover Saoner's rich history, cultural heritage, and emerging role as a key industrial and political hub in Vidarbha.

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Sep 30, 20257 min read


Wild Dogs of Vidarbha: Inside the World of the Elusive Dhole
Dholes roam Vidarbha’s forests in secretive packs. Their survival, threats and behaviour reveal a hidden story of the wild.

thenewsdirt
Sep 29, 20257 min read


Lost Survey Genius: William Lambton and Hinganghat’s Overlooked Memorial
The Hinganghat grave of William Lambton hides a story of scientific ambition and a survey that shaped India forever.

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Sep 29, 20259 min read


Paunar in Vidarbha: Untold History from Ancient Capital to Social Reform Hub
Paunar in Vidarbha holds ancient secrets and modern heritage, blending Vakataka glory with Vinoba Bhave’s historic social movement.

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Sep 26, 20258 min read


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

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Sep 26, 20255 min read


Vidarbha’s Small Farmers Are Turning the Tide with Drought-Proof Cropping Patterns
New cropping patterns are quietly transforming Vidarbha’s small farms and helping farmers thrive against relentless drought.

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Sep 25, 20255 min read


Queen Prabhavatigupta: The Gupta Princess Who Ruled the Vakataka Empire from Vidarbha
From her royal lineage to her role as Vakataka ruler, learn why Queen Prabhavatigupta remains one of Vidarbha’s most remarkable historical figures.

thenewsdirt
Sep 25, 20257 min read


Beti Bachao Beti Padhao in Vidarbha: District Data Reveals Ground Realities
Wardha, Bhandara, and Gondia districts show surprising trends in sex ratio and girl child education under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme.

thenewsdirt
Sep 24, 20256 min read


Altaf Raja’s Deep Bond with Nagpur and the Song That Defined Him
How Altaf Raja, born in Nagpur, rose to fame with “Tum To Thehre Pardesi” and maintained a deep bond with his city’s musical culture.

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Sep 24, 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.

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Sep 23, 202515 min read


Zamindar Bungalow Amravati: A Testament to Colonial-Era Architectural Grandeur
Step into Amravati’s Zamindar Bungalow for rare colonial-era design secrets, family stories and Vidarbha heritage.

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Sep 22, 20255 min read


Vidarbha's Emerging AVGC-XR Hub: Maharashtra’s ₹3,268 Crore Creative Tech Push
Maharashtra sets the stage with ₹3,268 crore for AVGC-XR, sparking growth and innovation in Vidarbha’s creative technology landscape.

thenewsdirt
Sep 19, 20258 min read


Trees Powering Vidarbha’s Economy Through Forest Wealth
From tendu leaves to bamboo, see how Vidarbha’s forests fuel incomes, tribal livelihoods and rural growth.

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Sep 19, 20256 min read


Vidarbha Heritage Urban Development: Why Ambitious Plans Face Tough Reality
Vidarbha’s heritage urban projects reveal funding gaps and coordination failures reshaping historic sites and cultural landmarks.

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Sep 19, 20258 min read


Protests Shake Vidarbha as Special Security Bill Ignites Fierce Statewide Pushback
Sweeping protests erupt across Maharashtra, including Vidarbha, after the Special Public Security Bill’s passage, drawing widespread opposition.

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Sep 18, 20256 min read


Saja Tree: The Sacred Lifeline of Vidarbha’s Tribal Communities
From rituals to medicine and timber, the Saja tree shapes tribal life in Vidarbha, standing as a sacred and vital presence.

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Sep 18, 20255 min read
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