Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini urged the Centre for increased allocations in rural & urban infrastructure, agriculture, and capital investment for FY27. He highlighted the state's role as India's breadbasket and its NCR logistics hub potential.
Maharashtra government sanctions ₹73.33 lakh for Chikhaldara, Vidarbha's only hill station, as part of a ₹4.40 crore package for six hill towns to improve tourist infrastructure. Read more.
Patna's Saras Mela concluded after 24 days, drawing 18 lakh visitors and generating over Rs 28.52 crore for rural artisans. The event was extended due to massive public demand.
Maharashtra govt approves 13 Umed Malls statewide, with 4 in Vidarbha, to provide permanent market access for women self-help groups. A Rs 20 crore initiative set to benefit 60 lakh families.
The new VB-G RAM G Act replaces MGNREGA, shifting from a legal right to work to a budget-driven scheme. For Andhra Pradesh, this could mean a wage burden of ₹3,470 crore and risks for vulnerable workers. Experts call for a state review.
Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Yadav approves two new BSRB branches in Parsarma and Laukaha to boost rural banking and financial inclusion. Details inside.
Key political players in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region struggled to nominate candidates for all Nagpur municipal wards, highlighting alliance pressures and internal issues. Discover the inside story.
Over 80 BJP workers resign in Nagpur ahead of Jan 15 polls, citing ticket denial to locals. Major political alliances across Vidarbha's municipal corporations fracture, setting stage for multi-cornered contests. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur endured 17 days below 10°C in December, becoming Vidarbha's coldest city. The prolonged chill worsened air quality and spiked respiratory illnesses. Read more.
Violence and protests erupted across Vidarbha as Shiv Sena and BJP cadres revolted after being denied tickets for the civic polls. Clashes reported in Amravati, Akola, and Chandrapur.
Beed district in Maharashtra has become the state's top performer in rural housing schemes, with over 50,000 families moving into new homes. Discover how mission-mode execution overcame key challenges.
Karnataka cricket team enters as strong favourites for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, riding an impressive eight-match unbeaten run and a stellar recent record. Discover their journey and key stats.
Vidarbha opener Aman Mokhade, mentored by Jwala Singh, is having a sensational 2025-26 domestic season, leading the Vijay Hazare Trophy charts and excelling in Ranji Trophy. Discover his inspiring journey.
Tourist destinations across Vidarbha witness a massive surge ahead of New Year. MTDC resorts report full occupancy, private hotels see over 80% bookings. Discover the festive plans driving this revival.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Shrimad Rajchandra Sarvamangal Centre for Women in Dharampur. This 11-acre hub aims to skill 15,000+ rural women annually, boosting Atmanirbhar Bharat. Read more.
Vidarbha's Dhruv Shorey scores fifth consecutive List A century, matching N. Jagadeesan's unique record in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26. Get live cricket updates and scores.
The inaugural Nagpur-Navi Mumbai flight landed Thursday, starting daily service. This new route offers faster travel for Vidarbha's professionals and students. Read more about the enhanced air connectivity.
BJP and Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena agree to fight Nagpur, Amravati, Akola, Chandrapur civic polls as Mahayuti. Seat-sharing for Nagpur remains unresolved. Key details inside.
India's new VB-GRAM G Act replaces the landmark MGNREGA, shifting from a rights-based job guarantee to a centrally allocated scheme. Experts warn this could depress rural wages and slow economic revival. Read the full analysis.
A TOI probe reveals private moneylenders in Maharashtra's suicide belt get licences easily, as farm distress pushes farmers to extremes. Read the full investigation.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis orders action on a ₹20,000-per-hectare bonus for paddy growers after BJP leader Sudhir Mungantiwar's representation. Relief expected for farmers hit by rising costs and unseasonal rain.
Private money lenders in Vidarbha lent over Rs 227 crore in 2025, but a mere Rs 21,000 went to farming. Explore the debt crisis and its link to farmer suicides. Read the full investigation.
Bengal pulled off a record chase of 383 vs Vidarbha in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025. Dhruv Shorey's 136 in vain as Shahbaz Ahmed, Abhimanyu Easwaran star. Read the full match report.
Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench reprimands NHAI official for incorrect information in PIL about stalled Nagpur-Katol highway, demands explanation by Jan 13, 2026. Read the full report.
Kanpur's Saras Mela, from Jan 4-6 at Moti Jheel Lawn, will showcase self-help groups' products. The fair aims to boost rural marketing and women's economic empowerment. Read details.
Uttar Pradesh government allocates Rs 3,500 crore for health infrastructure, hospital expansion, and modern equipment. Focus on rural healthcare and Ayushman Bharat implementation.
RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat inaugurated the state-of-the-art Pt Deendayal Chandrapur Cancer Hospital, a ₹280 crore facility aimed at providing accessible, affordable cancer care in Vidarbha region.
Maharashtra MIDC appoints a nodal committee to oversee the ₹1,492 crore PM MITRA Textile Park's second phase in Amravati, targeting 2 lakh jobs. Read the full story.
President Murmu assents to VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. While work days rise to 125, funding burden on states & a 60-day pause in peak farm season spark debate. Analysis inside.