Nagpur
City in Maharashtra, India
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Nagpur is the second capital and third-largest city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is called the heart of India because of its central geographical location. It is the largest and most populated city in central India. Also known as the "Orange City", Nagpur is the 13th largest city in India by population. According to an Oxford's Economics report, Nagpur is projected to be the fifth fastest growing city in the world from 2019 to 2035 with an average growth of 8.41%. It has been proposed as one of the Smart Cities in Maharashtra and is one of the top ten cities in India in Smart City Project execution.
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'Father had different dreams for me': CJI Gavai reflects on early struggles; gets emotionalChief Justice of India, Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, shared his personal journey at a Nagpur event, recalling his family's sacrifices and his father's dream of him becoming a lawyer dedicated to social..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Custody no longer needed': Bombay high court bail to 9 Nagpur riots accusedIndiaTimes - Published | |
Kochi-Delhi IndiGo flight makes emergency landing at Nagpur due to...According to Lohit Matani, DCP Nagpur, all passengers have been safely deboarded, and an investigation is currently underway. Preliminary checks have not found anything suspicious so far, officials..DNA - Published | |
5 quizzed over disappearance of Nagpur woman near LoC village in KargilIndiaTimes - Published | |
Maharashtra govt spends Rs 47 lakh to acquire historic ‘Raghuji Sword’ of Nagpur's Bhonsle dynastyThe Maharashtra government has successfully acquired the historic 'Raghuji Sword' for Rs 47.15 lakh. This centuries-old weapon belonged to Raje Raghuji Bhonsle, founder of the Nagpur's Bhonsle dynasty...IndiaTimes - Published | |
In HC, Nagpur civic chief apologises for bulldozing homes of riot accusedNagpur's municipal commissioner has issued an unconditional apology to the Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench following the demolition of riot accused Fahim Khan's home. The demolition occurred without..IndiaTimes - Published | |
DNA Verified: Has PM Modi announced his retirement from politics? Know the truth behind viral graphicThe viral graphic states that the announcement comes two days after meeting with RSS in Nagpur on Sunday.DNA - Published | |
Skyroot successfully test fires 3rd stage of Vikram-1 rocketSkyroot Aerospace, a Hyderabad-based spacetech startup, successfully tested the third stage of its Vikram-1 rocket, named Kalam-100. The test featured an advanced flex nozzle and captured extensive..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Nagpur scribe who made threat call to historian sent to jail for 2 weeksPrashant Koratkar, a journalist from Nagpur facing charges of making a threat call and inciting enmity, has been remanded in judicial custody for two weeks in Kolhapur. His bail hearing is set for..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi's Trip dispels saffron rift buzz ahead of key pollsPM Modi's visit to the RSS memorial in Nagpur solidified BJP-RSS ties amid speculation about BJP's next president. Modi's interaction with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also coincided with the Hindu New Year..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi shares highlights of Nagpur visit, thanks people for affectionIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Our govt always followed Babasaheb's path': PM Modi pays tribute to Ambedkar in NagpurPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited Deekshabhoomi in Nagpur, paying homage to BR Ambedkar and reaffirming his government's commitment to social justice. Modi also paid tribute to RSS founders at..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Inspires us to serve the nation': PM Modi's note on RSS founder Hedgewar, ex-chief GolwalkarPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Smruti Mandir in Nagpur, paying homage to the founder of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, and the second chief, MS Golwalkar. He..IndiaTimes - Published | Watch: PM Modi pays tribute to RSS founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, meets Mohan BhagwatIndiaTimes - Published |
'No difference of opinion between BJP, RSS,' says Sangh as it praises PM Modi's Nagpur visitRashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) said there is "no difference in opinion" with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the RSS headquarters in Nagpur. RSS member..IndiaTimes - Published | Radical outfit member ‘who incited Nagpur riots’ heldNagpur police have arrested Faizan Khatib, linked to a radical Islamist group, for allegedly instigating riots on March 17. His arrest follows those of Fahim Khan and Hamid Engineer, who are charged..IndiaTimes - Published |
After Nagpur riot, spotlight on kingpin's mentor, once an 'anti-terrorism crusader'IndiaTimes - Published | 'High-handed', fumes HC as Nagpur riot accused's home razed before court stayMunicipal bulldozers in Nagpur demolished properties linked to riot suspects, including alleged mastermind Fahim Khan, under heavy police security. The Bombay high court later halted further..IndiaTimes - Published |
'A traitor is a traitor': Uddhav Thackeray backs comic Kunal KamraUddhav Thackeray has defended comedian Kunal Kamra for calling deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde a 'traitor,' stating Kamra expressed public sentiment. Thackeray criticized the attack on Kamra's..IndiaTimes - Published | House of Nagpur riots accused to be demolished todayIndiaTimes - Published |
Nagpur riot-hurt dies; CM Devendra Fadnavis says vandals must pay upIndiaTimes - Published | Nagpur violence: What about instigators, asks Congress as Fadnavis orders 'UP-style' actionIndiaTimes - Published |
'Rioters will pay for damages ... will use bulldozers if needed': Maharashtra CM Fadnavis on Nagpur violenceMaharashtra CM Fadnavis reviewed the communal violence in Nagpur due to the Aurangzeb tomb row. He emphasized that rioters would bear the costs of damages, with assets sold if necessary. The unrest..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Will not be spared': Ajit Pawar threatens those intimidating Muslims after Nagpur violenceMaharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar has warned against attempts to intimidate the Muslim community or create communal discord, asserting they will face serious consequences. Speaking at an..IndiaTimes - Published |
Nagpur Violence: 10 minors among fresh arrests by police; total 105 heldPolice in Nagpur have arrested 105 individuals, including 10 minors, after violence erupted due to rumors about the burning of a sacred 'chadar'. Special teams have been formed to identify more..IndiaTimes - Published | 250-strong 'troll army' fanned Nagpur flames, claim policeIndiaTimes - Published |
Row Over Aurangzeb's tomb: What does FIR say about Nagpur violence?According to the First Information Report (FIR), a man accused of taking part in the Nagpur violence allegedly touched an on-duty woman police officer inappropriately. It started with a Row Over..DNA - Published | Bollywood film blamed for violent riots in India Chhaava, a 2025 Bollywood action film based on Hindu warrior Sambhaji who fought against the Muslim Mughal ruler Aurangzeb, has been blamed for inciting riots in the city of Nagpur.Sky News - Published |
'Glorifying invaders act of treason': UP CM Yogi Adityanath amid Aurangzeb rowUttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath labelled endorsing invaders like Aurangzeb as treason, emphasizing respect for India's cultural heritage. His remarks follow the controversy over the Mughal..IndiaTimes - Published | Row over Aurangzeb's grave: What did this MUSLIM cleric say on alleged molestation of policewoman during Nagpur violence?Nagpur police registered an FIR on the alleged molestation of policewoman, with the FIR saying that a mob attempted to disrobe her and shouted insulting slogans.DNA - Published |
We will catch you, even in your graves: CM Devendra Fadnavis to Nagpur riotersIndiaTimes - Published | 'Mastermind' of Nagpur unrest, 8 saffron activists among 78 heldIndiaTimes - Published |
Nagpur violence: Opposition slams government over 'intelligence failure' as CM calls riots 'pre-planned'IndiaTimes - Published | Will be 'dug out from graves' to face law: Fadnavis warns Nagpur riotersIndiaTimes - Published |
Nagpur violence: Police arrest eight VHP, Bajrang Dal workers after surrenderEight VHP and Bajrang Dal workers surrendered to Kotwali police in connection with recent violence in Nagpur. Clashes erupted over protests demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, resulting in..IndiaTimes - Published | Nagpur Riots: What did RSS say on Aurangzeb? How may it impact VHP? Politics over 300-year-old GRAVE deconstructedThe RSS stand has come at a time when tensions are high after violence broke out in Nagpur over the demand to remove Aurangzeb's tomb and various rumours connected to it.DNA - Published |
'No type of violence good for society': RSS on Nagpur riots, says 'Aurangzeb not relevant today'The RSS has distanced itself from the controversy over demands to demolish Aurangzeb's tomb in Khultabad. Recent violent clashes between groups resulted in curfews being imposed. Maharashtra CM..IndiaTimes - Published | Faheem Khan, mastermind of Nagpur violence, arrested; granted police custody till...Local politician Faheem Khan, prime accused in the Nagpur violence case, has been arrested.DNA - Published |
Nagpur violence: Accused touched female cop inappropriately, FIR revealsA reported Nagpur violence incident involved an accused inappropriately touching a woman police official during a clash. Provoked by the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, the unrest led to vandalism and..IndiaTimes - Published | Nagpur violence pre-planned; anger against Aurangzeb coming out after B'wood film: CM FadnavisUnrest erupted in Nagpur following protests for the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, resulting in violence. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis termed it pre-planned, while Deputy CM Eknath Shinde accused..IndiaTimes - Published |
Uddhav slams Fadnavis, claims BJP inciting riotsOpposition MVA criticised Maharashtra government over Nagpur violence, with Uddhav Thackeray questioning CM Fadnavis's actions and MPCC chief Sapkal clarifying his comments about Fadnavis. Uddhav..IndiaTimes - Published | 2 critical, 30% Nagpur under curfew, 50 heldA curfew was imposed in 30% of Nagpur following clashes sparked by protests demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. Over 50 arrests were made, six FIRs filed, and significant police presence..IndiaTimes - Published |
Not Nagpur, Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb is located in THIS lesser-known city of MaharashtraAurangzeb, one of the most controversial figures in Indian history, died in Ahmednagar (officially Ahilyanagar) -- a city in the west-central part of Maharashtra, some 130 kilometers from his place of..DNA - Published | Nagpur violence: 'Chhaava' film reignited people's emotions, attacks seems 'premeditated,' says Devendra FadnavisMaharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis attributed recent violence in Nagpur to heightened emotions from the Chhaava movie, which depicts Maratha history. Violence erupted after protests against Aurangzeb's..IndiaTimes - Published |
Aurangzeb tomb row: Nagpur on edge amid violent clashes; oppn targets Maharashtra govt; top developmentsViolence erupted in Nagpur following a right-wing protest demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb. The unrest escalated after rumors of a religious book burning, leading to arson, stone-pelting, and..IndiaTimes - Published | Aurangzeb tomb tension: Arson, stone-pelting in Nagpur, 50 arrestedIndiaTimes - Published |
4 injured as violence erupts in Nagpur amid Aurangzeb tomb row; CM Fadnavis appeals for calmLate on Monday (March 17), a violent clash broke out between two groups in Nagpur, Maharashtra, just hours after the right-wing organisation Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) held a protest calling for the..DNA - Published | Aurangzeb tomb tension: Arson, stone-pelting in Nagpur, 50 arrested; Fadnavis, Gadkari urge Nagpur residents not to believe rumoursViolent clashes in central Nagpur left dozens wounded as protests demanding the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb escalated. Police and firemen were injured, vehicles torched, and arrests of rioters made...IndiaTimes - Published |
Nagpur violence under control, Section 144 imposed: Police Commissioner Ravinder SingalThe violent clashes erupted in Nagpur's Mahal area, where a mob of nearly 1,000 people engaged in large-scale stone-pelting, vandalism, and arson, injuring several police personnel and damaging..IndiaTimes - Published | Ahead of BJP president poll, PM Modi to meet Mohan BhagwatPM Narendra Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat will share the stage in Nagpur on March 30, marking their first public appearance together since the Ram Mandir consecration. The event comes amid..IndiaTimes - Published |
