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KC’s Edu Expo on April 26

Indian students aiming to acquire a foreign university degree but sceptical about going abroad, can now study at top global universities without leaving India. The best part is that they can pursue the same curriculum, with the same faculty standards and earn the same degree, at a fraction of the cost. Interested students and parents can avail all the essential information by attending KC’s Edu Expo on April 26 from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm at KC Overseas Education, IT Park, Nagpur. Attendees can meet ..

Premji Invest backs NewEra Hospitals to expand quality quaternary care

Premji Invest and New Era Hospitals on Thursday announced an investment in the Maharashtra-based multispecialty hospital platform. The capital from Premji Invest will be deployed towards the launch of three new hospitals in Nagpur, expanding capacity to 800 beds from 350 beds. The investment supports the expansion of NewEra Hospitals to deepen access to quaternary care across the region. NewEra Hospitals currently has two hospitals in Nagpur and one hospital in Navi Mumbai. It has established strong ..

KIMS Kingsway Hospitals achieves landmark of 100 successful kidney transplants

KIMS Kingsway Hospitals has achieved a remarkable milestone with the successful completion of 100 kidney transplants, further strengthening its reputationas a centre of excellence for advanced renal care in Central India. This significant accomplishment underscores the hospital’s unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and comprehensive care for individuals suffering from end-stage kidney disease. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Prakash Khetan said, “This milestone is a testament ..

CA Premlata Saboo nominated on ICAI panel

EMINENT Chartered Accountant CA Premlata Saboo has been nominated on the Valuation Committee of WIRC of ICAI for the year 2026–27. The committee has been constituted to work on various matters relating to valuation of businesses, shares, securities,..

Manish Malhotra offers internships to NIF Global Nagpur students

 Business Reporter :  It was a proud moment for fashion and design students in the city when renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra announced internship opportunities for students of NIF Global Nagpur during a talk show held in Indore. A tota..

VIA LEW organises workshop

Lady Entrepreneurs’ Wing of Vidarbha Industries Association (VIA LEW) organised an inspiring session titled “How to Turn Your Passion into Profit” on Tuesday at Udyam Sabhagruh, Nagpur. The session was led by renowned chocolate business coach and Co-Founder of Tricous Chocolates, Lulua Kapadia, who shared valuable insights from her journey of building a successful brand from the ground up. Kapadia emphasized the importance of developing a strong personal identity without relying on external validation. ..

Spacewood offers widest range of customised wardrobes

Spacewood, one of India’s leading modular furniture brands, launched its widest-ever range of customised wardrobes, redefining how modern homes approach storage, aesthetics, and functionality. With over three decades of manufacturing expertise, Spacewood continues to push boundaries by offering design-led, highly customizable wardrobe solutions that cater to diverse lifestyles, space requirements, and evolving interior trends. The newly introduced range features an extensive variety of contemporary ..

Kabir Chhillar of Allen bags All India Rank 1

The National Testing Agency has released the JEE-Main 2026 All India Rank and Session 2 results. Allen Career Institute has once again proven its superiority in the results. Allen Career Institute CEO Nitin Kukreja stated that in the results seen so far, Allen Classroom student Kabir Chhillar has secured All India Rank 1. Furthermore, 4 of the Allen Classroom students have clinched AIR ranks in the top 10 AIR. Among them, Arnav Gautam secured Rank 5, Shubham Kumar secured Rank 6, and Rishi Premnath ..

‘Govt is committed to creating trader-friendly APMC ecosystem’

A delegation of Chamber of Associations of Maharashtra Industry & Trade (CAMIT), led by its President Dr Dipen Agrawal and Chairman Mohan Gurnani, met Minister for Marketing & Protocol, Government of Maharashtra Jaykumar Rawal at Mantralaya on Tuesday and submitted a comprehensive representation highlighting critical issues affecting APMC traders across Maharashtra. Rawal gave a patient and positive hearing to the delegation and responded with prompt and decisive directions to the concerned officials...

Purified drinking water cooler opens at Super Speciality Hospital

A purified cold drinking water machine was inaugurated at Super Speciality Hospital, Nagpur, by Vidarbha Seva Samiti with support from the Bhutada family on Wednesday. The facility has been installed in the memory of late Dilip Bhutada in the hospital premises to benefit patients, their relatives and visitors, especially during the summer. The programme was presided over by Virendra Chandak, President, Maheshwari Panchayat, Nagpur. Chetna Tank, former Corporator, emphasised that providing water to ..

MSEDCL asks consumers to pay additional deposit

Power consumers in the MSEDCL’s Nagpur Circle will receive a separate bill for ‘Additional Security Deposit’ along with their electricity bills for April and May. MSEDCL has appealed to consumers to extend cooperation by paying the amount, stating that the process is being implemented as per Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) regulations. Consumers use electricity first and pay the bill later. It takes about one-and-a-half months for the bill to be generated and paid. To cover potential ..

Dinshaw’s unveil new campaign featuring Vinod Kambli

This summer, Dinshaw’s is bringing a richer, more indulgent twist to one of India’s most cherished dessert rituals, the final bite of an ice cream cone. With the launch of its new ‘Dildaari’ campaign, the brand has unveiled a reimagined cone experience featuring three times more solid chocolate at the bottom of the cone, turning the most anticipated indulgence into the hero of the story. Fronted by former Indian cricket icon Vinod Kambli, the campaign brings together emotion, nostalgia and generosity ..

Bhoomipujan of 450-bed National Health Care Institute on 24th

Patients in Nagpur and Central India will no longer have to run around for diagnosis and treatment of serious ailments. The city will soon have one-of-its-kind state-of-the-art comprehensive Multi-Speciality and Super-Speciality hospital with all diagnostic and treatment facilities under one roof. Dr Aabaji Thatte Sewa Aur Anusandhan Sanstha, which has established the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Nagpur, has taken up another mega public health care project -- the National Health Care Institute ..

Madhav Notani from ALLEN Nagpur is Vidarbha topper

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the results for the April session of JEE (Main) 2026 on Monday. In these results, students from ALLEN Nagpur have once again demonstrated their excellence. Ashutosh Hisaria, Vice President of ALLEN and Zonal Head for ALLEN Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh, stated that, based on the information received so far, ALLEN Nagpur classroom student Madhav Sadhuram Notani has topped the entire Vidarbha region by securing an All India Rank (AIR) of 91 with a percentile score ..

ICAD reinforces its academic excellence in CBSE 10th

 Admissions for upcoming batches are now open Business Reporter :  ICAD has once again reinforced its academic excellence with outstanding performance in the CBSE Class 10 Board Results, delivering exceptional scores across all performanc..

Pallotti hosts Graduation Ceremony 2026 for first autonomous batch

ST. VINCENT Pallotti College of Engineering & Technology (SVPCET), Nagpur, organised its Graduation Ceremony 2026 on Saturday, celebrating the academic achievements of its students, including the first batch under autonomous status. A total of 408 students participated in the ceremony, representing B.Tech programmes such as ETC, AI, CE, ME, EE, Civil, IT, and CSE (Data Science), along with M.Tech and B.Voc programmes...

Session of Bijay Anand by OCLF on April 24

 The Orange City Literature Festival, in collaboration with Raisoni Education and Chitnavis Centre, is set to host an inspiring session under its Knowledge Series titled “The Prosperity Code: The Spiritual Science of Wealth, Success, and Power...

Taxi drivers threaten to intensify agitation

Taxi drivers threaten to intensify agitation Taxi Vahan Chalak Malak Sayukta Kruti Samiti Nagpur, a union of traxi drivers, on Monday threatened to intensify their agitation if their demands are not met at the earliest possible. The taxi drivers said they will stop their services in the entire city very soon. Right now, the taxi drivers are not offering their services from Nagpur airport. Addressing a press conference here in the city on Monday, Deepak Sane, office-bearers of the body, said a large ..

Association demands strict action against Manewada bar attack

The Nagpur District Restaurant Permit Room Association has demanded strict action against assailants involved in a violent attack at a bar in Manewada Chowk and warned of protests if illegal liquor activities are not curbed within a week. Addressing a press conference, Rajeev Jaiswal, Association President, stated that licensed permit rooms are increasingly facing attacks, while unauthorised hotels and roadside establishments continue illegal liquor sales without licences. He urged the administration ..

Gold galore Akshay Tritiya witnesses Rs 150 cr jewellery buying

THE glitter of gold proved irresistible for the buyers on Sunday which sparked an unprecedented shopping frenzy across the district. Jewellers recorded a staggering turnover of approximately Rs 130 to Rs 150 crore on the day, showing consumers’ strong faith in the jewellery buying on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya...

Tirupati Urban Co-operative Bank registers business mix of Rs 1570 crore, net NPA at 0%

  Business Reporter : The bank posted an impressive Credit Deposit Ratio of 64.74 per cent per cent, PBT of Rs 702 lakh, Gross NPA of 1 per cent   Tirupati Urbank Cooperative Bank Ltd, one of the renowned and leading urban cooperative..

NCSC Member conducts review meeting at WCL

Member of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), Government of India, Waddepalley Ramchander, paid an official visit to Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) on Saturday. During this important visit, he conducted a detailed review of various issues related to the welfare of Scheduled Caste employees in the company, the implementation of reservation policies, and the protection of their rights. On this occasion, the commission’s Director G Sunil Kumar Babu, was also present. During the meeting, ..

Short circuit causes loss to farmer in Savangi Vyavahare

A devastating fire triggered by a short circuit and sparking in the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) three-phase power line has caused significant financial loss to a local farmer in Savangi Vyavahare, Kalmeshwar Taluka. The blaze erupted due to technical faults in the overhead power lines passing through the field belonging to Mangala Sudhakarrao Dhage. The fire spread rapidly, completely destroying 2 acres of ready-to-harvest wheat; and 100 orange trees. 5 to 7 tonnes ..

Tanishq introduces its latest collection ‘Hues’

As we approach the auspicious festival of Akshaya Tritiya, Tanishq, India’s leading jewellery brand from the House of Tata, taps into the natural gemstone jewellery - an emerging category witnessing growing consumer interest in India. Anchored in a curated selection of 100 per cent natural gemstones, this strategic move signals Tanishq’s intent to shape a space defined by authenticity, and design-led aesthetics, alongside the introduction of its latest collection, Hues, within this category. Modern ..

Akshaya Tritiya special offer from Khandelwal Jewelers

Khandelwal Jewelers, a renowned jewellery showroom in the city, has announced a special Akshaya Tritiya offer to mark its 15th anniversary. On this occasion, the jeweller extends its heartfelt gratitude to 1 million families across Maharashtra for the love and trust they have bestowed upon the brand. Under this special offer, customers will receive a flat 5 per cent discount on the making charges for 22-carat plain gold jewellery. This offer will be valid exclusively from the April 17 to 19. Additionally, ..

Spacewood launches stylish range of sofas, recliners

SPACEWOOD Furnishers Pvt Ltd, one of India’s leading premium modular furniture manufacturers, has announced the launch of its latest Living Room Furniture Collection, featuring an elegant range of contemporary sofas, recliners, and coordinated living room solutions designed for modern Indian homes. The newly introduced collection reflects Spacewood’s focus on comfort, refined aesthetics, and intelligent design. “Living rooms are the heart of family life,” said Darshan Shukla, Head – Home Furniture ..

Dr Asha Pande honoured with Varhadpande Memorial Award

On behalf of the Vidarbha sanshodhan mandal, Vasant Krishna Varhadpande Memorial Award ceremony and the release of the translated book ‘Temples in Karnataka and Their Socio-Economic Role’ by Dr Madan Kulkarni were held at the Dr V.V. Mirashi Hall of the Vidarbha Sanshodhan Mandal which was chaired by Raisoni university Amravati’s Vice Chancellor Dr Vinayak Deshpande. Dr Madan Kulkarni, Vice President of Vidharbha sanshodhan mandal, senior journalist and Member of Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh Shripad Aparajit, ..

Fire Service Day observed at National Fire Service College

AS PER the directive of Director General Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guard Ministry of Home Affairs Government of India, Fire Service Day was observed recently, at the National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur, marking the beginning of Fire Service Week from April 14 to 20, 2026. The occasion was dedicated to commemorating the supreme sacrifices made by fire service personnel in the line of duty and to spreading awareness on fire safety among the public...

Swarved Foundation holds musical event to honour late Asha Bhosle

A musical programme titled ‘Phiruni Navi Janmen Mi’ organised by Swarved Nagpur, was recently held to pay tributes to music legend and Padma Vibhushan awardee late Asha Bhosle, who passed away on Sunday. The programme featured several of Asha Bhosle’s iconic songs in both Hindi and Marathi, including ‘Salona Sa Sajan’, ‘Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar’, ‘Chhod Do Achal’, ‘Ude Jab Jab Zulfe Teri’, ‘Mai Chali Mai Chali’, ‘Chain Se Hamko Kabhi’ ‘Tarun Aahe Raat Azhun Hi’ that were rendered by various participants...

MSRTC’s Ngp Divn gears up for summer with preventive maintenance drive

As Vidarbha prepares for intense summer heat, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) Nagpur Division has initiated a comprehensive maintenance and preparedness drive to ensure safe, reliable and uninterrupted bus services. With temperatures expected to rise sharply, the focus is on preventing overheating and minimising technical failures. Preventive approach takes centre stage: Mahendra Kumar Neware, Mechanical Engineer (Operation), at the divisional workshop, said the division follows ..

Sepcial Akshay Tritiya offer at Jayanti Nagari 7

ON THE auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya, the award-winning project Jayanti Nagari 7 by Abhijit Realtors and Infrastructure Pvt Ltd (ARIPL) recognised as the “Best Residential Township in Vidarbha” by ICI–Ultratech presents an excellent opportunity to book your dream home for long-term investment. Traditionally regarded as one of the most auspicious Muhurta for making long-term investments, Akshay Tritiya symbolises everlasting prosperity making it an ideal time to book a home. On this special ..

Happy Hills project at Khindsi Lake to boost tourism: Bawankule

WITH the objective of giving a new direction to tourism, the Happy Hills project at the scenic Khindsi Lake was recently inaugurated by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule and Minister of State Advocate Ashish Jaiswal. The project has been developed by Rajkamal Tourist Complex Private Limited. On this occasion, Ramdham founder and State Vice President of the NCP (AP faction), Chandrapal Chouksey, along with Lighthouse and Suvi Bird Park promoter Gaurav Chouksey, and others were present. Addressing ..

ICAD strengthens leadership with stellar results, admissions open for 2026 batches

REINFORCING its position as a leader in competitive exam preparation, ICAD has delivered outstanding results in JEE Main 2026, with 11 out of the top 20 students in Vidarbha being ICAD students - a testament to its strong academic systems and consistent performance. Ranks 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 19 and 20 of Vidarbha were shaped by ICAD during their academic journey. A total of 23 students scored above 99.50 percentile, while 49 students crossed 99 percentile, 181 students scored above 95 percentile, ..

Julfesh Shah nominated on MSME and StartupCommittee of ICAI

 EMINENT Chartered Accountant Julfesh Shah has been nominated on MSME & Startup Committee of WIRC of ICAI for 2026-27. The committee has been constituted for working on various issues related to MSMEs and startups for empowerment of MSMEs by maki..

Install protective fencing to curb man-animal conflict: Adv Jaiswal

To address the aggravating man-animal conflict in mind in Nagpur district, Minister of State Adv Ashish Jaiswal on Sunday directed forest department to install protective fencing in sensitive zones and develop ‘green zones’ where require to curb conflicts. Adv Jaiswal chaired a review meeting at Sillari in Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) to formulate measures. In the back-drop of increasing tiger attacks in forest fringes of PTR in recent years, the Minister did the detail assessment of the situation and ..

TJSB Sahakari Bank crosses Rs 25,000 cr biz mix

TJSB Sahakari Bank Ltd, India’s fourth largest multi-state co-operative bank, announced its audited financial results for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, recently. In a significant milestone, the bank has surpassed its benchmark target of Rs 25,000 crore in total business mix in its 54th year. It also expanded its footprint into two new states Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh strengthening its position as a growing multi-state co-operative bank. The bank’s branch network now stands at 165, following ..

Govt committed to make Maharashtra leading startup hub: Dr Pankaj Bhoyar

Dr Pankaj Bhoyar, Minister of State for School Education and Home, said that, Government is committed to making Maharashtra a leading startup hub, while addressing the valedictory session of the ‘Viksit Bharat Start-up Conclave’ held at Gurunanak Bhavan on Ambazari Road on April 11. The conclave was jointly organised by Vidarbha Economic Development (VED) Council, LEMON Ideas and Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) Incubein Foundation. Among those present were Dr Manali Kshirsagar, ..

‘Women’s participation flexi IT roles reaches 40 pc

  Business Reporter :PLACEMENT of women in contractual or flexible roles in the IT and IT-enabled services sector has reached 40 per cent in FY26, reflecting the growing adoption of the workforce model, a report said on Saturday.Women’s pl..

Silk India-2026 Exhibition at Chitnavis Centre, Civil Lines

   Business Reporter : For experiencing the amazing products of cotton, silk, handloom made by master craftsmen from all over India displayed in 80 stalls of different states of India one has to visit the Silk India -2026 Exhibition an..

Karan Kothari Jewellers extends ‘Maha Labh Utsav 2026’ till Akshaya Tritiya

   Business Reporter : Driven by an overwhelming public response and record-breaking footfall across its showrooms, Karan Kothari Jewellers has officially announced the extension of its premier campaign, ‘Maha Labh Utsav 2026R..

‘Nagpur is one of the top destinations for startups’

   Business Reporter : Former President of VED Council Vilas Kale on Saturday said that the rapidly growing industrial scenario of Nagpur offers a wide range of business opportunities for the startups. He was addressing the inaugural..

RBI proposes to include PSUs in upper-layer NBFCs

   THE Reserve Bank : on Friday proposed changes in the criteria for identifying upper layer non-banking finance companies (NBFCs), pitching for an asset-size-based approach as against the earlier parametric system and inclusion of sta..

Govt to set up weekly monitoring system to track EXIM trends

   Business Reporter : THE Commerce Ministry on Friday said it will set up a weekly monitoring mechanism to track export-import trends and sectoral stress indicators amid concerns that supply chain disruptions, logistics constraints, and ri..

Viksit Bharat Start-up Conclave highlights opportunities in ‘Orange City’

   Business Reporter : The much-awaited two-day ‘Viksit Bharat Start-up Conclave Nagpur’ kicked off here at RTMNU University Campus on Friday. Organised by the Vidarbha Economic Development (VED) Council, in association wit..

Fashionista lifestyle exhibition opens with good response

   Business Reporter : THE esteemed Fashionista Group of Exhibitions successfully opened its 81st Edition in Nagpur at Hotel Centre Point on Friday. The exhibition is on April 10-11-12, from 11 am to 9 pm. The much-anticipated exhibiti..

Senco Gold & Diamonds’ store opens at Laxmi Nagar

   Business Reporter : Senco Gold & Diamonds has opened the doors of its store in Laxmi Nagar, Nagpur in a display of grandeur, significantly reinforcing its presence in key markets across Maharashtra with a total store count of 10..

Solar Industries owners invest Rs 190 cr in global defence tech firm Tsecond.ai

TSECOND.AI, the global leader in petabyte scale edge storage and AI infrastructure company, has closed its most recent round of financing totaling over Rs 190 crore ($21.5 million) recently, from MSN Holdings the family offices of the MD & CEO of global defense manufacturer Solar Industries India Limited (SIIL) and other angel investors with a passion for deep tech innovation in the defense sector...

Dr Ambedkar Institute of Management Studies and Research

Dr Ambedkar Institute of Management Studies and Research recently hosted its annual fest ‘Aasman’ with great enthusiasm and vibrancy. The event featured captivating dance and singing performances along with a glamorous fashion show, creating a lively and memorable experience for all. It commenced with a spectacular inaugural dance that saw participation of around 100 students across departments, beautifully portraying the evolution of Bollywood through iconic personalities. A felicitation ceremony ..

Hyundai EXTER launched at Ketan, Eros & Aryodaya Hyundai

Hyundai EXTER was launched at the authorised Hyundai dealerships of Ketan Hyundai, Eros Hyundai and Aryodaya Hyundai, recently. The car was jointly unveiled across Ketan Hyundai, Eros Hyundai, and Aryodaya Hyundai dealerships. The New Hyundai EXTER is a bold and feature-packed compact SUV designed for modern urban customers. It comes with refreshed front and rear styling, featuring a bold grille, wing-type rear spoiler, and 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels...

Workshop for Vigilance Committee held during GJS Show in Mumbai

During the recent GJS Show held in Mumbai, a workshop for the Vigilance Committee was successfully organised. On this special occasion, Rajya Sabha Member Chitra Wagh attended as the chief guest. More than 300 members of the Vigilance Committee from 36 districts of Maharashtra participated in this workshop. Representing the GJC at the event were Chairman Rajesh Rokde; Vice Chairman Avinash Gupta; and Past Chairman Nitin Khandelwal. In her address, Chitra Wagh directed that the State-level Vigilance ..