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India’s smartphone export to US triples to USD 1.47 bn in October

INDIA’S smartphone exports to the US more than three-fold year-on-year to USD 1.47 billion in October despite global challenges, according to the Government data. The export stood at USD 0.46 billion in October last year. Cumulatively, smartphone exports to the United States surged to USD 10.78 billion during April-October this fiscal from USD 3.60 billion in the year-ago period, the data showed. The shipments were registering a decline on a monthly basis, but now they have rebounded...

Plasto Tanks and Pipes donates Rs 21 lakh to Nimtola Gaushala

Plasto Tanks and Pipes Private Limited, a company known for its strong commitment to social responsibility and community welfare, has once again taken a meaningful step towards social development. Under its CSR initiative, the company has donated Rs 21 lakh to the Nimtola Gaushala in the revered memory of Late Urmiladevi Rameshchandra Agrawal...

Anandmala now in new look

After receiving an overwhelming response from the Nagpurians in past six years, Anandmala is now entering into seventh year with entirely new look. Now it’s going to be a promising destination for wedding celebrations with one acre sprawling lawn attached with 4,000 sq ft covered food court. Pool side parties, day picnics, etc., can be arranged. Rain dance, jacuzzi, baby pool, adventures, tribal costumes, bullock cart ride add special fun to visitors’ experience. For further details, interested persons ..

Tomar is Zonal General Secy of Central Railway Employees’ Union

The 45th biennial convention of the Central Railway Employees’ Union, affiliated with the Bharatiya Railway Mazdoor Sangh, recently concluded. Representatives from the Zonal Executive and the Nagpur, Solapur, Mumbai, Pune, and Bhusawal divisions of the Central Railway Employees’ Union participated in the convention...

CAMIT takes up several issues related to APMCs with Kadam

Dr Dipen Agrawal, President of Chamber of Associations of Maharashtra Industry & Trade (CAMIT), called upon the newly appointed Pannan Sangchalak, State Market Director, Sanjay Kadam, and extended warm congratulations on his assuming charge. During the meeting, Dr Agrawal apprised Kadam of several pressing issues concerning the Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) across Maharashtra. Key matters discussed included:- rationalisation of market fees; review of APMC cess and multiple levies; ..

Raisoni Foundation to conduct Ankur Warikoo’s session on Dec 5

The Raisoni Foundation announced an inspiring learning experience under the OCLF Knowledge Series, titled “Beyond the Syllabus” with Ankur Warikoo, a renowned entrepreneur, angel investor, and content creator known for his insightful perspectives on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and productivity, scheduled for December 5, at the Auditorium, G H Raisoni College of Engineering, Digdoh Hills, Hingna Road, Nagpur at 11:30am. This thought-provoking session is specially curated for teenagers who aspire ..

Special fee benefit on early admission at ALLEN Kota

Allen Career Institute, Kota, has begun the admission process for the 2026-27 academic session. The institute has announced an early fee benefit until December 20. Students enrolling by this date will receive a discounted fee. Students enrolling after this date will be required to pay an increased fee. Allen Kota President Vinod Kumawat stated that the results of the Tallentex exam conducted by Allen have been released. Students eligible for scholarships, based on their performance in the Tallentex ..

54th All India Mines Rescue Competition–2025 commences

The 54th All India Mines Rescue Competition – 2025 (Coal & Metal) commenced on Tuesday at the WCL Parade Ground, Mines Rescue Station (MRS), Nagpur, hosted by MOIL Limited. This prestigious national-level event is being organised under the aegis of the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS). The inaugural ceremony was graced by the chief guest, Ram Awatar Meena, Deputy Director General (Western Zone), DGMS, Nagpur and N P Deori, DMS, and Chief Judge. The event was attended by several distinguished ..

Rotary Club of Nagpur South visits Aura Conservation Park

The Rotary Club of Nagpur South (RCNS) organised a family picnic for its members at the Aura Conservation Park, located on Amravati Road, Nagpur. The Director of Aura Conservation Park, Rtn. Ambarish Ghatate, and his wife, Ann. Shrigouri Ghatate, welcomed the guests and introduced them to the concept of the park - a biodiversity park that is home to over 800 species of medicinal plants...

KC Overseas Education’s ‘USA Universities Education Fair’ on 4th

Seize the only opportune moment to get admission in high ranked US Universities by attending ‘KC’s USA Universities Education Fair’, an exclusive event being organised by KC Overseas Education in Nagpur. Aspirants keen to apply for Fall 2026 / Spring 2027 Intakes can attend the event on December 4 at KC’s IT Park office from 11 am to 2 pm or KC’s Sadar Office from 3 pm to 5 pm. Meet and interact with delegates of over 10 top participating US universities and check your chance of getting a free profile ..

PESO hosts day-long Chintan Shivir

The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO), under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, convened a full-day Chintan Shivir in the city to align India’s fast-growing energy and allied sectors around clear, practical safety outcomes. The programme brought together senior government officials, public and private operators, and industry associations for concentrated, solution-oriented deliberations. R N Meena, Chief Controller ..

Gayatri Mahila and MSME DFO to hold ‘Perception Expo-2025’

The Gayatri Mahila Audyogik Sahakari Sanstha and MSME DFO, Nagpur, have jointly organised the ‘Perception Expo-2025’ for women entrepreneurs, from December 6 to 9. The fair will be held at South Central Zone Cultural Centre (SCZCC) in Civil Lines. The event aims to bring together women entrepreneurs actively involved in the production of various goods onto a unified platform, as announced by the Society’s President, Kanchan Gadkari, at a press conference on Monday...

VED holds seminar on bamboo industries

 Business Reporter :  The Vidarbha Economic Development Council (VED) successfully hosted a seminar on “Bamboo Industries: A Catalyst for Vidarbha’s Growth” on Saturday at the Chitnavis Centre, Civil Lines. The inaugural sessio..

MoS Satish Chandra Dubey reviews IBM’s functioning

The Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey, conducted a comprehensive review meeting with senior officers of Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) at its Headquarters in the city recently, stressing the need for securing self-reliance in critical minerals. “While India is making significant strides towards coal self-reliance, the same is not true for critical minerals. I believe that we are taking steps in that direction but more needs to be done,” Dubey said, noting that survival ..

RMB Nagpur’s Tiger Conclave a roaring success

ROTARY Means Business (RMB) Nagpur’s flagship entrepreneurial gathering—Tiger Conclave—concluded as a resounding success at a premium resort in Pench, bringing together 108 participants from across India, including delegates from Udaipur, Pune, Baroda, Nashik, Kolkata, Mumbai and more. RMB President Swapnil Band, Secretary Nitin Jeswani, Treasurer Deepesh Bhartiya, Director Prashant Goel and the entire RMB Team worked extremely hard to make it a huge success. The conclave was inaugurated on November ..

‘Essence of good design lies in its relevance to everyday life’

Renowned architect Samira Rathod, a name synonymous with elegant, people-centric structures, recently visited the city to deliver a keynote lecture at the 22nd Mavlankar Memorial Oration. On the sidelines of the event, Samira Rathod spoke candidly with The Hitavada about her career, the principles that guide her work, and the challenges facing contemporary architecture in India. Rathod, who has accumulated more than 25 years of experience and designed numerous projects, explained why she was drawn ..

Sandeep Singh inspires industry leaders with changemakers

The Vidarbha Management Association (VMA) hosted an impactful session by noted media professional, author, and acclaimed speaker Sandeep Singh, who currently chairs the Board of Governors at IIM Kashipur. Singh addressed the industry leaders on the theme “Changemakers of India.” Through a powerful storytelling approach, Singh revisited India’s industrial and scientific evolution, highlighting leaders whose vision shaped the nation’s progress. He began with Sir M. Visvesvaraya, describing him as a ..

VED and JIT release Shegaon Temple Management Report

Vidarbha Economic Development Council (VED) and Jhulelal Institute of Technology (JIT) formally released their joint report, “The Synergy of Faith and Function: Temple Management at Shree Gajanan Maharaj Sansthan, Shegaon,” in presence of Union Minister Nitin Gadkari...

Solar Group signs agreement with CSIR-NAL To develop indigenous 150 kg loitering munition UAV

    Business Reporter :   City-based Solar Defence & Aerospace Ltd (SDAL) has added yet another feature to its cap as it has entered into a collaborative agreement with CSIR-National Aeronautical Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) for the de..

Kids Festival, School Expo and Food Carnival 2025 begins, attracts large number of kids, parents

The Kids Festival, School Expo & Food Carnival 2025, organised jointly by The Hitavada’s Twinkle Club and Vaastuvision, kicked off at South Central Zone Cultural Centre (SCZCC), Civil Lines, Nagpur on Friday. The much - awaited event received overwhelming response from the visitors, especially the kids. On the first, a large number of kids along with their parents were seen visiting the carnival and enjoying it. The kids were seen enthusiastically spending time at the stalls showcasing kids’ toys ..

Raymond Sargo Enterprise unveils new winter collection

Raymond Sargo Enterprise, located at City Centre on West High Court Road, Dharampeth, has unveiled its exclusive winter collection, marking a fresh highlight for shoppers seeking both warmth and style this season. The newly launched range spans a comprehensive selection of premium winter wear and fabric products, designed to cater to a diverse clientele that values comfort without compromising on elegance. Among the featured items are classic sweaters crafted from soft wool blends, insulated jackets ..

MoS for Coal & Mines visits MECL

Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey recently visited Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) campuses located in Nagpur. During his visit, he conducted a comprehensive inspection and review of MECL’s advanced capabilities in mineral exploration, scientific analysis and in-house engineering innovations. On this occasion, Indra Dev Narayan, Chairman and Managing Director of MECL, extensively briefed the Minister on MECL’s operational domains, key projects, achievements ..

G H Raisoni Public School organises ‘Youth Parliament’

The Swachhand Auditorium of G H Raisoni Public School, Nagpur echoed with youthful voices of democracy as the school hosted the Interschool Youth Parliament Session recently, commemorating Constitution Day. The highlight was the final discussion and voting, where students exercised parliamentary procedure and passed a resolution. The keynote speaker, Pooja Jain, inspired participants with her address...

The Hitavada Twinkle Club & Vaastuvision to host Kids Festival, School Expo & Food Carnival 2025

Central India’s oldest English daily, The Hitavada’s most popular Twinkle Club for children, in association with Vaastuvision, is all set to host the Kids Festival, School Expo & Food Carnival 2025 — the region’s largest family and children-centric event — from November 28 to 30 at the South Central Zone Cultural Centre (SCZCC), Civil Lines, Nagpur. The event will be open for visitors from 11 am to 9:30 pm. This grand festival aims to bring together students, parents, educators, food lovers, and exhibitors ..

‘Formal job creation sees 20 per cent dip in Oct’

Formal job creation in India softened further in October, with job postings down by nearly 20 per cent year-on-year and 5.6 per cent compared to the previous month, a report said on Thursday. This marks the second consecutive month of decline in job creation, leaving postings nearly 20 per cent lower than the same month a year ago, according to a report by global job site Indeed. Over the past three months, job postings declined in almost three-quarters, mainly led by sectors like banking and finance, ..

Spacewood unveils range of customised wardrobes

Spacewood, India’s leading and most trusted modular furniture brand, has announced the launch of its expanded and upgraded portfolio of premium customised wardrobes in Nagpur. The newly launched range has been conceptualised to mirror global interior trends while addressing the growing demand for personalised, space-optimised storage. Customers can choose from an extensive array of precision-built configurations...

MoS for Coal & Mines visits WCL

Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey visited the Nagpur-based Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) on Thursday. On the occasion, he inaugurated the e-vehicle fast electric charging station established at the headquarters. Thereafter, he inspected the Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC) for e-surveillance. Following the inspection, the Minister chaired a review meeting of WCL. The session commenced with the inauguration of WCL’s new website and the Amrit Pharmacy at Chandrapur ..

ResearchAyu opens clinic of advanced knee gap restoration in Khamla

 Business Reporter :  RESEARCHAYU has opened its first advanced knee restoration clinic recently in Khamla. The clinic was inaugurated by Datta Meghe, eminent educationist and former member of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The clinic will he..

Piyush Goyal urges CAIT to organise India’s biggest-ever ‘Swadeshi Mela’

UNION Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday urged the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) to organise the largest-ever ‘Swadeshi Mela’ in Delhi in association with the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO). He said the proposed mega event should serve as a global platform showcasing the strength, innovation, and diversity of India’s trade and industry, fully aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote indigenous enterprise on the world stage...

VIALEW conducts ‘MSME Udaan 2025’

THE Lady Entrepreneurs’ Wing of Vidarbha Industries Association (VIALEW) conducted the ‘MSME Udaan 2025 – Unlocking Growth with Government Schemes, Subsidies and Smart Finance”, with a focused emphasis on empowering women entrepreneurs recently at VIA auditorium. Chief guest, Vijaya Rahatkar, Chairperson of the National Commission for Women, Government of India, highlighted key national initiatives aimed at women’s safety, empowerment, and welfare...

Build world-class golf course for Vidarbha’s growth: VED

A delegation under the leadership of Rina Sinha, President, VED Council has recently submitted a detailed proposal for building a world-class golf course and DPR to Dr Ashishrao Deshmukh, MLA – Saoner, requesting his support in pursuing Vidarbha’s development by following up with the Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis...

2-day Fashionista expo at Hotel Centre Point on Nov 27 and 28

The spectacular Fashionista Exhibition will be launching its 77th edition at The Hotel Centre Point in the city on November 27. The much-awaited event will continue till November 28 from 11am to 9 pm, providing attendees with an extensive timeframe to explore the diverse range of fashion and lifestyle offerings. Since its inception in 2008, Fashionista has been dedicated to serving the fashion community with unwavering enthusiasm. 55+ Designers from prominent cities nationwide, including Mumbai, Delhi, ..

KIMS Kingsway Hospitals completes over 200 robotic-assisted surgeries

KIMS Kingsway Hospitals, a leading centre of advanced medical care in Central India, has achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully completing more than 200 robotic-assisted surgeries within a short span of 10 months using the state-of-the-art Da Vinci Robotic Surgical System. This achievement marks a significant leap forward in the hospital’s mission to bring world-class, minimally invasive surgical solutions to the region. The Da Vinci Robotic Programme at KIMS Kingsway has rapidly grown into ..

NADP hosts book launch

The National Academy of Defence Production (NADP) on Monday hosted the launch of the transformative “GEM SDG Series of 17 Books” - a pioneering literary initiative dedicated to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Organised in collaboration with SAMVAW Foundation and Books33, the event marked a significant milestone in India’s journey toward sustainability education...

Agrovision events will be held round the year: Gadkari

Addressing the gathering at the concluding ceremony of the four-day agriculture exhibition here on Monday, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said that the Agrovision will now conduct activities throughout the year. He also optimistically shared that possibly next year’s Agrovision will be organized at the new convention centre coming up on the grounds of Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth on Amravati Road. On the dais were Union Minister of State for Agriculture Ashish Jaiswal, film actor Pravin Tarde, ..

NTPC Mouda observes 18th Raising Day with enthusiasm

NTPC Mouda observed its 18th Raising Day with great enthusiasm on November 22. The ceremony commenced with the flag hoisting by Himmat Singh Chauhan, Head of Project, NTPC Mouda, followed by NTPC Geet, a cake-cutting ceremony and the distribution of key honours including Power Excel Awards, Employee of the Year Award, Medha Pratiyogita Awards and Hindi Pratiyogita Awards. Addressing the gathering, Himmat Singh Chauhan, reflected on NTPC Mouda’s journey since its establishment in 2008. He highlighted ..

AID opens new office at Glocal Mall, Sitabuldi

THE Association for Industrial Development (AID) opened their new office at Glocal Mall, Sitabuldi, on Monday. The new office was inagurated by Minister of State for Finance and Planning Adv Ashish Jaiswal and Minister of State for Home and School Education Pankaj Bhoyar. The event was attended by former Mayor Prof. Anil Sole, AID President Ashish Kale, Secretary Dr Vijaykumar Sharma, and Treasurer Prof. Rajesh Bagdi. AID President Ashish Kale shared that AID completed two years on November 16. He ..

Dr Shilpa Gandhi performs successful surgery on patient suffering from TOS

Dr Shilpa Gandhi, a leading thoracic surgeon based in Nagpur, recently performed a successful surgery on a 19-year-old girl from Hyderabad suffering from a rare Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). It is a complex disorder characterized by a constellation of symptoms due to neurovascular compression at the thoracic outlet in the neck. The girl was suffering from crippling tremors of right-hand index finger initially and then to remaining right-hand fingers, for past 2 years. This was also associated with ..

MOIL celebrates Environment and Mineral Conservation Week

MOIL Limited celebrated the Environment and Mineral Conservation Week on November 21 at Gumgaon Mine. The objective of the event was to maintain ecological balance in mining operations, ensure sustainable and responsible use of minerals, and raise awareness among employees and the local community about environmental stewardship. Chief guests included M K Soni, Team Coordinator, Senior Manager – Mining, RCCPL Pvt. Ltd.; Rahul Garade, Senior Geologist, MSMC Ltd.; and Manoj Mondhe, Assistant General ..

Samarth men, women are champs

THE men and women teams of Samarth Vyayam Shala clinched titles in 53rd Inter-Club Nagpur District Volleyball Tournament which concluded at Anandnagar Sports Academy ground. In the women’s final, Samarth Vyayam Shala defeated Raje Raghuji Nagar Krida Mandal in four sets with scoreboard reading 25-17, 22-25, 25-22, 25-18. Samarth’s Kanishka Chafle won the best player award for her excellent show. The other players of the winning team include Mitali Dule, Aarushi Kubade, Priyank Baghekar, Suhani Kohre ..

VIT climbs to 352nd globally in QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026

VELLORE Institute of Technology (VIT) has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing 7th rank in India and 352nd position globally in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026. In the Environmental Impact category, VIT has further distinguished itself by ranking 194th globally. Announcing the achievement, Dr G Viswanathan, Chancellor VIT, said, “The QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026 has been released by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). In this dedicated sustainability category ..

Vidarbha farmers to receive AI-based technological guidance

AGROVISION Foundation, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)-National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning (NBSSLUP), Nagpur and the Baramati Agricultural Development Trust on Sunday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to make AI-based technological guidance accessible to farmers of Vidarbha. Under this agreement, essential domain knowledge for major crops such as tur daal, sugarcane, and orange will be developed initially, after which collaborative efforts will be undertaken ..

CM Devendra Fadnavis visits Agrovision expo

Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis visited the ‘Agrovision’ agriculture exhibition held at the campus grounds of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University on Amravati Road on Sunday afternoon. On this occasion, he released a Coffee Table Book showcasing the decade-long work of the Agrovision Foundation, along with the book “Orange: Spain, Israel… via Vidarbha.”..

SVK Shikshan Sanstha, Jhankar Mahila Mandal WCL hold cultural show

 Business Reporter : SVK Shikshan Sanstha and Jhankar Mahila Mandal, WCL, conducted the ‘Guldasta – Art for All’, its annual cultural show dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary talent, confidence, and spirit of specially-a..

Huge opportunities in agro-tourism for farmers: Experts

ON THE third day of ‘Agrovision’, Central India’s largest agricultural exhibition being held at Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Amravati Road, a workshop was organised on the topic ‘Agro-Tourism in Vidarbha.’ In the workshop, experts shared their experiences, insights and in the discussions agreed that there were huge opportunities in agro-tourism for farmers in Vidarbha. The chief speakers were Chandrashekhar Bhadsawale, founder of Saguna Rural Foundation, Amol Khante of Camp Cherry ..

Teachers trained in design thinking, innovation at RBU

   Business Reporter :   THE Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Innovation Cell (MIC), AICTE, CBSE, IIT Bombay and Ramdeobaba University (RBU), conducted the ‘Teac..

Silk Fab 2025 exhibition to conclude on November 25

   Business Reporter : The much-awaited Silk Fab 2025 wedding special sale and exhibition is going on here at South Central Zone Cultural Centre, opposite the MLA Hostel, Civil Lines. The exhibition will remain open daily from 11am t..

AI-based agricultural analysis highly beneficial for farmers: Experts

   Business Reporter : ON THE second day of Agrovision 2025, organised by the Agrovision Foundation, a special workshop on ‘Startups in the Agriculture Sector’ was conducted on Saturday at the grounds of Rashtrasant Tukdoji..

New Era Motors LLP launches All-New Traveller Monobus LX

   Business Reporter : NEW Era Motors LLP marked a significant milestone with the recent debut of the All New Traveller Monobus LX, redefining the bus segment with a bold new design, advanced technology and exhilarating performance. A..

Turnkey interior designing by Ferroart Interiors

   Business Reporter : FERROART Interiors Pvt Ltd, one of India’s leading turnkey interior design firms, has introduced an immersive, end-to-end experience that allows clients to understand the company’s design philosophy,..