Balwant Dhage

Mumbai

Journalist at The Times of India

Entrepreneur by profession, Journalist by passion- covers the Wardha for The Times of India.

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Truck overturns, 2 labourers die, 2 injured seriously

2 months ago | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

NewsTruck overturns, 2 labourers die, 2 injured seriouslyWardha: A vehicle transporting labourers overturned after one of its tyres burst, leading to the death of two workers, leaving two others seriously injured. The incident occurred around 10am on Tuesday, near Yelakeli village. The deceased have been identified as Ganesh Dnyaneshwar Meshram (29) and Aniket Gaikwad (28), both residents of Deoli.
Kumud Sharma appointed as first woman vice-chancellor of MGIHU

Mar 7, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

NewsCity Newsnagpur NewsKumud Sharma appointed as first woman vice-chancellor of MGIHUTrendingWardha: In a historic appointment, Prof Kumud Sharma has been named the first woman vice-chancellor of Mahatma Gandhi International Hindi University (MGIHU), Wardha. The Ministry of Education confirmed her appointment through a notification dated March 6, 2025.
Fire in ‘Oxygen Park’ destroys 5,000 trees

Mar 2, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

Wardha: A devastating fire broke out at Hanuman Tekdi on Thursday afternoon, causing significant damage to the lush greenery of the Oxygen Park developed by Vaidyakiy Jan Jagruti Manch (VJM). The fire reduced more than 5,000 trees to ashes, along with essential irrigation infrastructure, including drip systems, pipelines, and water motors.
6 caught trying to sell live pangolin for Rs3cr

Feb 27, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

Wardha: In a major crackdown on wildlife smuggling, the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) and the regional forest department officials have arrested six individuals involved in an illegal attempt to sell a pangolin for a staggering Rs3 crore. The joint operation led to the seizure of a pangolin and a luxury car, worth lakhs of rupees on Thursday.
2 of Bengaluru family returning from Kumbh die in accident on Samruddhi

Feb 23, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

NewsCity Newsnagpur News2 of Bengaluru family returning from Kumbh die in accident on SamruddhiTrendingWardha: A family returning home after a holy dip at the Kumbh in Prayagraj met with a tragic accident on the Samruddhi Expressway near Yelakeli village, around 10km from Wardha. Two women died on the spot, while three others, including a six-year-old child, sustained severe injuries on Sunday morning. The victims belonged to a family from Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Car overturns, 3 returning from birthday party die

Feb 14, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

NewsCar overturns, 3 returning from birthday party dieWardha: Three youngsters lost their lives while one was critically injured after their car overturned on the Selu bypass when they were returning from a birthday party. The accident occurred around 1am on Thursday near Selu. The deceased have been identified as Sameer Sute (27), Shubham Meshram (28), and Sushil Maske (29), all from Sindhi (Meghe). The car was being driven by Dhanraj Bhimrao Dhabarde (38) who was critically injured.
12 shops burgled in Arvi town

Feb 14, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

Wardha: Burglars broke into as many as 12 shops at Nehru Market area in Arvi town of Wardha district on Saturday night, creating an atmosphere of fear among local traders. Shopkeepers have raised concerns over the lack of police patrolling in the area, accusing the authorities of negligence. The business community is demanding stricter security measures. Meanwhile, CCTV footage has captured the thieves in action, and police have launched an investigation.
16-yr-old girl gang-raped in Wardha, 4 arrested, minor detained

Feb 12, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

News16-yr-old girl gang-raped in Wardha, 4 arrested, minor detainedWardha: A 16-year-old girl was gang-raped by five persons, including a minor, after initially meeting one of them on Instagram. The incident occurred on Monday night at a house in Neri (Mirzapur) rehabilitation colony at Arvi. The accused, identified as Pranay Bulbule (19), Shubham Ladke (19), Shivam Sarasar (27), and Akshay Parve (22), all residents of Arvi, were arrested on Tuesday.
Two caught copying

Feb 11, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

Trending Wardha: During a surprise inspection at Yashwant Vidyalaya, the flying squad of the education department caught two students copying in the HSC English exam on Tuesday.Following strict examination protocols, the authorities immediately rusticated the two students. The education department has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining fairness in the examination process and warned that strict action will be taken against any further violations.
20 Students Fall Ill Due to Stale Food at college hostel

Feb 10, 2025 | timesofindia.indiatimes.com | Balwant Dhage

NewsCity Newsnagpur News20 Students Fall Ill Due to Stale Food at college hostelTrendingWardha: Some 20 students from the Bajaj Institute of Technology's hostel fell ill after consuming food on Sunday night. The affected students experienced symptoms like vomiting, prompting immediate medical attention. The food supply contract for the college hostel had been awarded to a contractor. On Sunday night, students were allegedly served stale food, leading to sudden health issues among several of them.