JSSC has released two notifications for JTAACCE-2026 Para Teacher (Sahayak Acharya) recruitment - Advt No. 04/2026 for 6101 regular vacancies and Advt No. 05/2026 for 1198 backlog vacancies. Check combined eligibility, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, important dates and how to apply online at jssc.jharkhand.gov.in from 29 September 2026 and the last date has been extended to 18 October 2026.
Jharkhand TET JTET Admit Card 2026 - Download Hall Ticket at jac.jharkhand.gov.in
JHTET Admit Card 2026 will be released on 15 October at jac.jharkhand.gov.in for the exam scheduled on 1 November 2026. Download the JHTET Hall Ticket using your registration number and date of birth, and check exam date, shift timings, exam centre, required documents, and important exam-day guidelines.
Chidambaram calls SIR process deeply flawed, questions ECs decisions
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Former Union Minister and Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Wednesday criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process of electoral rolls, alleging that it has been marred by serious concerns and disagreements within the poll panel. Speaking to IANS, Chidambaram said, The Election Commission is totally wrong. The SIR process has been doubted by the two Election Commissioners, and they have pointed out that there were 14 disagreements between the Election Commissioners and the Chief Election Commissioner. He further referred to alleged errors in the electoral revision process in several states, including Karnataka, Maharashtra and Haryana. Too many mistakes have been pointed out in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Haryana. So many mistakes have been pointed out in the past. The SIR process is deeply flawed. If it was not flawed, why should the Election Commission meet again and change the process? What happened a few days ago should be totally scrapped, he said. Reports of differences within the three-member Election Commission over aspects of the SIR exercise have triggered a political controversy. According to reports, Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections on several issues over a period of 10 months. The Election Commission, however, has maintained that the final decisions on the SIR exercise were unanimous and that the observations raised during the process were part of its deliberations. The INDIA bloc is scheduled to hold a meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss the Election Commission row and chalk out a joint strategy on the SIR process. The meeting is also expected to consider plans for a nationwide agitation, including protests and public rallies against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. An impeachment motion against him in Parliament is also expected to be discussed. The meeting comes after the Congress Working Committee adopted a resolution seeking CEC Kumars removal and raising concerns over the functioning of the Election Commission. The Opposition has intensified its criticism of the poll panel following reports about the differences between the two Election Commissioners and the CEC over electoral roll revisions. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has also alleged irregularities in the electoral process, while the Election Commission has rejected claims that its decisions were taken without the approval of its members. The Opposition's proposed campaign is expected to begin with a series of rallies, including one at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, followed by programmes in different states. The INDIA bloc may also announce the date of its first major rally during the meeting. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi are expected to represent Congress. Trinamool Congress leaders Mamata Banerjee, Abhishek Banerjee, Kalyan Banerjee and Derek O'Brien are also expected to attend. Leaders of Left parties are likely to participate as well. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Hemant Soren, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, NCP's Supriya Sule, National Conference chief Omar Abdullah and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti are among the other leaders expected to join the meeting. Shiv Sena(UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray is expected to participate virtually. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav is not likely to attend the meeting, with senior party leader Harendra Malik set to represent the party.
Jharkhands CEO Engages Political Parties to Streamline Voter Verification Process
Jharkhands Chief Electoral Officer discusses voter verification with political parties to ensure transparency in the electoral process. Jharkhands CEO Engages Political Parties to Streamline Voter Verification Process
Supreme Court Grants Bail to Accused in Obscene Post Case Against Jharkhands First Lady
The Supreme Court has granted bail to a man accused of posting obscene content against Jharkhand CM Hemant Sorens wife, Kalpana Soren. Supreme Court Grants Bail to Accused in Obscene Post Case Against Jharkhands First Lady
Minor detained for vandalising Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjees statue
Koderma court sentences three brothers to life for 2023 murder
ASIs son beaten to death after clash, 2 held in Giridih
Chatra accounts for 38.6% Form-7 objections
CEO shares voter discrepancy data with parties ahead of deadline
Three children drown in Jamtara
Elephant sparks panic at Simdega block office, weekly market
Three held in minors kidnap-murder case
Elephant tramples teacher to death in Dhanbads Tundi
Gumlas mandar beats earn Jharkhand a GI tag
Unregistered Palamu nursing home sealed
Two arrested, two minors detained in gang-rape case
First health conclave to focus on AI, telemedicine and robotic surgery
Ranchi tourist spots see footfall, but civic amenities remain uneven
Deoghar Police arrest five in interstate cyber fraud case, seize phones
Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Odisha DGP Appointment Case
The Supreme Court of India has concluded its hearings on the high-profile legal battle surrounding the appointment of the Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) and has officially reserved its verdict. However, the final judgment is expected to be pronounced only after the apex court hears a similar petition concerning Jharkhand on October 8. During [] The post Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Odisha DGP Appointment Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jharkhand High Court Summons Tourism Secretary Over Ranjappa Temple Development Issues
Jharkhand High Court expresses displeasure over the governments handling of Ranjappa Temple development, summons officials for next hearing. Jharkhand High Court Summons Tourism Secretary Over Ranjappa Temple Development Issues
62 heavy vehicles parked illegally on roads penalised in JSR
Stolen cow rescued from car in Hazaribag, 3 held
Jharkhand Fire: 58 Mini Water Tenders and Temporary Control Rooms Deployed
Three children drown to death in village pond in Jharkhand's Jamtara
Digital Desk | Jamtara (Jharkhand), Sep 29 (IANS) Three young children drowned to death in a pond at Chegayadih village under Jamtara Sadar police station limits in Jharkhand on Tuesday, officials said. The children had gone to play together in the afternoon and later wandered towards a village pond located in the Chirkutola area. According to local residents, the children drowned in the pond while playing. Villagers rushed to the spot after learning about the incident and pulled them out of the water. However, all three had died by then. The deceased have been identified as five-year-old Aryan Ansari, around six-year-old Nasir Ansari, and around six-year-old Amar Sohel. Aryan Ansari was the son of Jasimuddin Ansari, Nasir of Tabarak Ansari, and Amar Sohel of Sajawuddin Ansari. All three children belonged to the same village. Police from Jamtara Sadar police station reached the site after they were informed of the tragic incident and conducted a preliminary inspection. They initiated the process of sending the bodies for postmortem examination. Police said an investigation is underway to ascertain the circumstances leading to the drowning. A pall of gloom has descended over Chegayadih village following the tragic incident. Grief-stricken family members were inconsolable as local residents gathered to offer their condolences and support. The tragedy is the latest in a series of drowning incidents reported across Jharkhand this month. At least 15 people have lost their lives in separate incidents in ponds, rivers, check dams and other water bodies this month only. On September 23, five people drowned in the Koel River during Karma Puja celebrations in Palamu, while a 16-year-old girl also died during the immersion of a Karam branch in Nani Jharia on the same day. Other recent drowning deaths in September have been reported from West Singhbhum, Dhanbad, Gumla and Godda districts.
CIL, HURL sign pact to explore syngas-based urea production in Jharkhand
State-owned CIL on Tuesday said that it has entered into a pact with Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Ltd to examine the feasibility of producing urea through syngas - produced from coal gasification - at Sindri in Jharkhand. The development assumes significance in the wake of the Centre's push to promote coal gasification and reduce dependence on imported natural gas and other feedstocks for fertiliser production. In a filing to BSE, the Maharatna firm said, Coal India Ltd (CIL) and Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL) have executed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) on 29.09.2026 for exploring the development of a coal gasification-based urea production at Sindri, Jharkhand. Under this pact, initially the focus will be on examining the project's technical, commercial and execution modalities, besides preparing a preliminary feasibility report to assess its viability, the filing said. Coal gasification is considered a cleaner option compared to burning coal. ..
Coal India inks MoU with Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan for coal gasification project
Coal India said that it has executed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan (HURL) for exploring the development of a coal gasification based Urea Production at Sindri, Jharkhand.
Centre sanctions Rs 1,200 crore to 10 states under PM Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 29 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Tuesday handed over financial sanction letters worth more than Rs 1,200 crore to agriculture ministers of 10 states under the Prime Minister Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY). The disbursement included Rs 290 crore for West Bengal, Rs 198 crore for Haryana, Rs 181 crore for Chhattisgarh, Rs 154 crore for Arunachal Pradesh, Rs 114 crore for Bihar, Rs 104 crore for Karnataka, Rs 75 crore for Mizoram, Rs 64 crore for Himachal Pradesh, Rs 58 crore for Jharkhand and Rs 43 crore for Punjab. Chairing a meeting attended by Agriculture Ministers and senior officials from various states, Chouhan said the Union Government was not only limiting itself to policy formulation, but also ensuring timely availability of resources to states so that implementation of schemes could begin on the ground without delay. Highlighting the countrys agricultural performance, Chouhan said that since 2015, the agriculture growth rate has increased from 3 per cent to 4.5 per cent. The average annual increase in foodgrain production has also more than doubled, rising from around 40 lakh tonnes earlier to 84 lakh tonnes per year. He further noted that in just two years, from 2023-24 to 2025-26, rabi foodgrain production recorded an unprecedented increase of 205 lakh tonnes. Announcing a new mechanism to further strengthen cooperative federalism, Chouhan said that, on the lines of weekly reviews conducted at the Centre, regular monthly virtual review meetings with states would now be held to continuously assess progress. At the state level, a strong State Agriculture Team will be constituted by bringing together the Agriculture Minister, Agriculture Secretary, state agricultural universities, ICAR institutions, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), ATMA and Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). Monthly meetings will also be held at the district level. Emphasising the need to protect soil health and the environment, Chouhan called for a nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan from October 22 to November 30 this year. Scientists and all key stakeholders will actively participate in the campaign. Based on Soil Health Cards, the campaign will promote balanced use of fertilisers to protect soil fertility and beneficial insects. He also called for large-scale promotion of pulse cultivation in rice fallow areas of eastern India, particularly in Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha and West Bengal, after the paddy harvest. As part of preparations for the current rabi season, Chouhan stressed that recommendations on crops and improved seeds should be based on soil moisture and water availability. Stating that the availability of seeds and fertilisers in the country is adequate, Chouhan directed states to take strict legal action against fake fertilisers, spurious seeds and sub-standard pesticides. Chouhan said the government is pursuing a multi-dimensional strategy to ensure that farmers receive fair and remunerative prices for their produce. The strategy includes strengthening post-harvest management, scientific warehousing and marketing systems. He said that 100 per cent assured government procurement of tur, urad and masoor at MSP would be undertaken, with arrangements for payment within 48 hours. In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision, he said India would also leverage the new market opportunities emerging from international Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to connect Indian agricultural products, fruits, vegetables and foodgrains with global markets. This, he said, would help farmers secure better returns for their produce and enable India to emerge as a major food basket for the world.
Deadline Approaches for Voter Registration Claims in Jharkhand
The deadline for voter registration claims and objections in Jharkhand is September 30. Eligible citizens must apply before the cutoff date. Deadline Approaches for Voter Registration Claims in Jharkhand
Jharkhand BJP strongly condemn thedamage to Syama Prasad Mookerjees statue in Ranchi
Police lodged the FIR under sections 324, 298, 196, 352, and 356 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971
Jharkhands Traditional Mandar Instrument Receives GI Tag, Gaining National Recognition
Jharkhands Mandar, a traditional musical instrument, has been awarded a GI tag, enhancing its cultural and geographical identity across India. Jharkhands Traditional Mandar Instrument Receives GI Tag, Gaining National Recognition
Rahul Gandhi attempts to spread anarchy in the country: Babulal Marandi
The Leader of the Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly said that the Congress should worry about its own leader and get Rahul Gandhi treated at a good hospital
Munda flags unchecked construction near Dalma hills
Plan to set up IT park in city, create 75k jobs
3 poachers arrested in Jharkhands Betla National Park
Ticketless spectators to be kept away from JSCA stadium for T20I
Cong protests outside EC office in city, seeks CECs resignation
Five IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Alumni Part of ONGC Team Behind Mahanadi Gas Find
BJP plaint over desecration of Mukherjees statue
She won gold for India, but her Gumla home has collapsed
Acidity or a heart attack? Doctors warn against dismissing chest pain
2 held in Agra for keeping Bokaro woman under digital arrest, looting Rs 4.5 lakh
DMC Mall basement to open for parking at Rs 2,000 a month in Bank More
Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Three High Court Chief Justices, None in Line to Be CJI
THE SUPREME COURT COLLEGIUM has recommended the elevation of three Chief Justices of High Courts as judges of the Supreme Court. Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court Sunita Agarwal, Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court D.K. Upadhyaya, and Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court Aparesh Kumar Singh have been recommended for elevation as judges of the Supreme Court. The decision was taken by the Collegium comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Vikram Nath, B.V. Nagarathna, M.M. Sundresh and P.S. Narasimha. If the Union Government notifies these three appointments, the strength of the Supreme Court will rise to 37 judges, including the CJI. The Supreme Court will still have one clear vacancy. Justice Sunita Agarwal Justice Agarwal comes from the Allahabad High Court. She was born on April 30, 1966, and was appointed a judge of that High Court on November 21, 2011. She has been functioning as Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court since July 23, 2023. If appointed to the Supreme Court, she will retire on April 29, 2031. Justice D.K. Upadhyaya Justice Upadhyaya also comes from the Allahabad High Court. He was born on June 16, 1965, and was appointed a judge of the Allahabad High Court, along with Justice Agarwal, on November 21, 2011. He was appointed Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court on July 29, 2023, and was transferred from there as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court on January 21, 2025. If appointed to the Supreme Court, he will retire on June 15, 2030. Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh Justice Singh comes from the Jharkhand High Court. He was born on July 7, 1965. He was appointed a judge of the Jharkhand High Court on January 24, 2012. He was appointed Chief Justice of the Tripura High Court on April 17, 2023, and was transferred as Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court on July 19, 2025. If appointed a judge of the Supreme Court, he will retire on July 6, 2030. None in line to become CJI None of the three would go on to become Chief Justice of India. With the appointment of Justice Agarwal, the Supreme Court will have three women judges, the others being Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice V. Mohana. Interestingly, Justice Shree Chandrashekhar, who was appointed to the Supreme Court on June 2, 2026, was junior to Justice Singh in inter se seniority, yet Justice Singh was superseded. Now, with Justice Singh being elevated later, he will become junior to Justice Chandrashekhar in the Supreme Court. No reasons are available for Justice Singhs supersession in June this year.
SC Collegium recommends elevation of Gujarat, Delhi, Telangana Chief Justices as apex court judges
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) The Supreme Court Collegium on Monday recommended the elevation of Gujarat High Court Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal, Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, and Telangana High Court Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh as judges of the apex court. The Supreme Court Collegium in its meeting held on 28th September, 2026 has recommended elevation of the following Chief Justices of the High Courts as Judges in the Supreme Court: (i) Mrs. Justice Sunita Agarwal, Chief Justice, High Court of Gujarat (PHC: Allahabad) (ii) Mr. Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, Chief Justice, High Court of Delhi (PHC: Allahabad) (iii) Mr. Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh, Chief Justice, High Court for the State of Telangana (PHC: Jharkhand), read the SC Collegium's statement published on the apex court's official website. Born on April 30, 1966, Justice Agarwal was initially appointed as a judge of the Allahabad High Court on November 21, 2011. She became Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court on July 23, 2023. Born on June 16, 1965, Justice Upadhyaya was appointed as a puisne Judge of the Allahabad High Court on November 21, 2011 and became a permanent Judge on August 6, 2013. He became the Senior Judge of the Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court on March 28, 2023. Justice Upadhyaya was appointed Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court and took the oath on July 29, 2023. He was subsequently transferred as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court and took the oath of office on January 21, 2025. Born on July 7, 1965, Justice Singh was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Jharkhand High Court on January 24, 2012 and was confirmed as a Permanent Judge on January 16, 2014. Justice Singh served as Acting Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court from December 20, 2022, to February 19, 2023. He took the oath as Chief Justice of the Tripura High Court on April 17, 2023, and was subsequently transferred as Chief Justice of the Telangana High Court, where he took the oath on July 19, 2025.
Dumka man shot in leg while resisting motorcycle snatching attempt
Dhanbad man arrested for duping job seekers worth lakhs using fake appointment letters
Police launch 7-day drive to curb road accidents in Ranchi
Daltonganj police arrest five for interstate burglary, recover gold
ER introduces tech at weighbridges to prevent accidents
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 28 (IANS) To ensure safe and efficient freight movement, Eastern Railway (ER) has begun introducing technology at weighbridges. Officials said this would help reduce derailments, prevent accidents, and protect tracks, calling it a significant technological leap forward in ensuring the safety and punctuality of freight train movements and maintaining uninterrupted supply chains across the network. As part of this ongoing modernisation drive, ER is installing advanced Wheel-wise Load Imbalance Detection Systems at strategic weighbridges. This technology is designed to detect deviations from safe load limits before service interruption, enabling proactive maintenance and preventing potential transit hazards, a senior official said. Under the system, sensors collect load data and send it to a central controller. Software then determines static and dynamic wheel loads, left-to-right load ratios and impact load factors to flag uneven loading, overloaded axles or flat spots. Real-time alerts are passed directly to officials, who can take corrective measures. The first Wheel-wise Load Imbalance Detection System on ER was successfully commissioned at the Pakur In-Motion Weigh Bridge recently. Initial trial results have been encouraging. The system will be made fully operational following final certification from the state government. Installation work for a similar weighbridge is underway at Kotalpukur. This forms part of ERs broader roadmap to extend the safety installation to other critical freight handling locations across the zone. Pakur, a major freight hub in Jharkhand, moves large quantities of coal from the West Bengal Power Development Corporation Ltd (WBPDCL) siding and Gati Shakti Terminal to power plants in West Bengal and Punjab. Pakur is also known for its stone quarries, with ER transporting large volumes of crushed stone chips, aggregates and track ballast in specialised wagons.
Jharkhand CM challenges PMLA court order in HC, plea's maintainability to be heard tomorrow
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 28 (IANS) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has challenged in the High Court an order of a Special PMLA court that refused to stay the process of framing charges against him in the money laundering case linked to the alleged land scam in Ranchi's Bargain circle. The maintainability of his criminal writ petition is scheduled to be heard on Tuesday, with the matter listed for hearing before a division bench of Chief Justice M.S. Sonak and Justice Manoj Prasad. Soren, in the petition, has challenged the Special PMLA court's decision declining his request to defer the framing of charges until the EDs investigation is completed. Earlier, Soren had approached the Special PMLA Court seeking a direction that no charges should be framed against him until the ED concluded its probe in the case. However, the court rejected the plea. After this, Soren moved the High Court. The case is related to the alleged illegal acquisition of 8.86 acres of disputed land in the state capital's Bargain area. It is alleged that forged documents were created for this purpose. During a recent hearing before the Special PMLA court, the Jharkhand CM appeared through video conferencing and requested additional time to examine documents related to the case. The court observed that the proceedings had reached the stage of framing charges and not document inspection. However, considering the Chief Minister's request, it fixed September 30 as the next date of hearing, when arguments on framing charges will continue from 11.15 a.m. in the PMLA court. The ED has already filed a charge sheet against Soren and around 18 other accused in the case. The Special PMLA Court has framed charges against 16 co-accused, including former revenue official Bhanu Pratap Prasad, architect Vinod Kumar Singh, Bipin Singh, Rajkumar Pahan, Afsar Ali and Mohammad Saddam Hussain. Moreover, the Jharkhand High Court recently upheld a lower court order dismissing Soren's discharge petition, thereby clearing the way for the framing of charges against him in the case.
Green Puja push: JSPCB urges eco-friendly idols, artificial immersion ponds
Hazaribag woman dies during treatment, family alleges negligence
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren Challenges PMLA Court Ruling in High Court
Hemant Soren contests a PMLA court decision in Jharkhand High Court, with a critical hearing set for September 29. Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren Challenges PMLA Court Ruling in High Court
Police carry out security audit of banks, ATMs across Bokaro
BJPs Babulal Marandi Defends Election Process Against Congress Allegations
Babulal Marandi criticizes Congress for alleging vote theft, defending the integrity of the election process in Jharkhand. BJPs Babulal Marandi Defends Election Process Against Congress Allegations
Elephant herd destroys crops, damages house in Dhanbad village
DLSA assures legal aid to family of Gumla sexual assault victim
Qureshi shines at DCA annual awards
Parking fees in city unclear, commuters charged during free period
Palamu woman dies of stings after insect attack
Kidnapped boy rescued, five arrested
XLRI student found dead in hostel room
BJP demands Cong apology over EC row; Cong seeks CECs ouster
Woman returning from Karma gathering allegedly raped in Ranchi; probe begins
CRPF personnel dies of gunshot injury at Ranchi camp
Three Bokaro dams open gates as heavy rain pushes up water levels
Bokaro drive against illegal parking nets Rs 1.25L
Opposition Leader Questions Law and Order in Jharkhand After Jamshedpur Shooting
Baboolal Marandi criticizes Jharkhands law enforcement after a shooting incident in Jamshedpur, raising concerns over public safety. Opposition Leader Questions Law and Order in Jharkhand After Jamshedpur Shooting
Hatia station relies on one baggage scanner as festive rush nears
Evicted Dhurwa families live under tarpaulin sheets, seek rehab
Cong to Stage Protest Across Jharkhand on September 28, Seeking Resignation of Gyanesh Kumar
State Congress president Keshav Mahto Kamlesh on Sunday accused the EC of working as an agent of the BJP and extended unfair advantages to secure its victory in assembly polls in Bihar and West Bengal
Four-hour blaze guts LIC office in Jamshedpur
Ancient sculptures, temple remains point to Chouparans rich archaeological past
480kg copper cable worth over Rs 5L seized, 2 held
CCL marks world tourism day with Rajrappa temple cleanliness drive
PVUNL, ALIMCO partner to empower differently-abled in Patratu
Palamu youth killed, five injured in motorcycle collision
Bihar man among two arrested with 732 bottles of spurious IMFL
Ramgarh admin cracks down on illegal highway parking, penalises 12 vehicles Rs 2.42L
Rs 1.5 cr canopy shed planned at Chatras Maa Bhadrakali Temple
Following spells of intense weather, the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has released its latest midday bulletin, indicating that light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are likely to continue in parts of Odisha over the next 24 hours. An active trough line running from Bihar across Jharkhand and Odisha to the west-central Bay of Bengal [] The post Odisha Weather Update: Rain & Thunderstorm Alert Until Sept 29, Dry Days Ahead appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Police Clash with Criminals Demanding Extortion at Construction Site in Jharkhand
A police encounter with criminals demanding extortion at a construction site in Kudu, Jharkhand, ended without injuries. Police Clash with Criminals Demanding Extortion at Construction Site in Jharkhand
ITC expands dairy play in East India, bets on branded milk
ITC is enhancing its Aashirvaad dairy brand in Eastern India to leverage growing market demand. The company aims to convert households from loose to packaged dairy products, especially curd and paneer. ITC's current operations cover Bihar, West Bengal, and Jharkhand with several processing plants.
ITC expands dairy business in East India, bets on value-added products
ITC is strengthening its presence in the fresh dairy segment in Eastern India through its flagship Aashirvaad brand, betting on rising demand for branded milk and value-added dairy products across Bihar, West Bengal and Jharkhand. The diversified conglomerate, which entered the fresh dairy business in 2018 with the launch of Aashirvaad milk in Bihar and later expanded to West Bengal and Jharkhand, has emerged as the second-largest dairy player in Bihar with a lineup ranging from fresh milk to curd, paneer, lassi and Mishti Doi. As part of its expansion strategy, ITC has tailored its dairy portfolio to regional tastes, local consumption patterns and evolving consumer preference for quality-assured dairy products. When asked about expansion to other regions, Hemant Malik, Chief Executive Officer, Foods Division, and Executive Director, ITC, said Eastern India will remain a key focus market for the company's dairy expansion plans, which offers significant headroom for expansion. East
Consumers brace for 3-day bank strike; certain banks open on Sunday
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab National Bank (PNB) and several other public sector banks are open on Sunday (September 27), giving customers an opportunity to complete their banking work before a proposed three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to September 30. The special Sunday opening applies to public sector banks (PSBs) and regional rural banks (RRBs), following a direction aimed at ensuring the availability of regular banking services ahead of the proposed strike. Customers who need to visit a branch for important banking work can therefore use the additional working day, subject to the operational arrangements and staffing at individual branches. The decision to open PSBs and RRBs on Sunday was taken following a meeting held on September 21 between officials from the Finance Ministry, public sector banks, regional rural banks, the Indian Banks' Association (IBA) and NABARD. The move assumes significance as September 26 and 27 fall on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. With the proposed bank strike scheduled immediately after the weekend, customers could otherwise have faced several consecutive days with limited access to physical branch services. The Sunday opening has consequently been planned to provide an additional opportunity to complete important banking transactions before the strike. Among the public sector banks operating today are State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, UCO Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank. The arrangement also covers 28 regional rural banks across the country. These include Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank, Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank, Assam Gramin Bank, Bihar Gramin Bank, Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank, Gujarat Gramin Bank, Haryana Gramin Bank, Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank, Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank, Jharkhand Gramin Bank, Karnataka Grameena Bank, Kerala Grameena Bank, Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank, Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Manipur Rural Bank, Meghalaya Rural Bank, Mizoram Rural Bank, Nagaland Rural Bank, Odisha Grameen Bank, Puducherry Grama Bank, Punjab Gramin Bank, Rajasthan Gramin Bank, Tamil Nadu Grama Bank, Telangana Grameena Bank, Tripura Gramin Bank, Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank, Uttarakhand Gramin Bank and West Bengal Gramin Bank. However, the Sunday opening arrangement does not automatically extend to private sector banks. The special Sunday banking arrangement comes ahead of the proposed three-day nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) and other bank unions from September 28 to September 30.
Jharkhand CID arrests three candidates in recruitment exam irregularities case
The arrested persons were identified as Ajay Kumar, resident of Koderma district, Sanjay Kumar and Ramakrishna Kumar Singh, both residents of Giridih district.
Jharkhand CID arrests three candidates in recruitment exam irregularities case
The arrested persons were identified as Ajay Kumar, resident of Koderma district, Sanjay Kumar and Ramakrishna Kumar Singh, both residents of Giridih district.
IMD issues red alert in U'khand; heavy rain likely in Himachal, UP
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a warning regarding torrential rain and thunder strikes in Uttarakhand. Heavy rainfall is also anticipated in Himachal Pradesh and western Uttar Pradesh. IMD has predicted rainfall in Delhi over the next three days. As rains lashed Uttarakhand on Saturday, the Meteorological Department issued a 'red alert' for the districts of Dehradun, Tehri, Haridwar, and Pauri. The Char Dham Yatra has been suspended in view of the adverse weather conditions. Meanwhile, temperatures have dropped sharply due to snowfall in the high-altitude areas of Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Uttarkashi. Due to the impact of a depression formed over north-eastern Madhya Pradesh and adjoining northern Chhattisgarh, heavy to very heavy rainfall -- and in some places, extremely heavy or exceptionally heavy rainfall -- is expected in Uttarakhand and parts of northern Uttar Pradesh on Sunday. According to the information shared by the IMD on the social media platform 'X', the depression formed over south-eastern Uttar Pradesh has moved north-northwestwards at a speed of 12 km/h over the past six hours. Consequently, it was located approximately 40 km southeast of Lucknow, 80 km east-northeast of Kanpur, 110 km south-southwest of Bahraich, and 260 km southeast of Bareilly. There is a high probability that it will continue moving north-northwestwards across eastern Uttar Pradesh and gradually weaken into a 'well-marked low-pressure area' in the same region over the next six hours. According to the Meteorological Department, the weather pattern in Delhi-NCR underwent a change following rainfall on Saturday evening. People experienced a slight chill on Sunday morning. The IMD has forecasted rain in the national capital over the next three days. Meanwhile, an 'orange alert' for rain has been issued for Jharkhand for Sunday. Additionally, a 'yellow alert' for rain has been issued for Madhya Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Telangana, Marathwada, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Puducherry, and Tamil Nadu. For Monday, a 'yellow alert' for rain has been issued for Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir, while strong winds are expected in coastal Andhra Pradesh.
