BJPs Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra movement for social reform, says Meghwal in Fazilka
Digital Desk | Fazilka (Punjab), Sep 20 (IANS) Union Law Minister Arjun Meghwal on Sunday described the BJPs Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra as a movement for social reform. He said the objective of the campaign was to protect generations of Punjabis from drugs and take Punjab forward on the path of becoming a developed state. Meghwal was addressing a public gathering before flagging off the third Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra from Fazilkas Old Vegetable Market. Before addressing the gathering, he visited the Asafwala Shaheedi Memorial, where he paid floral tributes to the soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation. He was accompanied by BJP national General Secretary and Punjab BJP in-charge Satish Poonia, state president Kewal Singh Dhillon, former state president Sunil Jakhar and former minister Surjit Kumar Jiani. Addressing the gathering before flagging off the third Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra, the Union Minister said some people were viewing the yatra through a political lens. However, he said it was not a political campaign but an initiative for social reform. Meghwal said the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Narendra Modi government not only run government programmes but also undertake initiatives aimed at social reform. He cited PM Modis campaigns such as Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao and Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam as examples of such social initiatives. Speaking about the harmful effects of drugs, the Union Law Minister referred to the Bani of Guru Amar Das from the Sri Guru Granth Sahib and said that people should stay away from anything whose consumption affects the human mind, intellect and sense of discretion. He also referred to the importance of Naam Simran in the Bani of Guru Nanak Dev, saying that one can truly engage in Naam Simran only when ones sense of discretion remains intact. The minister said this is why people were urged to stay away from intoxicants. During his address, Meghwal also sang a Shabad of Guru Nanak Dev, drawing an appreciative response from the gathering. He said the message of creating awareness against drugs could also be found in the Bani of the Sikh Gurus, Bhagat Kabir Das and Guru Ravidas. The minister said people could be motivated to protect themselves from the harmful effects of drugs only by linking the campaign for a drug-free Punjab with social and spiritual awareness. He said this was the objective of the BJPs Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra. Speaking on the occasion, state BJP President Dhillon said, Those who had spread the scourge of drugs have been rattled by the BJPs Nasha Mukt Punjab Yatra. The yatra has put the Chief Minister on the back foot. Referring to the recent Mohanjeet Sheron and Gulzar Singh incidents in Sangrur, Dhillon alleged that the government was suppressing voices speaking out against drugs. He said people had become so frustrated that residents in Faridkot were putting up house for sale boards outside their homes. He said that if the BJP could eliminate gangsterism in Uttar Pradesh, Naxalism in Jharkhand and violence in Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370, then why could it not eliminate drugs from Punjab? Dhillon said the BJP had a track record of delivering on its promises and doing what it said it would do. Former state BJP President Jakhar said that while deaths had so far been occurring due to drug abuse, more people were now dying for raising their voice against drugs. He said some people were being killed by drug smugglers, while others were being forced to commit suicide on the pretext of having raised questions. Launching a sharp attack on AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, Jakhar said 79,000 arrests that had been made were not a sign of Kejriwals bravery, but evidence of the extent to which the younger generation had been pushed into the drug crisis.
TN: DMK accuses BJP of intimidating regional parties
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 20 (IANS) DMK leader T.K.S. Elangovan on Sunday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using investigative agencies to intimidate regional parties, saying they have emerged as the ruling partys principal political opponents as the Congress remains weakened nationally. Elangovan referred to the summons issued to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha in connection with a land case, and notices reportedly sent to family members of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi. He alleged that such actions were part of a systematic campaign against regional forces. The BJP was apprehensive about regional parties joining hands to challenge it, he claimed. He said the parties were strengthening cooperation and preparing to present their political and ideological opposition to the BJP before voters across the country. Supporting the CPI(M)s call for the broadest possible opposition unity instead of a separate third front, Elangovan said parties opposed to the BJP should work together. Their common objective should be to highlight what he described as the BJPs failures and policies before seeking public support. Accusing the BJP of undermining democratic values, Elangovan claimed it was attempting to transform India into a monopolistic political system. He alleged that those in power were behaving like rulers with unchecked authority and were unwilling to hear or resolve public grievances. Elangovan also targeted the TVK government in Tamil Nadu, alleging that it had failed to maintain law and order during its first 100 days in office. Citing eight murders reportedly committed within a day, he said the government was reviving allegations dating back five decades against the DMK to divert attention from its present shortcomings. Responding to questions surrounding DMK president M.K. Stalins arrest during the Emergency, Elangovan said Stalin did not need to produce fresh proof that he had been detained under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act. The Justice Ismail Commission, appointed by the state government, had already confirmed the arrest, he said. The DMK leader also backed Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhis contention that the system was suppressing students. He maintained that every citizen had the fundamental right to protest peacefully against the government over a genuine cause. Elangovan said elected governments had a constitutional responsibility to engage with protesters, listen to their concerns, and provide remedies. Attempts to suppress agitations without addressing the issues that prompted them were inconsistent with democratic governance, he added.
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Man Killed with Axe by Father-in-Law During Alcohol Dispute in Jharkhand
A man was brutally killed by his father-in-law during an alcohol-fueled dispute in Palamu, Jharkhand. The incident is under police investigation. Man Killed with Axe by Father-in-Law During Alcohol Dispute in Jharkhand
Missing eight-month-old from Nashik found safe by officials after three days
Digital Desk | Nashik, Sep 20 (IANS) An eight-month-old baby girl who went missing in Maharashtra's Nashik district three days back was found safe on Sunday, police said. The infant, who had gone missing from the Manyad police outpost region in Nandgaon taluka of Nashik on September 17, was found abandoned near the Vaibothi village in neighbouring Yeola taluka. Yeola taluka police reached the spot and took her into their custody. Subsequently, the infant was taken to the Yeola Sub-District Hospital for a medical examination after being identified by her mother and the Nandgaon police. Her safe recovery brought relief to the family and the police. However, the circumstances under which the baby reached Vaibothi, who brought her there, and why she was abandoned at the spot remain unclear. Police are investigating the matter to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the infants disappearance and subsequent recovery. In Odisha, Operation Anweshan, conducted by the state's Crime Against Women and Children Wing (CAW & CW) Department, along with the state police, rescued 101 missing children. The children included 54 boys and 47 girls. The teams conducted field-level searches, verified the leads, and coordinated with local authorities, along with various child care institutions during the operation. As part of the operation, as many as 17 specialised teams were deployed to several states and Union Territories where Odia children are frequently found. The youngest among those rescued was a three-month-old infant found institutionalised alongside her minor mother. Another child who was found was institutionalised for the longest duration and had spent more than five years away from home. The states in which the children were found include Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, New Delhi, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
Death of Notorious Naxalite Commander Marks End of a Fearful Era in Jharkhand
The death of Naxalite commander Brijesh Ganjhu in Varanasi ends a significant chapter of fear in Jharkhand, raising security concerns. Death of Notorious Naxalite Commander Marks End of a Fearful Era in Jharkhand
Naxal commander Brijesh Ganjhu carrying Rs 30 lakh reward killed in Varanasi
A major security operation has been reported from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, where Naxal commander Brijesh Ganjhu alias Gopal Singh, carrying a total reward of Rs 30 lakh, was killed, according to the information available so far. Ganjhu was identified as a commander of the banned Jharkhand-based Naxal organisation Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC).
10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup begins in Leh
Leh, Ladakh: The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 is being held at the NDS Indoor Stadium in Leh, bringing together Pencak Silat athletes, coaches, officials, team managers and sports administrators from across the country. More than 850 athletes and participants are taking part in the national championship, which has emerged as a major sporting gathering in the Union Territory of Ladakh. Teams from various States, Union Territories and Paramilitary Forces are participating in the championship. The event also features more than 100 technical and federation officials and State/UT representatives, along with over 70 coaches and team managers. The opening ceremony will be attended by Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh Vinai Kumar Saxena as the chief guest. Administrative Secretary, Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh Bhanu Prabha; Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor, Ladakh Shashanka Ala; Joint Director, Youth Services & Sports, Ladakh Tsering Paldan; Additional Deputy Commissioner to the Lieutenant Governor Shekh Aadil; President, Indian Pencak Silat Federation; President, Ladakh Pencak Silat Association; and District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Leh, will also be present. The championship has brought together sporting delegations from Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, CISF, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, ITBP, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, SSB, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The participation of State and UT teams along with Paramilitary Forces has added diversity to the championship, bringing athletes from different sporting backgrounds onto one national platform. Besides athletes, the championship includes technical officials, federation representatives, coaches, team managers, referees, judges, delegation representatives and members of the organising and support teams. The event has brought together more than 1,000 athletes, officials, coaches, managers, representatives and other sporting stakeholders. Hosting a national-level Pencak Silat championship in Leh at the high altitude of the Himalayas gives the event a distinctive setting. The championship provides athletes from across India an opportunity to compete at the national level while also experiencing the culture and hospitality of Ladakh. The event also highlights Ladakh's potential to host major sporting competitions and provides a platform for promoting sports and sporting activities in the region. The 10th Pencak Silat Federation Cup 2026 brings together athletes and sporting delegations from different regions of the country on a common platform. With more than 850 participants, 100 technical officials and representatives, and over 70 coaches and team managers, the championship provides a significant platform for Pencak Silat athletes to compete and showcase their skills.
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Jharkhand Home Guard Recruitment 2026: 772 Vacancies Open for 7th and 10th Pass Candidates
Young people in Jharkhand looking for an employment opportunity have a new recruitment drive to consider. The Jharkhand Home Defense Corps, Deoghar, has announced 772 Home Guard vacancies covering both rural and urban areas of the district. Depending on the category of the post, candidates who have...
Centre notifies appointment of 14 judicial officers as judges in four High Courts
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Acting on the recommendations of the Supreme Court Collegium, the Centre has notified the appointment of 14 judicial officers as judges and additional judges in four High Courts, including Delhi, Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. In a post on social media platform X, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal said that the President, in exercise of the powers conferred by the Constitution of India and after consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI), was pleased to appoint the judicial officers to the respective High Courts. The appointments include Nivedita Anil Sharma and Nisha Sahay Saxena as judges of the Delhi High Court, while Sanjay Sharma, Bharat Parashar, Dr Aditi Choudhary, Dinesh Bhatt and Arun Bhardwaj have been appointed as additional judges of the Delhi High Court. Yash Paul Bourney has been appointed as a judge of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. In the Jharkhand High Court, Manoj Prasad, Akhil Kumar and Ram Sharma have been appointed as judges, while Usharani, K.S. Bharath Kumar and Nerale V. Bhavani have been appointed as additional judges of the Karnataka High Court. The appointments follow the recommendations made by the Supreme Court Collegium, headed by CJI Surya Kant, in its meeting held on September 10, 2026. The apex court Collegium had recommended the appointment of eight judicial officers as judges of the Delhi High Court, including Nivedita Anil Sharma, Nisha Sahay Saxena, Sanjay Sharma-I, Bharat Parashar, Dr Aditi Choudhary, Dinesh Bhatt and Arun Bhardwaj. It had also recommended Yash Paul Bourney for appointment as a judge of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. Similarly, the SC Collegium had approved the proposal for the appointment of Manoj Prasad, Akhil Kumar and Ram Sharma as judges of the Jharkhand High Court, and Usharani, K.S. Bharath Kumar and Nerale Veerabhadraiah Bhavani as additional judges of the Karnataka High Court.
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President appoints 14 judicial officers as judges; Yash Paul Bourney appointed to J&K HC
Srinagar, Sep 19: The President has appointed 14 judicial officers as Judges and Additional Judges in the Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, Jharkhand and Karnataka High Courts after consultation with the Chief Justice of India, according to an official notification. The appointments include seven judicial officers to the Delhi High Court. Nivedita Anil Sharma and Nisha Sahay Saxena have been appointed as Judges, while Sanjay Sharma, Bharat Parashar, Dr Aditi Choudhary, Dinesh Bhatt and Arun Bhardwaj have been appointed as Additional Judges. Yash Paul Bourney has been appointed as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. For the Jharkhand High Court, Manoj Prasad, Akhil Kumar and Ram Sharma have been appointed as Judges. Usharani, K.S. Bharath Kumar and Nerale V. Bhavani have been appointed as Additional Judges of the Karnataka High Court.
Employees State Insurance Corporation has released the ESIC Ranchi Recruitment 2026 notification for 85 teaching faculty and Senior Resident vacancies at ESIC Medical College and Hospital, Ranchi, Jharkhand. The recruitment includes Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor and Senior Resident posts. Eligible candidates can submit their applications by email, Speed Post or by hand. The application must reach the institution by 21 September 2026.
Centre Appoints 14 Judicial Officers To Four High Courts
NEW DELHI, Sept 19: The Central Government on Saturday notified the appointment of 14 judicial officers as judges and additional judges to the High Courts of Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Jharkhand and Karnataka. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal announced the appointments on X, stating that the appointments were made by the President [] The post Centre Appoints 14 Judicial Officers To Four High Courts appeared first on Northlines .
Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission has published the JILCCE Recruitment 2026 notification to fillup 326 Health Supervisor, MPW and More Posts. The online application deadline has been extended to September 29, 2026. Salary 5,200-20,200. Check eligibility, age limit, selection process, important dates, and apply online link here.
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Petrol and diesel prices continue to vary across Indian cities, with a few locations recording minor revisions on September 19, 2026. While fuel rates remained unchanged in several major cities, consumers in parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka saw small increases or reductions.Any...
Former Jharkhand Minister Vimla Pradhan Passes Away in Ranchi
Vimla Pradhan, a former minister and BJP leader in Jharkhand, has passed away in Ranchi, leaving a significant void in the political landscape. Former Jharkhand Minister Vimla Pradhan Passes Away in Ranchi
CBI arrests 2 CCL clerks for taking bribe
Bokaro: Two Injured in Four-Vehicle Collision Near Kamalpur School
State sets 50L quintal paddy procurement target
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HC rejects Hemants plea to stay PMLA proceedings
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Jharkhand police to seek remand of Maoist Asim Mandal
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Main operator of Godda illegal mini gun factory arrested in Bokaro
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12,000 CISF personnel deployed against coal mafia in Jharkhand, West Bengal
Force says 10 units involved in operations against pilferage of coal; more than 10,000 tonnes of coal recovered since July
Shashank Raj Reappointed as President of Jharkhand BJP Youth Wing
Shashank Raj has been reappointed as the president of the Jharkhand BJP Youth Wing, with support from party leaders. Shashank Raj Reappointed as President of Jharkhand BJP Youth Wing
Delhi Police Arrest Man In Ranchi For Cheating
Delhi Police arrested Sanju Mishra alias Tuntun Mishra from Ranchi, Jharkhand, in connection with a financial cheating case. Mishra, who runs a power tools business, is accused of fraud involving his business partner, Anup Garg. An FIR was registered in Delhi, and his bail plea was rejected by the Delhi High Court. Police are investigating his bank accounts and the fraud's modus operandi.
12 students injured as school van overturns in Jamshedpur
Two labourers die as earth caves in during road construction in Ladakh
Leh, Sep 18: Two labourers died while three others were injured as earth caved in during road construction work in Ladakh, officials said on Friday. The incident took place at the Jimchan area of Zanskar district on Thursday. A portion of earth suddenly collapsed during the road construction work, trapping a group of labourers under the debris, officials said. Rescue teams immediately arrived at the spot and pulled them out. Two persons -- Abdul Rashid of Kishtwar of Jammu and Kashmir and Pawan Kumar of Jharkhand -- lost their lives in the incident. Three others, who were found injured, were shifted to a hospital, the officials said.
Setback for Hemant Soren as Jharkhand HC upholds rejection of discharge petition in PMLA case
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren suffered a setback from the Jharkhand High Court on Friday in the money laundering case linked to 8.86 acres of land in Ranchi's Bargain circle. The court upheld the lower court's order rejecting his discharge petition and dismissed his intervention plea, clearing the way for further judicial proceedings against him. With the High Court declining to grant relief, the Special PMLA Court in Ranchi can now proceed with the framing of charges against the Chief Minister. The matter is already scheduled for hearing on September 19, and Hemant Soren is expected to appear before the court. The Chief Minister had challenged the order of the Special PMLA Court rejecting his discharge petition and had also sought a stay on the ongoing proceedings before the trial court. After hearing arguments from both sides on September 16, the High Court had reserved its order. The verdict delivered on Friday dismissed his plea. The case pertains to the alleged illegal acquisition and transfer of 8.86 acres of land in Ranchi's Bargain area. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating allegations of money laundering linked to the land transaction. According to the agency, forged documents and other irregular procedures were allegedly used in connection with the transfer of the land. In his discharge application before the lower court, Hemant Soren had denied the allegations, contending that there was no sufficient direct evidence against him. The defence had also questioned some of the statements and circumstantial evidence relied upon by the ED. The ED, however, argued that documents collected during the investigation, witness testimonies and circumstantial evidence established a prima facie case. The agency maintained that a detailed examination of the evidence was not required at the stage of framing charges and should instead be undertaken during the trial. On June 8, the Special PMLA Court rejected Hemant Soren's discharge petition, holding that the material available on record was sufficient to make out a prima facie case. The court also clarified that it was not determining guilt at that stage. The Special PMLA Court has already framed charges against several other accused in the case, including Antu Tirkey and architect Vinod Kumar Singh. Following the High Court's refusal to intervene on Friday, the process of framing charges against Hemant Soren is also expected to move forward. The ED has filed a prosecution complaint against around 18 accused persons, including the Chief Minister.
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Bengal: Maoist leader remanded to police custody till Sep 29
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 18 (IANS) A lower court remanded senior CPI (Maoist) leader Asim Mandal, alias Akash, Timir and Manoj to police custody until September 29 on Friday. He was arrested on Thursday by the Special Task Force (STF) of Kolkata from Patashpur in East Midnapore district After being presented in court, counsel for the Kolkata Police STF told the court that there were 55 cases against Akash in West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha. The Jharkhand and Odisha governments had announced a reward of Rs 2.2 crore. Akash is an active member of a banned organisation. His activities harmed the sovereignty and integrity of the state. He was also responsible for creating a cycle of illegal activities and sabotage involving the three states. He used to hide himself by frequently changing names, the STF counsel told the court. No bail application was moved on behalf of Akash. His counsel, Yasin Rahman, told the court that accusations of sabotage had been made against Akash for decades. However, many people involved in this force before 2011 have since become heroes in society and mainstream political figures. Akashs arrest is being viewed as a significant success for security agencies and a major setback to Maoist activities in the tribal and forested regions spread across the three eastern states. A native of Fulchak village under Chandrakona Police Station in West Midnapore district, Mandal is said to have become involved in Left-Wing extremist activities during his student years in the 1980s. He later joined the Peoples War Group and worked extensively in the Sarenga and Goaltor regions of West Bengal as well as the Gurabanda area of Jharkhands East Singhbhum district. Security agencies records show that nearly 55 serious criminal cases are registered against him across Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal. Several of these cases relate to attacks on security forces and armed encounters in Jharkhand. Following the formation of CPI (Maoist) in September 2004, he returned to the Jangalmahal region spanning parts of Bankura, Purulia and West Midnapore districts. He became actively involved in the outfits activities. He also played a key role during the Lalgarh movement, after which he was entrusted with the responsibility of Secretary of the West Bengal State Committee in 2010. He later held important positions in the Bengal-Jharkhand-Odisha Regional Committee. According to police sources, the Maoist network in West Bengal suffered a major setback after the November 2011 encounter killing of senior Maoist leader Kishanji. Thereafter, Mandal is said to have gone completely underground and remained elusive for years until his arrest on Thursday.
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Jharkhand High Court on Friday extended its stay on the state government's decision to cancel appointments made through the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) examination and the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) Combined Graduate Level (CGL) recruitment process. The court also appointed a retired High Court judge to oversee the investigation into the alleged irregularities in the recruitment exercises. A bench of Justice Deepak Roshan heard a batch of petitions challenging the government's decision to annul appointments made through various recruitment examinations, including the JPSC CDPO and JSSC-CGL exams. During the hearing, the court orally observed that while the material available so far suggests that not all appointments were made in a fair manner, it is equally true that not every appointment was tainted. The court expressed concern over the lengthy recruitment process followed by the JPSC, noting that it often takes two to three years to conduct examinations and complete appointments. In such circumstances, the bench observed, a blanket cancellation of appointments could adversely affect many officials against whom no individual wrongdoing has been established. To ensure impartial scrutiny of the allegations, the court appointed retired High Court judge Gautam Kumar Choudhary to monitor the investigation, while retired IPS officer R.K. Malik was designated as the nodal officer for the probe. During the proceedings, both the Jharkhand government and the JPSC submitted their responses before the court. In its affidavit, the state government defended its decision to cancel the JSSC-CGL examination, arguing that the entire recruitment process had been vitiated by alleged irregularities. According to the government, distinguishing between genuinely successful candidates and those who may have unfairly benefited had become difficult. The government cited Supreme Court guidelines that permit cancellation of an entire examination when the recruitment process is found to be irreparably compromised, and it becomes impossible to separate valid selections from tainted ones. On this basis, it justified its decision to scrap the CGL examination. The affidavit further stated that confidential examination-related work, including question paper printing and distribution to examination centres, had been entrusted to ICN Technology. According to the government, 28 individuals, including the company's CEO Somansh Prakash, have been arrested in connection with the alleged exam scam, while notices have been issued to 265 people. The government also claimed that the investigation had uncovered evidence suggesting that candidates were allegedly coached with answers at locations in Nepal, Asansol, Kolkata, Bihar, Jharia and Bokaro. Of the 28 candidates taken to Nepal, 10 were successful in the CGL examination, the affidavit stated. The investigation is still underway. Senior advocates Rajeev Ranjan, Indrajeet Sinha, Amritansh Vats, Kumar Harsh, Sonal Tiwari and Subhash Rasik Soren, among others, appeared for the petitioners. The state government was represented by senior advocate Meenakshi Arora and Advocate General Rohitashwa Roy, while the JPSC was represented by advocates Sanjay Piperwal and Prince Kumar.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's mother Roopi Soren hospitalised in Ranchi
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) Roopi Soren, the mother of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, was admitted to a private hospital in Ranchi on Friday after her health suddenly deteriorated. She is currently undergoing treatment under the supervision of a team of doctors at a private hospital in Ranchi. According to hospital sources, Roopi Soren complained of breathing difficulties and was admitted to the hospital. Medical examinations confirmed a chest infection, and doctors said her condition is currently stable and under control. Sources said she has been facing health-related issues for some time and has been undergoing treatment. She had returned to Ranchi only two days ago after receiving medical treatment and undergoing health check-ups in Bengaluru. Chief Minister Hemant Soren had accompanied her during the visit to Bengaluru. After returning to Ranchi, her condition worsened on Friday. Family members rushed her to the hospital. She had reportedly been experiencing breathing difficulties since Thursday evening, which intensified on Friday. Doctors immediately began treatment upon her admission and have kept her under close observation. No detailed statement has been issued by the family regarding her health condition so far. Hospital authorities said her treatment is continuing and that her health is being closely monitored. Further details are expected through subsequent medical updates. Roopi Soren is the wife of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha founder Shibu Soren, who died on August 4 last year. She had received the Padma Bhushan award posthumously on behalf of her husband in recognition of his public service and contribution to public affairs. Following reports of Roopi Sorens hospitalisation, family members, well-wishers and supporters have wished her a speedy recovery. Hospital management has reiterated that her condition remains stable and she is under continuous medical care.
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Jharkhand HC Extends Stay on Termination of JPSC and JSSC Appointees
The high court said that any candidate summoned by the CID's Special Investigation Team (SIT) and claiming harassment during the probe may approach the committee headed by Justice Choudhary (retd).
12 students injured as school van hits road divider in Jharkhand
The accident occurred on the Bhuvaneshwari Temple Road this morning when the driver lost control of the vehicle, and the school van crashed into the road divider near N. Type quarters in Telco Stadium area
Video: School Van Hits Divider In Jharkhand, 12 Students Injured
The accident occurred on the Bhuvaneshwari Temple Road this morning when the driver lost control of the vehicle.
Jharkhand High Court Halts Demolition Drive on Ranchi Bypass Road Until December 31
The Jharkhand High Court has temporarily halted a demolition drive on Ranchis HEC Bypass Road, giving residents until December 31 to remove encroachments. Jharkhand High Court Halts Demolition Drive on Ranchi Bypass Road Until December 31
Jharkhand HC stays anti-encroachment drive on Ranchi bypass road till Dec 31
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Jharkhand High Court on Friday ordered an immediate halt to the anti-encroachment drive being carried out by the district administration along the HEC Bypass Road near Birsa Chowk in Ranchi. The court directed the Ranchi Deputy Commissioner and Senior Superintendent of Police to suspend the ongoing action for the time being. It also granted alleged encroachers time until December 31 to vacate the government land on their own. Hearing the matter, the bench of Justice Ananda Sen observed that, in view of the upcoming festive season, immediate administrative action should be deferred. The court said the affected individuals would be given adequate time to remove the encroachments and vacate the government land voluntarily within the stipulated period. Following the High Court's order, the anti-encroachment campaign being conducted by the district administration on the HEC Bypass Road has been suspended. Prior to the stay, administrative teams, accompanied by police personnel and magistrates, had been carrying out demolition and eviction operations in the area. Several houses and commercial establishments had come within the ambit of the drive, triggering protests from local residents. Representing the petitioners, advocates Indrajit Sinha and Akhauri Avinash Kumar urged the court to immediately restrain the administration's action and grant residents additional time to remove the structures. Accepting the plea, the court directed the administration not to proceed with the eviction drive and fixed December 31 as the deadline for the occupants to clear the government land themselves. The order has provided temporary relief to residents and business owners whose properties faced the threat of demolition under the ongoing campaign. The case pertains to alleged encroachments on government land along the HEC Bypass Road, where the district administration had recently launched a clearance operation. The district administration launched the anti-encroachment drive to clear illegal constructions on land belonging to the Heavy Engineering Corporation (HEC) and the Railways on Tuesday. The action triggered massive protests by hundreds of affected residents. Protesters took to the streets alleging that the administration had initiated the eviction process without making adequate rehabilitation arrangements.
Jharkhand High Court Upholds Stay on PSC Appointments Amid Allegations of Irregularities
The Jharkhand High Court maintains a stay on the cancellation of PSC appointments, citing concerns over the hiring process. Jharkhand High Court Upholds Stay on PSC Appointments Amid Allegations of Irregularities
Both are doctors: Supreme Court seeks parity in stipends for Indian, Foreign medical graduates
The Supreme Court on September 17 directed the National Medical Commission (NMC) to verify whether stipends have been paid to foreign medical graduates (FMGs) in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Gujarat and Jharkhand. A bench of Justice Aravind Kumar and Justice M. Pancholi passed the direction after petitioners alleged that an NMC affidavit falsely stated that [] The post Both are doctors: Supreme Court seeks parity in stipends for Indian, Foreign medical graduates appeared first on India Legal .
15-Year Hunt Ends: Rs 1-Cr Reward Maoist Commander Asim Mandal Arrested in West Bengal
West Bengal Police arrested Asim Mandal, alias Akash, the last surviving central committee member of CPI (Maoist), from Polerhat on Kolkatas eastern fringes Thursday afternoon. Mandal, 64, had evaded law enforcement for over 15 years across interstate forest belts. He faces 17 cases in Jharkhand and a dozen in West Bengal, and carried a Rs [] The post 15-Year Hunt Ends: Rs 1-Cr Reward Maoist Commander Asim Mandal Arrested in West Bengal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Watch: Hemant Soren pays tribute to late Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren paid tribute to former State minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu during his Shraddha ceremony in Giridih on Thursday.
Trade Body Seeks Rollback Of UPI MDR On Transactions Over Rs 2,000
A trade body in Jharkhand, FJCCI, has urged the Union Finance Minister to withdraw the proposed 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 for merchants. The body argues that this charge will significantly increase operating costs for businesses, especially MSMEs and retailers, who rely on the current zero-MDR regime for digital payments.
ED conducts searches at seven locations in Jharkhand and Odisha over alleged JSCB fraud
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ED searches seven locations in Jharkhand, Odisha in Jharkhand State Co-operative Bank scam case
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 18 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate's (ED) Ranchi Zonal Office conducted search and seizure operations at seven locations in Jharkhand and Odisha in connection with its money laundering investigation into the alleged Jharkhand State Co-operative Bank scam, the agency said on Friday. The searches, carried out under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), were part of its ongoing probe into what it described as a large-scale fraud allegedly perpetrated against the bank's Seraikela branch. According to the ED, businessman Sanjay Kumar Dalmia allegedly carried out the fraud in connivance with then officials of the JSCB. The agencys search operation covers premises linked to the ongoing investigation into the alleged financial irregularities and suspected proceeds of crime arising from the case. ED, Ranchi, is conducting search and seizure action u/s 17 of PMLA in the case of the Jharkhand State Co-operative Bank Scam at a total of 7 locations in Jharkhand and Odisha, the agency statement said. The agencys latest action comes amid several ongoing investigations being handled by its Ranchi Zonal Office into alleged financial crimes and money laundering in Jharkhand. The ED is empowered under the PMLA to conduct searches and seize material relevant to its investigation. Further details regarding the material recovered during the searches were not immediately available. The ED had also conducted searches in several states in connection with its probe into the petrol bomb attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) office in Ranchi in June this year. The agency had carried out simultaneous searches at four locations in Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Karnataka as part of its investigation into suspected money laundering and financial transactions allegedly linked to the case. The probe was connected to a case registered by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), according to officials. During those searches, ED teams examined documents, digital devices and other material relating to allegedly suspicious financial transactions. The agency was also examining whether illegal funding or money-laundering channels were used in the planning or execution of the attack. The petrol bomb attack took place on the night of June 16, when petrol bombs were hurled at the RSS provincial headquarters in Ranchis Nivaranpur area. The NIA registered a case in connection with the incident under RC-01/2026/NIA/RNC.
ED raids 7 locations in Jharkhand State Co-op bank 'fraud' case
The case is related to alleged large-scale fraud committed by businessman Sanjay Kumar Dalmia
Two labourers killed in soil collapse during road construction in Zanskar
Zanskar, Sep 17: Two labourers were killed and two others injured after loose soil and debris suddenly collapsed at a road construction site near Jingchan under Leh jurisdiction in Zanskar on Thursday, police said. According to a top police official, five labourers were present at the spot when the incident occurred. The labourers were reportedly taking rest beneath a rock-cutting area when loose soil and debris suddenly gave way, trapping them underneath. Two labourers, one from Kishtwar and another from Jharkhand, died in the incident. Their bodies were retrieved from beneath the debris and shifted to District Hospital Padum for further legal and medical formalities. Two other labourers sustained injuries and were evacuated to the hospital for treatment. Both injured labourers are stated to be out of danger, while the fifth labourer escaped unhurt. The incident occurred during construction of the road leading to Ralakung village in Zanskar. The road project is being executed by the Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department, Zanskar. A rescue operation was launched immediately after the incident. The Zanskar Police team, Army other rescue teams under the supervision of SSP Zanskar coordinated the rescue efforts and evacuation of the affected labourers. Both deceased labourers were retrieved from beneath the debris and shifted to District Hospital Padum, while the injured were taken to the hospital for treatment. The rescue operation has since been concluded. Police have taken cognisance of the incident, while further details regarding the circumstances leading to the sudden collapse of the loose soil are awaited.
Tragic Shooting in Bokaro Claims Lives of Couple, Son Seriously Injured
A couple was shot dead and their son seriously injured in a shocking incident in Bokaro, Jharkhand. Police are investigating the case. Tragic Shooting in Bokaro Claims Lives of Couple, Son Seriously Injured
Govt puts 25 coal blocks on sale in 16th round of commercial auctions
The mines span across nine states including Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, among others.
Last Surviving Maoist Central Committee Member Asim Mandal Arrested In Bengal
The last surviving Maoist Central Committee member, Asim Mandal alias Akash, has been arrested by the Kolkata Police Special Task Force in West Bengals East Midnapore district. Mandal had reportedly been evading law enforcement for more than 15 years. His arrest comes amid intensified anti-Maoist operations across West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha.
Govt launches 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Ministry of Coal successfully launched the 16th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions here on Thursday and also handed over Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) to the successful bidders of six coal mines auctioned in earlier rounds. The CMDPAs were executed for Tara (revised), Margo West, Margo East, Mandla South, Dongeri Tal-II and Dip Side of PKoC. The successful bidders include CG Syn-Gas & Chemicals Ltd, Jharkhand Exploration & Mining Corporation Limited, Qube Commercial Pvt Ltd, Gallant Ispat Ltd and The Singareni Collieries Limited, according to an official statement. The six mines together have geological reserves of approximately 1,504 million tonnes and a combined Peak Rated Capacity of 11.62 MTPA. Once operational, they are expected to generate annual revenue of around Rs 1,984 crore, attract capital investment of nearly Rs 1,743 crore and create approximately 15,700 employment opportunities in the respective coal-bearing regions, the statement said. The 16th round offers 25 coal blocks, comprising 21 fully explored and four partially explored mines, across nine coal-bearing statesArunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal. Of these, six coal mines are offered under the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act (CMSP) and 19 under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (MMDR). The blocks are open to experienced mining companies, new entrants and technology-driven enterprises under the liberal commercial coal mining framework, which provides for no end-use restrictions, 100% FDI through the automatic route and low upfront payments adjustable against future revenue share. With the launch of this round, the commercial coal mining programme has now completed sixteen rounds. A total of 147 coal mines have been auctioned to date, with cumulative expected annual revenue of over Rs 47,500 crore and projected capital investment of more than Rs 55,000 crore across nine coal-bearing states. Addressing the launch of auctions, Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey highlighted coals vital role in powering Indias growth, meeting around 55% of the countrys primary energy requirement and over 70% of its electricity generation. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he underlined the remarkable growth in coal production, which has crossed the 1 billion tonne mark for the second consecutive year, reflecting the strength of Indias domestic coal sector and its growing contribution to energy security. He highlighted the Governments efforts to transform the coal sector through greater transparency, competition and technology-enabled processes. He emphasised the importance of providing a level playing field for stakeholders and creating a conducive environment for investment and wider participation in commercial coal mining. The minister also underscored the need to unlock Indias domestic coal resources, enhance production and reduce dependence on imports, while ensuring efficient and sustainable utilisation of the countrys coal reserves. He also called upon stakeholders to actively participate in the commercial coal mine auction process and contribute to strengthening Indias energy security.
Coal Ministry launches 16th round of commercial mine auctions
The 16th round offers 25 coal blocks across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana and West Bengal
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Singer-composer Vishal Mishra is bringing the cultural and devotional traditions of Bihars Chhath festival to mainstream Hindi cinema with Chhathi Maiya, the latest song from Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia starrer The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. The song brings the festival to the big screen, with Tamannaah performing Chhath rituals alongside Sidharth. For Vishal Mishra, Chhathi Maiya holds significance beyond being another addition to a film soundtrack. The song gives him an opportunity to introduce the faith, traditions and cultural identity associated with Chhath to a wider audience through mainstream Bollywood cinema. Vishal has sung and composed the track, while the lyrics have been penned by Kaushal Kishore. The collaboration also marks a reunion between the two artistes, who previously worked together on the 2021 devotional song Chhathi Maiya Bulaye. The song went on to garner over 16 million views on YouTube, making their collaboration on the new track a continuation of their association with music rooted in Bhojpuri culture. Speaking about the cultural relevance of Chhathi Maiya, Vishal highlighted his personal connection with the traditions represented by the song. He has described Bhojpuri as more than just a language, calling it a reflection of the soil, folk traditions and cultural identity of Bihar and Purvanchal. It is truly an honour and a blessing for me to bring the faith and sacred tradition of Chhath, deeply rooted in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, to Hindi cinema for the first time, Vishal has said, adding that his wish is for the beauty and fragrance of the culture to travel to every corner of the world. The song brings the rituals and devotional atmosphere of Chhath to the screen, with Tamannaah Bhatia seen performing the rituals alongside Sidharth Malhotra. The release has also connected with audiences who share a personal and cultural association with the festival. Chhathi Maiya thus marks a move from Vishals earlier independent devotional work into a mainstream Hindi film setting, while retaining the cultural roots at the centre of the song. Through the track, the makers have incorporated an important festival associated with Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand into the narrative and musical world of The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. Directed by Deepak Mishra, The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest stars Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia in the lead roles. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on September 25. Also Read: The Vvaan trailer launch: Tamannaah Bhatia INVENTS new word to describe Sidharth Malhotras dashing personality Handsome-ta: Handsome-ta ka jo title hai, the one who embodies handsomeness
Jharkhand High Court Rules on Mental Cruelty Standards in Divorce Cases
The Jharkhand High Court clarifies that mere allegations of mental cruelty are insufficient for divorce, emphasizing the need for solid evidence. Jharkhand High Court Rules on Mental Cruelty Standards in Divorce Cases
CM Adhikari lauds Kolkata Police STF for arrest of top Maoist leader Asim Mandal
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 17 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday congratulated the Special Task Force (STF) of Kolkata Police for arresting wanted Maoist leader Asim Mandal alias Akash alias Timir alias Manoj from Patashpur in East Midnapore district earlier in the day. In a statement posted on social media, the Chief Minister commended STF personnel for successfully tracking and apprehending Mandal, who served as a Central Committee member and Secretary of the West Bengal State Committee-I of the CPI (Maoist). He described the operation as a major success, noting that the Maoist leader had allegedly managed to evade law enforcement agencies for more than 15 years across the forested regions of West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha. I commend the Officers and Personnel of the @KolkataPolice STF in successfully tracking and apprehending Asim Mandal @ Akash, Central Committee Member and Secretary of the West Bengal State Committee-I, CPI (Maoist), from Lalat, Patashpur, Purba Medinipur, the Chief Minister said. I want to make it categorically clear that the West Bengal Government will not tolerate any attempt to revive or expand the network of 'Red Terror' within our state borders. No extremist ideology will be allowed to jeopardize the safety & security of the People and jeopardize the development of our State. The law will take its strictest course to demolish any such audacious attempt, the Chief Minister further said. According to police sources, two bags containing Maoist literature, including books and booklets, as well as electronic communication devices, were recovered from Asim Mandal's possession following his arrest. Investigators said Akash's wife, a resident of the Patashpur area and an alleged CPI (Maoist) activist, was arrested by the Kolkata Police STF in 2010 and is currently in judicial custody. Police officials view the arrest as a significant breakthrough in efforts to dismantle the remnants of the Left-Wing Extremist network operating across the tribal and forested belts of West Bengal, Jharkhand and Odisha. An award of Rs 2.20 crore had earlier been announced for information leading to Asim Mandal's capture. A native of Fulchak village under Chandrakona Police Station in West Midnapore district, Mandal is said to have become involved in Left-Wing extremist activities during his student years in the 1980s. He later joined the People's War Group and worked extensively in the Sarenga and Goaltor regions of West Bengal as well as the Gurabanda area of Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district. Security agencies' records show that nearly 55 serious criminal cases are registered against him across Jharkhand, Odisha and West Bengal. Several of these cases relate to attacks on security forces and armed encounters in Jharkhand. Mamdal played a key role in the Lalgarh movement in West Bengal's Jangalmahal region and was appointed Secretary of the party's West Bengal State Committee in 2010. He also held responsibilities in the Bengal-Jharkhand-Odisha Regional Committee. Following the 2011 encounter killing of senior Maoist leader Kishanji, he largely remained underground, police sources said.
Jharkhand High Court Orders IT Expert to Address Technical Issues in Secondary Teacher Exam
Jharkhand High Court summons IT expert over technical issues preventing candidates from downloading response sheets for teacher exam. Jharkhand High Court Orders IT Expert to Address Technical Issues in Secondary Teacher Exam
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Pays Tribute to Late Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu
CM Hemant Soren honors late minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu in Giridih, expressing deep sorrow over his untimely passing. Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Pays Tribute to Late Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu
