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Vinod Jakhar Criticizes NTA Over Examination Irregularities
New Delhi, August 19: Vinod Jakhar, President of the National Students Union of India (NSUI), has voiced serious concerns regarding the cancellation of three examinations, student protests over the Jharkhand paper leak, and comments made by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju about Rahul Gandhi. In an interview with a news agency, Jakhar labeled the National Testing ... Read more Vinod Jakhar Criticizes NTA Over Examination Irregularities
Jharkhand students suspend 26-day protest; give 2-month ultimatum to Soren govt
Jharkhand students suspend day protest give month ultimatum to Soren govt
Students take out Abhar Yatra in as Jharkhand govt accepts demands, cancels exam
Jharkhand Candidates Challenge Governments Decision to Cancel Exams in High Court
Ranchi, August 19: Candidates affected by the Jharkhand governments decision to cancel 22 recruitment exams have approached the Jharkhand High Court. Three separate petitions were filed on Tuesday and Wednesday. These include selected candidates from the 11th to 13th JPSC Combined Civil Service Examination, as well as candidates related to the Food Safety Officer exam. ... Read more Jharkhand Candidates Challenge Governments Decision to Cancel Exams in High Court
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Recruitment exams scrapped, now J'khand faces another crisis
A tense situation prevailed at the Jharkhand secretariat on Wednesday after a large number of successful candidates, who are likely to be rendered jobless following the government's cancellation of recruitment examinations, forcibly entered the campus in defiance of a prohibitory order, an official said.
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Jharkhand exam row: Students suspend 26-day stir after state cancels 22 exams
Students in Jharkhand have suspended their 26-day agitation over alleged recruitment exam irregularities after the state cancelled 22 examinations and ordered probes into 23 others, while protesters gave the government a two-month deadline to address their concerns
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Jharkhand Students Suspend 26-Day Protest, Give Government 2-Month Ultimatum
The development comes a day after the state government issued notifications cancelling 22 recruitment exams and ordering a probe into 23 others conducted by the state public service commission and an outsourced agency since 2014.
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Jharkhand BJP Delegation Meets Amit Shah to Discuss State Issues
New Delhi, August 19: A high-level delegation from the Jharkhand BJP met with Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday. The meeting, led by state party president Aditya Sahu and opposition leader Babulal Marandi, focused on various current political and organizational issues concerning Jharkhand. According to sources, discussions included the states political climate ... Read more Jharkhand BJP Delegation Meets Amit Shah to Discuss State Issues
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Jharkhand Students Suspend Protest For 2 Months, Warn Of Fresh Agitation
Jharkhand students have temporarily suspended their protest for two months, giving the state government time to act on their demands. The students are seeking cancellation of the remaining examinations and have warned that they will resume their agitation if their demands are not met within the two-month period.
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The Jharkhand student agitation ended today with the leaders announcing that they are postponing their movement for two months.Earlier, the Jharkhand government issued eight notifications cancelling 44 recruitment exams conducted by JPSC and JSSC, triggering...
Jharkhand students halt protest, give 2-month ultimatum to Soren govt
J'khand exam row: Students halt 26-day protest, give govt 2 months to act
Students protesting against alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment exams on Wednesday suspended their 26-day agitation and gave a 2-month ultimatum to the state government to resolve issues. The announcement comes a day after the JMM-led government issued notifications cancelling 22 recruitment exams and ordering a probe into 23 others conducted by the state public service commission and an outsourced agency since 2014. We are now suspending the stir and giving a two-month ultimatum to the government to resolve the issues and conduct a fair probe into recruitment exam irregularities, said a leader of the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch. The manch, which led the students' agitation at Jaipal Singh Munda Stadium here, said three protesters - Rupesh Kumar Pal, Savita Kumari, Rahul Kranti - ended their 15-day fast on Wednesday. Manch leader Ravindra Paswan said, The 26-day protest by students forced J'khand government to cancel 22 recruitment exams and launch a probe into 23 ...
RINPAS Director Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Ranchi Institute of Neuro Psychiatry & Allied Sciences (RINPAS) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Director, RINPAS post. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications by 08-09-2026. The detailed notification and application details are available on the official website, jharkhand.gov.in.
Jharkhand job exam row: Students suspend protest, give government 2-month ultimatum
The decision follows government action against recruitment examinations, while candidates who secured jobs through the tests remain concerned over possible cancellations.
Babulal Marandi Calls for CBI Investigation After Jharkhand PSC Exams Cancelled
Ranchi, August 19: Following the cancellation of several Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) exams, opposition leader Babulal Marandi has raised concerns about the integrity of the investigations. He has reiterated his demand for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the matter. In a social media post, Marandi ... Read more Babulal Marandi Calls for CBI Investigation After Jharkhand PSC Exams Cancelled
Watch: JSSC-CGL appointees protest in Ranchi against move to cancel recruitment exam
Around 2,000 candidates appointed to various Jharkhand government departments after clearing the JSSC Combined Graduate Level, or JSSC-CGL, examination took out a protest march in Ranchi against the governments decision to cancel the recruitment examination.
Watch: JSSC-CGL appointees protest in Ranchi against move to cancel recruitment exam
Around 2,000 candidates appointed to various Jharkhand government departments after clearing the JSSC Combined Graduate Level, or JSSC-CGL, examination took out a protest march in Ranchi against the governments decision to cancel the recruitment examination.
JPSC-JSSC exam protests: Students halt stir, give Jharkhand government 2-month ultimatum
Students protesting alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations in Jharkhand suspended their agitation on Wednesday and gave the state government a two-month ultimatum to address their concerns. The decision was announced by the JPSC-JSSC Reforms Manch, which said students would await action on their demands during this period.
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Jharkhand agitating students suspend protest for two months after Hemant Soren govt accepts demands
Jharkhand students leading the ongoing agitation against alleged irregularities in JPSC-JSSC recruitment examinations have decided to suspend their protest for two months after their demands were accepted.According to the information, the students have agreed to...
Protests Erupt in Jharkhand Over Cancellation of CGL Exams
Ranchi, August 19: Protests erupted in Jharkhand as employees affected by the cancellation of 22 recruitment exams by the state government demonstrated outside the Jharkhand Secretariat. The decision, which impacts the appointments of 2,628 selected candidates, was made in response to alleged irregularities in the JPSC and JSSC examinations. Chenna Kumari, a protesting employee, expressed ... Read more Protests Erupt in Jharkhand Over Cancellation of CGL Exams
Watch: JSSC-CGL exam cancelled: Why are government employees protesting?
The Jharkhand governments decision to cancel the JSSC-Combined Graduate Level examination has triggered a fresh protest this time from candidates who had cleared the exam and were already working as government employees.
The Uttarakhand High Court has upheld compensation of around Rs 16 lakh, including interest, for the family of truck driver Kamal Singh, who died of cardiac arrest after having a meal while driving from Uttar Pradesh to Jharkhand. The court found the activity sufficiently connected to his employment and held that eating was necessary during prolonged driving duties.
Samajwadi Party MP Avadhesh Prasad Predicts BJP Will Struggle in 2027 Uttar Pradesh Elections
Ayodhya, August 19: Samajwadi Party MP Avadhesh Prasad has voiced his opinions on several pressing issues, including the Congress Working Committee meeting, the arrest of AAP leader Satyendar Jain, and student protests in Jharkhand. He boldly claimed that the BJP will not secure even 50 seats in the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections in 2027. ... Read more Samajwadi Party MP Avadhesh Prasad Predicts BJP Will Struggle in 2027 Uttar Pradesh Elections
Jharkhand Cancels 22 Recruitment Exams, Orders Probe Into 23 Others
The JMM-led governments decision follows a 26-day student protest over alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC examinations, triggering fresh protests by successful candidates.
Jharkhand exam cancellations unsettle govt recruits
Jharkhand Paper Leak Controversy: BJP Spokesperson Criticizes Governments Response
Ranchi, August 19: The controversy surrounding the cancellation of exams and the alleged paper leak in Jharkhand continues to spark student protests. During this unrest, BJP spokesperson Pratul Shahdev sharply criticized the state government, stating that it should have made the decision to cancel the exams much earlier. He emphasized that students peacefully protested to ... Read more Jharkhand Paper Leak Controversy: BJP Spokesperson Criticizes Governments Response
Soren govt move to cancel 44 exams sparks fresh protests
The Jharkhand government has cancelled 44 recruitment examinations conducted by the state Public Service Commission (JPSC) and an outsourced agency since 2014, including the JSSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination, following a 25-day student agitation over alleged irregularities. This decision has led to protests from around 2,000 candidates who had already been appointed to various state government departments after clearing the JSSC-CGL exam.
Watch: Jharkhand Government releases list of 44 recruitment exams cancelled due to irregularities
Jharkhand has cancelled 44 recruitment examinations conducted since 2014, citing irregularities in the recruitment process.
Jharkhand Government Takes Strong Measures to Address Recruitment Exam Irregularities
Ranchi, August 19: The Jharkhand government has announced the establishment of fast-track courts to handle cases related to irregularities in recruitment examinations. This decision comes as part of a special cabinet meeting focused on reforming the examination process. The state government will seek the High Courts assistance in this matter. Given the widespread concerns regarding ... Read more Jharkhand Government Takes Strong Measures to Address Recruitment Exam Irregularities
Jharkhand Exam Scam: CID Arrests Matermind
CID probes Tiwaris family selections as Jharkhand cancels 22 exams amid widespread recruitment irregularity allegations.
Jharkhand government cancels 44 recruitment exams over alleged irregularities
Jharkhand government last night released a list of 44 recruitment exams that have been cancelled due to irregularities, amid student protests over the issue. Issuing eight notifications, state government said the cancelled exams include those conducted by Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and outsourced agency TSR Data Processing Pvt Ltd (TDPL) since 2014. The exams []
Exam cancellation satisfies protesting aspirants but leaves nearly 2,000 appointed candidates fearing sudden job loss.
Jharkhand govt releases list of 44 recruitment exams cancelled over irregularities
Major Action Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams
Ranchi, August 19: The Jharkhand government has taken its largest action yet against irregularities in recruitment examinations. Based on findings from CID and SIT investigations, the government has simultaneously cancelled 22 exams conducted by the JPSC and JSSC. This decision affects the appointments of 2,628 selected candidates, including 342 officers from the 11th to 13th ... Read more Major Action Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams
Jharkhand Recruitment Row: 44 Exams Cancelled, Fast-Track Court To Hear Irregularity Cases
The Jharkhand government on Tuesday night cancelled 44 recruitment examinations after months of complaints and protests over alleged irregularities in the state's recruitment process. In eight notifications issued late at night, the government said the cancelled exams included those conducted by
Jharkhand govt releases list of 44 exams cancelled due to irregularities
The Jharkhand government on Tuesday night released a list of 44 recruitment exams that have been cancelled due to irregularities, amid student protests over the issue. Issuing eight notifications late at night, the Jharkhand government said the cancelled exams include those conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and outsourced agency TSR Data Processing Pvt Ltd (TDPL) since 2014. The exams cancelled include recruitment for drug inspectors, assistant professors, deputy collectors, dental doctors, assistant engineers, civil judges, additional public prosecutors and forest range officers among others. The state government, after a cabinet meeting on Monday, announced the cancellation of the JSSC-Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination, one of the key demands of protesting students, as well as all examinations conducted by outsourced agency TDPL and the results published by it.
Jharkhand govt cancels 39 recruitment exams due to irregularities; postpones 6 - here's the list
Amidst the ongoing CID/SIT investigation into irregularities regarding JPSC and JSSC examinations, the Jharkhand government has taken a major decision concerning 45 exams. According to notifications issued on August 18, 39 examinations have been cancelled, while six have been postponed until further orders. These include both recent recruitment drives and several earlier examinations.
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Protests Erupt in Ranchi Against Cancellation of JSSC-CGL Exam
Ranchi, August 19: Protests erupted in Ranchi on August 18 against the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commissions (JSSC) decision to cancel the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam. A large group of successful candidates took to the streets, marching from Project Bhawan to Birsa Chowk, demanding the government reconsider its decision. Demonstrators chanted slogans, asserting that they ... Read more Protests Erupt in Ranchi Against Cancellation of JSSC-CGL Exam
Jharkhand Government releases list of 44 recruitment exams cancelled due to irregularities
The cancelled exams include recruitment for drug inspectors, assistant professors, deputy collectors, dental doctors, assistant engineers, civil judges, and additional public prosecutors, among others
DC Edit | Youth Power Triumphs, In Ranchi As At Jantar Mantar
A movement that amalgamated around a march to Parliament may not end with Jantar Mantar and Jharkhand. Both protests, which ran in the face of government reluctance to hold parleys early with the protesters to find out their grievances only to bend when there was no alternative to conceding justifiable demands may be just the beginning of a display of the power of young people who are riddled with anxieties and doubts over their future
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JSSC-CGL fallout threatens 2,000 govt posts in Jharkhand
Ranchi: The Jharkhand governments decision to cancel the JSSC-Combined Graduate Level (JSSC-CGL) examination has triggered a crisis in the state administration, with the functioning of several departments and offices getting affected as over 2,000 employees appointed through the recruitment process face the risk of losing their jobs. Many of the successful candidates had already joined Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Weather Update: Heavy rain alert in UP, MP and Jharkhand, cyclonic system activated
Weather Update: India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned in its weather bulletin released on August 18 that heavy rains will be seen in many states of the country in the next 24 to 48 hours. Due to the impact of the depression on the northern parts of Jharkhand and adjacent Gangetic West Bengal, the weather [] The post Weather Update: Heavy rain alert in UP, MP and Jharkhand, cyclonic system activated first appeared on informalnewz .
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In Numbers: From Classrooms To Jobs, Jharkhand's Youth Struggle
Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto, who had been on hunger strike for 16 days, ended his fast after the government's decision.
Jharkhand exam scam: CID arrests key accused's wife, brother who cleared JSSC-CGL
Criminal Investigation Department arrested two relatives of a key exam scam accused. Sushma Kumari and Akshay Kumar Tiwari were taken into custody by the CID. Both had qualified the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission examination under investigation. The Chief Minister announced the annulment of the entire recruitment process. Investigations continue into the Jharkhand Public Service Commission irregularities.
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Jharkhand Recruitment Exam Irregularities: CID Questions JSSC Secretary, Abhay Tiwari
The Jharkhand CID summoned JSSC secretary Sudhir Gupta and family members of Abhay Tiwari, a suspect in the investigation into alleged irregularities in the recruitment examinations, for interrogation. Gupta was interrogated for several hours after the CID raided the Jharkhand Staff
Jharkhand exam irregularities: CID arrests Abhay Tiwari's wife, brother
Abhay Tiwari, who was posted as a block supply officer in Poriyahat in Godda district, was arrested by the CID on July 22 in connection with the alleged recruitment examination irregularities
CID arrests wife, brother of key accused in exam irregularities
Jharkhand appointees stare at job loss after exam cancellation; BJP urges students not to relent
JSSC admits computation error, tampering in teacher test before HC
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Jharkhand paper leak mastermind's wife, brother arrested by CID in exam fraud case
Jharkhand paper leak masterminds wife brother arrested by CID in exam fraud case
Ranchi railway division plans Rs 15 crore command & control centre
Congress Leaders Thank CM Hemant Soren for Cabinet Decisions on Exam Reforms
Ranchi, August 18: Congress leaders, including Jharkhand Congress in-charge K. Raju and state president Keshav Mahato Kamlesh, met with Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday to express gratitude for the decisions made during a special cabinet meeting regarding exam reforms. The meeting took place at the Chief Ministers residential office on Kanke Road. Discussions centered ... Read more Congress Leaders Thank CM Hemant Soren for Cabinet Decisions on Exam Reforms
Jharkhand Students End Hunger Strike, Demand Law for Leak-Free Exams
Ranchi, August 18: Students in Jharkhand have concluded their hunger strike following the state governments announcement to cancel all exams conducted by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) and TDPCL. Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto stated that the protesters will now demand the implementation of a law that guarantees leak-free examinations as part of the ... Read more Jharkhand Students End Hunger Strike, Demand Law for Leak-Free Exams
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'This Is The Right Way': Rahul Hails Jharkhand Govt-Students Understanding
Gandhi also vowed to change the system across the country to establish a framework that propels students forward rather than holds them back.
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Jharkhand: JSSC-CGL exam cancellation to end one protest triggers another as 2,000 fear job loss
While the decision, which was among the major demands of the exam protesters, was likely to quell the agitation, the government was now faced with a fresh concern as the candidates who cleared the JSSC-CGL exam fear losing their jobs
