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Odisha Police traces 101 missing children in 17 states under 'Operation Anweshan'
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 10 (IANS) The Odisha Police has rescued 101 missing Odia children in 17 states under its Operation Anweshan campaign, conducted between August 28 and September 8, said Shyni S, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) of Crime Against Women and Children Wing (CAW & CW), on Thursday. The special drive was executed by the CAW & CW of Odisha Police in collaboration with the state Women and Child Development (W&CD) Department, with a focus on tracing missing children outside the state. 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. These states 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. The police teams conducted field-level searches, verified the leads, and coordinated with the local authorities as well as various Child Care Institutions (CCIs) during the operation. According to the CAW & CW, the 101 traced children comprise 54 boys and 47 girls. The youngest among those rescued was a three-month-old infant found institutionalised alongside her minor mother, while the child institutionalised for the longest duration had spent more than five years away from home. The Odisha Police also noted that out of the total traced children, 83 (46 boys and 37 girls) were found lodged in Child Care Institutions, while seven others, including six boys and one girl, were rescued from commercial labour sites. Another 11 children, consisting of two boys and nine girls, were traced against missing person cases already registered in Odisha. West Bengal accounted for the highest number of recoveries with 30 children, followed by Karnataka with 11, and Jharkhand and Tamil Nadu with 10 each. All the traced children have either returned or are in the process of being repatriated to Odisha for their formal reintegration and rehabilitation. Mrinalini Darswal, Commissioner-cum-Secretary of Odisha W&CD Department, proactively supported the efforts of police in this campaign, while the legal-cum-Probation Officers from the department provided necessary support during the campaign.
The Supreme Court Collegium has proposed new judicial appointments for several High Courts across India, including Delhi and Karnataka. Supreme Court Collegium Recommends New High Court Appointments for Karnataka, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, and Jharkhand
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SC Collegium recommends appointments to Karnataka, Delhi, J&K & Ladakh, Jharkhand HCs
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) The Supreme Court Collegium, headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, on Thursday recommended a fresh set of appointments to the Delhi, Karnataka, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and Jharkhand High Courts. The apex court Collegium has approved the proposal for appointment of judicial officers Usharani, K.S. Bharath Kumar and Nerale Veerabhadraiah Bhavani as Judges of the Karnataka High Court. In its meeting held on Thursday, the SC Collegium also recommended the names of eight judicial officers for appointment as Judges of the Delhi High Court. The recommended judicial officers are Gurvinder Pal Singh, Nivedita Anil Sharma, Nisha Sahay Saxena, Sanjay Sharma-I, Bharat Parashar, Dr. (Smt.) Aditi Choudhary, Dinesh Bhatt, and Arun Bhardwaj. The Supreme Court Collegium, in its meeting held on 10th September, 2026 has approved the proposal for appointment of the following Judicial Officers as Judges of the High Court of Delhi, said a statement uploaded on the website of the apex court. Further, the SC Collegium approved the proposal for appointment of judicial officer Yash Paul Bourney as a Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. It also recommended the appointment of judicial officers Manoj Prasad, Akhil Kumar, and Ram Sharma as Judges of the Jharkhand High Court. As per the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP) governing the appointment of High Court judges, the proposal for appointment is initiated by the Chief Justice of the High Court concerned in consultation with the two senior-most judges of that High Court. The recommendation is forwarded by the Chief Justice to the Chief Minister, who transmits it to the Governor. The Governor, in turn, forwards the proposal to the Union Minister of Law and Justice, along with relevant inputs and documents. The proposal is then processed by the Centre before being placed before the Chief Justice of India (CJI), who consults the senior-most judges of the Supreme Court for finalising the recommendation. Following the Collegiums approval, the recommendation is sent to the Central government. The appointments take effect after the President signs the warrants of appointment, and the Department of Justice issues the notification in the Gazette of India.
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'I Played The Ball, Not The Bowler': Salil Arora Recalls No-look Six Off Bumrah In IPL 2026
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Punjab batter Salil Arora made headlines when he smashed a 10-ball 30 against Mumbai Indians in one of the matches during his debut Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season for Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he hit a spectacular no-look six off India pace icon Jasprit Bumrah. Arora played a strong hand in the death overs in SRH's clash against five-time winners MI, as he helped his team chase down 244 at the Wankhede Stadium. Heinrich Klaasen led the chase with his unbeaten 30-ball 65, but Salil also made a strong impact coming in at No.6 in the death overs with his 30-run outing, which included three sixes and two fours. He hit one of those maximums to Bumrah, a no-look hit straight down the ground to one of the best modern-day cricketers in the world. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Arora recalled his memorable knock, emphasising that his focus was not on the bowler, but on the ball rather. When I went to bat, there were a lot of big names in front of me. Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav among others. So our senior players and coaches were just telling me, 'don't think that there are big players in front of you'. So when Bumrah came to bowl to me, I didn't think he was coming in. I played the ball, not the bowler, and backed my batting, Salil told IANS. Arora, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar outing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26, wherein he scored 358 runs, including an unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. That helped him earn an IPL deal with SRH as he was picked for Rs 1.50 crore by the 2016 champions. Arora reflected on the advice he received from the SRH leadership group and sharing the dressing room with the likes of Pat Cummins, Heinrich Klaasen, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan. Arora, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar outing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025-26, wherein he scored 358 runs, including an unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. That helped him earn an IPL deal with SRH as he was picked for Rs 1.50 crore by the 2016 champions. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Like, there were 1-2 matches that didn't go well. They used to back me and motivate me that I will do it. And the coaches used to tell me that I am a good player and I will do it. So they didn't let my confidence go down. So in the end, positive results came, he added. Article Source: IANS
'Dream is to play for India': Salil Arora wants more SMAT, IPL success for national cap
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Salil Arora is looking ahead to the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and the Indian Premier League as he looks to fulfil his dream of playing for India in the future. The 23-year-old, who is currently playing for Ludhiana Lions in the ongoing Sher-E-Punjab T20 League, had a stellar Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy campaign in 2025-26 and also impressed many with his exploits in the IPL 2026. Arora was Punjab's leading run-scorer in the SMAT 2025-26, having scored 358 runs in eight innings, including a maverick unbeaten 125 off 45 balls against Jharkhand. His SMAT exploits helped him earn an IPL contract with the SRH ahead of the 2026 season, and he impressed in his limited time at the crease in the death overs, with a notable knock of 30 off just 10 balls being one of his major highlights from the season. Speaking to IANS, Arora revealed that his dream remains to play for India as he is eyeing another strong SMAT and an IPL and is not looking to take pressure from his previous strong outings. Yes, I see the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as a strong opportunity. I want to perform there and then go to the IPL. And then I want to perform in the IPL and play for the Indian team. This is my dream and my goal, he told IANS. Arora, the wicketkeeper batter, is currently part of the leadership group of Ludhiana in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 League and has led the side in the absence of Arshdeep Singh. He has played a few fiery knocks, including a 38-ball 78 against Fazilka Falcons, and has also batted higher up the order at No.3 in the tournament. The young batter shared that the outings in the state franchise league have helped him, while he also opened on the change in batting position in the league. I am getting a lot of confidence (from these knocks). So, I will try to carry this momentum forward in the next match. We want to win the next match and play the semifinals. I felt the need to bat higher up the order, as per the requirements of the team. So as I changed the batting order, the result was also positive. So I thought I should play up, he said, highlighting his unbeaten 78 off 38 deliveries.
Jharkhand High Court Demands Internet Service Restoration in Ranchi
The Jharkhand High Court has ordered internet service providers to restore connectivity in Ranchi after disruptions caused by cable removals. Jharkhand High Court Demands Internet Service Restoration in Ranchi
Jharkhand HC seeks responses from ISPs over internet disruptions in Ranchi
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 10 (IANS) Taking a serious view of the disruption of internet services in several areas of Ranchi during a drive to remove the web of internet and cable wires from electricity poles, the Jharkhand High Court has sought responses from all internet service providers and directed the immediate restoration of affected connections. Hearing a public interest litigation registered suo motu on Thursday, a division bench of Chief Justice M.S. Sonak and Justice Rajesh Shankar asked the service providers to furnish details on the dates when connections were disconnected, the areas affected, the number of connections severed, and the number of services restored so far. The bench also directed them to submit a compliance report after restoring the disrupted services. During the hearing on Thursday, senior officials of the Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Ltd (JBVNL), including CMD Srinivasan, along with representatives of BSNL, Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone-Idea, appeared before the court in person. The bench sought a status report from all telecom operators regarding the disruption and restoration of internet services. The court observed that internet services for citizens could not remain disrupted indefinitely due to the ongoing exercise to remove cables from electric poles. In an oral observation, the bench remarked that a misunderstanding of the courts order had caused unnecessary inconvenience to the public. The High Court also expressed strong displeasure over the conduct of BSNL Chief General Manager (CGM) Vipul Agrawal. In connection with allegations that he spoke inappropriately to a High Court official over a phone call, the bench directed him to submit an unconditional written apology by September 14. During the proceedings, counsels representing BSNL and Jio informed the court that the internet line serving the High Court had already been restored. They also assured the bench that internet connectivity for public utility services and private consumers affected by the drive would be restored at the earliest. The matter has been posted for further hearing on September 16.
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Ishan Kishan extends unbeaten captaincy record with Duleep Trophy win
Digital Desk | Chennai, Sep 10 (IANS) India international Ishan Kishan extended his unbeaten record as captain in first-class cricket after leading the East Zone to their third-ever Duleep Trophy title on Thursday. Kishan was in stellar form in the final against South Zone, scoring 350 across two innings to lead the domestic side to a win on the first-innings lead. With the victory, Kishan has also extended his record for being unbeaten as captain in first-class cricket to 16 matches. His run began in 2018 and is now in its ninth year. This has made him enter the top 10 of the unbeaten captains list in FC cricket. As per CricViz, the list is headed by former Sri Lanka cricketer Mahinda Halangoda, who was unbeaten in 30 FC matches as skipper. Meanwhile, Kishan credited the team's collective effort for their win. We won this title as a group. I think everyone was taking care of each other, which was the most important thing for me. I think I've been a good leader (offered a cheeky smile), but I think the journey doesn't end here. You need to keep getting better in all the departments. Whether you're fielding or batting, you'll always make mistakes. So we just need to rectify that and get better day by day, Kishan said in the post-match presentation ceremony. The Duleep Trophy win is Kishan's second title as captain after winning the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Jharkhand in the 2025/26 season. Reflecting on his approach and mindset during his time away from the national team, the wicketkeeper-batter highlighted how the period helped him mature both as a cricketer and as a captain. I think it was more about just being calmer after the break, being more into the game, knowing what's important, how aware you are of the game and how you are reading the situation. You need to take care of each other, try and help each and every ball, so they don't get into that zone where I was. So I was just trying to help everyone, and it's been a good transformation for me as well. I've been more calm, more aware of situations, and more hungry. You want to perform for your team. You need to make your team win, and that is something which changed in me. Hundred percent, that is going to be there (on being that cheeky guy) till I turn ninety, he added.
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Md Kounain Quraishi: The East Zone injury replacement who stars in Duleep Trophy final
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Md Kounain Quraishi was hardly a familiar name in Indian domestic cricket when he walked out for East Zone in the 2026 Duleep Trophy semifinal. Two matches later, the 23-year-old Jharkhand all-rounder has a first-class century, seven wickets and a Duleep Trophy title to his name. Quraishis latest contribution came on Thursday in Chennai, where he remained unbeaten on 116 against South Zone. His hundred capped a breakthrough tournament in which he played a crucial role in East Zones title-winning campaign, despite entering the competition with no previous first-class experience. Quraishis entry into red-ball cricket was anything but conventional. He was drafted into the East Zone squad as an injury replacement for Shahbaz Ahmed ahead of the semifinal against Central Zone. Most domestic players make their way into the Duleep Trophy after establishing themselves in the Ranji Trophy. Quraishi had not even played a Ranji game for Jharkhand. Instead, his first-class debut came directly in the Duleep Trophy, and he wasted little time making an impression. In the semifinal, the off-spinning all-rounder picked up three wickets across the two innings. He dismissed Harsh Dubey and Saransh Jain in the first innings before removing Rinku Singh in the second, finishing with figures of 2/49 and 1/14. Quraishis selection did not come entirely out of the blue. Earlier this year, he had produced remarkable numbers for Jamshedpur Steelers in the Jharkhand Premier League. Used primarily as a finisher, he scored 203 runs in six innings while being dismissed only once. That gave him a remarkable average of 203 and a strike rate of 170. He also contributed six wickets during the tournament as Jamshedpur finished runners-up. Those performances helped earn him the opportunity to step into a much bigger arena. Quraishi showed his value again in the Duleep Trophy final. He scored 40 in East Zones mammoth first innings of 708 and then bowled close to 40 overs, claiming two wickets for 99 runs. His biggest moment arrived on the final day. Batting in East Zones second innings, Quraishi played a composed unbeaten knock of 116 from 190 balls to register his maiden first-class hundred. The innings helped East Zone extend their advantage before they declared at 388/7, securing the title on the basis of a first-innings lead. Quraishis unusual entry into first-class cricket places him alongside a select group of Indian cricketers, including Ravindra Jadeja, Ajinkya Rahane, Piyush Chawla and Bharath Reddy, who played Duleep Trophy cricket before featuring in the Ranji Trophy. His List A numbers remain modest, 43 runs and three wickets from four matches. But after his extraordinary JPL campaign and statement-making Duleep Trophy run, Quraishi has ensured that his name will no longer be an unfamiliar one in Indian domestic cricket.
Quraishi century headlines final day as East Zone secure Duleep Trophy
With the Duleep Trophy virtually theirs because of their first-innings lead, the Jharkhand allrounder brought up his maiden first-class century before East Zone declared
Exemplary performance: Ganguly congratulates Kishan-led East Zone on Duleep Trophy triumph
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) Former India captain Sourav Ganguly congratulated Ishan Kishan and East Zone after their Duleep Trophy triumph on Thursday, highlighting the teams unbeaten campaign and praising the contribution of Bengal players. Congratulations to east zone under the leadership of Ishan Kishan to win the Duleep trophy after so many years .. they went unbeaten in the competition .. well done to the Bengal boys for their exemplary performance right throughout the tournament and the other members of the team, Ganguly wrote on X. East Zone secured the title after the final against South Zone at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai ended in their favour on the basis of a first-innings lead. The victory brought the trophy back to the zone for the first time since the 2012-13 season, ending a 13-year wait. Kishan was at the centre of East Zones dominant campaign. The captain produced a spectacular 270 in the first innings as his side amassed 708, while Kumar Kushagra added 101. Kishan followed it with an 80 in the second innings, finishing the final with 350 runs. The title-winning effort also featured significant contributions from Bengal and Jharkhand players, a point specifically acknowledged by Ganguly. Shikhar Mohan marked his Duleep Trophy debut with an impressive 85, while Kushagra played a key role alongside Kishan. On the final day, Md Kounain Quraishi provided another landmark performance, making an unbeaten 116 for his maiden first-class century. Anukul Roy contributed 64 as the pair shared a 150-run seventh-wicket stand before East Zone declared at 388/7. Quraishi reached three figures in the 96th over before celebrating with his teammates and followed the milestone with consecutive sixes. Roys patient innings further strengthened East Zones position before his dismissal. With the declaration confirming the result, East Zone players celebrated on the Chepauk field, bringing an end to a campaign in which they remained unbeaten and finally reclaimed the Duleep Trophy after more than a decade.
Duleep Trophy: Kishan Credits Leadership, Team Unity After Leading East Zone To Title
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: East Zone captain Ishan Kishan on Thursday credited his team's collective effort and unity for their Duleep Trophy win after 13 years at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. Kishan anchored East Zone's dominant time with a marathon 270 in the first innings, followed by hitting 80 in the second innings of the final against South Zone. Having a mammoth first-innings lead meant East Zone got their third Duleep Trophy title and their first since the 2012/13 domestic season. We won this title as a group. I think everyone was taking care of each other, which was the most important thing for me. I think I've been a good leader (offered a cheeky smile), but I think the journey doesn't end here. You need to keep getting better in all the departments. Whether you're fielding or batting, there are always some mistakes. So we just need to rectify that and get better day by day, Kishan said in the post-match presentation ceremony. The Duleep Trophy win is Kishans second title as captain after winning the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Jharkhand in the 2025/26 season. Reflecting on his approach and mindset during his time away from the national team, the wicketkeeper-batter highlighted how the period helped him mature both as a cricketer and as a captain. You need to keep getting better in all the departments. Whether you're fielding or batting, there are always some mistakes. So we just need to rectify that and get better day by day, Kishan said in the post-match presentation ceremony. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories So I was just trying to help everyone and it's been a good transformation for me as well. I've been more calm, more aware of situations and more hunger is there. You want to perform for your team. You need to make your team win, and that is something which changed in me. Hundred percent, that is going to be there (on being that cheeky guy) till I turn ninety, he added. Article Source: IANS
High-Speed Internet to Reach 439,000 Rural Homes in Jharkhand
Jharkhands rural areas will soon have high-speed internet access, benefiting over 439,000 homes through a new government initiative. High-Speed Internet to Reach 439,000 Rural Homes in Jharkhand
Duleep Trophy: Kishan, Quraishi Shine As East Zone Clinch Title, End 13-year Wait
Md Kounain Quraishi: East Zone clinched the Duleep Trophy for the third time on Thursday after overcoming South Zone via first innings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on Thursday. The triumph also meant East Zone ended a 13-year drought to win the prestigious title, its last win coming in the 201213 season. Resuming their second innings on the final day, East Zone rode on a maiden first-class century from Md Kounain Quraishi (116 not out off 190 balls) and a half-century from Anukul Roy (64) before declaring at 388/7 in 99.2 overs. Once the declaration was done, the Ishan Kishan-led East Zone set off into immediate celebrations over winning the title. The contest had tilted decisively in East Zone's favour after posting a mammoth 708 in their first innings, built around captain Ishan Kishans monumental 270 and 101 made by Kumar Kushagra. Kishan followed up his double century with 80 in the second innings, and took his match tally to 350 runs. Jharkhands emerging talents played a pivotal role in East Zones triumphant run. Apart from Kushagra, Shikhar Mohan produced an impressive 85 on his Duleep Trophy debut and continued the strong touch he has displayed in the last domestic season. The duo, along with Kishan, ensured that Jharkhands influence remained central to East Zones title victory. Earlier in the morning, Quraishi and Roy extended their seventh-wicket partnership to 150 runs, and pushed East Zones total beyond the 700-run mark. South Zone were penalised five runs in the 73rd over due to an unacceptably slow over-rate, following a prolonged discussion between the match officials and South Zone captain Tilak Varma. Quraishi eventually brought up his maiden first-class century in the 96th over by driving pacer CV Milind towards extra cover for two runs to reach the three-figure mark. The young batter removed his helmet and raised his arms to celebrate as his teammates lauded him with a standing ovation from the balcony. Quraishi capped his milestone in the following over by striking back-to-back sixes off spinner Tripurana Vijay over mid-wicket and long-on. From the other end, Roy completed a patient half-century by steering Shaik Rasheed through point for a single in the 89th over. Roys resistance ended when he was caught at slip by Devdutt Padikkal off MD Nidheesh for 64, after pushing loosely at a length delivery outside off-stump. After Quraishi chipped a delivery from Milind safely down to mid-on off the second ball of the 100th over, skipper Kishan officially signalled the declaration from the pavilion. The umpires immediately removed the bails to conclude the final, thus confirming East Zone as the new champions. Quraishi capped his milestone in the following over by striking back-to-back sixes off spinner Tripurana Vijay over mid-wicket and long-on. From the other end, Roy completed a patient half-century by steering Shaik Rasheed through point for a single in the 89th over. Roys resistance ended when he was caught at slip by Devdutt Padikkal off MD Nidheesh for 64, after pushing loosely at a length delivery outside off-stump. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Brief scores: East Zone 708 and 388/7 in 99.2 overs (Md Kounain Quraishi 116, Ishan Kishan 80; MD Nidheesh 2-28, CV Milind 1-27) draw with South Zone 336 (Tilak Varma 99; Mukesh Kumar 3-62) Article Source: IANS
Operation Anweshan: Odisha Police Rescues 101 Missing Children Across 17 States
The Crime Against Women & Children Wing of Odisha Police, in collaboration with the Women & Child Development Department, conducted Operation Anweshan from August28 to September8, 2026, to trace and rescue missing Odia children from other states. Seventeen dedicated teams were deployed to 17 destination states, including West Bengal, Karnataka, Jharkhand, and Tamil Nadu. The [] The post Operation Anweshan: Odisha Police Rescues 101 Missing Children Across 17 States appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jharkhand High Court Orders Timely Appointment of JPSC Officials
The Jharkhand High Court has mandated the state government to appoint the JPSC chairman and members within two months. Jharkhand High Court Orders Timely Appointment of JPSC Officials
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Jharkhand IAS Officer Vinay Kumar Chaubes Suspension Lifted Amid Corruption Allegations
Jharkhand government lifts suspension of IAS officer Vinay Kumar Chaube, who faced corruption charges linked to liquor and land scams. Jharkhand IAS Officer Vinay Kumar Chaubes Suspension Lifted Amid Corruption Allegations
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Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 10 (IANS) In a massive exercise to clean up Maharashtras voter database, the Election Commissions ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive has uncovered data discrepancies and technical anomalies in the enumeration forms of over 1.22 crore voters currently listed in the states draft electoral roll. Electoral authorities have initiated the issuance of formal notices to all affected individuals, requiring them to submit valid documentary proof to confirm their voter status. Concurrently, to prevent partisan misuse and safeguard against targeted mass deletions, State Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) S. Chockalingam has issued strict administrative directives barring any objections filed by individuals residing outside the targeted Assembly Constituency. Authorities have issued formal notices to all affected individuals, requiring them to submit supporting documentary proof to validate their status. Prior to the launch of the SIR drive, Maharashtras registered voter base stood at 9,78,54,049. Following field verification of enumeration forms, the Election Commission published the draft electoral roll on August 31, retaining 7,71,65,562 voters -- representing 78.86 per cent of the original total. Demographic breakdown of the retained electorate includes male voters: 3,95,89,905; female voters: 3,75,72,570; transgender voters: 3,087; and total retained: 7,71,65,562. Nearly 2,06,88,487 voters (21.14 per cent of the previous roll) were excluded from the draft list. Major factors behind the deletions include the removal of approximately 34 lakh deceased voters and 17 lakh duplicate entries spread across multiple constituencies. Of the 7.71 crore voters retained in the draft list, technical discrepancies were flagged in the enumeration records of 1,22,24,000 individuals, comprising inconsistent relative information for 62,48,281 voters and unmapped relatives for 59,75,626 voters. More than 1,00,000 data discrepancies were flagged per constituency in key areas including Malad, Dharavi, Panvel, Ovala-Majiwada, Kalyan Rural, Khadakwasla, Chinchwad, Hadapsar, Solapur South, Nagpur East, Nagpur West, Nagpur North, Hingna, and Badnera. Sources within the Election Commission confirmed that notices have been served to these individuals, and their voter status will only be confirmed upon the verification of additional evidence. Taking serious note of concerns raised by political parties regarding targeted mass objections aimed at deleting voters belonging to specific communities, the election machinery has introduced strict procedural safeguards. Following reports from Jharkhand where systematic mass applications were submitted by party representatives to drop specific names, the State CEO has directed the Mumbai Municipal Commissioner and all District Collectors to exercise extreme caution while processing claims and objections. Voters currently on the draft list have already undergone basic residential verification and are deemed eligible. While Form-7 remains available to challenge or request removal of an entry, objections will be accepted only from registered voters residing within the same Assembly constituency. Any individual raising an objection must submit valid proof of the challenged voter's ineligibility along with the application. The challenged voter must be granted a formal opportunity to appear at a hearing and present supporting evidence before any final decision is made, the sources said.
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As Delhi braces for another warm and cloudy day, the IMD has issued a heavy to very heavy rain alert for Odisha and several other states, with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds also expected
JCECEB Jharkhand B.Sc Nursing ANM
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Call for CBI Investigation into JSSC-JPSC Exam Irregularities by Jharkhand Opposition Leader
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Jharkhand launches special drive to enrol youth turning 18 by Oct 1 in electoral roll
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 9 (IANS) Jharkhand will launch a special campaign to ensure that all eligible youths who attain the age of 18 years by October 1, 2026, are enrolled in the electoral roll, Chief Electoral Officer K. Ravi Kumar said on Wednesday. The instructions were issued during a video conference with district election officers, where the CEO reviewed the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, disposal of claims and objections, registration of new voters, and voter services. The CEO directed districts to identify eligible young voters and complete their registration through the prescribed process. He specifically asked officials to review polling stations where either no Form-6 applications or only one to five such applications have been received for inclusion of new voters. Eligible youths at these booths should be identified through Booth Level Officers (BLOs), he said. He instructed that youths who will attain the age of 18 years by October 1 and are not yet included in the electoral roll should be encouraged to submit Form-6 along with the required declaration and supporting documents for registration. Emphasising inclusivity, he said that no eligible Indian citizen should be left out of the electoral roll. Ravi Kumar also directed officials to maintain effective monitoring of the entire process, from verification of applications and documents to management of election-related data, so that irregularities do not recur. Regarding hearings of claims and objections, he instructed districts to implement a token system to avoid overcrowding. Applicants should be called in an orderly manner and given adequate opportunity to present their cases. Decisions, he said, must be taken strictly in accordance with rules after verification of documents and facts. The CEO further stressed the need for prompt resolution of voter grievances. District election officers have been asked to ensure timely disposal of complaints received through the National Voters' Service Portal (NVSP). He also directed officials to take immediate action on complaints received through ECINet's Book a Call facility.
Centre to roll out new law to protect farmers from fake seeds
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The Centre is preparing to introduce a new Seed Act aimed at protecting the countrys farmers from the losses caused by fake and substandard seeds by incorporating more stringent punishment for culprits indulging in malpractices, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday. The proposed Seed Act is expected to provide for more stringent legal action against companies and traders involved in the sale of fake, adulterated or substandard seeds, including heavy penalties and imprisonment, it said. Before finalising the proposed legislation, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will hold a high-level consultation with senior leaders of major farmer organisations from across the country on Thursday at Krishi Bhawan in the national capital. The consultation, convened by the minister, is aimed at incorporating farmers ground-level suggestions and concerns directly into the draft seed legislation. The government intends to build a robust and effective regulatory framework to curb the activities of seed mafias and protect farmers from fraudulent and poor-quality seeds, the statement said. Poor-quality seeds can wipe out months of a farmers hard-earned income and years of effort and labour. The governments stated position is that the new law must ensure the highest standards of seed quality and a transparent, end-to-end traceability system, while also safeguarding farmers rights over traditional seeds. The consultation on Thursday will bring farmer representatives together from across the country. Senior leadership of the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh, various factions of the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), the All India Kisan Coordination Committee (AIKCC), the Kisan Mahapanchayat, the Bharatiya Krishak Samaj, the Gaon Kisan Unnayan, and the Society for Independent Farmers Association (SIFA) will participate in the meeting. Ground-level farmer representatives from several states will also put forward their views before the Union Agriculture Minister. These include representatives of the Karnataka Raitha Sangha, the Telangana Raitha Sangha, Maharashtras Shetkari Organisation, Gujarats Khedut Samaj, the National Kisan Progressive Association from Rajasthan and Bihar, Tamil Nadus Vivasayigal Sangam, Jharkhands Pragatisheel Krishi Manch, and a farmers organisation from Kottayam in Kerala, among others. The consultation, being held ahead of the upcoming Parliament session, is expected to mark a significant step towards creating a stronger regulatory framework and protecting Indian agriculture from the persistent threat of fake and substandard seeds, the statement added.
Seven held in Deoghar, brown sugar & Rs 1L cash seized
Special Drive to Add Eligible Voters in Jharkhand Before October 1
A special campaign in Jharkhand will add eligible voters aged 18 by October 1 to the electoral rolls, as directed by the Chief Electoral Officer. Special Drive to Add Eligible Voters in Jharkhand Before October 1
Ramgarh police conducts student awareness drive on drug abuse, cyber safety
Rs 4.76cr plan to repair battered Karamtoli-Ring Road stretch
NIT Jamshedpur hosts national seminar on womens education and values
Names Of 3 Afghans Found On Jharkhand Voter List During SIR
The Election Commission has removed the names from the list and issued instructions to investigate the matter thoroughly.
Mushroom cultivation training for children at Simdega observation home
RPF books unidentified reel makers for filming video at Barkakana station
Jharkhand Board Compartment Results 2026: Expected Release Date and How to Check
The Jharkhand Board is set to announce the Compartment Results for 2026 soon, following the exams held in August. Students are advised to keep their roll numbers and codes ready for checking results. The process to download mark sheets is straightforward, and original copies will be available at schools shortly after the announcement. This year, the pass rates for Class 10 and Class 12 have shown promising results across various streams. Stay tuned for the official release date.
Jharkhand woman found dead under suspicious circumstances, family alleges dowry murder
Digital Desk | Medininagar (Jharkhand), Sep 9 (IANS) A newlywed woman was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Jharkhand's Palamu district, with her family accusing her in-laws of murdering her and attempting to pass it off as a case of suicide. The deceased, identified as Vaishnavi Devi, was found hanging from a noose in a room at her matrimonial home near Redma Chowk in Medininagar under the Town police station limits late on Tuesday night. Vaishnavi, a resident of Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra district, had married Suraj Gupta, a resident of Medininagar, around 10 months ago. According to her family, she had been subjected to harassment over demands for additional dowry soon after the marriage. The incident came to light on Wednesday when members of the husband's family brought Vaishnavi to the Medinirai Medical College and Hospital (MMCH) in a critical condition. However, doctors at the hospital declared her dead. Her family has alleged that after her death was confirmed, the in-laws attempted to remove the body from the hospital quietly. However, alert personnel at the MMCH police outpost intervened and stopped them, following which information about the incident was conveyed to the woman's family. Relatives of the deceased arrived in Medininagar from the Audimod police station area of Sonbhadra district on Wednesday and levelled serious allegations against the in-laws. Vaishnavi's maternal uncle, Jitendra, claimed that she had been continuously harassed over dowry demands since her marriage. He said Vaishnavi had spoken normally with her mother over the phone at around 9 p.m. on Tuesday and had not mentioned any stress or dispute. A few hours later, however, the family was informed of her death, raising serious suspicions about the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police have taken custody of the body and sent it for post-mortem examination. Officials said a detailed investigation is underway based on the statements and allegations made by the woman's family.
Tehseen Poonawalla Detained During Satya Niketan Candlelight Vigil In Delhi
Activist Tehseen Poonawalla and two others were detained on Tuesday while taking part in a candlelight vigil for the victims of the Satya Niketan building collapse in Delhi, police said. Reacting to the detention, Jharkhand Pradesh Congress Committee (JPCC) youngest spokesperson
Clerk killed for refusing to inflate diesel bills, 4 arrested
A clerk at a private construction firm in Jharkhand's Giridih district was allegedly abducted and murdered after he refused to prepare inflated fuel bills, leading to the arrest of four individuals, including two company employees.
BJPState President Aditya Sahu, Leader of the Opposition BabulalMarandiand former Chief Minister Raghubar Das took part in the protest and gherao of the DC and SP offices in the five districts, including the State capital, Ranchi.
Sports Ministry Directs IOA To Probe Hockey India Harassment Row
The Indian Olympic Association has established a four-member independent inquiry committee, led by retired High Court judge Deepa Sharma, to investigate allegations of harassment and intimidation against Hockey India secretary Bhola Nath Singh. These accusations were made by former women's team captain Asunta Lakra, who claims she was threatened after raising concerns about alleged sexual harassment of girls in Jharkhand. The Sports Ministry directed the formation of this panel, while Hockey India faces a separate inquiry against Lakra for allegedly threatening a young player.
IOA Sets Up Panel To Investigate Hockey India Secretary Bhola Nath Singh
The Indian Olympic Association has formed a four-member independent inquiry committee, led by retired High Court judge Deepa Sharma, to investigate sexual harassment allegations against Hockey India secretary Bhola Nath Singh. The probe follows a complaint by former women's team captain Asunta Lakra, who accused Singh of threats after she raised concerns about alleged harassment of girls in Jharkhand.
Indian Minister Advocates for Tax-Free Status for Film Hanuman Ansh in Jharkhand
Minister Sanjay Seth urges Jharkhand to make Hanuman Ansh tax-free, highlighting its cultural significance and appeal to audiences. Indian Minister Advocates for Tax-Free Status for Film Hanuman Ansh in Jharkhand
Meet Monika Arya, who fought for education and now helps tribal children
Monika Aryas journey from a village in Uttar Pradesh to working with tribal children in Jharkhand is rooted in her own interrupted education. After facing family resistance to college and spending nearly 12 years away from formal studies, she returned to complete her MSc. In 2021, she founded Sambhav Trust in Khunti, focusing on education, child protection, scholarships, career guidance and safe migration to help vulnerable children remain in school and build better futures.
FIR lodged over alleged assault, abduction of MLAs son
Paramedical students at Dhanbad medical college await stipend for 6 months
Storybooks take centre stage as 10.3L students join read-a-thon
Defense Minister Sanjay Seth Advocates for Tax Exemption on Film Hanuman Ansh in Jharkhand
Sanjay Seth urges Jharkhand CM to declare Hanuman Ansh tax-free, highlighting its cultural and spiritual significance. Defense Minister Sanjay Seth Advocates for Tax Exemption on Film Hanuman Ansh in Jharkhand
Court reserves order on key accuseds bail plea
Junior doctors seek quick action force, curbs on outsiders at Rims
RMC survey finds 1,300 hostels, lodges operating without licence in city
CM pays tribute to Gua firing martyrs, recalls sacrifices for Jharkhands rights
Transforming Lives: Suman Kumars Fish Farming Success in Giridih
Suman Kumars fish farming venture in Giridih, Jharkhand, creates jobs and boosts local economy through modern techniques. Transforming Lives: Suman Kumars Fish Farming Success in Giridih
JPSC-JSSC row: BJP launches statewide demonstration seeking quashing of FIR, CBI probe
