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.
Water tank collapses in Ranchi; one worker killed, several feared trapped
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 9 (IANS) A worker was killed, and several others are feared trapped under debris after an old water tank collapsed in Jharkhand's capital Ranchi on Wednesday evening, following which a large-scale rescue operation was launched, officials said. The incident occurred near Radium Road, just behind the Kotwali police station in the city. The dilapidated water tank, which had been standing in a deteriorated condition for years, suddenly came crashing down while construction work was underway in the vicinity. Several labourers engaged at the construction site were caught under the debris. Police and rescue teams rushed to the spot immediately after receiving information about the accident. The body of one worker has been recovered so far, while efforts are underway to trace and rescue others feared trapped beneath the rubble. JCB machines have been deployed to clear the debris. Authorities have cordoned off the area and regulated public movement to ensure that rescue operations are not hampered. A large crowd gathered at the site following the collapse, while officials continued to monitor the ongoing relief efforts. Ranchi MLA C.P. Singh visited the site and reviewed the rescue operation. He also sought details of the incident from officials present at the scene. According to preliminary information, the water tank was old and structurally weak. However, it remains unclear whether the ongoing construction work had any direct connection with the collapse. Officials said the exact cause of the incident would be determined only after a detailed investigation will be done. The accident has once again raised concerns over the safety of ageing and dilapidated structures in the state capital. Earlier this month, a mason was killed after a portion of an under-construction building collapsed in Ranchi's Lalpur area. Police personnel remain deployed at the site, and a detailed probe into the cause of the collapse will be initiated once the rescue operation is completed.
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.
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
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
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
Man arrested with stolen electricity wires
RMC issues reminder notices to 19 coaching institutes over complying norms
Only two monitoring stations may have hurt Ranchis clean air rank
BJP: Jharkhand govt shielding ineligible voters in SIR; Congress hits back
Two killed as truck plunges into gorge in Chutupalu Valley; FIRs filed against NHAI officials
67 held, drugs and illegal arms seized in East Singhbhum crackdown
BJP Launches Statewide Protests in Jharkhand Over Recruitment Exam Irregularities
The BJP protests in Jharkhand against alleged irregularities in recruitment exams and legal actions against student demonstrators. BJP Launches Statewide Protests in Jharkhand Over Recruitment Exam Irregularities
Thieves target AC wires in Bokaro
Diesel autos, industrial emissions choke Jamshedpur, bring down clean air rank
Man suffers explosion injuries in forest
Jharkhand BJP launches statewide stir over recruitment exam irregularities, cases against students
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 8 (IANS) The BJP on Tuesday launched a statewide agitation in Jharkhand against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations and the registration of cases against protesting students. Party workers staged demonstrations and laid siege to administrative offices and district headquarters in Ranchi, Hazaribagh, Dumka, Jamshedpur and Garhwa, among other districts. They demanded a CBI probe into the alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations and the withdrawal of cases filed against agitating students. In Ranchi, BJP workers took out a procession from District School via Shaheed Chowk to the district collectorate, raising slogans against the state government along the route. The protest, led by state BJP president Aditya Sahu, was attended by several senior leaders, including Hatia MLA Naveen Jaiswal, Ranchi MLA C.P. Singh, former MP Deepak Prakash, and Ranchi Mayor Roshni Khalkho. Addressing protesters outside the collectorate, Aditya Sahu said the BJP has always stood with students and youth movements. He alleged that the government targeted students who raised their voice against examination irregularities and registered cases against them. He reiterated the partys demand for a CBI investigation into the matter and the immediate withdrawal of all cases filed against students. Sahu announced that the BJPs agitation would continue across all districts of Jharkhand until September 11. In Dumka, BJP workers held a demonstration under the leadership of Babulal Marandi, the Leader of Opposition in the Jharkhand Assembly. Addressing a public meeting, Marandi demanded a CBI probe into all recruitments made in Jharkhand over the past five to six years. He alleged that the government had sold jobs instead of providing employment and said cases had been lodged against students despite their protests remaining peaceful. Marandi claimed that chargesheets had not yet been filed in several cases related to recruitment irregularities and alleged that a network of middlemen was involved in the process. He also questioned the impartiality of the ongoing CID investigation. In Hazaribagh, BJP workers and student supporters, led by former Chief Minister Raghubar Das, laid siege to the Deputy Commissioners office. Das said filing cases against students peacefully protesting for their demands amounted to suppressing their democratic rights. Stressing that competitive examinations are closely linked to the future and aspirations of young people, he called for transparency in the recruitment process and warned that any compromise with the future of the youth would not be tolerated. BJP leaders claimed that more than 300 students associated with the agitation had been booked and demanded that all such cases be withdrawn immediately. In Garhwa, former Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth addressed a public meeting at the Town Hall ground after leading a protest at the district headquarters. He demanded a CBI enquiry into JPSC and JSSC recruitments, withdrawal of cases registered against students, and action over alleged police excesses during protests. Accusing the state government of jeopardising the future of the youth instead of generating employment opportunities, Seth said the BJP would continue its fight for justice for students and young people both on the streets and inside the legislature. MLA Satyendra Nath Tiwari and a large number of BJP workers and youth supporters were also present at the programme.
BJP Protests Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams
BJP launches a state-wide protest in Jharkhand against recruitment exam irregularities and legal actions against students. BJP Protests Against Irregularities in Jharkhand Recruitment Exams
1,080 beer cans seized from SUV in Bokaro
Illegal liquor seized, 1 arrested in Hbag
Court cites absence of a proximate act, modifies conviction, and upholds house-trespass offence.
BJPs Rohan Gupta Criticizes Congress for Ignoring Student Issues
Rohan Gupta of the BJP criticizes Congress for neglecting student concerns in Jharkhand and Telangana while addressing political agendas. BJPs Rohan Gupta Criticizes Congress for Ignoring Student Issues
Ganga flowing 1.22m above danger mark in Sahibganj, 2.16L affected
Two FIRs against NHAI officials over faulty sidewall on NH-33 in Chutupalu Valley
Caught On Camera: Jharkhand Youth Jumps Into Mumbai Sea In Suicide Attempt, Police Rescue Him
The reason behind the attempt was not immediately clear, police said, adding that he was being taken for a medical check-up following the rescue.
Ishan Kishan Reveals How Jharkhand Captaincy Stint Helped Him Grow In His Career
Ishan Kishan on Monday said taking up Jharkhand's captaincy role in 2024 helped him grow as a person, as a cricketer and as a leader of men, keeping him away from his wild child days.
Ishan Kishan reflects on captaincy journey, says it has helped him grow
Ishan Kishan on Monday said taking up Jharkhand's captaincy role in 2024 helped him grow as a person, as a cricketer and as a leader of men, keeping him away from his wild child days. After losing the BCCI central contract in late 2023, Kishan returned to his state side, and accepted the leadership role, which he gladly continues to do whenever available. After a tumultuous phase, Kishan has now returned to the India fold albeit in the white ball formats. You have to take responsibility. If you don't take it now, when will you? It's not like I am a 22-year-old and have just broken into the team. When we were very young, we used to rely on our senior players to score runs and thought we would just support them, Kishan said during the post-day press conference. But now, being an established part of the squad, I feel it is crucial that I take up the primary role of scoring runs and making sure the team's total climbs because of me, he said. Leading East Zone, Kishan made a brilli
Delhi-NCR to see partly cloudy skies, light rain; humidity to remain high
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast generally cloudy weather with light rain or drizzle in Delhi on Tuesday. The national capital is likely to witness partly cloudy skies on September 9 and 10, while another spell of light rain may occur from September 11. Humidity is expected to remain relatively high during the period. The weather department has not issued any warning for Delhi for the coming days. In Noida, partly cloudy conditions are likely to prevail from September 8 to 13. Maximum temperatures are expected to remain between 34 and 35 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is likely to stay around 26 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels could rise as high as 90 per cent. No weather warning has been issued for the city. Gurugram is also likely to experience partly cloudy weather from September 8 to 12, with maximum temperatures ranging from 31 to 33 degrees Celsius. On September 13, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 32 degrees Celsius, with one or two spells of rain or thundershowers possible. Humidity may reach 90 per cent, though no weather warning has been issued. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon remains active over several parts of the country. The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and other regions on Tuesday. The IMD has warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms across 17 states and Union Territories, including Bihar, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. Wind speeds could reach 65-70 kmph in some areas. The weather department has forecast heavy rainfall in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh until September 13. Uttar Pradesh may receive rain between September 9 and 13, while Rajasthan could witness rainfall on September 12 and 13. Uttarakhand is likely to continue experiencing monsoon activity, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may receive rain during September 8-13.
Night entry, lifting clothes don't amount to rape bid: Jharkhand HC
The Jharkhand High Court's decision emphasized that entering a woman's home after dark does not equate to attempted rape. The distinction made between criminally outrageous conduct and attempted rape is significant, resulting in upholding a conviction for offending modesty. The judge decided to lessen the sentence to time already served, thereby clarifying the legal nuances surrounding sexual offenses against women.
BJP all set for four-dayprotestoverstudentissuesin Jharkhand from September 8
BJP State president Aditya Sahu, Leader of the Opposition Babulal Marandi, and other senior party leaders, including former Chief Ministers, will lead the protest in different districts
Two killed, three injured in separate incidents in Hazaribag
CID arrests 11th accused in exam irregularities case
Pick-up van runs over two-year-old girl in city
Ishan Kishan credits Jharkhand captaincy for turning him from wild child to leader
Ishan Kishan credits Jharkhand captaincy for turning him from wild child to leader
Four-bin waste segregation system yet to gain ground in city
Voter enrolment lags as 6.16L claims & applications filed under SIR
Ex-DCA secretary moves ombudsman over membership cancellation
Dhanbad leads Jkhand cities in clean air survey
Entering womans home, lifting her clothes not attempt to rape: HC
Marandi seeks probe into ex-DGPs role in JSSC exam case; Cong hits back
RMC begins land survey for vendors markets in all 53 wards
4.5 quintals of illicit liquor destroyed in Ramgarh
BJP to Launch Statewide Protest in Jharkhand Over Recruitment Exam Irregularities
The BJP plans a four-day protest in Jharkhand starting September 8, demanding action against recruitment exam irregularities and student arrests. BJP to Launch Statewide Protest in Jharkhand Over Recruitment Exam Irregularities
Ministers death halts work on Shibu Soren biopic
AB InBev India invests 200 crore in Neemrana brewery in Rajasthan
The Neemrana brewery commenced operations in July 2026 and will serve consumers across Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand and other key markets
AB InBev invests Rs 200 crore in Rajasthan brewery as beer demand surges beyond big cities
AB InBev India has invested about Rs 200 crore in a new brewery in Neemrana, Rajasthan, expanding capacity to meet rising beer demand across North and central India. The facility began operations in July and will serve markets including Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand, amid stronger premium beer consumption.
Jharkhand police rescue LJP MLA's son in Ranchi; probe kidnapping claim (Lead)
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 7 (IANS) Police in Jharkhand's Ranchi on Monday safely recovered Saurabh, the son of Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) MLA, Janardan Paswan, about one-and-a-half hours after receiving information that he had allegedly been abducted near a university campus, officials said. Preliminary questioning has indicated that he had gone with his friends voluntarily, police said. Saurabh, a law student at Amity University in Ranchi, was traced and recovered from the Assembly police station area after a swift search operation launched by multiple police teams. He is currently being questioned by investigators. Earlier in the day, MLA Janardan Paswan informed police that his son had been abducted by unidentified persons near the main gate of Amity University. According to the legislator, a group of men arriving in three to four Scorpio SUVs assaulted his son and forcibly took him away. He had also claimed that Saurabh's mobile phone was switched off and that his Thar vehicle was found parked outside the university gate. Following the complaint, police, acting on the directions of the Senior Superintendent of Police, formed multiple teams and launched an intensive search operation. Investigators examined CCTV footage from the university campus and nearby areas while also checking vehicles on key routes. During the operation, police tracked Saurabh's mobile phone location and located him safely within about 90 minutes in the Assembly police station jurisdiction. Officials are now questioning Saurabh and some of his friends to establish the sequence of events. Investigators are trying to determine when and under what circumstances he left the university campus and with whom he remained thereafter. Police are also examining the MLA's allegations of abduction and assault. Officials said the exact nature of the incident would become clear only after the completion of the ongoing investigation and questioning.
Lightning strike kills two women, injures three in Seraikela-Kharsawan
Teen enters river to shoot reel & drowns, friend dies in bid to save him
JPCC appoints Devanand Prasad as Patratu block Cong chief
Over 3.39L challans issued for traffic violations in Ranchi between July and August: Traffic Police
JBVNL sets up special committee for daily monitoring of power feeders
Probe ordered into Bokaro market fire; hooking, illegal gas refilling under scanner
Jharkhand: Accused of submitting 200 Form 7s, BJP BLA arrested
Godda: Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Jharkhand has come under the spotlight yet again after a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Booth-Level Agent (BLA) was arrested for allegedly submitting roughly 200 Form 7s, which also named a Booth-Level Officer. The BLA identified as Vinay Kumar Mandal was held on Thursday, September 3, and 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 .
6 bikelifters held from city, 4 two-wheelers recovered
Boat capsizes in Giridihs Khandoli dam; 6 tourists safe
Over 272 kg dodda seized in Chatra
Village shopkeeper held with ganja-filled cigarette rolls in Latehar
Four held for series of thefts in Godda; stolen jewellery, electronics recovered
Ishan Kishan smashes maiden first-class double century in Duleep Trophy Final
Jharkhand skipper Ishan Kishan reached 250 for East Zone against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy final before retiring hurt, continuing his big-match run
Wild Elephant Electrocutes in Jharkhands Latehar District
A wild elephant died after being electrocuted by exposed wires in Latehar, Jharkhand, raising concerns over human-elephant conflict. Wild Elephant Electrocutes in Jharkhands Latehar District
Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Questions Government Action in JSSC-CGL Exam Scandal
Babulal Marandi criticizes CM Hemant Soren for inaction in the JSSC-CGL exam scandal involving former DGP Anurag Gupta. Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Questions Government Action in JSSC-CGL Exam Scandal
Jharkhand's Dhanbad coal belt on edge as subsidence incidents cross 45 in 8 months
Dhanbad, Sep 7 (IANS) Imagine a family asleep inside their home when a loud explosion erupts from beneath the ground. Within moments, cracks appear in the walls, the floor shifts, and part of the house disappears into a deep cavity. Outside, toxic gases rise from the ground, flames emerge through fissures, and smoke billows from the earth. For residents of Dhanbad's coal belt, such scenes are no longer rare. Life in the region is increasingly being overshadowed by fear as frequent land subsidence, underground fires, and the formation of sinkholes continue to threaten lives and property. A major reason behind the crisis is the century-old underground coal fire raging beneath large parts of the coalfield. Since January this year, more than 45 incidents of land subsidence and sinkhole formation have been reported across the coal belt. The frequency of such incidents has increased during August and September with the onset of monsoon rains. Developments over the past 10 days illustrate the gravity of the situation. On August 31, part of a house in Lilori Pathra collapsed into a sinkhole after the ground caved in. On September 1, authorities began filling a deep cavity in Godhar No 6, while incidents of sinkhole formation and gas leakage were reported from Kailudih in the Katras area. On September 3, the ground cracked open in Barari No 6 following a powerful explosion, releasing flames and toxic smoke through the fissures. A day later, two large sinkholes appeared in Kurmi Dih, triggering panic among residents amid reports of gas leakage. Despite repeated assurances and mitigation efforts by the Centre, the state government, coal companies and regulatory agencies, incidents linked to underground fires, subsidence, and sinkhole formation continue to escalate. Amid growing concerns, Prime Minister's adviser Tarun Kapoor visited the Dhanbad coalfield on August 31 and September 1. During his two-day tour, he reviewed BCCL's mining operations, assessed the status of underground fires in Jharia and examined rehabilitation efforts. Kapoor also interacted with resettled families and directed officials to prioritise safe and dignified rehabilitation of affected residents. Residents of Jharia, Katras, Lodna, Kenduadih, and Baghmara continue to live with the fear of not knowing where the ground might crack next. A series of recent incidents has posed a major safety challenge for both the administration and mining authorities. The most alarming incident this year occurred on August 6 in Chhatabad, Katras, where land subsidence affected more than 20 houses and left several people injured. Deep cracks appeared in numerous homes. Local residents blamed intensive blasting activities in the mining area for the disaster. Following the incident, authorities tightened safety measures. On August 14, the Dhanbad Deputy Commissioner ordered suspension of blasting and mining activities in the affected zone until scientific studies and safety assessments were completed. Subsequently, the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) withdrew permission for controlled deep-hole blasting at New Akashkinari Colliery. However, Chhatabad is not an isolated case. Similar incidents involving land subsidence, sinkholes and gas leaks have continued to emerge from Lodna, Barari, Kenduadih, and other parts of Katras. The recurring events have intensified concerns over whether the existing safety and rehabilitation framework is adequate to address the growing threat. Experts say the problem is not merely a result of monsoon rains or isolated incidents. Decades of underground mining, abandoned mine workings, persistent underground fires and extensive voids beneath the surface have rendered the region highly vulnerable. During the monsoon, rainwater seeps into these weakened zones, further eroding the stability of the overlying soil. In many areas, vibrations generated by heavy blasting are believed to have aggravated the risk. While ground collapses continue to endanger lives, questions are also being raised about the pace of the long-running rehabilitation programme. Ensuring the safety of residents and relocating vulnerable families in time remains the biggest challenge. For families whose homes have already developed cracks, every spell of rain and every loud explosion signals a potential disaster. According to BCCL Director, Technical and Operations, Sanjay Kumar Singh, providing immediate safe housing to families affected by subsidence and gas leakage in areas such as Kenduadih and Lodna remains a priority. He said that under the revised Jharia Master Plan, rehabilitation and livelihood arrangements for displaced residents are being accelerated in Belgaria and Karmatand townships in coordination with the JRDA, with an allocation of Rs 5,940 crore. For Dhanbad's coal belt, the question is no longer when the next sinkhole will appear. The real concern is who will be caught in its path when the ground gives way again.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday conducted searches at premises linked to Trinamool Congress (TMC) Rajya Sabha MP Mohammad Nadimul Haque at seven locations across Delhi, West Bengal and Jharkhand in connection with an alleged...
Duleep Trophy final: Kumar Kushagra hammers his sixth FC hundred
Jharkhand's Kumar Kushagra struck a fine hundred for East Zone in the ongoing Duleep Trophy 2026-27 final against South Zone at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Jharkhand High Court has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for Law Researcher / Research Associate posts. A total of 25 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The online application process will be conducted from 07 September 2026 to 28 September 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website, jharkhandhighcourt.nic.in.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at seven locations across three states. These searches targeted TMC MP Nadimul Haque and an Urdu newspaper. The investigation concerns alleged money laundering and promoting communal disharmony. Officials are gathering evidence related to financial transactions and suspicious funding. The probe is proceeding under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
Jharkhand CID arrests one accused in JSSC-CGL exam irregularities case; 10 held so far
The Jharkhand government had earlier announced the cancellation of a host of recruitment tests, including the JSSC-CGL-2023 conducted on September 21 and 22, 2024, following protests
